2023 Kia Sorento vs. 2022 Lexus UX 250h | NewCars.com

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2023 Kia Sorento vs. 2022 Lexus UX 250h Review

Picture of the 2023 Kia Sorento

2023 Kia
Sorento

MSRP*: $30,090 to $43,690
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Picture of the 2022 Lexus UX 250h

2022 Lexus
UX 250h

MSRP*: $35,750 to $40,790
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MPG - City 22 - 24 MPG 41 MPG
MPG - Hwy 25 - 29 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 6 - 7 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 75.5 ft3 Info not available
Engine
  • 191-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 281-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 181-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 191 - 281 hp 181 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 - 3,500 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 189.0 in 177.0 in
Exterior Width 74.8 in 72.4 in
Leg Room Front 41.4 in
Rear 41.7 in
Front 42.1 in
Rear 33.1 in
Head Room Front 40.3 in
Rear 39.1 in
Front 35.7 - 37.2 in
Rear 36.3 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
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Kia Sorento than in the Lexus UX 250h. The Kia Sorento will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Lexus UX 250h.

Convenience
Due to the larger tank size and better fuel economy of the Kia Sorento, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Lexus UX 250h.

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). When looking only at MSRP, the Kia Sorento will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Lexus UX 250h.

Dimensions
Since the Kia Sorento is much wider than the Lexus UX 250h, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Kia Sorento, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Lexus UX 250h.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Kia Sorento greatly out-muscles the Lexus UX 250h.

Utility
The Kia Sorento offers greater seating capacity than the Lexus UX 250h, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around.