The recently launched Kia Sonet facelift is priced between Rs 7.99 lakh and Rs 14.69 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). This updated version features cosmetic enhancements, including a new headlamp and tail-lamp design, as well as updated front and rear bumpers. The three variants offered are Tech Line, GT Line, and X-Line, with the Tech Line further divided into HTE, HTK, HTK+, HTX, and HTX+ trims. Here’s a breakdown of the powertrains and features for each trim
Powertrains:
Petrol Options:
– 83hp, 1.2-litre, four-cylinder engine with a 5-speed manual gearbox.
– 120hp, 1.0-litre, three-cylinder turbo-petrol unit with a 6-speed iMT gearbox or a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox.
Diesel Option:
– 116hp, 1.5-litre, four-cylinder engine with three gearbox options – 6-speed manual, 6-speed iMT, and 6-speed torque converter automatic gearbox.
Trim-wise Features:
1. Kia Sonet HTE (Rs 7.99 lakh-9.79 lakh)
– 1.2-litre petrol MT, 1.5-litre diesel MT
– Notable features: 15-inch Steel Wheels, Halogen headlamps, Electric power steering, 6 Airbags, ABS with EBD, Hill ascent control.
2. Kia Sonet HTK (Rs 8.79 lakh-10.39 lakh)
– In addition to HTE trim features.
– Notable additions: 16-inch dual-tone alloys, Roof Rack, 8.0-inch touchscreen infotainment, Follow me home headlamps.
3. Kia Sonet HTK+ (Rs 9.89 lakh-11.39 lakh)
– In addition to HTK trim features.
– Notable additions: LED DRLs, Electric sunroof, Automatic AC, Rear defogger, Push button start.
4. Kia Sonet HTX (Rs 11.49 lakh-12.99 lakh)
– In addition to HTK+ trim features.
– Notable additions: LED headlamps, Rear 60:40 split seats, Cruise control, Paddle shifters.
5. Kia Sonet HTX+ (Rs 13.39 lakh-14.39 lakh)
– In addition to HTX trim features.
– Notable additions: Ambient lights, 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment, 7-speaker Bose audio system, Wireless Charger, Air Purifier.
6. Kia Sonet GTX+ (Rs 14.49 lakh-15.49 lakh)
– In addition to HTX+ trim features.
– Notable additions: 16-inch alloys with sportier design, GT styling for exterior and interior, 360-degree camera with blind view monitor.
7. Kia Sonet X-Line (Rs 14.69 lakh-15.69 lakh)
– In addition to GTX+ trim features.
– Notable additions: X-line Interior and Styling, All Windows one-touch auto up/down with anti-pinch.
Safety Features:
All variants include six airbags, hill-start assist, a tyre pressure monitoring system, Electronic Stability Control (ESC), and all-wheel disc brakes. The higher trims, GT Line and X-Line, come with additional features like cornering lamps and a 360-degree camera.
Rivals:
The Kia Sonet facelift competes with vehicles such as the Hyundai Venue, Tata Nexon, Mahindra XUV300, Nissan Magnite, Renault Kiger, and Maruti Brezza in the highly competitive segment.
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