Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium vs Kia Sorento SX 2.5T

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium 6.5 s Runner-up: 7.0 s
Power winner Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium 340 hp Runner-up: 281 hp
Cargo winner Kia Sorento SX 2.5T 616 L Runner-up: 400 L
Price winner Kia Sorento SX 2.5T $39,990 Runner-up: $48,000

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium against the 2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. One uses a petrol powertrain and the other a hybrid system, so range and consumption figures need to be read in that context.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 6.5 seconds, compared with 7.0 seconds for 2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T. 2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium has the higher listed output at 340 hp; 2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T is rated at 281 hp, a difference of 59 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium at 500 Nm and 2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T at 421 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

Range and energy-use figures are either not shared by both cars or not directly comparable across these powertrain types.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 616 litres versus 400 litres, a difference of 216 litres. Their listed towing capacities are equal at 2,268 kg. 2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium is 289 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T has the lower listed starting price at $39,990, compared with $48,000 for 2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium. The measured categories split evenly, so the better choice depends on which attributes matter most. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

Prepared by CarsbySpec from the structured specifications displayed on this page. Missing values are not estimated, and component figures are not treated as directly comparable system figures. Read the methodology.

Specification Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T2025
Performance
0-100 km/h6.5 s7.0 s
Top Speed210 km/h200 km/h
Power340 hp281 hp
Torque500 Nm421 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Fuel Tank68 L67 L
Efficiency9.8 L/100km10.2 L/100km
CO2 Emissions224 g/km233 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length5,099 mm4,810 mm
Ground Clearance201 mm176 mm
Cargo400 L616 L
Curb Weight2,100 kg1,950 kg
Towing2,268 kg2,268 kg
Seats87
Turning Circle12.0 m11.6 m
Starting MSRP$48,000$39,990

Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium vs Kia Sorento SX 2.5T questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium or the 2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T?

2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 6.5 seconds, versus 7.0 seconds for 2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium or the 2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T?

2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium has the higher listed top speed at 210 km/h (130 mph), compared with 200 km/h (124 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium or the 2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T?

2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium has more power at 340 hp, a 59 hp advantage over 2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium or the 2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T?

2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T has more listed cargo space at 616 litres (21.8 cu ft), versus 400 litres (14.1 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium or the 2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T?

Both cars have the same listed towing capacity of 2,268 kg (5,000 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium or the 2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T?

2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium is heavier at 2,100 kg (4,630 lb), while 2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T is listed at 1,950 kg (4,299 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium or the 2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T?

2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $39,990 USD, compared with $48,000 USD for 2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium or the 2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T?

The measured categories split evenly, so the better choice depends on which attributes matter most. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.