2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid vs. 2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Review

Picture of the 2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid

2025 Kia
Sorento Hybrid

MSRP*: $38,690 to $46,890
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Picture of the 2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport

2024 Volkswagen
Atlas Cross Sport

MSRP*: $36,985 to $51,880
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MPG - City 34 - 36 MPG 19 - 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy 34 - 36 MPG 26 - 27 MPG
Seating Capacity 6 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 75.5 ft3 77.8 ft3
Engine
  • 227-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 269-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 227 hp 269 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 2,000 - 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 189.6 in 195.5 in
Exterior Width 74.8 in 78.3 in
Leg Room Front 41.4 in
Rear 40.7 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 40.4 in
Head Room Front 40.3 in
Rear 39.1 in
Front 39.4 in
Rear 37.8 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Kia Sorento Hybrid than in the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Kia Sorento Hybrid and the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.

Convenience
The Kia Sorento Hybrid requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, making it more convenient to drive.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the Kia Sorento Hybrid will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.

Dimensions
Since the Kia Sorento Hybrid is much slimmer than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. The Kia Sorento Hybrid is slightly shorter than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, which may make it easier to park.

Handling
The Kia Sorento Hybrid has a smaller turning radius than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Kia Sorento Hybrid has a little less horsepower than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Kia Sorento Hybrid doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.

Utility
The Kia Sorento Hybrid offers greater seating capacity than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the Kia Sorento Hybrid as you will in the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.