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Last Updated on: 13 Apr 2026

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Kia Sonet specifications

Autocar score
8
₹8.30 - ₹16.61 Lakh
On road price, Delhi
Delhi
Starting₹12,067 /month
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Kia Sonet highlights

The Sonet comes with multiple engine and gearbox optoins and is a competitive package that takes on the likes of many other compact SUVs in the segment.

Compact SUV of the year: Autocar Awards 2021

Kia Sonet key specifications

The Kia Sonet is a five-seater compact SUV offered with petrol and diesel engine options. Petrol variants come with either a 1,197cc naturally aspirated engine or a 998cc turbo-petrol unit. The diesel version is powered by a 1,493cc engine. Depending on the engine, gearbox choices include manual, iMT, DCT, and torque converter automatic.

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Mileage
18.6 kmpl - 24.1 kmpl
Engine
998 cc - 1493 cc
Fuel Type
Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
AT, Manual, IMT, DCT
Body Style
SUV
Seats
5

Kia Sonet specifications

VariantDiesel 1.5 GTX+ AT

The Kia Sonet dimensions measure 3995mm in length, 1790mm in width, and 1642mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2500mm. The Kia Sonet ground clearance stands at 205mm. Boot capacity is rated at 385 litres. These specifications remain consistent across variants.

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Engine & Transmission

Fuel Type/ Propulsion
Diesel
Engine Installation
Front
Number of Cylinders
4
Engine Displacement
1493 cc
Engine Type
Max Engine Power
115.6 hp at 4000 rpm
Max Engine Torque
250 Nm at 1500 - 2750 rpm
Drive Layout
Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox Type
AT
Sport Mode for Automatic Gearbox
Yes
Number of Gears
6
Lockable Differential/s
No
Manual Shifts via Gear Lever on Automatic Gearbox
Yes
Paddle Shifters for Automatic Gearbox
Yes

Fuel & Performance

Fuel Tank Capacity
45 litres
Drive Mode Types
Multiple
E20 Compatibility
Yes
Emission Standard
Bharat Stage VI
Terrain Modes
Yes
Official Fuel Economy
18.6 kmpl
Fuel Supply System
Common Rail
City Fuel Economy as Tested
Highway Fuel Economy as Tested
Auto Start/Stop
Yes
20-80kph (in third gear/ kickdown)
7.42 s
40-100kph (in fourth gear/ kickdown)
8.7 s
0-100kph
12.1 s

Suspension & Steering

Front Brakes
Disc
Rear Brakes
Disc
Type of Power Assist
Electric
4 Wheel Steer
No
Steering Adjust
Tilt
Steering Adjust type
Manual
Front Suspension Type
McPherson Strut
Front Springs
Coil Springs
Rear Suspension Type
Coupled Torsion Beam Axle
Rear Springs
Coil Springs
Damper Control
No
Ride Height Adjust
No
Wheels
Alloys
Wheel Size
16 inches
Front Tyre Size
215/60 R16
Rear Tyre Size
215/60 R16
Spare Wheel
Space Saver

Dimensions

Length
3995 mm
Width
1790 mm
Chassis Type
Monocoque
Height
1642 mm
Wheelbase
2500 mm
Ground Clearance
None mm
Doors
5
Kerb Weight
None kg
Boot Capacity
385 litres

Kia Sonet features

VariantDiesel 1.5 GTX+ AT

Comfort

Power Windows
Front and Rear
Door Pockets
Steering Mounted Controls
Audio and Phone
Bottle Holder in Doors
Cabin Boot Access
Comfort Headrest

Safety

Airbags
6
Door Ajar Warning
Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist
Speed Assist System
Traffic Sign Recognition
Curtain Airbag

Exterior

Body Coloured Bumpers
Integrated Washer Jets with Wiper
LED DRLs
LED taillights
LED fog lamps
Headlight Height Adjuster

Interior

Speedometer
Digital
Tachometer
Digital
Trip Meter
Average Fuel Consumption
Average Speed
Distance to Empty

Entertainment

Audio System
Second Row USB port
2 Type C
Front USB port
Type A and Type C
Front Passenger Screen
Inbuilt Music App
Branded Music System
Bose

Connected Car Features

Location Based Services
Emergency Call Button
Google/Alexa connectivity
Find My Car
Vehicle Tracking Via App
Driving Analytics

Kia Sonet variants comparison

Petrol 1.2 HTE
1197 cc | Petrol | Manual
₹8.30 Lakh
Autocar score
8
Key features
Airbags
Parking sensors
Power boot
Body kit
Adjustable ORVM
Petrol 1.2 HTE (O)
1197 cc | Petrol | Manual
₹8.74 Lakh
Autocar score
8
Key features
Sunroof
Airbags
Parking sensors
Body kit
Window blind
Petrol 1.2 HTK (O)
1197 cc | Petrol | Manual
₹9.90 Lakh
Autocar score
8
Key features
Sunroof
Airbags
Integrated (in-dash) music system
Rear camera
Rear wiper
Diesel 1.5 HTE (O)
1493 cc | Diesel | Manual
₹10.33 Lakh
Autocar score
8
Key features
Sunroof
Airbags
Parking sensors
Power boot
Body kit
Diesel 1.5 HTK (O)
1493 cc | Diesel | Manual
₹11.41 Lakh
Autocar score
8
Key features
Sunroof
Airbags
Integrated (in-dash) music system
Rear camera
Rear wiper
Diesel 1.5 HTX
1493 cc | Diesel | Manual
₹13.37 Lakh
Autocar score
8
Key features
Cruise control
Sunroof
Keyless start
Airbags
Wireless phone charging
Turbo Petrol 1.0 HTX DCT
998 cc | Petrol | DCT
₹13.49 Lakh
Autocar score
8
Key features
Cruise control
Ventilated seats
Sunroof
Keyless start
Airbags
Best for driving
Diesel 1.5 HTX AT
1493 cc | Diesel | AT
₹14.29 Lakh
Autocar score
8
Key features
Cruise control
Ventilated seats
Sunroof
Keyless start
Airbags
Autocar's pick
Turbo Petrol 1.0 GTX+ DCT
998 cc | Petrol | DCT
₹15.69 Lakh
Autocar score
8
Key features
360 view camera
Ambient interior lighting
Cruise control
Ventilated seats
Sunroof
Turbo Petrol 1.0 X Line DCT
998 cc | Petrol | DCT
₹15.86 Lakh
Autocar score
8
Key features
360 view camera
Ambient interior lighting
Cruise control
Ventilated seats
Sunroof
Diesel 1.5 GTX+ AT
1493 cc | Diesel | AT
₹16.61 Lakh
Autocar score
8
Key features
360 view camera
Ambient interior lighting
Cruise control
Ventilated seats
Sunroof
Petrol 1.0 HTK (O) iMT
998 cc | Petrol | IMT
₹10.30 Lakh
Autocar score
8
Key features
Petrol 1.2 HTK+
1197 cc | Petrol | Manual
₹10.30 Lakh
Autocar score
8
Key features
Petrol 1.2 HTK+(O)
1197 cc | Petrol | Manual
₹10.85 Lakh
Autocar score
8
Key features
Turbo Petrol 1.0 HTK (O) DCT
998 cc | Petrol | DCT
₹11.19 Lakh
Autocar score
8
Key features
Diesel 1.5 HTE (O) AT
1493 cc | Diesel | AT
₹11.23 Lakh
Autocar score
8
Key features
Petrol 1.0 HTK+ (O) iMT
998 cc | Petrol | IMT
₹11.71 Lakh
Autocar score
8
Key features
Diesel 1.5 HTK+
1493 cc | Diesel | Manual
₹12.26 Lakh
Autocar score
8
Key features
Turbo Petrol 1.0 HTK+ (O) DCT
998 cc | Petrol | DCT
₹12.62 Lakh
Autocar score
8
Key features
Diesel 1.5 HTK (O) AT
1493 cc | Diesel | AT
₹12.76 Lakh
Autocar score
8
Key features
Diesel 1.5 HTK+(O)
1493 cc | Diesel | Manual
₹12.82 Lakh
Autocar score
8
Key features
Diesel 1.5 HTK+ AT
1493 cc | Diesel | AT
₹13.19 Lakh
Autocar score
8
Key features
Diesel 1.5 HTK+(O) AT
1493 cc | Diesel | AT
₹13.75 Lakh
Autocar score
8
Key features
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