Compare performance (252 HP vs 207 HP), boot space and price (46900 £ vs 33800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sorento or SsangYong Torres?
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
SsangYong Torres has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 33800 £ , while the Kia Sorento costs 46900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13029 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Kia Sorento manages with 1.60 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the SsangYong Torres with 7.90 L. The difference is about 6.30 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the SsangYong Torres performs clearly better – achieving up to 462 km, about 407 km more than the Kia Sorento.
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 slightly edge – offering 252 HP compared to 207 HP. That’s roughly 45 HP more horsepower.
In terms of top speed, the SsangYong Torres performs barely noticeable better – reaching 194 km/h, while the Kia Sorento tops out at 183 km/h. The difference is around 11 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Kia Sorento pulls evident stronger with 440 Nm compared to 339 Nm. That’s about 101 Nm difference.
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 distinct more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.
In curb weight, SsangYong Torres is noticeable lighter – 1498 kg compared to 1855 kg. The difference is around 357 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Kia Sorento offers minimal more room – 705 L compared to 703 L. That’s a difference of about 2 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Kia Sorento performs somewhat better – up to 2077 L, which is about 415 L more than the SsangYong Torres.
When it comes to payload, Kia Sorento slightly takes the win – 685 kg compared to 552 kg. That’s a difference of about 133 kg.
The Kia Sorento sits well ahead of its rival 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.
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.
detailsSsangYong Torres cuts a rugged, purposeful silhouette that feels more expensive than its price tag, offering generously practical packaging and a no-nonsense feature set. It drives with surprisingly assured manners and genuine off-road appetite, making it a clever choice for buyers who want real SUV capability without badge snobbery.
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Price
46900 - 59300 £
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Price
33800 - 44600 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 7 L
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Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 9.1 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.70 kWh
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Electric Range
55 km
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Electric Range
462 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
37 - 174 g/km
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co2
0 - 207 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
47 L
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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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
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1855 - 2105 kg
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Curb weight
1498 - 1618 kg
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Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
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Trunk capacity
703 L
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Length
4810 - 4815 mm
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Length
4700 mm
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Width
1900 mm
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Width
1890 mm
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Height
1695 mm
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Height
1710 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1988 - 2077 L
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Max trunk capacity
1662 L
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Payload
162 - 685 kg
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Payload
552 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid, Diesel
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Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
194 - 252 HP
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Power HP
163 - 207 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 9.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Max Speed
183 km/h
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Max Speed
191 - 194 km/h
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Torque
367 - 440 Nm
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Torque
280 - 339 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
142 - 185 kW
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Power kW
120 - 152 kW
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Engine capacity
1598 - 2151 cm3
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Engine capacity
1497 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2023 - 2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
SsangYong
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The Kia Sorento is available as All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.