Last Updated on: 22 Jul 2026
Kia Sonet
The Kia Sonet is one of Kia’s contenders in the compact SUV space. The Kia Sonet price starts from ₹7.41 lakh and goes upto ₹14.27 lakh. The Sonet car is one of the options with a diesel engine, along with having a torque converter automatic option with the same.
The Kia Sonet variants include 23 options spread across nine trims - HTE, HTE (O), HTK, HTK(O), HTK+, HTK+(O), HTX, GTX+, and X-Line. Kia offers the Sonet in three engine options: a naturally aspirated petrol (5MT), a turbo-petrol (6DCT, 6iMT), and a diesel (6MT, 6AT).
The Kia Sonet rivals compact SUVs like the Maruti Suzuki Brezza, Tata Nexon, Kia Syros, Skoda Kylaq, Hyundai Venue, Tata Punch, and the Mahindra XUV 3XO
Kia Sonet mileage ranges between 18.6 kmpl - 24.1 kmpl, depending on the powertrain.
Kia Sonet Key Highlights:
- The Sonet is one of the few SUVs with multiple powertrain options, with an 83hp 1.2-litre petrol, 120hp 1.0-litre turbo-petrol and 116hp diesel engines.
- While the 1.2 petrol and diesel come with 5-speed manual and 6-speed manual transmission respectively, turbo-petrol gets a 6-speed iMT and a 7-speed DCT auto, while the diesel comes with a 6-speed torque converter automatic.
- The Sonet comes with features like
- The Sonet also gets unique features like a 4-way power driver seat, air purifier, voice commands, OTA updates, and connected car tech.
- It gets standard safety features like six airbags, ABS with EBD, brake assist, ESC, stability control, hill-start assist, rear parking sensors, and TPMS.
- The X-Line trim is exclusively available with automatic transmissions for turbo-petrol and diesel models.
Kia Sonet key specifications | |
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Dimensions | 3,995mm x 1,790mm x 1,642mm |
Wheelbase | 2,500mm |
Boot space | 385 litres |
Engine | 1.2-litre petrol | 1.0-litre turbo-petrol | 1.5-litre diesel |
Engine cylinder configuration | 4 | 3 | 4 |
Power | 83hp | 120hp | 116hp |
Torque | 115Nm | 172Nm | 250Nm |
Gearbox options | 5MT | 6iMT/7DCT | 6MT/6AT |
Kia Sonet Interior and Exterior
Kia Sonet Interior:
- 10.25-inch digital drivers display
- 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system
- Single-pane sunroof
- Multiple colour schemes across variants
- Front seat ventilation and a powered driver seat
Kia Sonet Exterior:
- All LED headlamps and DRLs
- Connected LED tail-lamp
- Faux skid plates at the front and rear
- Up to 16-inch alloy wheels
- Roof-mounted spoiler
Kia Sonet Latest Updates
- March 13, 2026: Kia launches more affordable Sonet AT variants priced from Rs 9.77 lakh.
Kia Sonet Features and specifications
Our Rating | 8 |
Mileage | 18.6 kmpl - 24.1 kmpl |
Engine | 998 cc - 1493 cc |
Fuel Type | Diesel, Petrol |
Transmission | AT, Manual, IMT, DCT |
Seats | 5 |
Body Style | SUV |
Doors | 5 |
Max Power | 115.6 hp at 4000 rpm |
Max Torque | 250 Nm at 1500 - 2750 rpm |
| Fuel Type/ Propulsion | Diesel |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 |
| Engine Installation | Front |
| Engine Displacement | 1493 cc |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 litres |
| Official Fuel Economy | 18.6 kmpl |
| Emission Standard | Bharat Stage VI |
| Terrain Modes | Yes |
| Front Brakes | Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Disc |
| Type of Power Assist | Electric |
| Steering Adjust | Tilt |
| Length | 3995 mm |
| Width | 1790 mm |
| Chassis Type | Monocoque |
| Height | 1642 mm |
| warranty Distance | Unlimited |
| warranty Duration | 3 |
| Power Windows | Front and Rear |
| Trunk Light | |
| Utility Recess On Dashboard | |
| Vanity Mirror | Front Passenger Only |
| Airbags | 6 |
| Front Collision Avoidance | |
| Side Airbag | |
| Heads Up Display |
| Body Coloured Bumpers | |
| Welcome and Goodbye Animation | |
| Door Handle Finish | |
| Cornering Headlights |
| Speedometer | Digital |
| Tachometer | Digital |
| Trip Meter | |
| Average Fuel Consumption |
| Audio System | |
| Inbuilt Music App | |
| Branded Music System | Bose |
| Rear Seat Infotainment Controls |
| Auto Crash Alert | |
| Anti Theft Immobilisation | |
| App Details | |
| Emergency Call Button |
Kia Sonet price & variants
The Kia Sonet is available in 23 options across nine trims, namely HTE, HTE(O), HTK(O), HTK+, HTK+(O), HTX, GTX+, and X Line. The compact SUV is offered with an 88hp, 1.2-litre petrol engine, 120hp,1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine and a 116hp, 1.5-litre diesel engine. The 1.2 petrol is offered with a 5-speed manual, while the 1.0 turbo-petrol is offered with a 7-speed DCT and a 6-speed iMT, and the 1.5 diesel is offered with a 6-speed manual and 6-speed automatic gearboxes.
Kia Sonet ex-showroom price range | |
Variants | Price |
Kia Sonet base-spec variants (HTE, HTE(O)) | Rs 7.3 lakh to Rs 8.98 lakh |
Kia Sonet mid-spec variants (HTK(O), HTK+, HTK+(O), HTX | Rs 8.73 lakh to Rs 12.02 lakh |
Kia Sonet top-spec variants (GTX+, X Line) | Rs 13.59 lakh to Rs 14.09 lakh |
Key differentiators among the different versions of the Kia Sonet
Criteria | Kia Seltos base-spec variant (HTE) | Kia Seltos mid-spec variant HTK+ | Kia Seltos top-spec variant (GTX+ and X Line) |
Engine | 1.2 petrol | 1.2 petrol, 1.5 diesel | 1.0 turbo-petrol, 1.5 diesel |
Gearbox | 5MT | 5MT, 6MT, 6AT | 7DCT, 6AT |
Headlight | Halogen | Halogen | LED |
Taillight | Halogen | Connected LED | Connected LED |
Wheels | 15-inch steel wheels with cover | 16-inch styled steel wheels | 16-inch alloy wheels |
Infotainment | - | 8-inch | 10.25-inch |
Driver’s display | Dials with a 4.2-inch TFT display | Dials with a 4.2-inch TFT display | 10.25-inch |
Seat upholstery | Fabric | Fabric | Leatherette |
Sunroof | - | Yes | Yes |
Sonet Car Price List (On Road) (2026 July) -
- Sonet on road price in Delhi - ₹8.30 lakh - ₹16.61 lakh
- Sonet on road price in Mumbai - ₹8.59 lakh - ₹16.82 lakh
- Sonet on road price in Hyderabad - ₹8.81 lakh - ₹17.24 lakh
- Sonet on road price in Kolkata - ₹8.52 lakh - ₹16.26 lakh
- Sonet on road price in Chennai - ₹8.74 lakh - ₹17.38 lakh
Kia Sonet Official Brochure
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