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Hyundai Kona vs Kia Sorento – Which one offers the better deal?
Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Hyundai Kona or Kia Sorento fits your lifestyle better.
Kona
@ Hyundai Motor Company
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Hyundai Kona has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23100 £, while the Kia Sorento costs 46000 £. That’s a price difference of around 22963 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Kia Sorento manages with 1.60 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Hyundai Kona with 4.60 L. The difference is about 3 L per 100 km.
As for range, the Hyundai Kona performs clearly better – achieving up to 514 km, about 459 km more than the Kia Sorento.
Sorento
@ Kia Corporation
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 Kia Sorento has a to a small extent edge – offering 252 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 34 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Kona is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.80 s, while the Kia Sorento takes 8.80 s. That’s about 1 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Hyundai Kona performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Kia Sorento tops out at 201 km/h. The difference is around 9 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Kia Sorento pulls evident stronger with 440 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 175 Nm difference.
Kona
@ Hyundai Motor Company
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 clearly perceptible more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.
In curb weight, Hyundai Kona is noticeable lighter – 1370 kg compared to 1854 kg. The difference is around 484 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Kia Sorento offers noticeable more room – 705 L compared to 466 L. That’s a difference of about 239 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Kia Sorento performs distinct better – up to 2100 L, which is about 800 L more than the Hyundai Kona.
When it comes to payload, Kia Sorento distinct takes the win – 684 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 194 kg.
Who wins the race?
The Kia Sorento proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Kia Sorento is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
from about £46,000
@ Kia Corporation
Kia Sorento
Hyundai Kona
The Hyundai Kona wears its personality on the outside with bold styling and sprightly handling that turns city driving into something a little more fun than a commute. It blends practical space, modern tech and sensible running costs into a compact, stylish package — a smart pick if you want flair without paying luxury prices.
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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 Kona
Kia Sorento
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
23100 - 41600 £
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Price
46000 - 59300 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L
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Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 7.2 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.8 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
377 - 514 km
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Electric Range
55 km
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Battery Capacity
1.3 - 65.4 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 163 g/km
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co2
37 - 174 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
38 - 47 L
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Fuel tank capacity
47 - 67 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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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
5
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Curb weight
1370 - 1773 kg
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Curb weight
1854 - 2105 kg
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Trunk capacity
466 L
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Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
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Length
4350 - 4385 mm
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Length
4810 - 4815 mm
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Width
1825 mm
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Width
1900 mm
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Height
1580 - 1585 mm
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Height
1695 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1300 L
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Max trunk capacity
1988 - 2100 L
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Payload
420 - 490 kg
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Payload
455 - 684 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
115 - 218 HP
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Power HP
194 - 252 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 11.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 9.7 s
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Max Speed
162 - 210 km/h
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Max Speed
183 - 201 km/h
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Torque
200 - 265 Nm
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Torque
367 - 440 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
85 - 160 kW
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Power kW
142 - 185 kW
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Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1598 - 2151 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C, E, F
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
Kia
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Is the Hyundai Kona offered with different drivetrains?
Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.