Kia Sonet vs Force Motors Gurkha [2021-2024]

CarWale brings you comparison of Kia Sonet and Force Motors Gurkha [2021-2024]. The Kia Sonet price is Rs. 8.00 Lakh and Force Motors Gurkha [2021-2024] price is Rs. 15.10 Lakh. The Kia Sonet is available in 1197 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Petrol and Force Motors Gurkha [2021-2024] is available in 2596 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Diesel.

Sonet vs Gurkha [2021-2024] Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	Sonet	Gurkha [2021-2024]
Price	Rs. 8.00 Lakh	Rs. 15.10 Lakh
Engine Capacity	1197 cc	2596 cc
Power	82 bhp	90 bhp
Transmission	Manual	Manual
Fuel Type	Petrol	Diesel

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Kia Sonet

HTE 1.2 Petrol MT

Rs. 8.00 Lakh

Avg. Ex-Showroom price

Force Motors Gurkha [2021-2024]

4X4 [2021-2023]

Rs. 15.10 Lakh

Last Recorded Price

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Kia Sonet

HTE 1.2 Petrol MT

Force Motors Gurkha [2021-2024]

4X4 [2021-2023]

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Specifications and Finance

Finance

Engine & Transmission

Engine	1197 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC	2596 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Engine Type	Smartstream G 1.2	F M 2.6 CR CD BS VI
Fuel Type	Petrol	Diesel
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	82 bhp @ 6000 rpm	90 bhp @ 3200 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	115 Nm @ 4200 rpm	250 Nm @ 1400 rpm
Drivetrain	FWD	4WD / AWD
Transmission	Manual - 5 Gears	Manual - 5 Gears
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2	BS 6
Turbocharger / Supercharger		Turbocharged
Electric Motor
Others	Idle Start/Stop
Valve/Cylinder (Configuration)	4, DOHC	4, DOHC

Dimensions & Weight
Capacity

Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres

Front Suspension	McPherson Strut with Coil Spring	Independent Double Wishbone with Coil Spring
Rear Suspension	Coupled Torsion Beam Axle with Coil Spring	Multi-link with Pan Hard Rod & Coil Spring
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Drum	Drum
Minimum Turning Radius (metres)		5.6
Steering Type	Power assisted (Electric)	Power assisted (Hydraulic)
Wheels	Steel Rims	Steel Rims
Spare Wheel	Steel	Steel
Front Tyres	195 / 65 R15	245 / 70 R16
Rear Tyres	195 / 65 R15	245 / 70 R16

Features

Exterior

Braking & Traction

Safety

Overspeed Warning	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Lane Departure Warning
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
Airbags	6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)	2 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger)
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Child Seat Anchor Points
Seat Belt Warning

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes (Manual)	Yes (Manual)
Front AC	Single Zone, Common Fan Speed Control	Single Zone, Common Fan Speed Control
Rear AC	Blower, Vents Behind Front Armrest
Heater
Cabin Boot Access
Anti-glare Mirrors	Manual - Internal Only	Manual - Internal Only
Headlight and Ignition On Reminder
Steering Adjustment	Tilt	Tilt & Telescopic
12V Power Outlets

Lighting

Locks & Security

Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

Entertainment, Information & Communication

Storage
Airbags

Seats & Upholstery

Driver 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)
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		4 way manually adjustable (backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)
Seat Upholstery	Leatherette	Fabric
Driver Armrest
Rear Passenger Seat Type	Bench	Bench
Third Row Seat Type		Bench
Interiors	Single Tone	Single Tone
Interior Colours	Black	Dark Grey
Folding Rear Seat	Full	Full
Front Seatback Pockets
Headrests	Front & Rear

Instrumentation

Manufacturer Warranty

Brochure

Colours

	Aurora Black Pearl	Grey
	Pewter Olive	Green
	Imperial Blue	Orange
	Gravity Grey	Red
	Sparkling Silver	White
	Intense Red
	Clear White

User Reviews

Overall Rating

4.8/5

25 Ratings

4.2/5

88 Ratings

Rating Parameters	4.6Exterior	4.4Exterior
	4.5Comfort	4.3Comfort
	4.4Performance	4.4Performance
	4.4Fuel Economy	3.9Fuel Economy
	4.5Value for Money	4.2Value for Money

Most Helpful Review

Affordable car with premium experience

Pons-Kia Sonet is one of my favorite cars as the exterior look and gives a Premium feeling while driving, performance is mind-blowing you can consider that your money is worth it spending on this car, I am damn sure you will not regret it at all. Here service is also great by staff member all are professional. Cons- Let's talk about the cons of long driving you might experience some noises that can make you uncomfortable while driving. Maintenance cost is pretty high.

Ride experience

The one who loves off-road this is the best car. One of the best experience of off-road with the great comfortable. The exterior was amazing and the interior is fabulous need to improve the sound system, force service as always flexible and the servicing is in the budget.

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Kia Sonet

Length (mm)	3995	4116
Width (mm)	1790	1812
Height (mm)	1610	2075
Wheelbase (mm)	2500	2400

Doors (Doors)	5	3
Seating Capacity (Person)	5	4
No of Rows (Rows)	2	2
Bootspace (litres)	385	500
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	45	63

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

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Brake Assist (BA)
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Four-Wheel-Drive		Manual Shift - Lever
Hill Hold Control
Differential Lock		Both Axles

Headlights	Halogen	LED
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Cornering Headlights		Passive
Taillights	Halogen	Halogen
Daytime Running Lights		LED
Fog Lights	Halogen	Halogen on front
Cabin Lamps	Centre	Front
Headlight Height Adjuster

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

ORVM Colour	Body Coloured	Body Coloured
Scuff Plates	Plastic	Metallic
Power Windows	Front Only	Front Only
One Touch Down		Driver
Adjustable ORVMs	Electrically Adjustable	Externally Adjustable
Exterior Door Handles	Body Coloured	Black
Interior Door Handles	Silver	Unpainted
Door Pockets	Front & Rear
Bootlid Opener	Electric Tailgate Release	Internal

Android Auto
Apple CarPlay
Display		Touch-screen Display
Touchscreen Size (inch)		7
Speakers		4
Bluetooth Compatibility		Phone & Audio Streaming
AUX Compatibility
AM/FM Radio
USB Compatibility
iPod Compatibility

Instantaneous Consumption
Instrument Cluster	Analogue - Digital	Analogue
Trip Meter	Electronic 2 Trips	1 Trip
Average Fuel Consumption
Distance to Empty
Clock	Digital
Low Fuel Level Warning
Door Ajar Warning
Gear Indicator
Tachometer	Analogue

Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
Warranty (In Years)	3	3
Warranty (In Kilometres)	Unlimited	300000