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Kia Sorento vs VW Passat comparison
Compare performance (252 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (46,900 £ vs 36,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sorento or VW Passat?
Kia Sorento vs VW Passat: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Sorento
Costs and Efficiency:
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.
VW Passat is clearly cheaper – starting at 36,500 £ , while the Kia Sorento costs 46,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,415 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Passat uses 1.2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Kia Sorento with 3.9 L/100km. The difference is about 2.7 L/100km.
As for electric range, the VW Passat offers clearly more range – reaching up to 135 km, about 80 km more than the Kia Sorento.
Passat
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 VW Passat offers marginally more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 252 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Passat is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 7.1 s, while the Kia Sorento takes 8 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia Sorento delivers very slightly more torque with 440 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm more.
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 more seats – 7 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, VW Passat is slightly lighter – 1,573 kg compared to 1,855 kg. The difference is around 282 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Kia Sorento offers marginally more boot space – 705 L compared to 690 L. That’s a difference of about 15 L.
When it comes to payload, the Kia Sorento carries slightly more – 685 kg compared to 577 kg. That’s a difference of about 108 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The VW Passat 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.
from £36,500
VW Passat
Kia Sorento
VW Passat
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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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VW Passat
The VW Passat is the grown-up family car that gets the basics absolutely right — roomy, comfortable and built to handle weekday commutes and weekend getaways without fuss. It won't set your pulse racing, but its calm composure and sensible packaging make it boring in the best possible way: a dependable, no‑drama choice for buyers who value practicality over flash.
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Kia Sorento
VW Passat
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
46,900 - 60,100 £
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Price
36,500 - 58,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 7 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 5.8 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
124 - 135 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
87 - 174 g/km
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co2
28 - 153 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5 - 7
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,855 - 2,110 kg
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Curb weight
1,573 - 1,858 kg
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Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
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Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,900 mm
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Width
1,849 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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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
501 - 577 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
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, 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
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
194 - 252 HP
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Power HP
122 - 272 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.1 - 10.7 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
380 - 440 Nm
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Torque
250 - 400 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
90 - 200 kW
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Engine capacity
1,598 - 2,151 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
VW
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