Kia Seltos Facelift Model Vs Kia Sonet

Kia Motors India has presented the facelifted Seltos, a popular mid-size SUV that will come in the second half of 2023. The 2020-launched Kia Sonet will compete with the new small SUV. In this blog article, we’ll compare Seltos Facelift Vs Kia Sonet two Kia SUVs’ features, specs, and costs to find the best one for you.

Seltos Facelift Vs Kia Sonet Design and Dimensions

The facelifted Kia Seltos gets a more aggressive and muscular look with a wider body, a larger front grille, a lower air dam with a scuff plate, and a more significant fog light compared to the current model. New LED DRLs, improved LED headlights, new front and back bumpers with faux skid plates, modified LED tail lights, an LED light strip running the length of the tailgate, and dual-tone alloy wheels are also included. Hyundai Group’s new 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine will power the new vehicle.

The Kia Sonet, on the other hand, has a more compact and sporty design with a tiger-nose grille, sculpted bonnet, LED headlamps with DRLs, alloy wheels, LED tail lamps, sunroof and connected panel. The Sonet also gets two new colours: Imperial Blue and Sparkling Silver.

Here is a table comparing the dimensions of the two SUVs:

Dimension	Kia Seltos Facelift	Kia Sonet
Length	4315 mm	3995 mm
Width	1800 mm	1790 mm
Height	1620 mm	1642 mm
Wheelbase	2610 mm	2500 mm
Boot Space	433 litres	392 litres

As you can see, the Seltos is longer, wider and has a longer wheelbase than the Sonet, which translates into more cabin space and luggage capacity. The Sonet is slightly taller than the Seltos, which gives it a better ground clearance.

Seltos Facelift Vs Kia Sonet Engine and Performance

Both Kia SUVs have several engine and gearbox options for different drivers. The facelifted Seltos will likely feature the same powertrain options as the present model, including a 1.5-litre NA petrol engine (115 PS/144 Nm), a 1.5-litre diesel engine (115 PS/250 Nm), and a 1.4-litre turbo-petrol engine (140 PS/242 Nm). Six-speed manual, iMT, torque converter automatic, CVT, and DCT (dual-clutch transmission) transmissions are available.. The new model will only get Hyundai Group’s new 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine option (160 PS/253 Nm) which will be paired with a six-speed manual or a seven-speed DCT.

The Kia Sonet has three engine options: a 1-litre turbo-petrol (120 PS/172 Nm), a 1.2-litre petrol (83 PS/115 Nm), and a 1.5-litre diesel (100 PS/240 Nm or 115 PS/250 Nm). The 1.2-litre petrol engine has a five-speed manual, the 1-litre turbo-petrol engine has a six-speed iMT or DCT, and the diesel engine has a six-speed manual or automatic.

Here are the claimed fuel efficiency figures for the two SUVs:

Engine	Kia Seltos Facelift	Kia Sonet
1.2 Petrol MT	18.4 kmpl	18.4 kmpl
1.0 Turbo Petrol iMT	18.2 kmpl	18.2 kmpl
1.0 Turbo Petrol DCT	18.3 kmpl	18.3 kmpl
1.5 Diesel MT	NA	24.1 kmpl
1.5 Diesel AT	NA	19 kmpl

As you can see, both the SUVs offer similar fuel efficiency figures for the petrol engines, while the Sonet has an edge over the Seltos in the diesel variants.

Features and Safety

The facelifted Kia Seltos comes loaded with features that make it a smart and comfortable SUV. Some of the highlights include:

• A dual-pane panoramic sunroof
• A dual-screen panoramic display with two 10.25-inch screens for the fully digital instrument console and infotainment system
• A gear lever-free rotary dial
  Eight-speaker Bose premium sound system
• A wireless phone charger
• An auto AC with rear vents
• A connected car technology with 58 smart features, including AI voice command, voice assisted sunroof control, OTA map updates, and advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) level 2 with 17 autonomous features.

The Kia Sonet also offers a host of features that make it a wild and connected SUV. Some of the highlights include:

• A single-pane sunroof
• A 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
• A 4.2-inch colour display panel
• A ventilated front seats
• An air purifier with virus protection
• A multi-drive modes and traction control
• A remote engine start
• A Bose premium sound system with seven speakers and LED sound mood lights.

In terms of safety, both the SUVs get up to six airbags, ABS with EBD, electronic stability control (ESC) and vehicle stability management (VSM). The Sonet also gets a highline tyre pressure monitor that displays real-time tyre pressure information and alerts if it falls below the recommended levels.

Price and Verdict

The facelifted Kia Seltos is expected to be priced from Rs. 11 lakh to Rs. 19 lakh (ex-showroom pan-India), while the Kia Sonet is priced from Rs. 7.79 lakh to Rs. 14.89 lakh (ex-showroom pan-India). Both the SUVs offer a lot of value for money and cater to different segments of buyers. The Seltos is a more spacious, powerful and feature-rich SUV that can handle long drives and rough terrains with ease. The Sonet is a more compact, sporty and efficient SUV that can zip through city traffic and offer a fun driving experience. Depending on your budget, preference and usage, you can choose either of these Kia SUVs and enjoy a badass ride.