2024 Chevrolet
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2025 Kia
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| MPG - City | 14 - 15 MPG | 20 - 23 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 19 - 20 MPG | 27 - 31 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 7 - 9 seats | 6 - 7 seats |
| Cargo Space | 144.7 ft3 | 75.5 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 355 - 420 hp | 191 - 281 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 7,900 - 8,300 lbs | 2,000 - 4,500 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 225.7 in | 189.0 in |
| Exterior Width | 81.1 in | 74.8 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 44.5 in
Rear 42.0 in |
Front 41.4 in
Rear 41.7 in |
| Head Room |
Front 42.3 in
Rear 38.9 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.
Comfort
The Chevrolet Suburban offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Kia Sorento, with comparable head- and legroom.
The Chevrolet Suburban will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Kia Sorento.
Convenience
The Chevrolet Suburban 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 Chevrolet Suburban will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Kia Sorento, which has a much lower MSRP.
Dimensions
Since the Chevrolet Suburban is much wider than the Kia Sorento, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging.
If you go with the Chevrolet Suburban, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Kia Sorento.
Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Chevrolet Suburban is clearly the choice over the Kia Sorento for pulling heavy loads.
The Chevrolet Suburban has a little more horsepower than the Kia Sorento.
Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Chevrolet Suburban transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Kia Sorento.
Utility
The Chevrolet Suburban offers greater seating capacity than the Kia Sorento, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around.
With the Chevrolet Suburban, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Kia Sorento.