Kia Sonet vs Hyundai Venue vs Maruti Suzuki Fronx

CarWale brings you comparison of Kia Sonet, Hyundai Venue and Maruti Suzuki Fronx. The Kia Sonet price is Rs. 7.99 Lakh, Hyundai Venue price is Rs. 7.94 Lakh and Maruti Suzuki Fronx price is Rs. 7.51 Lakh. The Kia Sonet is available in 1197 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Petrol, Hyundai Venue is available in 1197 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Petrol and Maruti Suzuki Fronx is available in 1197 cc engine with 2 fuel type options: Petrol and CNG. Venue provides the mileage of 17.5 kmpl and Fronx provides the mileage of 21.79 kmpl.

Sonet vs Venue vs Fronx Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	Sonet	Venue	Fronx
Price	Rs. 7.99 Lakh	Rs. 7.94 Lakh	Rs. 7.51 Lakh
Engine Capacity	1197 cc	1197 cc	1197 cc
Power	82 bhp	82 bhp	89 bhp
Transmission	Manual	Manual	Manual
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol	Petrol

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Kia Sonet

HTE 1.2 Petrol MT

Rs. 7.99 Lakh

Avg. Ex-Showroom price

Hyundai Venue

E 1.2 Petrol

Rs. 7.94 Lakh

Avg. Ex-Showroom price

Maruti Suzuki Fronx

Sigma 1.2L MT

Rs. 7.51 Lakh

Avg. Ex-Showroom price

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Kia Sonet

HTE 1.2 Petrol MT

Hyundai Venue

E 1.2 Petrol

Maruti Suzuki Fronx

Sigma 1.2L MT

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SPECIFICATIONS
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BROCHURE
COLOURS
USER REVIEWS

SPECIFICATIONS
FEATURES
BROCHURE
COLOURS
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Specifications and Finance

Finance

Engine & Transmission

Engine	1197 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC	1197 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC	1197 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Engine Type	Smartstream G 1.2	1.2 Kappa	1.2L Dual Jet, Dual VVT
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol	Petrol
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	82 bhp @ 6000 rpm	82 bhp @ 6000 rpm	89 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	115 Nm @ 4200 rpm	114 Nm @ 4000 rpm	113 Nm @ 4400 rpm
Mileage (ARAI) (kmpl)		17.5View Mileage Details	21.79View Mileage Details
Driving Range (km)		789	806
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD	FWD
Transmission	Manual - 5 Gears	Manual - 5 Gears	Manual - 5 Gears
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2	BS6 Phase 2	BS6 Phase 2
Electric Motor
Others	Idle Start/Stop		Idle Start/Stop

Dimensions & Weight
Capacity

Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres

Front Suspension	McPherson Strut with Coil Spring	McPherson Strut with Coil Spring	MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension	Coupled Torsion Beam Axle with Coil Spring	Coupled Torsion Beam Axle with Coil Spring	Torsion Beam
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Drum	Drum	Drum
Minimum Turning Radius (metres)			4.9
Steering Type	Power assisted (Electric)	Power assisted (Electric)	Power assisted (Electric)
Wheels	Steel Rims	Steel Rims	Steel Rims
Spare Wheel	Steel	Steel	Steel
Front Tyres	195 / 65 R15	195 / 65 R15	195 / 60 R16
Rear Tyres	195 / 65 R15	195 / 65 R15	195 / 60 R16

Features

Safety

Overspeed Warning	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
Airbags	6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)	6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)	2 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger)
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 (Manual)	Yes (Automatic Climate Control)
Front AC	Single Zone, Common Fan Speed Control	Single Zone, Common Fan Speed Control	Single Zone, Common Fan Speed Control
Rear AC	Blower, Vents Behind Front Armrest
Heater
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors			Co-Driver Only
Cabin Boot Access
Anti-glare Mirrors	Manual - Internal Only	Manual - Internal Only	Manual - Internal Only
Parking Sensors	Rear	Rear	Rear
Headlight and Ignition On Reminder
Steering Adjustment	Tilt	Tilt	Tilt
12V Power Outlets		1

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)	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)	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)	2 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down)
Seat Upholstery	Leatherette	Fabric	Fabric
Driver Armrest
Rear Passenger Seat Type	Bench	Bench	Bench
Interiors	Single Tone	Dual Tone	Dual Tone
Interior Colours	Black	Black and Greige
Folding Rear Seat	Full	Full	Full
Split Rear Seat		60:40 split	60:40 split
Front Seatback Pockets
Headrests	Front & Rear	Front & Rear	Front & Rear

Storage

Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

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

Exterior
Lighting

Instrumentation

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

Entertainment, Information & Communication
Manufacturer Warranty

Brochure

Colours

Aurora Black Pearl	Denim Blue	Nexa Blue (Celestial)
Pewter Olive	Abyss Black	Grandeur Grey
Imperial Blue	Titan Grey	Earthen Brown
Gravity Grey	Typhoon Silver	Opulent Red
Sparkling Silver	Fiery Red	Splendid Silver
Intense Red	Atlas White	Arctic White
Clear White	Atlas White	Arctic White

User Reviews

Overall Rating

4.8/5

20 Ratings

4.8/5

11 Ratings

4.5/5

169 Ratings

Rating Parameters	4.6Exterior	4.7Exterior	4.8Exterior
	4.5Comfort	4.6Comfort	4.5Comfort
	4.4Performance	4.7Performance	4.5Performance
	4.3Fuel Economy	4.1Fuel Economy	4.6Fuel Economy
	4.5Value for Money	4.4Value for Money	4.6Value for Money

Most Helpful Review

Best for long drives

Best for long drives and journey value for money best of the best car and best choice and good engine performance and mileage for saving your money just buy this car to make happiness

Comfortable car

Driving Experience car was quite comfortable, Impressed with the mileage also the handling was good enough looks amazing and classy perfect car for a couple or a small family. Maintenance is too pocket-friendly

Good

Fantastic car, value for money, good comfort, lots of space inside. good ac, drive butter smooth. Good looking car and reliable and smart looking. Convenience travelling experience

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Sonet vs Venue vs Fronx Comparison FAQs

Q: Which car is cheaper between Kia Sonet, Hyundai Venue and Maruti Suzuki Fronx?

Kia Sonet price is Rs. 7.99 Lakh, Hyundai Venue price is Rs. 7.94 Lakh and Maruti Suzuki Fronx price is Rs. 7.51 Lakh. Hence Maruti Suzuki Fronx is the cheapest amongst these cars.

Q: How is the performance of Sonet compared to Venue and Fronx?

For the HTE 1.2 Petrol MT variant, 1197 cc Petrol engine of Sonet produces 82 bhp @ 6000 rpm of power and 115 Nm @ 4200 rpm of torque. For the E 1.2 Petrol variant, 1197 cc Petrol engine of Venue produces 82 bhp @ 6000 rpm of power and 114 Nm @ 4000 rpm of torque. For the Sigma 1.2L MT variant, 1197 cc Petrol engine of Fronx produces 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm of power and 113 Nm @ 4400 rpm of torque.

Disclaimer: For the above Comparison of Compare Sonet, Venue and Fronx, CarWale has taken utmost care in gathering precise and accurate information about price, specs, features, colours etc, however, CarWale cannot be held liable for any direct or indirect damage/loss. For Compare Sonet, Venue and Fronx comparison, we have considered most popular variant on CarWale as default, however, any variant of these cars can be compared.

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Kia Sonet vs Hyundai Venue vs Maruti Suzuki Fronx

Length (mm)	3995	3995	3995
Width (mm)	1790	1770	1765
Height (mm)	1610	1617	1550
Wheelbase (mm)	2500	2500	2520
Ground Clearance (mm)		195	190

Doors (Doors)	5	5	5
Seating Capacity (Person)	5	5	5
No of Rows (Rows)	2	2	2
Bootspace (litres)	385	350	308
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	45	45	37

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	With Key	Keyless
Speed Sensing Door Lock
Child Safety Lock

Roof-mounted Antenna
Body-coloured Bumpers
Chrome Finish Exhaust Pipe
Body Kit	Cladding - Black/Grey	Cladding - Body Coloured

Cup Holders	Front Only	Front Only	Front Only
Driver Armrest Storage

Headlights	Halogen	Halogen	Halogen Projector
Taillights	Halogen	Halogen	LED
Fog Lights	Halogen
Cabin Lamps	Centre	Front and Rear	Centre
Rear Reading Lamp
Headlight Height Adjuster

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