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Isuzu D-Max vs KIA Sonet

Do you want to find out which car is the best, Isuzu D-Max or KIA Sonet? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between D-Max and Sonet. Isuzu D-Max Price starts at Rs.11.55 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD and KIA Sonet Price starts at Rs.7.99 Lakh (ex-showroom) for HTE G1.2 Smartstream Petrol 5-Speed MT. Isuzu D-Max is 4 cylinder, 2499 cc Engine can generate 78hp @ 3800 rpm power whereas KIA Sonet is a 4 cylinder, 1197 cc Engine can generate 82 bhp @ 6000 rpm power. In terms of mileage, D-Max provides a mileage of 12.4 kmpl (base model), and Sonet has a mileage of 18.83 kmpl (base model).

D-Max vs Sonet

Key HighlightsIsuzu D-MaxKIA Sonet
PriceRs.11.55 LakhRs.7.99 Lakh
Engine Capacity2499 cc1197 cc
Power78hp @ 3800 rpm82 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Mileage/Range12.4 kmpl18.83 kmpl
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Isuzu D-Max STD car
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Rs. 11.55 Lakh
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KIA Sonet HTE G1.2 Smartstream Petrol 5-Speed MT car
HTE G1.2 Smartstream Petrol 5-Speed MT
Rs. 7.99 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
13.67 Lakh
Price Breakup
8.97 Lakh
Price Breakup
Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
User Rating
4.2
4.4
Boot Space (Litres)
265 Litres
385 Litres
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Engine Displacement
2499 cc
1197 cc
Max Power (bhp @rpm)
78hp @ 3800 rpm
82 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Colors
Images
D-Max Images
D-Max Images
D-Max Images
Sonet Images
Sonet Images
Sonet Images
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Exterior

Sunroof Type
-
Sunroof
-
Power Windows
check
Adjustable ORVMs
Electrically Adjustable & Retractable
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Turn Indicators on ORVMs
check
Rear Wiper
-
Rear Defogger
check
Bootlid Opener
With Key
Electric Tailgate Release
Rain Sensing Wipers
Daytime Running Lights
LED
LED headlight
-
Projector headlight
-
check
Automatic Headlamps
Follow Me Home Headlamps

Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Front Suspension
Double Wishbone with Coil Springs stabilizer
McPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Rear Suspension
Semi-Elliptic Leaf Spring
Coupled Torsion Beam Axle with Coil Spring
Front Brakes
Disc
Disc
Rear Brakes
Drum
Drum
Wheels
-
Steel Rims
Spare Wheel
Steel
Steel
Front Tyre Size
205R16C
195 / 65 R15
Rear Tyre Size
205R16C
195 / 65 R15
Tyre Size Spare
-
195 / 65 R15
Wheels Size
-
R15

Instrumentation

Low Fuel Level Warning
-
check
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
Gear Indicator
-
Shift Indicator
Dynamic
Tachometer
-
Analogue
Avg fuel economy display
-
check

Infotainment & Communication

Apple CarPlay
check
Android Auto
check
Voice Command
Infotainment Screen
-
Yes + 8 inch
Multifunction Display
Bluetooth Compatibility
check
Integrated Music System
check
Speakers
6
AM/FM Radio
check
USB Compatibility
check
Wireless Charger

Warranty

Basic Warranty
3 Years or 100000 kms
3 Years/Unlimited Kms

Engine & Transmission

Engine Capacity
2499 cc
1197 cc
Engine Type
4 Cylinder Common Rail VGT Intercooled Diesel
Smartstream G 1.2
No. of Cylinders
4
4
No. of valves per cylinder
4
4
Cylinder Configuration
-
DOHC
Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Gears
-
5 Gears
Power
78hp @ 3800 rpm
82 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Torque
176 Nm @ 1500-2400 RPM
115 Nm @ 4200 rpm
Drivetrain
AWD
FWD
ARAI Certified Economy
12.4 kmpl
18.83 kmpl
Top Speed
175 kmph
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Emission Norm
BS 6 Phase 2
BS6 Phase 2
Turbocharger
-

Comfort & Convenience

Ventilated Seats
Ventilated Seats Type
-
AC
check
check
Rear AC Vents
-
check
Automatic climate control
Optional
Heater
check
check
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
Driver and Co driver
Cruise Control
Start / Stop Button
-
Power Steering
check
check
Adjustable steering
check
check
Multifunction Steering Wheel
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Leather streering wheels
Keyless Entry
-
Electronic Parking Brake
-

Safety

NCAP Rating
-
Not Tested
Airbags
2
6
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount)
-
Overspeed Warning
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1 beep over 80kmph& Continuous beeps over 120kmph
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
check
check
EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution)
check
check
EBA (Electronic Brake Assist)
-
check
ESP (Electronic Stability Program)
-
check
ASR / Traction Control
check
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
check
Lane Departure Warning
-
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
-
check
Seat Belt Warning
check
check
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
-
check
Rear Middle Head Rest
-

Dimensions & Capacity

Length
5045 mm
3995 mm
Width
1860 mm
1790 mm
Height
1790 mm
1610 mm
Wheelbase
3095 mm
2500 mm
No. of Seats
2
5
No. of Doors
4
5
Fuel Tank Capacity
55 Litres
45 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
-
3.4 Litres
Boot Space
265 Litres
385 Litres
Kerb Weight
1610 kg
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Body Type
Pickup Truck
SUV

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • Has a powerful diesel engine
  • Looks quite macho
  • Quite good off the road
  • It has become more stylish than its previous generation
  • The car comes with features like a 360-degree camera, a 4-way powered driver seat, a BOSE 7-speaker sound system, auto-dimming IRVM, wireless charging, and more.
  • The design includes a dual-screen connected panel with a full digital cluster. It has a 10.25-inch color LCD MID and a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment.
  • It is available with 3 engine options: 1.2-litre NA petrol, 1.0-litre turbo petrol, and a 1.5-litre diesel engine. The HTK+ variant is available with all three engine options making it a good option.
  • Diesel engine is available starting from the base HTE variant
  • Different types of transmission options are available depending on the engine. The DCT gearbox is available starting with the HTX variant at Rs 12.29 lakh.
  • The interior comes with an option of 5 colour themes and offers a premium feel
  • The car is loaded with a number of safety features. It includes 15 standard safety features. These include 6 airbags, ESP, VSC, Hill-hold assist, ABS, Brake Assist, and more.
  • Level-1 ADAS features add extra safety. They include Front Collision Warning (FCW). They also include Leading vehicle departure alert, Lane Departure Warning, Lane keep assist, and more.
  • The base variant comes with a decent number of safety features and an attractive price tag
Cons
  • Latest version has got quite expensive
  • Quite big in size for daily use
  • Small after-sales network
  • No automatic transmission with the 1.2-litre NA petrol engine
  • The lower models lack features. The company only reserves most of the good features for the higher variants.
  • GTX+ & X-Line variants are the only ones that have ADAS.
  • The turbo petrol engine does not offer a complete manual transmission. Instead, it comes with a clutchless manual transmission. This might not appeal to some customers.
  • The dual-tone color option is not available until the HTX+ variant
  • The 10.25-inch infotainment does not support Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
  • The top-of-the-line X-line trim comes with a high price tag specially with diesel engine
  • The 1.2-litre petrol engine is available in three variants only
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Detailed Comparison of Isuzu D-Max and KIA Sonet

Safety

D-Max comes loaded with ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), Seat Belt Warning, Reverse Camera, Engine Immobiliser, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Door Ajar Warning. Sonet has ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), EBA (Electronic Brake Assist), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), ASR / Traction Control, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Emergency Brake Light Flashing, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Hill Assist, Engine Immobiliser, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Door Ajar Warning.

Body

D-Max has doors and seats. It is an with 265 Litres boot space, 55 Litres fuel tank capacity. It is 1860 mm wide, 1790 mm high and 5045 mm long. It has 1610 kg kerb weight and 3095 mm wheel base. Alternativelly, Sonet is an with doors and seats ,45 Litres fuel tank capacity, 385 Litres boot space, It has 1610 mm height, 3995 mm length, 1790 mm width, .

Transmission

Isuzu D-Max comes with AWD and Manual transmission. And Sonet comes with FWD and 5 Gears Manual transmission.

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Isuzu D-Max and KIA Sonet Owner Reviews

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      Hitesh
      2 Year ago
      3.7
      This lifestyle vehicle combined with a rooftop tent will be incredible.This car can go anywhere with power, safety & comfort.
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      Naina Trivedi
      2 Year ago
      4.2
      I just came for 1 year and I am a Painter by profession.I was going for preventions,like we sent and down it was helping me to travel off road and on road to a great experience in this Car.
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      Himanshu
      2 Year ago
      3.6
      Once you drive the car this gives you an Imposing road presence with a good handling experience.
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    • AB
      Abdul Bajid
      2 Year ago
      4.4
      I would proudly say this is a niche product with true off-road capability.
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