Crossovers and SUVs have better off-road capabilities (higher ground clearance, can have 4x4 drive), they are preferable for driving on unpaved roads and rural areas. Also, the driver's seating position is higher in a crossover or SUVs, which provides better visibility also in city. This usually comes at the cost of higher fuel consumption, increased weight and higher maintenance costs.
Gearbox:
Manual
Manual
Engine:
2.2 Diesel
2.0 Diesel
Performance
Power:
200 HP
122 HP
Torque:
450 NM
280 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h:
8.7 seconds
11 seconds
Kia Sorento is more dynamic to drive. Kia Sorento engine produces 78 HP more power than BMW 3 series, whereas torque is 170 NM more than BMW 3 series. Thanks to more power Kia Sorento reaches 100 km/h speed 2.3 seconds faster.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
no data
5.8
Fuel tank capacity:
71 litres
61 litres
1010 km with real consumption
960 km with real consumption
Drive type
Wheel drive type:
Front wheel drive (FWD)
Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Dimensions
Length:
4.80 m
4.52 m
Width:
1.89 m
1.82 m
Height:
1.69 m
1.44 m
Kia Sorento is larger. Kia Sorento is 28 cm longer than the BMW 3 series, 7 cm wider, while the height of Kia Sorento is 25 cm higher.
Seats:
7 seats
5 seats
Trunk capacity:
142 litres
460 litres
Trunk capacity with 7 seats:
142 litres
no data
Trunk capacity with 5 seats:
660 litres
460 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
1662 litres
1385 litres
In 5-seat version Kia Sorento has more luggage space (by 200 litres). The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Kia Sorento (by 277 litres).
Turning diameter:
11.3 meters
11 meters
The turning circle of the Kia Sorento is 0.3 metres more than that of the BMW 3 series.
Power steering:
Electric power steering
Hydraulic power steering
Electric power steering is simpler, quieter, more fuel-efficient, more configurable and provides additional features such as auto-steering for lane assist and parking. The disadvantages of electric power steering are possible overheating under prolonged load conditions and insufficient feedback (feeling) during steering.
