BMW i8 2016 Review vs KIA Sorento 2012
Basic information
Brand
BMW
Kia
Model
BMW i8
KIA Sorento
Year of Release
null
2012
Body Type
Sports & Coupé
SUV & 4X4
Brand
Model
Year of Release
Body Type
Specifications
Engine Capacity
1499 cc
2359 cc
Max Power
369 hp
276 hp
Torque
320 Nm
241 Nm
Top Speed
180 kmph
234 kmph
Transmission Type
6-speed AT
6-speed AT
Drive Type
All Wheel Drive (AWD)
All Wheel Drive (AWD)
Engine Capacity
Max Power
Torque
Top Speed
Transmission Type
Drive Type
Features
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- 6 airbags
- Available third-row seating
- Comfortable ride
- Mid-size SUV
- Standard safety features
Features
Expert Ratings
Overall Rating
4.5 / 5
3.5 / 5
Exterior Design
4.5
4.0
Interior Design
4.3
4.0
Performance
5.0
4.0
Fuel Efficiency
4.8
3.5
Safety and Technology
4.5
4.0
Transmission
5.0
3.8
Ride Quality
4.0
3.0
Driver Insights
Based on feedback from Sri Lankan owners, the BMW i8 remains one of the most interesting used performance hybrids available. It offers style, decent speed, and lower fuel use than many rivals.
From local ads and forum discussions, Sorento 2012 is popular among families who need a comfortable long-distance diesel 7-seater but don’t want to pay Land Cruiser money. It sits against Mitsubishi Outlander, Hyundai Santa Fe and older Toyota Kluger/Highlander–type SUVs.
Overall Rating
4.5 / 5
3.5 / 5
Exterior Design
Interior Design
Performance
Fuel Efficiency
Safety and Technology
Transmission
Ride Quality
Driver Insights
Prices
Avg market price
Rs. 32.5M–33M
Rs. 11.8M–16M
Avg market price
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