Compare performance (252 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (46900 £ vs 69800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sorento or Volvo XC90?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Kia Sorento has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 46900 £ , while the Volvo XC90 costs 69800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22885 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Kia Sorento manages with 1.60 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Volvo XC90 with 3.50 L. The difference is about 1.90 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Volvo XC90 performs distinct better – achieving up to 71 km, about 16 km more than the Kia Sorento.
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 Volvo XC90 has a convincingly edge – offering 455 HP compared to 252 HP. That’s roughly 203 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC90 is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 5.40 s, while the Kia Sorento takes 8.80 s. That’s about 3.40 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Kia Sorento performs minimal better – reaching 183 km/h, while the Volvo XC90 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 3 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo XC90 pulls evident stronger with 709 Nm compared to 440 Nm. That’s about 269 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 7 people.
In curb weight, Kia Sorento is a bit lighter – 1855 kg compared to 2080 kg. The difference is around 225 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Kia Sorento offers decisively more room – 705 L compared to 302 L. That’s a difference of about 403 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Kia Sorento performs somewhat better – up to 2077 L, which is about 221 L more than the Volvo XC90.
When it comes to payload, Volvo XC90 barely noticeable takes the win – 710 kg compared to 685 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.
The Kia Sorento is decisively ahead 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 XC90 is a serene Scandinavian SUV that mixes minimalist luxury with a composed, confidence-inspiring presence — ideal for buyers who want family practicality without sacrificing style. Inside it serves up a calm, well-crafted cabin and user-friendly tech that keeps long journeys pleasant and tantrums to a minimum, making the XC90 a smart, stylish pick for sensible drivers.
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Price
46900 - 59300 £
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Price
69800 - 84600 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 7 L
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Consumption L/100km
3.5 - 8.5 L
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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
71 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
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co2
37 - 174 g/km
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co2
79 - 191 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
47 L
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Fuel tank capacity
71 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
7
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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
2080 - 2297 kg
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Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
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Trunk capacity
262 - 302 L
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Length
4810 - 4815 mm
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Length
4953 mm
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Width
1900 mm
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Width
1923 mm
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Height
1695 mm
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Height
1771 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1988 - 2077 L
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Max trunk capacity
1816 - 1856 L
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Payload
162 - 685 kg
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Payload
653 - 710 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 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
All-Wheel Drive, Front-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
250 - 455 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 9.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 7.7 s
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Max Speed
183 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
367 - 440 Nm
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Torque
360 - 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 - 185 kW
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Power kW
184 - 335 kW
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Engine capacity
1598 - 2151 cm3
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Engine capacity
1969 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Volvo
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The Kia Sorento is available as All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.