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Kia Sorento vs SsangYong Rexton - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (252 HP vs 202 HP), boot space and price (46000 £ vs 41100 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sorento or SsangYong Rexton?

Kia Sorento

SsangYong Rexton

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

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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.

SsangYong Rexton has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 41100 £, while the Kia Sorento costs 46000 £. That’s a price difference of around 4886 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Kia Sorento manages with 1.60 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the SsangYong Rexton with 8.20 L. The difference is about 6.60 L per 100 km.

Rexton @ SsangYong Motor / KG Mobility

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 Kia Sorento has a to a small extent edge – offering 252 HP compared to 202 HP. That’s roughly 50 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia Sorento is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 8.80 s, while the SsangYong Rexton takes 10.60 s. That’s about 1.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Kia Sorento performs slight better – reaching 201 km/h, while the SsangYong Rexton tops out at 184 km/h. The difference is around 17 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: SsangYong Rexton pulls slight stronger with 441 Nm compared to 440 Nm. That’s about 1 Nm difference.

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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: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Kia Sorento is somewhat lighter – 1854 kg compared to 2145 kg. The difference is around 291 kg.

In terms of boot space, the SsangYong Rexton offers somewhat more room – 784 L compared to 705 L. That’s a difference of about 79 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Kia Sorento performs hardly perceptible better – up to 2100 L, which is about 123 L more than the SsangYong Rexton.

When it comes to payload, SsangYong Rexton somewhat takes the win – 770 kg compared to 684 kg. That’s a difference of about 86 kg.

Who wins the race?

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

from about £46,000
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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
Kia Sorento
SsangYong Rexton

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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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SsangYong Rexton

The SsangYong Rexton is a no-nonsense full-size SUV that pairs rugged, go-anywhere bones with a surprisingly plush cabin, making it an appealing choice for buyers who want capability without premium-brand prices. It won’t turn heads like a luxury badge, but its generous space, sensible features and honest practicality make it a smart, down-to-earth family hauler — a savvy pick if you value substance over status.

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Kia Sorento
SsangYong Rexton
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Costs and Consumption

Price
46000 - 59300 £
Price
41100 - 51300 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 7.2 L
Consumption L/100km
8.20 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
55 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
37 - 174 g/km
co2
214 - 216 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
47 - 67 L
Fuel tank capacity
70 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1854 - 2105 kg
Curb weight
2145 - 2180 kg
Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
Trunk capacity
236 - 784 L
Length
4810 - 4815 mm
Length
4850 mm
Width
1900 mm
Width
1960 mm
Height
1695 mm
Height
1825 mm
Max trunk capacity
1988 - 2100 L
Max trunk capacity
1806 - 1977 L
Payload
455 - 684 kg
Payload
655 - 770 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid, Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
194 - 252 HP
Power HP
202 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.60 s
Max Speed
183 - 201 km/h
Max Speed
184 km/h
Torque
367 - 440 Nm
Torque
441 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
142 - 185 kW
Power kW
148 kW
Engine capacity
1598 - 2151 cm3
Engine capacity
2157 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2021 - 2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Kia
Brand
SsangYong
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.