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Kia Sonet vs Nissan Magnite

Should you buy Kia Sonet or Nissan Magnite? 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 Nissan Magnite price starts Rs 5.99 Lakh ex-showroom for Visia (Petrol). Sonet has 1493 cc (Diesel top model) engine, while Magnite has 999 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 Magnite has a mileage of 19.9 kmpl (Petrol top model).

Sonet Vs Magnite

Key HighlightsKia SonetNissan Magnite
On Road PriceRs.17,16,200*Rs.13,24,706*
Fuel TypePetrolPetrol
Engine(cc)998999
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
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Kia Sonet vs Nissan Magnite comparison

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        Kia Sonet
        Kia Sonet
        Rs14.92 Lakh*
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            Nissan Magnite
            Rs11.50 Lakh*
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              Basic Information
              On-Road Price in New Delhi
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              Rs.17,16,200*
              Rs.13,24,706*
              Rs.13,03,441*
              Finance Available (EMI)
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              Rs.32,658/month
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              Rs.25,224/month
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              Rs.25,861/month
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              Insurance
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              Rs.60,191
              Rs.48,206
              Rs.50,092
              User Rating
              4.4
              Based on 119 Reviews
              4.4
              Based on 63 Reviews
              4.2
              Based on 481 Reviews
              Brochure
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              Engine & Transmission
              Engine Type
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              Smartstream G1.0 TGDi
              1.0 HRA0 TURBO
              1.0L Turbo
              Displacement (cc)
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              998
              999
              999
              No. of Cylinders
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              Max Power (bhp@rpm)
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              118bhp@6000rpm
              99bhp@5000rpm
              98.63bhp@5000rpm
              Max Torque (nm@rpm)
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              172Nm@1500-4000rpm
              152Nm@2200-4400rpm
              152Nm@2200-4400rpm
              Valves Per Cylinder
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              4
              4
              4
              Fuel Supply System
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              GDi
              -
              MPFi
              Turbo Charger
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              YesYesYes
              Transmission Type
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              Automatic
              Automatic
              Automatic
              Gearbox
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              7-Speed DCT
              CVT
              CVT
              Drive Type
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              FWD
              FWD
              Fuel & Performance
              Fuel Type
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              Petrol
              Petrol
              Petrol
              Mileage City (kmpl)
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              14
              Mileage Highway (kmpl)
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              17
              Mileage ARAI (kmpl)
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              18.4
              17.9
              18.24
              Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)
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              45
              40
              40
              Emission Norm Compliance
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              BS VI 2.0
              BS VI 2.0
              BS VI 2.0
              Suspension, Steering & Brakes
              Front Suspension
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              MacPherson Strut suspension
              MacPherson Strut suspension
              MacPherson Strut suspension
              Rear Suspension
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              Rear twist beam
              Rear twist beam
              Rear twist beam
              Shock Absorbers Type
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              Double Acting
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              Steering Type
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              Electric
              Electric
              Electric
              Steering Column
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              Tilt
              Tilt
              Tilt
              Turning Radius (Metres)
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              -
              5
              -
              Front Brake Type
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              Disc
              Disc
              Disc
              Rear Brake Type
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              Disc
              Drum
              Drum
              Tyre Size
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              215/60 R16
              195/60 R16
              195/60
              Tyre Type
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              Radial Tubeless
              Tubeless Radial
              Radial Tubeless
              Wheel Size (Inch)
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              NoNo
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              Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)
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              16
              16
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              Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)
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              16
              16
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              Boot Space Rear Seat Folding
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              690 Litres
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              Dimensions & Capacity
              Length (mm)
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              3995
              3994
              3991
              Width (mm)
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              1790
              1758
              1750
              Height (mm)
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              1642
              1572
              1605
              Ground Clearance Unladen (mm)
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              205
              205
              Wheel Base (mm)
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              2500
              2500
              2500
              Front Tread (mm)
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              -
              -
              1536
              Rear Tread (mm)
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              -
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              1535
              Kerb Weight (kg)
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              1103
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              Grossweight (kg)
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              1486
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              Seating Capacity
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              5
              5
              5
              Boot Space (Litres)
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              385
              336
              405
              No. of Doors
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              5
              5
              5
              Comfort & Convenience
              Power Steering
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              YesYesYes
              Automatic Climate Control
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              YesYesYes
              Air Quality Control
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              YesYes
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              Accessory Power Outlet
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              YesYesYes
              Trunk Light
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              YesYes
              -
              Vanity Mirror
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              -
              -
              Yes
              Rear Reading Lamp
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              YesYesYes
              Rear Seat Headrest
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              Adjustable
              Adjustable
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              Adjustable Headrest
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              YesYesYes
              Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
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              YesYesYes
              Rear AC Vents
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              YesYesYes
              Active Noise Cancellation
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              No
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              -
              Multifunction Steering Wheel
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              YesYesYes
              Cruise Control
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              YesYesYes
              Parking Sensors
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              Front & Rear
              Rear
              Rear
              Real-Time Vehicle Tracking
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              Yes
              -
              -
              Foldable Rear Seat
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              60:40 Split
              60:40 Split
              60:40 Split
              Smart Access Card Entry
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              -
              -
              Yes
              Engine Start Stop Button
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              YesYesYes
              Cooled Glovebox
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              YesYes
              Bottle Holder
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              Front & Rear Door
              Front & Rear Door
              Front & Rear Door
              Voice Commands
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              YesYes
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              Paddle Shifters
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              Yes
              -
              -
              USB Charger
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              Front & Rear
              Front & Rear
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              Central Console Armrest
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              With Storage
              With Storage
              With Storage
              Hands-Free Tailgate
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              NoNo
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              Gear Shift Indicator
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              No
              -
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              Luggage Hook And Net
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              YesYes
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              Battery Saver
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              Yes
              -
              -
              Additional Features
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              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
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              PM2.5 clean air filter (advanced atmospheric particulate filter),Dual tone horn,Intermittent position on front wipers,Rear parcel shelf,Front seat back pocket – passenger,Upper glove box,Vanity mirror - passenger side,Multi-sense driving modes & rotary coand on centre console,Interior ambient illumination with control switch
              Massage Seats
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              No
              -
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              Memory Function Seats
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              No
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              One Touch Operating Power Window
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              All
              Driver's Window
              Driver's Window
              Autonomous Parking
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              No
              -
              -
              Drive Modes
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              3
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              -
              Glove Box Light
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              Yes
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              Idle Start Stop System
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              Yes
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              Rear Window Sunblind
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              Yes
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              Rear Windscreen Sunblind
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              No
              -
              -
              Drive Mode Types
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              NORMAL|ECO|SPORTS
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              -
              Power Windows
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              Front & Rear
              Front & Rear
              Front & Rear
              Cup Holders
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              Front & Rear
              Front & Rear
              Air Conditioner
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              YesYesYes
              Heater
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              YesYesYes
              Adjustable Steering
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              Yes
              Height only
              Yes
              KeyLess Entry
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              YesYesYes
              Ventilated Seats
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              Yes
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              Height Adjustable Driver Seat
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              YesYesYes
              Electric Adjustable Seats
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              Front
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              -
              Automatic Headlamps
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              YesYes
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              Follow Me Home Headlamps
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              Yes
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              Interior
              Tachometer
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              YesYesYes
              Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
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              NoYes
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              Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector
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              No
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              Glove Box
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              YesYesYes
              Cigarette Lighter
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              No
              -
              -
              Folding Table In The Rear
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              No
              -
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              Dual Tone Dashboard
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              Yes
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              -
              Additional Features
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              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 Xclusive Sage Green Inserts, Leatherette wrapped D-cut steering wheel with Sonet logo, High gloss black finish AC vents garnish, Sporty Alloy Pedals, Sporty All Black Roof Lining
              Interior Ambience - Stylish Black,Bolder Honeycomb Grille with Dual Tone Finish,Door Armrest with Fabric Cushion,Body Coloured Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM),leatherette Wrapped Dashboard with Gloss Black Finisher,,Premium Door Fabric Insert with Double Stitching,Electronic Bezel-Less Auto Diing IRVM,Eco Scoring & Eco Coaching,Rear Parcel Tray,Plasma Cluster Ioniser,Brownish Orange Leatherette Wrapped Dashboard,Brownish Orange Leatherette Door Insert,Premium MODURE Leatherette Quilted Seats with Heat Guard Tech,Front Armrest with Storage and Brownish Orange Leatherette Wrapping,Continuous Multi Colour Ambient Light with Memory Function
              Liquid chrome upper panel strip & piano black door panels,Mystery black interior door handles,Liquid chrome gear box bottom inserts,Chrome knob on centre & side air vents,3-spoke steering wheel with leather insert and red stitching,Quilted embossed seat upholstery with red stitching,Red fade dashboard accent,Mystery black high centre console with armrest & closed storage,17.78 cm multi-skin drive mode cluster
              Digital Cluster
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              YesYesYes
              Digital Cluster Size (Inch)
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              10.25
              7
              7
              Upholstery
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              Leatherette
              Fabric
              Leatherette
              Exterior
              Available Colors
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              Glacier White PearlSparkling SilverPewter OliveIntense RedAurora Black PearlImperial BlueGlacier White Pearl With Aurora Black PearlGravity GrayIntense Red With Aurora Black Pearl+4 MoreSonet ColorsCopper OrangeFlare Garnet RedVivid Blue & Onyx BlackBlade SilverPearl White With Onyx BlackMagnite ColorsIce Cool WhiteKiger Colors
              Body Type
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              Adjustable Headlamps
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              Yes
              -
              Headlamp Washers
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              No
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              Rain Sensing Wiper
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              No
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              Rear Window Wiper
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              YesYesYes
              Rear Window Washer
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              YesYesYes
              Rear Window Defogger
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              YesYesYes
              Wheel Covers
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              NoNoNo
              Alloy Wheels
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              YesYesYes
              Tinted Glass
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              Yes
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              -
              Rear Spoiler
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              YesYesYes
              Sun Roof
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              Yes
              -
              -
              Side Stepper
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              No
              -
              -
              Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators
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              YesYesYes
              Integrated Antenna
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              Yes
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              Yes
              Chrome Grille
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              -
              -
              Yes
              Smoke Headlamps
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              No
              -
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              Projector Headlamps
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              Yes
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              Halogen Headlamps
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              NoNo
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              Roof Rails
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              YesYesYes
              LED DRLs
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              YesYesYes
              LED Headlamps
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              YesYesYes
              LED Taillights
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              YesYesYes
              LED Fog Lamps
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              YesYes
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              Additional Features
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              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 Xclusive Black High Gloss Surround, Xclusive Sporty Aero DynamicFront & Rear Skid Plates with black high glossy accents, Black High Glossy Door garnish, Glossy Black Roof Rack, Sleek LED Fog lamps, Xclusive Black High Glossy Fog Lamp cover
              Chrome Finish Outside Door Handles,Bold New Skid Plates,Dual Horn,3D Honeycomb Gradient LED Tail Lamp,Premium Chrome Belt-line
              C-shaped signature LED tail lamps,Mystery black ORVMs,Sporty rear spoiler,Satin silver roof rails,Mystery black door handles,Front grille chrome accent,Silver rear SUV skid plate,Satin silver roof bars (50 load carrying capacity),Tri-octa LED pure vision headlamps,Mystery black & chrome trim fender accentuator,Tailgate chrome inserts,Front skid plate,Turbo door decals,40.64 cm diamond cut alloys with red wheel caps
              Fog Lights
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              Front
              Front
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              Antenna
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              Shark Fin
              Shark Fin
              Shark Fin
              Sunroof
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              Single Pane
              -
              -
              Boot Opening
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              Electronic
              Manual
              Electronic
              Heated Outside Rear View Mirror
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              No
              -
              -
              Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)
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              Powered & Folding
              Powered & Folding
              Powered & Folding
              Tyre Size
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              215/60 R16
              195/60 R16
              195/60
              Tyre Type
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              Radial Tubeless
              Tubeless Radial
              Radial Tubeless
              Wheel Size (Inch)
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              NoNo
              -
              Safety
              Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
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              YesYesYes
              Brake Assist
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              YesYes
              -
              Central Locking
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              YesYesYes
              Child Safety Locks
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              YesYes
              Anti Theft Alarm
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              YesYes
              -
              No. of Airbags
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              6
              6
              4
              Driver Airbag
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              YesYesYes
              Passenger Airbag
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              YesYesYes
              Side Airbag
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              YesYesYes
              Side Airbag Rear
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              NoNoNo
              Day Night Rear View Mirror
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              YesYesYes
              Seat Belt Warning
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              YesYesYes
              Door Ajar Warning
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              YesYesYes
              Traction Control
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              YesYesYes
              Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
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              YesYesYes
              Engine Immobilizer
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              YesYesYes
              Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
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              Yes
              -
              Yes
              Rear Camera
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              With Guidedlines
              With Guidedlines
              With Guidedlines
              Anti Theft Device
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              YesYes
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              Anti Pinch Power Windows
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              All Windows
              Driver's Window
              Driver
              Speed Alert
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              YesYesYes
              Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
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              YesYesYes
              Knee Airbags
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              No
              -
              -
              Isofix Child Seat Mounts
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              YesYesYes
              Heads-Up Display (HUD)
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              No
              -
              -
              Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts
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              Driver and Passenger
              Driver and Passenger
              Driver
              Blind Spot Monitor
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              Yes
              -
              -
              Hill Descent Control
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              No
              -
              -
              Hill Assist
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              YesYesYes
              Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
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              YesYesYes
              360 View Camera
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              YesYes
              -
              Curtain Airbag
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              YesYes
              -
              Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)
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              YesYesYes
              ADAS
              Forward Collision Warning
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              Yes
              -
              -
              Lane Departure Warning
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              Yes
              -
              -
              Lane Keep Assist
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              Yes
              -
              -
              Driver Attention Warning
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              Yes
              -
              -
              Leading Vehicle Departure Alert
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              Yes
              -
              -
              Adaptive High Beam Assist
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              Yes
              -
              -
              Advance Internet
              Live Location
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              Yes
              -
              -
              Remote Vehicle Status Check
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              Yes
              -
              -
              Inbuilt Assistant
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              Yes
              -
              -
              Hinglish Voice Commands
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              Yes
              -
              -
              Navigation With Live Traffic
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              Yes
              -
              -
              Send POI to Vehicle From App
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              Yes
              -
              -
              Live Weather
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              Yes
              -
              -
              E-Call & I-Call
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              Yes
              -
              -
              Over the Air (OTA) Updates
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              Yes
              -
              -
              Google / Alexa Connectivity
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              Yes
              -
              -
              Save Route/Place
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              Yes
              -
              -
              SOS Button
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              Yes
              -
              -
              RSA
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              Yes
              -
              -
              Remote AC On/Off
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              Yes
              -
              -
              Remote Door Lock/Unlock
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              Yes
              -
              -
              Remote Vehicle Ignition Start/Stop
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              -
              Yes
              -
              Entertainment & Communication
              Radio
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              YesYesYes
              Integrated 2DIN Audio
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              Yes
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              No
              Wireless Phone Charging
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              YesNoYes
              Bluetooth Connectivity
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              YesYesYes
              Wifi Connectivity
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              -
              Yes
              -
              Touchscreen
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              YesYesYes
              Touchscreen Size
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              10.25
              8
              8
              Connectivity
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              Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
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              Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
              Android Auto
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              YesYesYes
              Apple Car Play
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              YesYesYes
              No. of Speakers
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              4
              4
              4
              Additional Features
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              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
              3D sound by ARKAMYS
              20.32 cm display link floating touchscreen,Wireless smartphone replication,3D sound by ARKAMYS,2 tweeters
              Usb Ports
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              YesYesYes
              Tweeter
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              2
              2
              2
              Subwoofer
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              1
              -
              -
              Speakers
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              Front & Rear
              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.

                Nissan Magnite

                • Use of soft touch leatherette padding on all touch points makes the cabin feel a lot more premium
                • Safety kit has been improved by the availability of 6 airbags from the base-spec variant
                • It has one of the best performing CVTs under Rs 10 lakh
                • In its segment, it has one of the most spacious rear seats
                • Use of soft touch leatherette padding on all touch points makes the cabin feel a lot more premium
                • Safety kit has been improved by the availability of 6 airbags from the base-spec variant
                • It has one of the best performing CVTs under Rs 10 lakh
                • In its segment, it has one of the most spacious rear seats
              • 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

                Nissan Magnite

                • Turbo-petrol engine is not so refined which results in vibrations that can be felt in the footwell, on the steering wheel, and on the seats
                • While the leatherette padding makes the cabin feel more premium, the flimsy AC knobs, and panel gaps have a negative impact on the overall cabin experience
                • The feature list still feels pretty small and no major additions were made with the facelift
                • The 360-degree camera has a grainy feed which is very hard to see in low light conditions
                • Turbo-petrol engine is not so refined which results in vibrations that can be felt in the footwell, on the steering wheel, and on the seats
                • While the leatherette padding makes the cabin feel more premium, the flimsy AC knobs, and panel gaps have a negative impact on the overall cabin experience
                • The feature list still feels pretty small and no major additions were made with the facelift
                • The 360-degree camera has a grainy feed which is very hard to see in low light conditions

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              Questions & answers

              Q ) Which car is cheaper between Kia Sonet and Nissan Magnite?
              A ) Kia Sonet price starts at ₹ 8 Lakh & Nissan Magnite price starts at ₹ 5.99 Lakh in New Delhi. Nissan Magnite is cheaper between these two cars.
              Q ) Which car has good mileage Kia Sonet and Nissan Magnite?
              A ) The mileage of Sonet is 18.4 kmpl in New Delhi & The mileage of Magnite is 17.9 kmpl in New Delhi. Kia Sonet gives better mileage than Nissan Magnite.
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