KIA Sorento 2012 vs Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2015 Review
Basic information
Brand
Kia
Toyota
Model
KIA Sorento
Toyota Land Cruiser Prado
Year of Release
2012
2015
Body Type
SUV & 4X4
SUV & 4X4
Fuel Type
--
Petrol
Brand
Model
Year of Release
Body Type
Fuel Type
Specifications
Engine Capacity
2359 cc
2693 cc
Max Power
276 hp
271 hp
Torque
241 Nm
246 Nm
Top Speed
234 kmph
157 kmph
Transmission Type
6-speed AT
6-speed AT
Drive Type
All Wheel Drive (AWD)
Four Wheel Drive (4WD)
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
- 7 airbags
- Genuine off-road ability
- Long range due to better economy and 150L tanks
- Refined diesel engine
- Refined driveline
Features
Expert Ratings
Overall Rating
3.5 / 5
4.0 / 5
Exterior Design
4.0
4.5
Interior Design
4.0
4.5
Performance
4.0
4.2
Fuel Efficiency
3.5
2.5
Safety and Technology
4.0
4.0
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 Prado is widely seen as a long-term investment rather than a feature-packed SUV. Buyers prioritize its durability, resale value, and ability to handle rough usage.
Overall Rating
3.5 / 5
4.0 / 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. 38M–50M
Avg market price
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