Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 D-4D vs Kia Sorento SX 2.5T

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Kia Sorento SX 2.5T 7.0 s Runner-up: 9.1 s
Power winner Kia Sorento SX 2.5T 281 hp Runner-up: 204 hp
Cargo winner Kia Sorento SX 2.5T 616 L Runner-up: 456 L
Price winner Kia Sorento SX 2.5T $39,990 Runner-up: $48,500

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 D-4D 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. Both use hybrid powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 7.0 seconds, compared with 9.1 seconds for 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 D-4D. 2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T has the higher listed output at 281 hp; 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 D-4D is rated at 204 hp, a difference of 77 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 D-4D 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

2025 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 D-4D has the lower recorded consumption at 8.0 L/100km; 2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T is listed at 10.2 L/100km. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 616 litres versus 456 litres, a difference of 160 litres. 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 D-4D carries the higher towing rating at 3,000 kg, while 2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T is listed at 2,268 kg. 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 D-4D is 115 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 $48,500 for 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 D-4D. 2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

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Specification Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 D-4D2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T2025
Performance
0-100 km/h9.1 s7.0 s
Top Speed180 km/h200 km/h
Power204 hp281 hp
Torque500 Nm421 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Fuel Tank80 L67 L
Efficiency8 L/100km10.2 L/100km
CO2 Emissions211 g/km233 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length4,925 mm4,810 mm
Ground Clearance221 mm176 mm
Cargo456 L616 L
Curb Weight2,280 kg1,950 kg
Towing3,000 kg2,268 kg
Seats77
Turning Circle12.2 m11.6 m
Starting MSRP$48,500$39,990

Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 D-4D vs Kia Sorento SX 2.5T questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 D-4D or the 2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T?

2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 7.0 seconds, versus 9.1 seconds for 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 D-4D.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 D-4D or the 2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T?

2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T has the higher listed top speed at 200 km/h (124 mph), compared with 180 km/h (112 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 D-4D or the 2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T?

2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T has more power at 281 hp, a 77 hp advantage over 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 D-4D.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 D-4D 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 456 litres (16.1 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 D-4D or the 2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T?

2025 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 D-4D has the higher listed towing capacity at 3,000 kg (6,614 lb), compared with 2,268 kg (5,000 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 D-4D or the 2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T?

2025 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 D-4D is heavier at 2,280 kg (5,027 lb), while 2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T is listed at 1,950 kg (4,299 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 D-4D 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 $48,500 USD for 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 D-4D. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 D-4D or the 2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T?

2025 Kia Sorento SX 2.5T leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.