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Kia Sorento vs Jaecoo 7 comparison

Compare performance (252 HP vs 279 HP), boot space and price (46,900 £ vs 31,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sorento or Jaecoo 7?

Kia Sorento vs Jaecoo 7: Key differences

Kia Sorento

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  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter
  • significantly more trunk space
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Jaecoo 7

  • significantly cheaper
  • barely more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
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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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Jaecoo 7 is significantly cheaper – starting at 31,600 £ , while the Kia Sorento costs 46,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,249 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Jaecoo 7 uses 2.4 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Kia Sorento with 3.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.5 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Jaecoo 7 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 90 km, about 35 km more than the Kia Sorento.

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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 Jaecoo 7 offers barely more power – delivering 279 HP compared to 252 HP. That’s roughly 27 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia Sorento is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the Jaecoo 7 takes 8.5 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia Sorento delivers a bit more torque with 440 Nm compared to 365 Nm. That’s about 75 Nm more.

Sorento

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

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

In terms of curb weight, Kia Sorento is marginally lighter – 1,855 kg compared to 1,870 kg. The difference is around 15 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia Sorento offers significantly more boot space – 705 L compared to 340 L. That’s a difference of about 365 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Sorento carries clearly more – 685 kg compared to 440 kg. That’s a difference of about 245 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Jaecoo 7 leads convincingly 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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Jaecoo 7

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 279 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.4 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 90 km
Kia Sorento
Jaecoo 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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Jaecoo 7

The Jaecoo 7 is a striking compact SUV that pairs bold, modern styling with a spacious, well-equipped cabin aimed at families and tech-minded buyers. It offers strong value, a comfortable ride and plenty of gadgetry, though you should weigh dealer support and long-term ownership reputation when deciding.

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Kia Sorento
Jaecoo 7

Costs and Consumption

Price
46,900 - 60,100 £
Price
31,600 - 33,800 £
Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
55 km
Electric Range
90 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
87 - 174 g/km
co2
54 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
1,870 kg
Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
Trunk capacity
340 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
162 - 685 kg
Payload
440 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
194 - 252 HP
Power HP
279 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
380 - 440 Nm
Torque
365 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
142 - 212 kW
Power kW
205 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 - 2,151 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Kia
Brand
Jaecoo
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