Compare performance (252 HP vs 551 HP), boot space and price (46900 £ vs 68600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sorento or Hongqi E-HS9?
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.
Kia Sorento has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 46900 £ , while the Hongqi E-HS9 costs 68600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21690 £.
As for electric range, the Hongqi E-HS9 performs clearly better – achieving up to 515 km, about 460 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 Hongqi E-HS9 has a clearly edge – offering 551 HP compared to 252 HP. That’s roughly 299 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hongqi E-HS9 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.90 s, while the Kia Sorento takes 8 s. That’s about 3.10 s faster.
There’s also a difference in torque: Hongqi E-HS9 pulls distinct stronger with 670 Nm compared to 440 Nm. That’s about 230 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 7 people.
In curb weight, Kia Sorento is convincingly lighter – 1855 kg compared to 2705 kg. The difference is around 850 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Kia Sorento offers clearly more room – 705 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 705 L.
When it comes to payload, Kia Sorento evident takes the win – 685 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 210 kg.
The Hongqi E-HS9 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 Hongqi E-HS9 arrives like a modern state limousine rewired into an electric SUV, all imposing chrome, tall presence and an interior that aims to cocoon occupants in luxury. It's serenely quiet and packed with tech, offering a compelling, slightly quirky alternative to established European luxury SUVs for buyers who want drama as much as comfort.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
46900 - 60100 £
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Price
68600 - 88300 £
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Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 7 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.40 kWh
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Electric Range
55 km
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Electric Range
465 - 515 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
6 - 7
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1855 - 2110 kg
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Curb weight
2705 - 2777 kg
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Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
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Trunk capacity
0 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1900 mm
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Width
2010 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
162 - 685 kg
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Payload
455 - 475 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
551 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.90 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
380 - 440 Nm
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Torque
670 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
405 kW
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Engine capacity
1598 - 2151 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2025 - 2026
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Model Year
2024
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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
Hongqi
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The Kia Sorento is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.