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Kia Sorento vs Volvo XC40 – Which model is better for everyday use?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sorento or Volvo XC40?

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Volvo XC40 has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36800 £, while the Kia Sorento costs 46000 £. That’s a price difference of around 9258 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Kia Sorento manages with 1.60 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Volvo XC40 with 6.50 L. The difference is about 4.90 L per 100 km.

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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 Kia Sorento has a noticeable edge – offering 252 HP compared to 197 HP. That’s roughly 55 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC40 is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 7.60 s, while the Kia Sorento takes 8.80 s. That’s about 1.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Kia Sorento performs a bit better – reaching 201 km/h, while the Volvo XC40 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 21 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Kia Sorento pulls evident stronger with 440 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 140 Nm difference.

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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 noticeable more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Volvo XC40 is hardly perceptible lighter – 1688 kg compared to 1854 kg. The difference is around 166 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia Sorento offers noticeable more room – 705 L compared to 452 L. That’s a difference of about 253 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Kia Sorento performs noticeable better – up to 2100 L, which is about 772 L more than the Volvo XC40.

When it comes to payload, Kia Sorento noticeable takes the win – 684 kg compared to 532 kg. That’s a difference of about 152 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Kia Sorento proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Kia Sorento is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £46,000
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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 - 7.2 L
  • Electric Range : 55 km
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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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Volvo XC40

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The Volvo XC40 wraps Scandinavian minimalism into a compact, city-ready SUV with a premium cabin that feels both practical and grown-up. It will suit buyers who prize safety, clever storage and a composed ride, proving that small dimensions don't mean small personality.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
46000 - 59300 £
Price
36800 - 47200 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 7.2 L
Consumption L/100km
6.50 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
55 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
37 - 174 g/km
co2
147 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
47 - 67 L
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1854 - 2105 kg
Curb weight
1688 kg
Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
Trunk capacity
452 L
Length
4810 - 4815 mm
Length
4425 mm
Width
1900 mm
Width
1863 mm
Height
1695 mm
Height
1652 mm
Max trunk capacity
1988 - 2100 L
Max trunk capacity
1328 L
Payload
455 - 684 kg
Payload
532 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
194 - 252 HP
Power HP
163 - 197 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
183 - 201 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
367 - 440 Nm
Torque
265 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
142 - 185 kW
Power kW
120 - 145 kW
Engine capacity
1598 - 2151 cm3
Engine capacity
1969 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Kia
Brand
Volvo

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What drivetrain options does the Kia Sorento have?

The Kia Sorento is available as All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

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