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Kia Sorento vs KGM Tivoli comparison

Compare performance (252 HP vs 163 HP), boot space and price (46,900 £ vs 16,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sorento or KGM Tivoli?

Kia Sorento vs KGM Tivoli: Key differences

Kia Sorento

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  • markedly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • substantially more trunk space
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KGM Tivoli

  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

KGM Tivoli is clearly cheaper – starting at 16,300 £ , while the Kia Sorento costs 46,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 30,600 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Sorento uses 3.9 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the KGM Tivoli with 7.1 L/100km. The difference is about 3.2 L/100km.

Tivoli

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Kia Sorento offers markedly more power – delivering 252 HP compared to 163 HP. That’s roughly 89 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia Sorento delivers visibly more torque with 440 Nm compared to 280 Nm. That’s about 160 Nm more.

Sorento

Space and Everyday Use:

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

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

In terms of curb weight, KGM Tivoli is clearly lighter – 1,300 kg compared to 1,855 kg. The difference is around 555 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia Sorento offers substantially more boot space – 705 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 310 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Sorento carries noticeably more – 685 kg compared to 503 kg. That’s a difference of about 182 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia Sorento 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.

from £46,900
Sorento

Kia Sorento

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 194 - 252 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 3.9 - 7 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 55 km
Kia Sorento
KGM Tivoli

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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KGM Tivoli

The Tivoli is a compact crossover that blends stylish design with practical packaging, making it comfortable and easy to live with in everyday driving. Its composed ride and intuitive controls suit city runs and weekend trips alike, offering good value for buyers seeking a versatile, no-nonsense small SUV.

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Kia Sorento
KGM Tivoli

Costs and Consumption

Price
46,900 - 60,100 £
Price
16,300 - 27,300 £
Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 8.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
55 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
87 - 174 g/km
co2
162 - 192 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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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
1,300 - 1,417 kg
Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
Trunk capacity
395 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,810 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
162 - 685 kg
Payload
473 - 503 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
194 - 252 HP
Power HP
163 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
380 - 440 Nm
Torque
260 - 280 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
142 - 212 kW
Power kW
120 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 - 2,151 cm3
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3

General

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