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CUPRA Terramar vs Kia Sorento comparison

Compare performance (272 HP vs 252 HP), boot space and price (41,400 £ vs 46,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Terramar or Kia Sorento?

CUPRA Terramar vs Kia Sorento: Key differences

CUPRA Terramar

5 (5 Reviews)
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  • somewhat cheaper
  • very slightly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • substantially more electric range
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter
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Kia Sorento

  • noticeably more trunk space
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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

Terramar

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

CUPRA Terramar is somewhat cheaper – starting at 41,400 £ , while the Kia Sorento costs 46,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,460 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the CUPRA Terramar uses 1.6 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Kia Sorento with 3.9 L/100km. The difference is about 2.3 L/100km.

As for electric range, the CUPRA Terramar offers substantially more range – reaching up to 118 km, about 63 km more than the Kia Sorento.

Sorento

Engine and Performance:

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 CUPRA Terramar offers very slightly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 252 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Terramar is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.9 s, while the Kia Sorento takes 8 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia Sorento delivers marginally more torque with 440 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm more.

Terramar

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Kia Sorento offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, CUPRA Terramar is somewhat lighter – 1,638 kg compared to 1,855 kg. The difference is around 217 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia Sorento offers noticeably more boot space – 705 L compared to 540 L. That’s a difference of about 165 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Sorento carries markedly more – 685 kg compared to 542 kg. That’s a difference of about 143 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Terramar stands well ahead of its rival 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.

from £41,400
Terramar

CUPRA Terramar

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.6 - 8.4 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 118 km
CUPRA Terramar
Kia Sorento

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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CUPRA Terramar

The CUPRA Terramar is a sharply styled, sporty SUV that brings athletic handling and bold design to buyers who want performance with everyday usability. Inside, premium finishes meet driver-focused flair and family-friendly practicality, making it a tempting pick for anyone who wants thrills without turning their daily routine into a chore.

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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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CUPRA Terramar
Kia Sorento

Costs and Consumption

Price
41,400 - 50,600 £
Price
46,900 - 60,100 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 8.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
118 km
Electric Range
55 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
36 - 191 g/km
co2
87 - 174 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,638 - 1,904 kg
Curb weight
1,855 - 2,110 kg
Trunk capacity
450 - 540 L
Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,869 mm
Width
1,900 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
512 - 542 kg
Payload
162 - 685 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 272 HP
Power HP
194 - 252 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 9.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
380 - 440 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 200 kW
Power kW
142 - 212 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 - 2,151 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, B, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
Brand
CUPRA
Brand
Kia
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