Kia SUV smackdown: Sorento vs. Stonic
The Kia Sorento is an impressive ride that delivers consistently excellent performance in whatever road condition, whether you are a city dweller or an adventure seeker.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
How much is the Kia Sorento?
Pricing ranges from P2.398 million to P2.598 million.How much is the Kia Stonic?
Pricing ranges from P765,000 to P955,000.This seven-seater SUV's modern and stylish design will surely instill confidence on the road.
Thanks to the Sorento's high-quality infotainment system, which is controlled via its eight-inch touchscreen audio display, you can stream your favorite songs from your smartphone via Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay, or Android Auto. Four speakers with two tweeters have also been added to the vehicle's audio system.
The Sorento is powered by a Smartstream 2.2-liter common rail direct injection (CRDI) diesel engine that churns out a maximum power of 202ps at 3,800rpm and maximum torque of 441Nm at 1,750 to 2,750rpm. The engine is mated to a Smartstream eight-speed dual clutch transmission.
The Sorento's driver assistance features, which include cruise control, blind spot detection (BSD), lane keeping assist, forward collision avoidance assist, rear cross traffic alert, 360-degree surround view monitor, and parking distance warning with front and rear sensors, make driving more convenient.
To ensure that every occupant is protected on any road condition, the Sorento is equipped with cutting-edge safety features such as downhill brake control (DBC) and trailer stability assist (TSA).
If you are looking for a more affordable alternative under the same brand, you can go for the Stonic, which is a popular choice among young professionals.
The "tiger nose" grille, projector headlamps, LED daytime running lamps, and a rear spoiler garnish distinguish the Stonic. The vehicle also comes in two-tone body colors, which add to the fun and youthful appeal.
Aside from its “style that’s iconic,” the five-seater subcompact crossover also has a roomy cabin that ensures a pleasant ride for all passengers. The rear seats may be folded down to create 325 liters of cargo space. An eight-inch touchscreen audio display with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility is also included.
Under the Stonic’s hood is a 1.4-liter dual CVVT petrol engine that produces a maximum power of 100 ps at 6,000 rpm and a maximum torque of 132 Nm at 4,000 rpm. The engine is paired to a six-speed automatic transmission. The vehicle has a rear-view camera and rear sensors for easier driving and safer parking.
Check out the spec chart below to see which Kia better suits your lifestyle and needs — not to mention budget.
SPECIFICATIONS |
Kia Sorento 2.2 SX AT |
Kia Stonic 1.4 EX AT |
Overall Length (mm) |
4,810 |
4,100 |
Overall Width (mm) |
1,900 |
1,735 |
Overall Height (mm) |
1,700 |
1,533 |
Wheelbase (mm) |
2,815 |
2,570 |
Minimum Ground Clearance (mm) |
176 |
185 |
Minimum Turning Radius (m) |
5.8 |
5.5 |
Fuel Tank Capacity (L) |
67 |
43 |
Curb Weight (kg) |
1,811 |
1,117 |
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg) |
2,550 |
1,530 |
Engine |
Smartstream Diesel 2.2-liter In-Line Four Cylinders CRDI VGT |
1.4-liter In-Line Four Cylinders, DOHC, D-CVVT Petrol |
Displacement (cc) |
2,151 |
1,368 |
Maximum Power Output (ps/rpm) |
202/3,800 |
100/6,000 |
Maximum Torque (Nm/rpm) |
441/1,750-2,750 |
132/4,000 |
Transmission |
Smartstream Eight-speed Dual Clutch Transmission |
Six-speed Automatic Transmission |
Steering |
Motor Driven Power Steering |
Motor Driven Power Steering |
Drivetrain |
Front Wheel Drive |
Front Wheel Drive |
Drive Mode Select |
Eco, Comfort, Sport, and Smart |
Without |
Brakes |
Front: Disc Rear: Disc |
Front: Disc Rear: Disc |
Suspension |
Front: McPherson Strut and Stabilizer Rear: Multi-link |
Front: McPherson Strut and Stabilizer Rear: Coupled Torsion Beam Axle |
Wheel Type |
19-inch Alloy |
16-inch Alloy |
Tire Size |
235/55R19 |
195/60R16 |
Spare Tire |
Temporary Steel |
Temporary Steel |
Headlamps |
LED Multi-Reflector |
Projection Type Halogen |
Auto Light Control |
With |
Without |
Daytime Running Lights |
LED |
LED |
Front Fog Lamps |
LED |
Without |
Exterior Rear View Mirrors |
Body Color, Electric Adjustable and Folding |
Body Color, Electric Adjustable |
Turn Signal Indicators |
LED, Integrated on Exterior Rear View Mirror |
Integrated on Exterior Rear View Mirror |
Antenna |
Pole Type |
Fin Type |
Front Windshield Wipers |
Rain Sensing |
Intermittent |
Radiator Grille |
With Chrome Trim |
Black and Silver Molding |
Beltline Molding |
Chrome |
Chrome |
Outside Door Handles |
Chrome |
Chrome |
Rear Window Defogger |
With |
With |
Rear Spoiler |
With |
With |
Rear Combination Lamps |
LED |
Standard |
Power Tailgate |
With |
Without |
Instrument Panel |
Speedometer, Tachometer, Rheostat, Trip Computer, and Multi-Function Display |
Speedometer, Tachometer, Rheostat, and Multi-Function Display |
Sunvisor |
Driver: Sliding with Vanity Mirror, Illumination, and Ticket Holder Front Passenger: With Vanity Mirror and Illumination |
Driver: With Front Passenger: With Vanity Mirror |
Interior Rear View Mirror |
Electrochromic |
Day and Night |
Map Lamp |
With |
Without |
Room Lamp |
With |
With |
Dashboard Trim |
Metallic and Wood Trims |
Black with Silver Accent |
Inside Door Handles |
Satin Silver |
Standard |
Steering Wheel |
Four-Spoke Leather |
Three-Spoke Polyurethane |
Steering Wheel Column |
Tilt and Telescopic |
Manual Tilt |
Steering Wheel Controls |
Audio, Bluetooth, Multi-Function Display, Cruise Control, and Lane Keeping Assist |
Audio and Bluetooth Hands-Free |
Gear Shift Knob |
Leather |
Polyurethane |
Parking Brake |
Electronic Parking Brake with Auto Hold |
Hand Brake |
Power Windows |
With Auto Up/Down and Safety Function |
With |
Power Door Locks |
Central Door Lock with Auto Locking Function |
With |
Remote Keyless Entry |
Smart Entry with Remote Start |
Smart Entry |
Push Start |
Illuminated Push Start Button |
Illuminated Push Start Button |
Glove Box |
With Illumination |
With |
Power Outlet |
Rear Console and Luggage |
Console |
USB Port |
Front Center Console, Front Seat Back Panel, and Rear Center Console |
Without |
Cupholders |
Front Console, Second Row Armrest, Rear Doors, and Third Row Side Trim |
Front Console |
Bottle Holder |
Doors |
Doors |
Seat Material |
Leather |
Cloth |
Seats |
Driver: Eight-way Power and Four-way Lumbar Support with Memory and Cooling Front Passenger: Eight-way Power with Cooling Second Row: Button-Type Remote Backrest Folding, Walk-in and Slide, 60:40 Split, Reclining, Sliding with Armrest Third Row: 50:50 Full Flat Folding |
Driver: Height Adjust, Recline and Slide Front Passenger: Recline and Slide Second Row: 60:40 Full Flat Folding |
Head Restraints |
Up, Down (Front, Second Row, and Third Row) |
Up, Down (Front) |
Rear Seat Back Pockets |
Driver and Passenger |
Without |
Seating Capacity |
Seven |
Five |
Air-Conditioning |
Dual Zone Automatic |
Single Zone Automatic |
Luggage Compartment Lamp |
With |
With |
Luggage Tonneau Cover |
With |
Without |
Luggage Capacity (L) |
357 |
325 |
Audio System |
Eight-inch Touchscreen, AM/FM Radio, MP3 with USB Ports |
Eight-inch Touchscreen, AM/FM Radio, MP3 with USB Ports |
Connectivity |
Bluetooth Handsfree with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto |
Bluetooth Handsfree, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto |
Speakers |
Four with Two Tweeters |
Four with Two Tweeters |
Mobile Phone Wireless Charging |
With |
Without |
Cruise Control |
With |
Without |
Blind Spot Detection (BSD) |
Blind Spot View Monitor |
Without |
Lane Keeping Assist |
With |
Without |
Forward Collision Avoidance Assist |
With |
Without |
Rear Cross Traffic Alert |
With |
Without |
Camera Display |
360-Degree Surround View Monitor |
Rear Camera with Dynamic Guidelines |
Parking Distance Warning |
Front and Rear Sensors |
Rear Sensors |
Airbags |
Driver, Front Passenger, Side, and Curtain |
Driver and Front Passenger |
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) |
With |
With |
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) |
With |
With |
Downhill Brake Control (DBC) |
With |
Without |
Hill-start Assist Control (HAC) |
With |
With |
Trailer Stability Assist (TSA) |
With |
Without |
Anti-theft System |
With |
With |
Seatbelt |
Front: Three-point ELR with Pretensioner (x2) Second Row: Three-point ELR (x3) Third Row: Three-point ELR (x2) |
Front: Three-point ELR with Dual Pretensioner (x2) Second Row: Three-point ELR with Pretensioner (x2); Two-point Static (x1) |
Isofix Child Anchor |
With |
With |
Child Lock |
With |
With |
Available Body Colors |
Silky Silver, Snow White Pearl, and Aurora Black Pearl |
Prime Red, Extreme Blue, Clear White, Black/Flame Orange, Black/Flash Yellow, and Black/Clear White |
Price |
P2,588,000 (+P10,000 for Pearl Color Variants) |
P955,000 |
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