2025 Kia Sorento vs. 2024 Volkswagen ID.4 Review

Picture of the 2025 Kia Sorento

2025 Kia
Sorento

MSRP*: $31,990 to $47,390
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Picture of the 2024 Volkswagen ID.4

2024 Volkswagen
ID.4

MSRP*: $39,735 to $57,055
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MPG - City 20 - 23 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 27 - 31 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 6 - 7 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 75.5 ft3 64.2 ft3
Engine
  • 191-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 281-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 201-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 282-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 335-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 191 - 281 hp 201 - 335 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 - 4,500 lbs 2,200 - 2,700 lbs
Exterior Length 189.0 in 180.5 in
Exterior Width 74.8 in 72.9 in
Leg Room Front 41.4 in
Rear 41.7 in
Front 41.1 in
Rear 37.6 in
Head Room Front 40.3 in
Rear 39.1 in
Front 40.6 - 41.1 in
Rear 37.9 - 38.4 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
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Kia Sorento than in the Volkswagen ID.4. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Kia Sorento and the Volkswagen ID.4.

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). When looking only at MSRP, the Kia Sorento will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Volkswagen ID.4.

Dimensions
Since the Kia Sorento is much wider than the Volkswagen ID.4, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Kia Sorento, which is slightly longer than the Volkswagen ID.4.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Kia Sorento is clearly the choice over the Volkswagen ID.4 for pulling heavy loads. The Kia Sorento has a little less horsepower than the Volkswagen ID.4.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Kia Sorento does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Volkswagen ID.4.

Utility
The Kia Sorento offers greater seating capacity than the Volkswagen ID.4, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. The Kia Sorento has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Volkswagen ID.4.