Compare performance (130 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (19,700 £ vs 47,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat Tipo Hatchback or Kia Sorento?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Fiat Tipo Hatchback is considerably cheaper – starting at 19,700 £ , while the Kia Sorento costs 47,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 27,600 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Sorento uses 3.9 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Fiat Tipo Hatchback with 4.7 L/100km. The difference is about 0.8 L/100km.
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 Kia Sorento offers clearly more power – delivering 288 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 158 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia Sorento is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the Fiat Tipo Hatchback takes 8.8 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia Sorento delivers noticeably more torque with 440 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm more.
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, Fiat Tipo Hatchback is noticeably lighter – 1,415 kg compared to 1,855 kg. The difference is around 440 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Kia Sorento offers visibly more boot space – 705 L compared to 440 L. That’s a difference of about 265 L.
When it comes to payload, the Kia Sorento carries markedly more – 685 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 260 kg.
The Kia Sorento is clearly superior 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 Fiat Tipo is a sensible, spacious hatchback that prides itself on practical charm and everyday usability, perfect for buyers who want straightforward value rather than runway drama. It won’t turn heads for flash, but its comfortable ride, clever interior space and low-stress nature make it a smart, grown-up choice with a wink of character.
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
19,700 - 25,700 £
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Price
47,300 - 60,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.4 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 7 L/100km
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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
122 - 125 g/km
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co2
87 - 174 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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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
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,415 - 1,425 kg
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Curb weight
1,855 - 2,110 kg
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Trunk capacity
440 L
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Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
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Length
4,368 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,792 mm
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Width
1,900 mm
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Height
1,495 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
425 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
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
130 HP
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Power HP
194 - 288 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 9.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.7 s
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Max Speed
207 - 208 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
240 - 320 Nm
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Torque
380 - 440 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
96 kW
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Power kW
142 - 212 kW
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Engine capacity
1,469 - 1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,598 - 2,151 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
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Brand
Fiat
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Brand
Kia
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