KIA Sorento 2012 vs MG ZS 2018 Review
Basic information
Brand
Kia
MG
Model
KIA Sorento
MG ZS
Year of Release
2012
2018
Body Type
SUV & 4X4
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Brand
Model
Year of Release
Body Type
Specifications
Engine Capacity
2359 cc
1000 cc
Max Power
276 hp
106 hp
Torque
241 Nm
160 Nm
Top Speed
234 kmph
190 kmph
Transmission Type
6-speed AT
6-speed AT
Drive Type
All Wheel Drive (AWD)
Front Wheel Drive (FWD)
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
- 8 airbags
- Compact SUV
- Modern design
- Panoramic sunroof
- Touchscreen infotainment
Features
Expert Ratings
Overall Rating
3.5 / 5
3.5 / 5
Exterior Design
4.0
3.5
Interior Design
4.0
3.8
Performance
4.0
3.5
Fuel Efficiency
3.5
4.8
Safety and Technology
4.0
2.5
Transmission
3.8
3.5
Ride Quality
3.0
3.0
Driver Insights
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.
Based on feedback from Sri Lankan owners, the MG ZS is usually chosen for value rather than badge prestige. Buyers like getting SUV styling, modern features, and a newer registration year for similar money.
Overall Rating
3.5 / 5
3.5 / 5
Exterior Design
Interior Design
Performance
Fuel Efficiency
Safety and Technology
Transmission
Ride Quality
Driver Insights
Prices
Avg market price
Rs. 11.8M–16M
Rs. 9.3M–10.5M
Avg market price
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