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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 Winter tyres are GoodYear UltraGrip Performance SUV Gen-1 (rated 9.5/10) and Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P (rated 9.1/10). The Kia Sorento uses 9 tyre sizes across 8 generations. The GoodYear UltraGrip Performance SUV Gen-1 excels in Comfort while the Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P stands out in Wet performance. Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.

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

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

Best Winter tyres for Kia Sorento

Best tyres for Kia Sorento by category

Best for dry
Pirelli SCORPION WINTER
9.4/10
Best for wet
Dunlop Winter Sport 5 SUV
9.5/10
Best for comfort
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance SUV Gen-1
9.2/10
Best for noise
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance SUV Gen-1
9.2/10
Best for snow
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+
9.3/10
Best overall
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance SUV Gen-1
9.5/10

Tyre comparison for Kia Sorento

#TyreRatingWetDryNoiseComfortSegmentFit
1GoodYear UltraGrip Performance SUV Gen-19.59.08.69.29.2Premium122%
2Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P9.18.38.38.08.0Premium77%
3Dunlop Winter Sport 5 SUV9.19.59.16.97.1Premium144%
4Bridgestone Blizzak LM-0059.09.28.48.48.3Premium200%
5Continental WinterContact TS 850P SUV9.08.78.97.97.9Premium422%

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best Winter tyres for Kia Sorento?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated Winter tyres for Kia Sorento are: GoodYear UltraGrip Performance SUV Gen-1 (9.5/10), Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P (9.1/10), Dunlop Winter Sport 5 SUV (9.1/10). 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 GoodYear UltraGrip Performance SUV Gen-1 good for Kia Sorento?
Yes, the GoodYear UltraGrip Performance SUV Gen-1 is the top-rated tyre for Kia Sorento with a rating of 9.5/10. Its strongest discipline is comfort. It covers 122% 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.

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