KIA Sorento 2012 vs Nissan X-Trail 2015 Review
Basic information
Brand
Kia
Nissan
Model
KIA Sorento
Nissan X-trail
Year of Release
2012
2015
Body Type
SUV & 4X4
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Brand
Model
Year of Release
Body Type
Specifications
Engine Capacity
2359 cc
2488 cc
Max Power
276 hp
169 hp
Torque
241 Nm
233 Nm
Top Speed
234 kmph
180 kmph
Transmission Type
6-speed AT
CVT
Drive Type
All Wheel Drive (AWD)
Four Wheel Drive (4WD)
Engine Capacity
Max Power
Torque
Top Speed
Transmission Type
Drive Type
Features
- 6 airbags
- Available third-row seating
- Comfortable ride
- Mid-size SUV
- Standard safety features
- Comfortable ride
- Compact SUV
- Spacious interior
- Advanced Safety Feature
Features
Expert Ratings
Overall Rating
3.5 / 5
4.0 / 5
Exterior Design
4.0
4.0
Interior Design
4.0
4.2
Performance
4.0
3.8
Fuel Efficiency
3.5
4.0
Safety and Technology
4.0
4.2
Transmission
3.8
3.8
Ride Quality
3.0
2.5
Driver Insights
From local ads and forum discussions, Sorento 2012 is popular among families who need a comfortable long-distance diesel 7-seater but don’t want to pay Land Cruiser money. It sits against Mitsubishi Outlander, Hyundai Santa Fe and older Toyota Kluger/Highlander–type SUVs.
For daily use, many drivers describe the 2015 X-Trail as a “comfortable family workhorse” rather than a hardcore off-roader. In Colombo-style traffic it feels big but manageable: the high seating position gives a clear view over cars and three-wheelers, and the steering is light enough for tight turns into lanes or supermarket car parks.
Overall Rating
3.5 / 5
4.0 / 5
Exterior Design
Interior Design
Performance
Fuel Efficiency
Safety and Technology
Transmission
Ride Quality
Driver Insights
Prices
Avg market price
Rs. 11.8M–16M
Rs. 11M–13M
Avg market price
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