Compare performance (281 HP vs 252 HP), boot space and price (48,400 £ vs 46,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Ranger 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.
Kia Sorento is marginally cheaper – starting at 46,900 £ , while the Ford Ranger costs 48,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,562 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Ford Ranger uses 3.1 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Kia Sorento with 3.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.8 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Kia Sorento offers clearly more range – reaching up to 55 km, about 13 km more than the Ford Ranger.
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 Ford Ranger offers a bit more power – delivering 281 HP compared to 252 HP. That’s roughly 29 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia Sorento is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the Ford Ranger takes 8.7 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Ranger delivers visibly more torque with 697 Nm compared to 440 Nm. That’s about 257 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Kia Sorento offers more seats – 7 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Kia Sorento is visibly lighter – 1,855 kg compared to 2,405 kg. The difference is around 550 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Ford Ranger carries markedly more – 989 kg compared to 685 kg. That’s a difference of about 304 kg.
The Ford Ranger is decisively 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.
The Ford Ranger is a workhorse with the manners of a grown-up pickup—practical, tough, and surprisingly civilized on the road. It’s the sort of truck that laughs at mud on the weekend and performs like a sensible daily driver during the week, making it an easy sell for buyers who want capability without theatrics.
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
48,400 - 57,500 £
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Price
46,900 - 60,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
3.1 - 10.1 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
42 km
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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
70 - 265 g/km
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co2
87 - 174 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Pickup
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
4 - 5
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Seats
5 - 7
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,405 - 2,511 kg
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Curb weight
1,855 - 2,110 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
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Length
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Length
-
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Width
1,918 mm
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Width
1,900 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
845 - 989 kg
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Payload
162 - 685 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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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
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
240 - 281 HP
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Power HP
194 - 252 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 9.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.7 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
600 - 697 Nm
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Torque
380 - 440 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
177 - 207 kW
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Power kW
142 - 212 kW
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Engine capacity
2,261 - 2,993 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,598 - 2,151 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
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Brand
Ford
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Brand
Kia
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