Comparing the Kia Sonet and the Jeep Meridian 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 Jeep Meridian is priced at ₹2,999,000. On the engine front, the Kia Sonet comes with a 1197 cc (NA) / 998 cc (Turbo) / 1493 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Jeep Meridian's 1956 cc, producing 82 bhp @ 6000 rpm (NA) / 118 bhp @ 6000 rpm (Turbo) / 99 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) and 168 bhp @ 3750 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 19.35 kmpl (Petrol Turbo DCT) / 24.22 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI for the Kia Sonet versus 17.10 kmpl - ARAI for the Jeep Meridian. 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) | 1956 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | FWD / AWD (4WD) |
| Engine Type | Smartstream G1.2 NA / G1.0 Turbo / U2 1.5 CRDi Diesel | 2.0L Multijet Turbocharged Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 Litres | 65 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel / CNG | Diesel |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed MT / 6-Speed iMT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT | 9-Speed Automatic |
| Mileage | 19.35 kmpl (Petrol Turbo DCT) / 24.22 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI | 17.10 kmpl - 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) | 168 bhp @ 3750 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) | 350 Nm @ 1750-2500 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic / DCT / iMT | Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 392 Litres | 226 Litres (all rows up) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2550 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 211 mm | 205 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1125 kg (Petrol) | 1970 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3995 mm / 1790 mm / 1642 mm | 4760 mm / 1860 mm / 1765 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 6 / 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2500 mm | 2794 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control (HTX+) | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Full Digital Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes - Adaptive |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - Driver |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10.25-inch with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | 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 | Leatherette (HTX+) / Fabric (base) | Leather |
| Sound System | Bose 7-Speaker Premium Audio (top) | Alpine 9-Speaker |
| Sunroof | Sunroof (HTX/HTX+) | Panoramic Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| 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 - LED |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | LED Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R16 | 235/60 R18 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 16-inch Alloy Wheels | 18-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - ESC | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Glacier White PearlAurora Black PearlGravity GreyMagma RedImperial BluePewter Olive | Pearl WhiteBrilliant BlackTechno GreenVelvet RedGrigio Magnesio |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | 4.1 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
