2024 Kia Sonet facelift: Variant-wise features listed in this breakdown

The HTX variant seems the most value for money & the jump to the HTX+ variant is significant enough & most of the features are related to infotainment and gadgetry.

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Kia has recently introduced the updated Sonet in India, bringing significant enhancements both on the inside and outside (Review Link). The focus has been on incorporating additional features, notably Level 1 ADAS and a diesel engine with a manual gearbox.

Consequently, Kia has restructured Sonet's variant line-up. Here's a deep dive into all the variants on offer, which will help you identify the most valuable trim for your preferences.

Trims Breakdown

HTE

Top Features

• Halogen Headlamps
• Semi Leatherette Upholstery
• Front Armrest
• 15-inch Steel Wheels
• 4.2-inch MID Cluster
• Bench Rear Seat
• Manual AC
• Rear AC Vents
• 6 Airbags
• TPMS
• Hill Hold
• Electric ORVM
• Front Power Windows

HTK

Top Features Over HTE

• 16-inch Steel Wheels
• 8-inch Infotainment
• Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay
• Rear-View Camera
• Height Adjustable Driver Seat
• Rear Sunshade
• All Door Power Windows

HTK+

Top Features Over HTK

• Electric Sunroof
• LED DRLs
• Rear LED Lightbar
• LED Fog Lamps
• Remote Engine Start (Select Powertrain Only)
• Smart Key (Select Powertrain Only)
• Automatic Climate Control

HTX

Top Features Over HTK+

• LED Headlamps
• Leatherette Steering Wheel
• Leatherette Seats (Select Powertrain Only)
• 60:40 Split Rear Seats
• Rear Center Armrest
• Manual Cruise Control
• ISOFIX Anchors
• Rear Disc Brakes
• Traction Modes (AT Only)
• Drive Modes (AT Only)
• Paddle Shifters (AT Only)
• Front Ventilated Seats (Select Powertrain Only)

HTX+

Top Features Over HTX

• 16-inch Crystal-Cut Alloy Wheels
• LED Ambient Lighting
• 10.25-inch Infotainment
• 10.25-inch Instrument Cluster
• Wireless Phone Charger
• Kia Connect
• Amazon Alexa & AI Voice Commands
• Auto IRVM
• Powered Driver Seats
• Rear Wiper & Wash
• 7-speaker Bose Audio

GTX+

Top Features Over HTX+

• Rear Spoiler
• Alloy Pedals
• Level 1 ADAS
• 360-degree Camera
• Blind View Monitor

X-Line

Top Features Over GTX+

• X-Line Exterior & Interior Upgrades
• All Power Windows One Touch Up/Down

Conclusion

The HTX variant seems the most value for money. It's available with almost all the transmission options for you to choose from. It also stands out for its abundant comfort and convenience features, including split rear seats, rear armrest, automatic climate control, advanced infotainment, wireless smartphone connectivity, and the cherry on top – an electric sunroof, among other amenities. Moreover, the jump from the HTK+ variant isn't much and you get a lot for the money you spend. Also, the jump to the HTX+ variant is significant enough and most of the features are related to the infotainment and gadgetry.

Do let us know what you think is the most value-for-money variant and also if you had to buy the Kia Sonet, which variant would you pick?

Here's what BHPian Shreyans_Jain had to say about the matter:

It is shameful that they are still treating rear wash-wipe as a luxury which is only there on the top two trims. This is a basic safety feature that should come standard with every variant of a car, especially at these price points.

Here's what BHPian FAIAAA had to say about the matter:

Would pick the HTX+ only for the added rear washer + wipe. Else HTX if it came with it.

Agree with the point made above, it's a utilitarian / safety feature and should be made available across all trims.

Here's what BHPian BLACNWYTE had to say about the matter:

I honestly believe that along with the ABS, ESC and 6 Airbags as standard, the rear wash and wipe should also be made mandatory for hatchbacks, SUVs (micro, mini, medium and mega) and MUVs.

It always gets my goat that they used to give it in lower trims earlier but have removed as they went forward. Our 15-year-old i10 Sportz has rear wash and wipe along with rear defogger and vanity mirrors for both driver and passenger. Now, if you want to wash and wipe you have to buy the top-end trim.

So you can put 6 airbags, and all the connected tech wizardry but can't give rear wash and wipe. I think it's grossly undervalued. I live in Kerala and it's about 6-9 months of rain here and I know how great it is to have a rear wash and wipe.

Innova is an overpriced product but it gives the rear wash and wipe from the base model itself. Now that's what others should follow not the stratospheric pricing.

Here's what BHPian swiftnfurious had to say about the matter:

Great spread out! I LOVE diesel and usable features. I find the HTX+ to be the right one from a features standpoint. However, it misses out on the 6AT for the diesel - that's a shame (or really smart from Kia - read below to see why!)

Else that'd have been the most perfect fit for me. So, if it's a manual, HTX+ it'd have been. But now, I have to select X-Line since the price difference between GTX+ & X-Line is hardly anything. That's a 1L that's wasted just because I don't get the 6AT on the variant I like.

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