2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV vs. 2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid Review

Picture of the 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV

2025 Chevrolet
Equinox EV

MSRP*: $33,600 to $43,400
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Picture of the 2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid

2025 Kia
Sorento Hybrid

MSRP*: $38,690 to $46,890
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MPG - City Info not available 34 - 36 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 34 - 36 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 6 seats
Cargo Space 57.2 ft3 75.5 ft3
Engine
  • 220-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 227-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 220 hp 227 hp
Exterior Length 190.6 in 189.6 in
Exterior Width 76.9 in 74.8 in
Leg Room Front 41.7 in
Rear 38.0 in
Front 41.4 in
Rear 40.7 in
Head Room Front 39.2 in
Rear 38.5 in
Front 40.3 in
Rear 39.1 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Kia Sorento Hybrid than in the Chevrolet Equinox EV, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Kia Sorento Hybrid offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Chevrolet Equinox EV, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Chevrolet Equinox EV is somewhat more expensive than the Kia Sorento Hybrid.

Dimensions
Since the Chevrolet Equinox EV is much wider than the Kia Sorento Hybrid, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. When looking at overall length, the Chevrolet Equinox EV takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Kia Sorento Hybrid.

Handling
The Chevrolet Equinox EV has the same turning radius as the Kia Sorento Hybrid, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Chevrolet Equinox EV has a little less horsepower than the Kia Sorento Hybrid.

Powertrain
The Chevrolet Equinox EV has much lower torque than the Kia Sorento Hybrid, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
The Chevrolet Equinox EV has less seating than the Kia Sorento Hybrid, making the Kia Sorento Hybrid the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The Chevrolet Equinox EV has significantly less cargo capacity than the Kia Sorento Hybrid.