Kia Sorento vs Jeep Meridian vs Skoda Kodiaq vs Volkswagen Tayron vs Toyota Fortuner: Price, Specs and Buyer Comparison - Team Autopunditz - 20 hours ago - 7 min read The arrival of the Kia Sorento has added a new dimension to India’s premium SUV market. Priced from ₹27.99 lakh to ₹40.39 lakh, the Sorento offers diesel and strong-hybrid powertrains, two- and all-wheel drive, and six- or seven-seat configurations. That puts it within reach of buyers considering the Jeep Meridian and Toyota Fortuner, while its higher variants can also be evaluated against the Skoda Kodiaq and Volkswagen Tayron. However, these SUVs approach the premium three-row formula very differently. The Sorento, Meridian, Kodiaq and Tayron use monocoque construction and focus primarily on passenger comfort, refinement and road manners. The Fortuner retains a body-on-frame chassis and proper part-time four-wheel-drive hardware, making it the more purpose-built option for demanding terrain. Price comparison | SUV | Ex-showroom price | Seating point to remember | | Kia Sorento | ₹27.99 lakh–₹40.39 lakh | Six and seven seats, depending on variant | | Jeep Meridian | ₹23.33 lakh–₹38.26 lakh | Five- and seven-seat versions available | | Skoda Kodiaq | ₹36.99 lakh–₹46.99 lakh | Lounge is a five-seater; Sportline and L&K are seven-seaters | | Volkswagen Tayron | ₹41.99 lakh–₹47.74 lakh | Life is a five-seater; R-Line is a seven-seater | | Toyota Fortuner | ₹34.76 lakh–₹50.46 lakh | Seven seats across the range | All prices are ex-showroom and should be checked against the applicable city and current dealer quotation. The headline starting prices need context. The entry-level Meridian, Kodiaq Lounge and Tayron Life do not provide the same seating proposition as a seven-seat Sorento. Buyers seeking a direct three-row comparison should therefore compare the Sorento with the relevant seven-seat variants—not simply the least expensive