Come September 2020 and the sub-4 metre SUV segment will see two new entrants: the. But which of these two new SUVs should you pick up if you're waiting for them in particular? The Kia or the Toyota? Let's find out.
Dimensions
Note: Toyota is yet to reveal the Urban Cruiser's exterior dimensions. We have used the Vitara Brezza's dimensions for reference.
|
Kia Sonet |
Toyota Urban Cruiser |
|
|
Length (mm) |
3995mm |
3995mm |
|
Width (mm) |
1790mm |
1790mm |
|
Height (mm) |
1647mm |
1640mm |
|
Wheelbase (mm) |
2500mm |
2500mm |
|
Boot space (litres) |
392-litres |
328-litres |
Both models have similar exterior dimensions, matching up on almost all aspects. That said, the Sonet has a larger 392-litre boot when compared to the Urban Cruiser's 328 litre.
Features
|
Kia Sonet |
Toyota Urban Cruiser |
|
|
Headlamps |
LED headlamps with LED DRLs |
LED headlamps with LED DRLs |
|
Infotainment |
10.25-inch |
7-inch |
|
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
Yes |
Yes |
|
Sunroof |
Yes |
No |
|
Climate Control |
Yes |
Yes |
|
Cruise Control |
Yes |
Yes |
|
Multi-info display |
Yes |
Yes |
|
Keyless Entry with Push button start |
Yes |
Yes |
|
Automatic Headlamps |
Yes |
Yes |
|
Automatic Wipers |
No |
Yes |
|
Connected Car Tech |
Yes |
No |
|
Drive Modes |
Yes |
No |
|
Traction Modes |
Yes |
No |
|
Wireless Phone Charger |
Yes |
No |
|
Ventilated Seats |
Yes |
No |
|
Ambient Lighting |
Yes |
No |
|
Premium sound system |
Bose sound system |
No |
Common features on both models include LED headlamps with LED DRLs, a touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, climate control, cruise control, a multi-info display, and keyless entry with push button start.
While the Urban Cruiser's feature list might satisfy the common man, the competition has taken it up a notch. The Sonet's niceties include a sunroof, connected car technology, drive modes, traction modes, a wireless phone charger, ventilated seats, ambient lighting, and even a branded Bose sound system. Phew
Safety Features
|
Kia Sonet |
Toyota Urban Cruiser |
|
|
Airbags |
6 |
2 |
|
ABS with EBD |
Yes |
Yes |
|
Parking Sensors |
Front and Rear |
Rear |
|
Parking Camera |
Yes |
Yes |
|
Electronic Stability Control |
Yes |
No |
|
Tyre Pressure Monitor |
Yes |
No |
Both models come with a minimum of two airbags, ABS with EBD, rear parking sensors and a rearview camera. But the Sonet again goes a step ahead with front parking sensors, electronic stability control and tyre pressure monitor.
Petrol Engine
|
Kia Sonet |
Kia Sonet Turbo |
Toyota Urban Cruiser |
|
|
Engine |
1.2-litre |
1.0-litre |
1.5-litre |
|
Power (PS) |
83PS |
120PS |
105PS |
|
Torque (Nm) |
115Nm |
172Nm |
138Nm |
|
Transmission Options |
5-speed manual |
6-speed iMT* / 7-speed DCT |
5-speed MT / 4-speed AT |
|
Fuel Efficiency (Claimed) |
18.4kmpl |
18.3kmpl (DCT) / 18.2kmpl (iMT) |
17.03kmpl (MT)/18.76kmpl (AT) |
*iMT is Kia's lingo for clutchless manual gearbox
Vitara Brezza's fuel efficiency figures used for reference
-
Both models come with naturally aspirated petrol engines while the Kia is also offered with a 1.0-litre turbo-petrol unit.
-
The Urban Cruiser's larger 1.5-litre engine is more powerful than the Sonet's naturally aspirated 1.2-litre motor. However, it's 15PS and 34Nm less powerful than the Sonet's 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine.
-
The Urban Cruiser and Kia Sonet NA petrol variants come with a manual gearbox while the Sonet Turbo relies on clutchless transmission options including an iMT and DCT.
-
The Urban Cruiser's automatic variants feature a mild-hybrid system for start stop and torque assist function.
-
The Kia Sonet NA petrol is the most fuel-efficient manual model in this test while the Urban Cruiser's AT variant sips the least amount of fuel.
-
The Sonet can also be had with a 100PS 1.5-litre diesel engine if your usage is high. It's also the only diesel-powered sub-4 metre SUV to feature a torque converter with its automatic variants.
Verdict
|
Kia Sonet |
Toyota Urban Cruiser |
|
|
Expected Prices (ex-showroom) |
Rs 7 lakh to Rs 12.50 lakh |
Rs 8.25 lakh to Rs 11.25 lakh |
Sure, the Urban Cruiser's top-spec trim is likely to undercut the Sonet's top-spec variant. But the Sonet tries to justify the premium with more features and powertrain options, making it the better option here. The Sonet also comes with a diesel engine and is the practical choice for those who drive more kilometres. Clearly, the Sonet is the more appealing and safer option between the two.
from zigwheels https://ift.tt/2G6pYAA
0 comments:
Post a Comment