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VW Amarok vs Kia Sorento comparison

Compare performance (240 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (43,200 £ vs 47,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Amarok or Kia Sorento?

VW Amarok vs Kia Sorento: Key differences

VW Amarok

  • very slightly cheaper
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Kia Sorento

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • moderately more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly lighter
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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

Amarok

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.

VW Amarok is very slightly cheaper – starting at 43,200 £ , while the Kia Sorento costs 47,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,068 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Sorento uses 3.9 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the VW Amarok with 8.6 L/100km. The difference is about 4.7 L/100km.

Sorento

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 Kia Sorento offers moderately more power – delivering 288 HP compared to 240 HP. That’s roughly 48 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia Sorento is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 8 s, while the VW Amarok takes 8.8 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Amarok delivers clearly more torque with 600 Nm compared to 440 Nm. That’s about 160 Nm more.

Amarok

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 2,262 kg. The difference is around 407 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW Amarok carries noticeably more – 983 kg compared to 685 kg. That’s a difference of about 298 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia Sorento holds a decisive overall lead 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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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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VW Amarok

The VW Amarok is a surprisingly refined pickup that blends rugged capability with car-like comfort, feeling equally at home on a worksite or a weekend escape. Practical, well‑mannered and a little bit charismatic, it’s a smart choice for buyers who need honest utility without sacrificing everyday drivability — and yes, it can be oddly addictive to drive.

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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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Only Kia.....to me better in every way than Hyundai

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Kia Sorento

Costs and Consumption
Price
43,200 - 64,100 £
Price
47,300 - 60,500 £
Consumption L/100km
8.6 - 10.3 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
226 - 270 g/km
co2
87 - 174 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
80 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Pickup
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,262 - 2,423 kg
Curb weight
1,855 - 2,110 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
Length
5,350 mm
Length
-
Width
1,910 mm
Width
1,900 mm
Height
1,871 - 1,884 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
883 - 983 kg
Payload
162 - 685 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 240 HP
Power HP
194 - 288 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.8 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
180 - 190 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
405 - 600 Nm
Torque
380 - 440 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
125 - 177 kW
Power kW
142 - 212 kW
Engine capacity
1,996 - 2,993 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 - 2,151 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
Brand
VW
Brand
Kia
What drive types are available for the VW Amarok?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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