Comparing the Kia Sonet and the Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 is priced at ₹10,000,000. On the engine front, the Kia Sonet comes with a 1197 cc (NA) / 998 cc (Turbo) / 1493 cc (Diesel) unit compared to the Volvo XC90's 1969 cc, producing 82 bhp @ 6000 rpm (NA) / 118 bhp @ 6000 rpm (Turbo) / 99 bhp @ 4000 rpm (Diesel) and 184 kW / 250 hp respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 19.35 kmpl (Petrol Turbo DCT) / 24.22 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI for the Kia Sonet versus 12.39 km/l (8.072 l/100km combined) for the Volvo XC90. 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 | — | 48V Li-ion |
| Displacement | 1197 cc (NA) / 998 cc (Turbo) / 1493 cc (Diesel) | 1969 cc |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | AWD (All-Wheel Drive) with Instant Traction |
| Engine Type | Smartstream G1.2 NA / G1.0 Turbo / U2 1.5 CRDi Diesel | 2.0L 4-Cylinder Petrol Mild Hybrid (B5) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 Litres | 71 liters |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel / CNG | Petrol (Mild Hybrid) |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed MT / 6-Speed iMT / 6-Speed AT / 7-Speed DCT | 8-speed Geartronic automatic |
| Mileage | 19.35 kmpl (Petrol Turbo DCT) / 24.22 kmpl (Diesel MT) - ARAI | 12.39 km/l (8.072 l/100km combined) |
| 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) | 184 kW / 250 hp |
| Starter | Push Button Start | — |
| Torque | 115 Nm @ 4200 rpm (NA) / 172 Nm @ 1500-4000 rpm (Turbo) / 240 Nm @ 1500-2750 rpm (Diesel) | 360 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automatic / DCT / iMT | Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 392 Litres | 709 liters |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2790 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 211 mm | 223 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1125 kg (Petrol) | 2080 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3995 mm / 1790 mm / 1642 mm | 4953 mm x 1931 mm x 1771 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | — |
| Wheelbase | 2500 mm | 2984 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | — |
| Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control (HTX+) | Two-zone or Four-zone climate system with air purifier and remote cabin pre-cleaning via Volvo Cars app |
| Cluster | 10.25-inch Full Digital Cluster | 12.3-inch digital driver display with Calm and Navi modes |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes - With adaptive assistance |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 11.2-inch centre display with intuitive user interface, Google built-in, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | — |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | — |
| Power Windows | Yes | — |
| Push Start | Yes | — |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | — |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | — |
| Seat Upholstery | Leatherette (HTX+) / Fabric (base) | — |
| Sound System | Bose 7-Speaker Premium Audio (top) | Premium sound system with enhanced acoustic insulation |
| Sunroof | Sunroof (HTX/HTX+) | Optional - Panoramic sunroof available |
| USB Ports | Yes | Four USB-C ports (2 front, 2 rear) |
| Voice Command | — | Yes - Google Assistant with "Hey Google" voice activation |
| Wireless Charger | Yes (top) | Yes - Up to 15 watts wireless phone charger |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | — |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | — |
| Fog Lamps | Yes - LED | — |
| Headlight | LED Projector Headlamps | LED with Head-up display |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | — |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | — |
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R16 | — |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | — |
| Wheel Type | 16-inch Alloy Wheels | — |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes - With collision avoidance assistance |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | Multiple airbags with advanced safety systems |
| Brake Assist | Yes | — |
| EBD | Yes | — |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - ESC | Yes - With lane keeping aid and steering support |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | — |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes - All three rear seats with ISOFIX anchorages in outer positions, integrated booster cushion |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes | Yes - 360° parking view with split screen |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | — |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | — |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Glacier White PearlAurora Black PearlGravity GreyMagma RedImperial BluePewter Olive | — |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.0 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
