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Kia Sorento vs SsangYong Tivoli comparison

Compare performance (252 HP vs 163 HP), boot space and price (46,900 £ vs 21,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sorento or SsangYong Tivoli?

Kia Sorento vs SsangYong Tivoli: Key differences

Kia Sorento

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  • visibly more power
  • clearly more efficient
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SsangYong Tivoli

  • considerably cheaper
  • noticeably lighter
  • barely more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Sorento

Costs and Efficiency:

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

SsangYong Tivoli is considerably cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the Kia Sorento costs 46,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25,457 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Sorento uses 3.9 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the SsangYong Tivoli with 7 L/100km. The difference is about 3.1 L/100km.

Tivoli

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 offers visibly more power – delivering 252 HP compared to 163 HP. That’s roughly 89 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia Sorento delivers clearly more torque with 440 Nm compared to 280 Nm. That’s about 160 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, SsangYong Tivoli is noticeably lighter – 1,375 kg compared to 1,855 kg. The difference is around 480 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Tivoli offers barely more boot space – 720 L compared to 705 L. That’s a difference of about 15 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Sorento carries markedly more – 685 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 230 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia Sorento 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 £46,900
Sorento

Kia Sorento

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 194 - 252 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 3.9 - 7 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 55 km
Kia Sorento
SsangYong Tivoli

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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 Tivoli

The SsangYong Tivoli is an unpretentious small crossover that surprises with a roomy, well-finished cabin and an agreeable ride that suits everyday life. It won't win any beauty contests, but it's a smart, economical choice for buyers who value practicality, comfort and a bit of cheeky character.

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Kia Sorento
SsangYong Tivoli

Costs and Consumption

Price
46,900 - 60,100 £
Price
21,400 - 30,300 £
Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7 - 8.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
55 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
87 - 174 g/km
co2
161 - 191 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,855 - 2,110 kg
Curb weight
1,375 - 1,492 kg
Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
Trunk capacity
395 - 720 L
Length
-
Length
4,225 - 4,480 mm
Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,810 mm
Height
-
Height
1,613 - 1,646 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,115 - 1,440 L
Payload
162 - 685 kg
Payload
425 - 455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
194 - 252 HP
Power HP
163 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
175 - 181 km/h
Torque
380 - 440 Nm
Torque
260 - 280 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
142 - 212 kW
Power kW
120 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 - 2,151 cm3
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
Brand
Kia
Brand
SsangYong
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