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Kia Sorento vs Subaru Solterra comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 343 HP), boot space and price (47,300 £ vs 39,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sorento or Subaru Solterra?

Kia Sorento vs Subaru Solterra: Key differences

Kia Sorento

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • somewhat lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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Subaru Solterra

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • moderately more power
  • considerably more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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:

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.

Subaru Solterra is clearly cheaper – starting at 39,400 £ , while the Kia Sorento costs 47,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,885 £.

As for electric range, the Subaru Solterra offers considerably more range – reaching up to 511 km, about 456 km more than the Kia Sorento.

Solterra

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 Subaru Solterra offers moderately more power – delivering 343 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 55 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Subaru Solterra is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.1 s, while the Kia Sorento takes 8 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia Sorento delivers very slightly more torque with 440 Nm compared to 437 Nm. That’s about 3 Nm more.

Sorento

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Kia Sorento offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Kia Sorento is somewhat lighter – 1,855 kg compared to 2,117 kg. The difference is around 262 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia Sorento offers visibly more boot space – 705 L compared to 452 L. That’s a difference of about 253 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Sorento carries markedly more – 685 kg compared to 468 kg. That’s a difference of about 217 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Subaru Solterra stands 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.

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Solterra

Subaru Solterra

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 343 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.6 - 15.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 471 - 511 km
Kia Sorento
Subaru Solterra

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Subaru Solterra

The Subaru Solterra translates Subaru's rugged, go-anywhere character into an electric package, offering sure-footed handling and a thoughtfully practical cabin that feels ready for weekend escapes. It isn't trying to outshine flashier rivals — instead it stakes its claim on reliability and friendly simplicity, making it a sensible, slightly cheeky choice for buyers who want an EV that behaves like a Subaru.

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Kia Sorento
Subaru Solterra

Costs and Consumption

Price
47,300 - 60,500 £
Price
39,400 - 45,400 £
Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 15.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
55 km
Electric Range
471 - 511 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
87 - 174 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,855 - 2,110 kg
Curb weight
2,117 - 2,154 kg
Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
Trunk capacity
452 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
162 - 685 kg
Payload
431 - 468 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
194 - 288 HP
Power HP
343 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
380 - 440 Nm
Torque
437 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
142 - 212 kW
Power kW
252 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 - 2,151 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
Subaru
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