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Audi A4 Avant vs Kia Sorento - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (470 HP vs 252 HP), boot space and price (37200 £ vs 46900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A4 Avant or Kia Sorento?

Audi A4 Avant

Kia Sorento

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

A4 Avant

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Audi A4 Avant has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 37200 £ , while the Kia Sorento costs 46900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9635 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Kia Sorento manages with 1.60 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Audi A4 Avant with 4.80 L. The difference is about 3.20 L per 100 km.

Sorento

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A4 Avant has a decisively edge – offering 470 HP compared to 252 HP. That’s roughly 218 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A4 Avant is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 3.70 s, while the Kia Sorento takes 8.80 s. That’s about 5.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi A4 Avant performs distinct better – reaching 300 km/h, while the Kia Sorento tops out at 183 km/h. The difference is around 117 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A4 Avant pulls distinct stronger with 600 Nm compared to 440 Nm. That’s about 160 Nm difference.

A4 Avant

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Kia Sorento offers evident more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Audi A4 Avant is somewhat lighter – 1595 kg compared to 1855 kg. The difference is around 260 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia Sorento offers clearly perceptible more room – 705 L compared to 495 L. That’s a difference of about 210 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Kia Sorento performs distinct better – up to 2077 L, which is about 582 L more than the Audi A4 Avant.

When it comes to payload, Kia Sorento slightly takes the win – 685 kg compared to 565 kg. That’s a difference of about 120 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Kia Sorento shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £46,900
Sorento

Kia Sorento

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 194 - 252 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.6 - 7 L
  • Electric Range : 55 km
Audi A4 Avant
Kia Sorento

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Audi A4 Avant

The Audi A4 Avant blends elegant, understated styling with practical estate versatility, making it a polished choice for drivers who want both poise and generous cargo space. Inside, the cabin feels premium and tech-forward while the composed driving manners turn routine journeys into a quietly satisfying experience—exactly the sensible indulgence buyers will appreciate.

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Kia Sorento

The Kia Sorento blends roomy practicality with smart tech and an unexpectedly composed highway manner, making it an easy choice for families who want comfort without fuss. It presents classy interior touches and sensible packaging at a realistic price, proving you don't need to shout to be noticed in the SUV crowd.

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Audi A4 Avant
Kia Sorento

Costs and Consumption

Price
37200 - 122500 £
Price
46900 - 59300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 9.7 L
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
55 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
126 - 220 g/km
co2
37 - 174 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 58 L
Fuel tank capacity
47 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1595 - 1820 kg
Curb weight
1855 - 2105 kg
Trunk capacity
495 L
Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
Length
4750 - 4782 mm
Length
4810 - 4815 mm
Width
1842 - 1866 mm
Width
1900 mm
Height
1428 - 1493 mm
Height
1695 mm
Max trunk capacity
1495 L
Max trunk capacity
1988 - 2077 L
Payload
510 - 565 kg
Payload
162 - 685 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 470 HP
Power HP
194 - 252 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
210 - 300 km/h
Max Speed
183 km/h
Torque
270 - 600 Nm
Torque
367 - 440 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 - 346 kW
Power kW
142 - 185 kW
Engine capacity
1968 - 2894 cm3
Engine capacity
1598 - 2151 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F
Brand
Audi
Brand
Kia
What drivetrain options does the Audi A4 Avant have?

The Audi A4 Avant is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.