We Indians love SUVs, not just real SUVs but pseudo SUVs too. Since the last few years, the sub-compact SUV segment is flourishing at a very rapid pace. This segment is currently considered as the most lucrative category. So, to grab a piece of the pie, more and more carmakers are launching their sub-compact SUVs in India. The latest entrant in this segment is Kia Motors with the all-new Kia Sonet. After the grand success of the Seltos, Kia is now back with another great SUV. The primary rival of the Kia Sonet is the Hyundai Venue as they both share a lot of things. So, here we have for you a stubby comparison of the new Kia Sonet vs Hyundai Venue.
Kia Sonet vs Hyundai Venue: Dimensions
| Specification | Sonet | Venue |
| Length | 3995 mm | 3995 mm |
| Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Height | 1647 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2500 mm | 2500 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 211 mm | 190 mm |
| Boot Space | 392-litres | 350-litres |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45-litres | 45-litres |
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Kia Sonet vs Hyundai Venue: Engine and Transmission
Kia Sonet and Hyundai Venue share their platforms and engines. But, there is a big change in the powertrain of the Sonet. Both these compact-SUVs get a 1.2-litre naturally-aspirated petrol engine that churns out 83 PS of power and 115 Nm of torque. It comes mated only to a 5-speed manual gearbox in both these cars. Then we have a 1.5-litre diesel engine that delivers 100 PS of power and 240 Nm of torque. The oil-burner of the Hyundai Venue comes mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox only.
However, the Sonet gets a 6-speed manual and a 6-speed torque-converter automatic transmission. The manual variants will develop identical power and torque figures as the Venue but the AT variant will belt out 115 PS (+15 PS) of power and 250 Nm (+10 Nm) of peak torque. Both these SUVs also get a powerful 1.0-litre turbo petrol engine. This turbocharged petrol motor churns out 120 PS of power and 171 Nm of torque. The Venue comes mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox, a 6-speed iMT and a 7-speed DCT (dual-clutch transmission) while the Sonet gets a 6-speed iMT and a 7-speed DCT only.
Kia Sonet vs Hyundai Venue: Interiors and Features
Both these compact SUVs are fairly loaded with features but as the Sonet is new and fresher, it is loaded with even more bells and whistles. The Venue gets an 8.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system while the Kia Sonet gets a bigger 10.25-inch unit. Both are compatible with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity. Also, both are connected cars and while the Venue gets Hyundai's BlueLink connectivity, the Sonet gets Kia's UVO connected car features. The safety features of these compact-SUVs include up to six airbags, ABS with EBD and Brake Assist, ESC (Electronic Stability Control), HAC (Hill-start Assist Control), VSM (Vehicle Stability Management), etc.
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The upcoming Kia Sonet is expected to be launched in September this year. It is expected to be priced between Rs. 7 lakhs - Rs. 13 lakhs. Hyundai Venue, on the other hand, currently retails between Rs. 6.70 lakhs - Rs. 11.58 lakhs. All prices stick to Ex-showroom Delhi. Between these two South Korean compact-SUVs, which one will be your pick? Tell us in the comments below. You can also subscribe to our YouTube channel for more such amazing motoring updates.
