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Kia Sorento vs XPeng G9 comparison

Compare performance (252 HP vs 575 HP), boot space and price (46,900 £ vs 51,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sorento or XPeng G9?

Kia Sorento vs XPeng G9: Key differences

Kia Sorento

  • marginally cheaper
  • slightly lighter
  • barely more trunk space
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XPeng G9

4.7 (4 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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.

Kia Sorento is marginally cheaper – starting at 46,900 £ , while the XPeng G9 costs 51,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,208 £.

As for electric range, the XPeng G9 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 585 km, about 530 km more than the Kia Sorento.

G9

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 XPeng G9 offers substantially more power – delivering 575 HP compared to 252 HP. That’s roughly 323 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the XPeng G9 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.2 s, while the Kia Sorento takes 8 s. That’s about 3.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the XPeng G9 delivers markedly more torque with 695 Nm compared to 440 Nm. That’s about 255 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 slightly lighter – 1,855 kg compared to 2,210 kg. The difference is around 355 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia Sorento offers barely more boot space – 705 L compared to 660 L. That’s a difference of about 45 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Sorento carries markedly more – 685 kg compared to 520 kg. That’s a difference of about 165 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The XPeng G9 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.

from £51,100
G9

XPeng G9

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 351 - 575 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.4 - 20.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 502 - 585 km
Kia Sorento
XPeng G9

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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XPeng G9

The XPeng G9 feels like a confident leap into the electric SUV world, with sleek, purposeful styling and an interior that mixes modern tech with everyday comfort. On the road it’s calm and composed, serving up effortless pace and hushed refinement that turns long commutes into something you might actually enjoy — a strong pick for buyers who want electric convenience without compromise.

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Kia Sorento
XPeng G9

Costs and Consumption

Price
46,900 - 60,100 £
Price
51,100 - 62,200 £
Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.4 - 20.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
55 km
Electric Range
502 - 585 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
87 - 174 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

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
2,210 - 2,395 kg
Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
Trunk capacity
660 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,937 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
162 - 685 kg
Payload
515 - 520 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
194 - 252 HP
Power HP
351 - 575 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
380 - 440 Nm
Torque
465 - 695 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
142 - 212 kW
Power kW
258 - 423 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 - 2,151 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
XPeng
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