Land Rover Defender 2020 Review vs KIA Sorento 2012
Basic information
Brand
Hyundai
Kia
Model
Land Rover Defender
KIA Sorento
Year of Release
2020
2012
Body Type
SUV & 4X4
SUV & 4X4
Brand
Model
Year of Release
Body Type
Specifications
Engine Capacity
1997 cc
2359 cc
Max Power
296 hp
276 hp
Torque
400 Nm
241 Nm
Top Speed
191 kmph
234 kmph
Transmission Type
8-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
- Electronic air suspension
- Full-time 4WD
- Pivi Pro infotainment
- Terrain Response
- 6 airbags
- Available third-row seating
- Comfortable ride
- Mid-size SUV
- Standard safety features
Features
Expert Ratings
Overall Rating
4.0 / 5
3.5 / 5
Exterior Design
4.0
4.0
Interior Design
4.5
4.0
Performance
4.5
4.0
Fuel Efficiency
2.0
3.5
Safety and Technology
4.0
4.0
Transmission
4.0
3.8
Ride Quality
4.0
3.0
Driver Insights
Based on feedback from Sri Lankan Defender owners, the 2020 model successfully blends rugged capability with modern usability. It no longer feels purely utilitarian, yet it avoids becoming a comfort-first luxury SUV.
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
4.0 / 5
3.5 / 5
Exterior Design
Interior Design
Performance
Fuel Efficiency
Safety and Technology
Transmission
Ride Quality
Driver Insights
Prices
Avg market price
Rs. 5M–7.5M
Rs. 11.8M–16M
Avg market price
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