Kia Sonet vs MG Windsor EV

Should you buy Kia Sonet or MG Windsor EV? 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 MG Windsor EV price starts Rs 14 Lakh ex-showroom for Excite (Electric).

Sonet Vs Windsor EV

Key Highlights	Kia Sonet	MG Windsor EV
On Road Price	Rs.17,83,217^*	Rs.16,83,896^*
Range (km)	-	332
Fuel Type	Diesel	Electric
Battery Capacity (kWh)	-	38
Charging Time	-	55 Min-DC-50kW (0-80%)

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Kia Sonet
Rs15.60 Lakh^*
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MG Windsor EV
Rs16 Lakh^*
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Kia Sonet
GTX Plus Diesel AT
15.60 Lakh^*
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MG Windsor EV
Essence
16 Lakh^*
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Basic Information	GTX Plus Diesel AT	Essence
On-Road Price in New Delhi	Rs.17,83,217^*	Rs.16,83,896^*
Finance Available (EMI)	Rs.34,826/month Get EMI Offers	Rs.32,059/month Get EMI Offers
Insurance	Rs.5,900	Rs.68,098
User Rating	4.4 Based on 172 Reviews	4.7 Based on 88 Reviews
Brochure	Download Brochure	Download Brochure
Running Cost	-	₹ 1.14/km

Basic Information

GTX Plus Diesel AT

Essence

On-Road Price in New Delhi

Rs.17,83,217^*

Rs.16,83,896^*

Finance Available (EMI)

Rs.34,826/month

Get EMI Offers

Rs.32,059/month

Get EMI Offers

Insurance

Rs.5,900

Rs.68,098

User Rating

4.4

Based on 172 Reviews

4.7

Based on 88 Reviews

Brochure

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Running Cost

₹ 1.14/km

Engine & Transmission
Engine Type	1.5L CRDi VGT	Not applicable
Displacement (cc)	1493	Not applicable
No. of Cylinders	44 Cylinder Cars	Not applicable
Fast Charging	Not applicable	Yes
Charging Time	Not applicable	55 Min-DC-50kW (0-80%)
Battery Capacity (kWh)	Not applicable	38
Motor Type	Not applicable	Permanent Magnet Synchronous
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	114bhp@4000rpm	134bhp
Max Torque (nm@rpm)	250Nm@1500-2750rpm	200Nm
Valves Per Cylinder	4	Not applicable
Fuel Supply System	CRDi	Not applicable
Turbo Charger	Yes	Not applicable
Range (km)	Not applicable	332 km
Battery Type	Not applicable	Lithium-ion
Charging Time (A.C)	Not applicable	6.5 H-7.4kW (0-100%)
Charging Time (D.C)	Not applicable	55 Min-50kW (0-80%)
Regenerative Braking	Not applicable	Yes
Charging Port	Not applicable	CCS-II
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Gearbox	6-Speed AT	1-Speed
Drive Type	FWD	FWD
Charging Options	Not applicable	3.3 kW AC Wall Box \| 7.4 kW AC Wall Box \| 55 kW DC Fast Charger
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Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

1.5L CRDi VGT

Not applicable

Displacement (cc)

1493

Not applicable

No. of Cylinders

44 Cylinder Cars

Not applicable

Fast Charging

Not applicable

Fuel & Performance
Fuel Type	Diesel	Electric
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)	19	-
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	45	-
Emission Norm Compliance	BS VI 2.0	ZEV

Fuel & Performance

Fuel Type

Diesel

Electric

Mileage ARAI (kmpl)

Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)

Emission Norm Compliance

BS VI 2.0

ZEV

Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Front Suspension	MacPherson Strut suspension	MacPherson Strut suspension
Rear Suspension	Rear twist beam	Rear twist beam
Steering Type	Electric	Electric
Steering Column	Tilt	Tilt & telescopic
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Tyre Size	215/60 R16	215/55 R18
Tyre Type	Radial Tubeless	Tubeless, Radial
Wheel Size (Inch)	No	No
Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)	16	18
Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)	16	18
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension

MacPherson Strut suspension

Rear Suspension

Rear twist beam

Steering Type

Electric

Steering Column

Tilt

Tilt & telescopic

Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)	3995	4295
Width (mm)	1790	2126
Height (mm)	1642	1677
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm)	-	186
Wheel Base (mm)	2500	2700
Seating Capacity	5	5
Boot Space (Litres)	385	604
No. of Doors	5	5
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Comfort & Convenience
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	Yes	Yes
Air Quality Control	Yes	Yes
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Trunk Light	Yes	Yes
Vanity Mirror	-	Yes
Rear Reading Lamp	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Headrest	Adjustable	Adjustable
Adjustable Headrest	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest	Yes	Yes
Rear AC Vents	Yes	Yes
Active Noise Cancellation	No	-
Multifunction Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	Yes
Parking Sensors	Front & Rear	Rear
Real-Time Vehicle Tracking	Yes	Yes
Foldable Rear Seat	60:40 Split	60:40 Split
Engine Start Stop Button	Yes	-
Bottle Holder	Front & Rear Door	Front & Rear Door
Voice Commands	Yes	Yes
Paddle Shifters	Yes	-
USB Charger	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Central Console Armrest	With Storage	With Storage
Hands-Free Tailgate	No	-
Gear Shift Indicator	No	-
Luggage Hook And Net	Yes	-
Battery Saver	Yes	Yes
Additional Features	Assist Grips,Full Size DriverSeatback Pocket,Auto Light Control,Console Lamp (bulb type),Lower Full Size Seatback Pocket (passenger),passenger Seatback Pocket-Upper & Lower (full Size),All Door Power Windows with Illumination,Rear Door Sunshade Curtain, Eco Coating, Sunglass Holder, Rear parcel shelf, Cruise Control with Manual Speed Limit Assist, Auto antiglare (ECM) rear view mirror with Kia Connect controls	Multi-level Reclining Rear Seat,6 Way Power Adjustable,Steering Column Mounted E-shifter,Smart Start System,Quiet Mode
Massage Seats	No	-
Memory Function Seats	No	-
One Touch Operating Power Window	All	All
Autonomous Parking	No	-
Drive Modes	3	-
Idle Start Stop System	Yes	-
Rear Window Sunblind	Yes	-
Rear Windscreen Sunblind	No	-
Drive Mode Types	NORMAL\|ECO\|SPORTS	-
Power Windows	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Cup Holders	-	Front & Rear
Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Steering	Yes	Height & Reach
KeyLess Entry	Yes	Yes
Ventilated Seats	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	Front	-
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps	Yes	Yes
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Comfort & Convenience

Power Steering

Automatic Climate Control

Air Quality Control

Accessory Power Outlet

Interior
Tachometer	Yes	Yes
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel	No	Yes
Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector	No	-
Glove Box	Yes	Yes
Cigarette Lighter	No	-
Folding Table In The Rear	No	-
Dual Tone Dashboard	No	-
Additional Features	Silver Painted Door Handles, Connected Infotainment & Cluster Design - Black High Gloss, Leatherette Wrapped Gear Knob, Leatherette wrapped Door armrest, LED Ambient Sound Lighting, All Black Interiors with Sporty White Inserts, Leatherette wrapped D-cut steering wheel with GT line logo, High gloss black finish AC vents garnish, Sporty Alloy Pedals, Sporty All Black Roof Lining	Knight Black Interiors,Royal Touch Gold Interior Highlights,Leatherette Pack Driver Armrest,Leatherette Pack Dashboard,Door Trims,Inside Rear View Mirror-Auto Diing
Digital Cluster	Yes	Yes
Digital Cluster Size (Inch)	10.25	8.8
Upholstery	Leatherette	Leatherette
Ambient Light Colour	-	256
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Interior

Tachometer

Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel

Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector

Exterior
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Wheel
Headlight
Taillight
Front Left Side
Available Colours	Glacier White PearlSparkling SilverPewter OliveIntense RedAurora Black PearlImperial BlueGlacier White Pearl With Aurora Black PearlGravity GrayIntense Red With Aurora Black Pearl+4 MoreSonet Colours	Pearl WhiteTurquoise GreenStarburst BlackClay BeigeWindsor EV Colours
Body Type	SUVAll SUV Cars	MUVAll MUV Cars
Adjustable Headlamps	-	Yes
Headlamp Washers	No	-
Rain Sensing Wiper	No	Yes
Rear Window Wiper	Yes	-
Rear Window Washer	Yes	-
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	Yes
Wheel Covers	No	No
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Tinted Glass	Yes	-
Rear Spoiler	Yes	-
Sun Roof	Yes	-
Side Stepper	No	-
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators	Yes	Yes
Integrated Antenna	Yes	Yes
Smoke Headlamps	No	-
Projector Headlamps	-	Yes
Halogen Headlamps	No	-
Cornering Headlamps	-	Yes
Roof Rails	Yes	-
LED DRLs	Yes	Yes
LED Headlamps	Yes	Yes
LED Taillights	Yes	Yes
LED Fog Lamps	Yes	Yes
Additional Features	Silver Brake Caliper, Body Color Front & Rear bumper, Side Moulding - Black, Glossy Black Delta garnish, Body colour outside door handle, High Mount Stop Lamp, Crown Jewel LED headlamps, Star Map LED DRLs, Star Map LED Connected Tail Lamps, Sporty Crystal Cut Alloy Wheels, Xclusive Piano Black Outside mirror, Kia Signature Tiger nose grille with Knurled Premium Dark Metallic Surround, Sporty Aero Dynamic Front & Rear Skid Plates with Dark Metallic Accents, Dark Metallic Door garnish, Belt Line Chrome, Glossy Black Roof Rack, Sleek LED Fog lamps	Illuminated Front MG Logo,Flush Door Handles,Glass Antenna,Chrome Finish on Window Beltline,LED Front Reading Lamp,Smart Flush Door Handles
Automatic Headlamps	-	Yes
Fog Lights	Front	Rear
Antenna	Shark Fin	-
Sunroof	Single Pane	Panoramic
Boot Opening	Electronic	Electronic
Heated Outside Rear View Mirror	No	-
Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)	Powered & Folding	Powered & Folding
Tyre Size	215/60 R16	215/55 R18
Tyre Type	Radial Tubeless	Tubeless, Radial
Wheel Size (Inch)	No	No
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Exterior

Photo Comparison

Wheel

Headlight

Taillight

Front Left Side

Available Colours

Glacier White PearlSparkling SilverPewter OliveIntense RedAurora Black Pearl+4 MoreSonet Colours

Pearl WhiteTurquoise GreenStarburst BlackClay BeigeWindsor EV Colours

Body Type

SUVAll SUV Cars

MUVAll MUV Cars

Adjustable Headlamps

Safety
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	Yes
Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	-	Yes
Anti Theft Alarm	Yes	Yes
No. of Airbags	6	6
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag Rear	No	No
Day Night Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Traction Control	Yes	-
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	Yes	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	-
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	Yes	Yes
Rear Camera	With Guidedlines	With Guidedlines
Anti Theft Device	Yes	-
Anti Pinch Power Windows	All Windows	All Windows
Speed Alert	Yes	Yes
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock	Yes	Yes
Knee Airbags	No	-
Isofix Child Seat Mounts	Yes	Yes
Heads-Up Display (HUD)	No	-
Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts	Driver and Passenger	Driver and Passenger
Blind Spot Monitor	Yes	-
Geo Fence Alert	-	Yes
Hill Descent Control	No	Yes
Hill Assist	Yes	Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock	Yes	Yes
360 View Camera	Yes	Yes
Curtain Airbag	Yes	Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)	Yes	Yes
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Safety

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)

Brake Assist

Central Locking

Child Safety Locks

ADAS
Forward Collision Warning	Yes	-
Lane Departure Warning	Yes	-
Lane Keep Assist	Yes	-
Driver Attention Warning	Yes	-
Leading Vehicle Departure Alert	Yes	-
Adaptive High Beam Assist	Yes	-
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ADAS

Forward Collision Warning

Lane Departure Warning

Lane Keep Assist

Driver Attention Warning

Advance Internet
Live Location	Yes	Yes
Engine Start Alarm	-	Yes
Remote Vehicle Status Check	Yes	Yes
Digital Car Key	-	Yes
Inbuilt Assistant	Yes	-
Hinglish Voice Commands	Yes	Yes
Navigation With Live Traffic	Yes	-
Send POI to Vehicle From App	Yes	-
Live Weather	Yes	-
E-Call & I-Call	Yes	Yes
Over the Air (OTA) Updates	Yes	Yes
Google / Alexa Connectivity	Yes	Yes
Save Route/Place	Yes	-
SOS Button	Yes	-
RSA	Yes	-
Smartwatch App	-	Yes
Valet Mode	-	Yes
Remote AC On/Off	Yes	Yes
Remote Door Lock/Unlock	Yes	Yes
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Advance Internet

Live Location

Engine Start Alarm

Remote Vehicle Status Check

Digital Car Key

Entertainment & Communication
Radio	Yes	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	Yes	-
Wireless Phone Charging	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
Wifi Connectivity	-	Yes
Touchscreen	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen Size	10.25	15.6
Connectivity	Android Auto, Apple CarPlay	-
Android Auto	Yes	Yes
Apple Car Play	Yes	Yes
No. of Speakers	4	4
Additional Features	HD Touchscreen Navigation with Wired Android Auto & Apple CarPlay, AI Voice Recognition System, BOSE premium 7 speaker system with dynamic speed compensation, Bluetooth multi connection	-
Usb Ports	Yes	Yes
Inbuilt Apps	-	JioSaavn
Tweeter	2	4
Subwoofer	1	1
Speakers	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
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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.
MG Windsor EV
- Excellent interior layout with quality materials and finish
- Loaded with features including a panoramic glass roof and Infinity-tuned sound system
- Smooth drive experience with plenty of overtaking power
- Ride comfort over bad roads is impressive
- Interior space and practicality is best in segment

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
MG Windsor EV
- Looks will be subjective and not to everyone’s liking
- Practical range is around 240km, which is not enough for this size of car.
- Instrument cluster is too small for the setup.
- Touchscreen and steering integrated controls are not convenient to operate on the go.

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Questions & answers

Q ) Which car is cheaper between Kia Sonet and MG Windsor EV?

A ) Kia Sonet price starts at ₹ 8 Lakh & MG Windsor EV price starts at ₹ 14 Lakh in New Delhi. Kia Sonet is cheaper between these two cars.

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