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Kia Sorento Base Vs Mahindra XUV 7XO Top Variant: Price, Specs, Features Compared
Sorento base variant is priced at Rs 27.99 lakh XUV 7XO top-end variant is tagged at Rs 25.79 lakh Sorento is available with hybrid and diesel engine options XUV 7XO comes with petrol and diesel engine options
Kia has launched its global flagship 7-seater SUV, the Sorento in the Indian market at a very aggressive starting price of Rs 27.99 lakh, ex-showroom. At this price tag, the Kia Sorento comes as an alternative to the higher-spec variants of the Mahindra XUV 7XO and Tata Safari. In this article we compare the price, specifications, and other aspects of the Sorento and XUV 7XO.
The base spec Kia Sorento HTE offers a larger overall footprint and refined international engineering, while the top-spec Mahindra XUV 7XO AX7L is packed with luxury features, LEVEL-2 ADAS and optional AWD at a lower price point.
Sorento HTE Vs XUV 7XO AX7L Price Comparison
|
Model & Variant |
Engine & Transmission |
Drivetrain |
Ex-Showroom Price |
|
Mahindra XUV 7XO AX7L Petrol AT |
2.0L Turbo-Petrol (200 PS) / 6-Speed AT |
FWD |
₹24.29 Lakh |
|
Mahindra XUV 7XO AX7L Diesel AT |
2.2L mHawk Diesel (185 PS) / 6-Speed AT |
FWD |
₹24.79 Lakh |
|
Mahindra XUV 7XO AX7L Diesel AWD AT |
2.2L mHawk Diesel (185 PS) / 6-Speed AT |
AWD |
₹25.79 Lakh |
|
Kia Sorento HTE Diesel (Base) |
2.2L Smartstream Diesel (193 PS) / 8-Speed DCT |
FWD |
₹27.99 Lakh |
|
Kia Sorento HTE Hybrid (Base) |
1.6L Turbo-Petrol Hybrid (230 PS) / 6-Speed AT |
FWD |
₹29.49 Lakh |
Mahindra XUV 7XO AX7L Price: the base AX7L Petrol AT is priced at Rs 24.29 lakh, while the base diesel AX7L AT is tagged at Rs 24.79 lakh. The top-spec XUV 7XO AX7L Diesel AWD AT is available at a price tag of Rs 25.79 lakh.
Kia Sorento HTE Price: the entry-level Sorento HTE diesel AT is available at a price tag of Rs 27.99 lakh. On the flip side, the Sorento HTE hybrid starts at Rs 29.49 lakh, ex-showroom.
Technical Specifications Comparison
|
Feature / Specification |
Kia Sorento HTE (Base Variant) |
Mahindra XUV 7XO AX7L (Top Variant) |
|
Length x Width x Height |
4810 mm x 1900 mm x 1700 mm |
4695 mm x 1890 mm x 1755 mm |
|
Wheelbase |
2815 mm |
2750 mm |
|
Ground Clearance |
176 mm |
200 mm |
|
Seating Layout |
7-Seater |
6-Seater or 7-Seater |
|
Diesel Power Output |
193 PS / 441 Nm |
185 PS / 450 Nm |
|
Petrol / Hybrid Output |
230 PS / 350 Nm (Strong-Hybrid) |
200 PS / 380 Nm (Turbo-Petrol) |
|
Transmissions |
8-Speed DCT (Diesel) / 6-Speed AT (Hybrid) |
6-Speed Manual / 6-Speed Torque Converter AT |
|
Drivetrain Options |
Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) / All-Wheel Drive (AWD) |
Mahindra XUV 7XO: it is powered by a 2.0L turbo petrol and a 2.2L turbo diesel engines. While the former is good for 200 PS and 380 Nm of torque, the oil burner is good for 185 PS and 450 Nm of torque. Transmission choices include a 6-speed manual and a 6-speed torque converter automatic. The top-spec XUV 7XO diesel is offered with both front-wheel-drive and all-wheel drive (AWD) options.
Sorento HTE: the diesel version is powered by a 2.2-litre engine that also powers the Kia Carnival. This engine produces 193 PS and 442 Nm of torque, and is paired with an 8-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox. It is only available in a front-wheel-drive option.
The hybrid setup comprising a 1.6-litre turbo petrol engine producing 180 PS and 265 Nm, and an electric motor that adds another 65 PS and 264 Nm. Power is transmitted to the front wheels via a 6-speed automatic gearbox.
XUV 7XO Vs Sorento Dimensions
The Sorento measures 4810mm in length, 1900mm in width and 1700mm in height, and has a wheelbase of 2815mm. This SUV offers a ground clearance of 176mm. On the flip side, the XUV 7XO is 4695mm long, 1890mm wide and 1755mm tall, with a wheelbase of 2750mm.
The Sorento is 115mm longer, 10mm wider, and its wheelbase is 65mm longer than the XUV 7XO. However, the 7XO offers 200mm of wheelbase.
Key Feature Comparison
Mahindra XUV 7XO AX7L: this top-spec model comes with a triple screen setup comprising a 12.3-inch central touchscreen, a 12.3-inch digital instrument console and a 12.3-inch co-occupant entertainment screen. It is packed with features like Level 2 ADAS safety suite, 540-degree surround-view camera, panoramic sky roof, 16-speaker Harman Kardon audio system, 6-way powered driver seat with memory function, ventilated front seats, and 7 airbags.
Kia Sorento HTE: the base variant comes with essential features such as bi-LED projector headlights, a 10.5-inch instrument console with 4.2-inch MID, a 12.8-inch touchscreen display, leatherette upholstery, cruise control, single-zone climate control, electronic stability control and 7 airbags.
The Feature Gap: the base Sorento HTE misses out on features like panoramic sunroof, LEVEL-2 ADAS, 360-degree camera, ventilated seats, powered front seats, a premium audio system. All these features are standard with the top-spec XUV 7XO.
Verdict
If you want maximum features, ADAS level-2 safety tech, plush cabin experience and all-wheel-drive setup, then go for the Mahindra XUV 7XO AX7L Diesel AWD AT.
Choose the Kia Sorento HTE if you value more cabin space with bigger dimensions, a quick-shifting 8-speed dual-clutch transmission, or the option of an efficient strong-hybrid engine.
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