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Kia Sorento vs VW Touareg comparison
Compare performance (288 HP vs 462 HP), boot space and price (47,300 £ vs 64,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sorento or VW Touareg?
Kia Sorento vs VW Touareg: 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:
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.
Kia Sorento is noticeably cheaper – starting at 47,300 £ , while the VW Touareg costs 64,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,002 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Sorento uses 3.9 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the VW Touareg with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 1.3 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Kia Sorento offers moderately more range – reaching up to 55 km, about 6 km more than the VW Touareg.
Touareg
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 VW Touareg offers visibly more power – delivering 462 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 174 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Touareg is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.1 s, while the Kia Sorento takes 8 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Touareg delivers noticeably more torque with 700 Nm compared to 440 Nm. That’s about 260 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, Kia Sorento is moderately lighter – 1,855 kg compared to 2,059 kg. The difference is around 204 kg.
Looking at boot space, the VW Touareg offers a bit more boot space – 810 L compared to 705 L. That’s a difference of about 105 L.
When it comes to payload, the VW Touareg carries very slightly more – 751 kg compared to 685 kg. That’s a difference of about 66 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The VW Touareg 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.
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VW Touareg
Kia Sorento
VW Touareg
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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 Touareg
Volkswagen Touareg wraps a grown-up presence in a classy, well-appointed cabin that feels more like a premium saloon than an SUV. It glides with quiet composure, devours long journeys and tucks away clever tech that makes life easier whether you’re stuck in town or nipping off the beaten track.
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Kia Sorento
VW Touareg
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
47,300 - 60,500 £
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Price
64,300 - 88,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 7 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 10.5 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
47 - 49 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
119 - 239 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
SUV
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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
2,059 - 2,470 kg
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Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
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Trunk capacity
665 - 810 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,900 mm
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Width
1,984 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
550 - 751 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, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
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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 - 288 HP
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Power HP
231 - 462 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.1 - 7.7 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
450 - 700 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
6
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Power kW
142 - 212 kW
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Power kW
170 - 340 kW
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Engine capacity
1,598 - 2,151 cm3
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Engine capacity
2,967 - 2,995 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
VW
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