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Kia Sorento vs BYD Sealion 7 comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 530 HP), boot space and price (47,300 £ vs 42,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sorento or BYD Sealion 7?

Kia Sorento vs BYD Sealion 7: Key differences

Kia Sorento

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • moderately lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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BYD Sealion 7

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • moderately cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • considerably more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

Sorento

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

BYD Sealion 7 is moderately cheaper – starting at 42,800 £ , while the Kia Sorento costs 47,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,457 £.

As for electric range, the BYD Sealion 7 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 502 km, about 447 km more than the Kia Sorento.

Sealion 7

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the BYD Sealion 7 offers clearly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 242 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Sealion 7 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Kia Sorento takes 8 s. That’s about 3.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Sealion 7 delivers clearly more torque with 690 Nm compared to 440 Nm. That’s about 250 Nm more.

Sorento

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Kia Sorento offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Kia Sorento is moderately lighter – 1,855 kg compared to 2,225 kg. The difference is around 370 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia Sorento offers clearly more boot space – 705 L compared to 520 L. That’s a difference of about 185 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Sorento carries substantially more – 685 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 275 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Sealion 7 stands well ahead of its rival 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 £42,800
Sealion 7

BYD Sealion 7

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 313 - 530 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 19.9 - 21.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 456 - 502 km
Kia Sorento
BYD Sealion 7

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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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BYD Sealion 7

The BYD Sealion 7 is a sleek electric wagon that blends sporty styling with surprising practicality, making it a compelling choice for drivers who want something different from the usual hatchback or SUV. Its refined interior and composed road manners give it an upscale feel, while clever packaging keeps it versatile for daily use.

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Kia Sorento
BYD Sealion 7

Costs and Consumption

Price
47,300 - 60,500 £
Price
42,800 - 52,300 £
Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19.9 - 21.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
55 km
Electric Range
456 - 502 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
87 - 174 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,855 - 2,110 kg
Curb weight
2,225 - 2,435 kg
Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
Trunk capacity
520 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,925 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
162 - 685 kg
Payload
410 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
194 - 288 HP
Power HP
313 - 530 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
380 - 440 Nm
Torque
380 - 690 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
142 - 212 kW
Power kW
230 - 390 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 - 2,151 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
BYD
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