Kia Sonet vs Maruti FRONX
Should you buy Kia Sonet or Maruti FRONX? 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. Kia Sonet price starts at Rs 8 Lakh ex-showroom for HTE (Petrol) and Maruti FRONX price starts Rs 7.51 Lakh ex-showroom for Sigma (Petrol). Sonet has 1493 cc (Diesel top model) engine, while FRONX has 1197 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the Sonet has a mileage of 24.1 kmpl (Petrol top model) and the FRONX has a mileage of 28.51 km/kg (Petrol top model).
Sonet Vs FRONX
| Key Highlights | Kia Sonet | Maruti FRONX |
|---|---|---|
| On Road Price | Rs.17,19,635* | Rs.14,88,728* |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine(cc) | 998 | 998 |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
Kia Sonet vs Maruti FRONX comparison
- Kia Sonet
- HTE (O) Diesel (Diesel) 10 Lakh*
- HTK (O) Diesel (Diesel) 11 Lakh*
- Top SellingHTK Plus (O) Diesel (Diesel) 12 Lakh*
- HTX Diesel (Diesel) 12.47 Lakh*
- HTX Diesel AT (Diesel) 13.34 Lakh*
- GTX Plus Diesel AT (Diesel) 15.70 Lakh*
- HTE (Petrol) 8 Lakh*
- HTE (O) (Petrol) 8.40 Lakh*
- HTK (Petrol) 9.15 Lakh*
- HTK (O) (Petrol) 9.49 Lakh*
- HTK Turbo iMT (Petrol) 9.66 Lakh*
- HTK (O) Turbo iMT (Petrol) 9.99 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) 12.63 Lakh*
- GTX Plus Turbo DCT (Petrol) 14.85 Lakh*
- X-line Turbo DCT (Petrol) 14.95 Lakh*
Rs14.95 Lakh *VS - Maruti FRONX
- Sigma (Petrol) 7.51 Lakh*
- Delta (Petrol) 8.38 Lakh*
- Top SellingDelta Plus (Petrol) 8.78 Lakh*
- Delta AMT (Petrol) 8.82 Lakh*
- Delta Plus Opt (Petrol) 8.93 Lakh*
- Delta Plus AMT (Petrol) 9.22 Lakh*
- Delta Plus Opt AMT (Petrol) 9.38 Lakh*
- Delta Plus Turbo (Petrol) 9.72 Lakh*
- Zeta Turbo (Petrol) 10.55 Lakh*
- Alpha Turbo (Petrol) 11.47 Lakh*
- Alpha Turbo DT (Petrol) 11.63 Lakh*
- Zeta Turbo AT (Petrol) 11.96 Lakh*
- Alpha Turbo AT (Petrol) 12.88 Lakh*
- Alpha Turbo DT AT (Petrol) 13.04 Lakh*
- Sigma CNG (CNG) 8.46 Lakh*
- Top SellingDelta CNG (CNG) 9.32 Lakh*
Rs13.04 Lakh *
Basic Information
| On-Road Price in New Delhi | Rs.17,19,635* | Rs.14,88,728* |
| Finance Available (EMI) | Rs.32,731/month | Rs.29,266/month |
| Insurance | Rs.60,296 | Rs.36,512 |
| User Rating | Based on 143 Reviews | Based on 558 Reviews |
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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✕ | Smartstream G1.0 TGDi | 1.0L Turbo Boosterjet |
| Displacement (cc) The displacement of an engine is the total volume of all of the cylinders in the engine. Measured in cubic centimetres (cc)✕ | 998 | 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.✕ | 33 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.✕ | 118bhp@6000rpm | 98.69bhp@5500rpm |
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Fuel & Performance
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Mileage ARAI (kmpl) | 18.4 | 20.01 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres) | 45 | 37 |
| 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 Strut 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 |
| Steering Type The mechanism by which the car's steering operates, such as manual, power-assisted, or electric. It affecting driving ease.✕ | Electric | Electric |
| Steering Column The shaft that connects the steering wheel to the rest of the steering system to help maneouvre the car.✕ | Tilt | Tilt & Telescopic |
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Dimensions & Capacity
| Length (mm) The distance from a car's front tip to the farthest point in the back.✕ | 3995 | 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✕ | 1790 | 1765 |
| 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✕ | 1642 | 1550 |
| Wheel Base (mm) Distance between the centre of the front and rear wheels. Affects the car’s stability & handling .✕ | 2500 | 2520 |
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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 | - |
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Interior
| 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 | No | Yes |
| Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector | No | - |
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Exterior
| Wheel | ||
| Headlight | ||
| Front Left Side | ||
| Available Colours | Glacier White Pearl Sparkling Silver Pewter Olive Intense Red Aurora Black Pearl +3 MoreSonet Colours | Arctic White Earthen Brown With Bluish Black Roof Opulent Red With Black Roof Opulent Red Splendid Silver With Black Roof +5 MoreFRONX Colours |
| Body Type | SUVAll SUV Cars | SUVAll SUV Cars |
| Headlamp Washers Water jets that clean the headlights. Beneficial when driving in the rain, or in muddy conditions.✕ | No | - |
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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 | No |
| Automatic Emergency Braking | - | No |
| Oncoming Lane Mitigation | - | No |
| Speed Assist System | - | No |
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Advance Internet
| Live Location | Yes | Yes |
| Remote Immobiliser | - | Yes |
| Unauthorised Vehicle Entry | - | Yes |
| Remote Vehicle Status Check | 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 | 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
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.
Maruti FRONX
- Muscular styling commands attention. Looks like a baby SUV.
- Spacious and practical cabin is very well-suited for a small family.
- Choice of automatic with both engine options.
- Covers the basics: 9-inch touchscreen, climate control, cruise control.
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
Maruti FRONX
- Sloping roofline eats into rear seat headroom.
- No diesel engine option — available with Venue, Nexon and Sonet.
- Missing features: sunroof, leatherette upholstery, ventilated seats.
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Questions & answers
Q ) Which car is cheaper between Kia Sonet and Maruti FRONX?
A ) Kia Sonet price starts at ₹ 8 Lakh & Maruti FRONX price starts at ₹ 7.51 Lakh in New Delhi. Maruti FRONX is cheaper between these two cars.
Q ) Which car has good mileage Kia Sonet and Maruti FRONX?
A ) The mileage of Sonet is 18.4 kmpl in New Delhi & The mileage of FRONX is 20.01 kmpl in New Delhi. Maruti FRONX gives better mileage than Kia Sonet.
*Ex-showroom price in New Delhi