Kia Sorento vs Renault KWID

Last Updated: October 22, 2026

Renault KWID price starts at Rs. 4.53 Lakh, which is Rs. 23.46 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Kia Sorento, priced at Rs. 27.99 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Sorento offers a claimed 19.6 kmpl, while the KWID delivers 21.46 kmpl. On the performance front, the Sorento uses a 2151cc engine producing 190bhp and the KWID a 999cc engine producing 68bhp@5500rpm. If you're deciding between the Sorento and KWID, the KWID is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Sorento stands out for performance.

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Sorento vs KWID Comparison Summary

Specification Kia SorentoRenault KWID
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 27.99 LakhRs. 4.53 Lakh
Mileage 19.6 kmpl21.46 kmpl
Engine 2151 cc999 cc
Max power 190bhp68bhp@5500rpm

Sorento vs KWID Key Highlights

Basic Info Kia Sorento HTE 7-Seater DieselRenault KWID Evolution
Rating
2 reviews
315 reviews
Brand Name Kia Renault
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 27.99 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 4.53 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement 2151 cc 999 cc
Body Type SUVAll SUV Cars HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars
Max Power 190bhp 68bhp@5500rpm
No Of Cylinders 4 3
Transmission Automatic Manual
Gearbox 8-Speed DCT 5-Speed
Drive Type 2WD FWD
Colors
Kia Sorento Colors
Renault KWID Colors
Fuel Type Diesel Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) 19.6 kmpl 21.46 Kmpl
Tyre Size 235/ 60 R18 165/70
Boot Space 179 Liters 279 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes No
Cruise Control Yes Not Available
Airbags 7 Driver and Passenger
EMI
Rs. 54,145 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 8,761 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Servicing Cost Not Available
Rs. 10,626 / 5 years
Insurance Rs. 1.37 Lakh Sorento Insurance Rs. 23,771 KWID Insurance
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Idle Start Stop System
Yes
Not Available
Displacement
2151 cc
999 cc
Engine Type
2.2 CRDi
1.0 SCe
Engine Displacement
2151 cc
999 cc
Max Power
190bhp
68bhp@5500rpm
Max Torque
442Nm
92.5Nm@4250rpm
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
Turbo Charger
Yes
Not Available
Drive Mode Types
Eco| Sport | Smart | Normal
Not Available

Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
Fuel Capacity
67 Liters
28 Liters
Mileage (ARAI)
19.6 kmpl
21.46 Kmpl
Mileage (City)
Not Available
18 kmpl
Mileage (Highway)
Not Available
21 kmpl

steeringGearType
Rack & Pinion
Not Available
Wheels Type
Alloy
Not Available
Suspension Front
MacPherson Strut suspension
MacPherson Strut suspension
Suspension Rear
Multi-link suspension
Rear twist beam
Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Drum
Steering Type
Electric
Electric
Minimum Turning Radius
Not Available
4.9
Tyre Size
235/ 60 R18
165/70
Wheel Size
18
14
Tyre Type
Radial & Tubeless
Radial

Ventilated Seats
No
Not Available
Digital Cluster Size
4.2
Not Available
Upholstery
Leather
Fabric
Rear Seat Headrest
Adjustable
Not Available
Digital Cluster
Yes
Sami
Air Conditioner
Yes
Yes
Ambient Light Colour
No
Not Available
Glove Box
Yes
Yes
Cargo Volume
Not Available
279
Boot Space Rear Seat Folding
813 Litres
Not Available
Seating Capacity
7
5
Doors
Not Available
5
Boot Space
179 Liters
279 Liters

Alloy Wheels
Not Available
No
Rain Sensing Wiper
Yes
Not Available
Wheel Covers
Not Available
Yes
ORVM
Powered & Folding
Powered
Boot Opening
Manual
Manual
Automatic Driving Lights
Yes
Not Available
LED DRLs
Yes
Yes
LED Fog Lamps
Yes
Not Available
LED Taillights
Yes
Yes
Sun Roof
No
Not Available
Projector Headlamps
No
No
Sunroof / Moonroof
No
Not Available
Turn Indicator in ORVM
Yes
No
Rear Spoiler
Yes
Yes
Antenna
Shark Fin
Not Available
Roof Rails
Yes
No
LED Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
4815*1900*1785 mm3
3731*1579*1474 mm3
Wheelbase
2815 mm
2500 mm
Ground Clearance (Unladen)
Not Available
184 mm
No. Of Doors
Not Available
5

USB Charger
Front & Rear
No
Central Control Armrest
With Storage
Not Available
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Automatic Climate Control
2 Zone
No
Memory Functions For Seat
No
Not Available
One Touch Operating Power Windows
All
Not Available
Autonomous Parking
No
Not Available
Drive Modes
4
Not Available
No of Speakers
6
2
Adjustable Steering
Height & Reach
Not Available
Android Auto
Wireless
Yes
Apple CarPlay
Wireless
Yes
Bluetooth
Yes
Yes
USB Ports
Yes
Not Available
No of Tweeter
No
No
Power Windows
Front & Rear
Front Only
Rear Window Washer
Yes
Not Available
Speakers
Front & Rear
Front Only
Auxillary Input
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
Not Available
Heated Seat Front
No
No
Heated Seats Rear
No
No
Touchscreen Size
12.3 inch
8 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
Not Available
Engine Start Stop Button
Yes
Not Available
Rear ACVents
Yes
Not Available
Touchscreen
Yes
Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Yes
No
Air Quality Control
Not Available
Yes
Tachometer
Not Available
Yes
Rear Touchscreen
Not Available
No
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Yes
Not Available
Memory Function Seats
No
Not Available
Paddle Shifters
No
Not Available
Adjustable Headrest
Yes
No
Voice Commands
Yes
Not Available
Powered Seats
Front Only
Not Available
Push Ignition
Yes
Not Available
AM/FM Radio
Yes
Yes
Touch-screen Display
Yes
Yes
Speakers Front
Not Available
Yes
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
Yes
Not Available
Adjustable Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Rear
12V Power Outlets
Yes
Yes

ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Yes
Not Available
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Not Available
No
Hill Descent Control
Yes
Not Available
Hill Assist
Yes
No
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Not Available
Yes
Safety Airbags
Driver & Passenger, Front Side, Curtain, Driver Knee
Not Available
Exterior Camera
Rear View Camera
Not Available
Airbags
7
Driver and Passenger
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Yes
Not Available
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Yes
Yes
No of Airbags
7
2
Brake Assist (BA)
Yes
Yes
Traction Control System (TCS)
Not Available
Yes
Engine Immobilizer
Not Available
Yes
Central Locking
Not Available
Yes
Advance Safety Features
Not Available
rear seat belt reminder
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Yes
Driver Airbag
Not Available
Yes
Eletronic Stability Control (ESC)
Yes
Yes
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
No
Not Available
Rear Wash Wiper
Yes
Not Available
Day Night IRVM
Not Available
No
Keyless Entry
Not Available
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Not Available
Yes
Rear Defogger
Yes
Not Available
Rear Camera
Not Available
No
Side Airbag
Not Available
No

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
Over Speeding Alert
Not Available
Yes
In Car Remote Control App
No
Not Available
Remote Ac On Off
No
Not Available
Remote Door Lock Unlock
No
Yes

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Renault KWID
  • Funky and muscular styling is attractive
  • Long features list makes it a great VFM proposition
  • Compact dimensions and light controls make it easy to drive in the city
  • New safety features
  • Single 1.0-litre engine option is BSVI Phase-2 compliant
Renault KWID
  • Engines lack punch especially out on the highway
  • AMT is sluggish
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Q. Which car is better between Renault KWID and Hyundai Grand i10 Nios?
  • Renault Kwid is a strong car. It is funky and muscular looking and comes with a decent amount of features. On the other hand, Going over speed breakers or potholes, you’ll find that the Nios never once breaks its composure, if the family man wants to feel like a young boy again and escape the monotony of city commutes, the Nios Turbo is the perfect tool for that. For a better understanding of compatibility and driving comfort, we would suggest you `to take a test drive. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership.
Q. Which car to choose, KWID, Santro or Wagon R?
  • All the three cars are good in their forte. The Kwid is a great first car, looks great and sports some nice features but the driving experience isn't the best. Whereas, Hyundai Santro has a smooth engine, easy-to-drive, well-equipped top-end variant, interior quality from a class-above. On the other hand, the Wagon R continues to be a sensible practical hatchback. It’s now stronger, more feature-loaded, more powerful and safer. Importantly, the prices have not gone up substantially. For a better understanding of compatibility and driving comfort, we would suggest you to take a test drive. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership.
Q. What is the difference between kwid RXL and RXT
  • The RXT variant is available with more features in comparison to the RXL variant. The RXT variant is equipped with Single DIN Stereo with Radio AM/FM, MP3, Media NAV, Roof Mic, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Pollen filter, HVAC control function - 4 speed
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Kia Sorento Vs Renault KWID FAQs

Which car is best between Kia Sorento vs Renault KWID?
On the basis of mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance, safety and features user have rated both the cars equally.
Which car is cheaper Kia Sorento vs Renault KWID?
The Renault KWID is cheaper than Kia Sorento by ₹23.46 Lakh.
Which car offers better performance Kia Sorento vs Renault KWID?
For the HTE 7-Seater Diesel version, 2151 cc Diesel engine of Sorento produces 190bhp of power and 442Nm of torque. Whereas for the Evolution version, 999 cc Petrol engine of KWID produces 68bhp@5500rpm of power and 92.5Nm@4250rpm of torque
As per the users experiences in terms of performance both are same.

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