Kia has confirmed that the new plug-in hybrid Sorento will cost from £44,995 in the UK. prices rise to £53,095 for the flagship model, with first customer deliveries due early next year.
The Sorento PHEV’s powertrain comprises a 1.6-litre four-cylinder turbo petrol engine, a 90bhp electric motor and a 13.8kWh battery, which offer a combined output of 261bhp and an electric range of 30 miles.
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The plug-in Kia Sorento range mirrors that of other versions of the SUV, starting with a 2-spec model and moving up to 3 and top-spec 4. As ever on a Kia, the kit list is very generous, and every Sorento PHEV will come with 19-inch alloy wheels, LED headlights, front fog lamps, all-round parking sensors, roofing system rails and electrically adjustable door mirrors. buyers also get a extensive suite of driver-assistance technology, which includes lane-keeping assist, hill-start assist, downhill brake control and trailer assist.
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Inside, the Sorento features dual-zone air-conditioning, a heated leather steering wheel, heated front seats, a reversing camera, auto-dimming rear-view mirror and an eight-inch infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Mid-range 3 specification is priced from £48,895 and adds a few cosmetic tweaks, such as rear privacy glass and satin chrome door handles. There are a few mechanical improvements, too, including self-levelling rear suspension and a power-assisted tailgate.