Comparing the Kia Sonet and the BMW X3 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 X3 is priced at ₹7,499,000. On the engine front, the Kia Sonet comes with a 1197 cc (NA) / 998 cc (Turbo) / 1493 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the BMW X3's 1998 cc, producing 82 bhp @ 6000 rpm (NA) / 118 bhp @ 6000 rpm (Turbo) / 99 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) and 248 bhp (xDrive30i) / 190 bhp (xDrive20d) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 19.35 kmpl (Petrol Turbo DCT) / 24.22 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI for the Kia Sonet versus 14.48 kmpl (Petrol) / 17.88 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI for the BMW X3. 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 | 1197 cc (NA) / 998 cc (Turbo) / 1493 cc (Diesel) | 1998 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | xDrive AWD |
| Engine Type | Smartstream G1.2 NA / G1.0 Turbo / U2 1.5 CRDi Diesel | 2.0L B48 TwinPower Turbo Petrol / 2.0L B47 Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 Litres | 65 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel / CNG | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed MT / 6-Speed iMT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport |
| Mileage | 19.35 kmpl (Petrol Turbo DCT) / 24.22 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI | 14.48 kmpl (Petrol) / 17.88 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 (Turbo) / 4 (NA & Diesel) | 4 |
| Power | 82 bhp @ 6000 rpm (NA) / 118 bhp @ 6000 rpm (Turbo) / 99 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) | 248 bhp (xDrive30i) / 190 bhp (xDrive20d) |
| 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) | 350 Nm (Petrol) / 400 Nm (Diesel) |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic / DCT / iMT | Automatic (8-Speed Steptronic) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 392 Litres | 550 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2530 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 211 mm | 204 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1125 kg (Petrol) | 1840 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3995 mm / 1790 mm / 1642 mm | 4755 mm / 1891 mm / 1676 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2500 mm | 2865 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| 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 Live Cockpit Pro |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes - Active Cruise Control + Stop & Go |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - Front (Memory) |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 12.3-inch BMW iDrive 8.5 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) | SensaTec / Vernasca Leather |
| Sound System | Bose 7-Speaker Premium Audio (top) | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) |
| Sunroof | Sunroof (HTX/HTX+) | Panoramic Glass Sliding Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes - USB-A & USB-C |
| Voice Command | — | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant |
| Wireless Charger | Yes (top) | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes - LED | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | LED Adaptive Headlamps with ADB |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R16 | 225/60 R18 (base) / 245/50 R19 (top) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 16-inch Alloy Wheels | 18-inch / 19-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 8 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes - DBC |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - ESC | Yes - DSC + DTC + xDrive |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes - HDC |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | Yes - 360° |
| 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 | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireBrooklyn GreyTanzanite BlueDune Grey |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | 4.4 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
