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Kia Sorento vs Polestar 3 comparison
Compare performance (252 HP vs 517 HP), boot space and price (46,900 £ vs 67,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sorento or Polestar 3?
Sorento
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Kia Sorento is clearly cheaper – starting at 46,900 £ , while the Polestar 3 costs 67,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,485 £.
As for electric range, the Polestar 3 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 706 km, about 651 km more than the Kia Sorento.
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Engine and Performance:
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 Polestar 3 offers significantly more power – delivering 517 HP compared to 252 HP. That’s roughly 265 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 3 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.7 s, while the Kia Sorento takes 8 s. That’s about 3.3 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 3 delivers clearly more torque with 910 Nm compared to 440 Nm. That’s about 470 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 markedly lighter – 1,855 kg compared to 2,575 kg. The difference is around 720 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Kia Sorento offers noticeably more boot space – 705 L compared to 484 L. That’s a difference of about 221 L.
When it comes to payload, the Kia Sorento carries markedly more – 685 kg compared to 496 kg. That’s a difference of about 189 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Polestar 3 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.
from £67,400
Polestar 3
Kia Sorento
Polestar 3
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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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Polestar 3
Polestar 3 arrives as a Scandinavian-styled electric SUV that marries minimalist design with a statuesque presence, looking smarter than most in the car park. Inside, the cabin feels airy and thoughtful, with tech and driving manners that lean toward composed comfort rather than outright drama — perfect for buyers who want electric prestige without shouting about it.
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Kia Sorento
Polestar 3
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
46,900 - 60,100 £
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Price
67,400 - 79,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 7 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
55 km
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Electric Range
567 - 706 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
107 kWh
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co2
87 - 174 g/km
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co2
0 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
5
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Curb weight
1,855 - 2,110 kg
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Curb weight
2,575 - 2,584 kg
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Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
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Trunk capacity
484 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,900 mm
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Width
1,900 mm
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Width
1,935 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,614 - 1,618 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,411 L
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Payload
162 - 685 kg
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Payload
285 - 496 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
Electric
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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
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
194 - 252 HP
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Power HP
299 - 517 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7.8 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
180 - 210 km/h
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Torque
380 - 440 Nm
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Torque
490 - 910 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
142 - 212 kW
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Power kW
220 - 380 kW
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Engine capacity
1,598 - 2,151 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Polestar
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