Kia Sorento vs Tata Safari (2026)
Kia Sorento (₹27.99 Lakh – ₹40.39 Lakh) and Tata Safari (₹13.40 Lakh – ₹26.91 Lakh) go head-to-head in the full size suv space. Here is how they compare on the numbers (September 2026).
- The Tata Safari is more affordable — it starts ₹14.59 Lakh lower than the Kia Sorento.
- The Kia Sorento is the more powerful car, with 235 bhp against 168 bhp.
- Only the Tata Safari has a published NCAP crash-test rating (5 stars).
Specification Comparison
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Kia Sorento in short
The Sorento is Kia India's flagship three-row SUV, launched on 4 September 2026 at ₹27.99–40.39 lakh (introductory) across 32 variants. Built at Anantapur, it offers a 193 PS 2.2L diesel with an 8-speed DCT or a ~235 PS 1.6T strong hybrid with a 6-speed automatic — the hybrid available with AWD, unique in the segment — in 7-seat and 6-seat captain-chair layouts (6-seat adds ₹20,000, Black Line trim adds ₹20,000). It squares up to the Toyota Fortuner, Skoda Kodiaq and Jeep Meridian.
Full Sorento prices & variants →Tata Safari in short
The Safari revives Tata's most iconic nameplate as a three-row flagship built on the Harrier's OMEGA platform, offered in 6- and 7-seat layouts. Since 2026 the 170 PS Kryotec diesel is joined by a 168 bhp 1.5L Hyperion turbo-petrol from ₹13.40 lakh, and the trims are renamed (Smart/Pure X/Adventure X+/Accomplished X/X+/UL). It battles the Mahindra XUV700, MG Hector Plus and Hyundai Alcazar.
Full Safari prices & variants →Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper: Sorento or Safari?
The Tata Safari is more affordable — it starts ₹14.59 Lakh lower than the Kia Sorento. (Ex-showroom prices, September 2026.)
Sorento vs Safari — which is safer?
NCAP ratings: Kia Sorento — not yet tested; Tata Safari — 5 stars.
Should I buy the Sorento or the Safari?
The Tata Safari is more affordable — it starts ₹14.59 Lakh lower than the Kia Sorento. The Kia Sorento is the more powerful car, with 235 bhp against 168 bhp. Only the Tata Safari has a published NCAP crash-test rating (5 stars). Beyond the numbers, shortlist by test-driving both — ride quality and dealer experience differ by city.