Kia Sorento alternatives & comparisons

Here you can find alternatives to the Kia Sorento, based on existing comparison pages and popular model matchups. We currently show 6 suitable models as a starting point for your buying decision.

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Alternative models

These models are frequently compared with the Kia Sorento and are good next research steps.

from £39,400

Kia EV5

Price : 39,400 - 51,400 £
Body Type : SUV
Engine Type : Electric
Transmission : Automatic
Transmission Detail : Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP : 218 - 306 HP
Consumption kWh/100km : 16.9 - 18.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range : 476 - 530 km
Seats : 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h : 6.2 - 8.4 s
Model Year : 2,025 - 2,026
Torque : 295 - 480 Nm
Model : EV5
Modell : (81,4 kWh), GT
CO2 Efficiency Class : A
Trim Level : Air, Earth, GT-Line, Earth AWD, GT-Line AWD, AWD
Power kW : 160 - 225 kW
co2 : 0 g/km
Curb weight : 2,069 - 2,205 kg
Width : 1,875 mm
Brand : Kia
Payload : 465 - 511 kg

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somewhat lighter
moderately cheaper
somewhat more power
clearly more electric range
clearly quicker 0–100 km/h

from £39,600

VW Tayron

Price : 39,600 - 56,000 £
Body Type : SUV
Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission : Automatic
Transmission Detail : Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP : 150 - 272 HP
Consumption L/100km : 1.5 - 8.5 L/100km
Electric Range : 116 - 123 km
Seats : 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h : 6.1 - 9.7 s
Model Year : 2,025 - 2,026
Max Speed : 204 - 221 km/h
Torque : 250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders : 4
Doors : 5
Model : Tayron
Modell : Tayron 1.5 eTSI, Tayron 2.0 TDI SCR, Tayron 2.0 TSI OPF, Tayron 1.5 eHybrid OPF
CO2 Efficiency Class : E, F, G, B
Trim Level : Life DSG, Life 4MOTION DSG, R-Line 4MOTION DSG, Elegance DSG, Elegance 4MOTION DSG, R-Line DSG, R-Line 195 4MOTION DSG
Power kW : 110 - 200 kW
co2 : 33 - 192 g/km
Engine capacity : 1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Curb weight : 1,682 - 1,948 kg
Fuel tank capacity : 55 - 58 L
Trunk capacity : 705 - 885 L
Length : 4,792 mm
Width : 1,853 - 1,866 mm
Height : 1,666 - 1,668 mm
Brand : VW
Max trunk capacity : 2,090 L
Payload : 489 - 566 kg

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VW Tayron as a suitable alternative to Kia Sorento

In the competitive landscape of compact SUVs, the Kia Sportage and Volkswagen Tiguan stand out for their blend of practicality and style. While the Sportage offers a spacious interior with a user-friendly infotainment system, the Tiguan boasts a refined driving experience and premium cabin materials. Ultimately, choosing between these two popular models will depend on individual preferences for features and performance.

The VW Tayron is Volkswagen's roomy, no-nonsense SUV that pairs clean, familiar styling with a practical cabin built for families and everyday use. It rides comfortably, packs sensible tech and creature comforts, and feels like the sensible sweater of SUVs for buyers who prefer steady value over headline-grabbing drama.

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somewhat cheaper
barely more power
clearly more efficient
substantially more electric range
clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
slightly lighter
clearly more trunk space

from £43,700

Mazda CX-60

Price : 43,700 - 57,900 £
Body Type : SUV
Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission : Automatic
Transmission Detail : Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP : 200 - 327 HP
Consumption L/100km : 3.8 - 5.2 L/100km
Electric Range : 63 km
Seats : 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h : 5.8 - 8.4 s
Model Year : 2025
Torque : 450 - 550 Nm
Number of Cylinders : 4 - 6
Model : CX-60
Modell : CX-60 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV, CX-60 3.3 e-Skyactiv D 200, CX-60 3.3 e-Skyactiv D 254
CO2 Efficiency Class : B, D, E
Trim Level : Prime-Line AWD Automatik, Exclusive-Line AWD Automatik, Prime-Line Automatik, Exclusive-Line Automatik, Homura AWD Automatik, Takumi AWD Automatik, Homura Plus AWD Automatik, Takumi Plus AWD Automatik, Homura Automatik, Takumi Automatik
Power kW : 147 - 241 kW
co2 : 85 - 137 g/km
Engine capacity : 2,488 - 3,283 cm3
Curb weight : 1,890 - 2,055 kg
Trunk capacity : 570 L
Width : 1,890 mm
Brand : Mazda
Payload : 581 - 612 kg

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only slightly lighter
a bit more trunk space
barely cheaper
clearly more power
marginally more efficient
moderately more electric range
noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h

from £37,900

Skoda Kodiaq

Price : 37,900 - 50,600 £
Body Type : SUV
Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission : Automatic
Transmission Detail : Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP : 150 - 265 HP
Consumption L/100km : 1.5 - 8.2 L/100km
Electric Range : 119 - 122 km
Seats : 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h : 6.3 - 9.7 s
Model Year : 2,024 - 2,025
Max Speed : 226 km/h
Torque : 250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders : 4
Doors : 5
Model : Kodiaq
Modell : Kodiaq 2.0 TSI, Kodiaq RS, Kodiaq 1.5 TSI mHEV, Kodiaq 2.0 TDI, Kodiaq 1.5 TSI iV PHEV
CO2 Efficiency Class : F, G, E, B
Trim Level : Selection 4x4 DSG, Sportline 4x4 DSG, 4x4 DSG, Selection DSG, Sportline DSG
Power kW : 110 - 195 kW
co2 : 35 - 186 g/km
Engine capacity : 1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Curb weight : 1,684 - 1,970 kg
Fuel tank capacity : 58 L
Trunk capacity : 745 - 910 L
Length : 4,758 mm
Width : 1,864 mm
Height : 1,679 - 1,683 mm
Brand : Skoda
Max trunk capacity : 2,105 L
Payload : 460 - 563 kg

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visibly cheaper
very slightly more power
significantly more efficient
substantially more electric range
visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
a bit lighter
visibly more trunk space

from £58,300

Volvo XC60

Price : 58,300 - 71,400 £
Body Type : SUV
Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
Transmission : Automatic
Transmission Detail : Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
Power HP : 335 - 406 HP
Consumption L/100km : 1.6 L/100km
Electric Range : 79 km
Seats : 5
Acceleration 0-100km/h : 4.9 - 5.7 s
Model Year : 2026
Torque : 589 - 669 Nm
Number of Cylinders : 4
Model : XC60
Modell : XC60 T6, XC60 T8
CO2 Efficiency Class : B
Trim Level : Essential AWD Geartronic, Core AWD Geartronic, Plus Black Edition AWD Geartronic, Plus Dark AWD Geartronic, Plus Bright AWD Geartronic, Ultra Black Edition AWD Geartronic, Ultra Dark AWD Geartronic, Ultra Bright AWD Geartronic
Power kW : 247 - 299 kW
co2 : 59 g/km
Engine capacity : 1,969 cm3
Curb weight : 2,150 kg
Width : 1,902 mm
Brand : Volvo
Payload : 510 kg

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Volvo XC60 as a suitable alternative to Kia Sorento

In the competitive midsize SUV segment, the Kia Sorento stands out with its impressive value and versatile three-row seating, making it an excellent choice for families on the go. In contrast, the Volvo XC60 offers a more luxurious experience, with refined interiors and advanced safety features that appeal to those seeking a premium driving experience. Ultimately, while the Sorento excels in practicality and affordability, the XC60 impresses with its Scandinavian design and technology prowess, catering to distinct consumer preferences.

The Volvo XC60 blends Scandinavian calm with confident presence, offering a cabin that feels plush without shouting for attention. It’s a smart pick for buyers after a composed ride, clever practicality and thoughtful safety touches — it even makes running the family shuttle feel almost serene, which is a small miracle.

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Quick data check: Volvo XC60

noticeably cheaper
a bit lighter
clearly more power
significantly more efficient
markedly more electric range
substantially quicker 0–100 km/h

from £74,300

Volvo XC90

Price : 74,300 - 84,600 £
Body Type : SUV
Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission : Automatic
Transmission Detail : Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
Power HP : 250 - 406 HP
Consumption L/100km : 3.4 - 8.3 L/100km
Electric Range : 69 km
Seats : 7
Acceleration 0-100km/h : 5.4 - 7.7 s
Model Year : 2,025 - 2,026
Torque : 360 - 669 Nm
Number of Cylinders : 4
Model : XC90
Modell : B5, XC90 T8
CO2 Efficiency Class : G, B
Trim Level : Plus Black Edition AWD Geartronic, Ultra Black Edition AWD Geartronic, Core AWD Geartronic, Plus Dark AWD Geartronic, Plus Bright AWD Geartronic, Ultra Dark AWD Geartronic, Ultra Bright AWD Geartronic
Power kW : 184 - 299 kW
co2 : 71 - 188 g/km
Engine capacity : 1,969 cm3
Curb weight : 2,080 - 2,350 kg
Width : 1,923 mm
Brand : Volvo
Payload : 600 - 710 kg

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Volvo XC90 as a suitable alternative to Kia Sorento

In a head-to-head comparison, the Kia Sorento impresses with its value and spacious interior, making it a compelling choice for families seeking practicality without breaking the bank. Conversely, the Volvo XC90 stands out for its luxurious design and advanced safety features, appealing to those who prioritize comfort and cutting-edge technology. Ultimately, the choice between the two will hinge on whether buyers are looking for budget-friendly functionality or premium refinement.

The Volvo XC90 is a serene Scandinavian SUV that mixes minimalist luxury with a composed, confidence-inspiring presence — ideal for buyers who want family practicality without sacrificing style. Inside it serves up a calm, well-crafted cabin and user-friendly tech that keeps long journeys pleasant and tantrums to a minimum, making the XC90 a smart, stylish pick for sensible drivers.

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Quick data check: Volvo XC90

clearly cheaper
somewhat lighter
noticeably more power
somewhat more efficient
visibly more electric range
considerably quicker 0–100 km/h

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