Compare performance (530 HP vs 252 HP), boot space and price (90800 £ vs 46900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X7 or Kia Sorento?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Kia Sorento has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 46900 £ , while the BMW X7 costs 90800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 43894 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Kia Sorento manages with 1.60 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the BMW X7 with 8 L. The difference is about 6.40 L per 100 km.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the BMW X7 has a convincingly edge – offering 530 HP compared to 252 HP. That’s roughly 278 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X7 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.70 s, while the Kia Sorento takes 8.80 s. That’s about 4.10 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the BMW X7 performs evident better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Kia Sorento tops out at 183 km/h. The difference is around 67 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: BMW X7 pulls decisively stronger with 750 Nm compared to 440 Nm. That’s about 310 Nm difference.
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 evident lighter – 1855 kg compared to 2490 kg. The difference is around 635 kg.
In terms of boot space, the BMW X7 offers hardly perceptible more room – 750 L compared to 705 L. That’s a difference of about 45 L.
In maximum load capacity, the BMW X7 performs slight better – up to 2120 L, which is about 43 L more than the Kia Sorento.
When it comes to payload, BMW X7 hardly perceptible takes the win – 760 kg compared to 685 kg. That’s a difference of about 75 kg.
The Kia Sorento holds a decisive overall lead 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 BMW X7 sits at the top of BMW’s SUV range, wrapping executive-level luxury and a cavernous cabin in a bold, road-commanding package. It’s ideal for buyers who want first-class comfort and presence on the road — think chauffeur-level refinement without hiring one, though you’ll need a confident approach to parking.
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
90800 - 117500 £
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Price
46900 - 59300 £
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Consumption L/100km
8 - 12.1 L
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Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 7 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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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
210 - 274 g/km
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co2
37 - 174 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
80 - 83 L
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Fuel tank capacity
47 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
7
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Seats
5 - 7
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2490 - 2675 kg
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Curb weight
1855 - 2105 kg
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Trunk capacity
750 L
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Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
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Length
5181 mm
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Length
4810 - 4815 mm
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Width
2000 mm
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Width
1900 mm
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Height
1835 mm
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Height
1695 mm
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Max trunk capacity
2120 L
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Max trunk capacity
1988 - 2077 L
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Payload
680 - 760 kg
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Payload
162 - 685 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
352 - 530 HP
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Power HP
194 - 252 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 5.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 9.7 s
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Max Speed
245 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
183 km/h
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Torque
520 - 750 Nm
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Torque
367 - 440 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
259 - 390 kW
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Power kW
142 - 185 kW
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Engine capacity
2993 - 4395 cm3
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Engine capacity
1598 - 2151 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Kia
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The BMW X7 is available as All-Wheel Drive.