The 2027 Kia Sorento in Hamburg, PA starts at $32,590 MSRP with three-row seating. Gas engines produce 186 or 274 hp, while the Sorento Hybrid combines 232 hp with up to 37 mpg combined. For Reading families traveling along Route 61, that creates a choice between seven-seat value, turbocharged towing and hybrid fuel economy.

Outten Kia has the Sorento and Sorento Hybrid for sale for Allentown and the wider Lehigh Valley. The trim comparison separates the bench-seat models from the captain’s-chair models, and the gas-versus-Hybrid comparison puts purchase price, power and EPA ratings together.

2027 Sorento Engines and Powertrain Options in Hamburg

The gasoline 2.5L engine, turbocharged 2.5L engine and 1.6L Hybrid receive engine-specific Sorento service at Outten Kia.

The naturally aspirated 2.5L engine gives the LX and S a straightforward seven-seat layout. LX has front-wheel drive; S offers front- or all-wheel drive. EPA estimates are 23 city/31 highway/26 combined mpg with front-wheel drive and 23/28/25 for the S AWD. Those are useful distinctions on the US-222 corridor between Reading and Allentown.

The turbocharged 2.5L engine delivers its 311 lb-ft from 1,700 to 4,000 rpm. EX offers front- or all-wheel drive, SX is front-wheel drive, and the X-Line and X-Pro trims include all-wheel drive. The wet dual-clutch transmission has eight forward gears. The extra torque suits a loaded cabin on the Blue Mountain grades, while the trim-specific tow rating determines trailer capacity.

The Hybrid pairs a turbocharged gasoline engine with an electric motor and a six-speed automatic. EX offers front-wheel drive or AWD; X-Line EX AWD and X-Line SX Prestige AWD include AWD. EPA estimates are 37/36/37 mpg for front-wheel drive and 32/35/34 mpg for AWD. Its gasoline-electric system replenishes the hybrid battery during driving and regenerative braking.

Sorento Trim Lineup and Pricing

The S adds 18-inch wheels, SynTex upholstery and heated front seats to the LX’s starting point. EX brings turbo power and a standard seven-seat bench; its Premium Package changes the cabin to six seats. SX emphasizes the panoramic sunroof, digital displays and additional comfort equipment. X-Line models combine AWD with their own exterior treatment, while the X-Pro uses 17-inch wheels with all-terrain tires.

Hybrid EX starts at $39,090, Hybrid X-Line EX AWD at $43,090, and Hybrid X-Line SX Prestige AWD at $47,590. The Hybrid EX is a seven-passenger model as standard and offers six-passenger seating through its Premium Package. Both Hybrid X-Line trims have second-row captain’s chairs and six seats. Full feature-by-feature details are in the Sorento trims guide.

Technology and Connectivity for Hamburg Drivers

A 12.3-inch touchscreen is standard across the gas lineup, with smartphone integration. Navigation, wireless charging, additional digital instrument display equipment and Bose audio are trim-specific. S adds a wireless phone charger, while the upper Prestige models pair their displays with camera features such as the Blind-Spot View Monitor and Surround View Monitor. These systems serve different jobs: one displays a view alongside a turn signal, while the other assembles views around the vehicle for low-speed maneuvering.

For a Quakertown family carrying several passengers, USB access and second-row comfort have day-to-day value beyond the main screen. The Sorento also offers a Smart Power Liftgate and a panoramic sunroof. These are separate equipment choices; the seating layout, drivetrain and engine are identified on each trim rather than bundled under a single luxury label.

Interior and Comfort

The Sorento has three rows in every version. A bench-seat second row gives a two-three-two arrangement for seven occupants; captain’s chairs create a two-two-two arrangement for six. Seven-seat gas choices are LX, S and standard EX. Gas SX, all gas X-Line trims and X-Pro have captain’s chairs. For Lebanon households carrying an extra child or relative, that extra second-row position is a real equipment decision.

Front legroom measures 41.4 inches. Gas models have 41.7 inches of second-row legroom, while the Hybrid measures 40.7 inches; third-row legroom is 29.6 inches in either powertrain. The second-row chairs and third-row split-folding seats allow several combinations of passengers and luggage. Prestige models add leather seat trim, and selected trims offer heated second-row seats as well as heated and ventilated front seats.

Cargo and Towing Capability in Hamburg

With all three rows upright, cargo space is 12.6 cu ft. Folding the third row opens 38.5 to 45.0 cu ft, depending on the second-row position; folding both rear rows gives 75.5 cu ft. A Blue Marsh Lake outing with the third row folded has a very different luggage layout from a seven-person trip with every seat occupied. The dimensions and cargo tables keep those three measurements separate.

Maximum towing is trim-specific and requires the correct equipment. LX, S and SX are rated at 2,000 lbs; EX and the gas X-Line trims at 3,500 lbs; X-Pro SX Prestige AWD at 4,500 lbs. The Hybrid is rated at 2,000 lbs. The X-Pro therefore serves the buyer towing a heavier trailer toward Beltzville State Park, while the Hybrid keeps the emphasis on efficient passenger travel.

X-Line and X-Pro Hardware

The gas X-Line and X-Pro versions include AWD, Terrain Mode and a listed 8.2 inches of ground clearance. Terrain Mode provides Snow, Sand and Mud settings. X-Pro exchanges the X-Line’s 20-inch wheels for 17-inch wheels with 235/65R17 all-terrain tires. Its maximum 4,500-lb tow rating is 1,000 lbs above the gas X-Line rating when each is properly equipped. These are specific hardware differences, rather than a general promise that every surface or trailer is suitable.

Safety and Driver Assistance in Hamburg

Standard gas Sorento equipment includes Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist, Lane Keeping Assist, Lane Following Assist and Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist. Higher trims add equipment such as Highway Driving Assist, the Blind-Spot View Monitor and a Surround View Monitor. Driver-assistance systems support an attentive driver and have operating limits; weather, road markings and surrounding objects affect their performance.

A camera view is particularly useful context for a loaded SUV at a busy Allentown destination, while lane-support systems address a different part of an I-78 trip. Neither changes the need for seat belts, correctly installed child restraints and an attentive driver. Equipment varies by trim, and the safety feature grid identifies standard and available items separately.

Which 2027 Sorento Is Right for You?

Why Buy at Outten Kia

Outten Kia brings the gas and Hybrid Sorento together in one showroom. An EX buyer coming from Lehighton has both the turbo gas EX and Hybrid EX available to compare, with different power output, EPA ratings and transmissions. Selinsgrove shoppers seeking a three-row AWD model also have S AWD, EX AWD, X-Line, X-Pro and Hybrid AWD choices within the nameplate.

Outten Kia is at 900 South Fourth Street, Hamburg, PA 19526. Call (610) 562-7577 or schedule a test drive. Financing is available through our finance department, and our trade-in page starts an appraisal.

2027 Sorento Frequently Asked Questions

What is the entry price for a 2027 Sorento?

The 2027 Sorento LX starts at $32,590 MSRP before destination, taxes, options and dealer charges. It includes a 186-hp 2.5L engine, front-wheel drive and seven seats. The S starts at $35,490 and adds comfort equipment while retaining standard seven-passenger seating.

Which Sorento engine has the most horsepower?

The turbocharged 2.5L gasoline engine produces 274 hp and 311 lb-ft of torque. It powers EX, SX, X-Line and X-Pro models and uses an eight-speed wet dual-clutch automatic. The Hybrid produces 232 hp combined, while the LX and S gas engine produces 186 hp.

Does the 2027 Sorento offer a second-row bench?

Yes. Gas LX, S and EX have a second-row bench as standard, giving them seven seats. Hybrid EX also has seven seats standard. The EX Premium Package offers six-seat captain’s-chair seating, while gas SX, gas X-Line, X-Pro and Hybrid X-Line trims have six seats.

What gives the Sorento X-Pro its towing advantage?

X-Pro SX Prestige AWD is the gas model with a maximum 4,500-lb tow rating when properly equipped. It combines the 274-hp turbo engine, AWD and 17-inch wheels with all-terrain tires. Gas X-Line models are rated at 3,500 lbs, while Hybrid models are rated at 2,000 lbs.

How efficient is the front-wheel-drive Sorento Hybrid?

The EPA rates the 2027 Sorento Hybrid FWD at 37 mpg city, 36 highway and 37 combined. AWD versions are rated at 32 city, 35 highway and 34 combined. Both use a 232-hp hybrid system and six-speed automatic; actual fuel use varies with driving and conditions.

How much luggage space remains with the third row raised?

There is 12.6 cu ft behind the third row. Folding that row opens 38.5 to 45.0 cu ft, and folding both rear rows expands space to 75.5 cu ft. The second-row position accounts for the range in the middle measurement, so each figure describes a different seating arrangement.

Where can Reading and Allentown buyers drive the Sorento?

Outten Kia offers Sorento test drives at 900 South Fourth Street. The store carries the gasoline and Hybrid lineup, including bench-seat and captain’s-chair models. A test drive appointment connects a Reading or Allentown buyer with the engine, seating layout and drivetrain suited to their household.

Starting MSRPs exclude destination and handling, options, taxes, title, license and dealer charges. Actual selling prices are set by the dealer. EPA estimates are for comparison; actual mileage varies. Towing requires the correct equipment and must stay within vehicle, hitch and trailer limits.

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