Compare performance (252 HP vs 517 HP), boot space and price (46,900 £ vs 64,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sorento or BYD Tang?
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.
Kia Sorento is visibly cheaper – starting at 46,900 £ , while the BYD Tang costs 64,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,408 £.
As for electric range, the BYD Tang offers considerably more range – reaching up to 530 km, about 475 km more than the Kia Sorento.
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 BYD Tang offers considerably more power – delivering 517 HP compared to 252 HP. That’s roughly 265 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Tang is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Kia Sorento takes 8 s. That’s about 3.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Tang delivers clearly more torque with 680 Nm compared to 440 Nm. That’s about 240 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 7 people.
In terms of curb weight, Kia Sorento is substantially lighter – 1,855 kg compared to 2,630 kg. The difference is around 775 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Kia Sorento offers clearly more boot space – 705 L compared to 235 L. That’s a difference of about 470 L.
When it comes to payload, the Kia Sorento carries slightly more – 685 kg compared to 575 kg. That’s a difference of about 110 kg.
The BYD Tang 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.
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.
detailsThe BYD Tang is a bold, tech-loaded SUV that blends striking design with roomy practicality, making it equally at home on the school run and the open road. Packed with clever tech and a powertrain that mixes efficiency with eager performance, it’s a smart, value-focused pick for buyers who want electric-age comfort without the premium-brand fuss.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
46,900 - 60,100 £
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Price
64,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 7 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
24 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
55 km
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Electric Range
530 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
87 - 174 g/km
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co2
0 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 - 7
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Seats
7
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,855 - 2,110 kg
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Curb weight
2,630 kg
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Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
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Trunk capacity
235 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,970 mm
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Width
1,900 mm
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Width
1,955 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,745 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,655 L
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Payload
162 - 685 kg
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Payload
575 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
194 - 252 HP
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Power HP
517 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
190 km/h
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Torque
380 - 440 Nm
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Torque
680 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
142 - 212 kW
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Power kW
380 kW
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Engine capacity
1,598 - 2,151 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
BYD
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