2022 Kia Sorento PHEV Review: Plug It In or Pick the Hybrid

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The 2022 Kia Sorento PHEV takes all the appreciable benefits of its gas-only predecessor and adds a bit of all-electric driving range as part of an efficient plug-in hybrid powertrain. More crucially, though, it qualifies for tax rebates that make it as affordable as its conventional hybrid sibling.
Those looking for a family-sized SUV that can cover short trips under battery power would be well-served to see what this plug-in Sorento has to offer. But without regular charging, the conventional hybrid could be the better pick. AutoTrader.ca Road Test Editor Dan Ilika takes Kia's midsize plug-in hybrid crossover for a spin to see what its new powertrain offers - and what it demands.
Read the full review on AutoTrader.ca:
www.autotrader.ca/editorial/2...
00:00 Intro
00:42 The cold reality of electric charging
02:49 Fuel economy and Energy efficiency
04:18 Rebates and the Cost of public charging
05:22 Powertrain and Specs
06:44 Power delivery and Traction
08:07 Ride quality and Handling
10:31 Seating and Comfort
11:45 Infotainment and User-friendliness
14:43 Remote smartphone access
15:54 Space and Practicality
17:46 Safety and Driver assistance technology
19:42 Pricing and Value
21:10 Pros and Cons
21:28 Conclusion

Пікірлер: 40

@bbennett40 2 жыл бұрын

I'm not sure I understand the issue with finding a charging station with a PHEV. When you're not at home to charge, it operates like a normal hybrid. There is no need to go anywhere to charge.

@danilika9420 2 жыл бұрын

As I mentioned in the video, the Sorento PHEV burns quite a bit more gas than the Sorento Hybrid once its battery is depleted.

@patrickoconnor5494 5 ай бұрын

@@danilika9420 Which is why you need to cahrge it overnight for 4 hours every night and if you can't do most of your daily driving within the 50km range then a phev makes no sense for you.

@danilika9420 5 ай бұрын

@@patrickoconnor5494 That strikes me as almost exactly what I said in the video!

@ahbrian 2 жыл бұрын

very good review, point out all kind of information on this car that potential buyer wants to know before they buy.

@patrickoconnor5494 5 ай бұрын

why didnt u charge it over night. It only pulls 3.3kw/hr so takes 4 hrs to fully charge

@Raj2390 2 жыл бұрын

Waiting for your review on Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Kia EV6

@danilika9420 2 жыл бұрын

Ioniq 5 will be edited and ready to go shortly!

@Okikor1 Жыл бұрын

Is the ride as smooth as a highlander hybrid?

@dann952 2 жыл бұрын

Is the reason the HEV button isn't called "battery save" because this is a Hybrid when it's not just electric and thus by nature uses and recharges the battery... unlike the Wrangler that is a gas-only car when not in ev mode?

@chico1014 2 жыл бұрын

kia connect sucks,i have in my Seltos and it works ok till it gets cold then it just doesn't,sometimes the car will start but the app tells me it didn't and as for the piano black I keep a small swiffer in the car and give it a quick wipe and it still looks good ,good review

@danilika9420 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words! What a bummer about the app! I’ve had problems with it every time I’ve tried it; Hyundai’s, too (the bones are the same, they just look different). I’m a big fan of keeping a duster in the car! I do the same!

@thecougarexperience 5 ай бұрын

I’m considering buying this car. Is there an option to keep it in EV mode only until the battery runs out?

@danilika9420 5 ай бұрын

Indeed! There’s a button on the console to toggle between the different settings, including EV mode.

@TheYasdes 2 жыл бұрын

There is a battery save button - thats the HEV mode. I also would disagree that the infotainment system does not stand out - it clearly does with the screen size, 360 view monitor, blind side view screen and many otger features.

@danilika9420 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, Alex! I believe I used almost those exact words - that the hybrid mode is essentially a battery save mode. But my point is that it’s not as self-explanatory as an *actual* battery save mode. I also don’t remember saying the infotainment system doesn’t stand out! Maybe you could point out where I said that, but I feel like I heaped quite a bit of praise on the infotainment system. Cheers!

@steve11263 2 жыл бұрын

Kia rocks

@JR-Johnsson88 Жыл бұрын

Is it possible to just have electric mode and no gas at all? Or does it use some gas also always in electric mode? What settings should I use if i want electric only!?

@danilika9420 Жыл бұрын

There's a selectable EV mode that allows the Sorento PHEV to run on nothing but the battery until it's depleted.

@JR-Johnsson88 Жыл бұрын

@@danilika9420 Yes i selected the EV mode on my Sorento 2023 PHEV. But I see that the gas meater is declining anyway. I live in Sweden around 10 deegrees celcius outside. I selected the driver only on fan and maybe 17-18 degrees in the cabin. I only drove in the city pretty slow. But anyway its not all electric. Even though it says EV mode on display gas is using. I see that the km is declining.

@danilika9420 Жыл бұрын

@@JR-Johnsson88 That certainly shouldn’t be happening.

@MrRaitzi 10 ай бұрын

@@danilika9420it doesn't have heat pump. It needs engine to run for heating.

@barry28907 2 жыл бұрын

Probably kicks on the ICE when you need heat, too.

@danilika9420 2 жыл бұрын

Not necessarily, Barry! It can still run the heating system using the battery power, assuming it’s not depleted.

@barry28907 2 жыл бұрын

@@danilika9420 I have the 2017 Hyundai Sonata PHEV. While I generally love the car, it does kick on the engine whenever it needs heat. From an engineering perspective, I get it. An electrical-resistance heater would add cost and consume a surprising amount of the very limited battery power. Why do it when you have such a ready source of waste heat? If it is true that the Sorento has a resistance heater, that would be the first I've heard of. The extra-annoying aspect of the Sonata system is that there is no 'vent' setting. To get more than minimal fresh air, one must guess at the temperature setting that will cause the automatic climate control to NOT activate either the AC or the engine. Usually, I just turn off the air and crack a couple of windows.

@uberreviews6760 2 жыл бұрын

I am a uber driver .Do u recommend Sorento plug in hybrid if not which 1 u recommend

@danilika9420 2 жыл бұрын

I’d probably recommend the conventional Sorento Hybrid instead of this plug-in for someone in your position.

@uberreviews6760 2 жыл бұрын

@@danilika9420 thnx for reply right know I am driving camry hybrid now looking for suv or trying Tesla

@danilika9420 2 жыл бұрын

@@uberreviews6760 All-electric would be a good choice as well, but if affordability is a consideration, a conventional hybrid is great!

@uberreviews6760 2 жыл бұрын

@@danilika9420 I drive nearly 1000km in weak⁰

@danilika9420 2 жыл бұрын

@@uberreviews6760 Highway, city, or a mix of both?

@oOOlivierful 2 жыл бұрын

It make sense since the PHEV version is 450lbs more with the same 1.6t as the regular hybrid. Once you deplete the battery your stuck transporting a 450lbs dead battery. Also the second you want to regulate the climate (heat/cold) the motor is going to start, idle and burn petrol (no electric heat pump/AC). This vehicle is actually much worst in fuel consomption for long distance than the regular hybrid.