KIA SORENTO 3 CRDI AWD S-A (2021)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 995 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
94%
Total Tests (2024)
995
Avg Mileage
29,078 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,690
Is the 2021 KIA SORENTO 3 CRDI AWD S-A reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 12 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the KIA brand average of 86%.
At 3 years old, 94% of KIA SORENTO 3 CRDI AWD S-As from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 995 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 29,078 miles.
How does the 2021 KIA SORENTO 3 CRDI AWD S-A compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2021 KIA SORENTO 3 CRDI AWD S-A has 29,078 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.
How much does a 2021 KIA SORENTO 3 CRDI AWD S-A cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
KIA SORENTO 3 CRDI AWD S-A by Year
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About the 2021 KIA SORENTO 3 CRDI AWD S-A
The 2021 KIA SORENTO 3 CRDI AWD S-A is a family car with a 2151cc diesel engine. 995 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. Among all cars from 2021, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model beats that benchmark.
With an average of 29,078 miles at 3 years old, KIA SORENTO 3 CRDI AWD S-A owners cover more miles than the average driver.
2021 KIA SORENTO 3 CRDI AWD S-A Fuel Costs
The 2151cc diesel engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 40 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,245 per year at current diesel prices of 148p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2021 KIA SORENTO 3 CRDI AWD S-A?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,690 (£141/month), broken down as £1245 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 94% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
Buying a Used 2021 KIA SORENTO 3 CRDI AWD S-A
At 3 years old, this is still relatively fresh. You may find examples with remaining manufacturer warranty. Depreciation is slowing but hasn't bottomed out yet.
Alternatives to the 2021 KIA SORENTO 3 CRDI AWD S-A
The KIA SORENTO 3 CRDI AWD S-A is actually the most reliable option among similar diesel family cars from this era. Here are comparable diesel cars with similar engines:
- FORD KUGA (2019) 91% pass rate (-3%) from 72,831 tests
- FORD TRANSIT CUSTOM (2019) 87% pass rate (-7%) from 59,814 tests
- BMW 118 (2020) 93% pass rate (-1%) from 38,549 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN T-ROC (2019) 94% pass rate (same) from 36,096 tests