Hyundai Creta Electric vs Kia Sonet
Should you buy Hyundai Creta Electric or Kia Sonet? Find out which car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, Colours and other specs. Hyundai Creta Electric price starts at Rs 17.99 Lakh ex-showroom for Executive (Electric) and Kia Sonet price starts Rs 8 Lakh ex-showroom for HTE (Petrol).
Creta Electric Vs Sonet
| Key Highlights | Hyundai Creta Electric | Kia Sonet |
|---|---|---|
| On Road Price | Rs.25,71,486* | Rs.18,45,071* |
| Range (km) | 473 | - |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Diesel |
| Battery Capacity (kWh) | 51.4 | - |
| Charging Time | 58Min-50kW(10-80%) | - |
Hyundai Creta Electric vs Kia Sonet comparison
- Hyundai Creta Electric
- Executive (Electric) 17.99 Lakh*
- Smart (Electric) 19 Lakh*
- Smart (O) (Electric) 19.50 Lakh*
- Smart (O) DT (Electric) 19.65 Lakh*
- Premium (Electric) 20 Lakh*
- Premium DT (Electric) 20.15 Lakh*
- Smart (O) HC (Electric) 20.23 Lakh*
- Smart (O) HC DT (Electric) 20.38 Lakh*
- Premium HC (Electric) 20.73 Lakh*
- Premium HC DT (Electric) 20.88 Lakh*
- Smart (O) LR (Electric) 21.50 Lakh*
- Smart (O) LR DT (Electric) 21.65 Lakh*
- Smart (O) LR HC (Electric) 22.23 Lakh*
- Smart (O) LR HC DT (Electric) 22.38 Lakh*
- Excellence LR (Electric) 23.50 Lakh*
- Excellence LR DT (Electric) 23.65 Lakh*
- Excellence LR HC (Electric) 24.23 Lakh*
- Excellence LR HC DT (Electric) 24.38 Lakh*
Rs24.38 Lakh *VS - Kia Sonet
- HTE (O) Diesel (Diesel) 10 Lakh*
- HTK (O) Diesel (Diesel) 11.10 Lakh*
- Top SellingHTK Plus (O) Diesel (Diesel) 12.04 Lakh*
- HTX Diesel (Diesel) 12.56 Lakh*
- HTX Diesel AT (Diesel) 13.43 Lakh*
- GTX Plus Diesel AT (Diesel) 15.64 Lakh*
- HTE (Petrol) 8 Lakh*
- HTE (O) (Petrol) 8.44 Lakh*
- HTK (Petrol) 9.24 Lakh*
- HTK (O) (Petrol) 9.60 Lakh*
- HTK Turbo iMT (Petrol) 9.66 Lakh*
- HTK (O) Turbo iMT (Petrol) 10 Lakh*
- Top SellingHTK Plus (O) (Petrol) 10.54 Lakh*
- HTK Plus (O) Turbo iMT (Petrol) 11.04 Lakh*
- HTX Turbo iMT (Petrol) 11.87 Lakh*
- HTX Turbo DCT (Petrol) 12.74 Lakh*
- GTX Plus Turbo DCT (Petrol) 14.84 Lakh*
- X-line Turbo DCT (Petrol) 15 Lakh*
Rs15.64 Lakh *
Basic Information
| On-Road Price in New Delhi | Rs.25,71,486* | Rs.18,45,071* |
| Finance Available (EMI) | Rs.50,758/month Get EMI Offers | Rs.36,007/month Get EMI Offers |
| Insurance | Rs.98,377 | Rs.59,114 |
| User Rating | Based on 18 Reviews | Based on 183 Reviews |
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| Running Cost Running cost per km measures the expense of driving your EV per kilometer. Running Cost/Km = (Battery Capacity of EV * Per Unit Electricity Cost ) / Range on full charge. ✕ | ₹1.09/km | - |
Engine & Transmission
| Engine Type Engine type in car refers to the type of engine that powers the vehicle. There are many different types of car engines, but the most common are petrol (gasoline) and diesel engines ✕ | Not applicable | 1.5L CRDi VGT |
| Displacement (cc) The displacement of an engine is the total volume of all of the cylinders in the engine. Measured in cubic centimetres (cc) ✕ | Not applicable | 1493 |
| No. of Cylinders ICE engines have one or more cylinders. More cylinders typically mean more smoothness and more power, but it also means more moving parts and less fuel efficiency. ✕ | Not applicable | 44 Cylinder Cars |
| Fast Charging Fast charging typically refers to direct current (DC) charging from an EV charge station, and is generally quicker than AC charging. Not all fast chargers are equal, though, and this depends on their rated output. ✕ | Yes | Not applicable |
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Fuel & Performance
| Fuel Type | Electric | Diesel |
| Mileage ARAI (kmpl) | - | 19 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres) | - | 45 |
| Emission Norm Compliance Indicates the level of pollutants the car's engine emits, showing compliance with environmental regulations. ✕ | ZEV | BS VI 2.0 |
Suspension, Steering & Brakes
| Front Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the front wheels to the car body. Reduces jerks over bad surfaces and affects handling. ✕ | MacPherson Strut suspension | MacPherson Strut suspension |
| Rear Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the rear wheels to the car body. It impacts ride quality and stability. ✕ | Rear twist beam | Rear twist beam |
| Steering Type The mechanism by which the car's steering operates, such as manual, power-assisted, or electric. It affecting driving ease. ✕ | Electric | Electric |
| Steering Column The shaft that connects the steering wheel to the rest of the steering system to help maneouvre the car. ✕ | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt |
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Dimensions & Capacity
| Length (mm) The distance from a car's front tip to the farthest point in the back. ✕ | 4340 | 3995 |
| Width (mm) The width of a car is the horizontal distance between the two outermost points of the car, typically measured at the widest point of the car, such as the wheel wells or the rearview mirrors ✕ | 1790 | 1790 |
| Height (mm) The height of a car is the vertical distance between the ground and the highest point of the car. It can decide how much space a car has along with it's body type and is also critical in determining it's ability to fit in smaller garages or parking spaces ✕ | 1655 | 1642 |
| Ground Clearance Unladen (mm) The unladen ground clearance is the vertical distance between the ground and the lowest point of the car when the car is empty. More ground clearnace means when fully loaded your car won't scrape on tall speedbreakers, or broken roads. ✕ | 190 | - |
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Comfort & Convenience
| Power Steering Mechanism that reduces the effort needed to operate the steering wheel. Offered in various types, including hydraulic and electric. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Climate Control Automatically adjusts the car’s cabin temperature. Removes the need to manually adjust car AC temperature every now and then & offers a set it and forget it convenience. ✕ | 2 Zone | Yes |
| Air Quality Control Air filters, also known as air purifiers, purify the air of the cabin by absorbing any harmful or contaminated particles. ✕ | - | Yes |
| Accessory Power Outlet 12V power socket to power your appliances, like phones or tyre inflators. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
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Interior
| Tachometer A tachometer shows how fast the engine is running, measured in revolutions per minute (RPM). In a manual car, it helps the driver know when to shift gears. ✕ | - | Yes |
| Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel | - | No |
| Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector | - | No |
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Exterior
| Available Colours | Robust Emerald Matte Titan Grey Matte Starry Night Atlas White Ocean Blue Metallic +5 MoreCreta Electric Colours | Glacier White Pearl Sparkling Silver Clear White Pewter Olive Intense Red +6 MoreSonet Colours |
| Body Type | SUVAll SUV Cars | SUVAll SUV Cars |
| Adjustable Headlamps | Yes | - |
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Safety
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) A safety system that prevents a car's wheels from locking up during hard braking to maintain steering control. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Assist | - | Yes |
| Central Locking A system that locks or unlocks all of the car's doors simultaneously with the press of a button. A must-have feature in modern cars. ✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Child Safety Locks Safety locks located on the car's rear doors that, when engaged, allows the doors to be opened only from the outside. The idea is to stop the door from opening unintentionally. ✕ | Yes | - |
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ADAS
| Forward Collision Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Emergency Braking | Yes | - |
| Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist | Yes | - |
| Lane Departure Warning | Yes | Yes |
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Advance Internet
| Live Location | Yes | Yes |
| Remote Immobiliser | Yes | - |
| Remote Vehicle Status Check | Yes | Yes |
| Digital Car Key | Yes | - |
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Entertainment & Communication
| Radio AM/FM radio tuner for listening to broadcasts and music. Mainly used for listening to music and news when inside the car.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Integrated 2DIN Audio | - | Yes |
| Wireless Phone Charging Charges phones wirelessly via a charging pad. Useful feature for users with a smartphone that supports wireless charging.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Connectivity Allows wireless connection of devices to the car’s stereo for calls or music.✕ | Yes | Yes |
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Pros & Cons
- Pros
- Cons
Hyundai Creta Electric
- Tried and tested design which appeals to most people
- More features than its petrol/diesel counterpart
- Better rear seat experience compared to standard Creta
- Smooth acceleration paired with an exciting performance
- Enough range for city and highway use
Kia Sonet
- Looks better than before with a better lighting setup.
- Added features, borrowed from a segment above, make it one of the most loaded SUV in its segment.
- Most number of powertrain options in the segment, with 3 engines and 5 transmission options to choose from.
- One of the best all rounders in the segment.
Hyundai Creta Electric
- Boot can’t accommodate large suitcases with ease
- Android Auto & Apple CarPlay is wired with the larger screen
- The gloss black elements will gather dust and scratches
Kia Sonet
- Borrowing powertrains and features from a segment above has made it pretty expensive.
- Cabin insulation could have been better.
- Turbo-petrol engine option, in Sport mode, feels jerky to drive in traffic.
- Rear seats could have had better cushioning and better space
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