Kia Sonet [2024-2024] vs Honda City

CarWale brings you comparison of Kia Sonet [2024-2024] and Honda City. The Kia Sonet [2024-2024] price is Rs. 7.99 Lakh and Honda City price is Rs. 11.86 Lakh. The Kia Sonet [2024-2024] is available in 1197 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Petrol and Honda City is available in 1498 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Petrol. City provides the mileage of 17.8 kmpl.

Sonet [2024-2024] vs City Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	Sonet [2024-2024]	City
Price	Rs. 7.99 Lakh	Rs. 11.86 Lakh
Engine Capacity	1197 cc	1498 cc
Power	82 bhp	119 bhp
Transmission	Manual	Manual
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol

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Kia Sonet [2024-2024]

HTE 1.2 Petrol MT

Rs. 7.99 Lakh

Last Recorded Price

Honda City

SV Petrol MT

Rs. 11.86 Lakh

Avg. Ex-Showroom price

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Kia Sonet [2024-2024]

HTE 1.2 Petrol MT

Honda City

SV Petrol MT

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SPECIFICATIONS
FEATURES
BROCHURE
COLOURS
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SPECIFICATIONS
FEATURES
BROCHURE
COLOURS
USER REVIEWS

Specifications and Finance

Finance

Engine & Transmission

Engine	1197 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC	1498 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Engine Type	Smartstream G 1.2	1.5 i-VTEC with VTC
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	82 bhp @ 6000 rpm	119 bhp @ 6600 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	115 Nm @ 4200 rpm	145 Nm @ 4300 rpm
Mileage (ARAI) (kmpl)		17.8View Mileage Details
Driving Range (km)		712
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Transmission	Manual - 5 Gears	Manual - 6 Gears
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2	BS6 Phase 2
Electric Motor
Others	Idle Start/Stop

Dimensions & Weight
Capacity

Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres

Front Suspension	McPherson Strut with Coil Spring	McPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Rear Suspension	Coupled Torsion Beam Axle with Coil Spring	Torsion Beam with Coil Spring
Front Brake Type	Disc	Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type	Drum	Drum
Minimum Turning Radius (metres)		5.3
Steering Type	Power assisted (Electric)	Power assisted (Electric)
Wheels	Steel Rims	Steel Rims
Spare Wheel	Steel	Steel
Front Tyres	195 / 65 R15	185 / 60 R15
Rear Tyres	195 / 65 R15	185 / 60 R15

Features

Safety

Overspeed Warning	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
NCAP Rating	Not Tested	5 Star (ASEAN NCAP)
Airbags	6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)	4 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
Rear Middle Head Rest
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Child Seat Anchor Points
Seat Belt Warning

Braking & Traction

Locks & Security

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes (Manual)	Yes (Automatic Climate Control)
Front AC	Single Zone, Common Fan Speed Control	Single Zone, Common Fan Speed Control
Rear AC	Blower, Vents Behind Front Armrest	Blower, Vents Behind Front Armrest
Heater
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors		Driver & Co-Driver
Cabin Boot Access
Anti-glare Mirrors	Manual - Internal Only	Manual - Internal Only
Parking Assist		Reverse Camera with Guidance
Parking Sensors	Rear	Rear
Headlight and Ignition On Reminder
Keyless Start/ Button Start
Steering Adjustment	Tilt	Tilt & Telescopic
12V Power Outlets		3

Mobile App Features

Seats & Upholstery

Driver Seat Adjustment	6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)	8 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down, seat height up / down)
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment	6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)	6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)
Rear Row Seat Adjustment		2 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down)
Seat Upholstery	Leatherette	Fabric
Driver Armrest
Rear Passenger Seat Type	Bench	Bench
Interiors	Single Tone	Dual Tone
Interior Colours	Black	Beige & Black
Rear Armrest		With Cup Holder
Folding Rear Seat	Full
Headrests	Front & Rear	Front & Rear

Storage

Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

ORVM Colour	Body Coloured	Body Coloured
Scuff Plates	Plastic
Power Windows	Front Only	Front & Rear
One Touch Down		Driver
One Touch Up		Driver
Adjustable ORVMs	Electrically Adjustable	Electrically Adjustable & Retractable
Turn Indicators on ORVMs
Rear Defogger
Exterior Door Handles	Body Coloured	Body Coloured
Interior Door Handles	Silver	Painted
Door Pockets	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Bootlid Opener	Electric Tailgate Release	Electric Tailgate Release

Exterior

Lighting

Instrumentation

Instantaneous Consumption
Instrument Cluster	Analogue - Digital	Analogue - Digital
Trip Meter	Electronic 2 Trips	Electronic 2 Trips
Average Fuel Consumption
Distance to Empty
Clock	Digital	Digital
Low Fuel Level Warning
Door Ajar Warning
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
Gear Indicator
Shift Indicator
Tachometer	Analogue	Analogue

Entertainment, Information & Communication

Android Auto		Wired
Apple CarPlay		Wired
Display		Touch-screen Display
Touchscreen Size (inch)		8
Integrated (in-dash) Music System
Speakers		4
Steering-mounted controls
Voice Command
GPS Navigation System
Bluetooth Compatibility		Phone & Audio Streaming
AUX Compatibility
AM/FM Radio
USB Compatibility
iPod Compatibility

Manufacturer Warranty

Brochure

Colours

	Gravity Grey	Golden Brown Metallic
	Sparkling Silver	Meteoroid Grey Metallic
	Intense Red	Lunar Silver Metallic
	Clear White	Platinum White Pearl

User Reviews

Overall Rating

4.5/5

12 Ratings

4.5/5

22 Ratings

Rating Parameters	4.7Exterior	4.5Exterior
	4.4Comfort	4.6Comfort
	4.4Performance	4.6Performance
	4.0Fuel Economy	4.0Fuel Economy
	4.4Value for Money	4.5Value for Money

Most Helpful Review

Fantastic car

It's really fantastic car ,looking watching and driving so beautiful and comfortable car ,I have first seen and bye car ,so amazing features and designing and upgrade all the components and best car in the world so beautiful car. Kia sonet Best features and specifications and mileage review good and fantastic

Reliable predictable and consistent performance

I drove this car to Badrinath , Really enjoy the driving it's movability and engine is really very smooth Very good car If you drive between 60 to 70 km/h We get average 20++ AC is very effective

More Expert Reviews on Sonet [2024-2024] and City

Honda City Long Term Report: Introduction

By Jay Shah11 May 2024

First launched in 2020, followed by a refresh in 2023 with sharper styling, additional features, and an advanced driver-assistance system (ADAS) suite, the Honda City has landed a spot in our long-term fleet. Sedans are a rare breed here, so this widely popular choice piqued our interest, especially in the new ‘Obsidian Blue’ paint.

2024 Kia Sonet X-Line Turbo DCT First drive review

By Ninad Ambre11 Jan 2024

The 2024 Kia Sonet is a facelift and not a generation change. This mid-life refresh comprising cosmetic changes and new features is crucial to keep this compact SUV abreast with competition, especially since it was first launched in 2020. But will this help in bringing in more sales? We find out.

2023 Honda City 1.5 Petrol Manual First Drive Review

By Desirazu Venkat23 May 2023

We get behind the wheel of the petrol manual Honda City with ADAS

Length (mm)	3995	4574
Width (mm)	1790	1748
Height (mm)	1610	1489
Wheelbase (mm)	2500	2600

Doors (Doors)	5	4
Seating Capacity (Person)	5	5
No of Rows (Rows)	2	2
Bootspace (litres)	385	506
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	45	40

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Brake Assist (BA)
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Hill Hold Control
Traction Control System (TC/TCS)

Engine Immobiliser
Central Locking	With Key	Keyless
Speed Sensing Door Lock
Child Safety Lock

Find My Car
Check Vehicle Status via App
Geo-fence
Emergency Call
Over The Air (OTA) Updates
Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App
Car Light Flashing & Honking via App

Roof-mounted Antenna
Body-coloured Bumpers
Body Kit	Cladding - Black/Grey

Headlights	Halogen	Halogen Projector
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Taillights	Halogen	LED
Daytime Running Lights		LED
Fog Lights	Halogen
Ambient Interior Lighting
Cabin Lamps	Front and Rear	Front
Headlight Height Adjuster

Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
Warranty (In Years)	3	3
Warranty (In Kilometres)	Unlimited	Unlimited