Pros 6,000-pound towing capacity near the top of the class Comfortable and quiet highway ride Spacious cabin
Cons The front seats feel a bit stiff The engine can be sluggish to respond Less cargo space than some rivals
Pros Upscale, airy interior Many standard tech and safety features Pleasant driving dynamics
Cons Above-average starting price
Completely new for 2022, the Pathfinder sheds the frumpy design of the 2020 model in favor of a rugged and modern look. Expect to see the new Pathfinder in Nissan dealerships in summer 2021.
Pros Quiet cabin, impressive towing capacity, plentiful storage cubbies and bins.
Cons Lackluster handling, numb steering, loaded model costs more than Telluride but isn't quite as nice.
All-new plug-in hybrid model
Pros Impressive number of standard and optional features Lots of second- and third-row legroom for the class Sharp-looking and easy-to-use infotainment system
Cons Not as compact as the last-generation Sorento
A plug-in-hybrid model joins the Sorento lineup for the 2022 model year. Its powertrain combines a turbocharged four-cylinder and six-speed automatic transmission with an electric motor for a total system output of 261 horsepower. All-wheel drive is standard, and Kia claims the plug-in Sorento has a combined fuel-economy rating of 79 MPGe and an electric-only range of 32 miles. While we don't know how much the PHEV variant will cost, we know it'll be offered in two top-tier trims: SX and SX-P.
Pros Looks classy and rugged inside and out, lots of powertrain options, pleasant to drive, and comfy to ride in.
Cons Adults should avoid the third row, bigger touchscreen skips wireless smartphone mirroring, cargo space can be compromised.
