kia sorento petrol fuel consumption

If you’re eyeing a Kia Sorento petrol, it sips respectably for a big seven-seater, but it’s no camel.

The 3.5‑litre V6 FWD is officially rated at about 10.0–10.5 L/100 km (ADR combined), yet most owners see 11–13 L/100 km around town and 8–9 L/100 km on the highway.

Go the 1.6‑litre turbo-hybrid (petrol-electric) and you’re looking at roughly 5.8–6.0 L/100 km official with real-world mixed driving closer to 6.5–7.5 L/100 km.

Load it with kids, roof racks and a headwind, and the V6 will drink like it’s summer at the cricket.

Keep tyres at the right pressures and cruise gently, and the numbers drop from ‘oof’ to ‘that’ll do’.

Figures vary by model year and spec. Consult official documentation for exact figures.