2013 Kia Sorrento towing capacity
The 2013 Kia Sorrento is published in one configuration with a tow rating of 3,500 lb (compact SUV / minivan territory).
The table below lists every trim of the 2013 Kia Sorrento with the engine, drivetrain, axle ratio, horsepower, torque, GVWR, curb weight, and payload that go with that trim's headline tow rating. Manufacturers often publish more than one tow figure per truck — a conventional bumper-hitch rating, a weight-distributing rating, and a gooseneck or fifth-wheel rating — so the highest number here is the maximum across all hitch classes the source carries for the trim.
Per-trim breakdown
| Configuration | Engine | HP | Torque | Axle | Tow (lb) | GVWR | Curb | Payload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5L V-6 | 3.5L V-6 | — | — | — | 3,500 | — | — | — |
How to interpret the headline tow figure
Tow ratings at this level are normally achievable with a conventional Class II or Class III receiver hitch. Always verify your vehicle has the manufacturer's tow package installed if you intend to tow at the upper end of the rating, and inspect the door-jamb sticker for the actual maximum permitted on your specific configuration.
How this year compares to 2012
The 2012 Kia Sorrento carried a maximum tow rating of 3,500 lb. The 2013 model carries the same headline figure — manufacturers usually leave the rating alone year-over-year unless there's a powertrain or hitch change. See the 2012 Kia Sorrento page for the full per-trim breakdown of the prior year.
Other 2013 Kia models
The rest of Kia's 2013 lineup, ranked by maximum tow rating. Click through for the per-trim breakdown of any of these.
| Model | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|
| 2013 Kia Sorento | 3,500 |
| 2013 Kia RIO | 2,000 |
| 2013 Kia Sportage | 2,000 |
All figures sourced from manufacturer documentation. See our methodology for how the dataset is compiled. Always confirm against your vehicle's door-jamb sticker before towing.