Hyundai Grand i10 Nios vs Kia Sonet
Should you buy Hyundai Grand i10 Nios 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. Hyundai Grand i10 Nios price starts at Rs 5.98 Lakh ex-showroom for Era (Petrol) and Kia Sonet price starts Rs 8 Lakh ex-showroom for HTE (Petrol). Grand i10 Nios has 1197 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while Sonet has 1493 cc (Diesel top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the Grand i10 Nios has a mileage of 27 km/kg (Petrol top model) and the Sonet has a mileage of 24.1 kmpl (Petrol top model).
Grand i10 Nios Vs Sonet
| Key Highlights | Hyundai Grand i10 Nios | Kia Sonet |
|---|---|---|
| On Road Price | Rs.9,69,732* | Rs.17,17,909* |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine(cc) | 1197 | 998 |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
Hyundai Grand i10 Nios vs Kia Sonet comparison
- Hyundai Grand i10 Nios
- Era (Petrol) 5.98 Lakh*
- Magna (Petrol) 6.84 Lakh*
- Corporate (Petrol) 6.99 Lakh*
- Sportz Executive (Petrol) 7.28 Lakh*
- Top SellingSportz (Petrol) 7.42 Lakh*
- Magna AMT (Petrol) 7.49 Lakh*
- Corporate AMT (Petrol) 7.64 Lakh*
- Sportz DT (Petrol) 7.67 Lakh*
- Sportz Opt (Petrol) 7.72 Lakh*
- Sportz Executive AMT (Petrol) 7.85 Lakh*
- Sportz AMT (Petrol) 7.99 Lakh*
- Asta (Petrol) 8.05 Lakh*
- Sportz Opt AMT (Petrol) 8.29 Lakh*
- Asta AMT (Petrol) 8.62 Lakh*
- Magna CNG (CNG) 7.75 Lakh*
- Magna Duo CNG (CNG) 7.83 Lakh*
- Sportz CNG (CNG) 8.30 Lakh*
- Top SellingSportz Duo CNG (CNG) 8.38 Lakh*
Rs8.62 Lakh *VS - Kia Sonet
- HTE (O) Diesel (Diesel) 10 Lakh*
- HTK (O) Diesel (Diesel) 11.05 Lakh*
- Top SellingHTK Plus (O) Diesel (Diesel) 12 Lakh*
- HTX Diesel (Diesel) 12.52 Lakh*
- HTX Diesel AT (Diesel) 13.39 Lakh*
- GTX Plus Diesel AT (Diesel) 15.60 Lakh*
- HTE (Petrol) 8 Lakh*
- HTE (O) (Petrol) 8.40 Lakh*
- HTK (Petrol) 9.20 Lakh*
- HTK (O) (Petrol) 9.55 Lakh*
- HTK Turbo iMT (Petrol) 9.66 Lakh*
- HTK (O) Turbo iMT (Petrol) 10 Lakh*
- Top SellingHTK Plus (O) (Petrol) 10.50 Lakh*
- HTK Plus (O) Turbo iMT (Petrol) 11 Lakh*
- HTX Turbo iMT (Petrol) 11.83 Lakh*
- HTX Turbo DCT (Petrol) 12.70 Lakh*
- GTX Plus Turbo DCT (Petrol) 14.80 Lakh*
- X-line Turbo DCT (Petrol) 15 Lakh*
Rs15 Lakh *
Basic Information
| On-Road Price in New Delhi | Rs.9,69,732* | Rs.17,17,909* |
| Finance Available (EMI) | Rs.19,178/month Get EMI Offers | Rs.34,347/month Get EMI Offers |
| Insurance | Rs.39,571 | Rs.50,420 |
| User Rating | Based on 207 Reviews | Based on 152 Reviews |
| Service Cost (Avg. of 5 years) | Rs.2,944.4 | - |
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Engine & Transmission
| Engine Type Engine type in car refers to the type of engine that powers the vehicle. There are many different types of car engines, but the most common are petrol (gasoline) and diesel engines✕ | 1.2 l Kappa | Smartstream G1.0 TGDi |
| Displacement (cc) The displacement of an engine is the total volume of all of the cylinders in the engine. Measured in cubic centimetres (cc)✕ | 1197 | 998 |
| No. of Cylinders ICE engines have one or more cylinders. More cylinders typically mean more smoothness and more power, but it also means more moving parts and less fuel efficiency.✕ | 44 Cylinder Cars | 33 Cylinder Cars |
| Max Power (bhp@rpm) Power dictates the performance of an engine. It's measured in horsepower (bhp) or metric horsepower (PS). More is better.✕ | 82bhp@6000rpm | 118bhp@6000rpm |
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Fuel & Performance
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Mileage ARAI (kmpl) | 16 | 18.4 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres) | 37 | 45 |
| Emission Norm Compliance Indicates the level of pollutants the car's engine emits, showing compliance with environmental regulations.✕ | BS VI 2.0 | BS VI 2.0 |
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes
| Front Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the front wheels to the car body. Reduces jerks over bad surfaces and affects handling.✕ | MacPherson suspension | MacPherson Strut suspension |
| Rear Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the rear wheels to the car body. It impacts ride quality and stability.✕ | Rear twist beam | Rear twist beam |
| Shock Absorbers Type The kind of shock absorbers that come in a car. They help reduce jerks when the car goes over bumps and uneven roads. They can be hydraulic or gas-filled.✕ | Gas Type | - |
| Steering Type The mechanism by which the car's steering operates, such as manual, power-assisted, or electric. It affecting driving ease.✕ | Electric | Electric |
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Dimensions & Capacity
| Length (mm) The distance from a car's front tip to the farthest point in the back.✕ | 3815 | 3995 |
| Width (mm) The width of a car is the horizontal distance between the two outermost points of the car, typically measured at the widest point of the car, such as the wheel wells or the rearview mirrors✕ | 1680 | 1790 |
| Height (mm) The height of a car is the vertical distance between the ground and the highest point of the car. It can decide how much space a car has along with it's body type and is also critical in determining it's ability to fit in smaller garages or parking spaces✕ | 1520 | 1642 |
| Wheel Base (mm) Distance between the centre of the front and rear wheels. Affects the car’s stability & handling .✕ | 2450 | 2500 |
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Comfort & Convenience
| Power Steering Mechanism that reduces the effort needed to operate the steering wheel. Offered in various types, including hydraulic and electric.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Climate Control Automatically adjusts the car’s cabin temperature. Removes the need to manually adjust car AC temperature every now and then & offers a set it and forget it convenience.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Air Quality Control Air filters, also known as air purifiers, purify the air of the cabin by absorbing any harmful or contaminated particles.✕ | - | Yes |
| Accessory Power Outlet 12V power socket to power your appliances, like phones or tyre inflators.✕ | Yes | Yes |
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Interior
| Steering Wheel | ||
| DashBoard | ||
| Instrument Cluster | ||
| Tachometer A tachometer shows how fast the engine is running, measured in revolutions per minute (RPM). In a manual car, it helps the driver know when to shift gears.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel | Yes | No |
| Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector | - | No |
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Exterior
| Rear Right Side | ||
| Headlight | ||
| Front Left Side | ||
| Available Colours | Spark Green With Abyss Black Fiery Red Typhoon Silver Atlas White Atlas White With Abyss Black +4 MoreGrand i10 Nios Colours | Glacier White Pearl Sparkling Silver Pewter Olive Intense Red Aurora Black Pearl +4 MoreSonet Colours |
| Body Type | HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars | SUVAll SUV Cars |
| Adjustable Headlamps | Yes | - |
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Safety
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) A safety system that prevents a car's wheels from locking up during hard braking to maintain steering control.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Assist | - | Yes |
| Central Locking A system that locks or unlocks all of the car's doors simultaneously with the press of a button. A must-have feature in modern cars.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Anti Theft Alarm An alarm system that sounds when anyone tries to access the car forcibly or break into it.✕ | Yes | Yes |
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ADAS
| Forward Collision Warning | - | Yes |
| Lane Departure Warning | - | Yes |
| Lane Keep Assist | - | Yes |
| Driver Attention Warning | - | Yes |
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Advance Internet
| Live Location | - | Yes |
| Remote Vehicle Status Check | - | Yes |
| Inbuilt Assistant | - | Yes |
| Hinglish Voice Commands | - | Yes |
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Entertainment & Communication
| Radio AM/FM radio tuner for listening to broadcasts and music. Mainly used for listening to music and news when inside the car.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Integrated 2DIN Audio | - | Yes |
| Wireless Phone Charging Charges phones wirelessly via a charging pad. Useful feature for users with a smartphone that supports wireless charging.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Connectivity Allows wireless connection of devices to the car’s stereo for calls or music.✕ | Yes | Yes |
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Pros & Cons
- Pros
- Cons
Hyundai Grand i10 Nios
- Premium looking hatchback
- Refined engine, easy to drive in the city
- Feature-rich with an 8-inch touchscreen system, cruise control, and wireless charging
- Safety packed with up to six airbags, ESP, hill hold assist, and tyre pressure monitoring
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.
Hyundai Grand i10 Nios
- No 1-litre turbo-petrol engine; no diesel motor too
- Not fun or exciting to drive
- ISOFIX anchorages only limited to the top-spec variant
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 Hyundai Grand i10 Nios and Kia Sonet?
A ) Hyundai Grand i10 Nios price starts at ₹ 5.98 Lakh & Kia Sonet price starts at ₹ 8 Lakh in New Delhi. Hyundai Grand i10 Nios is cheaper between these two cars.
Q ) Which car has good mileage Hyundai Grand i10 Nios and Kia Sonet?
A ) The mileage of Grand i10 Nios is 16 kmpl & the mileage of Sonet is 18.4 kmpl. Kia Sonet gives better mileage than Hyundai Grand i10 Nios.
*Ex-showroom price in New Delhi