Kia Sonet Base Model HTE Features, Engine Specs, Dimensions And Cost

In this article, we’ll look at the engine specs, dimensions, ex-showroom price and features of the Kia Sonet base model.

Kia Sonet

The Kia Sonet is available in 6 variants - HTE, HTK, HTK Plus, HTX, HTX Plus and GTX Plus. The base model of the Kia Sonet costs Rs. 7.15 lakh for the normal petrol version and Rs. 8.89 lakh for the diesel version (all prices are ex-showroom). 

Kia Sonet Base Model Features List

Some notable features of the base variant of the Kia Sonet include: 

  • 4 airbags
  • Tyre pressure monitoring system
  • Rear AC vents
  • Electrically adjustable ORVMs
  • Front armrests

For the price, we think the Sonet’s base variant misses out on features like rear power windows, an audio system, remote central locking etc.

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KIA SONET BASE MODEL

STANDARD FEATURES

SAFETY

FUNCTIONAL

STYLE

Std. safety features

Manual AC

15-inch steel wheels

2x front side thorax airbags

Front power windows

Wheel covers

Tyre pressure sensors

Tilt steering

Fender-mounted turn indicators

Halogen reflector headlamps

Adjustable front headrests

Body-coloured door handles

Speed-sensing auto door lock

MID

Body-coloured ORVMs

Impact-sensing auto door unlock

2x USB ports

Silver front skid plate

Manual central locking

Power mirrors

 

Day/night IRVM

Rear AC vents

 
 

Front armrest

 

Also Read: Kia Sonet Diesel Variants Explained - Which One To Buy?

Kia Sonet Base Model Engine Specs

The base HTE model of the Sonet is available with 2 engine options; a 1.2L normal petrol and a 1.5L turbo diesel engine. The petrol engine comes mated to a 5-speed manual transmission whereas the diesel engine comes mated to a 6-speed manual transmission.

The 1.2L normal petrol engine produces 83PS of power at 6000rpm and 115Nm of torque at 4200rpm. This powertrain returns a claimed mileage of 18.4kmpl. On the other hand, the 1.5L diesel engine produces 100PS of power at 4000rpm and 240Nm of torque between 1500 and 2750rpm. This engine returns a claimed mileage of 24.1kmpl.

HTE

Here are the engine specifications of the Kia Sonet base model:

KIA SONET BASE MODEL

ENGINE SPECS

Engine

1.2L Normal Petrol

1.5L Turbo Diesel

Displacement

1197cc

1493cc

Power

83PS @ 6000rpm

100PS @ 4000rpm

Power:Weight 

76PS/t*

81.10PS/t

Peak Torque

115Nm @ 4200rpm

240Nm @ 1500 - 2750rpm

Torque:Weight

105Nm/t*

194.65Nm/t

Manual Transmission

5-speed

6-speed

Claimed FE

18.4kmpl

24.1kmpl

Also Read: Kia Sonet Petrol Variants Explained - Which One To Buy?

Kia Sonet Base Model Dimensions

The Kia Sonet measures 3995mm long, 1790mm wide and 1642mm tall. The Kia Sonet measures 3995mm long, 1790mm wide and 1642mm tall. It is only narrower than the Mahindra XUV300 and the Tata Nexon in the segment. Height-wise, it is only shorter than the Maruti Brezza. The Sonet’s wheelbase is more than the Tata Nexon but less than the Mahindra XUV300 and the Honda WR-V. Ground clearance of the Sonet only falls behind the Tata Nexon whereas the boot space only falls behind the Renault Kiger. The Sonet and the Hyundai Venue are the only cars in the segment to get 15-inch wheels in the base model, one size smaller than the competition.

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KIA SONET BASE MODEL

DIMENSIONS

Length

3995mm

Width

1790mm

Height

1642mm

Wheelbase

2500mm

Boot Space

392L

Ground Clearance

205mm

Tyre Size

195/65 R15

Also Read: Kia Sonet Top Model GTX Plus Features, Engine Specs, Dimensions And Cost

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Mohammad Osaaf

In the age of SUVs and crossovers, it's the traditional, 3-box sleeper sedans that excite him the most. All it needs is a punchy engine, a tight chassis and everyday practicality. Skoda Octavia VRS and BMW M5 are his favourites.

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