Compare performance (381 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (49,700 £ vs 47,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A6 Avant or Kia Sorento?
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Kia Sorento is marginally cheaper – starting at 47,300 £ , while the Audi A6 Avant costs 49,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,409 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A6 Avant uses 2.3 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Kia Sorento with 3.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.6 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Audi A6 Avant offers significantly more range – reaching up to 724 km, about 669 km more than the Kia Sorento.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Audi A6 Avant offers markedly more power – delivering 381 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 93 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A6 Avant is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.7 s, while the Kia Sorento takes 8 s. That’s about 3.3 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A6 Avant delivers markedly more torque with 580 Nm compared to 440 Nm. That’s about 140 Nm more.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Seats: Kia Sorento offers more seats – 7 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Kia Sorento is very slightly lighter – 1,855 kg compared to 1,865 kg. The difference is around 10 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Kia Sorento offers markedly more boot space – 705 L compared to 503 L. That’s a difference of about 202 L.
When it comes to payload, the Kia Sorento carries slightly more – 685 kg compared to 570 kg. That’s a difference of about 115 kg.
The Audi A6 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 A6 Avant wraps executive poise and usable practicality into an impeccably finished estate that makes everyday driving feel noticeably more grown-up. It serves up a calm, composed ride and clever packaging for buyers who want space and refinement without ostentation — the sensible choice that still manages to impress.
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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
49,700 - 70,200 £
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Price
47,300 - 60,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 7.5 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 7 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.5 - 14.8 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
94 - 724 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
0 - 170 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
1,865 - 2,260 kg
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Curb weight
1,855 - 2,110 kg
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Trunk capacity
404 - 503 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
1,875 - 1,923 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
500 - 570 kg
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Payload
162 - 685 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plug-in Hybrid
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Diesel, Plug-in Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
204 - 381 HP
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Power HP
194 - 288 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 8.3 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
340 - 580 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
150 - 280 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
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, F, D, E, B
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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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