Audi Q3 vs Kia Sorento
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Kia Sorento
Overview
| Spec | Audi Q3S line | Kia SorentoLX |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | S line | LX |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi Q3S line | Kia SorentoLX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $43,700 | $32,190 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $17,423 | $5,442 (best) |
| Median listing price | $46,583 | $36,995 (best) |
| Highest listing price | $53,898 | $50,695 (best) |
| For sale now | 58 | 1,423 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi Q3S line | Kia SorentoLX |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 25 MPG | 26 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 22 MPG | 23 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 29 MPG | 31 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 16.4 gal | 17.7 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Audi Q3S line | Kia SorentoLX |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 255 hp (best) | 191 hp |
| Torque | 273 lb-ft (best) | 181 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi Q3S line | Kia SorentoLX |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 7 seats (best) |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 50 cu ft | 75.5 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 1,500 lbs | 2,000 lbs (best) |
| Payload | 970 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,935 lbs | 3,814 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 6.9 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 105.6 in | 110.8 in (best) |
| Length | 178.4 in | 189.6 in (best) |
| Width | 73.2 in | 74.8 in (best) |
| Height | 64.1 in | 66.7 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi Q3S line | Kia SorentoLX |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | Not Rated | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | Not Rated | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | Not Rated | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | Not Rated | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (passenger) | Not Rated | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | Not Rated | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | Not Rated | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 1 (best) | 2 |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Audi Q3 | Kia Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | S line $43,700 MSRP(Currently comparing) | LX $32,190 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | S $35,090 MSRP |
| 3 | — | S $37,090 MSRP |
| 4 | — | EX $38,290 MSRP |
| 5 | — | EX $39,790 MSRP |
| 6 | — | EX $38,890 MSRP |
| 7 | — | EX $40,690 MSRP |
| 8 | — | SX $42,090 MSRP |
| 9 | — | X-Line EX $42,590 MSRP |
| 10 | — | X-Line SX $43,890 MSRP |
| 11 | — | X-Line SX Prestige $46,590 MSRP |
| 12 | — | X-Line SX Prestige $47,190 MSRP |
| 13 | — | X-Line SX Prestige $53,490 MSRP |
| 14 | — | X-Pro SX Prestige $47,590 MSRP |
| 15 | — | EX $48,290 MSRP |
Live inventory
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Audi Q3 vs Kia Sorento FAQ
- Which is better: 2026 Audi Q3 or 2026 Kia Sorento?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Audi Q3 vs 2026 Kia Sorento on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2026 Audi Q3 or 2026 Kia Sorento?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Kia Sorento starts lower at $32,190. Live Audi Q3 listings start at $17,423. Live Kia Sorento listings start at $5,442.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Audi Q3 or 2026 Kia Sorento?
- The 2026 Kia Sorento leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (32,190).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Audi Q3 or 2026 Kia Sorento?
- The 2026 Kia Sorento leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (37).
- Which has better electricRangeMi: 2026 Audi Q3 or 2026 Kia Sorento?
- The 2026 Kia Sorento leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (30).
- Which has better horsepower: 2026 Audi Q3 or 2026 Kia Sorento?
- The 2026 Kia Sorento leads on horsepower in this comparison (281).
- Which has better seats: 2026 Audi Q3 or 2026 Kia Sorento?
- The 2026 Kia Sorento leads on seats in this comparison (7).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Audi Q3 or 2026 Kia Sorento?
- The 2026 Kia Sorento leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (4,500).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Audi Q3 vs 2026 Kia Sorento?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Audi Q3 (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall); Kia Sorento (5/5 NHTSA overall).