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.
Trunk capacity:
660 litres
460 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
1732 litres
1385 litres
Kia Sorento has more luggage capacity. Kia Sorento has 200 litres more trunk space than the BMW 3 series. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Kia Sorento (by 347 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.
