2022 Kia Sorento Safety Ratings

When you’re shopping for a new SUV, it’s essential to choose a vehicle that is built with your safety in mind. That’s where the Kia Sorento comes in. With a suite of standard safety features and near-perfect ratings from the IIHS and NHTSA, you can’t go wrong with this mid-size SUV as your next family vehicle. Check out the Kia Sorento safety ratings below and contact us if you have any questions!

Kia Sorento Safety Rating – IIHS

The IIHS (International Institute for Highway Safety) gave the 2022 Kia Sorento a top score in every category of crashworthiness. The Sorento also received excellent ratings for the optional and standard crash avoidance and mitigation systems. Here are the details:

Crashworthiness:

• Small overlap front: driver-side – Good
• Small overlap front: passenger-side – Good
• Moderate overlap front – Good
• Side – Good
• Roof strength – Good
• Head restraints & seats – Good

Crash avoidance and mitigation:

• Headlights – Good/Poor (depending on trim)
• Front crash prevention: vehicle-to-vehicle – Superior/Superior (Standard/Optional)
• Front crash prevention: vehicle-to-pedestrian – Superior/Advanced (Optional/Standard)

Kia Sorento Safety Rating – NHTSA

The Kia Sorento also received high marks from the NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration). Take a look at how the Kia Sorento scored below:

• Overall – 4/5
• Frontal crash – 4/5
• Side crash – 5/5
• Rollover – 4/5

Kia Sorento Safety Rating – Safety Features

Whether you’re making a quick trip to Lexington or setting off on a cross-country adventure, you can drive confidently in a Kia Sorento knowing you and your passengers are protected with the following safety features:

• Dual Front Advanced Airbags
• Dual Front Side Airbags
• Dual Rear Side Airbags
• Full-Length Side Curtain Airbags
• Driver’s Knee Airbag
• Front Seat-Belt Pretensioners
• Anti-Lock Braking System, 4-Wheel Disc Brakes
• Electronic Stability Control
• Traction Control System
• Hill Start Assist Control
• Tire-Pressure Monitoring System
• Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children
• Rear Child-Safety Door Locks

2022 Kia Sorento Safety Rating – Driver Assist Technology

What’s more? The Kia Sorento also comes with Kia Drive Wise Driver Assist Technology, a set of cutting-edge technology features designed to keep you safe and aware on the roads of Shelby:

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

Questions About the Kia Sorento Safety Ratings?

Whether you have questions about the Kia Sorento safety ratings or are ready to experience this SUV for yourself, Spitzer Kia Mansfield is here to help. Contact us anytime! We’re just a short drive from Ashland. In the meantime, feel free to learn more about the Kia lineup.