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Tata Nexon iCNG vs KIA Sonet

Do you want to find out which car is the best, Tata Nexon iCNG or KIA Sonet? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Nexon iCNG and Sonet. Tata Nexon iCNG Price starts at Rs.8.23 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Smart and KIA Sonet Price starts at Rs.7.30 Lakh (ex-showroom) for HTE G1.2 Smartstream Petrol 5-Speed MT. Tata Nexon iCNG is 3 cylinder, 1199 cc Engine can generate 98.59 bhp @ 5000 power whereas KIA Sonet is a 4 cylinder, 1197 cc Engine can generate 82 bhp @ 6000 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Nexon iCNG provides a mileage of 17.44 km/kg (base model), and Sonet has a mileage of 18.83 kmpl (base model).

Nexon iCNG vs Sonet

Key HighlightsTata Nexon iCNGKIA Sonet
PriceRs.8.23 LakhRs.7.30 Lakh
Engine Capacity1199 cc1197 cc
Power98.59 bhp @ 500082 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Mileage/Range17.44 km/kg18.83 kmpl
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Tata Nexon iCNG Smart car
Tata Nexon iCNG
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KIA Sonet HTE G1.2 Smartstream Petrol 5-Speed MT car
KIA Sonet
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Rs. 7.30 Lakh
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    Specifications Overview

    Variant Name
    On Road Price
    9.21 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    8.20 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    Fuel Type
    CNG
    Petrol
    User Rating
    4.6
    4.4
    Boot Space (Litres)
    321 Litres
    385 Litres
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Engine Displacement
    1199 cc
    1197 cc
    Max Power (bhp @rpm)
    98.59 bhp @ 5000
    82 bhp @ 6000 rpm
    Colors
    Nexon iCNG Colours
    Sonet Colours
    Images
    Nexon iCNG Images
    Nexon iCNG Images
    Nexon iCNG Images
    Nexon iCNG Images
    Sonet Images
    Sonet Images
    Sonet Images
    Sonet Images
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    Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

    Front Suspension
    Independent& Lower Wishbone& McPherson Strut with Coil Spring
    McPherson Strut with Coil Spring
    Rear Suspension
    Semi-independent& Open Profile Twist Beam with Stabiliser Bar& Coil Spring and Shock Absorber
    Coupled Torsion Beam Axle with Coil Spring
    Front Brakes
    Disc
    Disc
    Rear Brakes
    Drum
    Drum
    Spare Wheel
    {195/60 R16}& Steel Rim
    {195/65 R15}& Steel Rim
    Front Tyre Size
    195/60 R16
    195/65 R15
    Rear Tyre Size
    195/60 R16
    195/65 R15
    Turning Radius
    5.1 meters
    5.1 meters
    Wheels Size
    R16
    R15
    Wheels Type
    Steel Rims
    Steel Rim With Wheel Covers

    Exterior

    Power Windows
    Front Only
    Front Only
    Rear Wiper
    Rear Defogger
    Daytime Running Lights
    check
    Automatic Headlamps
    Follow Me Home Headlamps
    Outside door handles
    Body Colored
    Body Colored
    Bumpers
    Black
    Body Coloured
    Antenna
    Sharkfin
    Roof Mounted
    Rear Spoiler
    Body Coloured Roof Mounted
    Body Coloured Roof Mounted
    Roof Rails
    Black
    Bonnet
    Manual Lift
    Manual Lift
    Outside Mirrors
    Manually Adjustable
    Electrically Adjustable
    Tail Gate
    Manual Operation
    Manual Operation
    Outside Rear View Mirrors
    Body Coloured With Indicators
    Body Coloured

    Instrumentation

    Low Fuel Level Warning
    check
    check
    Adjustable Cluster Brightness
    check
    check
    Fuel level guage
    Digital
    Digital
    Gear Indicator
    check
    check
    Shift Indicator
    check
    Tachometer
    Digital
    Analogue
    Speedometer
    Digital
    Digital
    Odometer
    Digital
    Digital

    Infotainment & Communication

    Voice Command
    Infotainment Screen
    Multifunction Display
    check
    Display Screen for Rear Passengers
    -
    Bluetooth Compatibility
    Gesture Control
    -
    Integrated Music System
    Speakers
    -
    AM/FM Radio
    check
    check
    Wireless Charger
    Front tweeters
    Android Auto and Apple Carplay

    Warranty

    Basic Warranty
    3 Years/100000 Kms
    3 Years/Unlimited Kms
    Extended Warranty
    Upto 5 Years/125000 Kms
    Upto 5 Years/unlimited Kms

    Engine & Transmission

    Engine Capacity
    1199 cc
    1197 cc
    Engine Type
    1.2L Turbocharged Revotron Engine
    Smartstream G 1.2
    No. of Cylinders
    3
    4
    No. of valves per cylinder
    4
    4
    Fuel Type
    CNG
    Petrol
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Gears
    6
    5
    Power
    98.59 bhp @ 5000
    82 bhp @ 6000 rpm
    Torque
    170 Nm @ 2000-3000 rpm
    115 Nm @ 4200 rpm
    Drivetrain
    FWD
    FWD
    ARAI Certified Economy
    17.44 km/kg
    18.83 kmpl
    Top Speed
    180 kmph
    180 kmph
    Emission Norm
    BS6 Phase 2
    BS6 Phase 2
    Turbocharger
    check
    Compression Ratio
    16:01
    10.0:2

    Comfort & Convenience

    Ventilated Seats
    Ventilated Seats Type
    AC
    check
    check
    Rear AC Vents
    check
    Automatic climate control
    Heater
    check
    check
    Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
    check
    Cruise Control
    Start / Stop Button
    Power Steering
    check
    check
    Multifunction Steering Wheel
    Leather streering wheels
    Drive Modes
    3
    -
    Keyless Entry
    Parking Assist
    check

    Safety

    Airbags
    6
    6
    ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount)
    check
    check
    Overspeed Warning
    1 beep over 80kmph & Continuous beeps over 120kmph
    1 beep over 80kmph & Continuous beeps over 120kmph
    ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
    check
    check
    EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution)
    check
    check
    EBA (Electronic Brake Assist)
    check
    check
    ESP (Electronic Stability Program)
    check
    check
    ASR / Traction Control
    -
    Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
    check
    Lane Departure Warning
    Emergency Brake Light Flashing
    -
    check
    Seat Belt Warning
    check
    check
    Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
    check
    check
    Rear Middle Head Rest
    Hill Assist
    check
    check

    Dimensions & Capacity

    Length
    3995 mm
    3995 mm
    Width
    1804 mm
    1790 mm
    Height
    1620 mm
    1642 mm
    Wheelbase
    2498 mm
    2500 mm
    Ground Clearance
    208 mm
    190 mm
    No. of Seats
    5
    5
    No. of Doors
    5
    5
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    60 Litres
    45 Litres
    Engine Oil Capacity
    3.5 Litres
    3.4 Litres
    Boot Space
    321 Litres
    385 Litres
    Kerb Weight
    1240 kg
    1287 kg
    Body Type
    SUV
    SUV

    Pros & Cons

    Pros
    • The first CNG SUV with a turbo petrol engine
    • Dual-cylinder CNG technology offers more boot space
    • The interior is filled with a plethora of features such as ventilated seats, wireless charging, a 10.25-inch screen, and more
    • Offers 100 PS of power in CNG mode
    • It has a modern design with a sharp front and rear profile
    • The Nexon boasts a 5-star GNCAP safety rating
    • It offers direct CNG start and easy switchover of CNG to Petrol or vice versa
    • It has become more stylish than its previous generation
    • The car comes with features like a 360-degree camera, a 4-way powered driver seat, a BOSE 7-speaker sound system, auto-dimming IRVM, wireless charging, and more.
    • The design includes a dual-screen connected panel with a full digital cluster. It has a 10.25-inch color LCD MID and a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment.
    • It is available with 3 engine options: 1.2-litre NA petrol, 1.0-litre turbo petrol, and a 1.5-litre diesel engine. The HTK+ variant is available with all three engine options making it a good option.
    • Diesel engine is available starting from the base HTE variant
    • Different types of transmission options are available depending on the engine. The DCT gearbox is available starting with the HTX variant at Rs 12.29 lakh.
    • The interior comes with an option of 5 colour themes and offers a premium feel
    • The car is loaded with a number of safety features. It includes 15 standard safety features. These include 6 airbags, ESP, VSC, Hill-hold assist, ABS, Brake Assist, and more.
    • Level-1 ADAS features add extra safety. They include Front Collision Warning (FCW). They also include Leading vehicle departure alert, Lane Departure Warning, Lane keep assist, and more.
    • The base variant comes with a decent number of safety features and an attractive price tag
    Cons
    • The fit and finish of the cabin is questionable
    • Tata’s after sales service is not up to mark as compared to rivals
    • The ICE version of the Nexon has some technical issues, which might also be present in the iCNG version
    • Second row is not as spacious as some of the rivals
    • 3-Cylinder engine is not as refined as some of the rival
    • No automatic transmission with the 1.2-litre NA petrol engine
    • The lower models lack features. The company only reserves most of the good features for the higher variants.
    • GTX+ & X-Line variants are the only ones that have ADAS.
    • The turbo petrol engine does not offer a complete manual transmission. Instead, it comes with a clutchless manual transmission. This might not appeal to some customers.
    • The dual-tone color option is not available until the HTX+ variant
    • The 10.25-inch infotainment does not support Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
    • The top-of-the-line X-line trim comes with a high price tag specially with diesel engine
    • The 1.2-litre petrol engine is available in three variants only
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    Detailed Comparison of Tata Nexon iCNG and KIA Sonet

    Safety

    Nexon iCNG comes loaded with ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), EBA (Electronic Brake Assist), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Hill Assist, Hill Descent Control, Central Locking, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock. Sonet has ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), EBA (Electronic Brake Assist), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Emergency Brake Light Flashing, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Hill Assist, Engine Immobiliser, Central Locking, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock.

    Body

    Nexon iCNG has doors and seats. It is an with 321 Litres boot space, 60 Litres fuel tank capacityand a ground clearance of 208 mm. It is 1804 mm wide, 1620 mm high and 3995 mm long. It has 1240 kg kerb weight and 2498 mm wheel base. Alternativelly, Sonet is an with doors and seats ,45 Litres fuel tank capacity, 385 Litres boot space, 190 mm ground clearance.It has 1642 mm height, 3995 mm length, 1790 mm width, and 1287 kgkerb weight.

    Transmission

    Tata Nexon iCNG comes with FWD and 6 Manual transmission. And Sonet comes with FWD and 5 Manual transmission.

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    Tata Nexon iCNG and KIA Sonet Owner Reviews

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      • M
        Manoj
        22 Jan 2026
        5.0
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        Nice car with great performance. The build quality is really strong, making it a wonderful and reliable vehicle. The Tata Nexon truly feels like the best and the king among Tata cars.
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      • M
        Manjunath
        21 Jan 2026
        5.0
        The front design and features are excellent, giving the car a stylish and modern look. It performs very well both on highways and in city driving, offering a smooth and confident experience even at higher speeds. Overall, it is one of the best SUV brands available and a great buy at the best price in the market.
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        Rahul
        16 Jan 2026
        5.0
        This is an awesome car with excellent safety and performance. It is the best car I have seen in my life, featuring a powerful engine and very well-controlled handling. The sports mode is especially impressive and adds to the thrilling driving experience. A truly outstanding vehicle by Tata.
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        Ghanshyam choudhary
        14 Jan 2026
        4.8
        It’s wonderful to own a Tata Nexon. A great choice for anyone looking to buy a Tata vehicle. The car is excellent in terms of safety and comes with good features. I am buying my first car, and it’s the Tata Nexon. Highly recommended to everyone!
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      • MR
        Maga Ram Panwar
        07 Jan 2026
        5.0
        00:00

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        This is a very impressive model. In the diesel segment, it meets all Tata requirements and expectations perfectly.
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