Kia Sorento vs Toyota RAV4
Price, estimated monthly instalment and specifications of the Kia Sorento and the Toyota RAV4 as sold in the Philippines, using each model's lowest-priced variant.
Source: KP Motors Corporation (Kia Philippines, an ACMobility subsidiary) and Toyota Motor Philippines Corporation. Last verified .
Photo: Kia Philippines, via kiaphilippines.com.
Kia Sorento
1.6 EX 4x2 Turbo Hybrid variant
- SRP
- ₱2,188,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱38,075
Photo: Toyota Motor Philippines, via toyota.com.ph.
Toyota RAV4
2.5 Adventure HEV CVT variant
- SRP
- ₱2,227,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱38,754
How they differ
- The Kia Sorento is the less expensive of the two: it starts at ₱2,188,000, which is ₱39,000 (2%) below the Toyota RAV4 at ₱2,227,000.
- On installment at our default terms, the Sorento is estimated at ₱38,075 a month against ₱38,754 for the RAV4, a difference of ₱679 a month.
- The Sorento makes more power (235 PS against 186 PS for the RAV4).
- The Sorento has more torque (367 Nm against 221 Nm for the RAV4).
- The RAV4 has the larger engine (2,487 cc against 1,598 cc for the Sorento).
- The Sorento is the longer vehicle (4,815 mm against 4,620 mm for the RAV4).
- The RAV4 sits higher off the ground (201 mm against 174 mm for the Sorento).
- The Sorento seats 7, the RAV4 seats 5.
Specifications side by side
| Specification | Kia Sorento1.6 EX 4x2 Turbo Hybrid, ₱2,188,000 | Toyota RAV42.5 Adventure HEV CVT, ₱2,227,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and performance | ||
| Engine (differs) | 1.6L turbo gasoline hybrid (Gamma II 1.6 T-GDI with permanent magnet synchronous motor) | A25A-FXS, 16-Valve DOHC, 4 Cylinders, In-line type, with VVT-iE and VVT-I, Hybrid (Gasoline); total hybrid system output 239 PS |
| Displacement (differs) | 1598 cc | 2487 cc |
| Max power (differs) | 235 PS | 186 PS |
| Power peak (differs) | n/a | 6000 rpm |
| Max torque (differs) | 367 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque peak (differs) | n/a | 3600-5200 rpm |
| Electric powertrain | ||
| Battery type (differs) | Lithium-ion | n/a |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission (differs) | 6-speed automatic | e-CVT |
| Drivetrain (differs) | FWD | AWD |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length (differs) | 4815 mm | 4620 mm |
| Width (differs) | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Height (differs) | 1700 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase (differs) | 2815 mm | 2690 mm |
| Ground clearance (differs) | 174 mm | 201 mm |
| Curb weight (differs) | 1963 kg | n/a |
| Turning radius (differs) | 5.78 m | n/a |
| Capacity | ||
| Seats (differs) | 7 | 5 |
| Fuel tank (differs) | 67 L | 55 L |
| Cargo volume (differs) | 357 L | n/a |
| Chassis and brakes | ||
| Front suspension (differs) | MacPherson strut with stabilizer | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear suspension | Multi-link | Multi-Link |
| Front brake (differs) | Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear brake (differs) | Disc | Solid Disc |
| Tyres (differs) | n/a | 235/60 R18 |
| Wheels (differs) | 18" alloy | n/a |
| Safety | ||
| ABS (differs) | ABS | Standard |
| Airbags (differs) | 6 | n/a |
| Driver assistance (differs) | Cruise control, front and rear parking distance warning, rear camera | Toyota Safety Sense, Pre-Collision System, Lane Departure Alert, Lane Tracing Assist, Automatic High Beam, Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Blind Spot Monitor, Parking Support Brake, Safe Exit Assist |
| Stability control (differs) | Electronic Stability Control with hill-start assist and downhill brake control | Standard |
| Features | ||
| Infotainment (differs) | 12.3" touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | 12.9" Display Audio with Wireless Apple Carplay and Wireless Android Auto; 9-Speaker JBL Sound System |
| Smartphone connectivity (differs) | n/a | 12.9" Display Audio with Wireless Apple Carplay and Wireless Android Auto |
| Instrument panel (differs) | 4" LCD | 12.3" TFT |
| Headlight (differs) | Multi-faceted reflector LED | Projector LED |
| Keyless system (differs) | Smart entry with remote start and push-button start | Smart Entry, Push Start ignition |
| Other features (differs) | Petrol engine alone: 180 PS at 5,500 rpm and 265 Nm at 1,500-4,500 rpm; electric motor 60 PS and 264 Nm | SRS airbags: Driver, Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Shield, Driver Knee; Hill-start Assist Control; Downhill Assist Control; Camera: Panoramic View Monitor; Parking sonar: Front: 4 + Rear: 4; Drive modes: Eco, Sport, Normal, Custom, Trail, Snow; Moonroof: Tilt & Slide; Seats: Synthetic Leather; Air conditioning: F: Automatic Dual Zone Climate Control with S-Flow; Wireless charger; Power back door |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty (differs) | 5 years or 160,000 km (private use) | n/a |
| Service interval (differs) | n/a | Every 10,000 km or 6 months, whichever comes first |
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Prices are the distributor's suggested retail prices as of the verified date and may differ at dealers. Registration, insurance and other fees are not included unless stated.