Real price data
What should you pay for a 2021 Kia Sorento?
Original MSRP
$29,390
When new
Fair market price
$23,139
Mileage-adjusted
Below MSRP
$6,251
A fair used price
Where prices land
25th $20,012 · 75th $24,828 · MSRP $29,390
Spread of current 2021 Kia Sorento listings · 25th–75th percentile marked.
Fair price by trim
| Trim | Fair price | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| LX | $19,294 | $29,390 | — |
| EX Hybrid | $19,932 | — | — |
| S Hybrid | $21,499 | — | — |
| S | $22,111 | $31,890 | — |
| EX | $23,242 | $34,990 | — |
| SX | $24,114 | $39,790 | — |
| X-Line | $25,224 | $42,590 | — |
| SX Prestige | $25,531 | $40,590 | — |
- LX
- $19,294
- EX Hybrid
- $19,932
- S Hybrid
- $21,499
- S
- $22,111
- EX
- $23,242
- SX
- $24,114
- X-Line
- $25,224
- SX Prestige
- $25,531
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2021 Kia Sorento runs about $23,450 in MT to $25,699 in NJ — fair price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical dealer doc fee.
| State | Sales/use tax | Doc + title + reg | Out-the-door |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | $1,678 | $110+ | $24,927 |
| TX | $1,446 | $332 | $24,917 |
| FL | $1,388 | $1,074+ | $25,601 |
| NY | $926 | $371 | $24,436 |
| PA | $1,388 | $587 | $25,114 |
| IL | $1,446 | $683 | $25,268 |
| OH | $1,330 | $444 | $24,913 |
| GA | $1,620 | $637 | $25,396 |
| NC | $694 | $793 | $24,626 |
| WA | $1,504 | $215+ | $24,858 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $23,664 |
Estimates using each state's base tax rate. Local (city/county) taxes can add 1–3% in many areas, dealer doc fees vary, and some states base registration on vehicle value or weight (shown with a "+"). Trade-in tax credits are not included.
Out-the-door price by state: California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, Georgia, North Carolina, Washington, Oregon
Safety & recalls
4 open NHTSA recalls on record for the 2021 Kia Sorento.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Kia Motor America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021 Sorento and 2021-2022 K5 vehicles equipped with 2.5L turbocharged engines. Fuel may leak at the pipe connection between the high-pressure fuel pump and fuel rail.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten, or replace the fuel pipe as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 21, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC214.
Campaign 21V519000 · 08/07/2021
TRAILER HITCHES
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Sorento, 2021-2022 Sorento Hybrid (HEV), 2022-2023 Sorento Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV), and 2017-2022 Sportage vehicles equipped with a tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through a Kia dealership. Debris and moisture accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will inspect the vehicle, and, as necessary, replace the fuse and/or tow hitch harness module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC249.
Campaign 22V703000 · 19/09/2022
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Kia Motors, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Sorento and 2021-2023 K5 vehicles. The vehicle's "fail-safe" limited-mobility drive mode may be impaired, when prompted by a transmission oil pump malfunction, which can result in a complete loss of drive power.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the transmission, as necessary. Dealers will also update the transmission control unit software. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 9, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC250.
Campaign 22V760000 · 11/10/2022
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Sorento vehicles. The heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) blower motor wiring harness may be inadequate, which can result in a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the wiring harness and blower motor resistor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2026. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC351. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 9, 2025.
Campaign 25V649000 · 25/09/2025
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Frequently asked questions
What is a fair price for a 2021 Kia Sorento?
A fair, mileage-adjusted price is about $23,139, within a typical market range of $20,012 to $24,828.
Is the 2021 Kia Sorento cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $29,390, so a fair used price is roughly $6,251 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2021 Kia Sorento?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $23,450 in MT to $25,699 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 6/20/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.