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  • The Kia Sonet looks largely similar to the concept, a huge thumbs up from us.
  • Will come with features like connected car tech, a 10.25-inch infotainment system and Bose sound system.
  • Sonet to be offered with the Venue's powertrain options including the new iMT transmission option.
  • It'll make its global debut on August 7 and the launch will happen this festive season.

The first sketch of the production-spec. First impressions of the Hyundai Venue rival are positive as it looks similar to the concept. But during the time we received this release, we managed to spot a Sonet test mule, revealing its design in full with minimal camo. Here's a look at Kia's sub-4 metre SUV which is set to reach showrooms this festive season.

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The Tiger Nose grille flanked by sleek LED headlamps seem like a straight lift from the concept while the aggressive air intakes lend it a sporty look.

A heavy dosage of body cladding gives it a butch stance. While the mid-spec variant comes with steel wheels, top-spec versions are likely to utilise dual-tone alloy wheels.

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At the rear, the connected tail lamps is a straight lift from the concept. It looks cool and similar to expensive Audis. The faux skid plate on the rear bumper gives it a rugged look.

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There could also be a sportier GT Line trim with plenty of red design elements in the grille, bumpers, brake callipers and the body cladding as seen on the bigger sibling, the.

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Previous also revealed the production-spec Sonet's interiors. The design language is quite similar to a Seltos courtesy the large 10.25-inch floating infotainment system. That said, the redesigned central console differentiates it from the larger SUV.

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Kia will also leave no stone unturned in the features department. Expected kit include UVO connected car technology, a Bose sound system, Sound Mood lighting, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a wireless phone charger, climate control, and cruise control. On the safety front, it could come with six airbags, ABS with EBD, rear parking sensors with a camera and electronic stability control.

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The Sonet will utilise the. It's also highly possible that the diesel variant could be offered with a 6-speed automatic transmission. Here are the specs of all three powertrains:

Expected Specs

1.2-litre NA Petrol

1.0-litre Turbo Petrol

1.5-litre Diesel

Power (PS)

83PS

120PS

100PS

Torque (Nm)

113Nm

172Nm

240Nm

Transmission Options

5-speed manual

6-speed manual, 6-speed iMT and 7-speed DCT

6-speed manual and 6-speed AT

The Sonet is expected to be priced from Rs 7 lakh (ex-showroom) and it will go head on with the Hyundai Venue which has.



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