Kia Sorento
Kia Sorento
SX 2.2L
$229,999
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Mazda CX-8
Mazda CX-8
Elegance 7-Seater
$240,888
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Kia Sorento vs Mazda CX-8 Comparison

The detailed Cars comparison of Kia Sorento and Mazda CX-8, based on price, specifications & other features is shown below. The Kia Sorento priced at $229,999 while the Mazda CX-8 Cars has a price tag of $240,888. Comparing the technical specifications, Mazda CX-8 engine displacement is 2488 while the Kia Sorento houses a 2199 engine.

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Overview: Sorento vs Mazda CX-8

Key Features

Seating Capacity 7 seats 7 seats
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Engine Displacement 2199 cc 2488 cc
Power 197 hp 192 hp

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User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.5/5
8 reviews
4.8/5
5 reviews
User Review Comparison
  • The beast is ageing like fine wine

    I have had the Kia Sorento for over years now. And while the design language and the cabin don’t feel like their nifty and quirky 2022...

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    Hongbin 18 Apr, 2022 for Kia Sorento
  • Six seater luxurious Mazda car

    Now this is the kind of car I had been looking for. Six seater luxurious car that is stunning to look at and got exactly the same in the form of...

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    Bojing 06 May, 2022 for Mazda CX-8

From The Experts

Things we like

List of features

Refined engine

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Sleek looks

Premium fit and finish levels

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Things we don't like

Limited third-row space

Slightly dated interiors 

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Cramped third row of seats

The touch screen is small by modern standards

 

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Engine Details

No Of Cylinders 4 4
Valves Per Cylinder 4 4
Compression Ratio -- 13.0:1

Transmission

Gear Box 8-Speed 6-Speed
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Drive Type FWD FWD

Performance

Engine Displacement 2199 cc 2488 cc
Power 197 hp 192 hp
Torque 441 Nm 258 Nm
Fuel Type Diesel Petrol

Dimensions & Capacity

Seating Capacity 7 seats 7 seats
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) 71 L 72 L
Length 4800 mm 4900 mm
Width 1890 mm 2115 mm
Ground Clearance 185 mm 141 mm
Height 1690 mm 1725 mm
Wheel Base 2780 mm 2930 mm
Front Tread 1628 mm 1595 mm
Rear Tread 1639 mm 1600 mm
No Of Doors 5 5
Front Headroom 965 mm --
Front Legroom 1048 mm --
Rear Headroom 969 mm --
Rear Legroom 1000 mm --
Cargo Volume -- 209 L
Kerb Weight -- 1809 kg
Gross Weight -- 2395 Kg
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Suspension & Brakes

Front Suspension MacPherson Strut MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension Multi-Link Multi-Link

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheel Size 19 Inch 19 Inch
Tyre Size 235/55 R19 225/55 R19
Tyre Type Radial Radial
Wheel Size R19 R19

Steering

Steering Type Power Electric Power
Steering Column Tilt & Telescopic Adjustable
Steering Gear Type Rack & Pinion Rack & Pinion
Turning Radius 5.6 m 5.8 m
Adjustable Steering Column Yes Yes

Security

Smart Access Card Entry No No
Central Locking Yes Yes
Power Door Locks Yes Yes
Anti Theft Device Yes Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm Yes Yes
Engine Immobilizer Yes Yes
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Safety

Passenger Airbag Yes Yes
Side Airbag-Front Yes Yes
Driver Airbag Yes Yes
Child Safety Locks Yes Yes
Anti-Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Brake Assist Yes Yes
Ebd Yes Yes
Rear Seat Belts Yes Yes
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Parking Sensors Yes Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Engine Check Warning Yes Yes
Front Impact Beams Yes Yes
Side Impact Beams Yes Yes
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System -- Yes
Rear Camera -- Yes
Traction Control -- Yes
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Engine Details

Engine 2.2L Diesel Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve 2.2L Diesel Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve 2.5L Petrol Engine, In-line 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC 2.5L Petrol Engine, In-line 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC
Valve Configuration -- DOHC DOHC

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner Yes Yes
Power Windows Front Yes Yes
Power Windows Rear Yes Yes
Automatic Climate Control Yes Yes
Heater Yes Yes
Engine Start/Stop Button Yes Yes
Adjustable Seats Yes Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat Yes Yes
Heated Seats - Front Yes Yes
Heated Seats - Rear No Yes
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
On Board Computer Yes Yes
Automatic Headlamps Yes Yes
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle No --
Accessory Power Outlet Yes Yes
Power Steering Yes Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Foldable Rear Seat Yes Yes
Low Fuel Warning Light Yes Yes
Rear Reading Lamp Yes Yes
Rear Seat Headrest Yes Yes
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest Yes Yes
Cup Holders-Front Yes Yes
Cup Holders-Rear Yes Yes
Bottle Holder Yes Yes
Vanity Mirror Yes Yes
Folding Table Rear No No
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Centre Console Armrest Yes Yes
Rear A/C Vents -- Yes
Seat Lumbar Support -- Yes
Trunk Light -- Yes
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Entertainment & Communication

Touch Screen Yes Yes
FM/AM/Radio Yes Yes
Navigation System Yes Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity Yes Yes
USB & Auxiliary Input Yes Yes
Speakers Front Yes Yes
Speakers Rear Yes Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio Yes No
CD Player -- No
DVD Player -- No
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Exterior

Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes
Fog Lights Front Yes Yes
Fog Lights Rear Yes --
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror No No
Rain Sensing Wiper Yes Yes
Rear Window Wiper Yes Yes
Wheel Covers No No
Alloy Wheels Yes Yes
Power Antenna No No
Rear Spoiler Yes --
Removable Convertible Top No No
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator Yes Yes
Integrated Antenna Yes Yes
Roof Rail Yes --
Front Brake Type Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs
Rear Brake Type Discs Discs Discs Discs
Side Stepper -- No
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Miscellaneous

Tacho Meter Yes Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter Yes Yes
Leather Seats Yes Yes
Fabric Upholstery No No
Leather Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Digital Clock Yes Yes
Digital Odometer Yes Yes
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank Yes Yes
Headlamp Type LED LED LED LED
Electric Adjustable Seats -- Yes
Advance Safety Feature -- Blind Spot Monitoring, Rear Cross Traffic Alert Blind Spot Monitoring, Rear Cross Traffic Alert
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Kia Sorento vs Mazda CX-8 FAQs

Which Car is cheaper between Kia Sorento vs Mazda CX-8?

Sorento is priced at $229,999 and CX-8 is priced at $240,888. Hence Sorento is the cheapest amongst these Car.

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Which Car has more power between Kia Sorento vs Mazda CX-8?

The Kia Sorento has power of 197 hp with 441 Nm torque and Mazda CX-8 has power of 192 hp with 258 Nm torque. Thus making Sorento the more powerful as compared to CX-8.

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Which Car has Higher ground clearance between Sorento vs CX-8?

The Sorento comes with a ground clearance of 185 mm , on the other hand the CX-8 comes with a ground clearance of 141 mm , hence the Kia Sorento has better ground clearence and off roading capabilities.

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Which Car has more safety features between Kia Sorento vs Mazda CX-8?

Sorento safety features: Passenger Airbag, Side Airbag-Front, Driver Airbag, Child Safety Locks, Anti-Lock Braking System, Brake Assist, Ebd, Rear Seat Belts, Seat Belt Warning, Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Parking Sensors, Crash Sensor, Engine Check Warning, Front Impact Beams, Side Impact Beams and Door Ajar Warning

CX-8 safety features: Passenger Airbag, Side Airbag-Front, Driver Airbag, Child Safety Locks, Anti-Lock Braking System, Brake Assist, Ebd, Vehicle Stability Control System, Rear Seat Belts, Seat Belt Warning, Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Rear Camera, Parking Sensors, Crash Sensor, Engine Check Warning, Front Impact Beams, Side Impact Beams, Door Ajar Warning and Traction Control

The Mazda CX-8 has higher number of sefety features than Sorento, hence Mazda CX-8 is more safer than Kia Sorento.

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Which Car has more comfort features between Sorento vs CX-8?

Sorento comfort features: Air Conditioner, Power Windows Front, Power Windows Rear, Automatic Climate Control, Heater, Engine Start/Stop Button, Adjustable Seats, Height Adjustable Driver Seat, Heated Seats - Front, Electric Folding Rear View Mirror, On Board Computer, Automatic Headlamps, Accessory Power Outlet, Power Steering, Multi-function Steering Wheel, Cruise Control, Foldable Rear Seat, Low Fuel Warning Light, Rear Reading Lamp, Rear Seat Headrest, Rear Seat Center Arm Rest, Cup Holders-Front, Cup Holders-Rear, Bottle Holder, Vanity Mirror, Keyless Entry and Centre Console Armrest

CX-8 comfort features: Air Conditioner, Power Windows Front, Power Windows Rear, Automatic Climate Control, Heater, Rear A/C Vents, Engine Start/Stop Button, Adjustable Seats, Height Adjustable Driver Seat, Heated Seats - Front, Heated Seats - Rear, Electric Folding Rear View Mirror, On Board Computer, Automatic Headlamps, Accessory Power Outlet, Power Steering, Multi-function Steering Wheel, Cruise Control, Foldable Rear Seat, Low Fuel Warning Light, Rear Reading Lamp, Rear Seat Headrest, Rear Seat Center Arm Rest, Cup Holders-Front, Cup Holders-Rear, Seat Lumbar Support, Bottle Holder, Trunk Light, Vanity Mirror, Keyless Entry and Centre Console Armrest

The Mazda CX-8 has higher number of comfort features than Sorento, hence Mazda CX-8 is more comfortable than Kia Sorento.

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What is Sorento vs CX-8 dimension size comparison?

The Sorento dimensions are 4800 mm length, 1890 mm width, 1690 mm height while the CX-8 Dimensions are 4900 mm length, 2115 mm width, 1725 mm height. Hence the CX-8 is more longer more wider and more higher.

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