Kia Sorento EcoHybrid, Kia's First Hybrid SUV Launched in Nepal

Kia Sorento EcoHybrid has been officially launched in Nepal.

Continental Associates Pvt. Ltd., the authorized distributor of Kia vehicles in Nepal, has revealed the newest member of its large family SUV. Kia Sorento EcoHybrid will be the latest Sorento to be available in Nepal.

Sorento has always brought forth refined boldness. However, this time around it does so with a hybrid engine.

As for the pricing, the Kia Sorento EcoHybrid price in Nepal is set at Rs. 1.69 Crore.

With that said, here is a quick take on Kia Sorento EcoHybrid in Nepal along with its key specifications.

Kia Sorento Specifications

Engine:
- 1.6L 4-Cylinder Turbo Petrol + 44.2kW AC Synchronous Motor (1.49 kWh Battery)
- 2.2L in-line 4-Cylinder Diesel Engine
Emission Standard: EURO5
Displacement:
- 1598 cc in Petrol
- 2151 cc in Diesel
Dimension: 4810 x 1900 x 1695 mm
Wheelbase: 2815 mm
Max Power:
- 227 PS in Petrol
- 201 PS @ 3800 rpm in Diesel
Max Torque:
- 350Nm in Petrol
- 440 Nm @ 1750-2750 rpm in Diesel
Transmission:
- 6-Speed AT (with Drive by Wire) in Petrol
- 8-Speed DCT in Diesel
Drive Type: AWD
Top Speed: 199 Kmph
Fuel Tank Capacity: 67 liters
Mileage: 10.6 Kmpl
Front Tyre: 235/60 R19 – Disc
Rear Tyre: 235/60 R19 – Disc
Tubeless Tyres: Yes
Safety System: Airbags, ABS, EBD, ESC, TCS, HAC
Suspension Setup: McPherson Strut and Independent Multi-link Stabilizer Bar
Seating: 7-Seater
Storage Capacity: 453 liters
Ground Clearance: 174 mm
Kerb Weight: 1843 – 1954 kg
Colors: Red, Blue, White Pearl, Black Pearl, and Steel Grey

Kia Sorento Price in Nepal: Rs. 1,69,90,000 – Rs. 1,89,00,000

Kia Sorento Overview

Design

Kia Sorento redefines the premium feel with unique styling inspired by Kia Telluride.

The front section sports a strong and firm feel. Whereas, the side profile feels slender and sleek look.

It gets sharp multi-LED Headlamps with attractive DRLs.

Moreover, it grabs attention with the signature Tiger-nose grille with super-sharp unique textures.

The muscular side profile features Exquisite C-Pillar Windows and 19-inch Machine Finish Alloys.

The rear section follows through with the same stylistic theme. Furthermore, the rear LED trio lines to bring home its modern feel.

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Sorento moves away from the traditional boxy SUV feel. Instead, Sorento inherits an arch-like character line.

Other key interior elements include Geometric elements and Interior Mood Lighting.

Kia Sorento is available in five different colors: Red, Blue, White Pearl, Black Pearl, and Steel Grey.

Performance

Kia Sorento will be available in two engine configurations:

1.6L TGDi Turbo Petrol with AC Synchronous Permanent Magnet Motor
2.2L CRDi Turbo Diesel Engine

The 1.6L Turbocharged 4-Cylinder Petrol engine is combined with the 44.2kW Motor (with a 1.49 kWh battery). It can generate a max power of 227PS and a max torque of 350Nm.

Moreover, it is mated to a 6-speed AT transmission with a Parallel Drive system.

The hybrid engine is based on the TMED structure. Bascially, the AC motor is used to drive up to 25Kmph. After that, the TGDi Petrol engine takes over while splitting transmission while accelerating.

Similarly, the Diesel engine is a 2.2L In-line 4 Cylinder SmartStream E-VGT CRDi engine. It can generate a max power of 201PS at 3800rpm and a max torque of 440Nm at 1750-2750rpm.

Moreover, it is mated to an 8-speed Dual Clutch Transmission with Active AWD.

Additionally, it is a 7-seater Kia SUV which can be configured to 5-seater or 6-seater as well.

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Features

Here is a quick list of new features in the Kia Sorento.

Kia Sorento Feature Highlights

1.6L TGDi EcoHybrid Engine
2.2L CRDi Engine
Modern SUV Styling with Muscular Undertones
Tri-LED Head Lamp and Tri-LED Tail Lamp
Uniquely Styled LED DRLs
All-Leather Interiors
7-Seater with Configurable Settings
Multi-Connect Infotainment System
12.3-inch Color TFT LCD Supervision Cluster
Premium Sound System
Interior Mood Lighting
Hands-Free Smart Power Tailgate
Machine Finish Alloy Wheels
Panoramic Sunroof
Blind Spot View Monitor
7 Airbags
Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist
Smart Cruise Control
Lane-Keeping System
Junction Assist
Color Head-Up Display
Multi-Collision Brake
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Traction Control System (TCS)

Kia Sorento Price in Nepal and Availability

Kia Sorento price in Nepal is set as Rs. 1.69 Crore to Rs. 1.89 Crore. It is available in three variants across two engine configurations.

Unlike other Kia models, Sorento is a popular offering in European and North American markets.

As for its availability, Kia Sorento is officially available across all Kia Showrooms in Nepal.

Interested individuals can visit the nearest Kia showroom for more information.

Kia Sorento	Variant	Price in Nepal
Kia Sorento	EcoHybrid	Rs. 16990000
Kia Sorento	EXI	Rs. 16990000
Kia Sorento	Executive	Rs. 18990000

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Kia Sorento competes against Hyundai Santa Fe, Ford Explorer, Toyota Highlander, and Volkswagen Allspace.

However, Sorento EcoHybrid will be a unique offering, completely absent in the premium SUV segment.

This can be a catalyst for rivals to introduce competition of their respective caliber.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the authorized distributor of Kia Sorento in Nepal?
Continental Associates Pvt. Ltd. is the authorized distributor of Kia vehicles in Nepal.

What is the price of Kia Sorento in Nepal?
The price of Kia Sorento in Nepal starts at Rs. 1.69 Crore going all the way to Rs. 1.89 Crore.

Is Kia Sorento available in Nepal?
Yes, Kia Sorento is now available in Nepal.

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