The Kia Sorento has officially launched in India as Kia’s new flagship
ICE SUV, bringing three-row seating, a strong-hybrid powertrain, a diesel
engine, advanced driver assistance and premium cabin features to the
Indian market. Prices start at ₹27.99 lakh* ex-showroom.
The Sorento is Kia’s first hybrid-powered passenger vehicle in India and
is locally manufactured at the company’s Anantapur facility in Andhra
Pradesh. It is positioned in the premium three-row SUV segment alongside
models such as the Toyota Fortuner, Skoda Kodiaq and Volkswagen Tayron.
The Kia Sorento launch date in India was September 4, 2026.
Kia had begun production ahead of the launch, while bookings opened for
₹25,000 before the official price announcement.
The India-spec Sorento is available in six main trims: HTE, HTE(O), HTK,
HTK(A), HTX and HTX(A). Buyers can choose between six-seat and seven-seat
configurations.
The introductory ex-showroom price range is
₹27.99 lakh* to ₹40.19 lakh*, depending on the engine,
variant, seating configuration and drivetrain.
| Variant | Starting ex-showroom price |
|---|---|
| Sorento HTE Diesel | ₹27.99 lakh* |
| HTE(O) Diesel | ₹29.49 lakh* |
| HTK Diesel | ₹32.49 lakh* |
| HTK(A) Diesel | ₹33.49 lakh* |
| HTX AWD Diesel | ₹37.49 lakh* |
| HTX(A) AWD Diesel | ₹38.49 lakh* |
| Top-spec Hybrid AWD | ₹40.19 lakh* |
*Introductory ex-showroom prices. Confirm the latest pricing and
applicable charges with the dealer before booking.
The
Kia Sorento on-road price in Hyderabad
will be higher than the ex-showroom price because it includes applicable
registration charges, insurance, taxes and other costs. Buyers should
check the latest dealer quotation for the exact Hyderabad on-road price.
The Sorento is offered with two powertrain options.
The 1.6-litre turbo-petrol strong hybrid combines a
180hp, 265Nm petrol engine with a 65hp electric motor producing 264Nm.
It uses a six-speed torque-converter automatic transmission. The hybrid
is available with FWD and AWD depending on the variant.
The second option is a 2.2-litre turbo-diesel producing
193hp and 442Nm. It is paired with an eight-speed DCT and is available
with FWD or AWD depending on the variant.
The Sorento gets a premium three-row cabin with features designed around
comfort and convenience. Depending on the variant, highlights include
dual 12.3-inch displays, ventilated seats, powered front seats, ambient
lighting, a Bose audio system, powered tailgate, digital IRVM and head-up
display.
The Kia Sorento panoramic sunroof is another major cabin
highlight, while higher variants add features such as rear-seat
ventilation and captain seats.
Safety is a major part of the Sorento package. Selected variants receive
Level 2 ADAS, with the higher-spec versions offering
Level 2+ functionality. The equipment list includes multiple
driver-assistance systems, a 360-degree camera, blind-spot monitoring,
parking sensors and up to 10 airbags.
The India-spec Sorento has
not yet received a Bharat NCAP rating, so buyers should
not treat its global safety ratings as an India-specific test result.
Its global-spec counterpart has received a five-star ANCAP rating.
The Sorento brings together three-row practicality, hybrid technology,
diesel performance, AWD capability and a long list of premium features.
Its strongest appeal will likely be to buyers looking for a more
feature-rich alternative in the premium SUV segment.
For buyers researching Kia cars price,
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three-row option to the brand’s Indian range.
If you are considering one, a
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is useful for assessing the seating space, third-row comfort, hybrid
power delivery and overall ride quality before making a purchase.
The Kia Sorento starts at ₹27.99 lakh* ex-showroom and goes up to ₹40.19 lakh* for the top variants at launch. The final price depends on the powertrain, variant, seating configuration and drivetrain. On-road pricing will vary by city because registration, insurance and other charges are added to the ex-showroom price.
The Kia Sorento was officially launched in India on September 4, 2026. It arrived as Kia’s new flagship ICE SUV and became the company’s first hybrid passenger vehicle for the Indian market. Production takes place at Kia’s Anantapur facility in Andhra Pradesh.
Yes. Selected Kia Sorento variants come with Level 2 ADAS, while higher variants offer Level 2+ ADAS. The system is supported by features such as blind-spot monitoring, parking assistance and a 360-degree camera. Exact ADAS equipment depends on the variant.
Yes. The Sorento is available with a panoramic sunroof, along with other premium cabin features such as ventilated seats, powered seats and a powered tailgate on applicable variants. Equipment varies across the HTE, HTE(O), HTK, HTK(A), HTX and HTX(A) trims.
The Hyderabad on-road price depends on the selected variant and the applicable registration, insurance and other charges. The most reliable approach is to request a current quotation from a Kia showroom in Hyderabad. Buyers can also arrange a Kia car test drive before finalising the variant.
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