2025 Kia Sorento

Here’s a detailed breakdown of the 2025 Kia Sorento MQ4 PE MY25 HEV GT-Line 7-seat Wagon (5 doors) with 6-speed Sports-Auto, AWD hybrid (1.6?T engine + 44?kW electric motor, 626?kg) as available in Australia:

?? Model & Pricing
The GT-Line HEV AWD is a hybrid-only variant and represents one of the top-tier trims in Sorento’s MQ4 PE MY25 line-up, introduced in Australia on 1 July 2024

?? Powertrain & Efficiency
Engine: 1.6?L turbocharged petrol paired with a 44?kW electric motor, delivering a combined output of around 132?kW (265?Nm torque) via a 6-speed automatic (Sports-Matic) transmission

Drivetrain: All-Wheel Drive system standard.

Fuel economy: Claimed combined consumption of about 5.7?L/100?km, with an estimated CO2 figure ~129?g/km

?????? Dimensions & Tow Capacity
Body style: Seven-seater SUV with practical 3rd row.

Exterior dimensions:

Length ~4,810?mm, Width ~1,900?mm, Height ~1,700?mm, Wheelbase ~2,815?mm

Ground clearance: ~176?mm.

Weights & towing: Towing capacity up to 1,650?kg (braked) and 750?kg (unbraked); unladen weight is around 1,948?kg
??? Safety & Warranty
ANCAP 5-star safety rating, equipped with standard safety systems including autonomous emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, adaptive cruise, and multiple airbags .

Warranty: Industry-leading 7 years/unlimited-km along with capped-price servicing every 12?months or 10,000?km

?? Features & Interior Comfort
Infotainment: Dual curved 12.3? screens (instrument cluster and touchscreen), plus colour head-up display standard on GT-Line
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Seating & trim: Premium GT-Line interior including ventilated and heated front seats, third-row access via powered second-row tilt; panoramic sunroof, Bose sound system, digital rear-view mirror, and multiple USB/charging ports

?? Summary Table
Feature Specification
Model & Trim MQ4 PE MY25 GT-Line HEV AWD
Engine + Motor 1.6?L T-GDi + 44?kW electric motor
Combined Power / Torque ~132?kW / 265?Nm
Transmission / Drive 6-speed auto (Sports-Matic), AWD
Fuel Economy ~5.7?L/100?km / CO2 ~129?g/km
Seats 7
Dimensions (L×W×H / WB) ~4,810 × 1,900 × 1,700?mm / 2,815?mm
Ground Clearance ~176?mm
Towing Capacity 1,650?kg (braked) / 750?kg (unbraked)
Warranty & Service 7?yr unlimited km, Service every 10,000?km

? Key Takeaways
The Sorento HEV GT-Line AWD elevates family SUV expectations: a spacious seven-seater offering premium tech, strong fuel efficiency, and AWD capability.

Ideal for those wanting third-row capacity without the fuel penalty of a V6 or diesel—yet still enjoying confident on- and off-road traction and luxury-level features..

A Courier-Mail review praised its family-friendly third row and thoughtful interior layout—especially high-mounted rear cupholders and adult-fit third-row seating