Kia Sorento
Kia Sorento
1.6 EX Turbo Hybrid AT 4x2
₱2.188 Million
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Subaru Outback
2.5i-Touring EyeSight
₱2.58 Million
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Kia Sorento vs Subaru Outback Comparison

Find below the detailed Cars comparison of Kia Sorento and Subaru Outback, based on price, specifications, & other features. We have the Kia Sorento priced at ₱2.188 Million, while Subaru Outback is priced at ₱2.58 Million . If we compare the technical specifications, Kia Sorento houses 1598 engine whereas Subaru Outback engine displacement stands at 2498.

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Overview: Sorento vs Outback

Key Features

Engine Displacement 1598 cc 2498 cc
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Power 178 hp 185 hp
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline

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User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.33/5
30 reviews
4/5
14 reviews
User Review Comparison
  • Plenty of power, beautiful interior

    I purchased the Kia Sorento last month, and I’m really very pleased with it. Before this, I had a mid-size crossover SUV, which was good, but this...

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    P
    Prince Sep 12, 2025 for Kia Sorento
  • Top-notch safety and practicality

    I purchased the Subaru Outback for my grandson. The reputation of Subaru for saving lives is definitely up to its claim with this vehicle. My...

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    J
    Jacinto Sep 10, 2025 for Subaru Outback

From The Experts

Things we like

Premium styling and features

Spacious cabin

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Long list of features

Spacious and comfortable cabin

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Things we don't like

Slightly stiffer ride quality

Boot space could have been better

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Stiff ride quality

Low slung stance might not be loved by all

 

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Dimensions & Capacity

Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) 67 L 63 L
Kerb Weight 1963 kg 1776 kg
Gross Weight 2850 kg --
Length 4815 mm 4870 mm
Width 1900 mm 1875 mm
Height 1700 mm 1675 mm
Wheel Base 2815 mm 2745 mm
Ground Clearance 174 mm 213 mm
Turning Radius 5.78 m 5.5 m
No Of Doors 5 5
Seating Capacity 7 seats 5 seats
Cargo Volume -- 522 L
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Engine Details

Battery Type Lithium-ion --
Motor Type Permanent Magnet Synchronous --
Engine 1.6L Gasoline Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC 2.5L Gasoline Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC
No Of Cylinders 4 4
Valves Per Cylinder 4 4
Valve Configuration DOHC DOHC
Fuel Supply System -- Direct Injection
Compression Ratio -- 12.0:1
Bore X Stroke -- 94 x 90mm
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Performance

Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Engine Displacement 1598 cc 2498 cc
Power 178 hp 185 hp
Torque 265 Nm 245 Nm
Secondary Engine Max Power 59 hp --
Secondary Engine Max Torque 264 Nm --
RPM At Max Power 5500 RPM 5800 RPM
RPM At Max Torque 1500-4500 RPM 3400-4600 RPM
Acceleration -- 9.6 s
Top Speed -- 206 kmph
Fuel Consumption -- 7.3L/100km
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Steering

Adjustable Steering Column Yes Yes
Steering Column Tilt & Telescopic Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Type Motor Driven Electric Power
Steering Gear Type Rack & Pinion Rack & Pinion
Power Steering -- Yes

Suspension & Brakes

Front Brake Type Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs
Rear Brake Type Discs Ventilated Discs
Front Suspension MacPherson Strut MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension Multi-Link Double Wishbone

Transmission

Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Gear Box 6-Speed Variable Speed
Drive Type FWD AWD
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle -- Yes

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheels Yes Yes
Wheel Covers No No
Alloy Wheel Size 19 Inch 18 Inch
Tyre Size 235/55 R19 225/35 R18
Tyre Type Radial Radial
Wheel Size R19 R18
Spare Tyre Size -- 225/35 R18
Spare Tyre Material -- Alloy
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Safety

Anti-Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Brake Assist Yes Yes
Ebd Yes Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System Yes Yes
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Traction Control Yes Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Driver Airbag Yes Yes
Passenger Airbag Yes Yes
Curtain Airbags Yes Yes
Side Airbag-Front Yes Yes
Side Airbag-Rear No No
Knee Airbags No Yes
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes
Rear Seat Belts Yes Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts Yes Yes
Child Safety Locks Yes Yes
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts Yes Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror Yes Auto Dimming Auto Dimming
Front Parking Sensors Yes --
Rear Parking Sensors Yes Yes
Rear Camera Yes Yes
360 Camera No Yes
Park Assist No No
Hill-Start Assist Control Yes --
Downhill Assist Control Yes --
Front Impact Beams Yes Yes
Side Impact Beams Yes Yes
Engine Check Warning Yes Yes
Electric Parking Brake Yes Yes
Blind Spot monitor No --
Speed Sensing Door Locks Yes Yes
Parking Sensors -- Yes
Emergency Stop Signal -- Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor -- Yes
Lane Departure Warning System -- No
Advance Safety Feature -- Lane Change Assist, Auto Vehicle Hold, Active Torque Vectoring, Brake Override, EyeSight Assist Monitor, Driver Monitoring System, Steering, Responsive Headlights Lane Change Assist, Auto Vehicle Hold, Active Torque Vectoring, Brake Override, EyeSight Assist Monitor, Driver Monitoring System, Steering, Responsive Headlights
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Security

Central Locking Yes Yes
Power Door Locks Yes Yes
Anti Theft Device Yes Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm Yes Yes
Engine Immobilizer Yes Yes

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner Yes Yes
Automatic Climate Control Dual Zone Dual Zone Dual Zone Dual Zone
Rear A/C Vents Yes Yes
Heater Yes Yes
Ventilated Front Seats No No
Accessory Power Outlet Front & Rear Front & Rear Front & Rear Front & Rear
Engine Start/Stop Button Yes Yes
Drive Mode Eco, Sport, Smart Eco, Sport, Smart --
Central Console Armrest Yes Yes
Bottle Holder Front & Rear Front & Rear Front & Rear Front & Rear
Cup Holders-Front Yes Yes
Cup Holders-Rear Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control No --
Power Windows Front Yes Yes
Power Windows Rear Yes Yes
Rear Reading Lamp Yes Yes
Vanity Mirror Yes Yes
Trunk Light Yes --
Automatic Headlamps Yes Yes
Memory Seats No Yes
Wireless Charger No No
Glove Box Cooling -- No
Ventilated Rear Seats -- No
Follow Me Home Headlamps -- No
Head-Up Display -- No
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Entertainment & Communication

Display Size 12.3 Inch 12.3 Inch 11.6 Inch 11.6 Inch
Apple Carplay/Android Auto Yes Yes
USB & Auxiliary Input Yes Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity Yes Yes
FM/AM/Radio Yes Yes
Speakers Front Yes Yes
Speakers Rear Yes Yes
No Of Speakers 6 6 11 11
Multi-function Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio No No
Voice Control Yes Yes
Touch Screen Yes Yes
Audio System -- Harmon/Kardon Audio System Harmon/Kardon Audio System
Navigation System -- Yes
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Instrumentation

Low Fuel Warning Light Yes Yes
Digital Clock Yes Yes
Digital Odometer Yes Yes
Tacho Meter Yes Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter Yes Yes
Instrument Cluster Display Size 4 Inch 4 Inch --
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Seats & Upholstery

Height Adjustable Driver Seat Yes Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats No 10-Way Driver & 8-Way front Passenger 10-Way Driver & 8-Way front Passenger
Seat Lumbar Support No No
Heated Seats - Front No No
Adjustable Headrest Yes Front & Rear Front & Rear
Rear Seat Headrest Yes Yes
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest Yes Yes
Leather Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Folding Table Rear No No
Foldable Rear Seat 2nd Row 60:40 & 3rd Row 50/50 Split 2nd Row 60:40 & 3rd Row 50/50 Split Yes
Seat Upholstery Fabric Fabric Nappa Leather Nappa Leather
Heated Seats - Rear -- No
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Exterior

Electric Folding Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror No No
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator Yes Yes
Remote Trunk Opener No Yes
Integrated Antenna Yes Yes
Rain Sensing Wiper Yes Yes
Rear Window Wiper Yes Yes
Rear Window Defogger Yes --
Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes
Headlamp Type LED LED LED LED
Daytime Running Lights LED LED LED LED
Taillight Type Bulb Bulb LED LED
Fog Lights Front LED LED LED LED
Roof Rail Yes Yes
Rear Spoiler Yes --
Sun Roof No Yes
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank Yes Yes
Power Antenna -- No
Headlamps Washer -- Yes
Fog Lights Rear -- Yes
Roof Carrier -- No
Removable Convertible Top -- No
Side Stepper -- No
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Interior

Ambient Light No --
Sun Visors Yes Yes

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Kia Sorento vs Subaru Outback FAQs

Which Car is cheaper between Kia Sorento vs Subaru Outback?

Sorento is priced at ₱2.188 Million and Outback is priced at ₱2.58 Million. Hence Sorento is the cheapest amongst these Car.

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

The Kia Sorento has power of 178 hp with 265 Nm torque and Subaru Outback has power of 185 hp with 245 Nm torque. Thus making Outback the more powerful as compared to Sorento.

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Which Car has higher ground clearance between Sorento vs Outback?

The Sorento comes with a ground clearance of 174 mm , on the other hand the Outback comes with a ground clearance of 213 mm , hence the Subaru Outback has better ground clearence and off roading capabilities.

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

Sorento safety features: Anti-Lock Braking System, Brake Assist, Ebd, Vehicle Stability Control System, Door Ajar Warning, Traction Control, Crash Sensor, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Curtain Airbags, Side Airbag-Front, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Seat Belts, Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts, Child Safety Locks, ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts, Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Front Parking Sensors, Rear Parking Sensors, Rear Camera, Hill-Start Assist Control, Downhill Assist Control, Front Impact Beams, Side Impact Beams, Engine Check Warning, Electric Parking Brake and Speed Sensing Door Locks

Outback safety features: Anti-Lock Braking System, Brake Assist, Ebd, Vehicle Stability Control System, Door Ajar Warning, Traction Control, Crash Sensor, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Curtain Airbags, Side Airbag-Front, Knee Airbags, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Seat Belts, Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts, Child Safety Locks, ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts, Parking Sensors, Rear Parking Sensors, Rear Camera, 360 Camera, Emergency Stop Signal, Front Impact Beams, Side Impact Beams, Engine Check Warning, Tyre Pressure Monitor, Electric Parking Brake and Speed Sensing Door Locks

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

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Which Car has more comfort features between Sorento vs Outback?

Sorento comfort features: Air Conditioner, Rear A/C Vents, Heater, Engine Start/Stop Button, Central Console Armrest, Cup Holders-Front, Cup Holders-Rear, Keyless Entry, Cruise Control, Power Windows Front, Power Windows Rear, Rear Reading Lamp, Vanity Mirror, Trunk Light and Automatic Headlamps

Outback comfort features: Air Conditioner, Rear A/C Vents, Heater, Engine Start/Stop Button, Central Console Armrest, Cup Holders-Front, Cup Holders-Rear, Keyless Entry, Cruise Control, Power Windows Front, Power Windows Rear, Rear Reading Lamp, Vanity Mirror, Automatic Headlamps and Memory Seats

The Kia Sorento and Subaru Outback both have same Comfort Features.

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Which is bigger Sorento or Outback?

The Sorento dimensions are 4815 mm length, 1900 mm width, 1700 mm height while the Outback dimensions are 4870 mm length, 1875 mm width, 1675 mm height. Hence, the Outback is more longer, Sorento is more wider and Sorento is more higher.

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