Which Kia is Best for Towing?

If you’re looking for a comfortable SUV that delivers the towing power of a pickup, your list should include the Kia Telluride, Kia Sorento, and Kia Sportage. See how these Kia models stack up regarding towing capacity in our comprehensive guide.

Top Kia Models for Towing

Kia Telluride

The 2024 Telluride can tow up to 5,500 lbs if you select the SX X-Pro trim or SX Prestige X-Pro trim. The other eight trim levels top out at a still-impressive 5,000-lb towing capacity. In addition, the EX X-Line, SX X-Line, SX X-Pro, SX Prestige X-Line, and SX Prestige X-Pro trims all come with Kia Tow Mode, designed to optimize the vehicle’s towing performance.

This midsize, eight-passenger SUV is powered by a 291-horsepower V6 that provides 262 lb-ft of torque. The Telluride also has an eight-speed automatic transmission and standard front-wheel drive, with all-wheel drive available as an upgrade. If you plan to hit the trails in your Telluride, you’ll appreciate the 8.4 inches of ground clearance. Upgraded self-leveling rear air suspension is also available for this rugged yet refined SUV.

Kia Sorento

Slightly smaller than the Telluride, the seven-passenger Sorento can tow up to 3,500 lbs if you choose one of the top four trims or up to 2,000 pounds for the three base models. These trims have a four-cylinder engine that delivers 191 hp and 181 lb-ft of torque, while the top four trims include a turbo-four upgrade that provides 281 hp and 311 lb-ft of torque.

The 191-hp engine has an eight-speed automatic, while the turbo-four is paired with an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission. The LX, X, EX, and SX trims of the Sorento have standard front-wheel drive. We recommend the X-Line trims, which come with all-wheel drive equipped with center-locking differential and torque vectoring.

Kia Sportage

Even though it’s a compact crossover, the Sportage offers plenty of towing power for its size. If you upgrade this SUV with a trailer brake controller, you can tow up to 2,500 lbs. That’s enough to accommodate a boat or even a small camper. The 2024 Sportage is powered by an 187-hp four-cylinder engine that gets 178 lb-ft of torque. You can stick with standard front-wheel drive or upgrade to all-wheel drive to prepare for wet weather and rough roads.

The Sportage is one of the largest small SUVs in its class, with expansive passenger space and 40 cubic feet of cargo room. It’s also valuable since it has many standard infotainment, comfort, and safety features.

Consider one of these outstanding Kia SUVs to deliver the towing power you need for work, travel, and recreation. Test drive any model today when you visit DARCARS Kia of Temple Hills.

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