2025 Toyota Crown Signia vs 2026 Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid

$44,090 · Crossover

$48,290 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The primary numerical divergence between the 2025 Toyota Crown Signia and the 2026 Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid is the $4,200 MSRP differential, with the Toyota starting at $44,090 versus the Kia's $48,290. Fuel economy also separates them distinctly: the Signia achieves a 38 MPG combined rating, significantly outpacing the Sorento PHEV's 33 MPG combined efficiency. Conversely, the Sorento PHEV boasts 261 hp compared to the Signia's 240 hp, offering a 21 hp advantage, though this power comes at the expense of cargo space, as the Kia only offers 12.6 cu ft versus the Toyota's 25.8 cu ft. While both employ AWD and run on regular unleaded fuel, the Crown Signia is dimensionally longer at 194.1 inches, whereas the Sorento is taller at 66.9 inches, reflecting different design priorities in this crossover segment.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Toyota Crown Signia

The Crown Signia wins for commuters due to its superior combined fuel economy rating of 38 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Toyota Crown Signia

With 25.8 cu ft of cargo capacity, the Crown Signia offers nearly double the utility compared to the Sorento PHEV's 12.6 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2026 Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid

The Sorento Plug-In Hybrid is the performance choice, generating 261 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque versus the Signia's 240 hp.

💰 Best Value

2025 Toyota Crown Signia

The Crown Signia provides higher fuel efficiency and substantially greater cargo volume for $4,200 less in starting MSRP.

Choose the Toyota Crown Signia if...

Maximum fuel economy (38 combined MPG) is the highest priority over plug-in capability.
You require significant usable cargo space, offering 25.8 cu ft.
Sticking to a lower initial purchase price under $45,000 is necessary.

Choose the Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid if...

You prioritize maximizing horsepower and torque figures (261 hp and 258 lb-ft).
Daily driving can be accomplished primarily using the 30 miles of electric range.
A taller overall stance (66.9 inches) and a shiftable automatic transmission are preferred.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Toyota Crown Signia	Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid
Length	194.1"	189.6"
Width	74.0"	74.8"
Height	64.0"	66.9"
Wheelbase	112.2"	110.8"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Toyota	Kia
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Solid Disc Brakes	✓	—
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	—	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	—	✓
Third Row Head Airbags	—	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	—	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	—	✓
Front Fog Lights	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Toyota	Kia
Base Engine Displacement	2.5 L	1.6 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	hybrid	plug-in hybrid
Horsepower	240 hp	261 hp
Number of Valves	16	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓
Torque	—	258 lb-ft

Drive Train

Feature	Toyota	Kia
Transmission Type	continuously variable-speed automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	all wheel drive
Center Differential Type	—	Limited Slip
Hill Descent Control	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	Toyota	Kia
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	39/37 MPG	33/34 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	38 MPG	33 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	565.5/536.5 mi.	409.2/421.6 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	14.5 gal.	12.4 gal.
EPA Efficiency (City/Highway MPGe)	—	77/71 MPGe
EPA Efficiency (Combined MPGe)	—	74 MPGe
EPA Electric Driving Range	—	30 mi.
EPA Energy Consumption (kWh/100 mi)	—	45
Charging Time (240V)	—	3.4 hr.
DC Fast Charging Port Type	—	SAE J1772

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Toyota	Kia
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	—
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Heated Steering Wheel	✓	—
Dual Zone Climate Control	✓	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	✓	✓
Interior Air Filtration	✓	—
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	—	✓
Front Parking Sensors	—	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	—	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	—	✓
Manual Rear Seat Easy Entry	—	✓
Extended Cabin Heating/Cooling	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Toyota	Kia
Infotainment Display	12.3 in	12.3 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Speaker System	6	6
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	3 months

Power Feature

Feature	Toyota	Kia
One-Touch Power Windows	4	1
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Toyota	Kia
Front Head Room	39.1 in.	40.3 in.
Front Leg Room	42.1 in.	41.4 in.
Front Shoulder Room	57.0 in.	59.1 in.
Front Hip Room	54.7 in.	55.6 in.
Seat Material: Leather	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	2	—
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Driver Seat Ventilation	✓	—
Passenger Seat Ventilation	✓	—
Seat Material: Leatherette	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Toyota	Kia
Rear Head Room	38.9 in.	39.1 in.
Rear Leg Room	37.1 in.	40.3 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	55.0 in.	58.1 in.
Rear Hip Room	47.7 in.	55.1 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level)	✓	—
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Toyota	Kia
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	Painted Alloy
Wheel Diameter	19 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	225/55R19	235/55R19
Wheel Size	—	19 x 7.5 in
Spare Tire Type	—	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	—	Inside Mounted

Suspension

Feature	Toyota	Kia
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	Toyota	Kia
Basic Warranty	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	10 yr./ 100000 mi.
Hybrid Component Warranty	8 yr./ 100000 mi.	10 yr./ 100000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	5 yr./ unlimited mi.	5 yr./ 100000 mi.
Roadside Assistance	2 yr./ unlimited mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	2 yr./ 25000 mi.	—
EV Battery Warranty	—	10 yr./ 100000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Toyota Crown Signia and 2026 Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid.

What is the key operational difference between the drivetrains?

The 2026 Kia Sorento PHEV utilizes a plug-in hybrid system allowing for 30 miles of electric-only driving before switching to hybrid mode, whereas the 2025 Toyota Crown Signia operates strictly as a conventional hybrid achieving 38 MPG combined.

Which vehicle offers better practical space for large items?

The Toyota Crown Signia is superior for hauling capacity, providing 25.8 cu ft of cargo volume compared to the Sorento PHEV’s 12.6 cu ft.

How significant is the performance gap between the two AWD crossovers?

The Sorento PHEV produces 261 hp, beating the Crown Signia's 240 hp output, meaning the Kia has a measurable power advantage, despite the Toyota using a CVT transmission.

Is the higher price of the Sorento justified by efficiency improvements?

No, the Sorento PHEV costs $4,200 more yet only manages 33 MPG combined, losing to the Crown Signia’s 38 MPG combined efficiency.

Are there differences in size and maneuverability?

The Crown Signia is longer at 194.1 inches, suggesting a larger footprint, while the Sorento PHEV is noticeably taller at 66.9 inches versus the Toyota’s 64.0 inches.