2020 Kia Sonet is Finally Here - Specs, Features and More [Walkaround Video]

After witnessing a lot of spy shots, teasers and the concept model at the Auto Expo, now it's finally time to look on the production-spec Kia Sonet. So far, Kia Motors has enjoyed astonishing success in the Indian market with the Seltos SUV and the Carnival Premium MPV. The Seltos was launched in India in August 2019 and it set the sales chart on fire. Now, it's that time of the year again. Kia Motors has finally marked its foray into the hot compact SUV segment and is all set to once again hit the market by the storm. The new 2020 Kia Sonet has made its World Premiere in India today and here we have for you all the details about it (#TheNextLevelOfWild).

First of all, we will be talking about the design of the new Sonet compact-SUV. The Sonet looks really imposing and it is unlike any other compact SUV of its segment. Like the Seltos, the Sonet will also be proffered in Tech Line and GT Line trims. The GT Line is more sporty and is targeted mainly towards those customers who want an extra dash of sportiness. The Sonet will be available in eight mono-tone and three dual-tone colour options. Kia says that the design of the Sonet has been inspired by that of a baby elephant. Upfront, it gets Kia's signature tiger-nose grille which is flanked by heartbeat LED DRLs. It also gets LED headlamps, sporty bumpers, etc.

The side profile of the Sonet houses new dual-tone 16-inch crystal-cut alloy wheels. Its sporty silhouette is enhanced by the unique design and structure of the C-pillar. It also gets roof-rails, a shark-fin antenna, an integrated body spoiler, etc. At the rear, it features heartbeat LED taillamps and there is a thin red-coloured glass strip that lends it a connected appeal. The Sonet also gets body cladding all around with stylish skid plates at the front and rear. The GT Line sports subtle red inserts which give it a very sporty appeal. In a nutshell, we can say that the Kia Sonet has a very striking design and it will definitely turn people's heads out on the streets.

Step inside the cabin of the Sonet and you will be definitely impressed with it. The Sonet gets a very spacious cabin with multiple best in class features. The GT Line of the Sonet gets an all-black cabin with sporty red inserts and red stitching on the seats. Taking the centre stage of the dashboard is a big 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system. This system is compatible with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and Kia's UVO connected car technology, etc. The Sonet gets as many as 57 UVO connected car features and this time the remote engine start/stop functionality will be available in both the manual as well as the automatic variants. It also gets a digital instrument cluster.

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Some other features include a premium BOSE sound system with 7-speakers and sub-woofer, an electric sunroof, the world's first smart car air purifier with virus protection, ventilated front seats, LED mood lighting, wireless charger, multi-drive and traction modes, etc. The safety features of the Sonet include up to six airbags, ABS with EBD and Brake Assist, ESC (Electronic Stability Control), HAC (Hill-start Assist Control), VSM (Vehicle Stability Management), etc. It also gets front and rear parking sensors with a reverse parking camera and TPMS (tyre-pressure monitoring system).

Talking about the powertrain options, so the new Kia Sonet borrows BS6-compliant powertrains from the Hyundai Venue. It gets a 1.2-litre naturally-aspirated petrol engine that churns out 83 PS of power and 115 Nm of torque. It comes mated to a 5-speed manual gearbox. It also gets a powerful 1.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine that pumps out 120 PS of power and 171 Nm of torque. This turbo-petrol motor comes mated to a 6-speed manual, a 7-speed DCT and a 6-speed iMT. The last mill is a 1.5-litre oil-burner that develops 100 PS of power and 240 Nm of torque. It is coupled to a 6-speed manual and a 6-speed torque-converter automatic gearbox.

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The new 2020 Kia Sonet has made its World Premiere in India today. Kia Motors has announced that the official bookings for the Sonet will commence soon. It is expected to be launched next month in the Indian market and will be priced in the ballpark of Rs. 7 lakhs - Rs. 12 lakhs, Ex-showroom Delhi. Upon launch, it will lock its horns against the Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza, Ford Ecosport, Mahindra XUV 300, Tata Nexon and Hyundai Venue. What are your thoughts on the new 2020 Kia Sonet? Tell us in the comments below. You can also subscribe to our YouTube channel for more such amazing motoring updates.