If you’re comparing the 2025 and 2026 Kia Sorento for daily driving around Lancaster, PA, both years keep the same strengths: three-row seating, available all-wheel drive, and a choice of gas, hybrid, or plug-in hybrid powertrains. The 2026 model offers exciting updates for PA drivers to consider. Learn more from Lancaster Kia below.
Notable Updates
Both model-year versions of the Kia Sorento offer the familiar 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine, the available 2.5-liter turbocharged option, and the efficient hybrid and plug-in hybrid setups. What changes for 2026 is how these powertrains are packaged across trims, especially the X-Line and X-Pro models, which now emphasize rugged capability a bit more. Drivers in Ephrata may notice the difference in towing features, traction settings, and light off-road usability.
Reading drivers: the Kia Sorento has a great exterior that has already received a major design refresh recently. For 2026, Kia further leans into the adventurous look by adding blacked-out accents, dark exterior trim, and bolder styling details to the X-Line and X-Pro trims. This gives the 2026 Sorento a stronger, more aggressive presence whether you’re parked in East Petersburg, PA, or pulling into the driveway in Oxford.
One of the biggest functional upgrades for 2026 comes in the all-wheel drive system. AWD models now include a standard Terrain Mode with selectable settings for snow, mud, and sand, improving confidence during unpredictable Pennsylvania weather or on uneven back roads. Inside, the cabin layout remains familiar, but the 2026 Sorento introduces a redesigned leather-trimmed steering wheel and subtle refinements on select trims, enhancing the overall feel without altering the spacious three-row design.
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For Oxford drivers who like the style and versatility of the 2025 Sorento, the 2026 model adds a bit more capability and sharper looks. You can explore trims, features, and available inventory on our Kia Sorento research page. Contact Lancaster Kia today to get started.
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