Compare performance (639 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (41,600 £ vs 47,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A5 Avant or Kia Sorento?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Audi A5 Avant is slightly cheaper – starting at 41,600 £ , while the Kia Sorento costs 47,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,691 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A5 Avant uses 2.1 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Kia Sorento with 3.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.8 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Audi A5 Avant offers substantially more range – reaching up to 108 km, about 53 km more than the Kia Sorento.
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 A5 Avant offers significantly more power – delivering 639 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 351 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A5 Avant is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the Kia Sorento takes 8 s. That’s about 4.3 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A5 Avant delivers significantly more torque with 825 Nm compared to 440 Nm. That’s about 385 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Kia Sorento offers more seats – 7 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Audi A5 Avant is only slightly lighter – 1,785 kg compared to 1,855 kg. The difference is around 70 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Kia Sorento offers noticeably more boot space – 705 L compared to 476 L. That’s a difference of about 229 L.
When it comes to payload, the Kia Sorento carries visibly more – 685 kg compared to 535 kg. That’s a difference of about 150 kg.
The Audi A5 Avant is far ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
The Audi A5 Avant dresses like a sleek coupe but carries like a sensible estate, offering buyers a rare blend of glamour and everyday practicality. Inside, the cabin feels beautifully sorted and the drive is composed and engaging, making routine errands feel a touch more enjoyable than they have any right to be.
detailsThe 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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Price
41,600 - 92,400 £
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Price
47,300 - 60,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.1 - 7.7 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 7 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
83 - 108 km
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Electric Range
55 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
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co2
47 - 175 g/km
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co2
87 - 174 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5 - 7
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,785 - 2,445 kg
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Curb weight
1,855 - 2,110 kg
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Trunk capacity
361 - 476 L
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Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,860 - 1,952 mm
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Width
1,900 mm
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Height
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
480 - 535 kg
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Payload
162 - 685 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 639 HP
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Power HP
194 - 288 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 9.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.7 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
280 - 825 Nm
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Torque
380 - 440 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
110 - 470 kW
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Power kW
142 - 212 kW
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Engine capacity
1,968 - 2,995 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,598 - 2,151 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
Kia
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