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2019 Kia Sorento vs 2019 Ford Explorer

Families of seven, or any large family, will find that the 2019 Kia Sorento checks all of the boxes when it comes to style, convenience, comfort, and versatility. The lineup of advanced entertainment and safety features, comfortable seating options, and head-turning design options will make any family want to hop inside this Kia SUV.
The 2019 Kia Sorento offers a variety of setups with eight trim levels in its mix – L, LX, LX V6, S V6, EX Sport, EX V6, SX, and SX Limited. But why should you choose the Kia Sorento over one of its competitors? This 2019 Kia Sorento vs 2019 Ford Explorer comparison is going to break down what sets the Sorento apart from the rest of its class and puts it at the top. Continue reading to learn more about the 2019 Kia Sorento or click the link below to view our lineup in Sorento models at Classic Kia of Carrollton.
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Silver 2019 Kia Sorento and red 2019 Ford Explorer
2019 Kia Sorento vs 2019 Ford Explorer
$26,290 MSRP $32,365
7-inch touch-screen display Infotainment Center SYNC® with 4.2-inch color LCD screen
Standard on all trim levels Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ Available exclusively on select trim levels
22 city/29 highway mpg EPA-Estimated Fuel Economy 17 city/24 highway mpg

What Are the Differences Between 2019 Kia Sorento and 2019 Ford Explorer?

For an affordable price of just $26,290, buyers can get behind the wheel of a new seven-passenger 2019 Kia Sorento. The Sorento lineup features two trim-specific engine options that offer precise power in every model. The Kia Sorento L and LX are fitted with a 185-horsepower 2.4-liter DOHC 16-valve I-4 engine paired to an electronically controlled 6-speed automatic transmission. The rest of the 2019 Sorento lineup is powered by a 3.3-liter DOHC 24-valve V6 engine mated to an electronically controlled 8-speed automatic transmission with 290 horsepower and 252 pound-feet of torque on tap. Kia Sorento L and LX models earn an EPA-estimated 22 city mpg and 29 highway mpg fuel economy and offer up to 2,000 pounds of towing. The rest of the Sorento lineup earns an EPA-estimated 19 city mpg and 26 highway mpg and offer 3,500 pounds of towing in front-wheel-drive models and 5,000 pounds in all-wheel-drive models. The competing 2019 Ford Explorer starts off at a higher $32,365 and is powered by a standard 3.5-liter Ti-VCT V6 engine that earns an EPA-estimated fuel economy of 17 city mpg and 24 highway mpg, which falls short of each of the 2019 Sorento models.
2019 Kia Sorento models keep drivers and passengers entertained with standard features like Bluetooth® connectivity, Apple CarPlay®, Android Auto™, and a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment center display. The features found in the 2019 Ford Explorer fail to stand up to those found in the 2019 Sorento. The 2019 Ford Explorer comes equipped with a standard 4.2-inch color LCD infotainment screen and only offers Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ on select higher trim levels.
For more information about the 2019 Kia Sorento, contact a member of the Classic Kia of Carrollton sales team today!
Back of black 2019 Kia Sorento
Interior view of 2019 Kia Sorento
Closeup of infotainment center in 2019 Kia Sorento
Interior view of steering wheel, dashboard, and front seating in 2019 Kia Sorento