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Kia Sorento vs Mazda CX-5 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (252 HP vs 141 HP), boot space and price (46000 £ vs 30000 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sorento or Mazda CX-5?

Kia Sorento

Mazda CX-5

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

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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.

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.

CX-5 @ Mazda Motor Corporation

Engine and Performance:

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.

Sorento @ Kia Corporation

Space and Everyday Use:

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.

Who comes out on top?

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.

from about £46,000
Sorento @ Kia Corporation

Kia Sorento

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 194 - 252 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.6 - 7.2 L
  • Electric Range : 55 km
Kia Sorento
Mazda CX-5

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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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Mazda CX-5

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The 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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Kia Sorento
Mazda CX-5
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CX-5 @ Mazda Motor Corporation

Costs and Consumption

Price
46000 - 59300 £
Price
30000 - 39500 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 7.2 L
Consumption L/100km
7 - 7.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
55 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
37 - 174 g/km
co2
157 - 168 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
47 - 67 L
Fuel tank capacity
56 - 58 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
1629 - 1671 kg
Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
Trunk capacity
583 L
Length
4810 - 4815 mm
Length
4690 mm
Width
1900 mm
Width
1860 mm
Height
1695 mm
Height
1695 mm
Max trunk capacity
1988 - 2100 L
Max trunk capacity
2019 L
Payload
455 - 684 kg
Payload
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Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
194 - 252 HP
Power HP
141 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.5 - 10.9 s
Max Speed
183 - 201 km/h
Max Speed
195 km/h
Torque
367 - 440 Nm
Torque
238 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
142 - 185 kW
Power kW
104 kW
Engine capacity
1598 - 2151 cm3
Engine capacity
2488 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
Kia
Brand
Mazda
What drivetrain options does the Kia Sorento have?

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.