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Kia Sorento generations and tyre sizes

Sorento JC

JC

2002 – 2006
Petrol, Diesel102–143 kW (139–194 PS)Manual / Automatic
225/75 R16245/70 R16245/65 R17255/55 R18
Sorento JC (1. Facelift)

JC (1. Facelift)

2006 – 2009
Diesel, LPG, Petrol125–182 kW (170–247 PS)Manual / Automatic
245/70 R16245/65 R17
Sorento

XM

2009 – 2012
Petrol, Diesel129–145 kW (175–197 PS)Manual / Automatic
225/75 R16245/70 R16235/65 R17245/65 R17235/60 R18255/55 R18235/55 R19
Sorento XM (1. Facelift)

XM (1. Facelift)

2012 – 2015
Petrol, Diesel141–145 kW (192–197 PS)Manual / Automatic
235/65 R17235/60 R18235/55 R19255/50 R19255/45 R20
Sorento UM

UM

2015 – 2017
Diesel147 kW (200 PS)Manual / Automatic
235/65 R17235/60 R18235/55 R19255/50 R19255/45 R20
Sorento UM (1. Facelift)

UM (1. Facelift)

2017 – 2020
Petrol, Diesel138–147 kW (188–200 PS)Automatic / Manual
235/65 R17235/60 R18235/55 R19255/50 R19255/45 R20
Sorento Sorento MQ4

Sorento MQ4

2020 – 2024
Diesel, Hybrid142–195 kW (193–265 PS)Automatic
235/65 R17235/60 R18235/55 R19255/50 R19255/45 R20
Sorento Sorento MQ4 (1. Facelift)

Sorento MQ4 (1. Facelift)

2024 – Now
Diesel, Hybrid142–185 kW (193–252 PS)Automatic
235/60 R18235/55 R19255/45 R20

For the Kia Sorento in 2026, the top-rated tyres are Dunlop Blue Response TG (rated 9.8/10) and GoodYear UltraGrip Performance SUV Gen-1 (rated 9.5/10). The Kia Sorento uses 9 tyre sizes across 8 generations. Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.

Source: aggregated data from ADAC, TCS, Auto Bild, GTÜ and other independent tyre testing organizations.

tyres for Kia Sorento - market overview, tests, reviews 2026

Matching tyres for Kia Sorento

Frequently asked questions

What are the best tyres for Kia Sorento?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated tyres for Kia Sorento are: Dunlop Blue Response TG (9.8/10), GoodYear UltraGrip Performance SUV Gen-1 (9.5/10), Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 (9.4/10). Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.
What tyre sizes fit Kia Sorento?
The Kia Sorento uses the following tyre sizes: 225/75 R16, 245/70 R16, 245/65 R17, 255/55 R18, 235/65 R17, 235/60 R18, 235/55 R19, 255/50 R19, 255/45 R20.
How many generations does the Kia Sorento have?
The Kia Sorento has 8 generations, from 2002 to 2024.
What is the best tyre for wet roads for Kia Sorento?
For wet road performance on Kia Sorento, the top-rated tyres are Dunlop Winter Sport 5 SUV (9.5/10) And Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (9.2/10).
Are Dunlop Blue Response TG good for Kia Sorento?
Yes, the Dunlop Blue Response TG is the top-rated tyre for Kia Sorento with a rating of 9.8/10. It covers 77% of Kia Sorento tyre sizes.
How to choose tyres for Kia Sorento?
To choose the right tyres for Kia Sorento: 1) Check which tyre sizes fit your generation. 2) Choose between summer, winter, or all-season tyres. 3) Compare test ratings from independent organizations. 4) Consider your driving priorities (wet safety, comfort, mileage). 5) Decide between premium and budget segments based on your budget.
What is the difference between summer and winter tyres for Kia Sorento?
Summer tyres are optimized for warm temperatures (above 7 degrees C) with better dry and wet grip. Winter tyres use softer compounds and deeper treads for cold conditions, snow and ice. All-season tyres offer a compromise but do not match specialists in extreme conditions. Choose based on your climate and driving needs.

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