Kia Sorento
Kia Sorento
SX 2.2L
$229,999
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Subaru Forester
2.0i-L EyeSight
$114,800
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Kia Sorento vs Subaru Forester Comparison

The detailed Cars comparison of Kia Sorento and Subaru Forester, based on price, specifications & other features is shown below. The Kia Sorento priced at $229,999 while the Subaru Forester Cars has a price tag of $114,800. Comparing the technical specifications, Subaru Forester engine displacement is 1995 while the Kia Sorento houses a 2199 engine.

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Overview: Sorento vs Forester

Key Features

Seating Capacity 7 seats 5 seats
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Engine Displacement 2199 cc 1995 cc
Power 197 hp 154 hp

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User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.5/5
8 reviews
4.29/5
7 reviews
User Review Comparison
  • The beast is ageing like fine wine

    I have had the Kia Sorento for over years now. And while the design language and the cabin don’t feel like their nifty and quirky 2022...

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    Hongbin 18 Apr, 2022 for Kia Sorento
  • Compact comfortable crossover from Subaru

    This has been considered to be a hit in the market since its inception. While I got to know about this I naturally felt like gathering vivid ideas...

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    Ryan 25 Jan, 2022 for Subaru Forester

From The Experts

Things we like

List of features

Refined engine

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A lot of safety features

Powerful engine

Excellent drive experience (off-road and on-road)

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Things we don't like

Limited third-row space

Slightly dated interiors 

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Not so responsive CVT

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Engine Details

No Of Cylinders 4 4
Valves Per Cylinder 4 4
Fuel Supply System -- Direct Injection
Compression Ratio -- 12.5:1

Transmission

Gear Box 8-Speed Variable Speed
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Drive Type FWD AWD

Performance

Engine Displacement 2199 cc 1995 cc
Power 197 hp 154 hp
Torque 441 Nm 196 Nm
Fuel Type Diesel Petrol
Top Speed -- 193 kmph
Fuel Consumption -- 7.4
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Dimensions & Capacity

Seating Capacity 7 seats 5 seats
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) 71 L 63 L
Length 4800 mm 4625 mm
Width 1890 mm 1815 mm
Ground Clearance 185 mm --
Height 1690 mm 1730 mm
Wheel Base 2780 mm 2670 mm
Front Tread 1628 mm --
Rear Tread 1639 mm --
No Of Doors 5 5
Front Headroom 965 mm --
Front Legroom 1048 mm --
Rear Headroom 969 mm --
Rear Legroom 1000 mm --
Cargo Volume -- 520 L
Kerb Weight -- 1538 kg
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Suspension & Brakes

Front Suspension MacPherson Strut MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension Multi-Link Double Wishbone

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheel Size 19 Inch 17 Inch
Tyre Size 235/55 R19 225/60 R17
Tyre Type Radial Radial
Wheel Size R19 R17

Steering

Steering Type Power Electric Power
Steering Column Tilt & Telescopic Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Gear Type Rack & Pinion Rack & Pinion
Turning Radius 5.6 m 5.4 m
Adjustable Steering Column Yes Yes

Security

Smart Access Card Entry No No
Central Locking Yes Yes
Power Door Locks Yes Yes
Anti Theft Device Yes Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm Yes Yes
Engine Immobilizer Yes Yes
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Safety

Passenger Airbag Yes Yes
Side Airbag-Front Yes Yes
Driver Airbag Yes Yes
Child Safety Locks Yes Yes
Anti-Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Brake Assist Yes Yes
Ebd Yes Yes
Rear Seat Belts Yes Yes
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Parking Sensors Yes Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Engine Check Warning Yes Yes
Front Impact Beams Yes Yes
Side Impact Beams Yes Yes
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Side Airbag-Rear -- Yes
Rear Camera -- Yes
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Engine Details

Engine 2.2L Diesel Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve 2.2L Diesel Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve 2.0L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC 2.0L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC
Valve Configuration -- DOHC DOHC

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner Yes Yes
Power Windows Front Yes Yes
Power Windows Rear Yes --
Automatic Climate Control Yes Yes
Heater Yes Yes
Engine Start/Stop Button Yes Yes
Adjustable Seats Yes Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat Yes Yes
Heated Seats - Front Yes --
Heated Seats - Rear No No
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
On Board Computer Yes Yes
Automatic Headlamps Yes --
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle No Yes
Accessory Power Outlet Yes Yes
Power Steering Yes Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Foldable Rear Seat Yes Yes
Low Fuel Warning Light Yes Yes
Rear Reading Lamp Yes --
Rear Seat Headrest Yes Yes
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest Yes Yes
Cup Holders-Front Yes Yes
Cup Holders-Rear Yes Yes
Bottle Holder Yes Yes
Vanity Mirror Yes Yes
Folding Table Rear No No
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Centre Console Armrest Yes Yes
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Entertainment & Communication

Touch Screen Yes Yes
FM/AM/Radio Yes Yes
Navigation System Yes Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity Yes Yes
USB & Auxiliary Input Yes Yes
Speakers Front Yes Yes
Speakers Rear Yes Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio Yes Yes
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Exterior

Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes
Fog Lights Front Yes Yes
Fog Lights Rear Yes --
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror No No
Rain Sensing Wiper Yes Yes
Rear Window Wiper Yes Yes
Wheel Covers No No
Alloy Wheels Yes Yes
Power Antenna No No
Rear Spoiler Yes Yes
Removable Convertible Top No No
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator Yes --
Integrated Antenna Yes Yes
Roof Rail Yes Yes
Front Brake Type Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs
Rear Brake Type Discs Discs Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs
Rear Window Washer -- Yes
Rear Window Defogger -- Yes
Sun Roof -- No
Moon Roof -- No
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Miscellaneous

Tacho Meter Yes Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter Yes Yes
Leather Seats Yes Yes
Fabric Upholstery No No
Leather Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Digital Clock Yes Yes
Digital Odometer Yes Yes
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank Yes Yes
Headlamp Type LED LED LED LED
Electric Adjustable Seats -- Yes
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Kia Sorento vs Subaru Forester FAQs

Which Car has more power between Kia Sorento vs Subaru Forester?

The Kia Sorento has power of 197 hp with 441 Nm torque and Subaru Forester has power of 154 hp with 196 Nm torque. Thus making Sorento the more powerful as compared to Forester.

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Which Car has more safety features between Kia Sorento vs Subaru Forester?

Sorento safety features: Passenger Airbag, Side Airbag-Front, Driver Airbag, Child Safety Locks, Anti-Lock Braking System, Brake Assist, Ebd, Rear Seat Belts, Seat Belt Warning, Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Parking Sensors, Crash Sensor, Engine Check Warning, Front Impact Beams, Side Impact Beams and Door Ajar Warning

Forester safety features: Passenger Airbag, Side Airbag-Front, Driver Airbag, Side Airbag-Rear, Child Safety Locks, Anti-Lock Braking System, Brake Assist, Ebd, Rear Seat Belts, Seat Belt Warning, Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Rear Camera, Parking Sensors, Crash Sensor, Engine Check Warning, Front Impact Beams, Side Impact Beams and Door Ajar Warning

The Subaru Forester has higher number of sefety features than Sorento, hence Subaru Forester is more safer than Kia Sorento.

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Which Car has more comfort features between Sorento vs Forester?

Sorento comfort features: Air Conditioner, Power Windows Front, Power Windows Rear, Automatic Climate Control, Heater, Engine Start/Stop Button, Adjustable Seats, Height Adjustable Driver Seat, Heated Seats - Front, Electric Folding Rear View Mirror, On Board Computer, Automatic Headlamps, Accessory Power Outlet, Power Steering, Multi-function Steering Wheel, Cruise Control, Foldable Rear Seat, Low Fuel Warning Light, Rear Reading Lamp, Rear Seat Headrest, Rear Seat Center Arm Rest, Cup Holders-Front, Cup Holders-Rear, Bottle Holder, Vanity Mirror, Keyless Entry and Centre Console Armrest

Forester comfort features: Air Conditioner, Power Windows Front, Automatic Climate Control, Heater, Engine Start/Stop Button, Adjustable Seats, Height Adjustable Driver Seat, Electric Folding Rear View Mirror, On Board Computer, Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle, Accessory Power Outlet, Power Steering, Multi-function Steering Wheel, Cruise Control, Foldable Rear Seat, Low Fuel Warning Light, Rear Seat Headrest, Rear Seat Center Arm Rest, Cup Holders-Front, Cup Holders-Rear, Bottle Holder, Vanity Mirror, Keyless Entry and Centre Console Armrest

The Kia Sorento has higher number of comfort features than Forester, hence Kia Sorento is more comfortable than Subaru Forester.

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What is Sorento vs Forester dimension size comparison?

The Sorento dimensions are 4800 mm length, 1890 mm width, 1690 mm height while the Forester Dimensions are 4625 mm length, 1815 mm width, 1730 mm height. Hence, the Sorento is more longer, Sorento is more wider and Forester is more higher.

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