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Kia Sorento vs Mercedes E-Class comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (47,300 £ vs 50,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sorento or Mercedes E-Class?

Kia Sorento vs Mercedes E-Class: Key differences

Kia Sorento

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • only slightly cheaper
  • noticeably more trunk space
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Mercedes E-Class

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • significantly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Sorento

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Kia Sorento is only slightly cheaper – starting at 47,300 £ , while the Mercedes E-Class costs 50,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,185 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes E-Class uses 1.5 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Kia Sorento with 3.9 L/100km. The difference is about 2.4 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes E-Class offers significantly more range – reaching up to 116 km, about 61 km more than the Kia Sorento.

E-Class

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 Mercedes E-Class offers considerably more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 297 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes E-Class is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Kia Sorento takes 8 s. That’s about 4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes E-Class delivers clearly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 440 Nm. That’s about 310 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, Mercedes E-Class is barely lighter – 1,810 kg compared to 1,855 kg. The difference is around 45 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia Sorento offers noticeably more boot space – 705 L compared to 540 L. That’s a difference of about 165 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Sorento carries only slightly more – 685 kg compared to 640 kg. That’s a difference of about 45 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes E-Class stands well ahead of its rival 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.

from £50,500
E-Class

Mercedes E-Class

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 186 - 585 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.5 - 7.5 L/100km
  • Electric Range 101 - 116 km
Kia Sorento
Mercedes E-Class

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Mercedes E-Class

The Mercedes E‑Class is the executive saloon that balances calm refinement with a hint of sporting intent, wrapping luxury in tasteful understatement. It pampers occupants with a composed ride and intuitive tech while quietly reminding you that it’s still very much a Mercedes — authoritative, polished, and unwilling to shout for attention.

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Kia Sorento
Mercedes E-Class

Costs and Consumption

Price
47,300 - 60,500 £
Price
50,500 - 119,700 £
Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
55 km
Electric Range
101 - 116 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
87 - 174 g/km
co2
39 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,855 - 2,110 kg
Curb weight
1,810 - 2,390 kg
Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,880 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
162 - 685 kg
Payload
530 - 640 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
194 - 288 HP
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
380 - 440 Nm
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
142 - 212 kW
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 - 2,151 cm3
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, D
Brand
Kia
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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