Hyundai i20 vs Kia Sonet

Should you buy Hyundai i20 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 i20 price starts at Rs 6 Lakh ex-showroom for Era (Petrol) and Kia Sonet price starts Rs 7.41 Lakh ex-showroom for HTE (Petrol). i20 has 1197 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while Sonet has 1493 cc (Diesel top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the i20 has a mileage of 20 kmpl (Petrol top model) and the Sonet has a mileage of 24.1 kmpl (Petrol top model).

i20 Vs Sonet

Key Highlights	Hyundai i20	Kia Sonet
On Road Price	Rs.12,18,833^*	Rs.15,91,954^*
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Engine(cc)	1197	998
Transmission	Automatic	Automatic

Hyundai i20
Asta Opt iVT Knight
10.48 Lakh^*
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Kia Sonet
X-line Turbo DCT
13.80 Lakh^*
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Basic Information
Variant	Asta Opt iVT Knight	X-line Turbo DCT
On-Road Price in New Delhi	Rs.12,18,833^*	Rs.15,91,954^*
Finance Available (EMI)	Rs.23,579/month Get EMI Offers	Rs.30,976/month Get EMI Offers
Insurance	Rs.51,331	Rs.56,265
User Rating	4.5 Based on 182 Reviews	4.4 Based on 290 Reviews
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Basic Information

Variant

Asta Opt iVT Knight

X-line Turbo DCT

On-Road Price in New Delhi

Rs.12,18,833^*

Rs.15,91,954^*

Finance Available (EMI)

Rs.23,579/month

Get EMI Offers

Rs.30,976/month

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Insurance

Rs.51,331

Rs.56,265

User Rating

4.5

Based on 182 Reviews

4.4

Based on 290 Reviews

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Engine & Transmission
Engine Type	1.2 l Kappa	Smartstream G1.0 TGDi
Displacement (cc)	1197	998
No. of Cylinders	44 Cylinder Cars	33 Cylinder Cars
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	87bhp@6000rpm	118bhp@6000rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)	114.7Nm@4200rpm	172Nm@1500-4000rpm
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Fuel Supply System	-	GDi
Turbo Charger	-	Yes
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Gearbox	IVT	7-Speed DCT
Drive Type	FWD	FWD

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

1.2 l Kappa

Smartstream G1.0 TGDi

Displacement (cc)

1197

998

No. of Cylinders

44 Cylinder Cars

33 Cylinder Cars

Max Power (bhp@rpm)

87bhp@6000rpm

118bhp@6000rpm

Max Torque (nm@rpm)

114.7Nm@4200rpm

172Nm@1500-4000rpm

Valves Per Cylinder

Fuel Supply System

GDi

Turbo Charger

Transmission Type

Automatic

Gearbox

IVT

7-Speed DCT

Drive Type

FWD

Fuel & Performance
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)	20	18.4
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	37	45
Emission Norm Compliance	BS VI 2.0	BS VI 2.0

Fuel & Performance

Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Front Suspension	MacPherson Strut suspension	MacPherson Strut suspension
Rear Suspension	Rear twist beam	Rear twist beam
Shock Absorbers Type	Gas Type	-
Steering Type	Electric	Electric
Steering Column	Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Drum	Disc
Tyre Size	195/55 R16	215/60 R16
Tyre Type	Tubeless	Radial Tubeless
Wheel Size (Inch)	No	No

Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)	3995	3995
Width (mm)	1775	1790
Height (mm)	1505	1642
Wheel Base (mm)	2580	2500
Reported Boot Space (Litres)	311	-
Seating Capacity	5	5
Boot Space (Litres)	311	385

Comfort & Convenience
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	Yes	Yes
Air Quality Control	-	Yes
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Headrest	Adjustable	Adjustable
Adjustable Headrest	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest	-	Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	Yes	-
Rear AC Vents	Yes	Yes
Active Noise Cancellation	-	No
Multifunction Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	Yes
Parking Sensors	Rear	Front & Rear
Foldable Rear Seat	-	60:40 Split
Engine Start Stop Button	Yes	Yes
Paddle Shifters	-	Yes
USB Charger	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Central Console Armrest	With Storage	With Storage
Gear Shift Indicator	-	No
Additional Features	- more	Sunglass Holder more
Memory Function Seats	-	No
One Touch Operating Power Window	No	All
Drive Modes	2	3
Idle Start Stop System	No	Yes
Voice assisted sunroof	Yes	-
Drive Mode Types	Normal-Sport	NORMAL\|ECO\|SPORTS
Power Windows	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Cup Holders	-	Front & Rear
Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Steering	Height & Reach	Height only
KeyLess Entry	Yes	Yes
Ventilated Seats	-	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	-	Front
Follow Me Home Headlamps	-	Yes

Comfort & Convenience

Interior
	Photo Comparison
Front Air Vents
Steering Wheel
DashBoard
Instrument Cluster
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector	-	Yes
Glove Box	Yes	Yes
Folding Table In The Rear	-	No
Interior Lighting	Ambient light	Ambient light
Additional Features	Sunglass holder, Rear parcel tray more	- more
Digital Cluster	Yes	Yes
Digital Cluster Size (Inch)	-	10.25
Upholstery	Leather	Leatherette

Interior

Exterior
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Rear Right Side
Wheel
Headlight
Taillight
Front Left Side
Available Colours	Fiery RedTyphoon SilverFiery Red With Abyss BlackStarry NightAtlas WhiteAtlas White With Abyss BlackTitan GreyAmazon GreyTitanium Black+4 Morei20 Colours	Glacier White PearlClear WhitePewter OliveMagma Red Aurora Black PearlAurora Black PearlMatte GraphiteMagma RedImperial BlueGlacier White Pearl With Aurora Black PearlGravity Gray+5 MoreSonet Colours
Body Type	HatchbackAll Hatchback Cars	SUVAll SUV Cars
Adjustable Headlamps	-	Yes
Headlamp Washers	-	No
Rain Sensing Wiper	-	No
Rear Window Wiper	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Washer	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	Yes
Wheel Covers	No	No
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Tinted Glass	-	Yes
Rear Spoiler	Yes	Yes
Side Stepper	-	No
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators	Yes	Yes
Roof Rails	-	Yes
LED DRLs	Yes	Yes
LED Headlamps	Yes	Yes
LED Taillights	Yes	Yes
LED Fog Lamps	-	Yes
Additional Features	- more	Sunglass holder more
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	-
Fog Lights	-	Front
Antenna	Shark Fin	Shark Fin
Sunroof	Single Pane	Single Pane
Boot Opening	-	Electronic
Heated Outside Rear View Mirror	-	No
Puddle Lamps	Yes	-
Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)	Powered & Folding	Powered & Folding
Tyre Size	195/55 R16	215/60 R16
Tyre Type	Tubeless	Radial Tubeless
Wheel Size (Inch)	No	No

Exterior

Safety
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	-	Yes
Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
Anti Theft Alarm	Yes	Yes
No. of Airbags	6	6
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag Rear	No	No
Day Night Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Traction Control	Yes	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	Yes	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	Yes	Yes
Rear Camera	With Guidedlines	With Guidedlines
Anti Theft Device	Yes	No
Anti Pinch Power Windows	Driver's Window	All Windows
Isofix Child Seat Mounts	Yes	Yes
Heads-Up Display (HUD)	-	No
Sos Emergency Assistance	Yes	-
Blind Spot Monitor	-	No
Hill Descent Control	-	No
Hill Assist	Yes	Yes
360 View Camera	-	Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)	Yes	Yes
Global NCAP Safety Rating (Star)	3	-
Global NCAP Child Safety Rating (Star)	3	-

Safety

ADAS
Forward Collision Warning	-	Yes
Traffic Sign Recognition	-	No
Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist	-	No
Lane Departure Warning	-	Yes
Lane Keep Assist	-	Yes
Driver Attention Warning	-	Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control	-	No
Leading Vehicle Departure Alert	-	Yes
Adaptive High Beam Assist	-	Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	-	No

ADAS

Advance Internet
Live Location	Yes	Yes
Remote Vehicle Status Check	Yes	Yes
Inbuilt Assistant	-	Yes
Hinglish Voice Commands	-	Yes
Navigation With Live Traffic	-	Yes
Send POI to Vehicle From App	-	Yes
Live Weather	-	Yes
E-Call & I-Call	-	Yes
Over the Air (OTA) Updates	Yes	Yes
Google / Alexa Connectivity	-	Yes
Save Route/Place	-	Yes
SOS Button	Yes	Yes
RSA	Yes	Yes
In Car Remote Control App	Yes	-
Smartwatch App	Yes	-
Remote AC On/Off	Yes	Yes
Remote Door Lock/Unlock	-	Yes
Remote Vehicle Ignition Start/Stop	No	-

Advance Internet

Entertainment & Communication
Radio	Yes	Yes
Wireless Phone Charging	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen Size	10.25	10.25
Android Auto	No	Yes
Apple Car Play	No	Yes
No. of Speakers	4	7
Additional Features	Wireless Apple Carplay & Android Auto more	BOSE Premium 7 Speaker System more
Usb Ports	Yes	Yes
Tweeter	2	2
Subwoofer	1	-
Speakers	Front & Rear	Front & Rear

Pros & Cons

Pros
Cons

Hyundai i20
- Looks like a youth friendly hatchback which never fails to grab attention
- Space: Can seat three people at the back in comfort
Kia Sonet
- Design: Striking styling with sharp LED headlights, snazzy alloy wheel designs, and Matte Graphite shade
- Strong feature package: Dual 10.25-inch screens, 4-way powered driver seat, ventilated front seats and rear sun shades
- Powertrain options: 3 engines, including diesel and 5 transmission options to choose from

Hyundai i20
- Single NA petrol engine: No option of diesel and turbo-petrol limited to N Line version
- Stiff ride quality: Could be more comfortable for a family car
Kia Sonet
- Rear seat experience: Limited space for tall adults
- Misses few features compared to segment: Panoramic sunroof, rear seat ventilation and Level-2 ADAS

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Questions & answers

Q ) Which car has good mileage Hyundai i20 and Kia Sonet?

A ) The mileage of i20 is 20 kmpl & the mileage of Sonet is 18.4 kmpl. Hyundai i20 gives better mileage than Kia Sonet.

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