2025 KIA SORENTO PHEV - PLUG IN 3-ROW REAL WORLD CITY COMMUTE

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The 2025 Kia Sorento PHEV SX Prestige offers a compelling blend of practicality, efficiency, and value, particularly for those seeking a three-row SUV. The reviewer highlights its comfortable ride quality, capable all-wheel-drive system, and impressive real-world fuel economy, achieving 45 MPG combined during a city commute and 66.5 MPG on a more efficient trip, with an electric-only range of around 30 miles. The interior, especially the unique dust blue option, is praised for its thoughtful features like heated/ventilated seats, ample USB ports, and a user-friendly infotainment system with physical controls. While not an exciting driver, the Sorento excels at being a "car," providing a stress-free and easy ownership experience. Downsides include a slightly cramped third row when the seats are up and some minor wind noise at highway speeds. Despite the $55,000 price tag of the tested SX Prestige trim, the reviewer suggests the base model offers exceptional value for its segment.