Kia Sonet
Kia Sonet (QY) | |
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Overview | |
Manufacturer | Kia |
Production | 2020–present |
Assembly | India: Anantapur, Andhra Pradesh (Kia India) |
Body and chassis | |
Class | Subcompact crossover SUV |
Body style | 5-door SUV |
Layout | Front-engine, front-wheel-drive |
Platform | Hyundai-Kia K2 |
Related | Hyundai Venue (QXi) |
Powertrain | |
Engine | |
Transmission |
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Dimensions | |
Wheelbase | 2,500 mm (98.4 in) |
Length | 3,995–4,120 mm (157.3–162.2 in) |
Width | 1,790 mm (70.5 in) |
Height | 1,615–1,647 mm (63.6–64.8 in) |
The Kia Sonet is a subcompact crossover SUV manufactured by Kia since 2020. The Sonet slots below the Seltos and is closely related to the similarly-sized sibling Hyundai Venue.[1][2][3] It is developed for the Indian market and is solely manufactured in India.[4]
Overview[]
The Sonet was previewed as the Sonet Concept in February 2020.[5] The production version made its global debut on 7 August 2020 and was sold starting from 18 September 2020 in India.[6][7][8] It is the third model from Kia in India after the Seltos and the Carnival.[9]
In the Indian market, the Sonet occupies the sub-4-metre SUV category with its 3,995 mm (157.3 in) length dimension, benefitting from the Indian tax benefits for cars shorter than 4 meters. However, the Sonet is equipped with different front and rear bumpers for export markets, increasing its length to 4,120 mm (162.2 in).[10][11]
Kia claimed that the Sonet uses high strength steel structure that helps in reducing the impact of severe accidents. Some of its safety features for its top trims include six airbags, electronic stability control, anti-lock braking system, hill start assistance control, vehicle stability management system, speed alert system, electronic traction control, parking sensors, braking assistance and driver’s seat belts given with pre-tensioners.[12]
A version of the Sonet with three-row seating was introduced in Indonesia in April 2021.[13] Marketed as the "Sonet 7", the third row bench seat is installed without any exterior bodywork changes, meaning with the third row seat up, the boot space is effectively eliminated. The Sonet 7 is also equipped with a roof-mounted air circulator system, and a revised second row bench seat with split folding and a one-touch folding mechanism which allows access to the third row.[14]
Engines[]
Petrol engines | ||||
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Model | Engine | Power | Torque | Transmissions |
1.0 L Kappa II T-GDi | 998 cc (60.9 cu in) turbocharged I3 | 120 PS (88 kW; 118 hp) @ 6,000 rpm | 172 N⋅m (17.5 kg⋅m; 127 lb⋅ft) @ 1,500–4,000 rpm | 6-speed clutchless manual 7-speed DCT |
Smartstream G1.2 MPi | 1,197 cc (73.0 cu in) I4 | 83 PS (61 kW; 82 hp) @ 6,300 rpm | 115 N⋅m (11.7 kg⋅m; 84.8 lb⋅ft) @ 4,200 rpm | 5-speed manual |
Smartstream G1.5 MPi | 1,497 cc (91.4 cu in) I4 | 115 PS (85 kW; 113 hp) @ 6,300 rpm | 144 N⋅m (14.7 kg⋅m; 106 lb⋅ft) @ 4,500 rpm | 6-speed manual CVT |
Diesel engines | ||||
Model | Engine | Power | Torque | Transmissions |
1.5 L Smartstream D1.5 CRDi WGT | 1,493 cc (91.1 cu in) turbocharged I4 | 100 PS (74 kW; 99 hp) @ 4,000 rpm | 240 N⋅m (24.5 kg⋅m; 177 lb⋅ft) @ 1,500–2,750 rpm | 6-speed manual |
1.5 L Smartstream D1.5 CRDi VGT | 1,493 cc (91.1 cu in) turbocharged I4 | 115 PS (85 kW; 113 hp) @ 4,000 rpm | 250 N⋅m (25.5 kg⋅m; 184 lb⋅ft) @ 1,500–2,750 rpm | 6-speed automatic |
Gallery[]
2021 Sonet GTX+ CRDi (India)
Rear view (India)
Interior
Smartstream G1.5 petrol engine
Sales[]
Calendar year | India |
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2020 | 38,363[15] |
References[]
- ^ "Kia Sonet launch: Kia Sonet SUV premiered, to offer 3 engine options". The Times of India. 2020-08-07. Retrieved 2020-08-07.
- ^ Mihalascu, Dan (2020-08-07). "2021 Kia Sonet Encapsulates The Brand's SUV Know-How In A Tiny Package". Carscoops. Retrieved 2020-08-07.
- ^ "New Kia Sonet revealed! Baby SUV locked in for SA launch..." CARMag. Retrieved 2020-08-07.
- ^ "Kia Sonet launch: 5 things known about Kia Sonet SUV ahead of debut | - Times of India". The Times of India. 2020-07-31. Retrieved 2021-03-01.
- ^ "Kia Sonet concept: What you need to know". Autocar India. Retrieved 2020-08-07.
- ^ "2021 Kia Sonet Encapsulates The Brand's SUV Know-How In A Tiny Package". Carscoops. 2020-08-07. Retrieved 2020-10-06.
- ^ "Kia Sonet compact SUV revealed". Autocar India. Retrieved 2020-08-07.
- ^ "All-New Kia Sonet Make Its World Debut Live On Youtube". Indianautosblog. Retrieved 2020-08-07.
- ^ "Kia Sonet compact SUV Launched In India; Prices Start At ₹ 6.71 Lakh". CarandBike. 2020-09-18. Retrieved 2020-09-18.
- ^ "Kia Sonet For Indonesia Is 125mm Longer Than Sonet In India - Launch 11th Nov". RushLane. 2020-11-08. Retrieved 2021-03-01.
- ^ "FormaCar: Kia Sonet receives a makeover for Indonesia". www.formacar.com. Retrieved 2021-03-01.
- ^ Moin, Rafique (28 October 2020). "1st Generation KIA sonet". . Retrieved 28 October 2020.
- ^ "Kia Sonet 7 Seater Makes Global Debut - Gets Added Features". RushLane. 2021-04-08. Retrieved 2021-06-11.
- ^ "World Premiere, KIA Sonet 7-Seater Resmi Diluncurkan dengan Banderol Mulai Rp 199,5 Juta - Semua Halaman - GridOto.com". GridOto.com (in Indonesian). Retrieved 2021-06-11.
- ^ "OEMwise & Modelwise Car Sales Figures for Calendar Year 2020". Autopunditz. 2021-02-23. Retrieved 2021-02-27.
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