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Kia Sorento vs Mercedes EQB comparison

Compare performance (252 HP vs 292 HP), boot space and price (46,900 £ vs 45,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sorento or Mercedes EQB?

Kia Sorento vs Mercedes EQB: Key differences

Kia Sorento

  • a bit lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space
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Mercedes EQB

4.3 (3 Reviews)
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  • barely cheaper
  • slightly more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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:

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.

Mercedes EQB is barely cheaper – starting at 45,900 £ , while the Kia Sorento costs 46,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,008 £.

As for electric range, the Mercedes EQB offers significantly more range – reaching up to 535 km, about 480 km more than the Kia Sorento.

EQB

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 Mercedes EQB offers slightly more power – delivering 292 HP compared to 252 HP. That’s roughly 40 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes EQB is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.2 s, while the Kia Sorento takes 8 s. That’s about 1.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQB delivers moderately more torque with 520 Nm compared to 440 Nm. That’s about 80 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 a bit lighter – 1,855 kg compared to 2,105 kg. The difference is around 250 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia Sorento offers noticeably more boot space – 705 L compared to 495 L. That’s a difference of about 210 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Sorento carries clearly more – 685 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 250 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes EQB 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.

from £45,900
EQB

Mercedes EQB

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 190 - 292 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.2 - 17.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 468 - 535 km
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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 EQB

The Mercedes EQB is an electric compact SUV that dresses Mercedes' premium feel in practical clothing, with flexible seating and a serene, composed ride that turns everyday errands into a small luxury. It won't thrill the enthusiast, but for buyers who want a smart, spacious and well-made EV with tasteful tech and real-world usability, the EQB is a sensible, slightly buttoned-up choice that impresses without shouting.

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Mercedes EQB

Costs and Consumption
Price
46,900 - 60,100 £
Price
45,900 - 58,900 £
Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.2 - 17.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
55 km
Electric Range
468 - 535 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
70.5 kWh
co2
87 - 174 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,855 - 2,110 kg
Curb weight
2,105 - 2,170 kg
Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
Trunk capacity
495 L
Length
-
Length
4,684 mm
Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,834 mm
Height
-
Height
1,654 - 1,689 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,710 L
Payload
162 - 685 kg
Payload
435 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
194 - 252 HP
Power HP
190 - 292 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
160 km/h
Torque
380 - 440 Nm
Torque
385 - 520 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
142 - 212 kW
Power kW
140 - 215 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 - 2,151 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drive types are available for the Kia Sorento?

The Kia Sorento is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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