KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Kia Sonet facelift bookings open tonight
- Gets feature and cosmetic enhancements
- Booking token set at Rs. 25,000; More details below
Kia India is set to open bookings for the all-new Kia Sonet facelift starting tomorrow, 20th December, at midnight. The booking amount for the compact SUV is Rs. 25,000, and interested customers can reserve their Sonet facelift through Kia India's official website, smartphone app, and authorized dealerships nationwide. Also, If you are someone with a passion for engines mounted on wheels, you must join our Whatsapp Group Community of petrolheads to find out more exciting stuff about the Auto world.
Read on to find out more details about the SUV and much more.
Kia Sonet Facelift: Bookings Kick-Off From Today Midnight
The updated Sonet showcases a refreshed design, featuring new LED headlamps with integrated DRLs, revised front and rear bumpers, vertically-stacked LED taillights, LED fog lights, and a new rear skid plate. Additional enhancements include an LED bar on the boot lid, updated bumpers, and new 16-inch alloy wheels. Inside, the Sonet boasts a larger infotainment screen and a digital instrument cluster, aligning with the design seen in the new Seltos SUV.
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The refreshed Kia Sonet will be available in seven variants: HTE, HTK, HTK+, HTX, HTX+, GTX, and X-Line. Meanwhile, it offers a diverse range of exterior color options, including Glacier White Pearl, Sparkling Silver, Gravity Grey, Aurora Black Pearl, Intense Red, Imperial Blue, Clear White, Pewter Olive, Intense Red with a black roof, Glacier White Pearl with a black roof, and Matte Graphite.
Engine Details
The refreshed Kia Sonet retains its existing engine lineup. The 1.2-litre NA petrol engine, coupled with a 5-speed manual gearbox, produces 82 bhp and 115 Nm. The 1.0-litre turbo petrol engine, paired with 6iMT and 7DCT transmissions, delivers 118 bhp and 172 Nm. The 1.5-litre diesel engine, available with 6iMT and 6AT transmissions, generates 114 bhp and 250 Nm. Meanwhile, Automatic variants of the Sonet facelift come with traction modes (Sand, Mud, Wet) and drive modes (Normal, Eco, Sports), along with paddle shifters.
Verdict
The updated Kia Sonet appears to strengthen its position in the highly competitive subcompact SUV segment. With added features such as ADAS, a larger touchscreen, and a digital instrument cluster, it aims to enhance its mass appeal. While maintaining the trust factor with familiar engine options, the Sonet faces a challenging road ahead, especially with competitors like the Tata Nexon in the mix. However, a renewed battle for the top spot in the segment is set to unfold as the refreshed Sonet arrives in showrooms.
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