Does the 2026 Kia Sorento need premium gas?
No. Regular.
$0extra a year
- Regular listed for the LX FWD.
- All 16 trims list regular.
- Premium by choice: $277 more a year.
- 52% of 138 SUVs (2026) list premium.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Premium $0.60 more. Electric miles 50%.
| Trim | Engine | Grade | Mpg | Regular, a year | Premium, a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX FWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Regular | 26 | $1,477 | $1,754 |
| S FWD | 2.5L | Regular | 26 | $1,477 | $1,754 |
| S AWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Regular | 25 | $1,536 | $1,824 |
| EX FWD | 2.5L | Regular | 23 | $1,670 | $1,983 |
| Hybrid EX FWD | 1.6L | Regular | 37 | $1,038 | $1,232 |
| EX AWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Regular | 23 | $1,670 | $1,983 |
| Hybrid EX AWD | 1.6L 4cyl | Regular | 34 | $1,129 | $1,341 |
| SX FWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Regular | 23 | $1,670 | $1,983 |
| X-Line EX AWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Regular | 23 | $1,670 | $1,983 |
| X-Line SX AWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Regular | 23 | $1,670 | $1,983 |
| X-Line SX Prestige AWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Regular | 23 | $1,670 | $1,983 |
| Hybrid X-Line SX Prestige AWD | 1.6L | Regular | 34 | $1,129 | $1,341 |
| Hybrid X-Line SX-Prestige AWD | 1.6L 4cyl | Regular | 34 | $1,129 | $1,341 |
| X-Pro SX Prestige AWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Regular | 23 | $1,670 | $1,983 |
| Plug-in Hybrid EX AWD | 1.6L 4cyl | Regular | 33 | $582 | $691 |
| Plug-in Hybrid X-Line SX-Prestige AWD | 1.6L 4cyl | Regular | 33 | $582 | $691 |
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Kia Sorento | LX FWD | Regular |
| 2026 Kia Sportage | LX FWD | Regular |
| 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe | SE FWD | Regular |
| 2026 Kia Seltos | LX FWD | Regular |
| 2026 Hyundai Tucson | SE FWD | Regular |
| 2026 Toyota Highlander | XLE AWD | Regular |
What this cannot tell you
Check the fuel door or manual before you fill.
Gas prices and the premium gap change by state.
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