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.
Mazda CX-5 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30000 £, while the Kia Sorento costs 46000 £. That’s a price difference of around 16020 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Kia Sorento manages with 1.60 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Mazda CX-5 with 7 L. The difference is about 5.40 L per 100 km.
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 Kia Sorento has a clearly edge – offering 252 HP compared to 141 HP. That’s roughly 111 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia Sorento is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 8.80 s, while the Mazda CX-5 takes 10.50 s. That’s about 1.70 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Kia Sorento performs minimal better – reaching 201 km/h, while the Mazda CX-5 tops out at 195 km/h. The difference is around 6 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Kia Sorento pulls clearly stronger with 440 Nm compared to 238 Nm. That’s about 202 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Kia Sorento offers evident more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.
In curb weight, Mazda CX-5 is somewhat lighter – 1629 kg compared to 1854 kg. The difference is around 225 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Kia Sorento offers slightly more room – 705 L compared to 583 L. That’s a difference of about 122 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Kia Sorento performs barely noticeable better – up to 2100 L, which is about 81 L more than the Mazda CX-5.
Overall, the Kia Sorento shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
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 Mazda CX-5 blends elegant, athletic styling with a surprisingly engaging driving character, turning routine trips into small, satisfying adventures. Inside it feels thoughtfully built and comfortable, offering sensible practicality and a premium feel that punches above its price.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
46000 - 59300 £
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Price
30000 - 39500 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 7.2 L
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Consumption L/100km
7 - 7.4 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
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
37 - 174 g/km
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co2
157 - 168 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
47 - 67 L
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Fuel tank capacity
56 - 58 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
1854 - 2105 kg
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Curb weight
1629 - 1671 kg
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Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
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Trunk capacity
583 L
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Length
4810 - 4815 mm
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Length
4690 mm
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Width
1900 mm
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Width
1860 mm
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Height
1695 mm
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Height
1695 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1988 - 2100 L
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Max trunk capacity
2019 L
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Payload
455 - 684 kg
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Payload
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid, Diesel
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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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
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
194 - 252 HP
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Power HP
141 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 9.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.5 - 10.9 s
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Max Speed
183 - 201 km/h
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Max Speed
195 km/h
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Torque
367 - 440 Nm
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Torque
238 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
142 - 185 kW
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Power kW
104 kW
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Engine capacity
1598 - 2151 cm3
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Engine capacity
2488 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Mazda
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The Kia Sorento is available as All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.