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VW Arteon vs Kia Sorento comparison

Compare performance (320 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (43,300 £ vs 47,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Arteon or Kia Sorento?

VW Arteon vs Kia Sorento: Key differences

VW Arteon

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • marginally cheaper
  • marginally more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately lighter
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Kia Sorento

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly more efficient
  • a bit 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

Arteon

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

VW Arteon is marginally cheaper – starting at 43,300 £ , while the Kia Sorento costs 47,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,024 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Sorento uses 3.9 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the VW Arteon with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 1.2 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 VW Arteon offers marginally more power – delivering 320 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 32 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Arteon is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Kia Sorento takes 8 s. That’s about 3.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia Sorento delivers very slightly more torque with 440 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm more.

Arteon

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Kia Sorento offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, VW Arteon is moderately lighter – 1,607 kg compared to 1,855 kg. The difference is around 248 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia Sorento offers a bit more boot space – 705 L compared to 590 L. That’s a difference of about 115 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Sorento carries a bit more – 685 kg compared to 569 kg. That’s a difference of about 116 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia Sorento stands out in the key areas 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 Arteon

The VW Arteon cuts a fastback silhouette that manages to look more expensive than it is, with a cabin that feels calm, roomy and smartly finished. It blends relaxed long distance comfort with a touch of sporting poise, making it a clever choice for buyers who want grand touring polish without shouting for attention.

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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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20 May 2026, 09:46:15

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

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Costs and Consumption
Price
43,300 - 60,800 £
Price
47,300 - 60,500 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 8.6 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
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
133 - 195 g/km
co2
87 - 174 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,607 - 1,773 kg
Curb weight
1,855 - 2,110 kg
Trunk capacity
590 L
Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
Length
4,866 mm
Length
-
Width
1,871 mm
Width
1,900 mm
Height
1,434 - 1,451 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,632 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
467 - 569 kg
Payload
162 - 685 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 320 HP
Power HP
194 - 288 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
320 - 420 Nm
Torque
380 - 440 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 235 kW
Power kW
142 - 212 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 - 2,151 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
Brand
VW
Brand
Kia
What drivetrain options does the VW Arteon have?

The VW Arteon is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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