Kia Sorento
KIA SORENTO
2026 ModelRight Hand Drive·SUV·32 Variants
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The 2026 Kia Sorento marks the model's India debut, arriving as a fully imported three-row SUV positioned as Kia's global flagship reimagined for Indian roads, launched on 4 September 2026 with 32 variants spread across 6 trims — HTE, HTE(O), HTK, HTK(A), HTX and HTX (A) — each offered with either the Smartstream D2.2 diesel or the Smartstream 1.6 T-GDi hybrid powertrain, 6- or 7-seat layouts from HTK upward, and an optional blacked-out Black Line styling package on HTK(A), HTX and HTX (A). Highlights include a panoramic curved display made up of twin 12.3-inch screens, a dual-pane panoramic sunroof, ADAS Level 2/2+ driver assistance, a Gen AI voice assistant, and all-wheel drive with selectable terrain modes on the HTX and HTX (A) trims.
Trim & Transmission Lineup
| Variant | Powertrain | Drive | Seating | Black Line Available |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HTE | Diesel or Hybrid | 2WD | 7 | No |
| HTE (O) | Diesel or Hybrid | 2WD | 7 | No |
| HTK | Diesel or Hybrid | 2WD | 6 / 7 | No |
| HTK (A) | Diesel or Hybrid | 2WD | 6 / 7 | Yes |
| HTX | Diesel or Hybrid | AWD | 6 / 7 | Yes |
| HTX (A) | Diesel or Hybrid | AWD | 6 / 7 | Yes |
Drivetrain is set by the trim, not by the engine: HTE, HTE (O), HTK and HTK (A) are 2WD in both Diesel and Hybrid, while HTX and HTX (A) are all-wheel drive with selectable Snow, Sand and Mud terrain modes in both Diesel and Hybrid. Every trim pairs its body with either engine, giving 32 sellable configurations once seating and Black Line options are counted in.
Powertrains
| Spec | Smartstream D2.2 Diesel | Smartstream 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2151 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine power | 142 kW @ 3800 rpm | 132.4 kW @ 5500 rpm |
| Engine torque | 442 Nm @ 1750-2750 rpm | 265 Nm |
| Electric motor | — | 47.7 kW / 264 Nm |
| Transmission | 8-speed DCT with paddle shifters | 6-speed automatic with paddle shifters and a dial-type shift-by-wire selector |
| Drive system | 2WD (HTE-HTK(A)) / AWD with Snow, Sand and Mud terrain modes (HTX, HTX (A)) | 2WD (HTE-HTK(A)) / AWD with Snow, Sand and Mud terrain modes (HTX, HTX (A)) |
| Fuel tank | 67 litres | 67 litres |
Kia India has not published a combined system output figure for the Hybrid; the engine and motor outputs above are the individual ratings as listed on Kia's own specification page. The Hybrid's traction battery is a 1.49 kWh lithium-ion polymer pack, carried over from the same 1.6 T-GDi HEV powertrain as sold by Kia in the UK and Korea, and is backed by an 8-year/160,000 km high-voltage battery warranty.
Dimensions
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Length | 4815 mm |
| Width | 1900 mm |
| Height | 1785 mm (with bridge-type roof rails) |
| Wheelbase | 2820 mm |
| Fuel tank capacity | 67 litres |
| Boot space (5/6-seat mode, 2nd row up) | 813 litres |
| Boot space (7-seat mode, 3rd row up) | 179 litres |
| Tyres — HTE, HTE (O) | 235/60 R18 |
| Tyres — HTK to HTX (A) | 235/55 R19 |
| Spare wheel | 135/80 D18 steel space-saver |
| Front suspension | McPherson strut with stabiliser |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link |
| Brakes | Disc, all wheels |
Kerb weight, gross vehicle weight and ARAI-certified fuel efficiency figures had not been published by Kia India as of this SUV's early-September 2026 launch and are not included here; they will be added once Kia India releases them.
Available Colours
| Colour | Finish | Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Gravity Gray | Solid | All trims |
| Imperial Blue | Solid | All trims |
| Pewter Olive | Solid | All trims |
| Ivory Silver | Glossy | All trims |
| Aurora Black Pearl | Pearl | All trims |
| Magma Red | Solid | All trims |
| Glacier White Pearl | Pearl | All trims |
| Dark Gun Metal | Matte | HTX trim onward only |
Interior Trim
| Interior Scheme | Applicable Trims |
|---|---|
| Smoky Black & Grey two-tone interior with leatherette seats | HTE, HTK, HTE (O), HTK (A), HTK (A) Black Line |
| Premium Black & Olive Brown two-tone interior with embossed leatherette seats | HTX, HTX (A), HTX Black Line, HTX (A) Black Line |
Wheels
| Wheel | Applicable Trims |
|---|---|
| 18-inch Sporty Crystal Cut alloy wheels | HTE, HTE (O) |
| 19-inch Premium Crystal Cut alloy wheels | HTK to HTX (A) |
| 19-inch Premium Crystal Cut alloy wheels, black finish | HTX AWD Black Line, HTX (A) AWD Black Line |
The Black Line styling package (available on HTK (A), HTX and HTX (A)) blacks out the Kia and Sorento emblems, alloy wheels, fender garnish and beltline trim.
Key Features by Trim
HTE and HTE (O)
Exterior
- Crystal Cube MFR LED headlamps with auto light control
- Star Map LED daytime running lamps with integrated turn signals
- Star Map LED tail lamps
- Electric adjust outside mirrors with power fold and LED indicator
- Integrated rear spoiler with hidden wiper
- 18-inch Sporty Crystal Cut alloy wheels
- High-glossy bridge-type roof rails
- Shark fin antenna
Comfort & Interior
- 4.2-inch colour TFT multi-information display
- 12.3-inch HD touchscreen
- 6 speakers with steering-mounted audio controls
- Smart key with push-button start
- Smartphone wireless charger
- C-Type USB charging ports on all rows
- Eco, Sport, Smart and Normal drive modes
- 10-way power driver seat with lumbar adjust
- 6-way power passenger seat
- 60:40 split rear seats with slide, recline, remote folding and walk-in
- 3rd-row 50:50 split seats with folding
- Dual-zone automatic temperature control
- Solar and acoustic front windshield, heated rear windshield
Safety & ADAS
- 26-item standard safety pack including 7 airbags, ABS, ESC, VSM, HAC, DBC, ESS, ISOFIX and a rear-view camera with dynamic guidelines
- Highline tyre-pressure monitoring system
- Front and rear parking sensors
- Cruise control with manual speed limit assist
HTE (O) adds a Convenience Package on top of HTE: a dual-pane panoramic sunroof, a smart power tailgate with anti-pinch function, and comfort front ventilated seats with 3-step cooling.
HTK and HTK (A)
In addition to everything on HTE, HTK adds
Exterior
- Star Map LED tail lamps with LED MFR fog lamps
- Progressive turn indicators
- Robust front and rear skid plate with satin chrome finish
- 19-inch Premium Crystal Cut alloy wheels
- Leatherette soft-touch door trim
- Sorento-engraved metal step plates
- Sporty alloy pedals
- Dual-pane panoramic sunroof
Infotainment & Connectivity
- Panoramic curved display panel: twin 12.3-inch HD touchscreen and instrument cluster
- Kia Connect 2.0 with over-the-air software updates
- Bose premium sound system with 12 speakers
Comfort & Interior
- 360-degree camera with Blind View Monitor
- Side parking sensors
- Sporty paddle shifters and dial-type shift-by-wire selector (hybrid and diesel)
- 64-colour ambient mood lighting
- Smart power tailgate with anti-pinch function
- 8-way power passenger seat
- Front ventilated seats with 3-step cooling
- Captain seats with slide, recline, remote folding and walk-in on the 6-seat layout
Safety & ADAS
- HTK (A) adds an ADAS Package: ADAS Level 2 with 21 autonomous features, including forward collision warning and avoidance, lane keep and lane follow assist, high beam assist, driver attention warning, blind spot collision warning and avoidance, rear cross-traffic warning and avoidance, safe exit warning, the 360-degree camera and Blind View Monitor in the cluster, reverse parking collision avoidance, and smart cruise control with stop and go
HTX and HTX (A)
In addition to everything on HTK, HTX brings all-wheel drive and adds
Exterior
- Premium Black & Olive Brown two-tone interior with embossed leatherette seat covering
Infotainment & Connectivity
- Panoramic curved display panel with navigation cockpit
- Digital Key 2.0
- Advanced digital inside rear-view mirror
- Head-up display windshield projection
- Remote Smart Parking Assist
- Built-in navigation
- Kia AI Assistant with real-time generative AI and voice command
Comfort & Interior
- 10 airbags (front dual, front seat side, side curtain, rear seat side, centre side and driver knee)
- Driver Ergo Motion seat with memory, outside mirror and head-up display linkage
- 10-way power front seats with lumbar adjust
- Front row relaxation comfort seats
- Rear ventilated seats with 3-step cooling
- Wing-type headrest for captain seats on the 6-seat layout
- 1st-row sliding headrests
- One-touch Boss Mode seat adjustment
- 220V power outlet with vehicle-to-load capability
- Front and rear dashcam
- AWD with Snow, Sand and Mud terrain modes
Safety & ADAS
- HTX (A) adds an AWD ADAS Package: ADAS Level 2+ with 29 autonomous features, extending the Level 2 list with front collision-avoidance for direct oncoming, junction crossing and lane-change scenarios, evasive steering assist, leading vehicle departure alert, Highway Driving Assist, and navigation-based smart cruise control for both zone and curve scenarios
Black Line versions of HTX and HTX (A) carry the same feature set with the blacked-out styling treatment described above.
Ownership
Kia backs the Sorento in India with a 3-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty extendable up to 5 years, an 8-year/160,000 km warranty on the hybrid's high-voltage battery, roadside assistance, and Kia Connect 2.0 telematics with a free subscription period.
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