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Kia Sorento vs Hyundai IONIQ 5 comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 229 HP), boot space and price (47,300 £ vs 43,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sorento or Hyundai IONIQ 5?

Kia Sorento vs Hyundai IONIQ 5: Key differences

Kia Sorento

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • only slightly lighter
  • markedly more trunk space
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Hyundai IONIQ 5

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • very slightly cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
  • barely 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:

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.

Hyundai IONIQ 5 is very slightly cheaper – starting at 43,300 £ , while the Kia Sorento costs 47,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,977 £.

As for electric range, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 570 km, about 515 km more than the Kia Sorento.

IONIQ 5

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 offers markedly more power – delivering 288 HP compared to 229 HP. That’s roughly 59 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 7.5 s, while the Kia Sorento takes 8 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia Sorento delivers markedly more torque with 440 Nm compared to 350 Nm. That’s about 90 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 only slightly lighter – 1,855 kg compared to 1,955 kg. The difference is around 100 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia Sorento offers markedly 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 clearly more – 685 kg compared to 530 kg. That’s a difference of about 155 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 is far ahead 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.

from £43,300
IONIQ 5

Hyundai IONIQ 5

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 170 - 229 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.6 - 16 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 440 - 570 km
Kia Sorento
Hyundai IONIQ 5

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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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Hyundai IONIQ 5

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 looks like a spaceship that moved into suburbia, pairing bold retro‑futuristic styling with a roomy, cleverly laid-out cabin that makes long trips surprisingly comfortable. Its electric character delivers instant, silky acceleration and low running costs, making it a smart, slightly cheeky pick for buyers who want tech, practicality and personality without the drama.

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Kia Sorento
Hyundai IONIQ 5

Costs and Consumption

Price
47,300 - 60,500 £
Price
43,300 - 46,100 £
Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 16 kWh/100km
Electric Range
55 km
Electric Range
440 - 570 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
1,955 - 2,060 kg
Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
Trunk capacity
520 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
162 - 685 kg
Payload
515 - 530 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
Power HP
194 - 288 HP
Power HP
170 - 229 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 8.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
380 - 440 Nm
Torque
350 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
142 - 212 kW
Power kW
125 - 168 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 - 2,151 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
Hyundai
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