Kia Sonet vs Skoda Slavia
Should you buy Kia Sonet or Skoda Slavia? 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. Kia Sonet price starts at Rs 8 Lakh ex-showroom for HTE (Petrol) and Skoda Slavia price starts Rs 10.34 Lakh ex-showroom for 1.0L Classic (Petrol). Sonet has 1493 cc (Diesel top model) engine, while Slavia has 1498 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the Sonet has a mileage of 24.1 kmpl (Petrol top model) and the Slavia has a mileage of 20.32 kmpl (Petrol top model).
Sonet Vs Slavia
| Key Highlights | Kia Sonet | Skoda Slavia |
|---|---|---|
| On Road Price | Rs.17,17,909* | Rs.21,15,990* |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine(cc) | 998 | 1498 |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
Kia Sonet vs Skoda Slavia comparison
- Kia Sonet
- HTE (O) Diesel (Diesel) 10 Lakh*
- HTK (O) Diesel (Diesel) 11.05 Lakh*
- Top SellingHTK Plus (O) Diesel (Diesel) 12 Lakh*
- HTX Diesel (Diesel) 12.52 Lakh*
- HTX Diesel AT (Diesel) 13.39 Lakh*
- GTX Plus Diesel AT (Diesel) 15.60 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 Lakh*
- HTX Turbo iMT (Petrol) 11.83 Lakh*
- HTX Turbo DCT (Petrol) 12.70 Lakh*
- GTX Plus Turbo DCT (Petrol) 14.80 Lakh*
- X-line Turbo DCT (Petrol) 15 Lakh*
Rs15 Lakh *VS - Skoda Slavia
- 1.0L Classic (Petrol) 10.34 Lakh*
- 1.0L Monte Carlo (Petrol) 15.44 Lakh*
- 1.0L Prestige (Petrol) 15.64 Lakh*
- Top Selling1.0L Signature (Petrol) 13.69 Lakh*
- 1.0L Sportline (Petrol) 13.79 Lakh*
- 1.0L Monte Carlo AT (Petrol) 16.54 Lakh*
- 1.0L Prestige AT (Petrol) 16.74 Lakh*
- 1.0L Signature AT (Petrol) 14.79 Lakh*
- 1.0L Sportline AT (Petrol) 14.79 Lakh*
- 1.5L Monte Carlo DSG (Petrol) 18.14 Lakh*
- 1.5L Prestige DSG (Petrol) 18.34 Lakh*
- 1.5L Signature DSG (Petrol) 14.89 Lakh*
- 1.5L Sportline DSG (Petrol) 16.49 Lakh*
Rs18.34 Lakh *
Basic Information
| On-Road Price in New Delhi | Rs.17,17,909* | Rs.21,15,990* |
| Finance Available (EMI) | Rs.33,586/month Get EMI Offers | Rs.40,267/month Get EMI Offers |
| Insurance | Rs.50,420 | Rs.80,250 |
| User Rating | Based on 173 Reviews | Based on 304 Reviews |
| Brochure | Brochure not available |
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 ✕ | Smartstream G1.0 TGDi | 1.5 TSI Petrol |
| Displacement (cc) The displacement of an engine is the total volume of all of the cylinders in the engine. Measured in cubic centimetres (cc) ✕ | 998 | 1498 |
| 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. ✕ | 33 Cylinder Cars | 44 Cylinder Cars |
| Max Power (bhp@rpm) Power dictates the performance of an engine. It's measured in horsepower (bhp) or metric horsepower (PS). More is better. ✕ | 118bhp@6000rpm | 147.51bhp@5000-6000rpm |
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Fuel & Performance
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Mileage ARAI (kmpl) | 18.4 | 19.36 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres) | 45 | 45 |
| Emission Norm Compliance Indicates the level of pollutants the car's engine emits, showing compliance with environmental regulations. ✕ | BS VI 2.0 | 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 | Tilt & Telescopic |
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Dimensions & Capacity
| Length (mm) The distance from a car's front tip to the farthest point in the back. ✕ | 3995 | 4541 |
| 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 | 1752 |
| 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 ✕ | 1642 | 1507 |
| Ground Clearance Laden (mm) The laden ground clearance is the vertical distance between the ground and the lowest point of the car when it is fully loaded. More ground clearnace means when fully loaded your car won't scrape on tall speedbreakers, or broken roads. ✕ | - | 145 |
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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. ✕ | Yes | 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 | 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 | Yes |
| Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel | No | - |
| Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector | No | - |
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Exterior
| Wheel | ||
| Taillight | ||
| Front Left Side | ||
| Available Colours | Glacier White Pearl Sparkling Silver Pewter Olive Intense Red Aurora Black Pearl +4 MoreSonet Colours | Brilliant Silver Lava Blue Carbon Steel Deep Black Tornado Red +1 MoreSlavia Colours |
| Body Type | SUVAll SUV Cars | SedanAll Sedan 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 | - |
| Lane Departure Warning | Yes | - |
| Lane Keep Assist | Yes | - |
| Driver Attention Warning | Yes | - |
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Advance Internet
| Live Location | Yes | - |
| Remote Vehicle Status Check | Yes | - |
| Inbuilt Assistant | Yes | - |
| Hinglish Voice Commands | 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
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.
Skoda Slavia
- Impressive road presence
- High ground clearance
- Loads of boot space
- Fun to drive
- Punchy and refined engines
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
Skoda Slavia
- Interior quality
- Space for three in the back seat
- Reverse camera quality
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Questions & answers
Q ) Which car is cheaper between Kia Sonet and Skoda Slavia?
A ) Kia Sonet price starts at ₹8 Lakh & Skoda Slavia price starts at ₹10.34 Lakh in New Delhi. Kia Sonet is cheaper between these two cars.
Q ) Which car has good mileage Kia Sonet and Skoda Slavia?
A ) The mileage of Sonet is 18.4 kmpl & the mileage of Slavia is 19.36 kmpl. Skoda Slavia gives better mileage than Kia Sonet.
*Ex-showroom price in New Delhi