Kia Sorento vs Audi Q8
What's the difference?

Kia Sorento

$33,990 - $82,990

2025 price

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Audi Q8

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Summary

2025 Kia Sorento

2025 Audi Q8

By Emily Agar

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Engine Type

Turbo 4, 1.6L

Turbo V6, 3.0L

Fuel Type

Unleaded Petrol/Electric

Premium Unleaded/Electric

Fuel Efficiency

1.6L/100km (combined)

2.6L/100km (combined)

Energy consumption

16.1 kWh/100km

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Electric range

68 km

74 km

Battery capacity

14.40 kWh

25.90 kWh

Seating

Likes

Superb comfort and features
Family focused practicality
Easy-going driving experience

Athletic and sporty looks a winning combo
Drives beautifully
Improved EV driving range

Dislikes

Price vs value equation doesn't add up
Limited electric driving range
No curtain airbags in the third row

High price tag is hard to justify
Lacks clever storage options
Small boot compared to siblings

2025 Kia Sorento Summary

The plug-in hybrid market is slowly but surely gaining traction in Australia, and Kia has thrown its hat into the ring with the flagship Sorento GT-Line PHEV AWD.

This top-spec seven-seat large SUV pairs family friendly practicality with the promise of lower emissions and petrol savings, at least, in theory.

So, is it the right blend of convenience, space and efficiency for busy families looking to dip a toe into electrification? That’s exactly what my family and I have been finding out.

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2025 Audi Q8 Summary

The Audi Q8 has had a mid-life upgrade and it brings a few minor tweaks to the design, technology and equipment.

Plug-in hybrids tend to rank a little lower on my excitement scale when it comes to available powertrains because I usually find the constant charging inconvenient.

However, the electric driving range of the 60 TSFIe quattro S Line grade has been bolstered by 27km, increasing it to 74km overall.

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Verdict

The Kia Sorento GT-Line PHEV is a sumptuously equipped seven-seater that delivers comfort, tech and an easy-going drive. It presents well on the surface, and for the right buyer (one who can make the most of its plug-in capabilities ) it could be a smart, low-emissions option for family life.

But for all its polish, it doesn’t quite do enough to justify itself as the best Sorento in the range. The electric-only driving range isn’t especially generous, and the higher price tag , combined with its lower towing capacity, may leave some families wondering whether the diesel variant is the more practical choice.

It’s not a bad car by any means, but the flagship GT-Line PHEV feels more like a stepping stone than a standout.

Verdict

The updated Audi Q8 60 TFSIe quattro S line still looks good inside and out. It fits a family comfortably without feeling too big and there’s enough here to satisfy those who like the luxury features.

It's price tag will hurt it but the improved power outputs and driving range is a big plus and makes the plug-in hybrid powertrain make more sense.

Kia Sorento vs Audi Q8 What's the difference?

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Kia Sorento vs Audi Q8
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