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Kia Sorento vs Lexus RX comparison
Compare performance (252 HP vs 371 HP), boot space and price (46,900 £ vs 63,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sorento or Lexus RX?
Sorento
Costs and Efficiency:
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 is noticeably cheaper – starting at 46,900 £ , while the Lexus RX costs 63,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,423 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus RX uses 3.3 L/100km and is moderately more efficient than the Kia Sorento with 3.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.6 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Lexus RX offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 67 km, about 12 km more than the Kia Sorento.
RX
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 Lexus RX offers visibly more power – delivering 371 HP compared to 252 HP. That’s roughly 119 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus RX is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.2 s, while the Kia Sorento takes 8 s. That’s about 1.8 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Lexus RX delivers clearly more torque with 551 Nm compared to 440 Nm. That’s about 111 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, Kia Sorento is only slightly lighter – 1,855 kg compared to 2,040 kg. The difference is around 185 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Kia Sorento offers clearly more boot space – 705 L compared to 461 L. That’s a difference of about 244 L.
When it comes to payload, the Kia Sorento carries barely more – 685 kg compared to 620 kg. That’s a difference of about 65 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Lexus RX is clearly 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 £63,300
Lexus RX
Kia Sorento
Lexus RX
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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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Lexus RX
The Lexus RX glides through city streets with the kind of hushed refinement that turns mundane commutes into a private lounge. It mixes plush comfort and polished practicality in a package that suits buyers who want to arrive relaxed and a touch smug.
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Kia Sorento
Lexus RX
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
46,900 - 60,100 £
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Price
63,300 - 87,400 £
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Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 7 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 8.1 L/100km
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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
67 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
75 - 183 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
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,855 - 2,110 kg
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Curb weight
2,040 - 2,185 kg
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Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
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Trunk capacity
461 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,900 mm
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Width
1,920 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
575 - 620 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
Full Hybrid, 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, CVT
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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
207 - 371 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 7.9 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
551 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
142 - 212 kW
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Power kW
152 - 273 kW
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Engine capacity
1,598 - 2,151 cm3
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Engine capacity
2,393 - 2,487 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, B
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Lexus
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