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Citroen C3 vs Kia Sonet

Should you buy Citroen C3 or Kia Sonet? Find out which car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, Colours and other specs. Citroen C3 price starts at Rs 6.16 Lakh ex-showroom for Puretech 82 Live (Petrol) and Kia Sonet price starts Rs 8 Lakh ex-showroom for HTE (Petrol). C3 has 1199 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while Sonet has 1493 cc (Diesel top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the C3 has a mileage of 19.3 kmpl (Petrol top model)> and the Sonet has a mileage of - (Petrol top model).

C3 Vs Sonet

Key HighlightsCitroen C3Kia Sonet
On Road PriceRs.10,41,860*Rs.9,30,183*
Fuel TypePetrolPetrol
Engine(cc)11991197
TransmissionManualManual
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Citroen C3 vs Kia Sonet comparison

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        Citroen C3
        Citroen C3
        Rs9.30 Lakh*
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            Kia Sonet
            Kia Sonet
            Rs8.29 Lakh*
            *Ex-showroom Price
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          • Shine Dual Tone Turbo
            rs9.30 Lakh*
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          • HTE (O)
            rs8.29 Lakh*
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          Basic Information
          On-Road Price in New Delhi
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          Rs.10,41,860*
          Rs.9,30,183*
          Finance Available (EMI)
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          Rs.19,835/month
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          Rs.17,705/month
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          Insurance
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          Rs.46,974
          C3 Insurance
          User Rating
          4.3
          Based on 273 Reviews
          4.5
          Based on 75 Reviews
          Brochure
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          Engine & Transmission
          Engine Type
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          1.2L PureTech 110
          Smartstream G1.2
          Displacement (cc)
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          1199
          1197
          No. of Cylinders
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          Max Power (bhp@rpm)
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          108.62bhp@5500rpm
          81.8bhp@6000rpm
          Max Torque (nm@rpm)
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          190Nm@1750rpm
          115Nm@4200rpm
          Valves Per Cylinder
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          4
          4
          Fuel Supply System
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          -
          MPi
          Turbo Charger
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          YesNo
          Transmission Type
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          Manual
          Manual
          Gearbox
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          6-Speed
          5-Speed
          Drive Type
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          FWD
          Fuel & Performance
          Fuel Type
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          Petrol
          Petrol
          Mileage ARAI (kmpl)
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          19.3
          -
          Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)
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          30
          45
          Emission Norm Compliance
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          BS VI 2.0
          BS VI 2.0
          Suspension, Steering & Brakes
          Front Suspension
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          MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
          MacPherson suspension
          Rear Suspension
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          Rear Twist Beam with Coil Spring
          Rear twist beam
          Steering Type
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          Electric
          Electric
          Steering Column
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          Tilt
          Tilt
          Turning Radius (Metres)
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          4.98
          -
          Front Brake Type
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          Disc
          Disc
          Rear Brake Type
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          Drum
          Drum
          Tyre Size
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          195/65 R15
          195/65 R15
          Tyre Type
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          Tubeless,Radial
          Radial Tubeless
          Wheel Size (Inch)
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          -
          15
          Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)
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          15
          No
          Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)
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          15
          No
          Dimensions & Capacity
          Length (mm)
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          3981
          3995
          Width (mm)
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          1733
          1790
          Height (mm)
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          1604
          1642
          Wheel Base (mm)
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          2540
          2500
          Kerb Weight (kg)
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          1055
          -
          Grossweight (kg)
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          1455
          -
          Seating Capacity
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          5
          5
          Boot Space (Litres)
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          315
          385
          No. of Doors
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          5
          5
          Comfort & Convenience
          Power Steering
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          YesYes
          Automatic Climate Control
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          YesNo
          Air Quality Control
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          -
          No
          Accessory Power Outlet
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          YesYes
          Trunk Light
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          -
          No
          Vanity Mirror
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          Yes
          -
          Rear Reading Lamp
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          YesYes
          Adjustable Headrest
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          -
          Yes
          Rear AC Vents
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          -
          Yes
          Active Noise Cancellation
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          -
          No
          Multifunction Steering Wheel
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          YesNo
          Cruise Control
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          -
          No
          Parking Sensors
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          Rear
          Rear
          Real-Time Vehicle Tracking
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          -
          No
          Foldable Rear Seat
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          Bench Folding
          Bench Folding
          Engine Start Stop Button
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          -
          No
          Bottle Holder
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          Front & Rear Door
          Front & Rear Door
          Voice Commands
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          -
          No
          Paddle Shifters
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          -
          No
          USB Charger
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          Front & Rear
          Front & Rear
          Central Console Armrest
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          -
          With Storage
          Hands-Free Tailgate
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          -
          No
          Gear Shift Indicator
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          YesYes
          Luggage Hook And Net
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          YesYes
          Battery Saver
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          -
          Yes
          Additional Features
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          Bag Support Hooks in Boot (3 ), Parcel Shelf, Front Passenger Seat Back Pocket, Co-Driver Side Sun Visor with Vanity Mirror, Smartphone Charger Wire Guide on Instrument Panel, Smartphone Storage - Rear Console
          Assist Grips, Eco Coating,Sunglass Holder
          Massage Seats
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          -
          No
          Memory Function Seats
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          -
          No
          One Touch Operating Power Window
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          All
          No
          Autonomous Parking
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          -
          No
          Drive Modes
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          -
          No
          Idle Start Stop System
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          -
          Yes
          Rear Window Sunblind
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          -
          No
          Rear Windscreen Sunblind
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          -
          No
          Power Windows
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          Front & Rear
          Front Only
          Drive Mode Types
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          -
          No
          Air Conditioner
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          YesYes
          Heater
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          YesYes
          Adjustable Steering
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          YesYes
          KeyLess Entry
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          YesNo
          Ventilated Seats
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          -
          No
          Height Adjustable Driver Seat
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          YesNo
          Electric Adjustable Seats
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          -
          No
          Automatic Headlamps
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          -
          No
          Follow Me Home Headlamps
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          -
          No
          Interior
          Tachometer
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          YesYes
          Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
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          -
          No
          Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector
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          -
          No
          Glove Box
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          YesYes
          Cigarette Lighter
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          -
          No
          Folding Table In The Rear
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          -
          No
          Dual Tone Dashboard
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          -
          No
          Additional Features
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          Interior Environment - Single Tone Black, Front & Rear Seat Integrated Headrest, AC Knobs - Satin Chrome Accents, Parking Brake Lever Tip - Satin Chrome, Instrument Panel - Deco (Anodized Orange/Anodized Grey) Depends on exterior body/roof colour, AC Vents (Side) - Glossy Black Outer Ring, Insider Door Handles - Satin Chrome, Satin Chrome Accents - IP, AC Vents Inner Part, Gear Lever Surround, Steering Wheel, INSTRUMENTATION(Tripmeter, Distance to Empty, Digital Cluster, Average Fuel Consumption, Low Fuel Warning Lamp, Gear Shift Indicator)
          Silver Painted Door Handles, Premuim Beige Roof Lining, Silver finish AC vents garnish, All Black Interiors
          Digital Cluster
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          YesYes
          Digital Cluster Size (Inch)
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          -
          4.2
          Upholstery
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          Fabric
          Leatherette
          Exterior
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          WheelCitroen C3 WheelKia Sonet Wheel
          HeadlightCitroen C3 HeadlightKia Sonet Headlight
          TaillightCitroen C3 TaillightKia Sonet Taillight
          Front Left SideCitroen C3 Front Left SideKia Sonet Front Left Side
          Available Colors
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          Platinum GreySteel Grey With Cosmo BlueSteel Gray With Platinum GreyPlatinum Grey With Polar WhitePolar White With Platinum GreyPolar White With Cosmo BluePolar WhiteSteel GreySteel Grey With Polar WhiteCosmo Blue+6 MoreC3 ColorsGlacier White PearlSparkling SilverPewter OliveIntense RedAurora Black PearlImperial BlueGlacier White Pearl With Aurora Black PearlGravity GrayIntense Red With Aurora Black Pearl+4 MoreSonet Colors
          Body Type
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          Headlamp Washers
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          -
          No
          Rain Sensing Wiper
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          -
          No
          Rear Window Wiper
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          YesNo
          Rear Window Washer
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          YesNo
          Rear Window Defogger
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          YesNo
          Wheel Covers
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          NoNo
          Alloy Wheels
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          YesNo
          Tinted Glass
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          -
          Yes
          Rear Spoiler
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          -
          No
          Sun Roof
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          -
          Yes
          Side Stepper
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          -
          No
          Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators
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          -
          No
          Integrated Antenna
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          -
          Yes
          Smoke Headlamps
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          -
          No
          Halogen Headlamps
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          YesYes
          Roof Rails
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          YesNo
          LED DRLs
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          YesNo
          LED Headlamps
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          -
          No
          LED Taillights
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          -
          No
          LED Fog Lamps
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          -
          No
          Additional Features
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          Chrome Front Panel: Brand Emblems - Chevron, Front Grill - Matte Black, Body Coloured Front & Rear Bumpers, Side Turn Indicators on Fender, Body Side Sill Panel, Sash Tape - A/B&C Pillar, Body Coloured Outside Door Handles, Wheel Arch Cladding, Roof Rails - Glossy Black, High Gloss Black ORVMs, Skid Plate - Front & Rear, Front Fog Lamp, Diamond Cut Alloy
          Silver Brake Caliper, Body Color Front & Rear bumper, Side Moulding - Black, Glossy Black Delta garnish, Body colour outside door handle, High Mount Stop Lamp, Steel Wheels, Kia Signature Tiger nose grille with Knurled Silver Surround, Tusk Inspired Masculine Front & Rear Skid Plates, Body Color Outside Mirror, Rear Center garnish - Reflector connected type
          Fog Lights
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          Front
          No
          Antenna
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          Roof Antenna
          Pole Type
          Sunroof
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          -
          Single Pane
          Boot Opening
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          Manual
          Manual
          Heated Outside Rear View Mirror
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          -
          No
          Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)
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          Powered & Folding
          Powered
          Tyre Size
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          195/65 R15
          195/65 R15
          Tyre Type
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          Tubeless,Radial
          Radial Tubeless
          Wheel Size (Inch)
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          -
          15
          Safety
          Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
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          YesYes
          Brake Assist
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          -
          Yes
          Central Locking
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          YesYes
          Child Safety Locks
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          Yes
          -
          No. of Airbags
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          6
          6
          Driver Airbag
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          YesYes
          Passenger Airbag
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          YesYes
          Side Airbag
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          YesYes
          Side Airbag Rear
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          -
          No
          Day Night Rear View Mirror
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          YesYes
          Seat Belt Warning
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          YesYes
          Door Ajar Warning
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          YesYes
          Traction Control
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          -
          No
          Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
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          YesYes
          Engine Immobilizer
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          YesYes
          Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
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          YesYes
          Rear Camera
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          With Guidedlines
          No
          Speed Alert
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          YesYes
          Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
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          YesYes
          Knee Airbags
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          -
          No
          Isofix Child Seat Mounts
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          YesYes
          Heads-Up Display (HUD)
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          -
          No
          Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts
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          -
          Driver and Passenger
          Blind Spot Monitor
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          -
          No
          Hill Descent Control
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          -
          No
          Hill Assist
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          YesYes
          Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
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          -
          Yes
          360 View Camera
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          -
          No
          Curtain Airbag
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          YesYes
          Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)
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          YesYes
          Entertainment & Communication
          Radio
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          YesNo
          Integrated 2DIN Audio
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          -
          No
          Wireless Phone Charging
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          No
          Bluetooth Connectivity
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          YesNo
          Touchscreen
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          YesNo
          Touchscreen Size
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          10.23
          -
          Android Auto
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          YesNo
          Apple Car Play
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          YesNo
          No. of Speakers
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          4
          -
          Additional Features
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          C-Buddy Personal Assistant Application
          No
          Usb Ports
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          -
          No
          Rear Touchscreen
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          No
          -
          Speakers
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          Front & Rear
          No
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          Pros & Cons

          • Pros
          • Cons

            Citroen C3

            • Quirky styling grabs eyeballs. Lots to customise too.
            • Roomy cabin spacious enough for four 6-footers.
            • Air-conditioning is super strong. Chills you in no time!
            • Comfortable ride quality over a variety of roads. Confident at highway speeds too.

            Kia Sonet

            • Looks better than before with a better lighting setup.
            • Added features, borrowed from a segment above, make it one of the most loaded SUV in its segment.
            • Most number of powertrain options in the segment, with 3 engines and 5 transmission options to choose from.
            • One of the best all rounders in the segment.

            Citroen C3

            • No automatic options on offer.
            • No CNG variants available.
            • Lots of missing features. From basics like powered mirrors to essentials like rear wiper/defogger.

            Kia Sonet

            • Borrowing powertrains and features from a segment above has made it pretty expensive.
            • Cabin insulation could have been better.
            • Turbo-petrol engine option, in Sport mode, feels jerky to drive in traffic.
            • Rear seats could have had better cushioning and better space

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          Questions & answers

          Q ) Which car is cheaper between Citroen C3 and Kia Sonet?
          A ) Citroen C3 price starts at ₹ 6.16 Lakh & Kia Sonet price starts at ₹ 8 Lakh in New Delhi. Citroen C3 is cheaper between these two cars.
          *Ex-showroom price in New Delhi
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