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Rolls-Royce Phantom vs Kia Sorento comparison

Compare performance (571 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (445,700 £ vs 47,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Rolls-Royce Phantom or Kia Sorento?

Rolls-Royce Phantom vs Kia Sorento: Key differences

Rolls-Royce Phantom

4.3 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Kia Sorento

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • markedly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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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

Phantom

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 considerably cheaper – starting at 47,300 £ , while the Rolls-Royce Phantom costs 445,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 398,409 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Sorento uses 3.9 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Rolls-Royce Phantom with 15.5 L/100km. The difference is about 11.6 L/100km.

Sorento

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 Rolls-Royce Phantom offers significantly more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 283 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Rolls-Royce Phantom is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.3 s, while the Kia Sorento takes 8 s. That’s about 2.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Rolls-Royce Phantom delivers clearly more torque with 900 Nm compared to 440 Nm. That’s about 460 Nm more.

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 markedly lighter – 1,855 kg compared to 2,560 kg. The difference is around 705 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia Sorento offers clearly more boot space – 705 L compared to 548 L. That’s a difference of about 157 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Sorento carries markedly more – 685 kg compared to 440 kg. That’s a difference of about 245 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia Sorento 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 £47,300
Sorento

Kia Sorento

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 194 - 288 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 3.9 - 7 L/100km
  • Electric Range 55 km
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Rolls-Royce Phantom

The Phantom stands as the epitome of luxury and craftsmanship, effortlessly merging opulence with unparalleled performance. With its iconic design and attention to detail, this flagship sedan commands respect on the road while cocooning its passengers in sumptuous comfort. Every journey in the Phantom is an experience, where timeless elegance meets cutting-edge technology.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
445,700 - 514,300 £
Price
47,300 - 60,500 £
Consumption L/100km
15.5 - 15.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
55 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
351 - 361 g/km
co2
87 - 174 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,560 - 2,610 kg
Curb weight
1,855 - 2,110 kg
Trunk capacity
548 L
Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
2,018 mm
Width
1,900 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
390 - 440 kg
Payload
162 - 685 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
571 HP
Power HP
194 - 288 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 5.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
900 Nm
Torque
380 - 440 Nm
Number of Cylinders
12
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
420 kW
Power kW
142 - 212 kW
Engine capacity
6,749 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 - 2,151 cm3

General
Model Year
2022
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
Brand
Rolls-Royce
Brand
Kia
Is the Rolls-Royce Phantom offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive.

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