Comparing the Kia Sonet and the Maruti Suzuki Ignis 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 Maruti Suzuki Ignis is priced at ₹534,999. On the engine front, the Kia Sonet comes with a 1197 cc (NA) / 998 cc (Turbo) / 1493 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Maruti Suzuki Ignis's 1,197 cc, producing 82 bhp @ 6000 rpm (NA) / 118 bhp @ 6000 rpm (Turbo) / 99 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) and 81.80bhp@6000rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 19.35 kmpl (Petrol Turbo DCT) / 24.22 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI for the Kia Sonet versus 20.89 kmpl for the Maruti Suzuki Ignis. 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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| Battery | — | 12V |
| Displacement | 1197 cc (NA) / 998 cc (Turbo) / 1493 cc (Diesel) | 1,197 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 | 1.2-litre VVT Naturally Aspirated Petrol Engine |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 Litres | 32 l |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel / CNG | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed MT / 6-Speed iMT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT | 5-speed Manual 5-speed Auto Gear Shift (AMT) |
| Mileage | 19.35 kmpl (Petrol Turbo DCT) / 24.22 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI | 20.89 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) | 81.80bhp@6000rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Key Start / Push Button Start |
| Torque | 115 Nm @ 4200 rpm (NA) / 172 Nm @ 1500-4000 rpm (Turbo) / 240 Nm @ 1500-2750 rpm (Diesel) | 113Nm@4200rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic / DCT / iMT | Manual / Automatic (AMT) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 392 Litres | 260 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 211 mm | 180 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1125 kg (Petrol) | 840 - 865 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3995 mm / 1790 mm / 1642 mm | 3700 1690 1595 |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2500 mm | 2435 |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt-adjustable |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control (HTX+) | Automatic (select variants) |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Full Digital Cluster | Analog Instrument Cluster with Multi-Information Display |
| Cruise Control | Yes | — |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 7-inch Touchscreen (Smartphone connectivity supported) |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front & Rear |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | — |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | — |
| Seat Upholstery | Leatherette (HTX+) / Fabric (base) | Fabric |
| Sound System | Bose 7-Speaker Premium Audio (top) | 4 Speakers |
| Sunroof | Sunroof (HTX/HTX+) | — |
| USB Ports | Yes | Front USB Port |
| Voice Command | — | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes (top) | — |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | — |
| Fog Lamps | Yes - LED | Front Fog Lamps (select variants) |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | Halogen |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R16 | 175/65 R15 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 16-inch Alloy Wheels | Steel |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | Dual Front 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 |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | — |
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| Color Options | Glacier White PearlAurora Black PearlGravity GreyMagma RedImperial BluePewter Olive | Nexa BlueTurquoise BlueLucent OrangeGlistening GreySilky SilverPearl Arctic WhiteBluish BlackNexa Blue with Black RoofNexa Blue with Silver RoofLucent Orange with Black Roof |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
