Most common 2024 Kia Sorento Hybrid problems
Share of the 6 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Kia Sorento Hybrid complaints by model year
Best Sorento Hybrid years: 2024. Years to avoid: 2025, 2023. Compare all years →
What 2024 Kia Sorento Hybrid owners say
Engine & cooling
I was driving on the highway about 60mph, I go to accelerate and merge to the exit lane since that lane funnels another previous merge lane. I press the gas and the gauge stayed frozen at 60mph then a violent loud clunk came from the floor like as if the transmission gear got stuck and then slipped in. After parking at the store the hybrid inverter coolant refill warning came on the dash. I drove back home to get fluid 2 miles from home the vehicle lost all power. The issue is search through the internet I'm seeing many many kia sorentos hybrid or gas with the same inverter issue. And every person posting online says the dealer has the same excuse a rock hit and punctured the small radiator. But the car also had a check engine light on and the dealer never brought that up. I'm a mechanic for 12yrs. Something fishy is going on, thank you.
Purchased this vehicle last year, and less than a week into ownership developed a coolant leak. KIA determined the hybrid radiator leaking due to damage, such as a rock or related impact. While I didn't receive any warnings on the dash, there was noticeable coolant on the ground when parked and smell. I don't believe the level got low enough to trigger a warning or vehicle disabled by the computer. The front lower grille, which allows air to cool the hybrid radiator, creates a significant exposure of the radiator(s) due to manufacturer design. I have heard from an alarming number of Sorento owners that have experienced this problem, and they are installing their own mesh to reduce the size of holes through the grille. This defect in design should be escalated.
2024 Kia Sorento Hybrid engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L 4-cyl turbo hybrid | 6-speed dual-clutch | FWD | 39 / 35 / 37 |
| 1.6L 4-cyl turbo hybrid | 6-speed dual-clutch | AWD | 36 / 33 / 34 |
EPA ratings. Class: Small SUV.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2024 Kia Sorento Hybrid a good car?
Based on 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2024 Sorento Hybrid rates better than average: 59% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Sorento Hybrid at the same age. It is one of the best Sorento Hybrid years by this measure. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2024 Kia Sorento Hybrid?
The engine & cooling — 3 complaints, 50% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the brakes (2) and transmission & drivetrain (2).
How many recalls does the 2024 Kia Sorento Hybrid have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2024 Kia Sorento Hybrid. You can still confirm with your VIN using our VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Kia Sorento Hybrid?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2024. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2025 and 2023. See the full Kia Sorento Hybrid years comparison.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.