Compare performance (252 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (46,900 £ vs 62,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sorento or Volvo S90?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Kia Sorento is visibly cheaper – starting at 46,900 £ , while the Volvo S90 costs 62,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,351 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo S90 uses 0.8 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Kia Sorento with 3.9 L/100km. The difference is about 3.1 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Volvo S90 offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 89 km, about 34 km more than the Kia Sorento.
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 Volvo S90 offers substantially more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 252 HP. That’s roughly 203 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo S90 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.7 s, while the Kia Sorento takes 8 s. That’s about 3.3 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo S90 delivers markedly more torque with 709 Nm compared to 440 Nm. That’s about 269 Nm more.
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 barely lighter – 1,855 kg compared to 1,912 kg. The difference is around 57 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Kia Sorento offers visibly more boot space – 705 L compared to 453 L. That’s a difference of about 252 L.
When it comes to payload, the Kia Sorento carries noticeably more – 685 kg compared to 518 kg. That’s a difference of about 167 kg.
The Volvo S90 holds a decisive overall lead 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.
detailsThe Volvo S90 is a composed, elegant luxury sedan that dresses Scandinavian restraint in a quietly imposing package. It prioritises serene highway manners and a calm, tech‑savvy cabin, making it a car that suggests you deserve the nicer things in life without ever raising its voice.
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Price
46,900 - 60,100 £
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Price
62,200 - 70,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 7 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 5.7 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
55 km
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Electric Range
89 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
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co2
87 - 174 g/km
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co2
17 - 149 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
60 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
5 - 7
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1,855 - 2,110 kg
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Curb weight
1,912 - 2,119 kg
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Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
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Trunk capacity
431 - 453 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,969 mm
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Width
1,900 mm
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Width
1,879 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,440 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
162 - 685 kg
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Payload
451 - 518 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
194 - 252 HP
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Power HP
235 - 455 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
380 - 440 Nm
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Torque
480 - 709 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
142 - 212 kW
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Power kW
173 - 335 kW
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Engine capacity
1,598 - 2,151 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Volvo
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