Ford Edge vs. Kia Sorento

Compare repair costs, reliability, and owner reviews

Ford Edge

$611
Average Annual
Repair Cost

Kia Sorento

$533
Average Annual
Repair Cost

Overall Reliability Rating

3
1
2
Above Average
The Ford Edge Reliability Rating is 3.5 out of 5.0, which ranks it 11th out of 26 for midsize SUVs. The average annual repair cost is $611 which means it has average ownership costs. The frequency and severity of repairs are both fairly average when compared with all other vehicles.
4
Excellent
The Kia Sorento Reliability Rating is 4.0 out of 5.0, which ranks it 12th out of 26 for compact SUVs. The average annual repair cost is $533 which means it has lower than average ownership costs. Repairs are less severe and less frequent than the average car, so the Sorento is one of the more reliable vehicles on the road.
Cost
Average annual repairs total
$611
inexpensive
expensive
$533
inexpensive
expensive
Frequency
Average annual repair shop visits
0.33
not often
very often
0.29
not often
very often
Severity
Percentage of annual repairs that are urgent
13%
not urgent
urgent
11%
not urgent
urgent

Overall Car Ratings & Details

5 (5)
4 (10)
3 (5)
2 (4)
1 (1)
The Ford Edge ranks highest in safety and ranks lowest in value.
“Excellent vehicle. Very comfortable. No problems.”
“Excellent vehicle. Very comfortable. No problems.”
5 (2)
4 (37)
3 (31)
2 (23)
1 (11)
The Kia Sorento ranks highest in interior and ranks lowest in safety.
“Great car. Bought it for the Mrs. She loves it. Never breaks down. Minor issues, but not enough to change my ratings.”
“Great car. Bought it for the Mrs. She loves it. Never breaks down. Minor issues, but not...”

Vehicle Comparison Rundown

The Kia Sorento and the Ford Edge are two mid-size SUVs. Both the Sorento and Edge come with front-wheel drive or optional all-wheel drive. While the Sorento is a three-row SUV that can seat seven, the Edge is a two-row SUV for five people max.

In the horsepower department, the Kia Sorento is overpowered by the Ford Edge. The Sorento’s standard 185 horsepower engine comes up short, compared to the Edge’s standard 245 horsepower. For optional power, the Sorento offers an upgrade to 290 horsepower, but the Edge comfortably exceeds it with a maximum of 315 horsepower.

Comparing cargo space these two come out very close to each other. The Sorento has 73 cubic feet of cargo space when the second and third rows are folded. The Edge gives you 73.4 cubic feet behind the front row.

The choice between the Kia Sorento and the Ford Edge depends on where you stand on seating vs. power. If you need seating for up to seven people, then the Sorento is the logical choice. But if you’re more motivated by the engine power at your command, the Edge will deliver the performance you’re looking for.