Kia Enters India’s Hybrid Passenger Vehicle Market with 3-Row SUV Sorento
- Kia India launched the Sorento, a three-row SUV with a strong-hybrid powertrain, on September 4, 2026, with local production at its Anantapur facility and bookings open.
- The Sorento features six- and seven-seat options, dual 12.3-inch screens, a panoramic sunroof, ventilated seats, Bose audio, and Kia's AI Assistant powered by Live Generative AI.
- The SUV offers a hybrid 1.6-litre turbo-petrol engine with an electric motor delivering around 240bhp and a diesel 2.2-litre engine producing about 202bhp; both come with automatic transmissions and all-wheel drive.
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Kia Sorento Launched in India at Rs 27.99 Lakh: Hybrid, Diesel and AWD Options | 🚘 LatestLY
Kia India has officially introduced the Sorento SUV to the domestic market, with prices starting at Rs 27.99 lakh (ex-showroom). Locally assembled at the automaker’s manufacturing facility in Anantapur, Andhra Pradesh, the mid-size three-row SUV enters the lineup above the Carens Clavis. 🚘 Kia Sorento Launched in India at Rs 27.99 Lakh: Hybrid, Diesel and AWD Options.
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Kia enters India’s hybrid passenger vehicle market with 3-row SUV Sorento
Kia India has launched its new Sorento SUV, marking its entry into the hybrid vehicle market. The premium three-row sport-utility vehicle is priced at Rs 28 lakh and offers hybrid and diesel options. Production of the Sorento has commenced in India, with pre-bookings now open for Rs 25,000. This new model will compete with established players like the Toyota Fortuner and Skoda Kodiaq.
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