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Kia Sorento vs SsangYong Torres - Differences and prices compared

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?

Kia Sorento

SsangYong Torres

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

Sorento

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Sorento

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 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.

Sorento

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 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.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

Kia Sorento
SsangYong Torres

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Sorento

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 L
  • Electric Range : 55 km

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 Torres

SsangYong 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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Kia Sorento
SsangYong Torres

Costs and Consumption

Price
46900 - 59300 £
Price
33800 - 44600 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 7 L
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 9.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.70 kWh
Electric Range
55 km
Electric Range
462 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
37 - 174 g/km
co2
0 - 207 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
47 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

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
1498 - 1618 kg
Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
Trunk capacity
703 L
Length
4810 - 4815 mm
Length
4700 mm
Width
1900 mm
Width
1890 mm
Height
1695 mm
Height
1710 mm
Max trunk capacity
1988 - 2077 L
Max trunk capacity
1662 L
Payload
162 - 685 kg
Payload
552 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
194 - 252 HP
Power HP
163 - 207 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
183 km/h
Max Speed
191 - 194 km/h
Torque
367 - 440 Nm
Torque
280 - 339 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
142 - 185 kW
Power kW
120 - 152 kW
Engine capacity
1598 - 2151 cm3
Engine capacity
1497 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2023 - 2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
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 shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.