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Hyundai Staria vs Kia Sorento - Differences and prices compared

Q: What is the maximum horsepower of the Hyundai Staria?

Up to 225 HP of power – depending on the configuration.

Q: How much fuel does the Hyundai Staria use?

Based on WLTP testing, consumption is around 7.60 L.

Q: How many liters of cargo space does the Hyundai Staria offer?

Depending on configuration, up to 831 L fit inside.

Q: What are the Hyundai Staria’s length, width and height?

The Hyundai Staria measures 5253 mm long, 1997 mm wide and 1990 mm high.

Q: What drivetrain options does the Kia Sorento have?

The Kia Sorento is available as All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

Q: How powerful is the Kia Sorento's engine?

Up to 252 HP of power – depending on the configuration.

Q: How much fuel does the Kia Sorento use?

Based on WLTP testing, consumption is around 1.60 L.

Q: What is the Kia Sorento’s maximum WLTP range?

Depending on equipment, the WLTP range reaches up to 55 km.

Q: What maximum speed does the Kia Sorento reach?

Depending on the model, top speed is 201 km/h.

Compare performance (225 HP vs 252 HP), boot space and price (42400 £ vs 46000 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Staria or Kia Sorento?

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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Hyundai Staria has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 42400 £, while the Kia Sorento costs 46000 £. That’s a price difference of around 3592 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Kia Sorento manages with 1.60 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Hyundai Staria with 7.60 L. The difference is about 6 L per 100 km.

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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 a bit edge – offering 252 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 27 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia Sorento is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 8.80 s, while the Hyundai Staria takes 10.20 s. That’s about 1.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Kia Sorento performs somewhat better – reaching 201 km/h, while the Hyundai Staria tops out at 167 km/h. The difference is around 34 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Kia Sorento pulls somewhat stronger with 440 Nm compared to 367 Nm. That’s about 73 Nm difference.

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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: Hyundai Staria offers clearly perceptible more seating capacity – 9 vs 7.

In curb weight, Kia Sorento is distinct lighter – 1854 kg compared to 2275 kg. The difference is around 421 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Staria offers slightly more room – 831 L compared to 705 L. That’s a difference of about 126 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Kia Sorento performs noticeable better – up to 2100 L, which is about 797 L more than the Hyundai Staria.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai Staria to a small extent takes the win – 775 kg compared to 684 kg. That’s a difference of about 91 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Kia Sorento shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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Kia Sorento

Price : 46000 - 59300 £
Body Type : SUV
Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid, Diesel
Transmission : Automatic
Transmission Detail : Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP : 194 - 252 HP
Consumption L/100km : 1.6 - 7.2 L
Electric Range : 55 km
Seats : 5 - 7
Acceleration 0-100km/h : 8.8 - 9.7 s
Model Year : 2024
Max Speed : 183 - 201 km/h
Torque : 367 - 440 Nm
Number of Cylinders : 4
Doors : 5
Model : Sorento
Modell : Sorento 1.6 T-GDI Plug-in-Hybrid, Sorento 1.6 TGDi Hybrid, Sorento 2.2 CRDi
CO2 Efficiency Class : B, E, F
Trim Level : Vision AWD Automatik (5-Sitzer), Spirit 2WD Automatik (5-Sitzer), Spirit 2WD Automatik (7-Sitzer), Vision 2WD Automatik (5-Sitzer), Platinum AWD Automatik (5-Sitzer), Platinum AWD Automatik (6-Sitzer), Platinum AWD Automatik (7-Sitzer), Spirit AWD Automatik (5-Sitzer), Spirit AWD Automatik (7-Sitzer), Vision AWD DCT8 (5-Sitzer), Spirit AWD DCT8 (5-Sitzer), Spirit AWD DCT8 (7-Sitzer), Platinum AWD DCT8 (5-Sitzer), Platinum AWD DCT8 (6-Sitzer), Platinum AWD DCT8 (7-Sitzer), Plug&Ride AWD Automatik (5-Sitzer), Plug&Ride AWD Automatik (7-Sitzer)
Power kW : 142 - 185 kW
co2 : 37 - 174 g/km
Engine capacity : 1598 - 2151 cm3
Curb weight : 1854 - 2105 kg
Fuel tank capacity : 47 - 67 L
Trunk capacity : 175 - 705 L
Length : 4810 - 4815 mm
Width : 1900 mm
Height : 1695 mm
Brand : Kia
Max trunk capacity : 1988 - 2100 L
Payload : 455 - 684 kg

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Hyundai Staria

Hyundai Staria looks like a friendly spaceship, its sweeping glass and soft edges turning a people‑mover into a design statement that actually gets noticed. Inside it's airy and practical — perfect for families or anyone who likes travelling in comfort and style, with enough flexibility to swallow luggage and weekend plans without drama.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price 42400 - 50500 £	Price 46000 - 59300 £
Consumption L/100km 7.60 L	Consumption L/100km 1.6 - 7.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km -	Consumption kWh/100km -
Electric Range -	Electric Range 55 km
Battery Capacity -	Battery Capacity -
co2 172 g/km	co2 37 - 174 g/km
Fuel tank capacity 65 L	Fuel tank capacity 47 - 67 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type Bus	Body Type SUV
Seats 7 - 9	Seats 5 - 7
Doors 5	Doors 5
Curb weight 2275 - 2345 kg	Curb weight 1854 - 2105 kg
Trunk capacity 117 - 831 L	Trunk capacity 175 - 705 L
Length 5253 mm	Length 4810 - 4815 mm
Width 1997 mm	Width 1900 mm
Height 1990 mm	Height 1695 mm
Max trunk capacity 431 - 1303 L	Max trunk capacity 1988 - 2100 L
Payload 605 - 775 kg	Payload 455 - 684 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type Full Hybrid	Engine Type Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid, Diesel
Transmission Automatic	Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Automatic Gearbox	Transmission Detail Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive	Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP 225 HP	Power HP 194 - 252 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h 10.20 s	Acceleration 0-100km/h 8.8 - 9.7 s
Max Speed 167 km/h	Max Speed 183 - 201 km/h
Torque 367 Nm	Torque 367 - 440 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4	Number of Cylinders 4
Power kW 165 kW	Power kW 142 - 185 kW
Engine capacity 1598 cm3	Engine capacity 1598 - 2151 cm3