2023 Kia Sorento hybrid review: HEV GT-Line AWD | Better than Toyota Kluger and Hyundai Santa Fe?

The 2023 Kia Sorento is at the forefront of the Large SUV segment in so many regards, but it&only in more recent times that a &hybrid powertrain has become an option in its line-up, helping it to better rival the Toyota Kluger and Hyundai Santa Fe. Known in South Korean parlance as the HEV (Hybrid Electric Vehicle), the Sorento&alternative power source combines a 1.6-litre four-cylinder petrol engine with an electric motor to deliver improved fuel consumption, making it not only a strong contender for frugal family buyers, but also a viable alternative to the traditional petrol V6 and diesel four-cylinder units. In this expert review, CarsGuide Contributing Journalist Emily Agar takes the Sorento HEV for a spin in flagship GT-Line AWD form to see if it is the ultimate family car and, therefore, the powertrain option in the range. #Review -- 00:00 Intro 00:32 Pricing and features 01:17 Practicality 04:33 Under the bonnet 05:11 Driving 06:24 Efficiency 06:43 Safety 07:14 Ownership 07:38 Verdict -- -- CarsGuide - Go beyond the test drive