Complete owner’s guide for the Kia Sonet with photo, model introduction, full specifications, 5-year India sales report, variant links, 80 reported issues and 1 replacement parts rendered directly in the HTML body for search engines.
One of India's most popular suvs — driven by reliability, value and proven service.
The Kia Sonet is a suv sold in India in the ₹8.21–16.54 lakh price range. Available in Petrol, it competes in the suv segment with feature-rich variants, modern safety equipment, and a strong service network across India.
Ex-showroom price: ₹8.21–₹16.54 lakh | Segment: SUV | Fuel: Petrol | Mileage: 14–18 km/l | Seating: 5 persons.
| Engine | 4-cyl Turbo |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1.5–2.0 L |
| Power | 115–170 PS |
| Torque | 150–250 Nm |
| Transmission | 6MT / 7DCT / 6AT |
| Fuel Type | Petrol |
| Mileage (ARAI) | 14–18 km/l |
| Drive Type | FWD/AWD |
| Top Speed | 190 km/h |
| 0–100 km/h | 9.7 s |
| Seating | 5 persons |
| Boot Space | 433 L |
| Fuel Tank | 50 L |
| Ground Clearance | 198 mm |
| Length × Width × Height | 4365 mm × 1815 mm × 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2610 mm |
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R17 |
| Airbags | 6 |
| Safety Rating | Not Yet Tested |
| Warranty | 3 yrs / 1,00,000 km |
| Infotainment | 10.25-in HD, connected car, OTA |
27 variants are listed with fuel type, transmission, airbags, trim level and direct variant-page links.
Units sold in India across the latest 5-year report period. Total 5-year volume is 4,44,400, with peak sales of 1,05,800 units in 2023 and 2024 sales of 96,400 units (-9% YoY).
| Year | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Units Sold | 42,600 | 96,400 | 1,03,200 | 1,05,800 | 96,400 |
These sales figures are sourced from curated SIAM, FADA and industry-report aligned data where available.
Many users feel noticeable vibrations inside the cabin when the car is idling, especially in diesel variants. It becomes more obvious when AC is on.
Severity: medium | Repair Cost: ₹1,500–₹8,000 | Affected Years: 2020-2024 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Steering vibration at idle, Seat vibration, Engine noise at signal.
In turbo petrol variants, there is a noticeable delay when pressing the accelerator, especially in city traffic.
Severity: medium | Repair Cost: ₹0–₹3,000 | Affected Years: 2020-2024 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Delay in acceleration, Sudden power surge, Jerky movement.
Some manual transmission users report difficulty in shifting gears smoothly, especially from 1st to 2nd gear.
Severity: medium | Repair Cost: ₹2,000–₹12,000 | Affected Years: 2020-2023 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Gear stick stiffness, Grinding noise, Delayed gear engagement.
In heavy traffic, DCT variants sometimes show overheating warnings and reduce performance.
Severity: high | Repair Cost: ₹0–₹10,000 | Affected Years: 2020-2024 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Warning message on screen, Loss of power, Car stops moving.
Users report knocking or thud noise when driving over potholes or speed breakers.
Severity: medium | Repair Cost: ₹1,500–₹15,000 | Affected Years: 2020-2024 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Clunk sound, Rough ride, Noise from rear/front.
Many users complain about squeaking sound when applying brakes at low speeds.
Severity: low | Repair Cost: ₹500–₹5,000 | Affected Years: 2020-2024 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Squeak sound, Noise during braking.
Some drivers feel steering becomes heavy while parking or driving at slow speeds.
Severity: medium | Repair Cost: ₹1,000–₹10,000 | Affected Years: 2020-2024 | Frequency: Occasional
Common symptoms: Hard steering, Less response, Tight turns difficult.
Some users notice uneven or faster tyre wear within short usage.
Severity: medium | Repair Cost: ₹8,000–₹25,000 | Affected Years: 2020-2024 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Uneven tyre wear, Low grip.
Touchscreen system sometimes lags or becomes unresponsive.
Severity: medium | Repair Cost: ₹0–₹15,000 | Affected Years: 2020-2024 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Screen freeze, Slow response.
In peak summer, AC cooling is not strong enough, especially for rear passengers.
Severity: medium | Repair Cost: ₹1,500–₹10,000 | Affected Years: 2020-2024 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Low cooling, Hot air from vents.
Browse 1 commonly replaced parts for Kia Sonet with prices, symptoms, and DIY guidance.