2024 Kia
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2024 Subaru
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| MPG - City | 36 - 39 MPG | 19 - 20 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 33 - 35 MPG | 25 - 26 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 6 seats | 7 - 8 seats |
| Cargo Space | 75.5 ft3 | 72.8 - 75.6 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Continuously Variable |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 227 hp | 260 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 1,654 lbs | 2,000 - 5,000 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 189.4 in | 196.8 in |
| Exterior Width | 74.8 in | 76.0 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 41.4 in
Rear 40.7 in |
Front 42.2 in
Rear 38.6 in |
| Head Room |
Front 40.3 in
Rear 39.1 in |
Front 40.4 - 41.2 in
Rear 38.7 - 40.0 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
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Kia Sorento Hybrid than in the Subaru Ascent.
The Subaru Ascent offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Kia Sorento Hybrid, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.
Convenience
The Kia Sorento Hybrid requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Subaru Ascent, 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 Subaru Ascent.
Dimensions
The Kia Sorento Hybrid is a little narrower than the Subaru Ascent, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot.
The Kia Sorento Hybrid is slightly shorter than the Subaru Ascent, which may make it easier to park.
Handling
The Kia Sorento Hybrid has the same turning radius as the Subaru Ascent, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.
Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Subaru Ascent is clearly the choice over the Kia Sorento Hybrid for pulling heavy loads.
The Kia Sorento Hybrid has a little less horsepower than the Subaru Ascent.
Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Kia Sorento Hybrid doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Subaru Ascent.
Utility
The Kia Sorento Hybrid has less seating than the Subaru Ascent, making the Subaru Ascent the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers.
You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the Kia Sorento Hybrid as you will in the Subaru Ascent.