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Kia Sorento vs VW Transporter Bus comparison
Compare performance (252 HP vs 286 HP), boot space and price (46,900 £ vs 41,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sorento or VW Transporter Bus?
Sorento
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
VW Transporter Bus is somewhat cheaper – starting at 41,500 £ , while the Kia Sorento costs 46,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,399 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Transporter Bus uses 0.8 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Kia Sorento with 3.9 L/100km. The difference is about 3.1 L/100km.
As for electric range, the VW Transporter Bus offers clearly more range – reaching up to 324 km, about 269 km more than the Kia Sorento.
Transporter Bus
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 Transporter Bus offers slightly more power – delivering 286 HP compared to 252 HP. That’s roughly 34 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Transporter Bus is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Kia Sorento takes 8 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia Sorento delivers barely more torque with 440 Nm compared to 415 Nm. That’s about 25 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: VW Transporter Bus offers more seats – 8 vs 7.
In terms of curb weight, Kia Sorento is very slightly lighter – 1,855 kg compared to 1,998 kg. The difference is around 143 kg.
Looking at boot space, the VW Transporter Bus offers very slightly more boot space – 763 L compared to 705 L. That’s a difference of about 58 L.
When it comes to payload, the VW Transporter Bus carries considerably more – 1,143 kg compared to 685 kg. That’s a difference of about 458 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The VW Transporter Bus is far ahead 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.
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VW Transporter Bus
Kia Sorento
VW Transporter Bus
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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 Transporter Bus
The VW Transporter is the Swiss Army knife of vans — rugged, practical and surprisingly civilized on the road, whether you’re hauling kit for a job or converting it into a weekend camper. It isn’t trying to be glamorous, but its blend of durability, clever packaging and familiar VW charm makes it a sensible choice for buyers who need space without sacrificing driveability.
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Kia Sorento
VW Transporter Bus
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
46,900 - 60,100 £
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Price
41,500 - 85,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 7 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 9.2 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.4 - 24.9 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
55 km
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Electric Range
87 - 324 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
11.8 - 63.8 kWh
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co2
87 - 174 g/km
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co2
0 - 229 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
45 - 60 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Bus
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Seats
5 - 7
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Seats
4 - 8
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Doors
-
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Doors
4 - 5
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Curb weight
1,855 - 2,110 kg
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Curb weight
1,998 - 2,620 kg
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Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
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Trunk capacity
0 - 763 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,973 - 5,450 mm
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Width
1,900 mm
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Width
1,941 - 2,032 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,907 - 1,997 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
3,672 - 4,005 L
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Payload
162 - 685 kg
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Payload
330 - 1,143 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
Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, 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, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
194 - 252 HP
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Power HP
110 - 286 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 16.9 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
112 - 200 km/h
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Torque
380 - 440 Nm
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Torque
310 - 415 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
81 - 210 kW
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Engine capacity
1,598 - 2,151 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,488 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
G, F, B, A
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
VW
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