2020 Kia Sorento Depreciation

A 6-year-old 2020 Kia Sorento has lost about 48.4% of its roughly $28,090 original value. In the 2026 source cohort, it typically listed for around $15,495, with most listings between $11,554 and $19,744. Listed examples average 92,379 miles.

Kia Sorento exterior
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2020 Kia Sorento Price by Mileage

What buyers actually pay at different odometer readings.

30k–50k mi
$22,018· 9 listings
50k–75k mi
$17,998· 37 listings
75k–100k mi
$16,395· 63 listings
100k–130k mi
$14,050· 61 listings
Over 130k mi
$10,990· 16 listings

How Mileage Affects 2020 Kia Sorento Price

Each dot is a real listing — price plotted against odometer reading.

2020 Kia Sorento median price by mileage band
MileageMedian priceListings
30k–50k mi$22,0189
50k–75k mi$17,99837
75k–100k mi$16,39563
100k–130k mi$14,05061
Over 130k mi$10,99016

What's a Good Price for a 2020 Kia Sorento?

Great deal

Under $12,894

Typical

$12,894$18,233

Overpriced

Above $18,233

Based on the middle 50% of listings — always adjust for mileage and condition.

Price Spread

Range across 188 listings.

Low $10,620High $22,010

Half of all listings fall between $12,894 and $18,233, with a median of $15,495.

2020 Kia Sorento Efficiency & Specs

EPA fuel-economy and powertrain data.

Combined

23 MPG

City / Hwy

20 / 26

Fuel / year

$2,750

Fuel

Regular

Engine

2.4L 4-cyl

EPA class

Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD

Depreciation by Trim

See how each 2020 Kia Sorento trim holds its value.

TrimFuelMSRPMedian ResaleDepreciationListings
LX V6Gasoline$28,090$14,73643.5%53
LXGasoline$28,090$14,31447.8%57
LGasoline$26,990$14,05047.8%19
EX V6Gasoline$35,490$18,58948.3%34
SX V6Gasoline$40,090$20,09552.7%25

How the 2020 Kia Sorento Compares to Other Years

At 48.4% depreciation, the 2020 Kia Sorento sits among its neighbors on the depreciation curve. The older 2019 sits at 53.5% (around $13,998), so dropping back a year saves about $1,497. Buying one model year newer or older is one of the easiest ways to trade purchase price against age and remaining warranty.

Safety Ratings

NHTSA crash test ratings for the 2020 Kia Sorento.

Overall
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover

View full NHTSA report

Known Issues & Complaints

130 NHTSA complaints, 1 recalls reported.

ENGINE

46 complaints

Engine is burning oil at a significant rate, when I get my oil changed at the dealers recommendation it is extremely low. I have to replace the oil regularly between oil changes, and there is an exhaust smell. Also lagging when I hit the ga

1 crash2 fires2 injuries

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

19 complaints

Driving on highway at 65, traction control light, airbag light, parking light, bcw warning, all came in at the same time. I was able to pull off to the side and re start engine to clear the lights. As soon as I got up to 40 lights one by on

6 fires

POWER TRAIN

17 complaints

The vehicle suffered a sudden, severe engine malfunction/misfire while in operation, presenting a serious safety hazard on the road. Following the incident, the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealership service center (Repair Order #XXX

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

11 complaints

Component/System Affected: UNKNOWN – suspected fuel system or related component due to strong gasoline odor. Vehicle is available for inspection upon request. What Happened: There is a strong gasoline odor specifically at the front driver’s

3 crashes1 fire5 injuries

TRAILER HITCHES

7 complaints

The contact owns a 2020 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that on multiple occasions while driving at various speeds, there was an abnormal burning odor inside the cabin of the vehicle. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Numb

STEERING

4 complaints

The contact owns a 2020 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving 30 MPH with her daughter and parents in the vehicle, an abnormal squeaking sound was heard emanating from the steering wheel. No warning light illuminated. The vehic

Top Issues

  • ENGINE
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
  • POWER TRAIN
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER
  • TRAILER HITCHES

Buyer Red Flags

  • !Recall 22V703000 (TRAILER HITCHES): Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Sorento, 2021-2022 Sorento Hybrid (HEV), 2022-2023 Sorento Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV), and 2017-2022 Sportage vehicles equipped wi

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a 2020 Kia Sorento worth?

A 2020 Kia Sorento is typically worth around $15,495, with most listings falling between $11,554 and $19,744. The single biggest swing factor is mileage — listed examples average about 92,379 miles, and each additional 10,000 miles shaves a few percent off the price. Condition, accident history, trim, and how many owners a car has had move the number from there. Treat the median as a fair starting point and adjust up for a clean, low-mileage, one-owner car or down for higher mileage and any reported damage.

How much has the 2020 Kia Sorento depreciated?

The 2020 Kia Sorento has lost about 48.4% of its original $28,090 base MSRP — roughly $13,596 in value, after adjusting listing prices to typical mileage for the age. Most of a car's lifetime depreciation happens in its earliest years, so a vehicle of this age has usually weathered the steepest part of the curve already. That's what makes a well-kept example at this age an efficient buy: you let the original owner absorb the fastest depreciation, then enjoy a much slower decline from here.

How many miles does a used 2020 Sorento have?

Listed 2020 Sorentos average about 92,379 miles, with most between 63,055 and 119,452. As a rule of thumb, "average" mileage for any car is roughly 12,000 miles per year of age, so compare a specific listing against that benchmark. A below-average odometer commands a premium and an above-average one a discount, but a higher-mileage car with complete service records and one owner can be a better buy than a low-mileage car with gaps in its history. Consistent maintenance does more for a car's remaining lifespan than a low number on the odometer alone.

What is a good price for a 2020 Kia Sorento?

For a 2020 Kia Sorento, anything under $12,894 is a strong deal, $12,894 to $18,233 is the typical range where most cars trade, and above $18,233 is on the expensive side — those higher prices usually buy lower mileage, a certified warranty, or a premium trim. Always weigh the asking price against the car's specific mileage and condition rather than the sticker alone: a slightly higher price for a clean, one-owner, accident-free example is often money well spent. And treat a listing priced well below the range as a prompt to dig deeper — unusually cheap cars almost always have a reason, whether it's high mileage, accident history, or a branded title.

Methodology

Figures for the 2020 Kia Sorento are computed from 188 real used-car listings. Each asking price is normalized to a standard 12,000 miles per year for the car's age, adjusted by a 5% asking-to-sale estimate, and compared against the original base MSRP for that VIN's trim. Full methodology. Updated August 2026.