New Kia Sonet brochure leaked – New features confirmed

The Kia Sonet facelift is all set to make public appearance on 14th December with an expected price of Rs 9.13 lakh to Rs 18.70 lakh (on-road, Mumbai). Now as we are getting close to the date, Kia started their ad campaign by revealing key features in their teasers. We have seen the new digital instrument cluster and ADAS, but now, we have more details of the SUV. How? Well, the brochure of the new Kia Sonet has been leaked online which has revealed a lot of new information. We are sharing everything about that so stay tuned.
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Kia Sonet facelift – New Features

As expected, Kia has added new features to the already feature loaded Sonet SUV. The welcome feature is the four-way electrically adjustable driver’s seat. It is a feature that even Nexon does not offer. Then, we have a 360-degree camera setup and an all new 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster. Also, Kia will introduce the first in segment feature – traction modes. This feature will allow users to choose the particular traction mode. The modes include – Sand, Mud, and Wet. Further, the new Sonet will come equipped with rear disc brakes on the higher variants, something that only the Mahindra XUV300 offers in this segment. Lastly, we have the famous ADAS technology, borrowed from the Hyundai Venue. It is based on level 1 ADAS which has features like – Lane Keeping Assist, Lane Departure Warning, Driver Attention Warning, Lane Following Assist, High Beam Assist and Leading Vehicle Departure Alert.

Boot Space Reduced

Now as we can see addition of new features, it is the boot space that has been reduced. The current model of the Sonet has a boot space of 392 litres. However, as seen on the brochure the new Sonet has a boot space of 385 litres.

Kia Sonet facelift – New transmission

Apart from new features, Kia has reintroduced the transmission option with the new Sonet. Previously, Kia used to offer 6-speed manual transmission along with the diesel variant of the Sonet. Later they discontinued the manual transmission and continued with the 6-speed iMT and 6-speed torque converter options. However, the 6-speed manual transmission is back in the Sonet which will be paired with the diesel engine.

Exterior

With the new Sonet, Kia will introduce an all new colour option. It is the Pewter Olive colour which we have seen on the Seltos facelift as well. The Sonet will also come with options for dual-tone colour options – Intense Red and Glacier Pearl with Aurora Black Pearl roof. Whereas the top-spec X line trim will get the Xclusive Matte Graphite body colour. Lastly, the new Sonet will have 15-inch steel wheels with wheel cover and three 16-inch alloy wheels design options. The design of the alloy wheels (and new seat upholstery) will be dependent on the trim levels.

Kia Sonet facelift – Engine Specifications

As seen on the leaked brochure, the engine options remain unchanged. The new Sonet will continue to get a 1.2-litre petrol engine producing 81bhp and 115Nm torque, 1.0-litre turbo petrol engine producing 118bhp and 172Nm torque and a 1.5-litre diesel engine producing 114bhp and 250Nm of torque. The transmission options include – 5-speed manual for petrol, 6-speed manual for diesel, 6-speed iMT for petrol and diesel, 7-speed DCT for petrol, and 6-speed torque converter for diesel.

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