Comparing the Kia Sonet and the Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux is priced at ₹3,549,000. On the engine front, the Kia Sonet comes with a 1197 cc (NA) / 998 cc (Turbo) / 1493 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Toyota Hilux's 2393 cc, producing 82 bhp @ 6000 rpm (NA) / 118 bhp @ 6000 rpm (Turbo) / 99 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) and 148 bhp @ 3400 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 19.35 kmpl (Petrol Turbo DCT) / 24.22 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI for the Kia Sonet versus 14.94 kmpl (AT) - ARAI for the Toyota Hilux. 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) | 2393 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | 4WD (4x4) |
| Engine Type | Smartstream G1.2 NA / G1.0 Turbo / U2 1.5 CRDi Diesel | 2GD-FTV Turbocharged Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 Litres | 80 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel / CNG | Diesel |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed MT / 6-Speed iMT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT | 6-Speed Automatic / 6-Speed Manual |
| Mileage | 19.35 kmpl (Petrol Turbo DCT) / 24.22 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI | 14.94 kmpl (AT) - ARAI |
| 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) | 148 bhp @ 3400 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric (Push Button Start) |
| Torque | 115 Nm @ 4200 rpm (NA) / 172 Nm @ 1500-4000 rpm (Turbo) / 240 Nm @ 1500-2750 rpm (Diesel) | 400 Nm @ 1400-2800 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic / DCT / iMT | Automatic / Manual |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 392 Litres | Pickup Truck Bed - 1520 L (Volume) |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2760 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 211 mm | 279 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1125 kg (Petrol) | 2025 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3995 mm / 1790 mm / 1642 mm | 5325 mm / 1855 mm / 1815 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2500 mm | 3085 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 |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Full Digital Cluster | Multi-Info Display |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 9-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes - Smart Entry |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes - All 4 Windows |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Leatherette (HTX+) / Fabric (base) | Leather (top) / Fabric (base) |
| Sound System | Bose 7-Speaker Premium Audio (top) | 8 Speakers |
| Sunroof | Sunroof (HTX/HTX+) | — |
| USB Ports | Yes | 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 | LED Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Not Available (Pickup) |
| Roof Rails | — | Not Applicable (Pickup) |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R16 | 265/65 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 16-inch Alloy Wheels | 17-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 7 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - ESC | Yes - VSC |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes - HAC + DAC |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Glacier White PearlAurora Black PearlGravity GreyMagma RedImperial BluePewter Olive | Platinum Pearl WhiteSuper WhiteAttitude BlackSulphur MetallicAshEmotional Red |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | 4.0 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
