Kia Sorento Which Variant To Buy - Value For Money Analysis

Kia India launched the 2026 Sorento SUV on September 4 at a starting price of Rs. 28 lakh (ex-showroom). Bookings for the D2-segment SUV are currently open. The Sorento is offered in 6 variants and 2 engines with the option of all-wheel-drive (AWD).

Kia India launched the 2026 Sorento SUV on September 4 at a starting price of Rs. 28 lakh (ex-showroom). Bookings for the D2-segment SUV are currently open. The Sorento is offered in 6 variants and 8 colour options.

Kia India have launched the 2026 Sorento in India with a starting ex-showroom price of Rs. 28 lakh. Available in 9 variants, Kia’s flagship 3-row SUV is offered with a 1.6L turbo petrol strong-hybrid engine and a 2.2L turbo diesel engine, with both front-wheel drive (FWD) and all-wheel drive (4WD) options available. The Sorento also gets 6- and 7-seat layouts, with the 6-seat configuration available from the HTK variant onwards.

September 2026 is set to be a busy month for the Indian car market, with manufacturers preparing to introduce new models as well as updates to existing cars. The month will see the arrival of the Kia Sorento SUV, while Maruti Suzuki and Tata Motors are expected to introduce updates to 2 of their popular models.

Kia have started production of the upcoming Sorento at their Anantapur plant ahead of its September 4 launch. The first locally produced Sorento has now rolled off the production line. Kia have also confirmed 4WD for the hybrid version and revealed the first official images of the India-spec SUV.

Kia are reportedly evaluating 2 new SUVs for India that could address gaps in their current portfolio. One is expected to sit between the Syros and Seltos, while the other could be positioned between the Seltos and upcoming Sorento.

Kia India have confirmed that the all-new Sorento SUV will launch in India on September 4, 2026. The Sorento will become Kia’s flagship ICE SUV in India and also mark the brand's entry into the hybrid SUV segment. Bookings for the premium 3-row SUV are already open.

Several manufacturers are preparing to introduce updated models as well as all-new SUVs in August 2026. Here’s a look at the most important car launches in August 2026.

Kia India have officially teased the all-new Sorento ahead of its India launch. The Sorento will become Kia's first hybrid SUV in India and will serve as the brand's flagship SUV in the country. Along with releasing the latest teaser, Kia have also opened official bookings for the upcoming SUV through authorised dealerships and the company's website.

Kia India have released a fresh teaser that strongly points to the upcoming Sorento Hybrid. The image appears to reference Sorrento, Italy, with visual elements resembling those around Piazza Tasso. The similarity between the names Sorrento and Sorento appears to be the main clue behind the campaign.

Kia India have released a new teaser on their social media channels, hinting at the arrival of 2 electrified models for the Indian market. The short teaser shows the words HEV (Hybrid Electric Vehicle) and BEV (Battery Electric Vehicle) along with the message - “The future is knocking. One clue. More than one possibility.”

Kia have begun road testing the upcoming Kia Sorento in India, shortly after confirming the SUV as part of their long-term product roadmap for the market. The 3-row SUV was recently spotted under heavy camouflage. Here are all the details the latest spy shots of Kia’s upcoming SUV have revealed.

Kia have officially confirmed that their upcoming entry-level electric crossover – the Kia EV2 – will make its global debut at the 2026 Brussels Motor Show on January 9. The EV2 will be Kia’s smallest global EV yet, sitting below the EV3 internationally.

December 2025 is set to wrap up the year with a trio of launches and major unveiling. The biggest highlight is Maruti Suzuki’s first all-electric SUV, the e Vitara, followed by Tata’s addition of new petrol powertrains to the Harrier and Safari. This month will also witness the global debut of the next-generation Kia Seltos.

Kia India have announced an upgrade to their Extended Warranty program by offering coverage of up to 7 years for select models. The enhanced warranty plan is available for both new and existing customers, extending warranty protection beyond the 5-year limit.

We now have the full and final, confirmed variant-wise GST price list of all Kia cars along with GST rate cut comparison and percentage change. In this article, you can compare the old price and new revised GST price of all Kia models to help you decide which car you should book.

Kia India have reached a significant milestone by producing 15 lakh ‘Make in India’ vehicles at their manufacturing facility in Anantapur. The milestone vehicle was the Kia Carens MPV.

Kia India have announced a price hike of up to 3% across their entire product range, effective from April 1, 2025. This decision comes as a response to the escalating costs of raw materials and ongoing supply chain challenges.

In this article, we’ll list out the ongoing offers on the Kia Sonet, Seltos, Carens and other Kia cars for the month of March 2025. Let’s start with the most affordable car — the Sonet.

Kia India has announced a price hike of up to 2% across its lineup, effective January 1, 2025, due to rising commodity prices, exchange rates, and supply chain costs.

Kia just teased a new small, sub-4m SUV, which will be positioned as a more luxurious alternative to those interested in buying the Sonet or other sub-4m SUVs. Let's read between the lines and try to figure out what this new SUV is trying to offer in an already crowded sub-4m SUV space.

We are starting to see pics of Carens EV on public roads more often now. This leads us to believe that the car is getting closer to its production form and we may see it at the 2025 Expo.

Kia India have announced its Nationwide Ownership Service Camp. The camp will run from June 27th to July 3rd, 2024 and is poised to benefit Kia car owners across the country. This initiative aims to enhance customer engagement and promote aftersale services.

Kia have officially revealed the Seltos-sized EV3 electric SUV based on the carmaker’s E-GMP platform. Offered with 2 battery pack options, the EV3 offers a claimed  range of up to 600km. Know more about the new EV3’s design, features, and electric motor and battery specifications here.

In this March 2024 Kia cars sales analysis, we’ll look at the car sales of Kia for the previous month. We’ll also compare the YoY and MoM change to find out which Kia model’s sales improved and which ones declined. Lastly, the table with monthly sales for the last 6 months will give you an idea about the 6-month sales trend of all Kia cars.

The upcoming Kia Clavis SUV was spied testing in India for the first time on the streets of Delhi NCR. The latest Clavis spy shots give us a glimpse into a few interesting details of the upcoming Kia SUV.

The upcoming Kia Clavis SUV was spied testing in South Korea yet again. While earlier spy shots of the small SUV revealed its side profile and its cabin, the latest images reveal its front and rear end.

Kia have received an upgrade from Fitch Ratings, with Long-Term Issuer Default Ratings (IDRs) and senior unsecured ratings raised to A- with a stable outlook from the previous BBB+. Fitch attributed the upgrade to Kia's enhanced brand strength and market position, geographical and product diversification, improved profitability, and ample liquidity.

In this January 2024 Kia cars sales analysis, we’ll look at the car sales of Kia for the previous month. We’ll also compare the YoY and MoM change to find out which Kia model’s sales improved and which ones declined. Lastly, the table with monthly sales for the last 6 months will give you an idea about the 6-month sales trend of all Kia cars.

Spy shots of the Kia Clavis emerged online yet again. This time, they offer a sneak peek into the interior of Kia’s upcoming small SUV. The Kia Clavis is likely to share its platform and powertrain with the Hyundai Exter. So, in this article, we take a look at the features the Kia Clavis is likely to offer over the Exter based on the latest spy shots.

The upcoming Kia Clavis SUV was spied undergoing tests in South Korea for the first time. Kia trademarked the Clavis name in India in mid-December 2023 and reports suggested it could be Kia’s equivalent of the Hyundai Exter B1-segment SUV. The latest spy shot shows a tall and boxy looking small SUV with a similar silhouette as the Exter. Here’s what we know about the Kia Clavis so far.

In this December 2023 Kia cars sales analysis, we’ll look at the car sales of Kia for the previous month. We’ll also compare the YoY and MoM change to find out which Kia model’s sales improved and which ones declined. Lastly, the table with monthly sales for the last 6 months will give you an idea about the 6-month sales trend of all Kia cars.

Here’s a list of all upcoming Kia cars that are set to launch in India in 2024. Kia India’s upcoming cars in 2024 include a refreshed version of a sub-compact SUV, a new electric SUV and an all-new people carrier. For each car, we’ve also included tentative launch timelines based on our interaction with the brand as well as media reports and online rumours. Let’s begin the list with cars that are likely to launch in early 2024.

Kia have trademarked a new name – the Clavis – in India. Reports suggest the Clavis could be a B1-segment SUV based on the same platform as the Hyundai Exter. If the reports are true, the Clavis would not only compete with the Hyundai Exter but also the Tata Punch, which was the second best-selling SUV in India after the Nexon facelift in November 2023.

Kia launched the K-Charge initiative to expand the EV charging network across the country. The brand partnered with multiple CPOs (Charge Point Operators) like Statiq, Charge Zone, Relux Electric, Lion Charge and E-Fill Chargers. Over 1,000 EV charging stations are accessible through ‘My Kia’ app for everyone.

In this October 2023 Kia cars sales analysis, we’ll look at the car sales of Kia for the previous month. We’ll also compare the YoY and MoM change to find out which Kia model’s sales improved and which ones declined. Lastly, the table with monthly sales for the last 6 months will give you an idea about the 6-month sales trend of all Kia cars.

In this September 2023 Kia cars sales analysis, we’ll look at the car sales of Kia for the previous month. We’ll also compare the YoY and MoM change to find out which Kia model’s sales improved and which ones declined. Lastly, the table with monthly sales for the last 6 months will give you an idea about the 6-month sales trend of all Kia cars.

The Kia Seltos facelift was launched in India today with a starting price of Rs. 10.89 lakh (ex-showroom). Here's the full price list, top features, engine specs and dimensions of this C1-segment SUV.

Kia India have completed the 1 million unit production milestone with the roll out of the new Seltos facelift. Kia are the fastest carmaker in India to join the 1 million production club. Read on to know more about this milestone achievement.

In this March 2022 Kia cars sales analysis, we’ll look at the car sales of Kia for the previous month. We’ll also compare the YoY and MoM change to find out which Kia model’s sales improved and which ones declined. Lastly, the table with monthly sales for the last 6 months will give you an idea about the 6-month sales trend of all Kia cars.

Kia rolled out their BS6 Phase 2 and RDE-compliant versions of its 2023 range of SUVs and MUVs on April 1, 2023. Apart from the launch, Kia also announced that the diesel and turbo petrol variants of the 2023 Sonet, Seltos and Carens now come with auto-clutch manual transmission as standard choice of transmission. Kia call it the IMT or the Intelligent Manual Transmission and it doesn’t get a clutch pedal for changing gears.

In this Q4 2022 Kia quarterly cars sales analysis article, we’ll look at the car sales of Kia for the previous year. We’ll also compare the YoY and QoQ change to find out which Kia cars’ sales improved and which ones declined.

In this December 2022 Kia cars sales analysis, we’ll look at the car sales of Kia for the previous month. We’ll also compare the YoY and MoM change to find out which Kia model’s sales improved and which ones declined. Lastly, the table with monthly sales for the last 6 months will give you an idea about the 6-month sales trend of all Kia cars.

Kia are one of the revolutionary car manufacturers in India and have a very wide sales and service network throughout the country. To improve the overall ownership experience for their customers, Kia India have launched a new aftersales initiative through their MyKia app.