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Kia Sorento vs Polestar 4 comparison
Compare performance (288 HP vs 544 HP), boot space and price (47,300 £ vs 53,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sorento or Polestar 4?
Kia Sorento vs Polestar 4: 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:
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.
Kia Sorento is moderately cheaper – starting at 47,300 £ , while the Polestar 4 costs 53,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,752 £.
As for electric range, the Polestar 4 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 620 km, about 565 km more than the Kia Sorento.
4
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 Polestar 4 offers significantly more power – delivering 544 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 256 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 4 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Kia Sorento takes 8 s. That’s about 4.2 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 4 delivers clearly more torque with 686 Nm compared to 440 Nm. That’s about 246 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.
Seats: Kia Sorento offers more seats – 7 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Kia Sorento is visibly lighter – 1,855 kg compared to 2,230 kg. The difference is around 375 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Kia Sorento offers markedly more boot space – 705 L compared to 526 L. That’s a difference of about 179 L.
When it comes to payload, the Kia Sorento carries visibly more – 685 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 230 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Polestar 4 is far ahead 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.
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Polestar 4
Kia Sorento
Polestar 4
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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 4
The Polestar 4 wears a coupe-like profile and a Scandinavian-minimal interior that feels premium and unexpectedly roomy, with composed handling that makes urban driving and country roads a pleasure. For buyers who want an electric car that turns heads without shouting, the Polestar 4 is a stylish, clever choice that balances practicality with personality.
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Kia Sorento
Polestar 4
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
47,300 - 60,500 £
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Price
53,100 - 59,900 £
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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
17.8 - 19 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
55 km
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Electric Range
590 - 620 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
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
-
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Curb weight
1,855 - 2,110 kg
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Curb weight
2,230 - 2,355 kg
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Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
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Trunk capacity
526 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,900 mm
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Width
2,008 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
455 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
194 - 288 HP
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Power HP
272 - 544 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.1 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
343 - 686 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
200 - 400 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
2026
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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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