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Kia Sorento vs Renault Austral – Which one offers the better deal?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Kia Sorento or Renault Austral fits your lifestyle better.

Kia Sorento

Renault Austral

5 (2 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Renault Austral has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29700 £, while the Kia Sorento costs 46000 £. That’s a price difference of around 16278 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Kia Sorento manages with 1.60 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Renault Austral with 4.80 L. The difference is about 3.20 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Kia Sorento has a evident edge – offering 252 HP compared to 200 HP. That’s roughly 52 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Austral is minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 8.40 s, while the Kia Sorento takes 8.80 s. That’s about 0.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Kia Sorento performs somewhat better – reaching 201 km/h, while the Renault Austral tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 21 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Kia Sorento pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 440 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 170 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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 clearly perceptible more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Renault Austral is noticeable lighter – 1539 kg compared to 1854 kg. The difference is around 315 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia Sorento offers evident more room – 705 L compared to 555 L. That’s a difference of about 150 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Kia Sorento performs to a small extent better – up to 2100 L, which is about 339 L more than the Renault Austral.

When it comes to payload, Kia Sorento evident takes the win – 684 kg compared to 477 kg. That’s a difference of about 207 kg.

Who wins the race?

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

Kia Sorento
Renault Austral

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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
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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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Renault Austral

5 (2 Reviews)
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The Renault Austral dresses the family SUV in elegant modern looks and a surprisingly grown-up cabin that feels thoughtful and livable. It balances comfort and clever technology with a relaxed road presence—an appealing choice for buyers who want style and everyday sense without fuss.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
46000 - 59300 £
Price
29700 - 37800 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 7.2 L
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 6.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
55 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
37 - 174 g/km
co2
109 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
47 - 67 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1854 - 2105 kg
Curb weight
1539 - 1613 kg
Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
Trunk capacity
527 - 555 L
Length
4810 - 4815 mm
Length
4533 mm
Width
1900 mm
Width
1825 mm
Height
1695 mm
Height
1645 mm
Max trunk capacity
1988 - 2100 L
Max trunk capacity
1736 - 1761 L
Payload
455 - 684 kg
Payload
464 - 477 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
194 - 252 HP
Power HP
158 - 200 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
183 - 201 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
367 - 440 Nm
Torque
270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
142 - 185 kW
Power kW
116 - 147 kW
Engine capacity
1598 - 2151 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 - 1332 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
Brand
Kia
Brand
Renault

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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.

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