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Kia Sonet vs Volkswagen Taigun

Should you buy Kia Sonet or Volkswagen Taigun? 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 Volkswagen Taigun price starts Rs 11.70 Lakh ex-showroom for 1.0 Comfortline (Petrol). Sonet has 1493 cc (Diesel top model) engine, while Taigun has 1498 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 Taigun has a mileage of 19.87 kmpl (Petrol top model).

Sonet Vs Taigun

Key HighlightsKia SonetVolkswagen Taigun
On Road PriceRs.17,16,200*Rs.22,85,667*
Fuel TypePetrolPetrol
Engine(cc)9981498
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
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Kia Sonet vs Volkswagen Taigun comparison

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        Kia Sonet
        Kia Sonet
        Rs14.92 Lakh*
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            Volkswagen Taigun
            Volkswagen Taigun
            Rs19.74 Lakh*
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          • X-line Turbo DCT
            rs8 - 15.77 Lakh*
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          • 1.5 GT Plus Sports DSG
            rs11.70 - 19.74 Lakh*
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          Basic Information
          On-Road Price in New Delhi
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          Rs.17,16,200*
          Rs.22,85,667*
          Finance Available (EMI)
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          Rs.32,658/month
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          Rs.43,718/month
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          Insurance
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          Rs.60,191
          Rs.87,838
          User Rating
          4.3
          Based on 129 Reviews
          4.3
          Based on 234 Reviews
          Brochure
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          Engine & Transmission
          Engine Type
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          Smartstream G1.0 TGDi
          1.5L TSI EVO with ACT
          Displacement (cc)
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          998
          1498
          No. of Cylinders
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          Max Power (bhp@rpm)
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          118bhp@6000rpm
          147.94bhp@5000-6000rpm
          Max Torque (nm@rpm)
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          172Nm@1500-4000rpm
          250Nm@1600-3500rpm
          Valves Per Cylinder
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          4
          4
          Fuel Supply System
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          GDi
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          Turbo Charger
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          YesYes
          Transmission Type
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          Automatic
          Automatic
          Gearbox
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          7-Speed DCT
          7-Speed DSG
          Drive Type
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          FWD
          Fuel & Performance
          Fuel Type
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          Petrol
          Petrol
          Mileage ARAI (kmpl)
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          18.4
          19.01
          Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)
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          45
          50
          Emission Norm Compliance
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          BS VI 2.0
          BS VI 2.0
          Suspension, Steering & Brakes
          Front Suspension
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          MacPherson Strut suspension
          MacPherson Strut suspension
          Rear Suspension
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          Rear twist beam
          Rear twist beam
          Steering Type
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          Electric
          Electric
          Steering Column
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          Tilt
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          Turning Radius (Metres)
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          5.05
          Front Brake Type
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          Disc
          Disc
          Rear Brake Type
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          Disc
          Drum
          Tyre Size
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          215/60 R16
          205/55 R17
          Tyre Type
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          Radial Tubeless
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          Wheel Size (Inch)
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          No
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          Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)
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          16
          17
          Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)
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          16
          17
          Dimensions & Capacity
          Length (mm)
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          3995
          4221
          Width (mm)
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          1790
          1760
          Height (mm)
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          1642
          1612
          Ground Clearance Unladen (mm)
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          188
          Wheel Base (mm)
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          2500
          2651
          Front Tread (mm)
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          1531
          Rear Tread (mm)
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          1516
          Kerb Weight (kg)
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          1314
          Grossweight (kg)
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          1700
          Seating Capacity
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          5
          5
          Boot Space (Litres)
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          385
          385
          No. of Doors
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          5
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          Comfort & Convenience
          Power Steering
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          YesYes
          Automatic Climate Control
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          Yes
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          Air Quality Control
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          Yes
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          Accessory Power Outlet
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          Yes
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          Trunk Light
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          Yes
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          Rear Reading Lamp
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          YesYes
          Rear Seat Headrest
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          Adjustable
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          Adjustable Headrest
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          Yes
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          Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
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          Yes
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          Rear AC Vents
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          Yes
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          Active Noise Cancellation
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          No
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          Multifunction Steering Wheel
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          Yes
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          Cruise Control
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          Yes
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          Parking Sensors
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          Front & Rear
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          Real-Time Vehicle Tracking
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          Yes
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          Foldable Rear Seat
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          60:40 Split
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          Engine Start Stop Button
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          YesNo
          Bottle Holder
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          Front & Rear Door
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          Voice Commands
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          Yes
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          Paddle Shifters
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          Yes
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          USB Charger
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          Front & Rear
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          Central Console Armrest
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          With Storage
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          Hands-Free Tailgate
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          No
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          Gear Shift Indicator
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          No
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          Luggage Hook And Net
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          Yes
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          Battery Saver
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          Yes
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          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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          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
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          Autonomous Parking
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          No
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          Drive Modes
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          3
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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
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          Drive Mode Types
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          NORMAL|ECO|SPORTS
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          Power Windows
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          Front & Rear
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          Air Conditioner
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          Yes
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          Heater
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          Yes
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          Adjustable Steering
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          Yes
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          KeyLess Entry
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          YesYes
          Ventilated Seats
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          Yes
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          Height Adjustable Driver Seat
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          Yes
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          Electric Adjustable Seats
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          Front
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          Automatic Headlamps
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          YesYes
          Follow Me Home Headlamps
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          YesYes
          Interior
          Tachometer
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          Yes
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          Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
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          No
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          Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector
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          No
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          Glove Box
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          Yes
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          Cigarette Lighter
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          No
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          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
          Black leatherette seat upholstery with Red stitching,Black headliner,New Glossy black dashboard decor,Sport Steering wheel with Red stitching,Embroidered GT logo on front seat back rest,Black styled grab handles, sunvisor,Alu pedals
          Digital Cluster
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          Yes
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          Digital Cluster Size (Inch)
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          10.25
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          Upholstery
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          Leatherette
          Leatherette
          Exterior
          Available Colors
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          Glacier White PearlSparkling SilverPewter OliveIntense RedAurora Black PearlImperial BlueGlacier White Pearl With Aurora Black PearlIntense Red With Aurora Black Pearl+3 MoreSonet ColorsLava BlueCarbon Steel Grey MatteCurcuma YellowDeep Black PearlRising BlueReflex SilverCarban Steel GreyCandy WhiteWild Cherry Red+4 MoreTaigun Colors
          Body Type
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          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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          Yes
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          Rear Window Washer
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          Yes
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          Rear Window Defogger
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          Yes
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          Wheel Covers
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          No
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          Alloy Wheels
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          YesYes
          Tinted Glass
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          Yes
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          Rear Spoiler
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          Yes
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          Sun Roof
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          Yes
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          Side Stepper
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          No
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          Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators
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          Yes
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          Integrated Antenna
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          Yes
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          Smoke Headlamps
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          No
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          Halogen Headlamps
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          No
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          Roof Rails
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          YesYes
          LED DRLs
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          Yes
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          LED Headlamps
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          YesYes
          LED Taillights
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          Yes
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          LED Fog Lamps
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          Yes
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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
          Black glossy front grille, Signature Trapezoidal wing and diffuser,Darkened LED head lamps,Carbon Steel Grey roof,Red GT branding on the grille, fender and rear,Black roof rails, door mirror housing and window bar,Dark Chrome door handles,R17 ‘Cassino’ black alloy wheels,Red painted brake calipers in front,Black fender badges,Rear Signature Trapezoidal wing and diffuser in Black
          Fog Lights
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          Front
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          Antenna
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          Shark Fin
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          Sunroof
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          Single Pane
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          Boot Opening
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          Electronic
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          Heated Outside Rear View Mirror
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          No
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          Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)
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          Powered & Folding
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          Tyre Size
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          215/60 R16
          205/55 R17
          Tyre Type
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          Radial Tubeless
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          Wheel Size (Inch)
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          No
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          Safety
          Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
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          YesYes
          Brake Assist
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          YesYes
          Central Locking
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          YesYes
          Child Safety Locks
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          Yes
          Anti Theft Alarm
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          YesYes
          No. of Airbags
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          6
          6
          Driver Airbag
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          YesYes
          Passenger Airbag
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          YesYes
          Side Airbag
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          YesYes
          Side Airbag Rear
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          No
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          Day Night Rear View Mirror
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          YesYes
          Seat Belt Warning
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          YesYes
          Door Ajar Warning
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          YesYes
          Traction Control
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          YesYes
          Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
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          YesYes
          Engine Immobilizer
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          YesYes
          Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
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          YesYes
          Rear Camera
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          With Guidedlines
          With Guidedlines
          Anti Theft Device
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          YesYes
          Anti Pinch Power Windows
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          All Windows
          Driver and Passenger
          Speed Alert
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          YesYes
          Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
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          YesYes
          Knee Airbags
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          No
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          Isofix Child Seat Mounts
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          YesYes
          Heads-Up Display (HUD)
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          No
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          Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts
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          Driver and Passenger
          Driver and Passenger
          Sos Emergency Assistance
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          Yes
          Blind Spot Monitor
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          Yes
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          Hill Descent Control
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          No
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          Hill Assist
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          YesYes
          Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
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          YesYes
          360 View Camera
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          Yes
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          Curtain Airbag
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          YesYes
          Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)
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          YesYes
          Global NCAP Safety Rating (Star )
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          5
          Global NCAP Child Safety Rating (Star )
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          5
          ADAS
          Forward Collision Warning
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          Yes
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          Lane Departure Warning
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          Yes
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          Lane Keep Assist
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          Yes
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          Driver Attention Warning
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          Yes
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          Leading Vehicle Departure Alert
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          Yes
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          Adaptive High Beam Assist
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          Yes
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          Advance Internet
          Live Location
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          Yes
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          Remote Vehicle Status Check
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          Yes
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          Inbuilt Assistant
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          Yes
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          Hinglish Voice Commands
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          Yes
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          Navigation With Live Traffic
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          Yes
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          Send POI to Vehicle From App
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          Yes
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          Live Weather
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          Yes
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          E-Call & I-Call
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          Yes
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          Over the Air (OTA) Updates
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          Yes
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          Google / Alexa Connectivity
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          Yes
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          Save Route/Place
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          Yes
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          SOS Button
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          Yes
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          RSA
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          Yes
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          Remote AC On/Off
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          Yes
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          Remote Door Lock/Unlock
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          Yes
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          Entertainment & Communication
          Radio
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          Yes
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          Integrated 2DIN Audio
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          Yes
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          Wireless Phone Charging
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          Yes
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          Bluetooth Connectivity
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          Yes
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          Touchscreen
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          Yes
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          Touchscreen Size
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          10.25
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          Connectivity
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          Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
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          Android Auto
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          Yes
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          Apple Car Play
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          Yes
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          No. of Speakers
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          4
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          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
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          Usb Ports
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          Yes
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          Tweeter
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          2
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          Subwoofer
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          1
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          Speakers
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          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.

            Volkswagen Taigun

            • Classy Volkswagen family SUV look
            • Punchy and refined 1.5-litre TSi engine
            • Impressive infotainment experience
            • Fun to drive
            • Automatic transmission with both engine options.
          • 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

            Volkswagen Taigun

            • Sitting three people at the back is a squeeze
            • Fit and finish levels are not as good as the Vento
            • GT Line gets less features as compared to the Highline
            • No diesel engine option

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          Questions & answers

          Q ) Which car is cheaper between Kia Sonet and Volkswagen Taigun?
          A ) Kia Sonet price starts at ₹ 8 Lakh & Volkswagen Taigun price starts at ₹ 11.70 Lakh in New Delhi. Kia Sonet is cheaper between these two cars.
          Q ) Which car has good mileage Kia Sonet and Volkswagen Taigun?
          A ) The mileage of Sonet is 18.4 kmpl in New Delhi & The mileage of Taigun is 19.01 kmpl in New Delhi. Volkswagen Taigun gives better mileage than Kia Sonet.
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