Not only KIA’s best-selling SUV but one of the India’s highest selling model in the compact SUV segment: KIA Sonet, which has quickly become the most popular car in its segment, offering a perfect blend of style, best-in-class features and performance, crafted to meet the varied preferences and expectations of Indian consumers.
Exploring the Variants and Pricing of KIA Sonet:
| Variants | Pricing (on-road) |
| HTE 1.2 Petrol MT | 8.94 Lakhs |
| HTE (O) 1.2 Petrol MT | 9.30 Lakhs |
| HTK 1.2 Petrol MT | 10.08 Lakh |
| HTK (O) 1.2 Petrol MT | 10.47 Lakh |
| HTK 1.0 Turbo iMT | 10.67 Lakh |
| HTE 1.5 Diesel MT | 10.85 Lakh |
| HTE (O) 1.5 Diesel MT | 11.13 Lakh |
| HTK Plus 1.2 Petrol MT | 11.37 Lakh |
| HTK 1.5 Diesel MT | 11.71 Lakh |
| GRAVITY 1.2 Petrol MT | 11.81 Lakh |
| HTK Plus 1.0 Turbo Petrol iMT | 12.03 Lakh |
| HTK (O) 1.5 Diesel MT | 12.31 Lakh |
| Gravity 1.0 Turbo Petrol iMT | 12.52 Lakh |
| HTK Plus 1.5 Diesel MT | 13.04 Lakh |
| HTX 1.0 Turbo Petrol iMT | 13.10 Lakh |
| GRAVITY 1.5 Diesel MT | 13.46 Lakh |
| HTX 1.5 Diesel MT | 13.92 Lakh |
| HTX 1.0 Turbo Petrol DCT | 13.97 Lakh |
| HTX 1.5 Diesel iMT | 14.40 Lakh |
| HTX 1.5 Diesel AT | 14.90 Lakh |
| HTX Plus 1.0 Turbo Petrol iMT | 14.93 Lakh |
| HTX Plus 1.0 Turbo Petrol iMT Dual Tone | 15.14 Lakh |
| GTX 1.0 Turbo Petrol DCT | 15.31 Lakh |
| HTX Plus 1.5 Diesel MT | 15.32 Lakh |
| HTX Plus 1.5 Diesel MT Dual Tone | 15.57 Lakh |
| HTX Plus 1.5 Diesel iMT Dual Tone | 16.21 Lakh |
| HTX Plus 1.5 Diesel iMT | 16.25 Lakh |
| GTX 1.5 Diesel AT | 16.30 Lakh |
| GTX Plus 1.0 Turbo Petrol DCT | 16.42 Lakh |
| GTX Plus 1.0 Turbo Petrol DCT Dual Tone | 16.53 Lakh |
| X-Line 1.0 Turbo Petrol DCT | 16.64 Lakh |
| GTX Plus 1.5 Diesel AT | 17.41 Lakh |
| GTX Plus 1.5 Diesel AT Dual Tone | 17.52 Lakh |
| X-Line 1.5 Diesel AT | 17.63 Lakh |
Note: “The prices mentioned above are on-road prices (Ahmedabad), inclusive of Ex-showroom, RTO, insurance, municipality Tax. Please note that prices may vary.”
Performance and Powertrain of KIA Sonet:
The Kia Sonet offers a range of powertrain options to suit every driving preference, from efficient petrol engines to torquey diesel motors. It’s available in manual, automatic, and iMT (intelligent manual transmission) variants, giving buyers plenty of flexibility.
Engine Options:
- 1.2 L Petrol Engine (82.9 PS, 115 Nm), comes with 5 MT transmission.
- 1.0 Turbo Petrol Engine (119.7 PS, 172 Nm), comes with 6 iMT & 7 DCT transmission.
- 1.5 Diesel Engine (115.6 PS, 250 Nm), comes with 6 MT, 6 iMT & 6 AT transmission.
Design and Exterior:
The Kia Sonet boasts a striking design that seamlessly blends elegance with sportiness. Its bold stance, signature Tiger Nose grille, Crown Jewel LED headlamps and Star Map LED DRLs make a powerful statement on the road. With the stylish new 16-inch sporty crystal cut alloy wheels, sleek LED Fog lamps, star map LED connected tail lamps and sporty aerodynamic rear skid plates, the KIA Sonet exudes a modern and dynamic presence which makes it a sure head-turner.
Comfort, Convenience and Technology:
Stepping into the KIA Sonet, and you’re welcomed by meticulously crafted cabin that exudes elegance and sophistication.
- Front ventilated and powered adjustable seats
- Smart air purifier
- Bose-premium 7-speaker system with 10.25-inch touchscreen system
- LED ambient sound lighting and 10.25-inch full digital cluster with colour LCD MID display makes the Sonet most advanced and futuristic vehicle.
Safety of KIA Sonet:
The KIA Sonet prioritizes your safety with an impressive suite of advanced features, setting up new standards in the compact SUV segment.
- 6 Airbags as standard
- ABS with EBD
- Brake Force Assist System (BAS)
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
- Vehicle Stability Management (VSM)
- Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC)
- Front and Rear Parking Sensor
- Emergency Stop Signal (ESS)
- Highline Tire-pressure monitor
- All passengers 3-point seat belts
- Blind view Monitor
- 360 degree Camera*
- All tire disc brakes
- ADAS Level-1
- Forward Collision Warning
- Lane keep Assist
- Lane Departure Warning
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Pros and Cons of KIA Sonet:
Pros
- Stylish Design: The Sonet stands out with its bold, modern and sporty design.
- Feature-Rich Interior: Packed with premium features like a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system, Bose premium-sound system, and ventilated seats.
- Versatile Powertrain Options: Offers multiple engine and transmission combinations, including the advanced iMT and DCT.
- Top-Notch Safety: Equipped with 6 airbags as standard, ESC, ADAS Level-1 and other advanced safety features.
Cons
- Rear Seat Comfort: Limited under-thigh support and legroom might not be ideal for taller passengers on long journeys.
- Ride Quality: Suspension tuning may feel slightly stiff on uneven roads.
- Diesel Engine Noise: The diesel variant, though powerful, can be slightly noisy compared to rivals.
- Price of Top Variants: While competitively priced, the fully loaded variants may seem expensive compared to some competitors.
