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Kia Sorento vs Mercedes GLE comparison
Compare performance (288 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (47,300 £ vs 78,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sorento or Mercedes GLE?
Kia Sorento vs Mercedes GLE: 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:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Kia Sorento is significantly cheaper – starting at 47,300 £ , while the Mercedes GLE costs 78,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 31,607 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes GLE uses 3.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Kia Sorento with 3.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.7 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes GLE offers substantially more range – reaching up to 104 km, about 49 km more than the Kia Sorento.
GLE
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 GLE offers significantly 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 GLE is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Kia Sorento takes 8 s. That’s about 3.5 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLE delivers substantially 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, Kia Sorento is visibly lighter – 1,855 kg compared to 2,390 kg. The difference is around 535 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Kia Sorento offers very slightly more boot space – 705 L compared to 655 L. That’s a difference of about 50 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLE carries a bit more – 770 kg compared to 685 kg. That’s a difference of about 85 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Mercedes GLE is clearly superior 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 £78,900
Mercedes GLE
Kia Sorento
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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 GLE
The Mercedes GLE blends luxurious comfort with a confident road presence, wrapping tech and refinement in an SUV shape that still knows how to behave on a twisty back road. Inside it's plush and quiet, with clever storage and driver aids that make long trips effortless — plus the badge gives it that easy-to-respect curb appeal.
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Kia Sorento
Mercedes GLE
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
47,300 - 60,500 £
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Price
78,900 - 115,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 7 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
3.2 - 10.6 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
91 - 104 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
72 - 241 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
2,390 - 2,815 kg
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Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
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Trunk capacity
485 - 655 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,900 mm
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Width
2,010 - 2,018 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
495 - 770 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
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel 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
309 - 585 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.2 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
560 - 750 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
6
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Power kW
142 - 212 kW
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Power kW
227 - 430 kW
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Engine capacity
1,598 - 2,151 cm3
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Engine capacity
2,989 - 2,999 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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