2021 Kia Sorento vs. 2020 Ford Edge

Have you been busy researching the Ford and Kia lineups in search of your Raleigh family’s next vehicle? There are a lot of great options to consider! To help streamline your search, Hendrick Kia of Cary looks at the 2021 Kia Sorento vs. 2020 Ford Edge in the guide below. Check out this essential mid-size SUV comparison before you get behind the wheel!

Kia Sorento vs. Ford Edge: Trim Levels and Prices

Both the 2021 Kia Sorento and 2020 Ford Edge provide five trim levels to select from, so it’s easy to find an option that’s perfectly suited to your Durham family. If you’re looking for the most budget-friendly option, however, you should note that the Kia Sorento is priced lower than the Ford Edge across the board:

2021 Kia Sorento Trim Levels

• LX – $29,390 MSRP
• S – $31,890 MSRP
• EX – $34,990 MSRP
• SX – $37,990 MSRP
• SX-Prestige – $40,590 MSRP

2020 Ford Edge Trim Levels

• SE – $31,100 MSRP
• SEL – $34,355 MSRP
• ST-Line – $38,100 MSRP
• Titanium – $38,100 MSRP
• ST – $43,265 MSRP

Kia Sorento vs. Ford Edge: Seating and Cargo Space

As with any SUV comparison, you’re also going to want to check out the interior specs for each model. The 2021 Sorento can accommodate seven passengers across three rows, while the 2020 Ford Edge only offers two rows that are limited to five passengers. Not only does the Sorento allow for more people, but it also has room for more cargo. Compare the Kia Sorento vs. Ford Edge interior space in detail to learn more:

2021 Kia Sorento Dimensions

• 3-row seating
• 7-passenger capacity
• Maximum Cargo Volume (all seats folded): 75.5 cubic feet
• Cargo Volume to Row 2: 45 cubic feet
• Cargo Volume to Row 3: 12.6 cubic feet

2020 Ford Edge Dimensions

• 2-row seating
• 5-passenger capacity
• Maximum Cargo Volume (all seats folded): 73.4 cubic feet
• Cargo Volume to Row 2: 39.2 cubic feet

Compare Ford and Kia Safety Suites

When making an SUV comparison, you’ll definitely want to look into safety features. Here, both Ford and Kia are equipped to impress with their own respective safety suites: Ford Co-Pilot 360™ and Kia Drive Wise. Both systems provide a Rear View Camera, Forward Collision Avoidance-Assist, High Beam Assist, and Lane Keeping Assist. However, the baseline Kia Sorento model elevates some of these features, as well as providing some additional features that require an upgrade in the Ford Edge:

• Forward Collision Avoidance-Assist with Pedestrian Detection
• Driver Attention Warning with Leading Vehicle Departure Alert
• Lane Departure Warning
• Lane Following Assist
• Rear View Monitor with Dynamic Parking Guidance

Experience the 2021 Kia Sorento in Cary!

Have you determined whether you want to go with Ford or Kia for your next SUV upgrade? If you’d like to experience the superior interior space and safety features in the Sorento firsthand, contact Hendrick Kia of Cary to arrange a test drive at our dealership near Apex! Care to check out another mid-size SUV comparison before heading over? Take a look at our feature on the Sorento vs. Chevy Equinox.