What drivetrain options does the Kia Sorento have?

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

How powerful is the Kia Sorento's engine?

Up to 252 HP of power – depending on the configuration.

How much fuel does the Kia Sorento use?

Based on WLTP testing, consumption is around 1.60 L.

What is the Kia Sorento’s maximum WLTP range?

Depending on equipment, the WLTP range reaches up to 55 km.

What maximum speed does the Kia Sorento reach?

Depending on the model, top speed is 183 km/h.

What are the dimensions of the Kia Sorento?

The Kia Sorento measures 4815 mm long, 1900 mm wide and 1695 mm high.

What drive types are available for the Renault Mégane?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

How much power does the Renault Mégane deliver on the road?

The Renault Mégane reaches a peak output of 218 HP, depending on the model.

What is the Renault Mégane’s energy consumption?

In the WLTP cycle, the Renault Mégane consumes around 15.40 kWh.

What is the Renault Mégane’s maximum WLTP range?

According to WLTP, the Renault Mégane can travel up to 452 km on a single charge.

What are the Renault Mégane’s length, width and height?

Overall, the Renault Mégane is 4200 mm long, 1783 mm wide and 1505 mm high.

Kia Sorento vs Renault Mégane - Differences and prices compared

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.

Renault Mégane has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 35100 £ , while the Kia Sorento costs 46900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11820 £.

As for electric range, the Renault Mégane performs convincingly better – achieving up to 452 km, about 397 km more than the Kia Sorento.

Mégane

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 somewhat edge – offering 252 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 34 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Mégane is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 7.40 s, while the Kia Sorento takes 8.80 s. That’s about 1.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Kia Sorento performs to a small extent better – reaching 183 km/h, while the Renault Mégane tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 23 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Kia Sorento pulls distinct stronger with 440 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 140 Nm difference.

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 evident more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Renault Mégane is minimal lighter – 1719 kg compared to 1855 kg. The difference is around 136 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia Sorento offers convincingly more room – 705 L compared to 389 L. That’s a difference of about 316 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Kia Sorento performs clearly perceptible better – up to 2077 L, which is about 745 L more than the Renault Mégane.

When it comes to payload, Kia Sorento clearly perceptible takes the win – 685 kg compared to 446 kg. That’s a difference of about 239 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Mégane is slightly 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.

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Costs and Consumption
Price 46900 - 59300 £	Price 35100 - 38500 £
Consumption L/100km 1.6 - 7 L	Consumption L/100km -
Consumption kWh/100km -	Consumption kWh/100km 15.40 kWh
Electric Range 55 km	Electric Range 452 km
Battery Capacity -	Battery Capacity -
co2 37 - 174 g/km	co2 0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity 47 L	Fuel tank capacity -

Dimensions and Body
Body Type SUV	Body Type SUV
Seats 5 - 7	Seats 5
Doors 5	Doors 5
Curb weight 1855 - 2105 kg	Curb weight 1719 kg
Trunk capacity 175 - 705 L	Trunk capacity 389 L
Length 4810 - 4815 mm	Length 4200 mm
Width 1900 mm	Width 1783 mm
Height 1695 mm	Height 1505 mm
Max trunk capacity 1988 - 2077 L	Max trunk capacity 1332 L
Payload 162 - 685 kg	Payload 446 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid, Diesel	Engine Type Electric
Transmission Automatic	Transmission Automatic
Transmission Detail Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic	Transmission Detail Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive	Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP 194 - 252 HP	Power HP 218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h 8.8 - 9.7 s	Acceleration 0-100km/h 7.40 s
Max Speed 183 km/h	Max Speed 160 km/h
Torque 367 - 440 Nm	Torque 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders 4	Number of Cylinders -
Power kW 142 - 185 kW	Power kW 160 kW
Engine capacity 1598 - 2151 cm3	Engine capacity -