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Kia Sorento vs Genesis GV80 comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 304 HP), boot space and price (47,300 £ vs 59,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sorento or Genesis GV80?

Kia Sorento vs Genesis GV80: Key differences

Kia Sorento

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  • markedly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • a bit lighter
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Genesis GV80

  • very slightly more power
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly more trunk space
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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:

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 markedly cheaper – starting at 47,300 £ , while the Genesis GV80 costs 59,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,077 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Sorento uses 3.9 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Genesis GV80 with 8.8 L/100km. The difference is about 4.9 L/100km.

GV80

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 Genesis GV80 offers very slightly more power – delivering 304 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 16 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Genesis GV80 is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.9 s, while the Kia Sorento takes 8 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Genesis GV80 delivers clearly more torque with 588 Nm compared to 440 Nm. That’s about 148 Nm more.

Sorento

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 7 people.

In terms of curb weight, Kia Sorento is a bit lighter – 1,855 kg compared to 2,155 kg. The difference is around 300 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Genesis GV80 offers very slightly more boot space – 735 L compared to 705 L. That’s a difference of about 30 L.

When it comes to payload, the Genesis GV80 carries marginally more – 690 kg compared to 685 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia Sorento 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.

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Sorento

Kia Sorento

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 194 - 288 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 3.9 - 7 L/100km
  • Electric Range 55 km
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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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20 May 2026, 09:46:15

Only Kia.....to me better in every way than Hyundai

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Genesis GV80

The Genesis GV80 feels like a boutique hotel on wheels, with striking looks and an interior that wraps you in plush materials and thoughtful details. It pairs a serenely composed ride with clever tech, making it the kind of luxury SUV that lets you enjoy the good life without shouting about the badge.

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Genesis GV80

Costs and Consumption
Price
47,300 - 60,500 £
Price
59,400 - 75,600 £
Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.8 - 10.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
55 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
87 - 174 g/km
co2
231 - 241 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,855 - 2,110 kg
Curb weight
2,155 - 2,325 kg
Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
Trunk capacity
727 - 735 L
Length
-
Length
4,945 mm
Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,975 mm
Height
-
Height
1,715 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,144 - 2,152 L
Payload
162 - 685 kg
Payload
660 - 690 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
194 - 288 HP
Power HP
272 - 304 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
230 - 237 km/h
Torque
380 - 440 Nm
Torque
422 - 588 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
142 - 212 kW
Power kW
200 - 224 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 - 2,151 cm3
Engine capacity
2,497 - 2,996 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,021 - 2,022
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Kia
Brand
Genesis
What drive types are available for the Kia Sorento?

The Kia Sorento is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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