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Hyundai Kona vs Kia Sorento comparison
Compare performance (204 HP vs 252 HP), boot space and price (23,100 £ vs 46,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Kona or Kia Sorento?
Hyundai Kona vs Kia Sorento: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Kona
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Hyundai Kona is significantly cheaper – starting at 23,100 £ , while the Kia Sorento costs 46,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23,820 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Sorento uses 3.9 L/100km and is moderately more efficient than the Hyundai Kona with 4.6 L/100km. The difference is about 0.7 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Hyundai Kona offers substantially more range – reaching up to 510 km, about 455 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 Kia Sorento offers a bit more power – delivering 252 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 48 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 Hyundai Kona takes 8.1 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia Sorento delivers visibly more torque with 440 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 175 Nm more.
Kona
Space and Everyday Use:
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, Hyundai Kona is visibly lighter – 1,370 kg compared to 1,855 kg. The difference is around 485 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Kia Sorento offers noticeably more boot space – 705 L compared to 466 L. That’s a difference of about 239 L.
When it comes to payload, the Kia Sorento carries markedly more – 685 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 195 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Hyundai Kona 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.
from £23,100
Hyundai Kona
Hyundai Kona
Kia Sorento
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Hyundai Kona
The Hyundai Kona is a compact crossover that pairs bold styling with practical everyday usability, offering a comfortable cabin and intuitive tech for modern drivers. Available in both conventional and electrified versions, Kona brings lively handling and strong value for buyers who want crossover versatility and standout character.
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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
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
23,100 - 41,900 £
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Price
46,900 - 60,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 7 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.1 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
380 - 510 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
0 - 163 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
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
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,370 - 1,773 kg
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Curb weight
1,855 - 2,110 kg
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Trunk capacity
466 L
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Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,825 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
420 - 490 kg
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Payload
162 - 685 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Electric
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
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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
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
115 - 204 HP
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Power HP
194 - 252 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 11.9 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
200 - 265 Nm
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Torque
380 - 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 - 150 kW
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Power kW
142 - 212 kW
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Engine capacity
998 - 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
2025
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, F, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
Kia
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