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Kia Sorento

The Sorento is Kia’s new three-row SUV for India, sitting between the Carens and the Carnival. It comes with a choice of a 2.2 diesel or a 1.6 turbo-petrol strong hybrid, both automatic, with six or seven seats and all-wheel drive on the top trims. It suits families who want a well-equipped, car-like seven-seater and are weighing efficiency against highway pulling power.

₹27.99 – 39.99 lakhEx-showroom, October 2026

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Seating: 7
Engine: 1598–2151 cc
Mileage: Not published

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At a glance

Diesel or strong-hybrid petrol, automatic only
Hybrid costs ₹1.5 lakh more than the diesel at each trim
All-wheel drive on HTX and HTX(A)
Panoramic sunroof and ventilated seats from HTE(O)
360-degree camera and Bose audio from HTK
8-year/1.6 lakh km warranty on the hybrid battery

Our pick at each price

HTK(A)₹33.49 lakh
The hybrid HTK(A) at ₹34.99 lakh is our pick: it has the curved screens, 360-degree camera, Bose audio and Level 2 ADAS, and the hybrid should be much easier on fuel in city traffic. Choose the diesel version if you mostly drive on highways.
HTX₹37.49 lakh
Go for the HTX only if you need all-wheel drive or want the head-up display and ventilated rear seats. It costs ₹4 lakh more than the HTK(A), and in either fuel the extra mostly buys comfort, not safety.

Rivals

Isuzu mu-X₹34.53 – 37.71 lakh
Jeep Meridian₹23.33 – 38.26 lakh
Citroen C5 Aircross₹37.32 lakh

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Kia Sorento specifications

Claimed mileageNot published
Transmission8-speed DCT (diesel), 6-speed automatic (hybrid)
Body typeSUV
Fuel typeDiesel, Hybrid
Engine1598–2151 cc
Seating capacity7

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Engines	2.2 diesel, 1.6 turbo petrol strong hybrid
Gearboxes	8-speed DCT (diesel), 6-speed automatic (hybrid)
Power	193 PS (diesel); 180 PS petrol engine plus electric motor (hybrid)
Torque	442 Nm (diesel); 265 Nm petrol engine (hybrid)
Claimed mileage	Not published
Seats	7
Length	4815 mm
Width	1900 mm
Height	1785 mm
Wheelbase	2820 mm
Ground clearance	Not published
Boot space	Not published
Fuel tank	Not published

Kia Sorento variants: price and features

Base variant
Sorento
HTE
Diesel · 2151 cc · DCT
₹27.99 lakhOn-road price
Key features
- 7 airbags and ESC
- 12.3-inch touchscreen with 6 speakers
- Dual-zone automatic climate control
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- 7 airbags and ESC
- 12.3-inch touchscreen with 6 speakers
- Dual-zone automatic climate control
- 10-way power driver seat
- LED headlamps and Starmap LED tail lamps
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HTE
Hybrid · 1598 cc · Automatic
₹29.49 lakhOn-road price
Pay ₹1.50 lakh more than HTE for
- 1.6 turbo petrol strong hybrid with 6-speed automatic
- Paddle shifters and dial-type gear selector
- 12.3-inch touchscreen, dual-zone climate control
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- 1.6 turbo petrol strong hybrid with 6-speed automatic
- Paddle shifters and dial-type gear selector
- 7 airbags and ESC
- 12.3-inch touchscreen, dual-zone climate control
- 8-year/1.6 lakh km high-voltage battery warranty
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HTE(O)
Diesel · 2151 cc · DCT
₹29.49 lakhOn-road price
Same price as HTE, and adds
- Dual-pane panoramic sunroof
- Ventilated front seats
- Smart power tailgate
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- Dual-pane panoramic sunroof
- Ventilated front seats
- Smart power tailgate
- 8-way power passenger seat
- 18-inch alloy wheels
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HTE(O)
Hybrid · 1598 cc · Automatic
₹30.99 lakhOn-road price
Key features
- Dual-pane panoramic sunroof
- Ventilated front seats
- Smart power tailgate
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- Dual-pane panoramic sunroof
- Ventilated front seats
- Smart power tailgate
- 8-way power passenger seat
- 18-inch alloy wheels
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HTK
Diesel · 2151 cc · DCT
₹32.49 lakhOn-road price
Pay ₹1.50 lakh more than HTE(O) for
- Twin 12.3-inch curved displays
- Bose 12-speaker sound and ambient lighting
- 360-degree camera with blind-view monitor
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- Twin 12.3-inch curved displays
- Bose 12-speaker sound and ambient lighting
- 360-degree camera with blind-view monitor
- LED projector headlamps, 19-inch alloys
- Kia Connect 2.0 with over-the-air updates
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HTK(A)
Diesel · 2151 cc · DCT
₹33.49 lakhOn-road price
Pay ₹1.00 lakh more than HTK for
- Level 2 ADAS
- Forward collision avoidance and lane keeping assist
- Optional Black Line styling pack
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HTK
Hybrid · 1598 cc · Automatic
₹33.99 lakhOn-road price
Pay ₹0.50 lakh more than HTK(A) for
- Twin 12.3-inch curved displays
- Bose 12-speaker sound and ambient lighting
- 360-degree camera with blind-view monitor
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- Twin 12.3-inch curved displays
- Bose 12-speaker sound and ambient lighting
- 360-degree camera with blind-view monitor
- LED projector headlamps, 19-inch alloys
- Kia Connect 2.0 with over-the-air updates
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HTK(A)
Hybrid · 1598 cc · Automatic
₹34.99 lakhOn-road price
Pay ₹1.00 lakh more than HTK for
- Level 2 ADAS
- Forward collision avoidance and lane keeping assist
- Optional Black Line styling pack
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HTX
Diesel · 2151 cc · DCT
₹37.49 lakhOn-road price
Pay ₹2.50 lakh more than HTK(A) for
- All-wheel drive with snow, sand and mud modes
- Head-up display and digital rear-view mirror
- Ventilated rear seats, front relaxation seats
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- All-wheel drive with snow, sand and mud modes
- Head-up display and digital rear-view mirror
- Ventilated rear seats, front relaxation seats
- Driver seat memory, remote smart parking assist
- Kia AI Assistant voice control
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HTX(A)
Diesel · 2151 cc · DCT
₹38.49 lakhOn-road price
Pay ₹1.00 lakh more than HTX for
- Level 2 ADAS with more functions
- 10 airbags
- Power boss mode (front passenger seat moved from the rear)
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- Level 2 ADAS with more functions
- 10 airbags
- Power boss mode (front passenger seat moved from the rear)
- Digital Key 2.0
- Front and rear dashcam
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HTX
Hybrid · 1598 cc · Automatic
₹38.99 lakhOn-road price
Pay ₹0.50 lakh more than HTX(A) for
- All-wheel drive with snow, sand and mud modes
- Head-up display and digital rear-view mirror
- Ventilated rear seats, front relaxation seats
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- All-wheel drive with snow, sand and mud modes
- Head-up display and digital rear-view mirror
- Ventilated rear seats, front relaxation seats
- Driver seat memory, remote smart parking assist
- Kia AI Assistant voice control
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Top variant
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HTX(A)
Hybrid · 1598 cc · Automatic
₹39.99 lakhOn-road price
Pay ₹1.00 lakh more than HTX for
- Level 2 ADAS with more functions
- 10 airbags
- Power boss mode (front passenger seat moved from the rear)
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- Level 2 ADAS with more functions
- 10 airbags
- Power boss mode (front passenger seat moved from the rear)
- Digital Key 2.0
- Front and rear dashcam
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Our verdict on the Sorento

The Sorento gives Kia a proper premium seven-seater in India, and its biggest draw is choice: a strong hybrid for city efficiency, or a 442 Nm diesel for long highway runs, both automatic. Equipment is generous from the HTE(O) upwards, and the mid-level HTK(A) already covers what most families need. Prices run from ₹27.99 lakh to just under ₹40 lakh ex-showroom, which puts it against the Skoda Kodiaq, Toyota Fortuner and MG Gloster. Against the Fortuner it is more comfortable and better equipped but less rugged off-road. Kia has not published fuel economy, ground clearance or boot space, so check these on a test drive. The third row and boot with all seats up are likely to be tight, as in most rivals. We would shortlist the hybrid HTK(A) and drive it back-to-back with a Kodiaq before deciding.

Good things

Choice of diesel or strong hybrid, both with automatic gearboxes
Generous equipment from the HTE(O) trim upwards
All-wheel drive available with both engines
Kia’s wide dealer and service network, with an 8-year hybrid battery warranty

Could be better

Kia India does not publish fuel economy, ground clearance or boot space
AWD only on the two most expensive trims
Prices quoted at launch are introductory and may rise
Top trims approach ₹40 lakh, close to more established rivals

Kia Sorento colours and photos

Colours on sale

Imperial Blue
Glacier White Pearl
Magma Red
Ivory Silver Gloss
Gravity Gray
Aurora Black Pearl
Pewter Olive
Dark Gun Metal (Matte)

Kia Sorento: diesel or hybrid, your choice

The Sorento is the facelifted fourth-generation model sold worldwide, and Kia launched it in India on 4 September 2026. It is 4,815 mm long with a 2,820 mm wheelbase and comes in six trims, from HTE to HTX(A). Seven seats are standard, with a six-seat captain-chair layout available from the HTK trim at a small extra cost.

There are two powertrains. The 2.2-litre diesel makes 193 PS and 442 Nm and drives through an 8-speed dual-clutch automatic. The strong hybrid pairs a 1.6-litre turbo-petrol engine (180 PS, 265 Nm) with an electric motor and a 6-speed automatic. At every trim the hybrid costs ₹1.5 lakh more than the diesel. All-wheel drive with terrain modes is fitted to the HTX and HTX(A) with either engine.

Even the entry HTE gets 7 airbags, a 12.3-inch touchscreen and dual-zone climate control. The HTE(O) adds a panoramic sunroof and ventilated front seats. HTK brings curved twin screens, Bose audio and a 360-degree camera, and the (A) trims add Level 2 ADAS. The HTX(A) tops the range with 10 airbags, a dashcam and a digital key.

Should we buy the diesel or the hybrid?

If most of your driving is in the city, the hybrid makes more sense: it can run on electric power at low speeds and should use noticeably less fuel. If you do long highway trips with a full load, the diesel’s 442 Nm makes overtaking easier. Kia has not published official fuel economy, so ask the dealer for the certified figures before you decide.

Which trim is the sweet spot?

The HTK(A). It has the curved screens, Bose audio, 360-degree camera and Level 2 ADAS. The HTX adds AWD and comfort extras for ₹4 lakh more, which only makes sense if you drive on snow, sand or broken tracks, or want ventilated rear seats.

Sorento or Toyota Fortuner?

The Fortuner is a body-on-frame SUV built for rough roads and long life, with very strong resale. The Sorento is more comfortable, more efficient as a hybrid and better equipped for the money. For family use on good roads, the Sorento makes more sense; for heavy off-road use, the Fortuner.

Is the third row usable?

Kia does not publish third-row or boot figures. In most SUVs of this size, the last row suits children or adults on short trips, and luggage space with all seats up is limited. Take the family to the showroom and try all three rows before you book.

Sorento vs rivals

Spec	Kia Sorento₹27.99 – 39.99 lakh	Isuzu mu-X₹34.53 – 37.71 lakh	Jeep Meridian₹23.33 – 38.26 lakh	Citroen C5 Aircross₹37.32 lakh	BYD Atto 3₹24.99 – 34.49 lakh
Body	SUV	SUV	SUV	SUV	SUV
Fuel	Diesel, Hybrid	Diesel	Diesel	Diesel	Electric
Engines	2.2 diesel, 1.6 turbo petrol strong hybrid	1.9 turbo diesel	2.0 turbo diesel	2.0 diesel	Single front electric motor (permanent magnet synchronous)
Power	193 PS (diesel); 180 PS petrol engine plus electric motor (hybrid)	163 hp	170 hp	177 PS	150 kW (204 PS)
Gearbox	8-speed DCT (diesel), 6-speed automatic (hybrid)	6-speed automatic	6-speed manual, 9-speed automatic	8-speed automatic	Single-speed automatic
Mileage	—	—	—	17.5 km/l	468-521 km claimed (ARAI)
Seats	7	7	7	5	5
Boot	—	235 litres	481 litres	580 litres	440 litres
Compare	Viewing	Sorento vs mu-X	Sorento vs Meridian	Sorento vs C5 Aircross	Sorento vs Atto 3

Kia Sorento on-road price and EMI

Every state →

New Delhi₹33.06 – 46.10 lakh
Mumbai₹33.84 – 47.41 lakh
Bengaluru₹35.15 – 50.09 lakh
Chennai₹35.16 – 50.10 lakh
Kolkata₹32.36 – 46.10 lakh
Bhopal₹34.04 – 47.70 lakh

Estimated for the cheapest and dearest variant we price: road tax, registration, FASTag and insurance. Own-damage insurance varies by insurer.

Sorento EMI

₹47,027 a month

On ₹27.99 lakh ex-showroom, 20% down (₹5.60 lakh), 5 years at 9.5%. Total interest ₹5.82 lakh.

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Kia Sorento FAQ

What is the price of the Kia Sorento in India?

The Kia Sorento costs ₹27.99 to 39.99 lakh ex-showroom, depending on the variant. The on-road price adds road tax, registration and insurance, which depend on your state.

Which fuel options does the Kia Sorento come with?

The Kia Sorento is sold with diesel and hybrid power (2.2 diesel, 1.6 turbo petrol strong hybrid).

How many people can the Kia Sorento seat?

The Kia Sorento is a 7-seater suv.

What is the length of the Kia Sorento?

The Kia Sorento is 4815 mm long, 1900 mm wide and 1785 mm tall, with a 2820 mm wheelbase.

Does the Kia Sorento come with an automatic gearbox?

The Kia Sorento is offered with 8-speed dct (diesel), 6-speed automatic (hybrid) gearboxes.

Which Kia Sorento variant should I buy?

It depends on your budget and which features you will actually use. Book a 15-minute call with Smart4Wheels and we will tell you which variant is worth it for you, and which to skip.