Compare performance (136 HP vs 252 HP), boot space and price (29,800 £ vs 46,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru Crosstrek or Kia Sorento?
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.
Subaru Crosstrek is considerably cheaper – starting at 29,800 £ , while the Kia Sorento costs 46,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,057 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Sorento uses 3.9 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Subaru Crosstrek with 7.7 L/100km. The difference is about 3.8 L/100km.
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 Kia Sorento offers clearly more power – delivering 252 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 116 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia Sorento is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the Subaru Crosstrek takes 10.8 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia Sorento delivers clearly more torque with 440 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 258 Nm more.
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, Subaru Crosstrek is a bit lighter – 1,595 kg compared to 1,855 kg. The difference is around 260 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Kia Sorento offers substantially more boot space – 705 L compared to 315 L. That’s a difference of about 390 L.
When it comes to payload, the Kia Sorento carries noticeably more – 685 kg compared to 505 kg. That’s a difference of about 180 kg.
The Kia Sorento is clearly superior 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.
The Subaru Crosstrek is a compact, go-anywhere crossover that blends rugged good looks with Subaru's familiar all-wheel-drive confidence, so it feels equally at home on backroads and in the supermarket car park. It delivers practical, reliable transport with a comfy ride and sensible features — not the flashiest cabin, but great for buyers who prefer substance over sparkle.
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
29,800 - 34,900 £
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Price
46,900 - 60,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
7.7 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
-
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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
174 g/km
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co2
87 - 174 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
48 L
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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
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,595 - 1,628 kg
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Curb weight
1,855 - 2,110 kg
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Trunk capacity
315 L
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Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
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Length
4,495 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,800 mm
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Width
1,900 mm
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Height
1,600 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,297 - 1,314 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
472 - 505 kg
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Payload
162 - 685 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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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
136 HP
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Power HP
194 - 252 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.7 s
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Max Speed
198 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
182 Nm
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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
100 kW
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Power kW
142 - 212 kW
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Engine capacity
1,995 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,598 - 2,151 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
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Brand
Subaru
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Brand
Kia
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