2023 GMC Acadia vs. 2024 Kia Sorento Review

Picture of the 2023 GMC Acadia

2023 GMC
Acadia

MSRP*: $36,800 to $50,600
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Picture of the 2024 Kia Sorento

2024 Kia
Sorento

MSRP*: $31,990 to $47,390
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MPG - City 19 - 22 MPG 20 - 23 MPG
MPG - Hwy 26 - 29 MPG 27 - 31 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 seats 6 - 7 seats
Cargo Space 79.0 ft3 75.5 ft3
Engine
  • 228-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 310-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 191-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 281-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 228 - 310 hp 191 - 281 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 2,000 - 4,000 lbs
Exterior Length 193.4 in 189.0 in
Exterior Width 75.4 in 74.8 in
Leg Room Front 41.0 in
Rear 39.7 in
Front 41.4 in
Rear 41.7 in
Head Room Front 40.0 in
Rear 39.6 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 back seat may find themselves a little more cramped in the GMC Acadia than the Kia Sorento. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the GMC Acadia and the Kia Sorento.

Convenience
The GMC Acadia requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Kia Sorento, making it more convenient to drive.

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 GMC Acadia is somewhat more expensive than the Kia Sorento.

Dimensions
The GMC Acadia is about the same width as the Kia Sorento. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the GMC Acadia, which is slightly longer than the Kia Sorento.

Performance
The GMC Acadia has a little less horsepower than the Kia Sorento.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the GMC Acadia does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Kia Sorento.

Utility
The GMC Acadia offers greater seating capacity than the Kia Sorento, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. The GMC Acadia has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Kia Sorento.