2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid vs. 2025 Nissan Murano Review

Picture of the 2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid

2025 Kia
Sorento Hybrid

MSRP*: $38,690 to $46,890
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Picture of the 2025 Nissan Murano

2025 Nissan
Murano

MSRP*: $40,470 to $49,600
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MPG - City 34 - 36 MPG 21 MPG
MPG - Hwy 34 - 36 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 6 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 75.5 ft3 63.5 ft3
Engine
  • 227-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 241-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 227 hp 241 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 1,500 lbs
Exterior Length 189.6 in 192.9 in
Exterior Width 74.8 in 78.0 in
Leg Room Front 41.4 in
Rear 40.7 in
Front 44.3 in
Rear 36.3 in
Head Room Front 40.3 in
Rear 39.1 in
Front 39.4 - 41.1 in
Rear 37.9 - 39.7 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 Hybrid than in the Nissan Murano. The Nissan Murano will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Kia Sorento Hybrid.

Convenience
The Kia Sorento Hybrid requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Nissan Murano, 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). When looking only at MSRP, the Kia Sorento Hybrid will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Nissan Murano.

Dimensions
Since the Kia Sorento Hybrid is much slimmer than the Nissan Murano, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. When looking at overall length, the Kia Sorento Hybrid takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Nissan Murano.

Performance
The Kia Sorento Hybrid has a little less horsepower than the Nissan Murano.

Powertrain
With similar torque, the Kia Sorento Hybrid and the Nissan Murano are about even in transmitting their respective horsepower to the wheels.

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