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Old 7th August 2020, 12:54   #331
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Re: The Kia Sonet Compact SUV, now unveiled

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Amazing package .. but left out the 60/40 split rear seats .. dang.
Personally in the 15 years of owning different cars, I have used or needed the 60:40 split hardly between 5-10 times in total.
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Old 7th August 2020, 12:55   #332
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Re: The Kia Sonet Compact SUV, now unveiled

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The features mentioned are segment firsts, I think 60:40 split is not left out. So be rest assured.
In all probability .. its been left out .. I checked the Kia website as well .. the rear bench does not seen to have a split .. but I just hope I am wrong and you are right
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Re: The Kia Sonet Compact SUV, now unveiled

That was a nice premier for the Sonet. Not sure if it was live, maybe recorded.

The car itself looks butch and has a great design and a plethora of choices for the customer. Petrol, Diesel, Manual and Autoboxes, TC, iMT and what not, along with connected car features, Sunroof etc. The Car buyer will be spoilt for choice choosing a Kia Sonet trim.

Competitors (especially Maruti, Toyota, Ford) will not have a choice, but to upgrade and provide more features in their cars in the coming months. This will sell at a premium compared to other compact SUVs in the market for sure.
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Old 7th August 2020, 12:57   #334
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Wow , Kia did it again . Plethora of variants and option to be followed with 2 sets of variants and no. of powertrain options. Eagerly waiting for pricing even though it will be in line with current Venue pricing ,variant distribution will be different.

Irony is that some quits diesel market and some others invests with more enthusiasm, thumbs up Kia !
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Re: The Kia Sonet Compact SUV, now unveiled

Enter the Kia Sonet.
What a fantastic package ! Amazing design, fun, quirky, yet not too over the top (as per my opinion). Loaded to the hilt with features and creature comforts.

The competition is sure to feel the heat here, in fact, I don't think there will even BE a competition for this little bag of fun!

Now only remains to be seen are the pricing and the driving dynamics. Overall, a great unveil by Kia.

(I'm looking at you Kia Showroom! )
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Re: The Kia Sonet Compact SUV, now unveiled

Like the front end, not so much the rear end. It would have looked 10 times better if they had not used that strip to connect the tail lights.
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Old 7th August 2020, 13:09   #337
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Re: The Kia Sonet Compact SUV, now unveiled

Kia Sonet Website Up & Running

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Tech Line gets Beige Seats, looks like either the birdie was wrong or Kia made a last minute change. Good that the Beige Option is there along with Black. I Prefer Beige since it makes the cabin more airy. I am not worried about cleaning headache since our cars are spic & span inside.

Like Seltos, the Sonet gets range of options. 3 Engines & 5 Gearbox. My Pick are the 6 Speed iMT & 6 Speed Torque Convertor.


Engine & Gearbox Options

1.2 Petrol (5 Speed Manual)
1.0 Turbo Petrol (6 Speed Manual / 6 Speed iMT / 7 Speed DCT)
1.5 Turbo Diesel (6 Speed Manual / 6 Speed Torque Convertor)

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Old 7th August 2020, 13:10   #338
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Re: The Kia Sonet Compact SUV, now unveiled

Kia is doing something that every other manufacturer in India has failed to do including MS. Every company has taken India for granted and gave us such limited option in terms of engines and transmissions. The Sonet has the a 5-speed manual, 6-speed manual, 7-speed DCT, a torque convertor and an iMT. It has three engine choices which are the 1.5-litre N/A petrol, a 1.0-litre turbo petrol and a 1.5 diesel engine. Just like the Seltos, they’re launching the Sonet with all guns blazing and I’m sure the customers will appreciate it. No wonder why Kia is doing well in India. I thank them and wish them all the best!!
The 1.5 diesel torque converter automatic would be my pick.

Cheers!!
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Re: The Kia Sonet Compact SUV, now unveiled

Wow! Perfect CSUV I would say.
Kia knows the pulse of Indian customers.
Kudos to Kia Motors for launching 1.5 diesel with 6 speed TC auto box in the Sonet.

Mod Note: Our Kia Sonet Report has been taken live at this link. Please continue the discussion over on the new thread. Thanks!

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