Compare performance (288 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (47,300 £ vs 85,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sorento or Lotus Eletre?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Kia Sorento is significantly cheaper – starting at 47,300 £ , while the Lotus Eletre costs 85,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 38,400 £.
As for electric range, the Lotus Eletre offers significantly more range – reaching up to 570 km, about 515 km more than the Kia Sorento.
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 Lotus Eletre offers considerably more power – delivering 918 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 630 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Eletre is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3 s, while the Kia Sorento takes 8 s. That’s about 5 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Eletre delivers considerably more torque with 985 Nm compared to 440 Nm. That’s about 545 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Kia Sorento offers more seats – 7 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Kia Sorento is clearly lighter – 1,855 kg compared to 2,565 kg. The difference is around 710 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Kia Sorento offers marginally more boot space – 705 L compared to 688 L. That’s a difference of about 17 L.
When it comes to payload, the Kia Sorento carries clearly more – 685 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 200 kg.
The Lotus Eletre is far 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.
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.
detailsThe Lotus Eletre is a bold, electric SUV that finally lets Lotus step into the luxury EV arena without losing the brand's famed focus on razor-sharp handling and driver engagement. Inside, it pairs a futuristic, tech-heavy cabin with surprising comfort and poise — think of a sports car in evening wear, ready to sprint yet polite enough for the school run.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
47,300 - 60,500 £
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Price
85,700 - 138,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 7 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.5 - 28.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
55 km
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Electric Range
450 - 570 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
109 kWh
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co2
87 - 174 g/km
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co2
0 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
4
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Curb weight
1,855 - 2,110 kg
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Curb weight
2,565 - 2,745 kg
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Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
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Trunk capacity
688 L
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Length
-
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Length
5,103 mm
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Width
1,900 mm
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Width
2,060 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,630 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,532 L
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Payload
162 - 685 kg
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Payload
405 - 485 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
Electric
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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
Reduction Gearbox
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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 - 288 HP
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Power HP
612 - 918 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 - 4.5 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
258 - 265 km/h
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Torque
380 - 440 Nm
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Torque
710 - 985 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
142 - 212 kW
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Power kW
450 - 675 kW
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Engine capacity
1,598 - 2,151 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Lotus
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