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Audi Q7 vs Kia Sorento - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (507 HP vs 252 HP), boot space and price (70600 £ vs 46900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q7 or Kia Sorento?

Audi Q7

Kia Sorento

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

Q7

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Kia Sorento has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 46900 £ , while the Audi Q7 costs 70600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23751 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Kia Sorento manages with 1.60 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Audi Q7 with 3.80 L. The difference is about 2.20 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Audi Q7 performs noticeable better – achieving up to 82 km, about 27 km more than the Kia Sorento.

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 Q7 has a convincingly edge – offering 507 HP compared to 252 HP. That’s roughly 255 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q7 is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.10 s, while the Kia Sorento takes 8.80 s. That’s about 4.70 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi Q7 pulls significantly stronger with 770 Nm compared to 440 Nm. That’s about 330 Nm difference.

Q7

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 7 people.

In curb weight, Kia Sorento is slightly lighter – 1855 kg compared to 2055 kg. The difference is around 200 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi Q7 offers noticeable more room – 887 L compared to 705 L. That’s a difference of about 182 L.

When it comes to payload, Audi Q7 clearly perceptible takes the win – 885 kg compared to 685 kg. That’s a difference of about 200 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Audi Q7 proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Audi Q7 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £70,600
Q7

Audi Q7

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 231 - 507 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 3.8 - 11.9 L
  • Electric Range : 81 - 82 km
Audi Q7
Kia Sorento

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Audi Q7

The Audi Q7 cuts an imposing figure on the road, balancing restrained luxury with a spacious, tech-rich cabin that makes long journeys feel effortless. It rides with confident composure and polished manners, so if you want a premium family SUV that feels grown-up and worth the badge, the Q7 is a persuasive choice — even the in-laws will be impressed.

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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 Q7
Kia Sorento

Costs and Consumption

Price
70600 - 100600 £
Price
46900 - 59300 £
Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 11.9 L
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
81 - 82 km
Electric Range
55 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
86 - 271 g/km
co2
37 - 174 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
47 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2055 - 2460 kg
Curb weight
1855 - 2105 kg
Trunk capacity
563 - 887 L
Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
Length
-
Length
4810 - 4815 mm
Width
1970 mm
Width
1900 mm
Height
-
Height
1695 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1988 - 2077 L
Payload
640 - 885 kg
Payload
162 - 685 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
231 - 507 HP
Power HP
194 - 252 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 7.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
183 km/h
Torque
500 - 770 Nm
Torque
367 - 440 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
170 - 373 kW
Power kW
142 - 185 kW
Engine capacity
2967 - 3996 cm3
Engine capacity
1598 - 2151 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F
Brand
Audi
Brand
Kia
Is the Audi Q7 offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include All-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.