Kia Sorento vs Fortuner vs MG Majestor: Best Full-Size SUV in India 2026
AUTOFY DESK 15 September 2026 • 7 min read
⚡ THE QUICK ANSWER
The Kia Sorento starts at Rs 27.99 lakh, undercutting the Fortuner (Rs 34.76 lakh) by nearly Rs 7 lakh and the MG Majestor (Rs 42.49 lakh) by more.
The Sorento is the only one of the three with a strong-hybrid option, alongside a 193 hp diesel.
Choose the Fortuner for ladder-frame toughness and resale, the Majestor for the largest, most loaded cabin.
For value, tech and efficiency, the Sorento is the pick for most full-size SUV buyers in 2026.
The new Kia Sorento has landed in India at Rs 27.99 lakh, and it has instantly become the value pick among full-size, three-row SUVs. It undercuts the Toyota Fortuner by nearly Rs 7 lakh while offering a hybrid option neither big rival matches on paper.
Kia Sorento vs Toyota Fortuner vs MG Majestor: prices
The Sorento launched on 4 September 2026 and spans Rs 27.99 lakh to Rs 40.39 lakh ex-showroom, with diesel and strong-hybrid powertrains. That entry price is the headline: the Toyota Fortuner currently starts at Rs 34.76 lakh, and the MG Majestor sits even higher at Rs 42.49 lakh. On sticker price alone the Kia is the clear value leader.
SUV
Starting price (ex-showroom)
Powertrain
Highlight
Kia Sorento
Rs 27.99 lakh
Diesel / strong hybrid
Hybrid option, ADAS, dual displays
Toyota Fortuner
Rs 34.76 lakh
Petrol / diesel
Proven ladder-frame toughness
MG Majestor
Rs 42.49 lakh
Diesel
Largest cabin, most features
Ex-showroom starting prices, September 2026. Verify on-road pricing with your dealer. | Source: CarWale, CarDekho, NewsDrum (Sep 2026)
Engines and specs
The Sorento offers a 2.2-litre turbo-diesel with 193 hp and 442 Nm paired to an 8-speed automatic, or a 1.6-litre turbo-petrol strong hybrid making a combined output around 245 hp, with a 6-speed automatic and FWD or AWD. The Fortuner counters with big, unburstable petrol and diesel engines and a genuine off-road pedigree on its ladder-frame platform. The Majestor is the plushest and most spacious, but also the priciest.
What each one is best at
✓ What works
Kia Sorento: lowest price, only one with a hybrid, loaded with ADAS and twin curved screens
Fortuner: bulletproof reliability and resale, true body-on-frame ruggedness
Majestor: biggest cabin, captain-chair comfort, most equipment
! Watch-outs
Sorento is a monocoque, so hardcore off-roaders may still prefer the Fortuner
Fortuner feels dated inside for the money
Majestor costs the most to buy and run
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If you want the most modern, best-equipped and most efficient big SUV, and you do not need serious off-roading, the Sorento is the smart-money choice, especially the hybrid for city-heavy use. Choose the Fortuner if resale value and go-anywhere durability top your list. Pick the Majestor only if you want the largest, most loaded cabin and price is secondary. Whichever you buy, protect the paint with a custom-fit waterproof cover, and keep a digital tyre inflator in the boot for those heavy, seven-up highway runs. A quick cabin vacuum keeps a family SUV presentable, a set of microfiber towels helps on delivery day, and brighter LED headlights make long night drives safer.
★ Autofy verdict
The Kia Sorento resets the value equation for full-size SUVs. At Rs 27.99 lakh with a hybrid option, it makes the Fortuner look expensive and the Majestor look niche. Unless you specifically need ladder-frame off-road ability, the Sorento is the one to beat in 2026.
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Kia Sorento cost in India?
The Kia Sorento is priced from Rs 27.99 lakh to Rs 40.39 lakh ex-showroom, launched on 4 September 2026.
Is the Kia Sorento cheaper than the Toyota Fortuner?
Yes. The Sorento starts at Rs 27.99 lakh while the Fortuner starts at Rs 34.76 lakh, so the entry Sorento is nearly Rs 6.8 lakh cheaper.
Does the Kia Sorento have a hybrid?
Yes, the Sorento offers a 1.6-litre turbo-petrol strong hybrid, along with a 2.2-litre diesel. Neither the Fortuner nor the Majestor offers a strong hybrid in this class.
Which is the best full-size SUV in India in 2026?
For value, features and efficiency, the Kia Sorento. For proven off-road durability and resale, the Toyota Fortuner. For the largest, most loaded cabin, the MG Majestor.
Is the Sorento good for off-roading?
It is a monocoque SUV, so it handles rough roads and light trails well, but dedicated off-roaders may still prefer the ladder-frame Toyota Fortuner.
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