Comparing the Kia Sonet and the Mercedes-Benz GLS 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 Mercedes-Benz GLS is priced at ₹13,999,000. On the engine front, the Kia Sonet comes with a 1197 cc (NA) / 998 cc (Turbo) / 1493 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Mercedes-Benz GLS's 2925 cc, producing 82 bhp @ 6000 rpm (NA) / 118 bhp @ 6000 rpm (Turbo) / 99 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) and 325 bhp (GLS 450) / 286 bhp (GLS 400d) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 19.35 kmpl (Petrol Turbo DCT) / 24.22 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI for the Kia Sonet versus 11.0 kmpl (approx) for the Mercedes-Benz GLS. 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) | 2925 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | 4MATIC AWD |
| Engine Type | Smartstream G1.2 NA / G1.0 Turbo / U2 1.5 CRDi Diesel | 2.9L OM656 Diesel V6 / 3.0L M256 Petrol Inline-6 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 Litres | 100 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel / CNG | Diesel / Petrol (Mild Hybrid) |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed MT / 6-Speed iMT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT | 9-Speed 9G-TRONIC |
| Mileage | 19.35 kmpl (Petrol Turbo DCT) / 24.22 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI | 11.0 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) | 325 bhp (GLS 450) / 286 bhp (GLS 400d) |
| 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) | 730 Nm (GLS 400d) / 500 Nm (GLS 450) |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic / DCT / iMT | Automatic (9G-TRONIC) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 392 Litres | 355 Litres (3rd row up) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 3300 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 211 mm | 248 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1125 kg (Petrol) | 2480 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3995 mm / 1790 mm / 1642 mm | 5207 mm / 2030 mm / 1823 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2500 mm | 3135 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic (electric) |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control (HTX+) | Tri-Zone + 3rd Row Climate Control (4-Zone) |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Full Digital Cluster | 12.3-inch MBUX Digital Display |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes - DISTRONIC Plus |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes - Front & 2nd Row |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 12.8-inch MBUX with 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 - 2nd & 3rd Row |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes - 2nd Row Captain Seats |
| Seat Upholstery | Leatherette (HTX+) / Fabric (base) | Nappa Leather / MANUFAKTUR Leather |
| Sound System | Bose 7-Speaker Premium Audio (top) | Burmester 4D 17-Speaker |
| Sunroof | Sunroof (HTX/HTX+) | Panoramic Sliding Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Command | — | 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 |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | Digital Light LED Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R16 | 275/50 R20 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 16-inch Alloy Wheels | 20-inch / 21-inch AMG Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 9 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - ESC | Yes - ESP + AIRMATIC |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes + Downhill Speed Regulation |
| 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 | Polar WhiteObsidian BlackHight Tech SilverSelenite GreySodalith Blue |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | 4.5 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
