Last Updated on: 25 Sep 2025
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.
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.
Mileage 18.6 kmpl - 19.2 kmpl | Engine 998 cc - 1493 cc |
Fuel Type Petrol, Diesel | Transmission Manual, Torque Converter Auto, IMT, Dual-Clutch Auto |
Body Style SUV | Seats 5 |
Kia Sonet specifications
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.
Engine & Transmission
Fuel Type/ Propulsion | Diesel |
Engine Installation | Front |
Engine Displacement | 1493 cc |
Engine Type | 4 cyls, Turbocharged |
Max Engine Power | 115hp at 4000rpm |
Max Engine Torque | 250Nm at 1500-2750rpm |
Drive Layout | Front-Wheel Drive |
Gearbox Type | Torque Converter Auto |
Number of Gears | 6 |
Lockable Differential/s | No |
Manual Shifts via Gear Lever on Automatic Gearbox | No |
Paddle Shifters for Automatic Gearbox | Yes |
Fuel & Performance
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 litres |
Official Fuel Economy | 18.6 kmpl |
City Fuel Economy as Tested | 13.8kpl |
Highway Fuel Economy as Tested | 18.8kpl |
Auto Start/Stop | Yes |
Suspension & Steering
Front Brakes | Discs |
Rear Brakes | Discs |
Type of Power Assist | Electric |
Steering Adjust | Tilt |
Steering Adjust type | Manual |
Front Suspension Type | Independent, MacPherson Strut |
Front Springs | Coil Springs |
Rear Suspension Type | Non-independent, Torsion Beam |
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 |
Height | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase | 2500 mm |
Doors | 5 |
Ground Clearance | 205 mm |
Kerb Weight | 1081 kg |
Boot Capacity | 385 litres |
Kia Sonet features
Comfort
| Power Windows | Front and Rear |
| Power Windows with One Touch-Down | All |
| Power Windows with One Touch-Up | All |
| Exterior Mirrors Electric Adjust | |
| Exterior Mirrors Electric Fold | |
| Remote Locking |
Safety
| Airbags | 6 |
| Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) | |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) | |
| Brake Assist (BA) | |
| Electronic Parking Brake | |
| Traction Control |
Exterior
| Body Coloured Bumpers | |
| Projector Headlamps | |
| Headlight Type | LED |
| Daytime Running Lights | LED |
| Front Fog Lamps |
Interior
| Speedometer | Digital |
| Tachometer | Digital |
| Trip Meter | |
| Average Fuel Consumption | |
| Average Speed | |
| Distance to Empty |
Entertainment
| Audio System | |
| CD Player | |
| USB Input | |
| AUX Input | |
| Bluetooth Audio Streaming | |
| Bluetooth Telephone Function |


















