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Kia Sonet vs Volkswagen Taigun

In 2024 when choosing between the Kia Sonet and Volkswagen Taigun, assess both models based on Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, and Colours.

Kia Sonet Price starts at Rs. 7.99 Lakhs (ex-showroom price) for HTE 1.2 Petrol MT, Volkswagen Taigun Price starts at Rs. 11.7 Lakhs (ex-showroom price) for Comfortline 1.0 TSI MT. Sonet: 998 cc engine, 18.2 kmpl mileage. Taigun: 999 cc engine, 18.15 to 19.87 kmpl mileage. Read the expert reviews to determine comfort and performance.
Sonet vs Taigun Comparison
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Sonet Taigun
BrandKiaVolkswagen
Price₹ 7.99 Lakhs₹ 11.7 Lakhs
Mileage18.2 kmpl18.15 to 19.87 kmpl
Engine Capacity998 cc999 cc
TransmissionManual, Automatic Manual, Automatic
Cylinders43

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Sonet
Kia Sonet
HTE 1.2 Petrol MT
₹7.99 Lakhs*
*Ex-showroom price
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Taigun
Volkswagen Taigun
Comfortline 1.0 TSI MT
₹11.70 Lakhs*
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Specification
Others
Idle Start/Stop-
Electric Motor
No-
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)
115 Nm @ 4200 rpm178 Nm @ 1750 rpm
Transmission
Manual - 5 GearsManual - 6 Gears
Max Power (bhp@rpm)
82 bhp @ 6000 rpm114 bhp @ 5000 rpm
Drivetrain
FWDFWD
Emission Standard
BS6 Phase 2BS 6
Engine
1197 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC999 cc, 3 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Fuel Type
PetrolPetrol
Rear Brake Type
DrumDrum
Spare Wheel
SteelSpace Saver
Front Tyres
195 / 65 R15205 / 60 R16
Wheels
Steel RimsSteel Rims
Steering Type
Power assisted (Electric)Power assisted (Electric)
Front Brake Type
DiscDisc
Rear Suspension
Coupled Torsion Beam Axle with Coil SpringTwist Beam Axle
Front Suspension
McPherson Strut with Coil SpringMcPherson Suspension and Stabiliser Bar
Rear Tyres
195 / 65 R15205 / 60 R16
Length
3995 mm4221 mm
Wheelbase
2500 mm2651 mm
Height
1570 mm1612 mm
Width
1790 mm1760 mm
No of Seating Rows
2 Rows2 Rows
Bootspace
385 litres385 litres
Seating Capacity
5 Person5 Person
Doors
5 Doors5 Doors
Fuel Tank Capacity
45 litres50 litres
Features
Steering Adjustment
TiltManual Tilt & Telescopic
Cabin-Boot Access
YesYes
Heater
YesYes
Cruise Control
NoNo
Parking Sensors
RearRear
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
NoCo-Driver Only
Parking Assist
NoNo
Keyless Start/ Button Start
NoNo
Air Conditioner
Yes (Manual)Yes (Manual)
Anti-glare Mirrors
Manual - Internal OnlyManual - Internal Only
Headlight & Ignition On Reminder
YesYes
12V Power Outlets
YesYes
Front AC
Single Zone, Common Fan Speed ControlSingle Zone, Common Fan Speed Control
Rear AC
Blower, Vents Behind Front ArmrestBlower, Vents Behind Front Armrest
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
No-
Trip Meter
Electronic 2 Trips-
Shift Indicator
Dynamic-
Door Ajar Warning
YesYes
Clock
Digital-
Low Fuel Level Warning
YesYes
Tachometer
Analogue-
Instantaneous Consumption
Yes-
Gear Indicator
No-
Instrument Cluster
Analogue - Digital-
Average Speed
NoYes
Heads Up Display (HUD)
NoNo
Average Fuel Consumption
YesYes
Distance to Empty
YesYes
Price (On-Road BreakUp)
On-Road Price
₹9,07,858₹13,49,410
Ex-Showroom Price
₹7,99,000₹11,69,900
RTO
₹64,930₹1,28,990
Insurance
₹43,428₹50,020
Accessories Charges
₹0₹0
FastTag Charges
₹500₹500
Other Charges
₹0₹0
EMI
₹19,513₹29,004
Expert Rating
Pros and Cons
Pros
Sporty looks Exhaustive feature listADAS
Cons
Limited rear-seat spaceA fair bit of body roll at high speeds

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