Hyundai Exter vs Kia Sonet

Kia Sonet Price starts at Rs. 7.99 Lakh which is Rs. 2.00 Lakh costlier than base model of Hyundai Exter priced at Rs. 5.99 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Hyundai Exter (Petrol Model) is 19.2 Kmpl whereas claimed mileage of Kia Sonet (Diesel Model) is 19 Kmpl. In technical specifications, Hyundai Exter (Top Model) is powered by 1197 cc engine , while Kia Sonet (Top Model) is powered by 1493 cc engine.

Exter vs Sonet

Key Highlights Exter SX Opt Connect Knight DT AMTSonet X-line Diesel AT
Engine Type 1.2 l Kappa 1.5L CRDi VGT
Max Power 81.8bhp@6000rpm 114bhp@4000rpm
Mileage (ARAI) 19.2 Kmpl 19 Kmpl
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Basic Info Hyundai Exter SX Opt Connect Knight DT AMTKia Sonet X-line Diesel ATRenault Kiger RXE
Rating
109 reviews
42 reviews
173 reviews
Brand Name Hyundai Kia Renault
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 10.42 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 15.76 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 5.99 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Displacement 1197 cc 1493 cc 999 cc
Body Type SUVAll SUV Cars SUVAll SUV Cars
Max Power 81.8bhp@6000rpm 114bhp@4000rpm 71bhp@6250rpm
No Of Cylinders 4 4 3
Transmission Automatic Automatic Manual
Gearbox 5 Speed AMT 6-Speed AT 5-Speed
Drive Type FWD FWD FWD
Colors
Hyundai Exter Colors
Kia Sonet Colors
Renault Kiger Colors
Fuel Type Petrol Diesel Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) 19.2 Kmpl 19 Kmpl 19.17 Kmpl
Tyre Size 176/65 R15 215/60 R16 195/60
Boot Space ... 385 Liters 405 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes No
Cruise Control Yes Yes No
Airbags Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver and Passenger
EMI
Rs. 20,172 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 30,504 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 11,607 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 51,133 Exter Insurance Rs. 70,789 Sonet Insurance Rs. 28,927 Kiger Insurance
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Engine Type
1.2 l Kappa
1.5L CRDi VGT
1.0L Energy
Engine Displacement
1197 cc
1493 cc
999 cc
Max Power
81.8bhp@6000rpm
114bhp@4000rpm
71bhp@6250rpm
Max Torque
113.8Nm@4000rpm
250Nm@1500-2750rpm
96Nm@3500rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
4
4
3
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Manual
Gearbox
5 Speed AMT
6-Speed AT
5-Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
4
Drive Type
FWD
FWD
FWD
Paddle Shift
...
Fuel Supply System
...
CRDi
MPFi
Turbo Charger
...
Drive Mode Types
...
NORMAL|ECO|SPORTS
...

Fuel Type
Petrol
Diesel
Petrol
Fuel Capacity
37 Liters
45 Liters
40 Liters
Mileage (ARAI)
19.2 Kmpl
19 Kmpl
19.17 Kmpl
Mileage (City)
...
...
15 kmpl
Mileage (Highway)
...
...
17 kmpl

Suspension Front
Suspension Rear
6
6
6
Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Drum
Disc
Drum
Steering Type
Electric
Electric
Electric
Tyre Size
176/65 R15
215/60 R16
195/60
Wheel Size
...
Tyre Type
Radial Tubeless
Radial Tubeless
Tubeless,Radial

Dual Tone Dashboard
...
...
Ventilated Seats
...
...
Additional Interior Features
Inside rear view mirror(Telematics switches (SOS, RSA & Bluelink),Interior garnish with 3D pattern,Painted black AC vents,Black theme interiors with red accents & stitching,Sporty metal pedals,Metal scuff plate,Footwell lighting(Red),Floor mats,Leatherette Steering wheel,Gear knob,Chrome finish(Gear knob),Chrome finish(Parking lever tip),Metal finish inside door handles,Digital cluster(Digital cluster with colour TFT MID, Multiple regional UI language)
Silver Painted Door Handles, Connected Infotainment & Cluster Design - Black High Gloss, Leatherette Wrapped Gear Knob, Leatherette wrapped Door armrest, LED Ambient Sound Lighting, All Black Interiors with Xclusive Sage Green Inserts, Leatherette wrapped D-cut steering wheel with Sonet logo, High gloss black finish AC vents garnish, Sporty Alloy Pedals, Sporty All Black Roof Lining
Muted melange seat upholstery,8.9 cm LED instrument cluster
Rear Seat Headrest
...
4
...
Digital Cluster
Air Conditioner
Seating Capacity
5
5
5
Doors
5
5
5
Boot Space
...
385 Liters
405 Liters

Alloy Wheels
Additional Exterior Features
Black painted radiator grille,Exclusive Knight emblem,Front & rear skid plate(Black),Black painted roof rails,Black painted rear spoiler,Black painted C pillar garnish,Black painted rear garnish,Body colored(Bumpers),Body colored(Outside door mirrors,Outside door handles),Knight exclusive(Front red bumper insert,Tailgate red insert,Black painted side sill garnish),Red front brake calipers,A pillar black out tape,B pillar & window line black out tape,Front & rear mudguard
Silver Brake Caliper, Body Color Front & Rear bumper, Side Moulding - Black, Glossy Black Delta garnish, Body colour outside door handle, High Mount Stop Lamp, Crown Jewel LED headlamps, Star Map LED DRLs, Star Map LED Connected Tail Lamps, Sporty Crystal Cut Alloy Wheels, Xclusive Piano Black Outside mirror, Kia Signature Tiger nose grille with Knurled Xclusive Black High Gloss Surround, Xclusive Sporty Aero DynamicFront & Rear Skid Plates with black high glossy accents, Black High Glossy Door garnish, Glossy Black Roof Rack, Sleek LED Fog lamps, Xclusive Black High Glossy Fog Lamp cover
C-shaped signature LED tail lamps,3-spoke steering wheel,Mystery black ORVMs,Sporty rear spoiler,Satin silver roof rails,Mystery black front fender accentuator
Rain Sensing Wiper
...
...
Trunk Light
...
Rear Spoiler
Roof Rails
Length*Width*Height
3815*1710*1631 mm3
3995*1790*1642 mm3
3991*1750*1605 mm3
Wheelbase
2450 mm
2500 mm
2500 mm
Ground Clearance (Unladen)
...
...
205 mm

Connectivity
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
...
Addtional Comfort Features
Eco coating,Rear parcel tray,Battery saver & AMS
Assist Grips,Full Size DriverSeatback Pocket,Auto Light Control,Console Lamp (bulb type),Lower Full Size Seatback Pocket (passenger),passenger Seatback Pocket-Upper & Lower (full Size),All Door Power Windows with Illumination,Rear Door Sunshade Curtain, Eco Coating, Sunglass Holder, Rear parcel shelf, Cruise Control with Manual Speed Limit Assist, Auto antiglare (ECM) rear view mirror with Kia Connect controls
PM2.5 clean air filter (advanced atmospheric particulate filter),Dual tone hor
USB Charger
Front
Front & Rear
...
Central Control Armrest
...
With Storage
With Storage
Gear Shift Indicator
...
...
Luggage Hook and Net
...
...
Battery Saver
...
Additional Entertainment Features
Infotainment system(Multiple regional UI language),Infotainment system(Ambient sounds of nature)
HD Touchscreen Navigation with Wired Android Auto & Apple CarPlay, AI Voice Recognition System, BOSE premium 7 speaker system with dynamic speed compensation, Bluetooth multi connectio
...
Smart Entry
...
...
Automatic Climate Control
Available
Available
Not Available
Massage Seats
...
Not Available
...
Memory Functions For Seat
...
Not Available
...
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Driver's Window
All
Not Available
Autonomous Parking
Not Available
Not Available
...
Drive Modes
...
3
...
No of Speakers
...
4
...
AC
Rear AC Ducts
Heater
Power Steering
Steering Column
Tilt
Tilt
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Cruise Control
Power Windows ( Front / Rear )
Front and Rear
Front and Rear
Front
Adjustable Driver Seat
Heated Seat Front
Heated Seats Rear
Wireless Phone Charging
Subwoofer
Folding Rear Seat
Bench Folding
60:40 Split
Bench Folding
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Engine Start Stop Button
Rear ACVents
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Air Quality Control
...
...
Tachometer
Hands Free Tailgate
...
...
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
...
Memory Function Seats
...
Not Available
...
Active Noise Cancellation
...
...
Rear Windscreen Sunblind
...
...
Adjustable Headrest
Voice assisted sunroof
...
...
Seat Belt Warning
Push Ignition
AM/FM Radio
Touch-screen Display
Speakers Front
Speakers Rear
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
...
...
Follow me home headlamps
...
Adjustable Headlamps
...
...
Parking Sensors
Rear
Front & Rear
Rear
Front Cupholders
Door Pockets
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
12V Power Outlets
Cigarette Lighter
...
...
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
Sunroof
Single Pane
Single Pane
...

Anti-Pinch Power Windows
...
4
...
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
Knee Airbags
...
...
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Heads-Up Display (HUD)
...
...
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Blind Spot Monitor
...
...
Hill Descent Control
...
...
Hill Assist
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
360 View Camera
...
...
Airbags
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Driver and Passenger
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
No of Airbags
6
6
2
Brake Assist (BA)
...
...
Traction Control System (TCS)
...
Engine Immobilizer
Central Locking
Advance Safety Features
Dashcam with dual camera,Inside handle over ride (Driver only),3 Point seat belts (All seats),Emergency stop signal
Emergency stop signal, Vehicle Stability Management, All seat 3-Point Seat Belts with Reminder, ADAS Level-1 with 10 Autonomous Features, Forward Collison-Avoidance Assist-Car (FCA-Car/Pedestrian/Cyclist), Lane Following Assist, Leading Vehicle Departure Alert
...
Child Safety Lock
...
Rear Wash Wiper
Keyless Entry
Rear Defogger
Rear Camera
3
3

Automatic Emergency Braking
...
...
Forward Collision Warning
...
Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist
...
...
Lane Departure Warning
...
Lane Keep Assist
...
Driver Attention Warning
...
Leading Vehicle Departure Alert
...
Adaptive High Beam Assist
...
Oncoming Lane Mitigation
...
...
Speed Assist System
...
...
Traffic Sign Recognition
...
...
Lane Departure Prevention Assist
...
...
Road Depature Mitigation System
...
...
Adaptive Cruise Control
...
...
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
...
...
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist
...
...

Over the Air (OTA) Updates
...
Google / Alexa Connectivity
...
...
SOS Button
...
RSA
...
Live Location
...
...
Remote Vehicle Status Check
...
...
Inbuilt Assistant
...
...
Hinglish Voice Commands
...
...
Navigation With Live Traffic
...
...
Send Poi To Vehicle From App
...
...
Live Weather
...
...
ECall And ICall
...
...
Save Route Place
...
...
Remote Ac On Off
...
...
Remote Door Lock Unlock
...
...

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Hyundai Exter
  • Smooth and refined engine
  • generous cabin space
  • rich features list
  • comfortable ride quality
Kia Sonet
  • Premium interior quality
  • loaded features list
  • wide range of engines and transmissions available
  • strong standard safety pack including some autonomous safety features
  • well-loaded mid-range variants
Hyundai Exter
  • Cabin width is best suited to 4 occupants
  • engine’s highway performance is average
Kia Sonet
  • Base 1.2 petrol misses the option of an automatic transmission
  • diesel engine could've been more refined
  • cabin best suited for 4 occupants
  • not 5

Is Hyundai Exter Better Than Kia Sonet?

50% users have chosen Hyundai Exter over Kia Sonet in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 230 users have also rated Hyundai Exter and Kia Sonet on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these cars.
As per the users experiences Hyundai Exter is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for safety in your car. But Kia Sonet is better on the grounds of performance, comfort, maintenance and features. On the basis of mileage user have rated both the cars equally.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these cars on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor Sonet Exter
Mileage 3.7 3.7
Performance 4.0 4.1
Comfort 4.3 4.4
Maintenance 3.7 4.1
Safety 4.2 3.7
Features 4.4 4.5
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Exter Vs Sonet Vs Renault Kiger FAQs

Which car is best between Hyundai Exter vs Kia Sonet?
As per the users experiences Hyundai Exter is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for safety in your car. But Kia Sonet is better on the grounds of performance, comfort, maintenance and features. On the basis of mileage user have rated both the cars equally.
Which car is cheaper Hyundai Exter vs Kia Sonet?
The Hyundai Exter is cheaper than Kia Sonet by Rs. 5.34 Lakh.
Which car has better mileage Hyundai Exter vs Kia Sonet?
The Hyundai Exter delivers better mileage 19.2 Kmpl.
Which car offers better performance Hyundai Exter vs Kia Sonet?
For the SX Opt Connect Knight DT AMT version, 1197 cc Petrol engine of Exter produces 81.8bhp@6000rpm of power and 113.8Nm@4000rpm of torque. Whereas for the X-line Diesel AT version, 1493 cc Diesel engine of Sonet produces 114bhp@4000rpm of power and 250Nm@1500-2750rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Hyundai Exter has better performance.

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