What drivetrain options does the Kia Sorento have?

The Kia Sorento is available as All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

How powerful is the Kia Sorento's engine?

Up to 252 HP of power – depending on the configuration.

How much fuel does the Kia Sorento use?

Based on WLTP testing, consumption is around 1.60 L.

What is the Kia Sorento’s maximum WLTP range?

Depending on equipment, the WLTP range reaches up to 55 km.

What maximum speed does the Kia Sorento reach?

Depending on the model, top speed is 201 km/h.

What are the dimensions of the Kia Sorento?

The Kia Sorento measures 4815 mm long, 1900 mm wide and 1695 mm high.

Is the Lexus RX offered with different drivetrains?

The Lexus RX is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

What is the maximum horsepower of the Lexus RX?

The Lexus RX reaches a peak output of 371 HP, depending on the model.

How much fuel does the Lexus RX use?

Fuel consumption according to the manufacturer is 1.10 L.

What is the electric driving range of the Lexus RX?

Depending on equipment, the WLTP range reaches up to 68 km.

What is the Lexus RX’s trunk volume?

Depending on configuration, up to 461 L fit inside.

What are the Lexus RX’s length, width and height?

Length 4890 mm, width 1920 mm, height 1695 mm – those are the dimensions of the Lexus RX.

Kia Sorento vs Lexus RX - Differences and prices compared

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Kia Sorento has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 46000 £, while the Lexus RX costs 63500 £. That’s a price difference of around 17494 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Lexus RX manages with 1.10 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Kia Sorento with 1.60 L. The difference is about 0.50 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Lexus RX performs slightly better – achieving up to 68 km, about 13 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 Lexus RX has a distinct edge – offering 371 HP compared to 252 HP. That’s roughly 119 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus RX is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.20 s, while the Kia Sorento takes 8.80 s. That’s about 2.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Lexus RX performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Kia Sorento tops out at 201 km/h. The difference is around 9 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Lexus RX pulls distinct stronger with 551 Nm compared to 440 Nm. That’s about 111 Nm difference.

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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 noticeable more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Kia Sorento is slightly lighter – 1854 kg compared to 2040 kg. The difference is around 186 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia Sorento offers noticeable more room – 705 L compared to 461 L. That’s a difference of about 244 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Kia Sorento performs noticeable better – up to 2100 L, which is about 422 L more than the Lexus RX.

When it comes to payload, Kia Sorento minimal takes the win – 684 kg compared to 620 kg. That’s a difference of about 64 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Lexus RX proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Lexus RX is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Costs and Consumption
Price 46000 - 59300 £	Price 63500 - 84700 £
Consumption L/100km 1.6 - 7.2 L	Consumption L/100km 1.1 - 8 L
Consumption kWh/100km -	Consumption kWh/100km -
Electric Range 55 km	Electric Range 68 km
Battery Capacity -	Battery Capacity -
co2 37 - 174 g/km	co2 25 - 182 g/km
Fuel tank capacity 47 - 67 L	Fuel tank capacity 55 - 65 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type SUV	Body Type SUV
Seats 5 - 7	Seats 5
Doors 5	Doors 5
Curb weight 1854 - 2105 kg	Curb weight 2040 - 2185 kg
Trunk capacity 175 - 705 L	Trunk capacity 461 L
Length 4810 - 4815 mm	Length 4890 mm
Width 1900 mm	Width 1920 mm
Height 1695 mm	Height 1695 mm
Max trunk capacity 1988 - 2100 L	Max trunk capacity 1678 L
Payload 455 - 684 kg	Payload 575 - 620 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid, Diesel	Engine Type Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission Automatic	Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic	Transmission Detail CVT, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive	Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 194 - 252 HP	Power HP 250 - 371 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h 8.8 - 9.7 s	Acceleration 0-100km/h 6.2 - 7.9 s
Max Speed 183 - 201 km/h	Max Speed 200 - 210 km/h
Torque 367 - 440 Nm	Torque 551 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4	Number of Cylinders 4
Power kW 142 - 185 kW	Power kW 184 - 273 kW
Engine capacity 1598 - 2151 cm3	Engine capacity 2393 - 2487 cm3