Jeep Wrangler vs Kia Sorento
The Kia Sorento is more fuel-efficient at 24 MPG combined, against 18 MPG for the Jeep Wrangler. At EPA assumptions that is about $900 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Jeep Wrangler | Kia Sorento | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,293 | 1,212 |
| Most reported problem | Drivetrain & axles | Engine |
| Crashes and fires | 35 and 28 | 32 and 118 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 42,000 miles | 88,000 miles |
| Recalls | 9 | 5 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 18 MPG | 24 MPG |
| City and highway | 17 and 21 | 21 and 30 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,700 | $2,800 |
| NHTSA overall safety | Not rated |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,293 complaints for the Jeep Wrangler and 1,212 for the Kia Sorento. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
Safety recalls on file: 9 for the Jeep Wrangler, 5 for the Kia Sorento.