The Impressive 2021 Kia Sorento Towing Capacity
Are you in the market for the new Kia Sorento but wondering if it can handle towing your ATV or jet ski? When you properly equip this remarkable SUV, the 2021 Kia Sorento towing capacity is an impressive 3,500 pounds. But what does “properly equip” mean? Do you need to install a Kia Sorento Tow Package? We answer all of those questions below as we delve into the details about what this vehicle can do.
Kia Sorento Towing Capacity by Engine
The Kia Sorento comes with two engine options. They are both 2.5L 4-cylinder engines, but one is turbo charged and can churn out 281 horsepower and 311 lb-ft of torque. Here are the specs and towing capacity for each engine:
2.5L DOHC 4-Cylinder Engine
- 191 horsepower
- 181 lb-ft of torque
- 8-speed automatic transmission
- EPA-estimated combined fuel economy of 26 mpg (FWD) & 24 mpg (AWD)
- Kia Sorento Towing Capacity: 2,000 pounds
Turbocharged 2.5L DOHC 4-Cylinder Engine
- 281 horsepower
- 311 lb-ft of torque
- EPA-estimated combined fuel economy of 25 mpg (FWD) and 24 mpg (AWD)
- 8-speed dual clutch automatic transmission (wet type)
- Kia Sorento Towing Capacity: 3,500 pounds
Towing-Related Features
Keokuk, IA drivers who tow frequently know it’s not all about the Kia Sorento towing capacity. You need driver assist features that will help make your drive safer. The Kia Sorento comes with several features that do just that. Here are just a few:
- Blind Spot Collision Warning & Avoidance Assist
- Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist
- Safe Exit Assist
- Drive Mode Select with Snow Mode
- Adaptive AWD with Lock Mode
- Torque-Vectoring Cornering Control
- Hill-Start Assist Control
- All-Weather Capability
Explore the Kia Sorento safety ratings and other performance features with Shottenkirk Kia of Quincy to see how this vehicle can help you drive confidently and securely on the Quincy roads.
What About the Kia Sorento Tow Package?
The manufacturer refers to the Kia Sorento Tow Package as the “Trailer Package”. It consists of a trailer hitch with wiring, and it comes standard when you opt for a model with the turbocharged 2.5L engine.
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