Kia Sorento vs Mahindra XEV 9S

Should you buy Kia Sorento or Mahindra XEV 9S? Find out which car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, Colours and other specs. Kia Sorento price starts at Rs 27.99 Lakh ex-showroom for HTE 7-Seater Diesel (Diesel) and Mahindra XEV 9S price starts Rs 20.65 Lakh ex-showroom for Pack One Above 59kWh 7-Seater (Electric).

Sorento Vs XEV 9S

Key Highlights	Kia Sorento	Mahindra XEV 9S
On Road Price	Rs.46,36,897^*	Rs.31,87,607^*
Range (km)	-	679
Fuel Type	Diesel	Electric
Battery Capacity (kWh)	-	79
Charging Time	-	8 / 11.7 h (11 .2kW / 7.2 kW Charger)

Kia Sorento
HTX A Black Line 6-Seater Diesel AWD
38.89 Lakh^*
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Mahindra XEV 9S
Pack Three Above 79kWh 6-Seater
30.15 Lakh^*
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HTX A Black Line 6-Seater Diesel AWD
Rs38.89 Lakh^*
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Basic Information
Variant	HTX A Black Line 6-Seater Diesel AWD	Pack Three Above 79kWh 6-Seater
On-Road Price in New Delhi	Rs.46,36,897^*	Rs.31,87,607^*
Finance Available (EMI)	Rs.88,252/month Get EMI Offers	Rs.60,668/month Get EMI Offers
Insurance	Rs.1,79,192	Rs.1,37,857
User Rating	4.6 Based on 8 Reviews	4.8 Based on 38 Reviews
Brochure	Download Brochure	Download Brochure
Running Cost	-	₹1.16/km

Basic Information

Variant

HTX A Black Line 6-Seater Diesel AWD

Pack Three Above 79kWh 6-Seater

On-Road Price in New Delhi

Rs.46,36,897^*

Rs.31,87,607^*

Finance Available (EMI)

Rs.88,252/month

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Rs.60,668/month

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Insurance

Rs.1,79,192

Rs.1,37,857

User Rating

4.6

Based on 8 Reviews

4.8

Based on 38 Reviews

Brochure

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Running Cost

₹1.16/km

Engine & Transmission
Engine Type	2.2 CRDi	Not applicable
Displacement (cc)	2151	Not applicable
No. of Cylinders	44 Cylinder Cars	Not applicable
Fast Charging	Not applicable	Yes
Battery Capacity (kWh)	Not applicable	79
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	190bhp	282bhp
Max Torque (nm@rpm)	442Nm	380Nm
Valves Per Cylinder	4	Not applicable
Turbo Charger	Yes	Not applicable
Range (km)	Not applicable	679 km
Charging Time (A.C)	Not applicable	8 / 11.7 h (11 .2kW / 7.2 kW Charger)
Charging Time (D.C)	Not applicable	20Min with 180 kW / 400A Charger Input
Regenerative Braking	Not applicable	Yes
Regenerative Braking Levels	Not applicable	4
Charging Port	Not applicable	CCS-II
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Gearbox	8-Speed DCT	Single Speed
Drive Type	AWD	RWD

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

2.2 CRDi

Not applicable

Displacement (cc)

2151

Not applicable

No. of Cylinders

44 Cylinder Cars

Not applicable

Fast Charging

Not applicable

Battery Capacity (kWh)

Not applicable

Max Power (bhp@rpm)

190bhp

282bhp

Max Torque (nm@rpm)

442Nm

380Nm

Valves Per Cylinder

Not applicable

Turbo Charger

Not applicable

Range (km)

Not applicable

679 km

Charging Time (A.C)

Not applicable

8 / 11.7 h (11 .2kW / 7.2 kW Charger)

Charging Time (D.C)

Not applicable

20Min with 180 kW / 400A Charger Input

Regenerative Braking

Not applicable

Regenerative Braking Levels

Not applicable

Charging Port

Not applicable

CCS-II

Transmission Type

Automatic

Gearbox

8-Speed DCT

Single Speed

Drive Type

AWD

RWD

Fuel & Performance
Fuel Type	Diesel	Electric
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	67	-
Emission Norm Compliance	BS VI 2.0	ZEV

Fuel & Performance

Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Front Suspension	MacPherson Strut suspension	MacPherson Strut suspension
Rear Suspension	Multi-link suspension	Multi-link suspension
Steering Type	Electric	Electric
Steering Column	Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt &Telescopic
Steering Gear Type	Rack & Pinion	-
Turning Radius (Metres)	-	5
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Top Speed (Kmph)	-	202
0-100kmph (Seconds)	-	7
Tyre Size	235/ 55 R19	235/60 R18
Tyre Type	Radial & Tubeless	Radial & Tubeless
Wheel Size (Inch)	19	No
Boot Space Rear Seat Folding (Litres)	813	527

Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)	4815	4737
Width (mm)	1900	1900
Height (mm)	1785	1747
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm)	-	201
Wheel Base (mm)	2815	2762
Seating Capacity	6	6
Boot Space (Litres)	179	-

Comfort & Convenience
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	2 Zone	Yes
Air Quality Control	-	Yes
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Headrest	Adjustable	Adjustable
Adjustable Headrest	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest	Yes	Yes
Rear AC Vents	Yes	Yes
Lumbar Support	Yes	-
Multifunction Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	Yes
Parking Sensors	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Foldable Rear Seat	2nd Row 60:40 Split	60:40 Split
Engine Start Stop Button	Yes	Yes
Voice Commands	Yes	Yes
Paddle Shifters	Yes	-
USB Charger	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Central Console Armrest	With Storage	With Storage
Memory Function Seats	Driver's Seat Only	Front
One Touch Operating Power Window	All	Driver's Window
Autonomous Parking	Semi	-
Drive Modes	4	5
Idle Start Stop System	Yes	-
Drive Mode Types	Eco\| Sport \| Smart \| Normal	Default, Range, Everyday, Race, Snow
Power Windows	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Steering	Height & Reach	Height & Reach
KeyLess Entry	-	Yes
Ventilated Seats	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	Front Only	Front Only

Comfort & Convenience

Interior
	Photo Comparison
Front Air Vents
Steering Wheel
Front Seats (Passenger View)
DashBoard
Instrument Cluster
Glove Box	Yes	Yes
Interior Lighting	Ambient light	Ambient light
Digital Cluster	Yes	Yes
Digital Cluster Size (Inch)	12.3	12.3
Upholstery	Leather	Leatherette
Ambient Light Colour	64	-

Interior

Exterior
	Photo Comparison
Rear Right Side
Wheel
Headlight
Taillight
Front Left Side
Available Colours	Glacier White PearlIvory Silver GlossPewter OliveDark Gun MetalAurora Black PearlMagma RedImperial BlueGravity Gray+3 MoreSorento Colours	Everest WhiteRuby VelvetStealth BlackDesert MystNebula BlueMidnight Black+1 MoreXEV 9S Colours
Body Type	SUVAll SUV Cars	SUVAll SUV Cars
Adjustable Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Rain Sensing Wiper	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Wiper	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Washer	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	Yes
Rear Spoiler	Yes	Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators	Yes	Yes
Projector Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Cornering Headlamps	-	Yes
Roof Rails	Yes	-
LED DRLs	Yes	Yes
LED Headlamps	Yes	Yes
LED Taillights	Yes	Yes
LED Fog Lamps	Yes	Yes
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Fog Lights	Front	Front
Antenna	Shark Fin	Shark Fin
Sunroof	Panoramic	Panoramic
Boot Opening	Powered	Electronic
Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)	Powered & Folding	Powered & Folding
Wheels Type	Alloy	-
Exterior Camera	360° Camera	-
Tyre Size	235/ 55 R19	235/60 R18
Tyre Type	Radial & Tubeless	Radial & Tubeless
Wheel Size (Inch)	19	No

Exterior

Safety
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
No. of Airbags	10	7
Driver Airbag	-	Yes
Passenger Airbag	-	Yes
Side Airbag	-	Yes
Day Night Rear View Mirror	-	Yes
Traction Control	-	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	Yes	Yes
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	Yes	Yes
Rear Camera	-	No
Isofix Child Seat Mounts	Yes	Yes
Heads-Up Display (HUD)	-	Yes
Blind Spot Monitor	-	Yes
Hill Descent Control	Yes	-
Hill Assist	Yes	-
360 View Camera	-	Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)	-	Yes
Safety Airbags	Driver & Passenger, Front Side, Curtain, Driver Knee	-

Safety

ADAS
Forward Collision Warning	Yes	Yes
Automatic Emergency Braking	-	Yes
Traffic Sign Recognition	-	Yes
Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist	Yes	Yes
Lane Departure Warning	Yes	Yes
Lane Keep Assist	Yes	Yes
Lane Departure Prevention Assist	Yes	-
Driver Attention Warning	Yes	Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control	Yes	Yes
Leading Vehicle Departure Alert	Yes	-
Adaptive High Beam Assist	Yes	Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	Yes	Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist	Yes	Yes

ADAS

Advance Internet
Live Location	-	Yes
Remote Vehicle Status Check	Yes	Yes
Over the Air (OTA) Updates	Yes	Yes
Google / Alexa Connectivity	-	Yes
In Car Remote Control App	Yes	Yes
Remote AC On/Off	Yes	Yes
Remote Door Lock/Unlock	Yes	Yes
Inbuilt APPs	Kia Connect 2.0	-

Advance Internet

Entertainment & Communication
Radio	Yes	Yes
Wireless Phone Charging	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen Size	12.3	12.3
Android Auto	Wireless	Yes
Apple Car Play	Wireless	Yes
No. of Speakers	12	16
Additional Features	- more	Wireless Android Auto & CarPlay I Harman Kardon 16 speaker iersive audio more
Usb Ports	Yes	Yes
Speakers	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Dolby Atmos	-	Yes

Pros & Cons

Pros
Cons

Kia Sorento
- Loaded base variants. No need to spend big money for features.
- Strong safety package: 10 airbags, 360° camera, L2 ADAS ensure peace of mind.
- Petrol-hybrid and diesel engine options offer a balance of performance and mileage.
- Well-built and premium feeling interior gives a luxurious experience.
Mahindra XEV 9S
- Striking Design: Looks premium and modern thanks to its lighting setup.
- Feature Rich: Gets all the features you can expect from a car of this price. No major misses.
- Highway Friendly: 500 km of real world range is more than enough for intercity commutes.

Kia Sorento
- Third row is not spacious. Best used by kids or pets
- Steering is light, but lacks feel or feedback. Leaves you guessing on ghat roads
Mahindra XEV 9S
- Sub-par Interior Quality: Not a premium as expected
- Low Boot Space: Barely any space left when all three rows are up.

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