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Kia Sorento vs VW Taigo comparison

Compare performance (252 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (46,900 £ vs 19,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sorento or VW Taigo?

Kia Sorento vs VW Taigo: Key differences

Kia Sorento

  • substantially more power
  • markedly more efficient
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly more trunk space
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VW Taigo

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  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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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.

VW Taigo is significantly cheaper – starting at 19,900 £ , while the Kia Sorento costs 46,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 26,957 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Sorento uses 3.9 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the VW Taigo with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 1.4 L/100km.

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Engine and Performance:

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 Kia Sorento offers substantially more power – delivering 252 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 102 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia Sorento is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the VW Taigo takes 8.2 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia Sorento delivers considerably more torque with 440 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 190 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 Taigo is substantially lighter – 1,229 kg compared to 1,855 kg. The difference is around 626 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia Sorento offers markedly more boot space – 705 L compared to 440 L. That’s a difference of about 265 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Sorento carries markedly more – 685 kg compared to 457 kg. That’s a difference of about 228 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia Sorento is clearly superior overall 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 £46,900
Sorento

Kia Sorento

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 194 - 252 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 3.9 - 7 L/100km
  • 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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VW Taigo

The VW Taigo brings coupe-like flair to the compact crossover scene with sharp styling and an interior that punches above its price, feeling smarter than you’d expect. It’s an easygoing daily companion that balances comfort and practicality with a playful wink, perfect for city drivers who want something livelier than a regular hatchback.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
46,900 - 60,100 £
Price
19,900 - 31,800 £
Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
55 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
87 - 174 g/km
co2
120 - 132 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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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
1,229 - 1,302 kg
Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
Trunk capacity
440 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,757 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
162 - 685 kg
Payload
448 - 457 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
194 - 252 HP
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.2 - 11.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
380 - 440 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
142 - 212 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 - 2,151 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Kia
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the Kia Sorento?

The Kia Sorento is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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