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2022 Kia Sorento

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2022 Sorento.

Transmission Automatic (AM-S8)

The 2022 Kia Sorento is a mid-size SUV powered by a standard automatic transmission (AM-S8) requiring 5.07 quarts of 0W-20 API SN viscosity oil, delivering EPA fuel economy ratings of 22 city/27 highway/24 combined mpg. In terms of reliability, the 2022 model year represents a dramatically improved iteration within the Sorento's complaint history spanning 2003 to the present, with only 181 owner complaints recorded against the model's peak of 1,516 in 2011—though the top complaint area centered on the powertrain, and six recalls were issued for this model year.

Model year202620252024202320222021202020192018

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity5.07 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type0W-20 API SNOEM · verified
Lug nut torque79.0-94.0 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy22/27/24 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI AGM VRLA Battery: 48 · 760 CCA battery. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI AGM VRLA Battery: 48 · 760 CCAOEM · verified
Tail / brake / turnTAILOEM · verified
Tire size235/60R18 103HOEM · verified
Wheel / rim7.5 inOEM · verified

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (AM-S8)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length189 in
Overall width74.8 in
Overall height66.9 in
Wheelbase110.6 in
Curb weight3825 lb
Track (front / rear)65 / 65.4 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)55/45

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined22 / 27 / 24 mpg
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Sorento of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

6.0–7.6 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 6.00 sec — 2022 SX
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2022SX 2.5L Turbo I-46.00 sec14.60 sec281 hpAWD
2022Hybrid EX 1.6L Turbo I-4 + Elec7.30 sec15.50 sec227 hpFWD
2022Eco Plug-In Hybrid SX Prestige 1.6L Turbo I-4 + Elec 11.8-kWh7.40 sec15.60 sec261 hpAWD
2022Eco Plug-In Hybrid SX Prestige 1.6L Turbo I-4 + Elec 11.8-kWh7.60 sec15.80 sec261 hpAWD
2021SX Prestige X-Line 2.5L Turbo I-46.30 sec14.80 sec281 hpAWD
2021SX Prestige X-Line 2.5L Turbo I-46.30 sec14.80 sec281 hpAWD
2021SX 2.5L Turbo I-46.40 sec14.80 sec281 hpAWD
2021Hybrid EX 1.6L Turbo I-4 + Elec 1.5-kWh7.20 sec15.60 sec227 hpFWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 5.07 qt of 0W-20 API SN engine oil, 75W-85 in the differential, DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 79.0-94.0 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 25.3-32.5 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity6.34 qt
Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity6.34 qt
Brake FluidDOT 4
Brake Fluid Capacity7.87-9.22 oz.
Differential Gear Oil75W-85
Differential Gear Oil Capacity0.56-0.67 Qts.

Engine torques

Cylinder Head InstructionsMS721
Engine Flywheel Bolts53.0-56.0 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug25.3-32.5 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug25.3-32.5 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs14.0-17.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts79.0-94.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Spark Plug TypeSILZKR8J8GS
Spark Plug Gap0.027-0.031" in
Spark Plug Torque10.9-18.0 ft-lbs
Spark Plug TypeSILZKR8J8GS
Spark Plug Gap0.027-0.031" in

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR1234yf
Oil GroupPOE
Oil TypeZE-GLES RB100EV
RefrigerantR1234yf
Oil GroupPOE
Oil TypeZE-GLES RB100EV
Standard BCI Group NumberAGM VRLA Battery: 48
Standard BCI Cranking Performance760 cca

Service checks

Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum)70.0-75.0 psi

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier Torque27.0-30.0 ft-lbs
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt Torque72.0-87.0 ft-lbs
ABS Sensor Torque6.6
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.043; Rear: 0.039; Rear: 0.07
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.043; Rear: 0.039; Rear: 0.07
Solid Rotor Minimum Thickness for ReplacementFront: 1.102; Rear: 0.354
Variation from Parallelism Thickness Variation0.0002"
Maximum Rotor RunoutFront: 0.0016; Rear: 0.0019

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages
142.0-45.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 100-104°, Step 3: 100-104°42–45 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the spark plugs every 48,000 mi; coolant every 32,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 32,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

At 8,000 miAir Intake System (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (inspect) · Intercooler (inspect)
Every 8,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Air Conditioning System (inspect) · Battery (inspect) · Brake Line (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect)
Every 16,000 miAir Intake System (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Driveshaft (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level)
At 32,000 miEngine Coolant System (inspect fluid level)
Every 32,000 miHybrid Inverter (drain, flush & refill coolant) · Transmission Assembly (inspect fluid level)
Every 40,000 miDifferential (inspect fluid level) · Transfer Case Assembly (inspect fluid level)
At 48,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect)
Every 48,000 miBrake Hydraulic System (drain, refill & bleed) · Spark Plugs (replace)
Every 64,000 miDrive Belt (replace)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2022 Kia Sorento sits in a post-peak period after the high-volume 2011–2017 model years, which logged hundreds to thousands of complaints and multiple recalls annually; compared with the immediately preceding recorded year, 2020 (130 complaints, 1 recall), the 2022 model shows a higher complaint count at 181 and a sharp recall jump to six, while 2023 and 2024 trend downward to 106/3 and 36/2 respectively. That places 2022 near a local high point for recent recalls, despite zero federal investigations and a relatively modest complaint volume versus the prior generation. The leading 2022 complaint categories—Power Train (27), Unknown or Other (20), Engine (18), and a combined Power Train/Engine category (8)—point to drivetrain concerns as the dominant owner-reported issue, with four crash-related complaints and one fire complaint also on file; the data does not specify root causes. Because its recall count is the highest among the surrounding 2020–2024 window and its complaints exceed both 2020 and 2023, a used 2022 Sorento is not the strongest recent-year choice on paper. If you do buy one, confirm every open recall has been performed and have the powertrain and engine inspected, or lean toward a 2020 or 2023 example for a lower federal-action profile.

6
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
85
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
181
Owner complaints
4 involved a crash · 1 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★
Frontal★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 181 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Power Train27
Unknown Or Other20
Engine18
Power Train,Engine8
Visibility/Wiper7
Visibility6
Service Brakes5
Trailer Hitches5

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 6 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

22V202000Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline:Turbo/SuperchargerReported 29/03/2022

Kia Motor America (Kia) is recalling certain 2022 Sorento vehicles. The oil supply pipe to the turbocharger may crack, which could result in an oil leak in the engine compartment. Remedy: Dealers will replace the turbocharger oil supply pipe, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at…

22V509000Tires:Temporary/Emergency Spare TireReported 19/07/2022

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2022 Sorento and Telluride vehicles. The vehicles may be equipped with an incorrect spare tire which, when installed, can impair the anti-lock braking system (ABS) and the… Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the spare tire, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 27, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 85 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
CS2312_TSB_R22026-06-08StructureTECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: CUSTOMER SATISFACTION: THEFT DETERRENT IGNITION CYLINDER…
TSB_ELE4222026-05-27Electrical SystemTECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM SOFTWARE UPDATE USING UPDATE.KIA.COM…
TSB_CHA126_R22026-05-06Service BrakesTECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: FRONT BRAKE DISC REPLACEMENT & BURNISHING - This bulletin has…
TSB_ELE4172026-04-14Electrical SystemTECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: INFOTAINMENT SOFTWARE UPDATE PROCEDURE - This bulletin…
WTY042_OWNR2026-03-26Electrical SystemWARRANTY EXTENSION CAMPAIGN: OWNER NOTIFICATION (WTY042) - This document is the owner…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2022 Sorento take?

5.07 qt of API SN+/SP or ILSAC GF-6 0W-20, per the factory manual.

Does the 2022 Sorento have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 6 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Sorento get?

EPA figures are 22 city / 27 highway / 24 combined mpg.