Kia Sonet vs Toyota Urban Cruiser
Sonet Vs Urban Cruiser
| Key Highlights | Kia Sonet | Toyota Urban Cruiser |
|---|---|---|
| On Road Price | Rs.18,36,617* | Rs.18,00,000* (Expected Price) |
| Range (km) | - | - |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Electric |
| Battery Capacity (kWh) | - | - |
| Charging Time | - | - |
Kia Sonet vs Toyota Urban Cruiser comparison
- 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*
Rs15.60 Lakh *VS - VS
- Hyundai Venue
- S Plus Diesel (Diesel) 10.80 Lakh*
- SX Diesel (Diesel) 12.46 Lakh*
- SX DT Diesel (Diesel) 12.61 Lakh*
- SX Opt Diesel (Diesel) 13.38 Lakh*
- SX Opt DT Diesel (Diesel) 13.53 Lakh*
- E (Petrol) 7.94 Lakh*
- E Plus (Petrol) 8.32 Lakh*
- S (Petrol) 9.28 Lakh*
- S Plus (Petrol) 9.53 Lakh*
- S Opt (Petrol) 10 Lakh*
- S Opt Plus (Petrol) 10 Lakh*
- Executive Turbo (Petrol) 10 Lakh*
- S Opt Knight (Petrol) 10.35 Lakh*
- S Opt Plus Adventure (Petrol) 10.37 Lakh*
- Top SellingSX Executive (Petrol) 10.79 Lakh*
- S Opt Turbo (Petrol) 10.84 Lakh*
- SX (Petrol) 11.14 Lakh*
- SX DT (Petrol) 11.29 Lakh*
- SX Adventure (Petrol) 11.30 Lakh*
- SX Adventure DT (Petrol) 11.45 Lakh*
- SX Knight (Petrol) 11.47 Lakh*
- SX Knight DT (Petrol) 11.62 Lakh*
- S Opt Turbo DCT (Petrol) 11.95 Lakh*
- SX Opt Turbo (Petrol) 12.53 Lakh*
- SX Opt Turbo DT (Petrol) 12.68 Lakh*
- SX Opt Knight Turbo (Petrol) 12.74 Lakh*
- SX Opt Knight Turbo DT (Petrol) 12.89 Lakh*
- SX Opt Turbo DCT (Petrol) 13.32 Lakh*
- SX Opt Knight Turbo DCT (Petrol) 13.42 Lakh*
- SX Opt Turbo Adventure DCT (Petrol) 13.47 Lakh*
- SX Opt Turbo DCT DT (Petrol) 13.47 Lakh*
- SX Opt Knight Turbo DCT DT (Petrol) 13.57 Lakh*
- SX Opt Turbo Adventure DCT DT (Petrol) 13.62 Lakh*
Rs13.53 Lakh *
Basic Information
| On-Road Price in New Delhi | Rs.18,36,617* | Rs.18,00,000* (Expected Price) | Rs.15,98,591* |
| Finance Available (EMI) | Rs.35,778/month Get EMI Offers | - | Rs.30,660/month Get EMI Offers |
| Insurance | Rs.59,000 | - | Rs.55,917 |
| User Rating | Based on 167 Reviews | - | Based on 430 Reviews |
| Brochure | Brochure not available | ||
| Running Cost Running cost per km measures the expense of driving your EV per kilometer. Running Cost/Km = (Battery Capacity of EV * Per Unit Electricity Cost ) / Range on full charge. ✕ | - | ₹ 1.50/km | - |
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 ✕ | 1.5L CRDi VGT | Not applicable | 1.5 l U2 |
| Displacement (cc) The displacement of an engine is the total volume of all of the cylinders in the engine. Measured in cubic centimetres (cc) ✕ | 1493 | Not applicable | 1493 |
| 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 | Not applicable | 44 Cylinder Cars |
| Fast Charging Fast charging typically refers to direct current (DC) charging from an EV charge station, and is generally quicker than AC charging. Not all fast chargers are equal, though, and this depends on their rated output. ✕ | Not applicable | No | Not applicable |
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Fuel & Performance
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Electric | Diesel |
| Mileage City (kmpl) | - | - | 18 |
| Mileage Highway (kmpl) | - | - | 20 |
| Mileage ARAI (kmpl) | 19 | - | 24.2 |
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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 |
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Dimensions & Capacity
| Length (mm) The distance from a car's front tip to the farthest point in the back. ✕ | 3995 | 4285 | 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 | 1800 | 1770 |
| 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 | 1640 | 1617 |
| Wheel Base (mm) Distance between the centre of the front and rear wheels. Affects the car’s stability & handling . ✕ | 2500 | 2700 | 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 | - | No |
| Accessory Power Outlet 12V power socket to power your appliances, like phones or tyre inflators. ✕ | Yes | - | 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 | - | Yes |
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Exterior
| Available Colours | Glacier White Pearl Sparkling Silver Pewter Olive Intense Red Aurora Black Pearl +4 MoreSonet Colours | - | Fiery Red Fiery Red With Abyss Black Atlas White Ranger Khaki Titan Grey +1 MoreVenue Colours |
| Body Type | SUVAll SUV Cars | SUVAll SUV 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 | - | 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 | - | Yes |
| Lane Departure Warning | Yes | - | Yes |
| Lane Keep Assist | Yes | - | Yes |
| Driver Attention Warning | Yes | - | 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
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.
Toyota Urban Cruiser
- More sedated design that is bound to have a more universal appeal than the more rugged e Vitara
- The option of two battery packs for more variants and price points
- Reliable safety suite including multiple airbag, ADAS and a 360 degree camera
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
Toyota Urban Cruiser
- Exciting AWD variant sold globally is not expected to make it to India
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