Kia Motors Nepal is taking a major step forward in its strategy for Hybrid vehicles in Nepal with the introduction of the all-new Kia Sorento Hybrid. The seven-seater Kia Sorento EcoHybrid is priced at Rs 1,69,90,000 in the Nepalese market.

Powered by a 1.6l TGDi turbo petrol engine and a 1.49 kWh battery mated with a 44.2 kW electromagnetic motor, the 2021 Kia Sorento EcoHybrid delivers 227 hp of power and 350 Nm of torque. The hybrid motor is based on a TMED structure with a parallel drive system that shifts by wire through a full gearbox. Kia says the new Sorento Hybrid provides a mileage of 1054 km on a full tank.

The New Sorento uses both the Electric Motor as well as the TGDi petrol engine to propel forward. At first, the Kia Sorento uses its electric motor to drive 25kmph, then the TGDi petrol engine takes over. However, it uses both the electric motor and TGDi petrol engine through power-split transmission while accelerating. The new Sorento Hybrid also comes with drive modes; normal, sport, eco, smart, sand, mud and snow. Similarly, safety features include 7 airbags, lane-keeping system, electronic stability control, traction control system, smart cruise control, lane-keeping system, surround-view monitor, lane following assist and many more to ensure maximum safety.

Like all big SUVs, the all-new Sorento stands well with its big and bulky body size, aggressive and mean-looking front end, beefier 19” alloy wheels, dual-LED projector headlamps, full panoramic sunroof and sharper body lines. The front end features a wide-sweeping grille that integrates seamlessly with the LED lights that come as standard. Other features include a 12.3- inch all-digital instrument cluster, Blind Spot Monitoring System, Mood Lamps, Heads Up Display (HUD), Ventilated seats, and interior wrapped in Nappa Leather, etc. The cabin is spacious, thanks to a wider wheelbase of 2810 mm.

The Sorento hybrid is available in five different colours – Runway Red, Gravity Blue, Snow-white Pearl, Arora Black Pearl and Steel Grey.