Comparing the Kia Sonet and the Hyundai Aura 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 Hyundai Aura is priced at ₹649,002. On the engine front, the Kia Sonet comes with a 1197 cc (NA) / 998 cc (Turbo) / 1493 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Hyundai Aura's 1197 cc, producing 82 bhp @ 6000 rpm (NA) / 118 bhp @ 6000 rpm (Turbo) / 99 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) and 83 PS @ 6000 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 19.35 kmpl (Petrol Turbo DCT) / 24.22 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI for the Kia Sonet versus 17 kmpl for the Hyundai Aura. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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| Battery | — | Standard 12V system |
| Displacement | 1197 cc (NA) / 998 cc (Turbo) / 1493 cc (Diesel) | 1197 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | Smartstream G1.2 NA / G1.0 Turbo / U2 1.5 CRDi Diesel | 1.2L Kappa Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 Litres | 37 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel / CNG | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed MT / 6-Speed iMT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT | 5-Speed |
| Mileage | 19.35 kmpl (Petrol Turbo DCT) / 24.22 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI | 17 kmpl |
| 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) | 83 PS @ 6000 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 115 Nm @ 4200 rpm (NA) / 172 Nm @ 1500-4000 rpm (Turbo) / 240 Nm @ 1500-2750 rpm (Diesel) | 113.8 Nm @ 4000 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic / DCT / iMT | 5-Speed Manual |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 392 Litres | 402 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 211 mm | 165 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1125 kg (Petrol) | 978 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3995 mm / 1790 mm / 1642 mm | 3995 mm, 1680 mm, 1520 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt Adjustment |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control (HTX+) | Fully Automatic Temperature Control (Higher variants) |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Full Digital Cluster | Analog with 3.5-inch Multi-Information Display (MID) |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 8-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Smart Key with Push Start/Stop button |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front & Rear |
| Push Start | Yes | Smart Key with Push Button Start/Stop |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Available with Cup Holders |
| Seat Upholstery | Leatherette (HTX+) / Fabric (base) | Fabric |
| Sound System | Bose 7-Speaker Premium Audio (top) | 4-speaker system |
| Sunroof | Sunroof (HTX/HTX+) | — |
| USB Ports | Yes | Fast USB Charger (Type-C) |
| Voice Command | — | Supported via smartphone integration |
| Wireless Charger | Yes (top) | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED Daytime Running Lamps |
| Fog Lamps | Yes - LED | Available in mid and top trims |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | Halogen / Projector (Higher variants) |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Electrically Adjustable & Foldable with Turn Indicators |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Z-shaped LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R16 | 165/70 R14 (Base) / 175/60 R15 (Top) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless, Radial |
| Wheel Type | 16-inch Alloy Wheels | Steel (Base) / Diamond Cut Alloy (Top) |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | — |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - ESC | Available in higher variants |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Available in higher variants |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Available in higher variants |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Highline TPMS |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Glacier White PearlAurora Black PearlGravity GreyMagma RedImperial BluePewter Olive | Typhoon SilverStarry NightAtlas WhiteTitan Grey |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
