Kia Sorento vs Maruti Suzuki Celerio

Last Updated: September 9, 2026

Maruti Suzuki Celerio price starts at Rs. 4.70 Lakh, which is Rs. 23.29 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Kia Sorento, priced at Rs. 27.99 Lakh. On the performance front, the Sorento uses a 2151cc engine producing 190bhp and the Celerio a 998cc engine producing 67.77bhp@5600rpm. If you're deciding between the Sorento and Celerio, the Sorento is the better pick for performance, while the Celerio stands out for affordability.

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Sorento vs Celerio Comparison Summary

Specification Kia SorentoMaruti Suzuki Celerio
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 27.99 LakhRs. 4.70 Lakh
Mileage Not Available25.24 kmpl
Engine 2151 cc998 cc
Max power 190bhp67.77bhp@5600rpm

Sorento vs Celerio Key Highlights

Basic Info Kia Sorento HTE 7-Seater DieselMaruti Celerio LXI
Rating
2 reviews
117 reviews
Brand Name Kia Maruti
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 27.99 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 4.70 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement 2151 cc 998 cc
Body Type SUVAll SUV Cars HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars
Max Power 190bhp 67.77bhp@5600rpm
No Of Cylinders 4 3
Transmission Automatic Manual
Gearbox 8-Speed DCT 5-Speed
Drive Type 2WD FWD
Colors
Kia Sorento Colors
Maruti Suzuki Celerio Colors
Fuel Type Diesel Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) Not Available 25.24 Kmpl
Tyre Size 235/ 60 R18 165/70 R14
Boot Space 179 Liters 313 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes No
Cruise Control Yes Not Available
Airbags 7 Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI
Rs. 54,145 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 9,089 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 1.34 Lakh Sorento Insurance Rs. 23,901 Celerio Insurance
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Idle Start Stop System
Yes
Yes
Displacement
2151 cc
998 cc
Engine Type
2.2 CRDi
K10C
Engine Displacement
2151 cc
998 cc
Max Power
190bhp
67.77bhp@5600rpm
Max Torque
442Nm
91.1Nm@3400rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
4
3
Transmission
Automatic
Manual
Gearbox
8-Speed DCT
5-Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
2WD
FWD
Paddle Shift
No
Not Available
Kerb Weight
Not Available
800 Kg
Turbo Charger
Yes
Not Available
Drive Mode Types
Eco| Sport | Smart | Normal
Not Available

Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
Fuel Capacity
67 Liters
32 Liters
Mileage (ARAI)
Not Available
25.24 Kmpl
Mileage (City)
Not Available
23 kmpl
Mileage (Highway)
Not Available
26 kmpl

steeringGearType
Rack & Pinio
Not Available
Wheels Type
Alloy
Not Available
Suspension Rear
Not Available
6
Brakes Front
Disc
Ventilated Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Drum
Steering Type
Electric
Electric
Tyre Size
235/ 60 R18
165/70 R14
Wheel Size
18
14
Tyre Type
Radial & Tubeless
Tubeless, Radial

Ventilated Seats
No
Not Available
Digital Cluster Size
4.2
Not Available
Upholstery
Leather
Fabric
Rear Seat Headrest
4
Not Available
Digital Cluster
Yes
Not Available
Air Conditioner
Yes
Yes
Ambient Light Colour
No
Not Available
Glove Box
Yes
Yes
Cargo Volume
Not Available
313
Boot Space Rear Seat Folding
813 Litres
Not Available
Seating Capacity
7
5
Doors
Not Available
5
Boot Space
179 Liters
313 Liters

Alloy Wheels
Not Available
No
Additional Exterior Features
Not Available
Wheel Center Cap
Rain Sensing Wiper
Yes
Not Available
Wheel Covers
Not Available
Yes
ORVM
Powered & Folding
Manual
Boot Opening
Manual
Manual
Automatic Driving Lights
Yes
Not Available
LED DRLs
Yes
Not Available
LED Fog Lamps
Yes
Not Available
LED Taillights
Yes
Not Available
Halogen Headlamps
Not Available
Yes
Sun Roof
Not Available
Not Available
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
Not Available
No
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror
Not Available
No
Projector Headlamps
No
Not Available
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
Not Available
Yes
Sunroof / Moonroof
Optional
Optional
Turn Indicator in ORVM
Yes
No
Rear Spoiler
Yes
Not Available
Antenna
Shark Fi
Not Available
Roof Rails
Yes
Not Available
LED Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
4815*1900*1785 mm3
3695*1655*1555 mm3
Wheelbase
2815 mm
2435 mm
Ground Clearance (Unladen)
Not Available
170 mm
No. Of Doors
Not Available
5

USB Charger
Front & Rear
Not Available
Central Control Armrest
With Storage
Not Available
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Luggage Hook and Net
Not Available
Yes
Automatic Climate Control
2 Zone
Not Available
Memory Functions For Seat
Not Available
Not Available
One Touch Operating Power Windows
All
Not Available
Autonomous Parking
Not Available
Not Available
Drive Modes
4
Not Available
No of Speakers
6
Not Available
Adjustable Steering
4
Not Available
Android Auto
3
No
Apple CarPlay
3
No
Bluetooth
Yes
No
USB Ports
Available
Not Available
Additional Features
Not Available
Wheel Center Cap
No of Tweeter
No
No
Power Windows
Front & Rear
Not Available
Rear Window Washer
Yes
No
Speakers
Front & Rear
Not Available
Integrated 2-Din Audio
Not Available
No
AC
Yes
Yes
Rear AC Ducts
Yes
Not Available
Heater
Yes
Yes
Power Steering
Yes
Yes
Steering Column
Tilt & Telescopic
Not Available
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Yes
No
Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
No
Heated Seat Front
No
No
Heated Seats Rear
No
No
Touchscreen Size
12.3 inch
0 inch
Lumbar Support
Yes
Not Available
Wireless Phone Charging
Yes
Not Available
Subwoofer
No
No
Folding Rear Seat
2nd Row 60:40 Split
Not Available
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
No
Engine Start Stop Button
Yes
No
Rear ACVents
Yes
Not Available
Touchscreen
Yes
No
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Yes
No
Rear Touch Screen Size
Not Available
No
Air Quality Control
Not Available
Yes
Tachometer
Not Available
No
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Yes
Not Available
Memory Function Seats
Not Available
Not Available
Paddle Shifters
No
Not Available
Door and Trunk Ajar Warning
Not Available
Yes
Adjustable Headrest
Yes
Not Available
Voice Commands
Yes
No
Powered Seats
Front Only
Not Available
Seat Belt Warning
Not Available
Yes
Push Ignition
Yes
No
AM/FM Radio
Yes
No
Touch-screen Display
Yes
No
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
Yes
Not Available
Adjustable Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Rear
Door Pockets
Not Available
Front & Rear Door
12V Power Outlets
Yes
Yes
Bottle Holder
Not Available
Front & Rear Door

Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
Not Available
No
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Yes
Not Available
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Not Available
No
Pretensioners and Force Limiter Seatbelts
Not Available
3
Hill Descent Control
Yes
Not Available
Hill Assist
Yes
No
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
Not Available
No
Curtain Airbag
Not Available
Available
Anti Theft Alarm
Not Available
No
Anti Theft Device
Not Available
No
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Not Available
Available
Speed Alert
Not Available
Yes
Safety Airbags
Driver & Passenger, Front Side, Curtain, Driver Knee
Not Available
Exterior Camera
Rear View Camera
Not Available
Airbags
7
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Yes
Not Available
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Yes
Yes
No of Airbags
7
6
Brake Assist (BA)
Yes
Not Available
Engine Immobilizer
Not Available
Yes
Central Locking
Not Available
No
Advance Safety Features
Not Available
Pedestrain Protectio
Global NCAP Safety Rating
Not Available
3 Star
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Yes
Global NCAP Child Safety Rating
Not Available
2 Star
Driver Airbag
Not Available
Yes
Eletronic Stability Control (ESC)
Yes
Yes
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Wash Wiper
Yes
No
Day Night IRVM
Not Available
No
Keyless Entry
Not Available
No
Passenger Airbag
Not Available
Yes
Rear Defogger
Yes
No
Side Airbag
Not Available
Yes

Forward Collision Warning
No
Not Available
Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist
No
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
No
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
No
Not Available
Driver Attention Warning
No
Not Available
Leading Vehicle Departure Alert
No
Not Available
Adaptive High Beam Assist
No
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist
No
Not Available
Lane Departure Prevention Assist
No
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
No
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
No
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist
No
Not Available

Inbuilt Apps
No
Not Available
Over the Air (OTA) Updates
No
Not Available
Remote Vehicle Status Check
No
Not Available
In Car Remote Control App
No
Not Available
Remote Ac On Off
No
Not Available
Remote Door Lock Unlock
No
Not Available

grossWeight
Not Available
1260 kg

Warranty Time
Not Available
2 Years
Warranty Distance
Not Available
40000 Kms

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Maruti Suzuki Celerio
  • Responsive engine, easy to drive, comfortable low speed ride
  • Spacious cabin, large boot
  • Basic safety kit on all variants
Maruti Suzuki Celerio
  • Slightly expensive
  • Lack of a bigger engine option
  • Bouncy high speed ride
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Q. Which is the best choice: Maruti Celerio or Renault Kwid?
  • Both cars are good in their own forte. The Maruti Celerio does a lot of things right. It will be a great first car thanks to its easy-to-drive nature. Another strong point of the Celerio is the torquey 1-liter petrol engine that feels at home not only in the city but also out on the highway. The low-speed ride is comfortable and the spacious cabin makes it a genuine four-seater even for tall people. The features list, too, is long enough. On the other hand, Kwid is offered a choice of two petrol engines - a 54PS 0.8-litre unit and a 68PS 1.0-liter option. While the smaller unit is only available with a 5-speed manual gearbox, the bigger engine can also be had with a 5-speed AMT Renault Kwid has got it right with its looks, features, and comfort to be your first or daily city car. However, the driving experience leaves a bit to be desired. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test drive before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership details.
Q. Which variant is best in Celerio?
  • Vxi petrol with company fitted accesories
  • New variant is the best for look like premium car
  • As expected from the entry-level variant of an affordable compact hatchback, the Celerio LXi only offers the absolute basics. You get dual front airbags, manual AC, and engine idle start/stop as standard. If this is your maximum budget, the base-spec Celerio is worth considering for its overall package, which includes that frugal petrol engine and a spacious boot. The VXi offers the basics like central locking, power windows, manual AC, power-adjustable ORVMs, manual (day and night) inside rearview mirror, and wheel covers for the 14-inch steelies. The Celerio VXi also offers a split-folding rear seat for added practicality, and the body-coloured ORVMs and door handles make it look a lot better than the base variant. The ZXi offers an audio system with Bluetooth, steering-mounted audio controls, tilt-adjustable steering, and remote keyless entry. The ZXi even gets a rear window washer and wiper and a rear defogger for extra safety in inclement weather. This top-spec variant offers all the features you’d need to enjoy the second-gen Celerio. The ZXi trim comes with a height-adjustable driver’s seat, power-folding ORVMs, and push-button engine start/stop. You also get a well-integrated touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, along with other Smartplay Studio features. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test drive before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership details.

Kia Sorento Vs Maruti Suzuki Celerio FAQs

Which car is best between Kia Sorento vs Maruti Suzuki Celerio?
As per the users experiences Kia Sorento is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for comfort, safety and features in your car. But Maruti Suzuki Celerio is better on the grounds of mileage, performance and maintenance.
Which car is cheaper Kia Sorento vs Maruti Suzuki Celerio?
The Maruti Suzuki Celerio is cheaper than Kia Sorento by ₹23.29 Lakh.
Which car offers better performance Kia Sorento vs Maruti Suzuki Celerio?
For the HTE 7-Seater Diesel version, 2151 cc Diesel engine of Sorento produces 190bhp of power and 442Nm of torque. Whereas for the LXI version, 998 cc Petrol engine of Celerio produces 67.77bhp@5600rpm of power and 91.1Nm@3400rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Kia Sorento has better performance.

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