2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid vs. 2025 Mazda CX-70 PHEV Review

Picture of the 2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid

2025 Kia
Sorento Hybrid

MSRP*: $38,690 to $46,890
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Picture of the 2025 Mazda CX-70 PHEV

2025 Mazda
CX-70 PHEV

MSRP*: $54,400 to $57,450
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MPG - City 34 - 36 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 34 - 36 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 6 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 75.5 ft3 Info not available
Engine
  • 227-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 323-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 227 hp 323 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 189.6 in 200.8 in
Exterior Width 74.8 in 77.6 in
Leg Room Front 41.4 in
Rear 40.7 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 39.4 in
Head Room Front 40.3 in
Rear 39.1 in
Front 39.6 in
Rear 38.4 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Kia Sorento Hybrid than in the Mazda CX-70 PHEV. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Kia Sorento Hybrid and the Mazda CX-70 PHEV.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Clearly, the Kia Sorento Hybrid is a better financial choice over the Mazda CX-70 PHEV, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Kia Sorento Hybrid is much slimmer than the Mazda CX-70 PHEV, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Kia Sorento Hybrid, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Mazda CX-70 PHEV.

Handling
The Kia Sorento Hybrid has the same turning radius as the Mazda CX-70 PHEV, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Kia Sorento Hybrid has a lot less horsepower than the Mazda CX-70 PHEV.

Powertrain
The Kia Sorento Hybrid has much lower torque than the Mazda CX-70 PHEV, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
The Kia Sorento Hybrid offers greater seating capacity than the Mazda CX-70 PHEV, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around.