Compare performance (252 HP vs 306 HP), boot space and price (46900 £ vs 42800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sorento or Mitsubishi Outlander?
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.
Mitsubishi Outlander has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 42800 £ , while the Kia Sorento costs 46900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4029 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mitsubishi Outlander manages with 2.60 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Kia Sorento with 3.90 L. The difference is about 1.30 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Mitsubishi Outlander performs clearly perceptible better – achieving up to 85 km, about 30 km more than the Kia Sorento.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the Mitsubishi Outlander has a a bit edge – offering 306 HP compared to 252 HP. That’s roughly 54 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mitsubishi Outlander is minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 7.90 s, while the Kia Sorento takes 8 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.
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 distinct more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.
In curb weight, Kia Sorento is slightly lighter – 1855 kg compared to 2070 kg. The difference is around 215 kg.
When it comes to payload, Kia Sorento to a small extent takes the win – 685 kg compared to 595 kg. That’s a difference of about 90 kg.
The Mitsubishi Outlander holds a decisive overall lead 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.
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.
detailsThe Mitsubishi Outlander is a sensible family SUV that blends roomy practicality with a calm, assured ride—ideal for school runs and weekend getaways. It won’t set pulses racing, but its tidy interior, straightforward equipment and low-stress ownership make it a smart, unfussy pick for buyers who prefer reliability over flash.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
46900 - 60100 £
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Price
42800 - 53000 £
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Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 7 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.6 - 2.7 L
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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
83 - 85 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
60 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
1855 - 2110 kg
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Curb weight
2070 - 2120 kg
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Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
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Length
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Width
1900 mm
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Width
1862 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
545 - 595 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
Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
-
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
-
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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 - 252 HP
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Power HP
306 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.90 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
-
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
142 - 212 kW
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Power kW
225 kW
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Engine capacity
1598 - 2151 cm3
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Engine capacity
2360 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025 - 2026
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Mitsubishi
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The Kia Sorento is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.