Comparing the Kia Sonet and the Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari is priced at ₹1,549,000. On the engine front, the Kia Sonet comes with a 1197 cc (NA) / 998 cc (Turbo) / 1493 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Tata Safari's 1956 cc, producing 82 bhp @ 6000 rpm (NA) / 118 bhp @ 6000 rpm (Turbo) / 99 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) and 168–170 PS @ 3750 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 19.35 kmpl (Petrol Turbo DCT) / 24.22 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI for the Kia Sonet versus Manual: 16.3 kmpl; Automatic: 14.5 kmpl for the Tata Safari. 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) | 1956 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | FWD |
| Engine Type | Smartstream G1.2 NA / G1.0 Turbo / U2 1.5 CRDi Diesel | Kryotec 2.0L Turbocharged Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 Litres | 50 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel / CNG | Diesel |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed MT / 6-Speed iMT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT | 6-speed Manual & 6-speed Torque Converter Automatic |
| Mileage | 19.35 kmpl (Petrol Turbo DCT) / 24.22 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI | Manual: 16.3 kmpl; Automatic: 14.5 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) | 168–170 PS @ 3750 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| 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 | Manual / Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 392 Litres | 420 L |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 211 mm | 200–205 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1125 kg (Petrol) | 1825 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3995 mm / 1790 mm / 1642 mm | 4668 mm × 1922 mm × 1795 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
| Wheelbase | 2500 mm | 2741 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control (HTX+) | Automatic |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Full Digital Cluster | Digital / Semi-digital cluster |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | — | No |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 8.8-inch touchscreen; digital cluster in facelift |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front & Rear |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Leatherette (HTX+) / Fabric (base) | Fabric / Leatherette |
| Sound System | Bose 7-Speaker Premium Audio (top) | JBL |
| Sunroof | Sunroof (HTX/HTX+) | Panoramic |
| USB Ports | Yes | Multiple |
| Voice Command | — | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes (top) | No |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED |
| Fog Lamps | Yes - LED | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | Projector with LED DRLs |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED |
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R16 | 235/65 R17, 245/55 R19 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 16-inch Alloy Wheels | Alloy |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 |
| 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 | Thermisto Gold, Telesto Grey, Calypso Red, Orion Black, Cosmic Gold, Frost White, Daytona Grey |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
