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Kia Sonet boasts of a long-list of variants, engine and transmission choices as well as colours. Its exterior styling and mile-long list of features are its biggest strenghts but Sonet also gets a premium price point which may not suit every pocket.

2020 Kia Sonet first drive review: Is it worth the hype?

Sonet [2023-2024]

The Kia Sonet is a compact SUV that seamlessly combines style, performance, and practicality. It's a versatile choice for those seeking a modern and feature-packed vehicle.
Price:
The Kia Sonet offers a range of options, with prices starting from 7.79 Lakhs and going up to 14.89 Lakhs (Ex-Showroom).
Its competitive pricing makes it accessible to a wide range of buyers.
Specs and Features:
<ul>
<li>Engine: The Sonet offers a variety of engine options, ranging from 998cc to 1493cc, delivering power between 82-118 bhp and torque from 115-172 Nm.</li>
<li>Mileage: With a mileage range of 18.2 to 24.1, it balances performance and fuel efficiency effectively.</li>
<li>Transmission: Choose between Manual and Automatic transmissions to match your driving style.</li>
<li>Safety Features: The Sonet prioritizes safety with features like Antilock Braking System, Airbags, and Parking Sensors.</li>
<li>Comfort: Enjoy features like Alloy Wheels, Rear AC Vents, Automatic Climate Control, and Power Steering for a comfortable ride.</li>
<li>Additional Features: Keyless Entry, Sunroof, Turbo Engine, Cruise Control, and a 5-seater capacity add to its appeal.</li>
<li>Fuel Types: The Sonet offers both Petrol and Diesel options to cater to different preferences.</li>
<li>Body Type: It's classified as a Compact SUV.</li>
</ul>
Rivals:
The Kia Sonet faces competition from Tata Nexon, Tata Punch, Mahindra Bolero Neo, Renault Kiger, and Tata Punch CNG.
When compared to its rivals, the Sonet stands out with its wide range of engine options, diverse features, and competitive pricing.
 
In summary, the Kia Sonet is a well-rounded compact SUV that offers a compelling package. With competitive pricing, a variety of engine options, and a focus on safety and comfort, it's suitable for a broad range of buyers. Whether you prioritize performance, features, or value for money, the Sonet is a reliable choice worth considering in its segment.

After the Seltos SUV and Carnival luxury MPV, Kia Motors is ready with its third offering for India in the form of Sonet sub-compact SUV which goes on sale from September 18. Kia Sonet has managed to create a whole lot of buzz and will enter the extremely lucrative sub-compact SUV segment which is also hotly contested.

The Indian car-buying audience has shown a preference towards SUVs in recent times and Kia seems to have sensed what car customers here desire as it struck the right chords with its initial offerings, especially Seltos. But the game is bigger this time and stakes even higher.

The Sonet has been placed in a segment which is booming not just in India, but globally. So much so, that sub-compact segment is eating up demands from the sedan segment. As a result, almost every car company is either already present in this space or is planning a new product for future launch. In India, Maruti's Vitara Brezza set sales standards in the sub-compact SUV space, while Hyundai Venue has now managed to carve a lead of sorts. And good for Kia, since the Sonet is a technical cousin of the Venue and underneath, both share the same DNA.

<h2>So what is Sonet all about?</h2>Just like the Seltos, Kia is following the same dual trim concept on the Sonet as well. There will be a Techline trim and a premium GT Line. While the overall design on the outside remains the same, there will be several key elements that differentiate both the lines. For example, the Techline trims will have a slightly basic decor against the GT Line which will feature dedicated GT Line emblem, sporty red accents, all black interiors and what not. On the other hand, the Techline trims will use more silver accents with slightly sedate, easy to the eye, styling touches.

The Sonet boasts a very bold styling package and it certainly is a head turner on the roads. Its front signature tiger nose grille is flanked by distinctive Crown Jewel LED headlamps and ‘Heartbeat’ LED DRLs which make its look unique. Over the side, the sub 4 metre SUV packs a clean look and bits like roof rails, sharp looking alloy wheels and bulbous wheel arches add to its masculine appearance. And what really stands out is its connected taillight unit with LED tail lamps and dual muffler design on the rear bumper.

How is it on the inside?

Kia has left no stones unturned to make sure that the Sonet gives a very premium and upmarket feel, especially to the buyers of this segment. The inside space, especially the dash has old-school vibes since it feels narrow and tall and you’ll find plenty of vertical elements including the air con vents. And what sort of pulls instant attention is the massive 10.25 inch touchscreen which appears to be a part of the driver’s display as it sits in the same panel. The higher trims get a 4.2 inch driver’s display with advanced driver assist screens.

The overall quality levels are appreciable too, right up there with the benchmarks including the Hyundai Venue. Specific to the GT Line on the inside is the all-black treatment, red stitching and also the D-Cut steering wheel.

There are a plenty of storage spaces in the front row to keep the regular everyday paraphernalia, and the higher trims also benefit from Wireless Charging slot which has been placed at a very convenient position at the center console.

Kia has also upped the ante with the addition of features including Over The Air updates and UVO connectivity. Using the latter, you can control certain features inside the Sonet remotely such as like lock/unlock, engine start and stop, AC and much more via a dedicated smart phone application. While remotely controlling some features of the car sure looks intriguing, but it isn’t exactly precise in functionality. As the commands sometimes take longer than expected to be executed and on other times, they simply fail. But that also depends upon your network connectivity and of course, the location.

Sonet also gets AI voice recognition system which is fairly handy to use. It responds to you ‘Hello Kia’ input and there’s also a dedicated button on its multi-function steering wheel for the same.

Also what’s worth a mention is that Kia claims that the Sonet has 33 segment leading featuring and while not all can be mentioned in this story, the fact that it gets Bose audio system with 7 speakers, front ventilated seats, wireless charger, sound mood lighting and more, simply makes the Sonet the first of its kind car, when features are taken into consideration.

How are the rear seats?

Hop on to the rear seats and the Sonet is impressive in this department as well. There's rear seat ventilation above which sits a display which tells status of air purifier, below this panel is a space to keep your phone and there's also a USB charging socket which, of course, is a welcoming addition. The rear seat passengers also get a hand rest for extended support.

The only downside of the Sonet's second row is the overall space. While the headroom is sufficient for a 5'10, leg room simply isn't the best. Overall space in the back is more than comfortable for two, while three will definitely rub shoulders.

How is it to drive?

Sonet is all about extensive options list, be it in terms of its variants, features, engine or transmission. There’s so much to the Sonet and it is anything but basic. It gets 4 different engine and 5 transmission options. And we got a chance to drive the 1.0-litre turbo petrol engine with 6-speed iMT transmission first.

The engine feels surprisingly refined and sporty from the word go and picks up pace in no time. There is a surge from 2,000 rpm - 3000 rpm, thereafter the power is linearly spread throughout the rev range. The engine also has enough torque whenever making quick transitions on the highway to overtake another vehicles. And within the city limits, it is fairly quite and convenient. Coming on to the iMT, the gearbox is the same as seen on the Hyundai Venue. It is basically a manual minus a clutch. All you need to do is change the gears without the clutch and let the left leg go to sleep.

We also got a chance to drive the (115 PS/250 Nm) 1.5-litre diesel with a 6-speed smart AT gearbox. The higher torque on the diesel was visible from as low as 2,000 rpm and the engine had a very strong mid-range punch as you’d expect from unit of its size. It felt punchy and very responsive which can also be credited to its 6-speed smart AT gearbox which shifts gears quickly and there’s no significant lag felt when moving up or down the gears. Perhaps one of the best engine/transmission combo on the entire Sonet lineup.

How is the ride quality?

The suspension setup feels balanced but it is slightly on the stiffer side, unlike the Venue which has a softer ride. Thanks to the slightly stiffer geometry, it promises to keep the driver engaged around the corners and at the same time, tries to soaks up all the undulations. Also, there isn't much body roll to talk about whenever you are hugging a corner.

While the suspension feels balanced, and manages to iron out all the 'minor undulations' on the city roads, slightly stiffer tuning gives it a harsh and bumpy ride on uneven surfaces. So if your city has bad roads, Sonet might may not be the wisest choice to go with.

Looks like Kia has another potential winner in its hand in the form of the Sonet and why is that? It’s easy, Sonet has everything needed to set the segment on fire and if Kia once again gets the pricing right as it did with the Seltos, Sonet will help Kia to cement its position further in the market. (December 2023 update: Kia Sonet starts at ₹7.79 lakh and goes up to ₹14.89 lakh)

Also it will be rather interesting to see how it fares against its arch rival the Hyundai Venue, which is basically the same wine in a different bottle!

HTE 1.2 Petrol MT

HTK 1.2 Petrol MT

HTK Plus 1.2 Petrol MT

HTE 1.5 Diesel iMT

HTK Plus 1.0 Turbo Petrol iMT

HTK 1.5 Diesel iMT

HTX 1.0 Turbo Petrol iMT

HTK Plus 1.5 Diesel iMT

Aurochs Edition 1.0 Petrol iMT

HTX 1.0 Turbo Petrol DCT

Aurochs Edition 1.0 Petrol 7DCT

HTX 1.5 Diesel iMT

HTX Plus 1.0 Turbo Petrol iMT

HTX Plus 1.0 Turbo Petrol iMT Dual Tone

GTX Plus 1.0 Turbo Petrol iMT

Aurochs Edition 1.5 Diesel iMT

GTX Plus 1.0 Turbo Petrol iMT Dual Tone

HTX 1.5 Diesel AT

GTX Plus 1.0 Turbo Petrol DCT

GTX Plus 1.0 Turbo Petrol DCT Dual Tone

X Line 1.0 Turbo Petrol DCT

HTX Plus 1.5 Diesel iMT

Aurochs Edition 1.5 Diesel AT

HTX Plus 1.5 Diesel iMT Dual Tone

GTX Plus 1.5 Diesel iMT

GTX Plus 1.5 Diesel iMT Dual Tone

GTX Plus 1.5 Diesel AT

GTX Plus 1.5 Diesel AT Dual Tone

X Line 1.5 Diesel AT

Kia Carens starts at Rs 10.52 Lakh. Explore on-road price, mileage, specs, features, and reviews for this premium MPV offering style, comfort, and advanced technology.

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Kia Carens: First Drive Review

Carens

Kia Carens Launch Date 

 
The Kia Carens debuted on 15th February 2022 in India. Kia Carens come as a recreational vehicle that can accommodate a large Indian family. The new Kia Carens MPV is available with both petrol and diesel engines, as well as manual and automatic transmissions. 
 
 Kia Carens Price: 

 
Kia Carens' prices range from Rs. 8.99 lakh to Rs. 16.99 lakh. The Kia Carens come in 19 different varieties, with the Premium model being the most affordable and the Kia Carens Luxury Plus Diesel AT 6 STR being the most expensive. 
 
 Kia Carens Features : 

 
The Kia Carens MPV comes with a new design language boasting a strong front bumper with big air intakes, trademark LED DRLs, and sleek LED headlights. The new Kia logo is also on the hood, as is a thin gloss-black strip that connects the lights on both ends. Sporty alloy wheels, powerful character lines, and roof rails are the additions to the side. The wraparound LED taillamps joined by an LED strip, as well as the sculpted tailgate and back bumper, give the Kia Carens a sporty SUV-like appearance. Kia has also used enough chrome to give the vehicle a premium look. The Kia Carens feature a 10.25-inch touchscreen, a 12.5-inch digital instrument cluster, wireless charging, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, auto climate control, an 8-speaker Bose sound system, multiple USB charging points, ambient mood lighting, spotlights, rear table trays, and a sunroof on the inside. The Kia Carens come equipped with six airbags and four-wheel disc brakes as standard, as well as other driver assistance systems such as electronic stability control, hill descent control, rollover mitigation, and hill assist. 
 
 Kia Carens Performance: 

 
The Kia Carens MPV comes in 3 variants: Two petrol and one diesel engine, which includes a naturally aspirated 1.5-litre petrol engine, a 1.4-litre turbo petrol motor, and a 1.5-litre diesel mill. The 1.5-litre petrol engine churns out 113 bhp with 144 Nm of torque, whereas the 1.4-litre T-GDi turbo petrol engine develops 138 bhp with 242 Nm of peak torque. The diesel mill produces 113 bhp and 250 Nm. A 6-speed manual transmission is standard, with an automatic 7-speed DCT and a 6-speed torque converter available as options. 
 
 Kia Carens Capacity: 

 
The gasoline tank capacity of the Kia Carens is 45 liters. The Kia Carens can accommodate 7 people. The Kia Carens MPV has 216 liters of cargo capacity with all three seats up and offers 645 liters of boot space with the third row folded flat. 
 
 Kia Carens Rivals: 

 

Hyundai Alcazar, Mahindra Marazzo, Toyota Innova Crysta and Maruti Suzuki Ertiga are the direct rivals of Kia Carens.

MPVs are often ignored by people when they are out in the market to buy a new car. Yes, MPVs do make a lot of sense for Indian families, they are spacious, and practical and would fulfil most of the household needs. However, not everyone prefers their design or wants to be seen in them. This is where the Carens from Kia changed the game. It is an MPV that takes design inspiration from SUVs.

<a class="manualbacklink" target="_blank" href="https://auto.hindustantimes.com/new-cars/kia">Kia </a>used to offer the Carens with three engine options - 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol, 1.4-litre turbo petrol and a 1.5-litre diesel engine. A few months back, the 1.4-litre turbo petrol engine was replaced by a 1.5-litre turbo unit. The new engine is offered with a 6-speed iMT and a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. We got to review the 1.5-litre turbo with DCT transmission and here are my thoughts about it.

<h2>Kia Carens 1.5 Turbo: Powertrain</h2>The 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine gets a direct injection. It produces 158 bhp of max power and 253 Nm of peak torque. That is a bump of 20 bhp and 11 Nm over the 1.4-litre turbocharged petrol engine.

Kia Carens

The engine pulls quite hard and there is plenty of torque available for quick overtakes. The power is delivered in a linear manner and there is torque available throughout the rev range. The engine is very smooth and refined too which helps in keeping the cabin quiet. There are three driving modes on offer - Eco, Normal and Sport. The Eco mode is plenty to drive in the city and the Normal mode is suited for driving on the highways. The Sport mode is where things get a bit serious as the engine gets more responsive, the transmission holds on to the gear and shifting gears can be a bit jerky.

Speaking of transmission, it is very seamless in Eco and Normal mode, most of the time the gearshifts are not even noticeable. It tries to hold on to the second gear in traffic which can make the driver feel a bit of lag. However, there are paddle shifters using which the driver can take manual control of the gearbox and they respond fairly quickly.

<h2>Kia Carens 1.5 Turbo: Ride and handling</h2>

In terms of ride quality, the <a class="autobacklink-topic" target="_blank" href="https://auto.hindustantimes.com/new-cars/kia/carens" data-name="Carens">Carens</a> is quite comfortable. The suspension does a good job of ironing out bumps and potholes. The steering is light which makes it quite easy to drive in cities. However, as soon as you show Carens some corners, you are immediately reminded that it is an MPV because of the body roll.

<h2>Kia Carens 1.5 Turbo: Fuel efficiency</h2>In the city, we managed to get a fuel efficiency figure of just under 10 kmpl whereas out on the highways, the fuel efficiency climbed up to 17 kmpl.

<h2>Watch: Kia Carens Diesel: First Drive Review</h2>

<h2>Kia Carens 1.5 Turbo: Verdict</h2>

If you are looking for a people mover that does not look like a typical MPV, then you can take a look at the Carens. It comes packed with features, has an up-market interior and a powerful engine. So, it can serve as a family vehicle with a hint of enthusiasm because of that turbo engine.

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