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Kia Sorento vs Lotus Emeya comparison
Compare performance (288 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (47,300 £ vs 92,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sorento or Lotus Emeya?
Kia Sorento vs Lotus Emeya: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Sorento
Costs and Efficiency:
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 Emeya costs 92,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 45,257 £.
As for electric range, the Lotus Emeya offers clearly more range – reaching up to 580 km, about 525 km more than the Kia Sorento.
Emeya
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 Lotus Emeya offers significantly 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 Emeya is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the Kia Sorento takes 8 s. That’s about 5.2 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Emeya delivers significantly more torque with 985 Nm compared to 440 Nm. That’s about 545 Nm more.
Sorento
Space and Everyday Use:
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Seats: Kia Sorento offers more seats – 7 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Kia Sorento is visibly lighter – 1,855 kg compared to 2,555 kg. The difference is around 700 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Kia Sorento offers noticeably more boot space – 705 L compared to 509 L. That’s a difference of about 196 L.
When it comes to payload, the Kia Sorento carries markedly more – 685 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 140 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Lotus Emeya is decisively ahead 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.
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Lotus Emeya
Kia Sorento
Lotus Emeya
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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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Lotus Emeya
The Lotus Emeya arrives as a sleek electric grand tourer that manages to marry Lotus' trademark razor-sharp handling with enough practicality for daily life, so you can enjoy a corner with a grin and still fit the shopping. Inside it feels surprisingly grown-up — plush materials, smart tech and a driver-focused cockpit make it a tempting choice for buyers who want electric performance without losing the joy of driving.
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Kia Sorento
Lotus Emeya
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
47,300 - 60,500 £
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Price
92,600 - 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
18.7 - 22.4 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
55 km
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Electric Range
485 - 580 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
98.9 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
Hatchback
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Seats
5 - 7
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,855 - 2,110 kg
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Curb weight
2,555 - 2,650 kg
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Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
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Trunk capacity
509 L
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Length
-
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Length
5,139 mm
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Width
1,900 mm
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Width
2,005 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,459 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,388 L
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Payload
162 - 685 kg
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Payload
450 - 545 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
2.8 - 4.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
250 - 256 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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