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Kia Sorento vs Vauxhall Frontera – Which car suits you better?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sorento or Vauxhall Frontera?

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Vauxhall Frontera has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20500 £, while the Kia Sorento costs 46000 £. That’s a price difference of around 25535 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Kia Sorento manages with 1.60 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Vauxhall Frontera with 5.20 L. The difference is about 3.60 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Vauxhall Frontera performs significantly better – achieving up to 408 km, about 353 km more than the Kia Sorento.

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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 Kia Sorento has a clearly edge – offering 252 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 107 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia Sorento is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 8.80 s, while the Vauxhall Frontera takes 9 s. That’s about 0.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Kia Sorento performs barely noticeable better – reaching 201 km/h, while the Vauxhall Frontera tops out at 194 km/h. The difference is around 7 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Kia Sorento pulls convincingly stronger with 440 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 210 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 7 people.

In curb weight, Vauxhall Frontera is noticeable lighter – 1344 kg compared to 1854 kg. The difference is around 510 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia Sorento offers clearly perceptible more room – 705 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 245 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Kia Sorento performs noticeable better – up to 2100 L, which is about 500 L more than the Vauxhall Frontera.

When it comes to payload, Kia Sorento minimal takes the win – 684 kg compared to 644 kg. That’s a difference of about 40 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Kia Sorento proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Kia Sorento is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £46,000
Sorento @ Kia Corporation

Kia Sorento

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 194 - 252 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.6 - 7.2 L
  • Electric Range : 55 km

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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Vauxhall Frontera

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The Opel Frontera wears its rugged, go-anywhere intentions proudly, serving up a simple, no-nonsense package that feels as comfortable off the beaten track as it does at the supermarket. It won’t set hearts racing with glamour, but its honest practicality and rugged charm make it a smart pick for buyers who prefer substance over style.

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Vauxhall Frontera
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Costs and Consumption

Price
46000 - 59300 £
Price
20500 - 30000 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 7.2 L
Consumption L/100km
5.20 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 18.2 kWh
Electric Range
55 km
Electric Range
305 - 408 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
37 - 174 g/km
co2
0 - 119 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
47 - 67 L
Fuel tank capacity
44 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1854 - 2105 kg
Curb weight
1344 - 1610 kg
Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
Trunk capacity
460 L
Length
4810 - 4815 mm
Length
4385 mm
Width
1900 mm
Width
1795 mm
Height
1695 mm
Height
1635 mm
Max trunk capacity
1988 - 2100 L
Max trunk capacity
1600 L
Payload
455 - 684 kg
Payload
436 - 644 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid, Diesel
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
194 - 252 HP
Power HP
110 - 145 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 14.2 s
Max Speed
183 - 201 km/h
Max Speed
143 - 194 km/h
Torque
367 - 440 Nm
Torque
125 - 230 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
142 - 185 kW
Power kW
81 - 107 kW
Engine capacity
1598 - 2151 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
Brand
Kia
Brand
Vauxhall
What drivetrain options does the Kia Sorento have?

The Kia Sorento is available as All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.