Comparing the BMW X3 and the Kia Sonet side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the BMW X3 is available at ₹7,499,000, while the Kia Sonet is priced at ₹884,000. On the engine front, the BMW X3 comes with a 1998 cc unit compared to the Kia Sonet's 1197 cc (NA) / 998 cc (Turbo) / 1493 cc (Diesel), producing 248 bhp (xDrive30i) / 190 bhp (xDrive20d) and 82 bhp @ 6000 rpm (NA) / 118 bhp @ 6000 rpm (Turbo) / 99 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 14.48 kmpl (Petrol) / 17.88 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI for the BMW X3 versus 19.35 kmpl (Petrol Turbo DCT) / 24.22 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI for the Kia Sonet. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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Engine & Performance |
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| Displacement | 1998 cc | 1197 cc (NA) / 998 cc (Turbo) / 1493 cc (Diesel) |
| Drive Type | xDrive AWD | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 2.0L B48 TwinPower Turbo Petrol / 2.0L B47 Diesel | Smartstream G1.2 NA / G1.0 Turbo / U2 1.5 CRDi Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 Litres | 45 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol / Diesel / CNG |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport | 5-Speed MT / 6-Speed iMT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT |
| Mileage | 14.48 kmpl (Petrol) / 17.88 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI | 19.35 kmpl (Petrol Turbo DCT) / 24.22 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | 3 (Turbo) / 4 (NA & Diesel) |
| Power | 248 bhp (xDrive30i) / 190 bhp (xDrive20d) | 82 bhp @ 6000 rpm (NA) / 118 bhp @ 6000 rpm (Turbo) / 99 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 350 Nm (Petrol) / 400 Nm (Diesel) | 115 Nm @ 4200 rpm (NA) / 172 Nm @ 1500-4000 rpm (Turbo) / 240 Nm @ 1500-2750 rpm (Diesel) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) | Manual / Automatic / DCT / iMT |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 550 Litres | 392 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2530 kg | 1600 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 204 mm | 211 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1840 kg | 1125 kg (Petrol) |
| Length, Width, Height | 4755 mm / 1891 mm / 1676 mm | 3995 mm / 1790 mm / 1642 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2865 mm | 2500 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control (HTX+) |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro | 10.25-inch Full Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Active Cruise Control + Stop & Go | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front (Memory) | — |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch BMW iDrive 8.5 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | SensaTec / Vernasca Leather | Leatherette (HTX+) / Fabric (base) |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) | Bose 7-Speaker Premium Audio (top) |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Sliding Sunroof | Sunroof (HTX/HTX+) |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-A & USB-C | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant | — |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes (top) |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes - LED |
| Headlight | LED Adaptive Headlamps with ADB | LED Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 225/60 R18 (base) / 245/50 R19 (top) | 215/60 R16 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 18-inch / 19-inch Alloy Wheels | 16-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 8 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes - DBC | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC + xDrive | Yes - ESC |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes - HDC | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireBrooklyn GreyTanzanite BlueDune Grey | Glacier White PearlAurora Black PearlGravity GreyMagma RedImperial BluePewter Olive |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.4 | 4.0 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
