Kia Sorento 2026: Price, Specifications, Features & Everything You Need to Know

The Kia Sorento has entered the Indian market as Kia's new premium three-row SUV. Prices start at ₹27.99 lakh (ex-showroom) for the Diesel version and ₹29.49 lakh for the Hybrid version. It is available in 6 and 7 seater configurations and comes with both Diesel and Hybrid powertrains.

The India spec Kia Sorento also brings several segment first features, including second row ventilated seats, Hybrid AWD and Kia AI Assistant with Real Time Generative AI capabilities. It is locally manufactured at Kia India's Anantapur facility and uses the brand's global N3 platform.

Here is a detailed look at the Kia Sorento specifications, features, dimensions, engine options, safety equipment, and prices.

Kia Sorento Price in India

The Kia Sorento starts at ₹27.99 lakh (ex-showroom) for the entry level Diesel variant. The Hybrid range starts at ₹29.49 lakh. The SUV is offered across three main trims with option packs, including HTE, HTK and HTX, along with selected automatic, AWD and Black Line variants.

Powertrain	Seating	Starting Price
2.2 litre Diesel	7 seater	₹27.99 lakh
1.6 litre Turbo Hybrid	7 seater	₹29.49 lakh

The top spec Kia Sorento Hybrid HTX (A) Black Line AWD 6-seater is priced at ₹40.39 lakh (ex-showroom).

Kia Sorento Key Specifications

Specification	Kia Sorento
SUV Type	Premium Three Row SUV
Seating Capacity	6 and 7 seats
Length	4,815 mm
Width	1,900 mm
Height	1,785 mm with roof rails
Wheelbase	2,815 mm
Petrol Engine	1.6 litre Turbo GDI Hybrid
Hybrid Engine Power	180 PS
Hybrid Engine Torque	265 Nm
Electric Motor Power	65 PS
Electric Motor Torque	264 Nm
Diesel Engine	2.2 litre Smartstream D2.2
Diesel Power	193 PS
Diesel Torque	442 Nm
Hybrid Transmission	6-speed Automatic
Diesel Transmission	8-speed DCT
Drive Options	2WD and AWD
Hybrid AWD	Yes
Diesel AWD	Yes
Platform	Kia N3
ADAS	Level 2+
ADAS Features	30
Airbags	Up to 10
Deliveries	From 4 September 2026

Kia Sorento Engine and Powertrain Options

The Kia Sorento is available with two powertrain choices in India: a 1.6 litre Turbo GDI Hybrid and a 2.2 litre Diesel.

Kia Sorento Hybrid Engine

The Hybrid version uses Kia's Smartstream 1.6 Turbo GDI engine paired with an electric motor. The petrol engine produces 180 PS and 265 Nm, while the electric motor develops 65 PS and 264 Nm. The system comes with a 6-speed automatic transmission.

The Hybrid is particularly important for Kia because the Sorento marks the brand's first Hybrid offering in India. It is also available with All-Wheel Drive (AWD), making the Sorento the first SUV in its segment to combine a Hybrid powertrain with AWD.

Kia Sorento Diesel Engine

The Diesel version gets Kia's Smartstream D2.2 engine.

Diesel Specification	Kia Sorento
Engine	2.2 litre Smartstream D2.2
Power	193 PS
Torque	442 Nm
Transmission	8-speed DCT
Drive Options	2WD/AWD

The Diesel engine produces 193 PS and 442 Nm, making it the higher torque option in the Sorento range. Both powertrains get Eco, Normal, Smart and Sport drive modes.

Kia Sorento AWD and Terrain Modes

The Kia Sorento is available with All Wheel Drive on both the Hybrid and Diesel powertrains. The AWD system also gets dedicated terrain modes for different driving conditions:

• Snow Mode
• Sand Mode
• Mud Mode

These modes adjust torque distribution to help the SUV deal with different road and surface conditions. For buyers looking for a three row SUV that can handle more than regular city and highway driving, the availability of AWD with both powertrains is one of the Sorento's key highlights.

Kia Sorento Dimensions

The Kia Sorento measures 4,815 mm in length and 1,900 mm in width, making it one of the largest SUVs in its segment according to Kia's segment definition.

Dimension	Measurement
Length	4,815 mm
Width	1,900 mm
Height	1,785 mm
Wheelbase	2,815 mm

The 2,815 mm wheelbase provides the foundation for its three row cabin, while the SUV's width helps create more space for passengers across the rows.

Kia Sorento Exterior Features

The Sorento follows Kia's latest SUV design language with a tall and upright body, a wide stance and a prominent shoulder line.

Key exterior features include:

• Kia Digital Tiger Face
• Crystal Cube LED Projection Headlamps
• Star Map LED DRLs
• Progressive turn indicators
• Star Map LED Tail Lamps
• Front and rear skid plates
• Satin chrome beltline
• Integrated rear spoiler
• Hidden rear wiper
• 18 inch Sporty Crystal Cut Alloy Wheels
• 19 inch Premium Crystal Cut Alloy Wheels
• Satin chrome side door garnish
• Black High Glossy Bridge Type Roof Rails

The SUV is also available in an exclusive Black Line version. It adds blacked out exterior elements, including the Kia and Sorento badges, fender garnish, beltline and 19-inch alloy wheels.

Kia Sorento Interior and Cabin Features

The Sorento gets a technology-focused cabin with a Panoramic Curved Display Panel. It combines a 31.24 cm (12.3 inch) HD touchscreen navigation cockpit with a 31.24 cm (12.3 inch) HD digital instrument cluster. Other major cabin features include:

• Windshield Head Up Display
• Advanced Digital IRVM
• Dual-pane panoramic sunroof
• 64 colour ambient mood lighting
• Dual zone automatic climate control
• Bose 12 speaker premium sound system
• Wireless smartphone charger
• Wireless Android Auto
• Wireless Apple CarPlay
• USB Type-C charging across all rows
• 220V power outlet
• Smart Power Tailgate
• Electronic Parking Brake with Auto Hold

The Sorento is available with two interior themes: Smoky Black & Grey and Black & Olive Brown. The latter is offered on the top HTX trim.

Kia Sorento Seating and Comfort Features

The Kia Sorento is available as both a 6 seater and 7 seater. The 6 seater version uses second row captain seats, while the 7 seater gets a 60:40 split second row. One of the biggest comfort highlights is the availability of ventilated seats in the second row. The first row also gets ventilated seats with three step cooling.

Key Kia Sorento Comfort Features

• 10 way power driver and co-passenger seats
• Lumbar adjustment
• Relaxation seats
• Driver seat Ergo Motion function
• Driver seat memory function
• ORVM memory function
• Driver seat welcome retract
• 4 way adjustable front headrests
• Second row ventilated seats
• Second row captain seats on 6-seater
• One touch seat adjustment
• 4 way Power Boss Mode
• Rear AC vents for second and third rows
• Rear door sunshade curtains
• Type-C USB ports
• 50:50 split third-row seats

The 4 Way Power Boss Mode allows the front passenger seat to be adjusted to create more space for passengers sitting behind it.

Kia Sorento Technology Features

Technology is one of the strongest areas of the new Sorento. The SUV introduces Kia AI Assistant with Real Time Generative AI capabilities globally with the India-spec model.

What is Kia AI Assistant?

Kia AI Assistant is an in-car conversational AI system designed to provide real time information and vehicle related assistance. It can understand natural conversations and follow up questions. The system also integrates information from the vehicle's owner's manual. The assistant can be activated using the "Hey Kia" wake word. Depending on the supported functions, it can also control selected vehicle functions such as:

• Air conditioning
• Windows

This makes the Sorento the first Kia globally to introduce this technology.

Connected Features

The Sorento also gets:

• Kia Connect 2.0
• 85+ connected car features
• OTA software updates for up to 30 controllers
• Digital Key 2.0
• Remote Vehicle Immobilization
• Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
• Kia Connect Store

The Kia Connect Store is scheduled to launch for the Sorento in December 2026, with selected Feature on Demand services. The SUV also introduces personalised display themes in India, with Disney, Marvel and Pixar themes available across the instrument cluster and infotainment system.

Kia Sorento Safety Features

Safety is another major focus of the Kia Sorento. The SUV gets Level 2+ ADAS with 30 autonomous features. It also comes with Kia's Robust 26 Standard Safety Package. Depending on the variant, the Sorento offers up to 10 airbags.

Kia Sorento Standard Safety Features

• Front dual airbags
• Front seat side airbags
• Side curtain airbags
• Driver knee airbag
• ABS
• Brake Assist
• Electronic Stability Control
• Vehicle Stability Management
• Hill start Assist Control
• Downhill Brake Control
• Emergency Stop Signal
• Highline Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
• Rear parking sensors
• Child lock
• ISOFIX
• Rear Occupant Alert
• Rollover Sensor
• All wheel disc brakes
• Rear-view camera
• Multi Brake Collision

The top variants add rear side airbags and a centre side airbag, taking the total to up to 10 airbags.

Kia Sorento ADAS Features

The Kia Sorento gets one of the most comprehensive driver assistance packages in its segment, with 30 ADAS features.

The package includes:

• Forward Collision Warning
• Forward Collision Avoidance Assist
• Pedestrian Collision Avoidance
• Cyclist Collision Avoidance
• Direct Oncoming Collision Avoidance
• Junction Turning Collision Avoidance
• Junction Crossing Collision Avoidance
• Lane Change Oncoming Collision Avoidance
• Lane Change Side Collision Avoidance
• Evasive Steering Assist
• Lane Departure Warning
• Lane Keeping Assist
• Lane Following Assist
• High Beam Assist
• Driver Attention Warning
• Highway Driving Assist
• Highway Driving Assist 2
• Navigation-based Smart Cruise Control
• Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go
• Leading Vehicle Departure Alert
• Blind Spot Collision Warning
• Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist
• Rear Cross Traffic Collision Warning
• Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist
• Parking Collision Avoidance Assist-Reverse
• Blind View Monitor
• 360 degree Camera
• Safe Exit Warning
• Remote Smart Parking Assist

The Sorento also gets five radars, 12 parking sensors, a 360 degree camera and a rear view camera with dynamic guidelines.

Kia Sorento Platform and Safety Structure

The Sorento is based on Kia's global N3 platform. The platform has been designed to improve structural safety, driving dynamics and efficiency. Kia says its multi skeleton energy distribution structure helps improve structural performance.

The India spec SUV also receives specific changes for local conditions, including an India specific grille treatment, acoustic windshield and other NVH improvements.

What Makes the Kia Sorento Stand Out?

The Kia Sorento brings several features that give it a strong proposition in the premium three row SUV space.

1. First Kia Hybrid in India: The Sorento is Kia India's first Hybrid model, introducing the brand's 1.6 litre Turbo GDI Hybrid powertrain to the Indian market.
2. Hybrid AWD: The SUV combines a Hybrid powertrain with AWD, a combination Kia identifies as a first in its segment.
3. Second-Row Ventilated Seats: Ventilated seating is not limited to the front occupants. The second row also gets three-step cooling.
4. Real-Time Generative AI: The Kia AI Assistant brings real time Generative AI capabilities into the car and makes its global debut with the India spec Sorento.
5. Level 2+ ADAS: With 30 ADAS functions, the Sorento offers an extensive driver assistance package.
6. Six- and Seven-Seater Options: Buyers can choose between a six-seater with captain seats or a seven seater configuration.

Kia Sorento: Should You Consider It?

The Kia Sorento enters India with a combination of three-row practicality, Hybrid and Diesel powertrains, AWD capability, premium cabin features and advanced technology.

Its biggest talking points are the first Kia Hybrid powertrain in India, Hybrid AWD, second-row ventilated seats and Kia AI Assistant with Real-Time Generative AI.

With prices starting at ₹27.99 lakh for the Diesel and ₹29.49 lakh for the Hybrid, the Sorento gives buyers a new option in the premium three-row SUV segment. Official deliveries of the Kia Sorento have started across India from 4 September 2026.

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