Plug-In Hybrid · 31 Electric-Only Miles

2026 Kia Sorento PHEV

From $48,290 MSRP* · 268 HP Combined · Seats 7

It’s the three-row Sorento with a plug — 31 electric-only miles that cover most Hattiesburg errands, a 268-horsepower system, and standard AWD with Terrain Mode ready for whatever the weekend throws at you. Buy any new Sorento PHEV from Dean McCrary Kia Hattiesburg and you get upfront pricing plus factory warranty, no exceptions.

Awards & Accolades

A three-row plug-in hybrid that earned real safety credentials for 2026.

IIHS

2025 Top Safety Pick+

It’s the top distinction IIHS awards, and the whole 2026 Sorento family — gas, Hybrid, and PHEV alike — earned it on units built after September 2025.

Dean McCrary Exclusive

Factory Warranty, Included

Every Sorento PHEV on our lot comes with powertrain protection that never runs out on time or miles — at no extra cost, stacked right on top of Kia’s 10-year/100,000-mile factory warranty.

Explore the Lineup

Every Trim. Every Offer.

Choose a trim below to see what comes with it — along with this month’s current offers, pulled straight from our Hattiesburg lot.

The Full Price Ladder

Two fully-equipped AWD trims: the EX and the range-topping X-Line SX Prestige.

2026 Sorento PHEV — MSRP*

EX (AWD)$48,290
X-Line SX Prestige (AWD)$53,490

AWD comes standard on both trims — Sorento PHEV simply isn’t built with front-wheel drive. Destination of $1,495 not included.

PHEV vs. Hybrid Sorento

Yes, the PHEV asks more up front than the Hybrid does. But plug it in and the battery alone can carry most day-to-day commuting — 31 miles a charge — before it settles into a normal 33-MPG hybrid for the longer runs. Got a charger at home? That’s real savings at the pump.

Battery & Range

A 14 kWh battery handles the first 31 electric-only miles; a standard turbo-hybrid takes it from there.

Plug-In Hybrid — System Specs

Combined System Power268 hp
Combined System Torque270 lb-ft
Battery14 kWh lithium-ion, 360V
EV-Only Range31 miles
Combined Efficiency74 MPGe
Gas-Only Mode (battery depleted)33 MPG combined
Level 2 (240V) Charge Time~3.5 hours
Transmission6-Speed Automatic Transaxle
Max Towing1,654 lb (unbraked)
DrivetrainActive on-demand AWD, standard

Every 2026 Kia PHEV — the Sorento included — ships with a combo Level 1/Level 2 charging cable as standard gear.

New for 2026

Sorento PHEV X-Line SX Prestige

Sorento PHEV’s top trim wears X-Line’s adventure-ready styling right from the factory — the full luxury feature list, wrapped in a tougher look.

Top Trim · AWD Standard

X-Line SX Prestige

  • Gloss-black wheels with matching window and grille surrounds
  • AWD standard, with Terrain Mode covering Snow, Mud, and Sand
  • Roof rails alongside blacked-out lower trim front and rear
  • Every comfort feature in the lineup, included standard
Shop X-Line SX Prestige
Can’t decide? · Our two-minute Hattiesburg trim finder

Answer three short questions and we’ll point you toward the right Sorento PHEV.

01 · Where will you plug it in?
02 · Who’s usually riding along?
03 · What matters most to you?
Finish all three and we’ll show your recommended trim — then get pricing in one tap.

Got Questions About the Sorento PHEV?

Curious about home charging setups, how the PHEV stacks up against the Hybrid, or what’s currently on our Hattiesburg lot? Ask our Kia product specialists anything — straight answers, zero pressure, no obligation.

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2026 Sorento PHEV FAQs

What’s the Price on a 2026 Kia Sorento PHEV?

Pricing opens at $48,290 MSRP on the EX and tops out at $53,490 for the X-Line SX Prestige, before the $1,495 destination charge. Check current Sorento PHEV inventory to see today’s real transaction price with active offers factored in.

How Many Miles Will the 2026 Sorento PHEV Go on Electricity Alone?

The EPA rates it at 31 miles of pure-electric range from the 14 kWh battery — plenty for most daily drives without the gas engine ever kicking in. Once that battery runs down, it behaves like a standard hybrid rated at 33 MPG combined.

What Is MPGe, and What Does It Mean for the Sorento PHEV?

The Sorento PHEV’s 74 MPGe rating is the EPA’s way of blending gas and electric use into a single efficiency number — it exists so you can measure a plug-in hybrid against pure-gas or pure-electric vehicles on the same scale.

What’s the Charge Time on a 2026 Sorento PHEV?

Roughly 3.5 hours from empty using a 240V Level 2 home charger to fully top off the 14 kWh battery — and every 2026 PHEV includes a combo Level 1/Level 2 cable.

EX or X-Line SX Prestige — Which Sorento PHEV Trim Fits Me?

Both share the identical plug-in powertrain and standard AWD, so it comes down to trim level. The EX gets you in the door affordably; the X-Line SX Prestige layers on adventure styling plus every luxury feature the lineup has.

Where’s the Closest Place to Buy a 2026 Sorento PHEV Near Hattiesburg?

Right on US Hwy 98, where Hattiesburg’s Hub City routes of I-59, US-49, US-98, and US-11 all come together, you’ll find Dean McCrary Kia stocking the full Sorento PHEV lineup for buyers from Petal, Oak Grove, Purvis, Sumrall, and Columbia. Every new one includes upfront pricing and factory warranty.

Your 2026 Sorento PHEV Is On Our Lot

The EX and the range-topping X-Line SX Prestige both come standard with AWD — browse our live Hattiesburg inventory, or put a question to a product specialist.

*MSRP does not include the $1,495 destination and handling charge, taxes, title, license, or dealer fees. Federal and state EV/PHEV incentives may be available and are subject to change — check with a specialist for current eligibility. All pricing and offers can change; confirm current pricing with the dealer.

Shop the 2026 Kia Sorento PHEV Near Hattiesburg, MS at Dean McCrary Kia

Positioned right at the crossroads in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, Dean McCrary Kia keeps the 2026 Kia Sorento PHEV in stock for buyers across the Pine Belt — Forrest, Lamar, Covington, and Perry counties, along with nearby Petal, Oak Grove, Purvis, Columbia, Laurel, Ellisville, Sumrall, Wiggins, and Lumberton. This seven-seat Sorento pairs a 268-hp plug-in hybrid system with 31 miles of electric-only range and AWD as standard equipment.

2026 Sorento PHEV Trims

Choose between the EX and X-Line SX Prestige — AWD is the only drivetrain offered. MSRP spans $48,290 to $53,490, destination not included.

Sorento PHEV Battery & Charging

The 14 kWh lithium-ion pack is EPA-rated for 31 miles of electric-only driving and 74 MPGe combined, and it recharges in around 3.5 hours on a 240V Level 2 unit. Once the battery’s drained, the Sorento PHEV simply operates as a 33-MPG-combined hybrid.