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Kia Sorento vs. Toyota Tacoma

Kia Sorento
Toyota Tacoma
At a Glance: Sorento vs. Tacoma

When looking for your next vehicle, it may seem unusual to be trying to decide between an SUV like the Kia Sorento and a compact pickup like the Toyota Tacoma. As an explorer ready to roam the roads of Louisville and Elizabethtown, KY, Clarksville, IN, and beyond, you know these vehicles are the best ones for the job.

To help you decide which daring vehicle is perfectly suited to your specific needs, you’ll want to check out this comparison. Your friends at The Kia Store will take you through what each ride has to offer so you can head off the paved path in the right one.

HORSEPOWER

HORSEPOWER

191 HP | 159 HP
Sorento vs Tacoma
PASSENGERS

PASSENGERS

7 | 5
Sorento vs Tacoma
INTELLIGENT SPEED LIMIT ASSIST

INTELLIGENT SPEED LIMIT ASSIST

Standard | N/A
Sorento vs Tacoma
See the Difference for Yourself
Select a category below to learn more about how the Kia Sorento compares to the Toyota Tacoma.
PERFORMANCE
Kia Sorento

There’s nothing like the thrill of the great outdoors. With so many roads calling your name, you’ll want to take to them with supreme power and a bold spirit. Having the right powertrain by your side is a huge part of that.

Power From the Get-Go

Let’s take a peek at their standard engines. Although the Tacoma’s is slightly larger, the Sorento leads the way when it comes to all-important power output.

  • Kia Sorento 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine: 191 horsepower and 181 lb-ft of torque
  • Toyota Tacoma 2.7-liter 4-cylinder engine: 159 horsepower and 180 lb-ft of torque

When it comes to speed and acceleration out of the gate, the Sorento delivers.

Pump up the Power

For more command of the road ahead, both models offer another engine. In the Kia Sorento, you’ll enjoy a turbocharged 2.5-liter 4-cylinder that generates 281 horsepower and 311 lb-ft of torque.

You may be left wanting more with the Tacoma, though. You can upgrade to a 3.5-liter V6 with 278 horsepower and 265 lb-ft of torque, which still falls short of the Sorento’s available motor.

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INTERIOR
Kia Sorento

Of course, having the right crew by your side helps make exploration much more enjoyable. So, you’ll want to be sure you have enough room for friends and family. Which SUV makes sure everyone on board will remain comfortable for every mile?

More Space for Your Crew

The Toyota Tacoma has 85.6 cubic feet of passenger volume across two rows of seating, so you can fit up to five passengers with ease.

However, the Sorento is a 3-row SUV that provides 121.3 cubic feet, which means there’s space for up to seven friends and family members. The Sorento offers more room, so nobody gets left behind.

The Measuring Tape Test

With people comes stuff, meaning you’ll also need enough space to stow their gear. The interior of the Kia Sorento is configurable to meet your needs, with the following cargo capacities...

  • Behind Third Row: 12.6 cubic feet
  • Behind Second Row: 45 cubic feet
  • Behind First Row: 75.5 cubic feet

As a truck, the Tacoma is built differently. While it does offer 5-foot and 6-foot-long bed options, there’s very minimal interior cargo space to use. Therefore, if you were looking to stash your camping gear inside your car or want to stack up a bunch of luggage in the cabin, you won’t be able to do so as comfortably.

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SAFETY
Kia Sorento

Still, safety is always the number one priority when you get behind the wheel. Whether you’re flying solo or have a full house on board, you’ll want to ensure everyone remains safe and sound.

Journey With Confidence

You can roam far, or you can stay close to home—the choice is yours with the Kia Sorento and the Toyota Tacoma. No matter where your adventures take you, you want to know you’re well protected.

These vehicles offer that peace of mind assurance with the following similar standard safety features:

  • Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Pedestrian Detection
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • High Beam Assist
Next-Level Protection

While these technologies are designed to keep you alert and even bring your vehicle to a complete stop in certain situations, you want even more. After all, you can never be too safe.

That’s where these additional baseline safety systems on the Sorento come into play...

  • Lane Following Assist: Works to keep your vehicle centered within your desired lane.
  • Intelligent Speed Limit Assist: Reads speed-limit signs and automatically adjusts your vehicle to match.
  • Driver Attention Warning: Detects drowsy driving and urges you to take a break.
  • Safe Exit Assist: Warns passengers from disembarking when it detects an approaching vehicle.

Not only are these features not found on the base-level Tacoma, but they’re not found on the Toyota truck at all. So, if you want this added peace of mind and protection, you’ll need to choose the Sorento.

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The Verdict Revealed
Kia Sorento

The choice between the Kia Sorento and the Toyota Tacoma is up to you, but our team at The Kia Store thinks the unique features of the Sorento may suit you better.

Come see this Kia SUV and experience it firsthand at our dealership. Our friends from Louisville and Elizabethtown, KY, and Clarksville, IN can schedule a test drive with us today!

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