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Citroen Basalt vs Kia Sonet

In 2024 when choosing between the Citroen Basalt and Kia Sonet, assess both models based on Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, and Colours. Citroen Basalt Price starts at Rs. 7.99 Lakhs (ex-showroom price) for You 1.2 Petrol MT, Kia Sonet Price starts at Rs. 7.99 Lakhs (ex-showroom price) for HTE 1.2 Petrol MT. Basalt: 1199 cc engine, 18 to 19.5 kmpl mileage. Sonet: 998 cc engine, 18.2 kmpl mileage. Read the expert reviews to determine comfort and performance.
Basalt vs Sonet Comparison
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Basalt Sonet
BrandCitroenKia
Price₹ 7.99 Lakhs₹ 7.99 Lakhs
Mileage18 to 19.5 kmpl18.2 kmpl
Engine Capacity1199 cc998 cc
TransmissionManual, Automatic Manual, Automatic
Cylinders34

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Citroen Basalt
You 1.2 Petrol MT
₹7.99 Lakhs*
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Sonet
Kia Sonet
HTE 1.2 Petrol MT
₹7.99 Lakhs*
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Specification
Electric Motor
NoNo
Driving Range
810 km-
Acceleration (0-100 kmph)
9.95 seconds-
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)
115 Nm @ 3750 rpm115 Nm @ 4200 rpm
Transmission
Manual - 6 GearsManual - 5 Gears
Mileage (ARAI)
18 kmpl-
Max Power (bhp@rpm)
80 bhp @ 5750 rpm82 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Emission Standard
BS6 Phase 2BS6 Phase 2
Engine
1199 cc, 3 Cylinders Inline1197 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Fuel Type
PetrolPetrol
Rear Brake Type
DrumDrum
Spare Wheel
SteelSteel
Front Tyres
205 / 60 R16195 / 65 R15
Wheels
Steel RimsSteel Rims
Steering Type
Power assisted (Electric)Power assisted (Electric)
Front Brake Type
Ventilated DiscDisc
Rear Suspension
Rear Twist with Coil SpringCoupled Torsion Beam Axle with Coil Spring
Front Suspension
Macpherson Strut with Coil SpringMcPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Rear Tyres
205 / 60 R16195 / 65 R15
Length
4352 mm3995 mm
Wheelbase
2651 mm2500 mm
Height
1593 mm1570 mm
Width
1765 mm1790 mm
Bootspace
470 litres385 litres
No of Seating Rows
2 Rows2 Rows
Seating Capacity
5 Person5 Person
Doors
5 Doors5 Doors
Fuel Tank Capacity
45 litres45 litres
Features
Steering Adjustment
NoTilt
Parking Sensors
RearRear
Parking Assist
NoNo
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
NoNo
Keyless Start/ Button Start
NoNo
Air Conditioner
Yes (Manual)Yes (Manual)
Anti-glare Mirrors
Manual - Internal OnlyManual - Internal Only
12V Power Outlets
1Yes
Front AC
NoSingle Zone, Common Fan Speed Control
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
YesNo
Trip Meter
2 TripsElectronic 2 Trips
Shift Indicator
NoDynamic
Gear Indicator
YesNo
Instrument Cluster
TFTAnalogue - Digital
Average Speed
YesNo
Average Fuel Consumption
YesYes
Clock
AnalogueDigital
Door Ajar Warning
YesYes
Low Fuel Level Warning
YesYes
Distance to Empty
YesYes
Price (On-Road BreakUp)
On-Road Price
₹9,02,858₹8,97,456
Ex-Showroom Price
₹7,99,000₹7,99,000
RTO
₹59,930₹59,930
Insurance
₹43,428₹38,026
Accessories Charges
₹0₹0
FastTag Charges
₹500₹500
Other Charges
₹0₹0
EMI
₹19,405₹19,289
Expert Rating
Pros and Cons
Pros
Coupe profile looks nicely differentTurbo engine is punchyRelatively spacious cabin
Cons
Lacks NVH refinementSeveral popular features still missing

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