KIA Sorento 2012 vs Toyota Axio 2016 Review
Basic information
Brand
Kia
Toyota
Model
KIA Sorento
Toyota Axio
Year of Release
2012
2016
Body Type
SUV & 4X4
Saloon & Sedan
Brand
Model
Year of Release
Body Type
Specifications
Engine Capacity
2359 cc
1496 cc
Max Power
276 hp
111 hp
Torque
241 Nm
132 Nm
Top Speed
234 kmph
170 kmph
Transmission Type
6-speed AT
CVT
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
- Comfortable interior
- Compact sedan
- Fuel efficient
- Reliable performance
Features
Expert Ratings
Overall Rating
3.5 / 5
3.5 / 5
Exterior Design
4.0
4.0
Interior Design
4.0
4.0
Performance
4.0
3.5
Fuel Efficiency
3.5
4.2
Safety and Technology
4.0
3.5
Transmission
3.8
4.0
Ride Quality
3.0
4.0
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 Axio 2016 is valued for predictability rather than excitement. It delivers consistent running costs, low downtime, and a familiar Toyota ownership experience.
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. 740K–1.1M
Avg market price
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