Compare performance (306 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (42,800 £ vs 47,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mitsubishi Outlander or Kia Sorento?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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.
Mitsubishi Outlander is slightly cheaper – starting at 42,800 £ , while the Kia Sorento costs 47,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,457 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mitsubishi Outlander uses 2.6 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Kia Sorento with 3.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.3 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Mitsubishi Outlander offers clearly more range – reaching up to 85 km, about 30 km more than the Kia Sorento.
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 Mitsubishi Outlander offers only slightly more power – delivering 306 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 18 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mitsubishi Outlander is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 7.9 s, while the Kia Sorento takes 8 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Kia Sorento offers more seats – 7 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Kia Sorento is a bit lighter – 1,855 kg compared to 2,156 kg. The difference is around 301 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Kia Sorento offers visibly more boot space – 705 L compared to 498 L. That’s a difference of about 207 L.
When it comes to payload, the Kia Sorento carries clearly more – 685 kg compared to 529 kg. That’s a difference of about 156 kg.
The Mitsubishi Outlander stands well ahead of its rival 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.
The Mitsubishi Outlander is a sensible family SUV that blends roomy practicality with a calm, assured ride—ideal for school runs and weekend getaways. It won’t set pulses racing, but its tidy interior, straightforward equipment and low-stress ownership make it a smart, unfussy pick for buyers who prefer reliability over flash.
detailsThe 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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Price
42,800 - 54,600 £
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Price
47,300 - 60,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.6 - 2.7 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 7 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
83 - 85 km
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Electric Range
55 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
60 g/km
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co2
87 - 174 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
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Seats
5 - 7
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,156 - 2,232 kg
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Curb weight
1,855 - 2,110 kg
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Trunk capacity
498 L
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Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,862 mm
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Width
1,900 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
453 - 529 kg
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Payload
162 - 685 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
-
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
306 HP
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Power HP
194 - 288 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.7 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
-
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Torque
380 - 440 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
225 kW
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Power kW
142 - 212 kW
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Engine capacity
2,360 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,598 - 2,151 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
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Brand
Mitsubishi
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Brand
Kia
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