Daihatsu Boon 2017 Review vs KIA Sorento 2012
Basic information
Brand
Daihatsu
Kia
Model
Daihatsu Boon
KIA Sorento
Year of Release
2017
2012
Body Type
Hatchback
SUV & 4X4
Brand
Model
Year of Release
Body Type
Specifications
Engine Capacity
996 cc
2359 cc
Max Power
97 hp
276 hp
Torque
92 Nm
241 Nm
Top Speed
225 kmph
234 kmph
Transmission Type
CVT
6-speed AT
Drive Type
Front Wheel Drive (FWD)
All Wheel Drive (AWD)
Engine Capacity
Max Power
Torque
Top Speed
Transmission Type
Drive Type
Features
--
- 6 airbags
- Available third-row seating
- Comfortable ride
- Mid-size SUV
- Standard safety features
Features
Expert Ratings
Overall Rating
3.0 / 5
3.5 / 5
Exterior Design
3.5
4.0
Interior Design
4.0
4.0
Performance
3.0
4.0
Fuel Efficiency
4.0
3.5
Safety and Technology
2.5
4.0
Transmission
3.2
3.8
Ride Quality
4.0
3.0
Driver Insights
Based on Sri Lankan ownership patterns, the Daihatsu Boon is widely accepted as a reliable and economical daily-use car. It meets the expectations of first-time buyers who want predictable costs and simple maintenance.
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
3.0 / 5
3.5 / 5
Exterior Design
Interior Design
Performance
Fuel Efficiency
Safety and Technology
Transmission
Ride Quality
Driver Insights
Prices
Avg market price
Rs. 6.9M–7.7M
Rs. 11.8M–16M
Avg market price
Apply for lease
