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Kia Sorento vs Mercedes GLC comparison
Compare performance (288 HP vs 472 HP), boot space and price (47,300 £ vs 50,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sorento or Mercedes GLC?
Kia Sorento vs Mercedes GLC: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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.
Kia Sorento is marginally cheaper – starting at 47,300 £ , while the Mercedes GLC costs 50,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,022 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes GLC uses 1.6 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Kia Sorento with 3.9 L/100km. The difference is about 2.3 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes GLC offers clearly more range – reaching up to 128 km, about 73 km more than the Kia Sorento.
GLC
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 GLC offers markedly more power – delivering 472 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 184 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLC is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.2 s, while the Kia Sorento takes 8 s. That’s about 3.8 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLC delivers substantially more torque with 750 Nm compared to 440 Nm. That’s about 310 Nm more.
Sorento
Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Kia Sorento offers more seats – 7 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Kia Sorento is barely lighter – 1,855 kg compared to 1,985 kg. The difference is around 130 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Kia Sorento offers slightly more boot space – 705 L compared to 620 L. That’s a difference of about 85 L.
When it comes to payload, the Kia Sorento carries somewhat more – 685 kg compared to 575 kg. That’s a difference of about 110 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Mercedes GLC is decisively ahead 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.
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Mercedes GLC
Kia Sorento
Mercedes GLC
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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 GLC
The Mercedes GLC blends quiet refinement with premium materials to create a comfortable, modern cabin that feels more upscale than its size might suggest. It delivers composed handling and confident on-road manners while offering practical versatility and a strong suite of driver assistance and infotainment features.
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Kia Sorento
Mercedes GLC
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
47,300 - 60,500 £
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Price
50,300 - 82,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 7 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9.4 L/100km
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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
122 - 128 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
87 - 174 g/km
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co2
41 - 214 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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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
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,855 - 2,110 kg
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Curb weight
1,985 - 2,400 kg
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Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
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Trunk capacity
390 - 620 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,900 mm
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Width
1,890 - 1,920 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
162 - 685 kg
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Payload
475 - 575 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, 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
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
194 - 288 HP
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Power HP
186 - 472 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 9 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
380 - 440 Nm
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Torque
380 - 750 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Power kW
142 - 212 kW
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Power kW
137 - 347 kW
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Engine capacity
1,598 - 2,151 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B, E, F, G
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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