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New 2021 Kia Sorento vs Hyundai Santa Fe

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New 2021 Kia Sorento vs Hyundai Santa Fe

2021 Kia Sorento vs Hyundai Santa Fe Performance

The all-new 2021 Kia Sorento is the perfect mid size adventure SUV for the modern Kia family near Plano, TX. Compared to the 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe, which offers up to 277 horsepower and optional AWD, the new Kia Sorento has an available 2.5L Turbo engine that produces up to 311 lb-ft of torque and up to 281 horsepower and is capable of towing up to 3,500 lbs.

The Hyundai Santa Fe offers an optional HTRAC All Wheel Drive system and a similar standard 2.5L Inline 4-cylinder Turbo engine which gets up to 277 horsepower—which is slightly lacking compared to the Kia’s 281-hp rating. But customers can opt for the Adaptive All-Wheel Drive system with Lock Mode on the new Kia Sorento as well as advanced technologies like Torque Vectoring Cornering Control, Traction & Stability Control and Idle Stop and Go. Kia drivers and shoppers near Plano, TX, will get better power and capabilities on all types of terrain with the 2021 Kia Sorento.

2021 Kia Sorento:

  • Adaptive All-Wheel Drive with Lock Mode
  • Torque Vectoring Cornering Control
  • Traction & Stability Control
  • 2.5L Turbo engine
  • Up to 311 lb-ft of torque and 281 hp
  • 8-speed dual clutch auto transmission
  • Idle Stop and Go

2021 Hyundai Santa Fe:

  • 2.5L Inline 4-cylinder Turbo engine
  • Up to 311 lb-ft of torque and 277 hp
  • Optional HTRAC All Wheel Drive
  • 8-speed wet dual clutch transmission with SHIFTRONIC
  • Drive Mode Select
  • Idle Stop & Go
2021 Kia Sorento vs Hyundai Santa Fe Performance

2021 Kia Sorento vs Hyundai Santa Fe Technology

The all-new 2021 Kia Sorento is a smart midsize SUV that offers exclusive tech and a driver-centric cabin. Kia drivers and shoppers near Plano, TX, will be able to utilize advanced technologies in the Kia Sorento like Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ compatibility and six standard or eight available USB outlets, plus an available front wireless charger to keep everyone charged on the road.

The Kia offers an 8-inch touchscreen display with a Rear View Monitor as well as a Smart Key with Push Button & Remote Start for even more accessibility and ease. The Hyundai Santa Fe also has an 8-inch color touchscreen with smartphone compatibility plus a Rear View Monitor with parking guidance—much of the same as the Kia. With the 2021 Kia Sorento, though, customers can opt for the 10.25-inch touchscreen with navigation on SX and enjoy the 12.3-inch Digital Instrument Cluster on SX Prestige as well as the Bose® Premium Audio system.

2021 Kia Sorento vs Hyundai Santa Fe Technology

2021 Kia Sorento:

  • Wireless phone charger
  • 10.25-inch touchscreen with navigation
  • Bose® Premium Audio
  • 12.3-inch Digital Instrument Cluster
  • 6 standard or 8 available USB outlets
  • Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ compatibility

2021 Hyundai Santa Fe:

  • 8-inch color touchscreen
  • Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ integration
  • Rear View Monitor with parking guidance
  • Wireless device charging
  • Rear Seat Quiet Mode
  • Harman Kardon® Premium Audio with 12 speakers

2021 Kia Sorento vs Hyundai Santa Fe Safety Features

When it comes to the safety and security of Kia drivers, the all-new 2021 Kia Sorento comes equipped with an array of smart features and driver-assist technologies designed to ensure you approach every day with confidence, ease and a necessary amount of traction and control.

While the Hyundai Santa Fe offers Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Pedestrian Detection and Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist, the Kia Sorento offers similar features like Forward Collision Avoidance, Blind Spot Detection & Auto Rear Braking and the 360-degree Surround View Monitor—which allows for elevated views and improved driver awareness. The Sport trim, Sorento S, also offers Blind Spot Collision Warning & Avoidance Assist, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist, Safe Exit Assist and the Smart Key with Push Button Start and Remote Start. The new 2021 Kia Sorento is never lacking.

2021 Kia Sorento:

  • Safe Exit Assist
  • Blind Spot Collision Warning & Avoidance Assist
  • Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist
  • Smart Key with Push Button Start and Remote Start
  • 360-degree Surround View Monitor
  • Forward Collision Avoidance
  • Blind Spot Detection & Auto Rear Braking

2021 Hyundai Santa Fe:

  • Surround View Monitor
  • Blind-Spot View Monitor
  • Remote Start Parking Assist
  • Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist
  • Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Pedestrian Detection
  • Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist
2021 Kia Sorento vs Hyundai Santa Fe Safety Features

2021 Kia Sorento vs Hyundai Santa Fe Interior

The all-new 2021 Kia Sorento is a midsize adventure SUV with three rows of seating and room for up to seven passengers. The Kia Sorento has a spacious and convenient interior with features like folding 2nd- and 3rd-row seats for expanded cargo space, and customers can also opt for the available 2nd-row captain’s chairs for a 6-passenger seating configuration—and more room for everyone.

With standard SynTex seating or available 3D-embossed genuine leather seat trim, plus a one-touch panoramic sunroof, among other sophisticated interior elements, the new Kia Sorento is guaranteed to provide you with a comfortable, exciting experience. While the Hyundai Santa Fe offers available quilted Nappa leather seating with Calligraphy and up to 72.1 cubic feet of cargo space, the Kia offers up to 75.5 cubic feet of cargo volume with the seat area. The 2021 Kia Sorento is ultimately the more smart and versatile option for the modern Kia family near Plano, TX.

2021 Kia Sorento vs Hyundai Santa Fe Interior

2021 Kia Sorento:

  • Seating for up to 7
  • SynTex seating material
  • 3D-embossed genuine leather seat trim available
  • One-touch panoramic sunroof
  • Folding 2nd- and 3rd-row seats
  • 2nd-row captain’s chairs available
  • Cargo volume of up to 75.5 cubic feet with seat area
  • Cargo volume of 12.6 cubic feet in trunk

2021 Hyundai Santa Fe:

  • Quilted premium Nappa leather seating surfaces available
  • YES Essentials® stain-resistant cloth seats
  • 8-way power driver seat with power lumbar
  • Heated and ventilated front seats available
  • 60/40 split fold-flat seats
  • Underfloor storage tray
  • Cargo volume of up to 72.1 cubic feet with seat area

2021 Kia Sorento vs Hyundai Santa Fe Exterior

The 2021 Kia Sorento and 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe are both stylish and modern midsize SUVs. For the Kia driver and shopper near Plano, TX, looking for something unique, confident and equipped for adventure, the new Kia Sorento is an ideal choice. In comparison, the Hyundai Santa Fe is a bit bulky when it comes to exterior looks—the Calligraphy’s premium finish grille and 20-inch alloy wheels, though, are exceptional.

That said, the new Kia Sorento offers nine bold exterior paint colors for customers to choose from, including Sapphire Blue, Passion Red, Aruba Green and Crystal Beige. With the Sorento S trim, customers can enjoy 18-inch alloy wheels with gloss black pockets or choose the optional S AWD package which includes increased ride height, 18-inch gloss black wheels, X-Line Front & Rear Bumpers with Dark Accents and more. The 2021 Kia Sorento delivers powerful styling, plenty of convenience and even more possibilities.

2021 Kia Sorento:

  • 18-inch alloy wheels with gloss black pockets
  • Optional S AWD package with increased ride height and more
  • 9 exterior paint colors
  • Matte black front and rear skid plate
  • Black front grille
  • Power-adjustable, heated, body-color mirrors
  • Matte black rear spoiler
  • Multi-reflector LED headlights

2021 Hyundai Santa Fe:

  • Front grille fascia
  • LED lighting signatures
  • 20-inch alloy wheels
  • Premium finish grille with Calligraphy
  • LED headlights with LED accents
  • LED Daytime Running Lights
  • Side mirror approach lights
  • Body-color, power, heated side mirrors
2021 Kia Sorento vs Hyundai Santa Fe Exterior

Why Buy from Central Kia in Plano, TX?

Central Kia of Plano, TX, is a valued new Kia dealership! We provide quality car care and reliable auto services to customers and Kia drivers in the Plano, TX, area, including state-of-the-art repairs and routine maintenance servicing at our Kia Service Center and hassle-free financing and loan services at the Finance Center. With our team of certified technicians, financing specialists and Kia experts, every visit to Central Kia will be exceptional. Schedule an appointment with our Service Center or Finance Center today to get started.

Central Kia also has an extensive New Kia Inventory as well as an impressive selection of pre-owned vehicles available—including a variety of types, models, trims and configurations from Kia as well as other popular makes. Our sales team can help you find something reliable, capable and affordable for you. Browse the inventory online today to discover the options available to you, or visit Central Kia in Plano, TX, during hours. We look forward to serving you!

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