The Sorento sits in the popular midsize SUV class but is on the smaller end of the scale, which allows it to be more maneuverable in urban conditions. The entry-level Sorento trims come with a standard four-cylinder engine that puts out 185 horsepower. Moving up to the S trim offers a 3.3-liter V6 engine that puts out 290 horsepower. The base engine comes with a six-speed automatic transmission, while the six-cylinder comes with an eight-speed automatic. FWD is standard, but you can add AWD on all models above the base trim. The city/highway fuel economy on the four-cylinder is 22/29 MPG with the FWD layout and 21/26 with AWD. The V6 gets 19/26 with FWD and 18/24 with AWD. The Sorento can be outfitted to tow up to 5,000 pounds when properly equipped.

The Telluride offers the roomy, three-row styling that American families love. It features seating for eight people, plus a standard 3.8-liter V6 engine and available AWD. The Telluride has an eye-catching design that feels more like a luxury SUV than the average family-hauler. With plenty of standard safety features, plus driver-assistance features, the Telluride competes easily with other popular SUVs in its segment. The Telluride offers 21 cubic feet of cargo space behind the third row. If you fold the third row down, then the cargo space is doubled at about 46 cubic feet. Four trim levels are available on the Telluride in the LX, S, EX, and SX. The top SX trim offers a dual sunroof, LED fog lights, and headlights, plus 20-inch, dark finish aluminum wheels. Fuel economy on the Telluride is 20/26 MPG city/highway with a FWD model and 19/24 MPG on an AWD model.