Comparing the Kia Sonet and the Skoda Slavia 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 Skoda Slavia is priced at ₹1,127,900. On the engine front, the Kia Sonet comes with a 1197 cc (NA) / 998 cc (Turbo) / 1493 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Skoda Slavia's 999 cc (1.0L) / 1498 cc (1.5L), producing 82 bhp @ 6000 rpm (NA) / 118 bhp @ 6000 rpm (Turbo) / 99 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) and 114 bhp @ 5000 rpm (1.0L) / 148 bhp @ 5000 rpm (1.5L) respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 19.35 kmpl (Petrol Turbo DCT) / 24.22 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI for the Kia Sonet versus 21.47 kmpl (1.0L MT) / 19.60 kmpl (1.5L DSG) - ARAI for the Skoda Slavia. 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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| Displacement | 1197 cc (NA) / 998 cc (Turbo) / 1493 cc (Diesel) | 999 cc (1.0L) / 1498 cc (1.5L) |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | Smartstream G1.2 NA / G1.0 Turbo / U2 1.5 CRDi Diesel | 1.0L TSI / 1.5L TSI ACT |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 Litres | 47 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel / CNG | Petrol |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed MT / 6-Speed iMT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DSG |
| Mileage | 19.35 kmpl (Petrol Turbo DCT) / 24.22 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI | 21.47 kmpl (1.0L MT) / 19.60 kmpl (1.5L DSG) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 (Turbo) / 4 (NA & Diesel) | 3 (1.0L) / 4 (1.5L) |
| Power | 82 bhp @ 6000 rpm (NA) / 118 bhp @ 6000 rpm (Turbo) / 99 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) | 114 bhp @ 5000 rpm (1.0L) / 148 bhp @ 5000 rpm (1.5L) |
| 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) | 178 Nm @ 1750-4500 rpm (1.0L) / 250 Nm @ 1500-3500 rpm (1.5L) |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic / DCT / iMT | Manual / Automatic (DSG) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 392 Litres | 521 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1705 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 211 mm | 179 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1125 kg (Petrol) | 1215 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3995 mm / 1790 mm / 1642 mm | 4541 mm / 1752 mm / 1487 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2500 mm | 2651 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control (HTX+) | Automatic Climate Control (top) |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Full Digital Cluster | 10.25-inch Virtual Cockpit |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes - Adaptive |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 10-inch Touchscreen 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) | Leatherette (top) / Fabric |
| Sound System | Bose 7-Speaker Premium Audio (top) | 8 Speakers |
| Sunroof | Sunroof (HTX/HTX+) | — |
| USB Ports | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes (top) | Yes (top) |
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 | LED Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Not Available (Sedan) |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R16 | 205/55 R16 (base) / 215/45 R17 (top) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 16-inch Alloy Wheels | 16-inch / 17-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 |
| 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 | Candy WhiteBrilliant SilverCarbon SteelLava Blue |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | 4.2 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
