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Kia Sonet specs & features

Engine998 cc - 1493 cc
Power81.8 - 118 bhp
Torque115 Nm - 250 Nm
Seating Capacity5
Drive TypeFWD
Mileage18.4 - 24.1 kmpl
  • Automatic Climate Control
  • Rear AC Vents
  • Parking Sensors
  • Wireless Charger
  • Advanced Internet Features
  • Sunroof
  • Powered Front Seats
  • Ventilated Seats
  • Height Adjustable Driver Seat
  • Drive Modes
  • Cruise Control
  • Air Purifier
  • 360 Degree Camera
  • ADAS
  • Kia Sonet ADAS with front collision avoidance assist, front collision warning, lane keep assist and lane departure warning.

    ADAS with front collision avoidance assist, front collision warning, lane keep assist and lane departure warning.

  • Kia Sonet Digital driver’s display

    Digital driver’s display

  • Kia Sonet 360-degree camera

    360-degree camera

  • Kia Sonet 4-way powered driver seat

    4-way powered driver seat

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  • Top Features
  • Stand Out Features
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Kia Sonet latest updates

What is the latest update on the Kia Sonet?

A new Gravity edition, based on the mid-spec HTK Plus variant, has been launched. Prices start from Rs 10.50 lakh to Rs 12 lakh (ex-showroom). The Gravity Edition brings in some new design elements and features to the HTK Plus’s offering, including a dashcam and a wireless phone charger.


How much is the Sonet’s price?

It is priced from Rs 8 lakh for the base HTE petrol-manual variant and goes all the way up to Rs 15.77 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi) for the top-spec X-Line diesel-AT variant. The prices of the diesel variant range from Rs 9.80 lakh for the HTE manual variant and go up to Rs 15.77 lakh for the X-line variant with 6-speed automatic transmission.


How many variants are there in the Sonet?

The Kia Sonet is offered in eleven broad variants: HTE, HTE (O), HTK, HTK (O), HTK+, HTX, HTX+, GTX, GTX+, and X-Line. There’s also a new Gravity edition based on the HTK Plus trim that is available with multiple engine-gearbox options.


Which is the most value for money variant? 

The HTK+ is the most value for money variant, with multiple engine and transmission options on offer. It also gets all the creature comforts such as an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system, a sunroof, keyless entry, rear defogger, 6 speakers and more. 


What features does the Sonet get? 

The higher variants of the Sonet get features such as a 10.25-inch infotainment system, a 10.25-inch fully digital driver’s display, a 7-speaker Bose sound system, ventilated front seats, connected car tech, sunroof, cruise control, and keyless entry with push-button start/stop. 

In terms of safety, it gets six airbags, a 360-degree camera, ABS with EBD, front and rear parking sensors, electronic stability control, a tyre pressure monitoring system, and Level 1 advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS).

How spacious is it? 

The Kia Sonet is spacious enough for small families but there are alternatives for a similar price (like the Tata Nexon or Mahindra XUV 3XO) that offer better rear seat space. The Sonet offers 385 litres of boot space which can easily fit a full-sized suitcase, a medium-sized suitcase along with a trolley bag or some small bags. The rear seat can also split 60:40. Head over to our review, to get a better idea of the Sonet’s space and practicality. 


What engine and transmission options are available? 

The 2024 Kia Sonet is available in 3 engine options. The options are: 

  • 1.2-litre 4-cylinder petrol - 5-speed manual transmission 

Output- 83 PS and 115 Nm

  • 1-litre 3-cylinder turbocharged petrol - 6-speed clutch-pedal less manual (iMT) or 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission (DCT)

 Output- 120 PS and 172 Nm

  • 1.5-litre 4-cylinder turbocharged diesel - 6-speed manual, 6-speed clutch(pedal)-less manual (iMT) or 6-speed automatic

Output- 116 PS and 250 Nm


What’s the mileage of Sonet?

The claimed fuel efficiency depends on the variant and powertrain you opt for. Here is a look at the variant-wise claimed mileage: 

  • 1.2-litre NA Petrol MT - 18.83 kmpl

  • 1-litre Turbo-petrol iMT - 18.7 kmpl

  • 1-litre Turbo-petrol DCT - 19.2 kmpl

  • 1.5-litre Diesel MT - 22.3 kmpl

  • 1.5-litre Diesel AT - 18.6 kmpl


How safe is the Sonet?

The Sonet’s safety kit includes Level 1 advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), including lane-keep assist, forward collision warning, and blind spot monitoring, 6 airbags (as standard), a 360-degree camera, all-wheel disc brakes, front and rear parking sensors, and a tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS). 

The crash safety test of the Sonet is yet to be conducted. 


How many colour options are there? 

The Sonet is available in 8 monotone colours, including Imperial Blue, Pewter Olive, Glacier White Pearl, Sparkling Silver, Intense Red, Aurora Black Pearl, Gravity Grey, and Matte Graphite. Dual-tone colour includes an Intense Red colour with an Aurora Black Pearl roof, and a Glacier White Pearl colour with an Aurora Black Pearl roof. The X Line variant gets an Aurora Black Pearl and an Xclusive Matte Graphite colour. The Gravity Edition is available in Pearl White, Aurora Black Pearl, and Matte Graphite colour options.


Should you buy the Sonet?

Yes, if you are in the market for a subcompact SUV that offers a well-rounded features package with multiple powertrain options and a host of features, the Sonet would make a good buy. It also feels very premium inside delivering better cabin quality than some SUVs from a segment-above.  


What are my alternatives? 

The Kia Sonet is placed in a segment where there are several options available. These options include sub-4 metre SUVs like the Hyundai Venue, Mahindra XUV 3XO, Tata Nexon, Maruti Fronx, Toyota Taisor and Maruti Brezza.

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Kia Sonet price

Kia Sonet price starts at ₹ 8 Lakh and top model price goes upto ₹ 15.77 Lakh. Sonet is offered in 29 variants - the base model of Sonet is HTE and the top model Kia Sonet X-line Diesel AT.

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Sonet HTE(Base Model)1197 cc, Manual, Petrol, 18.4 kmpl2 months waitingRs.8 Lakh*
Sonet HTE (O)1197 cc, Manual, Petrol, 18.4 kmpl2 months waitingRs.8.32 Lakh*
Sonet HTK1197 cc, Manual, Petrol, 18.4 kmpl2 months waitingRs.9.03 Lakh*
Sonet HTK (O)1197 cc, Manual, Petrol, 18.4 kmpl2 months waitingRs.9.39 Lakh*
Sonet HTK Turbo iMT998 cc, Manual, Petrol, 18.4 kmpl2 months waitingRs.9.63 Lakh*
Sonet HTE Diesel1493 cc, Manual, Diesel, 24.1 kmpl2 months waitingRs.9.80 Lakh*
Sonet HTE (O) Diesel1493 cc, Manual, Diesel, 24.1 kmpl2 months waitingRs.10 Lakh*
Sonet HTK Plus
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1197 cc, Manual, Petrol, 18.4 kmpl2 months waiting
Rs.10.12 Lakh*
Sonet Gravity1197 cc, Manual, Petrol, 18.4 kmpl2 months waitingRs.10.50 Lakh*
Sonet HTK Diesel1493 cc, Manual, Diesel, 24.1 kmpl2 months waitingRs.10.50 Lakh*
Sonet HTK Plus Turbo iMT998 cc, Manual, Petrol, 18.4 kmpl2 months waitingRs.10.75 Lakh*
Sonet HTK (O) Diesel1493 cc, Manual, Diesel, 24.1 kmpl2 months waitingRs.10.90 Lakh*
Sonet Gravity Turbo iMT998 cc, Manual, Petrol, 18.4 kmpl2 months waitingRs.11.20 Lakh*
Sonet HTK Plus Diesel
Top Selling
1493 cc, Manual, Diesel, 24.1 kmpl2 months waiting
Rs.11.62 Lakh*
Sonet HTX Turbo iMT998 cc, Manual, Petrol, 18.4 kmpl2 months waitingRs.11.72 Lakh*
Sonet Gravity Diesel1493 cc, Manual, Diesel, 24.1 kmpl2 months waitingRs.12 Lakh*
Sonet HTX Diesel1493 cc, Manual, Diesel, 24.1 kmpl2 months waitingRs.12.40 Lakh*
Sonet HTX Turbo DCT998 cc, Automatic, Petrol, 18.4 kmpl2 months waitingRs.12.51 Lakh*
Sonet HTX Diesel iMT1493 cc, Manual, Diesel, 24.1 kmpl2 months waitingRs.12.85 Lakh*
Sonet HTX Diesel AT1493 cc, Automatic, Diesel, 19 kmpl2 months waitingRs.13.27 Lakh*
Sonet HTX Plus Turbo iMT998 cc, Manual, Petrol, 18.4 kmpl2 months waitingRs.13.60 Lakh*
Sonet GTX Turbo DCT998 cc, Automatic, Petrol, 18.4 kmpl2 months waitingRs.13.72 Lakh*
Sonet HTX Plus Diesel1493 cc, Manual, Diesel, 24.1 kmpl2 months waitingRs.13.90 Lakh*
Sonet GTX Diesel AT1493 cc, Automatic, Diesel, 19 kmpl2 months waitingRs.14.57 Lakh*
Sonet HTX Plus Diesel iMT1493 cc, Manual, Diesel, 24.1 kmpl2 months waitingRs.14.60 Lakh*
Sonet GTX Plus Turbo DCT998 cc, Automatic, Petrol, 18.4 kmpl2 months waitingRs.14.82 Lakh*
Sonet X-line Turbo DCT998 cc, Automatic, Petrol, 18.4 kmpl2 months waitingRs.14.92 Lakh*
Sonet GTX Plus Diesel AT1493 cc, Automatic, Diesel, 19 kmpl2 months waitingRs.15.67 Lakh*
Sonet X-line Diesel AT(Top Model)1493 cc, Automatic, Diesel, 19 kmpl2 months waitingRs.15.77 Lakh*
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Kia Sonet expert review

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You get pretty much everything that you can possibly want in the new Kia Sonet in terms of looks, tech, features and engine options. However, to get all of this, you'll have to deal with a hefty price tag, and make a compromise in rear seat space. Which is fair, but paying over Rs 17 lakhs for a sub-4 metre SUV will pinch.

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You do get a lot of features, great comfort, and an exciting drive experience, but the 2024 Kia Sonet also does ask for a big compromise

overview

The Kia Sonet is a subcompact SUV priced between Rs 7.99 lakh and Rs 15.75 lakh (ex-showroom), which rivals the likes of the Tata Nexon, Mahindra XUV 3XO, and Hyundai Venue, and comes with an eye-catching design, premium interiors, great features, and multiple powertrain options. But, to get all of this, there is a compromise that you have to make, which you may not like.

Exterior

Kia Sonet Front

The Sonet has a strong design language with sharp lines at the front, sleek light setup, and an overall mean-looking face. Its design gives it a “Get out of my way” attitude, which no other car in this segment can offer.

Kia Sonet X-Line

Some elements also bring a modern touch in its design, like the 16-inch dual-tone alloy wheels and the connected tail light setup. But, in the Sonet, with the X-Line variant, you get a matte grey exterior shade, which makes it even more appealing, and adds to its mean and macho road presence.

But, the alloy wheels in this X-Line version are the same as the ones in the pre-facelift version, and it would have been better had Kia offered a new design.

Interior

Kia Sonet Cabin

The cabin of the Sonet is pretty premium looking. The X-Line variant comes with a black and green cabin theme, but the Sonet has two more variant lines, Tech Line and GT-Line, which get different themes.

Variant Line Interior Themes*
Tech Line Semi Leatherette Seats with All Black Interiors Black and Beige Semi Leatherette Seats with All Black and Beige Dual Tone Interiors  Black and Brown Leatherette Seats with All Black Interiors with Premium Brown Inserts
GT Line Black Leatherette Seats with All Black Interiors and White Inserts
X-Line Sage Green Leatherette Seats with All Black Interiors and Xclusive Sage Green Inserts

* Variant specific

It doesn’t matter which variant you pick, due to the themes available, you will inevitably end up with a dark cabin. But that is not a bad thing. Dark cabins can feel a little dull, but the Sonet’s cabin is not dull at all.

Kia Sonet AC Vents

In fact, it is well designed, plush; and thanks to the way its dashboard has been designed, including the screen setup, vertical AC vents, and the climate control console, its cabin looks a lot sensible and subtle. There is nothing in this cabin that looks overdone or over-the-top.

Here, you get soft-touch padding on the door pads, and the materials used inside are of a good quality, with a good texture too. The dashboard, despite being made of plastic, does not feel scratchy, and the buttons feel solid and tactile. Here, while there aren’t a lot of soft-touch materials, there is no compromise on their quality. The Sonet’s cabin might not be the best in the segment, but it is surely one of the best.

Kia Sonet Front Seats

When you sit inside the cabin, the front seats feel comfortable with soft cushioning. They offer good underthigh support and the big contours hold you in place. These seats come with ventilation function, which is a nice touch, and the drive seat is 4-way power adjustable for convenience. Yes, height adjustment is still manual, but that function is not even available in cars of the segment above, so it’s not really a feature miss here.

Features

Kia Sonet Touchscreen

When it comes to the feature list, there is a lot on offer. The first thing is a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system, which has a modern operating system, and an easy to use interface. Now, this screen comes with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, but that’s wired, not wireless. This is not a cost-cutting measure, because the lower-spec variants of the Sonet, which get an 8-inch touchscreen, come with wireless smartphone connectivity. It's just that these bigger screens of Kia models do not support wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay, and that’s why they don’t get that feature.

Kia Sonet Digital Driver's Display

Next is the 10.25-inch digital driver’s display, which has a crisp display with some neat graphics. While this screen shows you all the data of your drive, its best feature is a blind view monitor, which gives you the feed of your blind spot as soon as you turn on the indicators.

Kia Sonet Sunroof

Apart from these two features, the Sonet also gets automatic climate control with rear AC vents, a single-pane sunroof, wireless phone charger, air purifier, and cruise control. It also gets a 7-speaker BOSE sound system which has a great audio quality.

The Sonet doesn’t have any big feature misses. Yes, it would have been better if the big 10.25-inch touchscreen came with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, but save for this, the rest of the features feel more than enough.

Practicality & Charging Options

All four doors of the Sonet come with 1-litre bottle holders and there is no shortage of storage options in the front. The front gets an average size glovebox, centre armrest with storage, two cupholders, and some space ahead of the gear lever for a phone or wallet. 

Kia Sonet Rear Charging Ports

At the back, the rear passengers have seat back pockets, cupholders in the centre armrest, and a small storage tray under the rear AC vents for a phone.

For charging options, apart from the wireless phone charger, the Sonet comes with a USB type C port, USB type A port, and a 12V socket in the front, and two USB type C ports in the rear.

Rear Seat Experience

Kia Sonet Rear Seats

Here is where you have to make that compromise we were talking about. While the Sonet has a lot of things to offer, good rear seat experience is not one of them. These seats are comfortable, with soft cushioning and good amount of headroom, but the underthigh support is not that much, and the legroom and knee room are also average, especially if the front seats are occupied by a tall person.

Also, whatever space you get in the rear seats, is good only for two passengers. Three people can sit here for a short period of time, but their shoulders will overlap, and the middle passenger won’t be comfortable, due to the fact that the middle seat protrudes outwards. If this is done for a long journey,  all three passengers will experience considerable discomfort.

Safety

Kia Sonet Seatbelt

The standard safety kit of the Sonet consists of 6 airbags, ABS with EBD, electronic stability control (ESC), tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS), hill hold assist, all 3-point seatbelts, seatbelt reminders, and rear parking sensors. So even if you go for the base-spec variants of the Sonet, you get a good safety package.

Kia Sonet 360-degree Camera

Higher variants of the SUV also get a 360-degree camera which has a good camera quality, even in low light conditions, and the feed from the camera does not lag. This feature has been executed with precision, and it gets the aforementioned blind view monitor.

Kia Sonet ADAS Camera

But the biggest safety feature in the Sonet is Level 1 ADAS (advanced driver assistance system), which comes with features such as lane keep assist, which easily recognizes the lane markings and keeps the car centered. It also picks up some worn out lane markings, which makes this feature even better.

Now, the Sonet also comes with autonomous emergency braking, which works as intended whenever there’s a slowing down car in front of you. But it sometimes does not detect smaller objects like bikes or bicycles. The Sonet also misses out on adaptive cruise control.

Boot Space

Kia Sonet Boot Space

The Sonet has a 385-litre boot on paper, which is enough for a full suitcase set (small, medium, and large), and after you place these suitcases, there is enough space left for one or two soft bags, depending on their size.

Also, if you have more bags and the boot does not seem enough, the rear seats fold with a 60:40 split, so extra luggage can be stored with ease.

Performance

Kia Sonet Engine

Engine 1-litre turbo-petrol 1.2-litre petrol 1.5-litre diesel
Power 120 PS 83 PS 116 PS
Torque 172 Nm 115 Nm 250 Nm
Transmission 6iMT, 7DCT 5MT 6MT, 6iMT, 6AT

The Sonet gets three engine options: petrol, turbo-petrol, and diesel. We drove the 1.5-litre diesel engine, with a 6-speed automatic transmission, and there were no complaints regarding the performance.

This engine is refined, responsive, and has a smooth and progressive power delivery. Driving inside the city at slow speeds is hassle-free, without any jerks, and you can easily cruise. It has enough power at city speeds to take quick overtakes, and you can have a relaxed driving experience even in bumper-to-bumper traffic.

Kia Sonet

Even on highways, you don’t need to plan your overtakes in advance, and they can be done effortlessly. You get the required power instantly without any lag, and crossing into triple digit speeds is effortless. 

This performance, combined with the automatic transmission, makes your drives even better. This transmission changes gears smoothly, and while they are noticeable at city speeds, when on the highway, you won’t even feel the gears changing. Also, for a sportier feel and for more control, Kia also offers paddle shifters, which is a nice addition.

Now, out of the three engine options, which one should you go for? If you are on a budget, and do not care about having great performance, then you can go for the 1.2-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine. This engine, available with the lower and mid-spec variants, will give you a smooth and relaxed drive experience, with a good mileage.

Kia Sonet

If performance is a priority for you, and you want a fun to drive experience, then you can go for the 1-litre turbo petrol engine. You will enjoy your drives, but you’ll also have to compromise on mileage, especially in traffic.

But, if you are looking for a good balance between performance and mileage, then the 1.5-litre diesel engine will be better for you. In our tests, the Sonet diesel automatic did the 0-100 kmph run in just 12.43 seconds, and returned a mileage of over 12 kmpl in the city.

Ride and Handling

There are no issues with the ride comfort of the Sonet. Its suspensions are slightly on the stiffer side, but there is no compromise in the comfort of the passengers. In the city, the broken patches and potholes are absorbed well, and while there is some noticeable movement in the cabin, there are no sudden jerks.

Kia Sonet X-Line

But you will hear a loud thud from time to time, when you drive over a sharp bump or a pothole at a slightly higher speed. If you don’t want that to happen, I suggest you avoid those roads, and if you can’t, then at least drive over such roads at a slow speed.

Even on the highways, the comfort stays intact, because it feels very stable and planted. When driving on ghats, you feel very confident while taking sharp turns, and while there is body roll, it is not that noticeable. However, braking from a high speed does not feel confident, as the car feels a little unstable.

Verdict

The Kia Sonet offers good looks, premium cabin, great features, and good safety features, along with a fun to drive performance and a comfortable ride quality. This car is good at a lot of things, but some could have been better, and made it a wholesome package.

Kia Sonet

The rear seat experience of the Sonet is not good, and leaves you wanting more. Also, the execution of some features like smartphone connectivity and ADAS could have been better.

This is a good car, but only for a small family. If you have a big family, say five or more,then there are other cars in the same segment which will offer you a good rear seat experience, like the Mahindra XUV 3XO and Tata Nexon. 

Kia Sonet

Also, while the Sonet is small, its price isn’t. For the price of the top-spec Sonet, you can go a segment above, and if you only want a Kia, then you can pick a mid-spec variant of the Kia Seltos, which will offer you more spacious rear seats, along with a better road presence.

But, for a small family, the Kia Sonet can be a great car, which will not make you complain. If you want a feature-loaded car for your small family, and are not bothered by the price, then the Kia Sonet will be a nice addition to your garage.

Pros & Cons of Kia Sonet

Things We Like

  • 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.
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Things We Don't Like

  • 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.
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    md nurain ansari on Nov 07, 2024
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    Perfect comfortable for my mother. Best for long drive special in mountainous area. Super view and 360° due to rooftop. Easy to understand and drive. Color combination is also mind blowing. Best car for middle class family.
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    harish on Nov 05, 2024
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    One of the best car for the middle - class good mileage with at this price segment also good comfort and also has air bags for safety happy and satisfied
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    kapil on Nov 05, 2024
    3.8
    Looking Good Car, Performance Good,
    Looking good car, performance good, Feelings premium, all cars lookig good in white and black colour and over all good for price range. So go for it kia brand all model
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    nikhil dagoliya on Nov 05, 2024
    4.2
    Great Car Milage Is Good
    Great car milage is good and safty wise it is a good car. if you are looking for a co pact suv with good milage and safty then this is the car.
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    shailesh gondalia on Nov 04, 2024
    1.7
    Kia Sonet Worst Car
    I have purchased Kia Sonet petrol in Aug 2024. Average is very low as 10 Km in City and 14 Km on highway. Pick up is very low as I am not able to drive on Road at Saputara. I have to leave my car and book a taxi. I am not suggest to by this car if like to enjoy driving.
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Kia Sonet mileage

The Kia Sonet mileage is 18.4 to 24.1 kmpl. The Manual Diesel variant has a mileage of 24.1 kmpl. The Automatic Diesel variant has a mileage of 19 kmpl. The Manual Petrol variant has a mileage of 18.4 kmpl. The Automatic Petrol variant has a mileage of 18.4 kmpl.

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DieselManual24.1 kmpl
DieselAutomatic19 kmpl
PetrolManual18.4 kmpl
PetrolAutomatic18.4 kmpl

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Kia Sonet colours

Kia Sonet is available in the following colours in India. View all car images with different colour options on CarDekho.

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Srijan asked on 14 Aug 2024
Q ) How many colors are there in Kia Sonet?
By CarDekho Experts on 14 Aug 2024

A ) Kia Sonet is available in 10 different colours - Glacier White Pearl, Sparkling ...Read More

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vikas asked on 10 Jun 2024
Q ) What are the available features in Kia Sonet?
By CarDekho Experts on 10 Jun 2024

A ) The Kia Sonet is available with features like Digital driver’s display, 360-degr...Read More

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Anmol asked on 24 Apr 2024
Q ) What is the mileage of Kia Sonet?
By CarDekho Experts on 24 Apr 2024

A ) The Kia Sonet has ARAI claimed mileage of 18.3 to 19 kmpl. The Manual Petrol var...Read More

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Devyani asked on 16 Apr 2024
Q ) What is the fuel tank capacity of Kia Sonet?
By CarDekho Experts on 16 Apr 2024

A ) The Kia Sonet has fuel tank capacity of 45 litres.

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Anmol asked on 10 Apr 2024
Q ) What is the maximum torque of Kia Sonet?
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FAQs on Sonet

Q ) What is the exact on-road price of Kia Sonet?
A ) The on-road price of Sonet in Delhi starts at ₹ 8,98,086. The on-road price is inclusive of RTO charges and insurance.
Q ) Which car is better Sonet or Seltos?
A ) Sonet price starts at ₹ 8 Lakh ex-showroom and Seltos price starts ₹ 10.90 Lakh ex-showroom.
Q ) What will the EMI or down payment for Kia Sonet?
A ) Kia Sonet EMI starts at ₹ 17,090 per month for a tenure of 60 months @ 9.8% for a loan amount of ₹ 8.08 Lakh & down payment will be ₹ 90,000.
Q ) Is Kia Sonet a 4x4?
A ) Kia Sonet does not offer 4 wheel drive transmission in Indian Market.
Q ) Is Kia Sonet a 5 or 7 seater SUV?
A ) Kia Sonet is a 5 seater car, which starts from ₹ 10.50 Lakh.
Q ) What is the mileage of Kia Sonet?
A ) The ARAI mileage of Kia Sonet is between 18.4 - 24.1 kmpl.
Q ) What are the colour options available for Kia Sonet?
A ) There are 9 colors available for Sonet - Glacier White Pearl, Sparkling Silver, Pewter Olive, Intense Red, Aurora Black Pearl, Imperial Blue, Glacier White Pearl With Aurora Black Pearl, Gravity Gray and Intense Red With Aurora Black Pearl.
Q ) Is Kia Sonet is a 7 Seater Car?
A ) No, the Kia Sonet isn't a 7 seater car. It is a 5 seater car.
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Sonet price in India

CityOn-Road Price
BangaloreRs.9.64 - 19.56 Lakh
MumbaiRs.9.33 - 18.63 Lakh
PuneRs.9.32 - 18.60 Lakh
HyderabadRs.9.49 - 19.22 Lakh
ChennaiRs.9.46 - 19.47 Lakh
AhmedabadRs.8.94 - 17.62 Lakh
LucknowRs.9.05 - 18.14 Lakh
JaipurRs.9.16 - 18.57 Lakh
PatnaRs.9.22 - 18.38 Lakh
ChandigarhRs.9.03 - 17.76 Lakh

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