Kia Sorento vs Mercedes GLB - Differences and prices compared

Q: How powerful is the Kia Sorento's engine?

Up to 252 HP of power – depending on the configuration.

Q: How much fuel does the Kia Sorento use?

Based on WLTP testing, consumption is around 1.60 L.

Q: What is the Kia Sorento’s maximum WLTP range?

Depending on equipment, the WLTP range reaches up to 55 km.

Q: What maximum speed does the Kia Sorento reach?

Depending on the model, top speed is 183 km/h.

Q: What are the dimensions of the Kia Sorento?

The Kia Sorento measures 4815 mm long, 1900 mm wide and 1695 mm high.

Q: What drivetrain options does the Mercedes GLB have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

Q: How much power does the Mercedes GLB deliver on the road?

Depending on the version, the Mercedes GLB delivers up to 320 HP.

Q: How much fuel does the Mercedes GLB use?

Based on WLTP testing, consumption is around 5.60 L.

Q: What is the top speed of the Mercedes GLB?

The Mercedes GLB reaches up to 250 km/h.

Compare performance (252 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (46900 £ vs 40500 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sorento or Mercedes GLB?

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Kia Sorento

Mercedes GLB

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.

Mercedes GLB has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 40500 £, while the Kia Sorento costs 46900 £. That’s a price difference of around 6368 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Kia Sorento manages with 1.60 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Mercedes GLB with 5.60 L. The difference is about 4 L per 100 km.

GLB

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 GLB has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 320 HP compared to 252 HP. That’s roughly 68 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLB is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 5.50 s, while the Kia Sorento takes 8.80 s. That’s about 3.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLB performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Kia Sorento tops out at 183 km/h. The difference is around 67 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Kia Sorento pulls minimal stronger with 440 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm difference.

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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 noticeable more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Mercedes GLB is a bit lighter – 1640 kg compared to 1855 kg. The difference is around 215 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia Sorento offers to a small extent more room – 705 L compared to 570 L. That’s a difference of about 135 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Kia Sorento performs somewhat better – up to 2077 L, which is about 272 L more than the Mercedes GLB.

When it comes to payload, Kia Sorento distinct takes the win – 685 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 185 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Kia Sorento shows itself to be is largely superior 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 £46,900

Kia Sorento

Price : 46900 - 59300 £
Body Type : SUV
Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid, Diesel
Transmission : Automatic
Transmission Detail : Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP : 194 - 252 HP
Consumption L/100km : 1.6 - 7 L
Electric Range : 55 km
Seats : 5 - 7
Acceleration 0-100km/h : 8.8 - 9.7 s
Model Year : 2024 - 2025
Max Speed : 183 km/h
Torque : 367 - 440 Nm
Number of Cylinders : 4
Doors : 5
Model : Sorento
Modell : Sorento 1.6 T-GDI Plug-in-Hybrid, Sorento 1.6 TGDi Hybrid, Sorento 2.2 CRDi
CO2 Efficiency Class : B, E, F
Trim Level : Vision AWD Automatik (5-Sitzer), Platinum AWD Automatik (5-Sitzer), Platinum AWD Automatik (6-Sitzer), Platinum AWD Automatik (7-Sitzer), Spirit AWD Automatik (5-Sitzer), Spirit AWD Automatik (7-Sitzer), Plug&Ride AWD Automatik (5-Sitzer), Plug&Ride AWD Automatik (7-Sitzer), Vision 2WD Automatik (5-Sitzer), Spirit 2WD Automatik (5-Sitzer), Vision AWD DCT8 (5-Sitzer), Spirit 2WD Automatik (7-Sitzer), Spirit AWD DCT8 (5-Sitzer), Spirit AWD DCT8 (7-Sitzer), Platinum AWD DCT8 (5-Sitzer), Platinum AWD DCT8 (6-Sitzer), Platinum AWD DCT8 (7-Sitzer)
Power kW : 142 - 185 kW
co2 : 37 - 174 g/km
Engine capacity : 1598 - 2151 cm3
Curb weight : 1855 - 2105 kg
Fuel tank capacity : 47 L
Trunk capacity : 175 - 705 L
Length : 4810 - 4815 mm
Width : 1900 mm
Height : 1695 mm
Brand : Kia
Max trunk capacity : 1988 - 2077 L
Payload : 162 - 685 kg

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Costs and Consumption
Price 46900 - 59300 £	Price 40500 - 65300 £
Consumption L/100km 1.6 - 7 L	Consumption L/100km 5.6 - 9 L
Consumption kWh/100km -	Consumption kWh/100km -
Electric Range 55 km	Electric Range -
Battery Capacity -	Battery Capacity -
co2 37 - 174 g/km	co2 146 - 204 g/km
Fuel tank capacity 47 L	Fuel tank capacity 52 - 60 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type SUV	Body Type SUV
Seats 5 - 7	Seats 5
Doors 5	Doors 5
Curb weight 1855 - 2105 kg	Curb weight 1640 - 1820 kg
Trunk capacity 175 - 705 L	Trunk capacity 565 - 570 L
Length 4810 - 4815 mm	Length 4634 - 4650 mm
Width 1900 mm	Width 1834 - 1850 mm
Height 1695 mm	Height 1665 - 1692 mm
Max trunk capacity 1988 - 2077 L	Max trunk capacity 1800 - 1805 L
Payload 162 - 685 kg	Payload 500 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid, Diesel	Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission Automatic	Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic	Transmission Detail Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive	Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP 194 - 252 HP	Power HP 116 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h 8.8 - 9.7 s	Acceleration 0-100km/h 5.5 - 11.5 s
Max Speed 183 km/h	Max Speed 188 - 250 km/h
Torque 367 - 440 Nm	Torque 230 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4	Number of Cylinders 4
Power kW 142 - 185 kW	Power kW 85 - 235 kW
Engine capacity 1598 - 2151 cm3	Engine capacity 1332 - 1991 cm3