Comparing the Kia Sonet and the BMW M2 side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Kia Sonet is available at ₹884,000, while the BMW M2 is priced at ₹9,999,000. On the engine front, the Kia Sonet comes with a 1197 cc (NA) / 998 cc (Turbo) / 1493 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the BMW M2's 2993 cc, producing 82 bhp @ 6000 rpm (NA) / 118 bhp @ 6000 rpm (Turbo) / 99 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) and 460 bhp @ 6250 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 19.35 kmpl (Petrol Turbo DCT) / 24.22 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI for the Kia Sonet versus 9.8 kmpl (approx) for the BMW M2. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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| Displacement | 1197 cc (NA) / 998 cc (Turbo) / 1493 cc (Diesel) | 2993 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) with M xDrive optional |
| Engine Type | Smartstream G1.2 NA / G1.0 Turbo / U2 1.5 CRDi Diesel | 3.0L S58 TwinPower Turbo Inline-6 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 Litres | 52 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel / CNG | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed MT / 6-Speed iMT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT | 6-Speed M Manual / 8-Speed M Steptronic DCT |
| Mileage | 19.35 kmpl (Petrol Turbo DCT) / 24.22 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI | 9.8 kmpl (approx) |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 (Turbo) / 4 (NA & Diesel) | 6 |
| Power | 82 bhp @ 6000 rpm (NA) / 118 bhp @ 6000 rpm (Turbo) / 99 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) | 460 bhp @ 6250 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 115 Nm @ 4200 rpm (NA) / 172 Nm @ 1500-4000 rpm (Turbo) / 240 Nm @ 1500-2750 rpm (Diesel) | 550 Nm @ 2650-5870 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic / DCT / iMT | Manual / Automatic (M DCT) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 392 Litres | 390 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2160 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 211 mm | 131 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1125 kg (Petrol) | 1640 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3995 mm / 1790 mm / 1642 mm | 4580 mm / 1887 mm / 1392 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 4 |
| Wheelbase | 2500 mm | 2697 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic (M Variable Sport Steering) |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control (HTX+) | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Full Digital Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW M Live Cockpit Pro |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - M Sport seats |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 12.3-inch BMW iDrive 8 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes - Comfort Access |
| 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 | Leatherette (HTX+) / Fabric (base) | M Leather / Merino Leather |
| Sound System | Bose 7-Speaker Premium Audio (top) | Harman Kardon 12-Speaker |
| Sunroof | Sunroof (HTX/HTX+) | — |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes (top) | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes - M-specific front & rear |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes - LED | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | BMW Adaptive LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Defogger Only |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R16 | 275/35 R19 (front) / 285/30 R20 (rear) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 16-inch Alloy Wheels | 19-inch / 20-inch M Compound Star Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes - M ABS |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes - M Compound Brakes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - ESC | Yes - M DSC with MDM Mode |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Glacier White PearlAurora Black PearlGravity GreyMagma RedImperial BluePewter Olive | Black SapphireM Portimao BlueBrooklyn GreyVelvet Blue |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | 4.7 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
