Kia Sonet vs Kia Carens

CarWale brings you comparison of Kia Sonet and Kia Carens. The Kia Sonet price is Rs. 7.99 Lakh and Kia Carens price is Rs. 10.52 Lakh. The Kia Sonet is available in 1197 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Petrol and Kia Carens is available in 1497 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Petrol.

Sonet vs Carens Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	Sonet	Carens
Price	Rs. 7.99 Lakh	Rs. 10.52 Lakh
Engine Capacity	1197 cc	1497 cc
Power	82 bhp	113 bhp
Transmission	Manual	Manual
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol

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Kia Sonet

HTE 1.2 Petrol MT

Rs. 7.99 Lakh

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Kia Carens

Premium 1.5 Petrol 7 STR

Rs. 10.52 Lakh

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Kia Sonet

HTE 1.2 Petrol MT

Kia Carens

Premium 1.5 Petrol 7 STR

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Specifications
Features
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colours
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Specifications and Finance

Finance

Engine & Transmission

Acceleration (0-100 kmph) (seconds)		10.42
Engine	1197 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC	1497 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Engine Type	Smartstream G 1.2	Smartstream G 1.5
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	82 bhp @ 6000 rpm	113 bhp @ 6300 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	115 Nm @ 4200 rpm	144 Nm @ 4500 rpm
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Transmission	Manual - 5 Gears	Manual - 6 Gears
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2	BS6 Phase 2
Electric Motor
Others	Idle Start/Stop	Idle Start/Stop
Valve/Cylinder (Configuration)	4, DOHC	4, DOHC

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	Coupled Torsion Beam Axle (CTBA) with Coil Spring
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Drum	Disc
Steering Type	Power assisted (Electric)	Power assisted (Electric)
Wheels	Steel Rims	Steel Rims
Spare Wheel	Steel	Steel
Front Tyres	195 / 65 R15	195 / 65 R15
Rear Tyres	195 / 65 R15	195 / 65 R15

Features

Exterior

Braking & Traction

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	3 Star (Global NCAP)
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)
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	Blower, Vents on Roof , Common Fan Speed Control
Third Row AC Zone		Vents on Roof
Heater
Cabin Boot Access
Anti-glare Mirrors	Manual - Internal Only	Manual - Internal Only
Headlight and Ignition On Reminder
Steering Adjustment	Tilt	Tilt
12V Power Outlets

Lighting

Locks & Security

Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

Entertainment, Information & Communication
Mobile App Features
Storage
Airbags

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		6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)
Third Row Seat Adjustment		4 way manually adjustable (backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)
Seat Upholstery	Leatherette	Fabric + Leatherette
Driver Armrest
Rear Passenger Seat Type	Bench	Bench
Third Row Seat Type		Bench
Interiors	Single Tone	Dual Tone
Interior Colours	Black	Black and Beige
Rear Armrest		With Cup Holder
Folding Rear Seat	Full	Full
Split Rear Seat		60:40 split
Split Third Row Seat		50:50 split
Headrests	Front & Rear	Front & Rear

Instrumentation

Manufacturer Warranty

Brochure

Colours

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

User Reviews

Overall Rating

4.8/5

24 Ratings

4.6/5

29 Ratings

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

Good

Looks good. Interior good with spacious and comfortable seats. Nice car for big family. Travelling long distance is very comfortable. Smooth handling and driving car in highway is very good.

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Length (mm)	3995	4540
Width (mm)	1790	1800
Height (mm)	1610	1708
Wheelbase (mm)	2500	2780

Doors (Doors)	5	5
Seating Capacity (Person)	5	7
No of Rows (Rows)	2	3
Bootspace (litres)	385	216
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	45	45

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)
Hill Hold Control
Traction Control System (TC/TCS)
Hill Descent Control

Headlights	Halogen	Halogen
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Taillights	Halogen	Halogen
Fog Lights	Halogen
Cabin Lamps	Centre	Front and Rear
Rear Reading Lamp
Headlight Height Adjuster

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

ORVM Colour	Body Coloured	Body Coloured
Scuff Plates	Plastic	Plastic
Power Windows	Front Only	Front & Rear
Adjustable ORVMs	Electrically Adjustable	Externally Adjustable
Exterior Door Handles	Body Coloured	Body Coloured
Interior Door Handles	Silver	Silver
Door Pockets	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Bootlid Opener	Electric Tailgate Release	Electric Tailgate Release

Cup Holders	Front Only	Front, Second & Third
Driver Armrest Storage
Sunglass Holder
Third Row Cup Holders

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

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

Android Auto
USB Compatibility