2019 Kia Sorento FWD/AWD towing capacity
The 2019 Kia Sorento FWD/AWD is published in one configuration with a tow rating of 2,000 lb (light utility / small-trailer territory).
The table below lists every trim of the 2019 Kia Sorento FWD/AWD 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4L I-4 | 2.4L I-4 | — | — | — | 2,000 | — | — | — |
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 2018
The 2018 Kia Sorento FWD/AWD carried a maximum tow rating of 3,500 lb. The 2019 model is rated 1,500 lb lower — sometimes a real spec change, sometimes a re-test under a stricter standard like SAE J2807. See the 2018 Kia Sorento FWD/AWD page for the full per-trim breakdown of the prior year.
Other 2019 Kia models
The rest of Kia's 2019 lineup, ranked by maximum tow rating. Click through for the per-trim breakdown of any of these.
| Model | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|
| 2019 Kia Sorento | 5,000 |
| 2019 Kia Sorento AWD | 5,000 |
| 2019 Kia Sedona | 3,500 |
| 2019 Kia Sorento FWD | 3,500 |
| 2019 Kia RIO | 2,000 |
| 2019 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.