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Kia Sorento vs Vauxhall Frontera comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 145 HP), boot space and price (47,300 £ vs 20,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sorento or Vauxhall Frontera?

Kia Sorento vs Vauxhall Frontera: Key differences

Kia Sorento

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • visibly more efficient
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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Vauxhall Frontera

4.1 (7 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly more electric range
  • clearly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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.

Vauxhall Frontera is clearly cheaper – starting at 20,700 £ , while the Kia Sorento costs 47,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 26,571 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Sorento uses 3.9 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Vauxhall Frontera with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 1.3 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Vauxhall Frontera offers significantly more range – reaching up to 400 km, about 345 km more than the Kia Sorento.

Frontera

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 offers substantially more power – delivering 288 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 143 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia Sorento is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the Vauxhall Frontera takes 9.1 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia Sorento delivers clearly more torque with 440 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 210 Nm more.

Sorento

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 terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Frontera is clearly lighter – 1,394 kg compared to 1,855 kg. The difference is around 461 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia Sorento offers visibly more boot space – 705 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 245 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Sorento carries slightly more – 685 kg compared to 570 kg. That’s a difference of about 115 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Frontera holds a narrow 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.

from £20,700
Frontera

Vauxhall Frontera

  • Engine Type Electric, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 110 - 145 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.2 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.7 - 18.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 308 - 400 km
Kia Sorento
Vauxhall Frontera

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Vauxhall Frontera

The Opel Frontera is a rugged, no-nonsense SUV that balances off-road capability with comfortable everyday driving. It offers straightforward mechanics and a practical cabin, making it a sensible choice for buyers who value durability over flash.

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Kia Sorento
Vauxhall Frontera

Costs and Consumption

Price
47,300 - 60,500 £
Price
20,700 - 30,000 £
Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 18.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
55 km
Electric Range
308 - 400 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
87 - 174 g/km
co2
0 - 118 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,855 - 2,110 kg
Curb weight
1,394 - 1,610 kg
Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
Trunk capacity
460 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
162 - 685 kg
Payload
436 - 570 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
194 - 288 HP
Power HP
110 - 145 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 14.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
380 - 440 Nm
Torque
125 - 230 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
142 - 212 kW
Power kW
81 - 107 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 - 2,151 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
Brand
Kia
Brand
Vauxhall
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