2025 Audi SQ5 vs. 2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid Review

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2025 Audi
SQ5

MSRP*: $58,400 to $64,800
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2025 Kia
Sorento Hybrid

MSRP*: $38,690 to $46,890
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MPG - City 19 MPG 34 - 36 MPG
MPG - Hwy 24 - 26 MPG 34 - 36 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 6 seats
Cargo Space 53.1 - 54.1 ft3 75.5 ft3
Engine
  • 349-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 362-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 227-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 349 - 362 hp 227 hp
Towing Capacity 4,400 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 184.3 - 185.7 in 189.6 in
Exterior Width 74.5 - 74.8 in 74.8 in
Leg Room Front 40.9 in
Rear 38.0 in
Front 41.4 in
Rear 40.7 in
Head Room Front 38.1 in
Rear 37.7 in
Front 40.3 in
Rear 39.1 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Kia Sorento Hybrid than in the Audi SQ5, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Kia Sorento Hybrid will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Audi SQ5.

Convenience
With the Kia Sorento Hybrid, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Audi SQ5, due to its tank size and fuel economy.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Audi SQ5 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Kia Sorento Hybrid, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
The Audi SQ5 is about the same width as the Kia Sorento Hybrid. The Audi SQ5 is slightly shorter than the Kia Sorento Hybrid, which may make it easier to park.

Handling
The Audi SQ5 has a larger turning radius than the Kia Sorento Hybrid, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Audi SQ5 greatly out-muscles the Kia Sorento Hybrid.

Powertrain
The Audi SQ5 has much lower torque than the Kia Sorento Hybrid, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
The Audi SQ5 has less seating than the Kia Sorento Hybrid, making the Kia Sorento Hybrid the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The Audi SQ5 has significantly less cargo capacity than the Kia Sorento Hybrid.