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2026 Kia Sorento PHEV Powertrain Guide

Blog Dec 31st, 2025
The 2026 Kia Sorento PHEV in pale brown parks on dirt track in front of a pale sky

New Kia Sorento PHEV Engines at Lally Kia

The 2026 Kia Sorento PHEV is the mid-size SUV that gives you more mileage for your money, delivering up to 55 km of all-electric range on top of its easygoing 6.9 L of fuel consumption per 100 km. As well as fitting comfortably into your budget, the 2026 Kia Sorento PHEV harnesses up to 268 horsepower, 270 pound-feet of torque, and 2,000 lbs of towing, distinguishing itself as the perfect all-rounder for school carpools, stop-and-go rush hour commuter traffic, and family vacations with a camper or trailer in tow. Keep reading for a closer look at the 2026 Kia Sorento PHEV’s engine specs and get in touch with the team at Lally Kia to schedule your test drive!

For more information about the 2026 Kia Sorento PHEV, visit Kia.ca.

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1.6 L Turbo HEV Engine & Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor

The secret to the 2026 Kia Sorento PHEV’s adventurous spirit is its 1.6 L Turbo HEV 4-Cylinder Engine, backed by an unstoppable Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor for up to 268 horsepower. Taking a trip somewhere warmer to get away from the snow? Hook up a trailer packed with your holiday vacation must-haves and pull with up to 270 pound-feet of torque supporting a top end 2,000 lbs of towing potential.

A blue 2026 Kia Sorento PHEV drives away from the camera down a mountain road

2026 Kia Sorento PHEV Engine Specifications
Powertrain

1.6 L Turbo HEV 4-Cylinder Engine with Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor
Horsepower 

268
Torque (lb.-ft.)

270
Combined Fuel Economy (L/100 km)

6.9
Estimated All-Electric Range on Full Charge (km)

55
Transmission

6-Speed Automatic

Hybrid Power Cuts Down on Refueling Time and Costs

It’s not all about raw strength; the 2026 Kia Sorento PHEV was also designed with your day-to-day running costs in mind. Rather than stopping to refuel as much as other mid-sized SUVs on the market require, the 2026 Kia Sorento PHEV sips fuel at a gentle 6.9 L per 100km, so you can get from A to B without paying out for unscheduled pit stops along the way. What’s more, up to 55 km of estimated all-electric range easily gets you from your house to a gas station if you forget to top up after a long day at work, eliminating the worry of running your tank dry before you can refuel.

Shop the 2026 Kia Sorento PHEV at Lally Kia

Looking for uncompromising utility at a friendly price point? Shop the lineup of SUVs at Lally Kia to find your ideal family vehicle, ask our Kia experts for more details about the 2026 Kia Sorento PHEV’s extended features, availability, and financing options, and book a test drive for a hands-on look at its performance and amenities!

For more information about the 2026 Kia Sorento PHEV, visit Kia.ca.

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