600 Serramonte Blvd Colma, CA 94014
The Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid delivers electric driving for regularly charged trips with hybrid operation available for longer travel. For San Mateo, compare it around US-101 commuting, child-seat access, second-row comfort, Hillsdale errands, and Highway 92 trips. Plan north from Downtown San Mateo or Hillsdale, comparing US-101 with SR-92 and I-280 using live traffic.
Trim pricing and feature details are subject to change. Confirm current specifications and availability with Serramonte Kia.
The Sorento PHEV is a three-row option for households that can charge routinely and want short electric trips without giving up gasoline for longer travel. US-101 commuting, Highway 92 trips, Hillsdale or Bridgepointe errands, and family schedules favor a balanced vehicle with comfortable seating and flexible cargo room.
The Sorento PHEV is EPA-rated for 31 miles of electric range before operating as a hybrid. Actual EV distance varies with speed, weather, climate use, and load. Mixed 101 traffic and local errands make combined efficiency more meaningful than city or highway figures viewed alone.
Review passenger comfort, cargo access, and daily usability.
Standard 2nd-row bench seats and 50/50 split-folding 3rd-row seats offer flexible cargo space, while available 2nd-row captain chairs add a touch of luxury. Plus, 9 strategically placed airbags across all 3 rows, including rear side impact airbags so you can travel with greater peace of mind.
Take comfort with you wherever you roam with available premium headliner and leather-trimmed seats. Plus, standard heated front seats and available ventilated front seats, heated 2nd-row seats, and heated steering wheel can keep you comfortable in a range of weather conditions.
Pack more with up to 75.5 cu. ft. of cargo room with the 2nd and 3rd rows folded flat. Plus, get hands-free access to the cargo area with the standard Smart Power Liftgate w/ Auto Close, designed to open automatically by sensing your key and close automatically when the smart key fob is no longer detected near the vehicle.
The available panoramic sunroof provides an expansive view of the sky for a more airy and enjoyable driving experience.
Review exterior access, proportions, lighting, and parking visibility.
The available Dual Panoramic Display w/ Navigation offers approximately 24 in. of total combined display for convenience and connectivity with access to standard Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Wireless Android Auto™.
Available 360° Surround View Monitor can help you take the guesswork out of parking and low-speed maneuvering by providing an aerial view of your surroundings.
Available Blind-Spot View Monitor is designed to display a live video feed of your rear blind spots in your digital dashboard gauge cluster.
The available Full Display Digital Rearview Mirror helps provide a view of the road behind you, even if the vehicle is full of passengers or large objects.
The available 12-speaker audio system immerses you in exceptional Bose® surround sound, pumping up the volume on any outing.
A closer look at the new 2026 Sorento Plug-In Hybrid - the one waiting up I-280 at Serramonte Kia in Colma, north of San Mateo.
San Mateo comparisons should emphasize second-row comfort, usable cargo with passengers aboard, mixed US-101 efficiency, and confidence on Highway 92. For the Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid, focus on the Sorento Hybrid and gas Sorento.
It offers three rows with six- or seven-passenger configurations by trim. Battery packaging makes an in-person cargo and third-row check important. Rear-seat comfort, child-seat access, and room for Hillsdale shopping or weekend gear are more useful tests than maximum cargo volume with every seat folded.
The Sorento PHEV is EPA-rated for 31 miles of electric range before operating as a hybrid. Actual EV distance varies with speed, weather, climate use, and load. Mixed 101 traffic and local errands make combined efficiency more meaningful than city or highway figures viewed alone.
AWD is standard on the Sorento PHEV, along with Terrain Mode. That simplifies the drivetrain choice but contributes to its higher starting price. AWD can be worthwhile for wet Highway 92 and coast trips, while FWD may be the better value for mostly dry Peninsula commuting.
| Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid | Toyota RAV4 Plug-In Hybrid | Honda CR-V | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seating | up to 7 | 5 | 5 |
| Powertrains | Plug-In Hybrid | Plug-In Hybrid | Gas · Hybrid |
| Hybrid MPG (EPA-est. combined) | up to ~33 | up to ~38 | up to ~40 |
| Starting MSRP (approx.) | from ~$48,000 | from ~$43,000 | from ~$31,000 |
| Known for | 3-row space plus ~31-mi EPA-est. electric range & warranty | Longest EPA-est. electric range (~50 mi) & efficiency | Rear-seat & cargo space (no plug-in offered) |
| Powertrain warranty | 10-yr / 100,000-mi | 5-yr / 60,000-mi | 5-yr / 60,000-mi |
| Seltos | Sportage | Sorento | Telluride | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting MSRP (approx.) | ~$24,000 | ~$29,000 | ~$32,000 | ~$39,000 |
| Seating | 5 | 5 | up to 7 | up to 8 |
| Powertrains | Gas | Gas · Hybrid · PHEV | Gas · Hybrid · PHEV | Turbo Gas · Hybrid |
| Best for | Compact & value | Compact do-it-all | Midsize 3-row value | Largest 3-row family |
Serramonte Kia is at 600 Serramonte Blvd in Colma, north of San Mateo. For Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid shoppers, downtown and Hillsdale starting points can produce different US-101, SR-92, or I-280 routes. Use live navigation instead of a fixed travel-time claim.
Third Avenue is one of San Mateo's major east-west connections. From downtown, compare US-101 north with a route toward I-280 based on current traffic.
Hillsdale Boulevard is another major east-west connection and meets US-101; SR-92 also links toward I-280. Check current conditions before heading north.
Enter 600 Serramonte Blvd, Colma, CA 94014 in your navigation app for the current route from San Mateo.
Call (650) 992-8200 before leaving to confirm current Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid inventory, incoming units, and the trim or drivetrain you want to see.
The Sorento PHEV is a three-row option for households that can charge routinely and want short electric trips without giving up gasoline for longer travel. US-101 commuting, Highway 92 trips, Hillsdale or Bridgepointe errands, and family schedules favor a balanced vehicle with comfortable seating and flexible cargo room.
The 2026 Sorento Plug-In Hybrid starts at $48,290 for the EX AWD and $53,490 for the X-Line SX Prestige AWD before destination, taxes, options, and retailer charges.
The Sorento PHEV is EPA-rated for 31 miles of electric range before operating as a hybrid. Actual EV distance varies with speed, weather, climate use, and load. Mixed 101 traffic and local errands make combined efficiency more meaningful than city or highway figures viewed alone.
It offers three rows with six- or seven-passenger configurations by trim. Battery packaging makes an in-person cargo and third-row check important. Rear-seat comfort, child-seat access, and room for Hillsdale shopping or weekend gear are more useful tests than maximum cargo volume with every seat folded.
The PHEV works best when charged often, the regular Hybrid is simpler without home charging, and the gas Sorento offers a lower entry price. San Mateo families should compare second-row comfort, 101 efficiency, Highway 92 confidence, and usable cargo space with the seats they normally keep raised.
Kia new vehicles include a 5-year/60,000-mile limited warranty and a 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty for eligible original owners, subject to warranty terms and exclusions. Serramonte Kia in Colma can handle scheduled maintenance and warranty diagnosis for San Mateo owners.
The Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid offers electric driving for regularly charged trips with hybrid operation available for longer travel. Bring the child seat and normal passengers, then test second-row access, usable cargo, and highway assistance. Bring the normal passengers and luggage so third-row and cargo tradeoffs are tested with required seats raised.
Check PHEV Availability for San MateoSources: Vehicle pricing, trims, features, and specifications are from Kia’s official website ( kia.com ), captured October 6, 2026. Vehicle images © Kia America. Dealer offers, lease terms, VINs, and inventory are from Serramonte Kia and change monthly — confirm current pricing and availability with the dealer at (650) 992-8200.
Last updated: October 6, 2026
