2012 Kia Sorento GLS Middle Grade
5XYKU4A20CG256853
ABOVE TYPICAL
· $981 above typical price
Tampa, FL
This 2012 Kia Sorento GLS Middle Grade is listed at $6,609 with 135,066 miles in Tampa, FL.
Market price range
Based on 7 comparable same-build listings · Market data as of August 27, 2026This vehicle: $6,609 — $981 above the typical market price ($5,628)
Asking $6,609 · typical market price $5,628 · based on 7 comparable same-build listings.
Price history for this VIN
Price increased $3,850 (+58.3%) over 17 days.
Asking prices recorded across 3 listing dates for VIN 5XYKU4A20CG256853, spanning 17 days.
Active listing
Full listing history on VehiSales →| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elder Ford of Tampa | Tampa, FL 33612 | $6,609 | 135,066 mi | 2026-05-24 |
Former listings
| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elder Ford of Tampa | Tampa, FL 33612 | $7,422 | 135,066 mi | 2026-05-24 |
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Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for 5XYKU4A20CG256853- ✗ Backup camera
- ✗ Blind-spot monitor
- ✗ Lane departure
- ✗ ABS
- ✗ Electronic stability
Fuel economy (EPA)
Assumes 15,000 miles a year at $3.10/gallon and 24 MPG combined.
5-year cost to own
Beyond the sticker: what this 2012 Kia Sorento likely costs over five years at 15,000 mi/yr.
Estimate — insurance and taxes vary by driver and state.
Safety & recalls
NHTSA crash tests & recall campaigns for this model yearThe 2012 Kia Sorento has 5 recall campaigns as of July 2026. NHTSA rated it 4 out of 5 stars overall. EPA combined fuel economy: 24 MPG.
Tested configuration: 2012 Kia Sorento SUV AWD
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FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINEKia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Optima, 2012-2017 Sorento and 2011-2018 Sportage vehicles that previously received an engine replacement under recall…NHTSA campaign 18V907000
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ENGINEKia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2012-2013 Sorento, 2012-2015 Forte and Forte Koup, 2011-2013 Optima Hybrid, 2014-2015 Soul, and 2012 Sportage vehicles.NHTSA campaign 20V750000
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ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGKia Motor Company (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Optima, 2012-2014 Sorento and 2011-2013 Sportage vehicles.NHTSA campaign 17V224000
Recall campaigns apply to the model year, not to one car. Check remedy status for this VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Model-level data for the 2012 Kia Sorento from NHTSA (recalls, NCAP crash tests) and EPA fueleconomy.gov, refreshed July 28, 2026.
Where the price is heading
Typical asking price for a 2012 Kia Sorento over the last 6 months — the market softened $580 in that span.
Monthly price table
| Month | Typical price |
|---|---|
| March 2026 | $6,804 |
| April 2026 | $6,517 |
| May 2026 | $6,125 |
| June 2026 | $6,777 |
| July 2026 | $6,500 |
| August 2026 | $6,224 |
How it compares to rivals
Median asking price for comparable body styles listed near this car| Model | Median price | For sale nearby | vs this car |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Kia Sorento GLS Middle Grade (this car) | $6,609 | 7 | — |
| 2013 Nissan Rogue | $4,538 | 16 | −$2,071 |
| 2014 Ford Escape | $7,598 | 16 | +$989 |
| 2012 Jeep Wrangler | $14,272 | 12 | +$7,663 |
| 2014 Ford Explorer | $8,799 | 11 | +$2,190 |
| 2014 Honda CR-V | $9,499 | 9 | +$2,890 |
Cheapest active listings of each comparable body style in this region — median of what those models actually ask.
Market by model year
Gen 2 · 2011–2015What each model year costs right now — live supply, median asking price and how much value each year keeps versus the newest one.
| Year | Units for sale | Median price | vs newest | Avg mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 221 | $8,800 | 100% | 117,228 mi |
| 2014 | 263 | $7,995 | 91% | 126,653 mi |
| 2013 | 131 | $6,856 | 78% | 132,510 mi |
| 2012 | 158 | $6,277 | 71% | 144,255 mi |
| 2011 | 168 | $5,964 | 68% | 150,951 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.
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