Kia Sonet vs Hyundai Venue

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Kia Sonet

Kia Sonet

Diesel 1.5 GTX+ AT

14.27 lakh

Hyundai Venue

Hyundai Venue

HX10 1.5 Diesel AT

15.65 lakh

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

N/A
Turbocharged

Engine Displacement

1493 cc
1493 cc

Number of Cylinders

4
4

Engine Installation

Front
Front

Fuel Type/ Propulsion

Diesel
Diesel

Gearbox Type

AT
Torque Converter

Number of Gears

6
–

Manual Shifts via Gear Lever on Automatic Gearbox

Paddle Shifters for Automatic Gearbox

Sport Mode for Automatic Gearbox

Drive Layout

Front Wheel Drive
Front Wheel Drive

Lockable Differential/s

Max Engine Power

115.6 hp at 4000 rpm
116 hp at 4000 rpm

Max Engine Torque

250 Nm at 1500 - 2750 rpm
250 Nm at 1500 - 2750 rpm

Pure Electric Driving Mode

–

Number Of Gears

–
6

Fuel & Performance

Fuel Supply System

Common Rail
Common Rail

E20 Compatibility

–

Emission Standard

Bharat Stage VI
Bharat Stage VI

Drive Mode Types

Multiple
–

Terrain Modes

Auto Start/Stop

Official Fuel Economy

18.6 kmpl
17.9 kmpl

Autocar Tested City Mileage

13.8 kmpl
–

Autocar Tested Highway Mileage

18.8 kmpl
–

Fuel Tank Capacity

45 litres
45 litres

Autocar Tested Mileage

16.3 kmpl
–

0-100kph

12.1 s
–

20-80kph (in third gear/ kickdown)

7.42 s
–

40-100kph (in fourth gear/ kickdown)

8.7 s
–

Suspension & Steering

Front Suspension Type

McPherson Strut
Independent, MacPherson Strut

Front Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Rear Suspension Type

Coupled Torsion Beam Axle
Non-independent, Torsion Beam

Rear Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Damper Control

Ride Height Adjust

Type of Power Assist

Electric
Electric

Steering Adjust type

Manual
Manual

Steering Adjust

Tilt
Tilt

4 Wheel Steer

Front Brakes

Disc
Disc

Rear Brakes

Disc
Drum

Wheel Size

16 inches
16 inches

Front Tyre Size

215/60 R16
215/60 R16

Rear Tyre Size

215/60 R16
215/60 R16

Wheels

Alloys
Alloys

Spare Wheel

Space Saver
N/A

Turning Radius

–

Dimensions

Length

3995 mm
3995 mm

Width

1790 mm
1800 mm

Height

1642 mm
1665 mm

Wheelbase

2500 mm
2520 mm

Ground Clearance

None mm
190 mm

Kerb Weight

None kg
1250 kg

Chassis Type

Monocoque
Monocoque

Boot Capacity

385 litres
375 litres

Doors

5
5

Comfort

Power Windows

Front and Rear
Front and Rear

Door Pockets

Steering Mounted Controls

Audio and Phone
Audio and Phone

Bottle Holder in Doors

Cabin Boot Access

Comfort Headrest

–

Cooled Cup Holders

–

Cooled Glovebox

Cooled Storage

–

Heated ORVM

–

Cup Holders

Headlight and Ignition on Reminder

Digital Instrument Cluster

Fully Digital
Fully Digital

Roof Grab Handles

Accessory Power Outlet

–

Driver Armrest Storage

Driver rear view monitor (DRVM)

Rear Window Sun Shades

Electric Tailgate Release

Rear Reading Lamp

Rear Parcel Tray

Flat Bottom Steering Wheel

–

Foldable Seatback Table

–

Glove Box

–

Power Windows with One Touch-Down

All
Driver Window Only

Powered Tailgate

Powered Backseat Recline Adjustment

–

Front Seatback Pockets

Bluetooth Connectivity

Vanity Mirror

Front Passenger Only
Front Passenger Only

Utility Recess On Dashboard

Sunglass Holder

Trunk Light

Voice Assisted Sunroof

Interior Lamps

12 Volt Port

–

Power Windows with One Touch-Up

All

Exterior Mirrors Electric Adjust

Exterior Mirrors Electric Fold

Yes with power folding

Remote Locking

Keyless Entry

Yes with proximity sensors

Push Button Start

Climate Control

1-zone
1-zone

Rear AC Vents

Third Row AC Vents

Front Passenger Seat Adjust from Rear

Rear Windscreen Sun Shade

Rear Power Outlet

Sunroof

Single Pane
Single Pane

Ambient Lighting

Driving Modes

Cruise Control

Yes (Adaptive)

Auto Parking

Launch Control

Dead Pedal

Hands-free Boot Opening

Acoustic Windshield

–

Safety

Airbags

6
6

Door Ajar Warning

Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist

–

Speed Assist System

–

Traffic Sign Recognition

Curtain Airbag

Rear Seatbelt Reminder

With Load Sensor
–

Auto emergency braking (AEB)

–

Dual Tone Horn

–

Driver Attention Warning

–

Driver Airbag

Day Night Interior Mirror

Automatic
Automatic

Road Departure Mitigation System

–

Speed Sensing Door Lock

Side Airbag

Boot Open Warning

Seat Belt Warning

Dashcam

Height Adjustable Seat Belt

Leading Vehicle Departure Alert

Overspeed Warning

Passenger Airbag

Heads Up Display

Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)

Anti-Pinch Power Windows

All
Driver's Window Only

Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts

Anti Theft Alarm

Front Collision Avoidance

Emergency Brake Light Flashing

Rear Cross Traffic Alert

Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance

High Beam Assist

Oncoming Lane Mitigation

–

Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock

Lane Departure Avoidance

Lane Keep Assist

Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)

Brake Assist (BA)

Electronic Parking Brake

Yes with Autohold

Traction Control

Electronic Stability Control

Hill Start Assist

Hill Descent Control

Central Locking

Speed-Sensing Auto Door Locks

Child Safety Lock

ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts

Automatic Headlamps

Automatic Wipers

Rear Washer/Wiper

Rear Defogger

Day/Night Interior Mirror

Auto
Auto

Parking Sensors

Front & Rear
Rear

Parking Camera

360 degree
Rear

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

With Display
With Display

Blind Spot Monitor

Adaptive Cruise Control

BNCAP Rating

–
5

Exterior

Body Coloured Bumpers

Integrated Washer Jets with Wiper

–

LED DRLs

LED taillights

LED fog lamps

–

Headlight Height Adjuster

Outside rear view mirror (ORVM)

LED headlamps

ORVM turn indicators

Projector Headlamps

Wheel Arch Cladding

–

Welcome and Goodbye Animation

Antenna

Shark Fin
Shark Fin

Stop Lamp

Spoiler

Connected LED

Cornering Foglamps

–

Cornering Headlights

Sequential Turn Indicators

Roof Rails

Door Handle Finish

–

Follow Me Home Headlamps

Headlight Type

LED
LED

Daytime Running Lights

LED

Front Fog Lamps

Puddle Lamps

–

Illuminated Logo

–

Rub Strips

–

Scuff Plates

–

Interior

Speedometer

Digital
Digital

Tachometer

Digital
Digital

Trip Meter

Average Fuel Consumption

Average Speed

Distance to Empty

Low Fuel Level Warning

Instantaneous Consumption

Gear Indicator

Shift Indicator

Head-up Display

Seat Material

Leatherette
Leatherette

Second Row Seat Adjustment

Soft Touch Door Trim

–

Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel

Ottoman Seats

–

Leather-wrapped Gear Knob

Driver's Seat Height Adjust

Electric Adjust for Driver's Seat

Driver's Seat Memory

Front Passenger Seat Height Adjust

Electric Adjust for Front Passenger's Seat

Front Passenger Seat Memory

Adjustable Front Headrests

Ventilated Seats

Front Only
Front Only

Heated Seats

Massage Seats

Front Seat Armrest

Yes with Storage

Rear Seat Armrest

Yes with Holders

Adjustable Rear Headrests

Individual Chairs at Rear

Rear Seat Backrest Recline

Rear Seat Backrest Fold

Rear Seat Backrest Split

60:40

Third Row Seats

Seat Count

5
5

Third Row Seats Split

–

Entertainment

Audio System

Second Row USB port

2 Type C
2 Type C

Front USB port

Type A and Type C
2 Type C

Front Passenger Screen

–

Inbuilt Music App

–

Branded Music System

Bose
Bose

CD Player

Rear Seat Infotainment Controls

–

USB Input

AUX Input

Bluetooth Audio Streaming

Bluetooth Telephone Function

Steering Audio Controls

Steering Phone Controls

Wireless Phone Charging

Display

10.25-inch Touchscreen
12.3-inch Touchscreen

Android Auto

Wireless
Wireless

Apple CarPlay

Wireless
Wireless

MirrorLink

Web Browser

Video Player

Satellite Navigation

On-board
On-board

Voice Commands

Gesture Controls

Touchpad

Rear Entertainment Screens

Speakers

–
8

Connected Car Features

Location Based Services

–

Emergency Call Button

Google/Alexa connectivity

–

Find My Car

Vehicle Tracking Via App

Driving Analytics

–

Remote AC On / Off via App

Alexa Compatibility

–

Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App

Geo Fence

Remote Engine Start/Stop

–

App Details

–

Live Traffic Updates On App

–

Live Location Sharing

–

Home to Car Connectivity

–

Low Battery Warning

Breakdown Assistance Call Button

–

Car Light Flashing & Honking via App

–

Navigation On Instrument Cluster

–

Check Vehicle Status via App

SOS Button

–

Summon Mode

–

Over the air (OTA) updates

Service Reminder Via App

–

Phone App

–

Anti Theft Immobilisation

–

Remote Sunroof Open / Close via App

Tow Away Alert

–

Smart Drive Information

–

Auto Crash Alert

–

Digital Key

–

Questions you may find useful

•5d

Hi, I am planning to buy a sub-4-metre automatic SUV but am confused between the Maruti Suzuki Brezza VXi AT, Hyundai Venue HX5 DCT, Mahindra XUV 3XO RevX M (O)/Edge, Kia Sonet HTK (O) DCT and Tata Nexon Creative DCA. Which of these would offer the best value for money? Do the reliability and overheating issues associated with DCT/DCA gearboxes still persist? My priorities are good real-world fuel efficiency and a smooth, reliable automatic gearbox. Driver-seat visibility and the availability of a reverse camera are also important considerations. Which would you recommend based on these requirements?

•6d

Hi team, I am planning to buy my first car and I want to know which one to choose between the Kia Sonet HTK+(O) and the Hyundai Venue HX5+, both of which come with a 1.2L petrol MT. I am seriously confused about choosing between the two, so please help me out.

•6d

I am based in Dabolim, Goa, and have been using an MG Comet for the last 2 years. I am looking for an additional car for myself. Recently, I had a look at the Bayon, but I am yet to take a test drive. I found its bonnet to be at a high level from the driver's seat. So, I thought of going for the Venue, which I am also yet to test drive. My annual running is less than 10,000 km, primarily within the city. Kindly suggest what would be best for me. Is buying a Kia Sonet worth it compared to the Bayon and the Venue, keeping in mind that I prefer a somewhat compact car?

•5w

I am planning to buy my second car, a sub-4m petrol automatic SUV, with a budget of around Rs 15 lakh. I currently own a WagonR, and my usage is primarily city driving, with occasional long trips. I am confused between the Kia Sonet, Kia Syros and Hyundai Venue. I particularly like the Syros, but I am concerned about its low sales figures and the positioning of its headlamps. I am also unsure whether a 360-degree camera is worth having, as it is available only in the top variant of the Sonet, while the Syros does not offer one. I would appreciate your guidance on which of these SUVs would be better suited to my requirements.

•5w

I am confused between the Kia Sonet HTK Plus (O) DCT and the Hyundai Venue HX5 DCT. Both are priced close to Rs 13.5 lakh on-road. I am expecting a good discount on the Kia Sonet, given that an update is on the way. Which of the two would be better for long-term ownership in Bangalore? We are a family of two and expect to drive around 70 percent in the city and 30 percent on the highway, with short and long trips every two months. Also, is the DCT reliable enough to handle occasional crawling traffic for 20 to 30 minutes?