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Highlander vs Sorento X-Line

Toyota · Kia

1/4 Mile winner
Sorento X-Line
Beats the Highlander by 0.17s
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The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the Sorento X-Line beats the Highlander comfortably, finishing 0.17 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Sorento X-Line thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power
295 hp
277 hp
0–100 km/h
7.2s
7s
Top speed
220 km/h
220 km/h
Engine
V6
2.5L Turbocharged 4-Cylinder
Fuel
Hybrid
Petrol
Torque
370 Nm
421 Nm
Price
$38,400
$42,000

Simulated race times

Distance
Highlander
Sorento X-Line
100 m
6.832s
6.745s
1/8 mile
10.086s
9.965s
1/4 mile
15.135s
14.967s
1 km
27.021s
26.776s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

Price: Highlander is $38,400 vs $42,000 for the Sorento X-Line — a $3,600 gap. Power: Highlander makes 18 hp more (295 vs 277). 0–100 km/h: Sorento X-Line is 0.20s quicker (7.2s vs 7s).

FAQ

Which is faster, the Highlander or the Sorento X-Line?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Sorento X-Line is faster, beating the Highlander by 0.17 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Highlander vs the Sorento X-Line?

The Highlander hits 100 km/h in 7.2 seconds, while the Sorento X-Line does it in 7 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The Highlander produces 295 hp; the Sorento X-Line produces 277 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The Highlander tops out at 220 km/h, and the Sorento X-Line reaches 220 km/h.

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