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Kia Sorento vs Land Rover Discovery Sport - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (252 HP vs 269 HP), boot space and price (46900 £ vs 46500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sorento or Land Rover Discovery Sport?
Sorento
Costs and Efficiency:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Land Rover Discovery Sport has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 46500 £ , while the Kia Sorento costs 46900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 420 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Kia Sorento manages with 1.60 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Land Rover Discovery Sport with 4.20 L. The difference is about 2.60 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Land Rover Discovery Sport performs barely noticeable better – achieving up to 58 km, about 3 km more than the Kia Sorento.
Discovery Sport
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 Land Rover Discovery Sport has a barely noticeable edge – offering 269 HP compared to 252 HP. That’s roughly 17 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Land Rover Discovery Sport is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 7.40 s, while the Kia Sorento takes 8.80 s. That’s about 1.40 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Land Rover Discovery Sport performs slightly better – reaching 209 km/h, while the Kia Sorento tops out at 183 km/h. The difference is around 26 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Land Rover Discovery Sport pulls to a small extent stronger with 540 Nm compared to 440 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm difference.
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Sorento
Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Kia Sorento offers noticeable more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.
In curb weight, Kia Sorento is minimal lighter – 1855 kg compared to 1949 kg. The difference is around 94 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Land Rover Discovery Sport offers barely noticeable more room – 780 L compared to 705 L. That’s a difference of about 75 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Kia Sorento performs evident better – up to 2077 L, which is about 503 L more than the Land Rover Discovery Sport.
When it comes to payload, Kia Sorento hardly perceptible takes the win – 685 kg compared to 641 kg. That’s a difference of about 44 kg.
Who wins the race?
The Kia Sorento proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Kia Sorento is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
from about £46,900
Kia Sorento
Kia Sorento
Land Rover Discovery Sport
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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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Land Rover Discovery Sport
5 (1 Reviews)
Discovery Sport wears Land Rover’s rugged badge with compact poise, blending a comfortable, well-crafted cabin and genuine off-road confidence for buyers who want versatility without showroom bluster. It settles smoothly on the road with composed manners and a cheeky British charm, making it an appealing pick for families who crave practicality with a hint of adventure.
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Kia Sorento
Land Rover Discovery Sport
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
46900 - 59300 £
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Price
46500 - 65700 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 7 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 7.1 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
55 km
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Electric Range
58 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
12 kWh
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co2
37 - 174 g/km
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co2
95 - 187 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
47 L
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Fuel tank capacity
58 - 65 L
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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
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1855 - 2105 kg
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Curb weight
1949 - 2168 kg
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Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
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Trunk capacity
780 L
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Length
4810 - 4815 mm
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Length
4597 mm
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Width
1900 mm
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Width
1894 mm
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Height
1695 mm
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Height
1727 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1988 - 2077 L
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Max trunk capacity
1574 L
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Payload
162 - 685 kg
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Payload
582 - 641 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid, Diesel
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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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
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-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
163 - 269 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 9.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.2 s
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Max Speed
183 km/h
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Max Speed
190 - 209 km/h
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Torque
367 - 440 Nm
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Torque
380 - 540 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
142 - 185 kW
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Power kW
120 - 198 kW
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Engine capacity
1598 - 2151 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1998 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Land Rover
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What drivetrain options does the Kia Sorento have?
The Kia Sorento is available as All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.
The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.