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BYD ETP3 vs Kia Sorento comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (31,600 £ vs 47,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD ETP3 or Kia Sorento?

BYD ETP3 vs Kia Sorento: Key differences

BYD ETP3

  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • moderately lighter
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Kia Sorento

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

ETP3

Costs and Efficiency:

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

BYD ETP3 is clearly cheaper – starting at 31,600 £ , while the Kia Sorento costs 47,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,685 £.

As for electric range, the BYD ETP3 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 233 km, about 178 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 Kia Sorento offers considerably more power – delivering 288 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 152 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia Sorento delivers clearly more torque with 440 Nm compared to 180 Nm. That’s about 260 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

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 2.

In terms of curb weight, BYD ETP3 is moderately lighter – 1,640 kg compared to 1,855 kg. The difference is around 215 kg.

When it comes to payload, the BYD ETP3 carries slightly more – 780 kg compared to 685 kg. That’s a difference of about 95 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD ETP3 is narrowly ahead 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.

£31,620
ETP3

BYD ETP3

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 136 HP
  • Electric Range 233 km
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BYD ETP3

The BYD ETP3 is a smart, no-nonsense electric offering that blends everyday practicality with a quietly modern design that won’t embarrass you in the supermarket car park. It’s ideal for buyers after fuss-free electric mobility — efficient, clever and just playful enough to make city driving a little more fun.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
31,600 £
Price
47,300 - 60,500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
233 km
Electric Range
55 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
87 - 174 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,640 kg
Curb weight
1,855 - 2,110 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
Length
4,460 mm
Length
-
Width
1,720 mm
Width
1,900 mm
Height
1,875 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
3,500 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
780 kg
Payload
162 - 685 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 HP
Power HP
194 - 288 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
100 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
180 Nm
Torque
380 - 440 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 kW
Power kW
142 - 212 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,598 - 2,151 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
Brand
BYD
Brand
Kia
Is the BYD ETP3 offered with different drivetrains?

The BYD ETP3 is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive.

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