2022 Subaru Outback AWD v Kia Sorento S comparison
Crossover against SUV, five seats against seven, all-wheel drive against front-wheel drive, Japan against Korea. It's a base model shootout.
Kia Sorento vs Subaru Outback Comparison
Kia Sorento
Subaru Outback
2024 Kia
Sorento
vs
2024 Subaru
Outback
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How they stack...
CarExpert Score
CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the suv large category, between scores of 7 and 8.6.
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8.1
8.3
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Based on the Kia Sorento S 7 SEAT
Based on the Subaru Outback AWD SPORT
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
Long distance drivingFuel Efficiency
67L
107 to 650 km
63L
460 to 567 km
ANCAP Safety Rating
Warranty
7 year - 8 year
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5 year
warranty
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MSRP
$47,650 - $81,080
$39,990 - $56,990
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CarExpert's Take
Jack Quick
Assistant Production Editor
Jack Quick drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Doesn't feel like a base model inside
- Plenty of interior space
- Slick new infotainment system
Misses
- Very thirsty V6
- Annoying speed limit assist chimes
- No third-row airbag coverage
Jack Quick
Assistant Production Editor
Jack Quick drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Fantastic ride and handling
- Like a couch on wheels
- Oodles of interior space
Misses
- Uninspiring performance
- Shorter service intervals
- Facial detection can get annoying
Standard Features
| Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
| Wireless phone charger | ||
| Powered tailgate | ||
| Rear air vents | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Climate control | ||
| Reversing sensors | ||
| Reversing camera | ||
| Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Optional Features
- Premium Paint (+$695)
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Colours Available
The 2024 Kia Sorento is available in the following exterior paint colours:
- Clear White
- Silky Silver
- Steel Grey
- Mineral Blue
- Gravity Blue
- Aurora Black
- Snow White Pearl
- Volcanic Sand Brown
- Cityscape Green
All colours apart from Clear White cost an additional $695.
Comparison
Reviews
8.1
2024 Kia Sorento S V6 FWD review
Sure this entry-level Kia Sorento may look like a rental-spec vehicle on the outside, but inside it now finally feels fresh and up to date.
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Jack Quick
8.3
2024 Subaru Outback review
The Subaru Outback will soon be the only lifted wagon in its segment. Does it still make sense with the less powerful, atmo engine?
Jack Quick
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Specs
| Type | ||
| TURBO CDI, MULTI POINT F/INJ, TUR GASOLINE DIR INJ | DIRECT FUEL INJ, TURBO DIRECT F/INJ | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1598 - 3470 | 2387 - 2498 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 2.2L, 3.5L, 1.6L | 2.5L, 2.4L | |
| Induction | ||
| DIESEL TURBO 4, V6, TURBO 4 | FLAT 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| DUAL OVERHEAD CAM, VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 16 - 24 | 16 | |
| Power | ||
| 132kW - 200kW | 138kW - 183kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 3800 - 6300 | 5200 - 5800 | |
| Torque | ||
| 265Nm - 440Nm | 245Nm - 350Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 1500 - 5000 | 2000 - 3400 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 10.5 - 16 | 10.6 - 12 | |
