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Hyundai IONIQ 6 vs Kia Sorento comparison

Compare performance (650 HP vs 252 HP), boot space and price (39,000 £ vs 46,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai IONIQ 6 or Kia Sorento?

Hyundai IONIQ 6 vs Kia Sorento: Key differences

Hyundai IONIQ 6

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
  • substantially more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Kia Sorento

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • marginally lighter
  • considerably 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

IONIQ 6

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Hyundai IONIQ 6 is noticeably cheaper – starting at 39,000 £ , while the Kia Sorento costs 46,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,835 £.

As for electric range, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 680 km, about 625 km more than the Kia Sorento.

Sorento

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 offers substantially more power – delivering 650 HP compared to 252 HP. That’s roughly 398 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.2 s, while the Kia Sorento takes 8 s. That’s about 4.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai IONIQ 6 delivers clearly more torque with 770 Nm compared to 440 Nm. That’s about 330 Nm more.

IONIQ 6

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 5.

In terms of curb weight, Kia Sorento is marginally lighter – 1,855 kg compared to 1,892 kg. The difference is around 37 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia Sorento offers considerably more boot space – 705 L compared to 401 L. That’s a difference of about 304 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Sorento carries visibly more – 685 kg compared to 438 kg. That’s a difference of about 247 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai IONIQ 6 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.

from £39,000
IONIQ 6

Hyundai IONIQ 6

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 650 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.4 - 15.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 469 - 680 km
Hyundai IONIQ 6
Kia Sorento

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Hyundai IONIQ 6

The Hyundai IONIQ 6 glides down the road with a poise that feels more runway model than commuter car, its sleek silhouette promising efficiency without trying too hard. Inside, a calm, minimalist cabin packed with clever, usable tech makes it a compelling choice for buyers who want electric motoring that's smart, stylish and quietly practical.

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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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Hyundai IONIQ 6
Kia Sorento

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,000 - 64,300 £
Price
46,900 - 60,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.4 - 15.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
469 - 680 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
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,892 - 2,134 kg
Curb weight
1,855 - 2,110 kg
Trunk capacity
401 L
Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,880 - 1,940 mm
Width
1,900 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
386 - 438 kg
Payload
162 - 685 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 650 HP
Power HP
194 - 252 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
350 - 770 Nm
Torque
380 - 440 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
125 - 478 kW
Power kW
142 - 212 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,598 - 2,151 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Kia
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