Kia Sonet vs Maruti Suzuki Brezza

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Kia Sonet

Kia Sonet

Diesel 1.5 GTX+ AT

14.27 lakh

Maruti Suzuki Brezza

Maruti Suzuki Brezza

ZXi Plus AT

13.55 lakh

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

N/A
Mild Hybrid

Engine Displacement

1493 cc
1462 cc

Number of Cylinders

4
4

Engine Installation

Front
Front

Fuel Type/ Propulsion

Diesel
Petrol

Gearbox Type

AT
Torque Converter

Number of Gears

6
6

Manual Shifts via Gear Lever on Automatic Gearbox

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Paddle Shifters for Automatic Gearbox

Sport Mode for Automatic Gearbox

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Drive Layout

Front Wheel Drive
Front Wheel Drive

Lockable Differential/s

Max Engine Power

115.6 hp at 4000 rpm
103.05 hp at 6000 rpm

Max Engine Torque

250 Nm at 1500 - 2750 rpm
139 Nm at 4400 rpm

Fuel & Performance

Fuel Supply System

Common Rail
MPFI

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
20.17 kmpl

Autocar Tested City Mileage

13.8 kmpl
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Autocar Tested Highway Mileage

18.8 kmpl
–

Fuel Tank Capacity

45 litres
48 litres

Autocar Tested Mileage

16.3 kmpl
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0-100kph

12.1 s
–

20-80kph (in third gear/ kickdown)

7.42 s
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40-100kph (in fourth gear/ kickdown)

8.7 s
–

Suspension & Steering

Front Suspension Type

McPherson Strut
MacPherson Strut

Front Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Rear Suspension Type

Coupled Torsion Beam Axle
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 and Telescopic

4 Wheel Steer

Front Brakes

Disc
Ventilated 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
Machine finished alloys

Spare Wheel

Space Saver

Dimensions

Length

3995 mm
3995 mm

Width

1790 mm
1790 mm

Height

1642 mm
1685 mm

Wheelbase

2500 mm
2500 mm

Ground Clearance

None mm
–

Kerb Weight

None kg
–

Chassis Type

Monocoque
Monocoque

Boot Capacity

385 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
Part Digital / Part Analogue

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 with Light

Utility Recess On Dashboard

–

Sunglass Holder

Trunk Light

Voice Assisted Sunroof

–

Interior Lamps

12 Volt Port

Power Windows with One Touch-Up

All
Driver Window Only

Exterior Mirrors Electric Adjust

Exterior Mirrors Electric Fold

Yes with power folding

Remote Locking

Keyless Entry

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

Auto Parking

Launch Control

Dead Pedal

–

Hands-free Boot Opening

–

Scheduled Cabin Conditioning

–

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
–

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

–

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
–

Parking Sensors

Front & Rear
Front & Rear

Parking Camera

360 degree
360 degree

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

Projector

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

Body Coloured

Follow Me Home Headlamps

Headlight Type

LED
LED

Daytime Running Lights

LED
LED

Front Fog Lamps

Rub Strips

–

Interior

Speedometer

Digital
Analogue

Tachometer

Digital
Analogue

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
60:40

Third Row Seats

–

Seat Count

5
5

Entertainment

Audio System

Second Row USB port

2 Type C
Type A and Type C

Front USB port

Type A and Type C
–

Front Passenger Screen

Inbuilt Music App

–

Branded Music System

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
10.1-inch Touchscreen

Android Auto

Wireless
Wireless

Apple CarPlay

Wireless
Wireless

MirrorLink

–

Web Browser

–

Video Player

–

Satellite Navigation

On-board
On-board

Voice Commands

Alexa

Gesture Controls

Touchpad

–

Rear Entertainment Screens

Speakers

–
6

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

–

E-Call & I-Call

–

Questions you may find useful

•6d

Hi everyone, I am planning to buy my first car. I will be driving around 40km daily in the city, along with occasional highway trips of around 300 km to nearby cities. Some of these highway journeys will involve hilly areas, while the roads in smaller cities can have potholes and rough patches. I am looking for an automatic transmission, with a budget of around Rs 12–14 lakh. Good mileage, safety features and overall value for money are my main priorities. The options currently on my list are the Maruti Suzuki Brezza ZXi AT, Mahindra XUV 3XO AX5 AT, Kia Sonet HTK+ or HTK+ (O), and Hyundai Creta HX5 AT. However, I am mainly confused between the Brezza and the XUV 3XO and would appreciate some guidance on which one would be better suited to my requirements.

Verified
•2d

Both are solid choices, but the Mahindra XUV 3XO AX5 AT is the better fit for your usage. Your daily 40 km city commute, combined with occasional 300 km highway runs through hilly terrain and rough roads, demands a car with a strong engine, good ride quality and a robust build. The 3XO’s turbo petrol engine offers noticeably better performance than the Maruti Suzuki Brezza ZXi AT, especially on inclines and overtakes, while the suspension is well-tuned for rough roads and potholes. It is also one of the most spacious compact SUVs, making it a comfortable family car. One drawback is that the boot is on the smaller side for this segment.The Brezza is the more sensible long-term ownership choice with Maruti’s service reach and reliability, but its naturally aspirated petrol engine feels underpowered on highways and hills. It makes up for it by offering better fuel efficiency than the 3XO, particularly in the city. The Kia Sonet HTK+ and Hyundai Creta HX5 are good alternatives, but the 3XO offers a better balance of performance, space and value for money.

VehicleMahindra XUV 3XO
VehicleMaruti Suzuki Brezza
VehicleHyundai Creta
VehicleKia Sonet
•3w

Hi Team, Please help me choose the right car. I am planning to buy a car with a budget of around Rs. 11-12.5 lakh (on-road price in Delhi NCR). I need an automatic car, and my monthly running will be approximately 600 km, mainly in city traffic, especially on the Delhi-Gurgaon peak traffic stretch. I prefer to keep my cars for a longer period and will be upgrading from a Hyundai i20 manual. Based on my requirements, please suggest the best option among the following: Maruti Suzuki Brezza VXi AT - Rs. 11.9 lakh on-road Kia Sonet DCT HTK(O) - Rs. 11.2 lakh Maruti Suzuki Fronx Delta Plus AMT - Rs. 9.6 lakh Skoda Kylaq Signature Automatic - Rs. 11.2 lakh I am unable to decide which one would be the most suitable choice for my needs. Kindly suggest the best option.

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•2w

Go for the Skoda Kylaq Signature Automatic. It is the best fit for your usage and is available under Rs. 12 lakh, which fits your budget. Your running is low, so petrol is the right choice, and the Kylaq’s 1.0 TSI engine paired with the 6-speed torque converter automatic is a proven and reliable combination that works well in Delhi-Gurgaon traffic. This Skoda car is also one of the most fun-to-drive cars in this price range, with strong performance and good highway manners. Skoda Kylaq price starts at Rs 7.59 lakh and goes up to Rs 12.99 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi).The Maruti Suzuki Brezza VXI AT is a solid alternative if you want a more relaxed ownership experience and Maruti’s service reach, but the Kylaq is the more engaging car to drive. The Kia Sonet DCT is not the right choice for your usage because the DCT gearbox is not ideal for heavy stop-and-go traffic. The Maruti Suzuki Fronx Delta Plus AMT is the most affordable option, but the AMT gearbox is not as smooth as the Kylaq’s torque converter, and the car itself does not feel like a meaningful upgrade from your Hyundai car.The Kylaq strikes the best balance between driving experience, reliability and value for money.

VehicleSkoda Kylaq
VehicleHyundai i20
VehicleMaruti Suzuki Brezza
VehicleKia Sonet
VehicleMaruti Suzuki Fronx
•4w

I have an Alto Lxi 2005 model and want to upgrade to compact SUV with 10 lakhs budget. My driving is in city and occasional highways with about 400 kms a month. Which is the right car Brezza / Venue / Sonet / Nexon / Kylaq for me keeping in mind a long term perspective. If brezza shuld i wait for new face lift since there is good discount on the old model.

•4w

I'm considering buying a second family car. My priorities are a comfortable 5-seater, high ground clearance and a smooth driving experience, with a budget of under 10 lakh. Which is the better choice among the Kia Sonet, Tata Nexon, Maruti Suzuki Brezza and Skoda Kushaq?

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•4w

Go for the Maruti Suzuki Brezza. It is the most sensible choice for a second family car under Rs 10 lakh. It offers a comfortable 5-seat layout, good ground clearance and a smooth, fuss-free driving experience. The naturally aspirated petrol engine of this Maruti Suzuki car is refined and easy to live with. Plus, Maruti’s service network and low running costs make it a very easy car to own long-term. The rear seat is comfortable for family use, and the ride quality is well-suited to bad Indian city roads.The Kia Sonet and Tata Nexon are both good cars, but the Sonet’s rear seat is spacious, and the Nexon’s would also feel tight for a family of five. The Kushaq is spacious but is a more driver-focused car. The Skoda Kushaq mileage ranges from 18.72 kpl to 19.66 kpl, depending on the chosen powertrain option. It would also go well above the Rs 10 lakh mark for even the base version.The Brezza is not the most exciting car in the segment, and there is an updated one arriving in just a few weeks.

VehicleMaruti Suzuki Brezza
VehicleTata Nexon
VehicleSkoda Kushaq
VehicleKia Sonet
•8w

There are so many new fuel are introduced but vehicles compliant to them still not in the market. I was looking for sonet,brezza and kylaq as my options for my first car but this fuel uncertainty is making to push my plans. I do not have enough trust on charging infra that why not leaning toward the ev. How much I have to wait for a proper ethanol compliant car.?