Comparing the Kia Sonet and the Range Rover Velar Autobiography Diesel 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 Range Rover Velar Autobiography Diesel is priced at a price on request. On the engine front, the Kia Sonet comes with a 1197 cc (NA) / 998 cc (Turbo) / 1493 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Range Rover Velar Autobiography Diesel's 2996 cc, producing 82 bhp @ 6000 rpm (NA) / 118 bhp @ 6000 rpm (Turbo) / 99 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) and 300 bhp respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 19.35 kmpl (Petrol Turbo DCT) / 24.22 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI for the Kia Sonet versus 13-15 km/l for the Range Rover Velar Autobiography Diesel. 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 Mild Hybrid Battery |
| Displacement | 1197 cc (NA) / 998 cc (Turbo) / 1493 cc (Diesel) | 2996 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | All-Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | Smartstream G1.2 NA / G1.0 Turbo / U2 1.5 CRDi Diesel | 3.0L Inline 6-Cylinder Turbocharged Diesel (Ingenium, Mild Hybrid) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 Litres | 60-65 litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel / CNG | Diesel Mild Hybrid |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed MT / 6-Speed iMT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT | 8-speed Automatic |
| Mileage | 19.35 kmpl (Petrol Turbo DCT) / 24.22 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI | 13-15 km/l |
| 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) | 300 bhp |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Push Start |
| Torque | 115 Nm @ 4200 rpm (NA) / 172 Nm @ 1500-4000 rpm (Turbo) / 240 Nm @ 1500-2750 rpm (Diesel) | 700 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic / DCT / iMT | Automatic |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Regenerative Braking | — | Yes |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 392 Litres | 650 litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 211 mm | 213 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1125 kg (Petrol) | 2,050 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3995 mm / 1790 mm / 1642 mm | 4,803 mm x 1,937 mm x 1,665 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2500 mm | 2,874 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Power Adjustable with Memory |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control (HTX+) | Four-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Full Digital Cluster | Digital Instrument Cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | Yes |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | Pivi Pro Touchscreen with Navigation |
| 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) | Premium Windsor Leather |
| Sound System | Bose 7-Speaker Premium Audio (top) | Meridian Signature Sound System |
| Sunroof | Sunroof (HTX/HTX+) | Panoramic Sliding Roof |
| USB Ports | Yes | Multiple USB Ports |
| Voice Command | — | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes (top) | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED Daytime Running Lights |
| Fog Lamps | Yes - LED | Front and Rear Fog Lamps |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | LED Headlights with Adaptive Front Lighting |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | No |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R16 | 21-inch Alloy Wheels |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Performance Tyres |
| Wheel Type | 16-inch Alloy Wheels | Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | — |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | Multiple |
| 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 | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Glacier White PearlAurora Black PearlGravity GreyMagma RedImperial BluePewter Olive | Santorini Black, Fuji White, Eiger Grey, Portofino Blue, Lantau Bronze, Hakuba Silver, Belgravia Green, Deep Satin Blue |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
