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Tata Nexon

₹7.37 Lakh onwards
Petrol Manual 17.44 kmpl
Tata Nexon Smart 1.2 Petrol 5 Speed
Tata Nexon Smart 1.2 Petrol 5 Speed
Tata Nexon Smart + 1.2 Petrol 5 Speed
Tata Nexon Smart + S 1.2 Petrol 5 Speed
Tata Nexon Smart + 1.2 Petrol 6 Speed At
Tata Nexon Pure + 1.2 Petrol 6 Speed
Tata Nexon Smart + 1.5 Diesel 6 Speed
Tata Nexon Pure + S 1.2 Petrol 6 Speed
Tata Nexon Smart + S 1.5 Diesel 6 Speed
Tata Nexon Pure + 1.2 Petrol 6 Speed At
Tata Nexon Pure + S 1.2 Petrol 6 Speed At
Tata Nexon Creative 1.2 Petrol 6 Speed
Tata Nexon Pure + 1.5 Diesel 6 Speed
Tata Nexon Pure + S 1.5 Diesel 6 Speed
Tata Nexon Creative + S 1.2 Petrol 6 Speed
Tata Nexon Pure + 1.5 Diesel 6 Speed At
Tata Nexon Creative 1.2 Petrol 6 Speed At
Tata Nexon Creative + S Dark 1.2 Petrol 6 Speed
Tata Nexon Creative + S 1.2 Petrol 6 Speed At
Tata Nexon Creative At (dca)
Tata Nexon Creative 1.5 Diesel 6 Speed
Tata Nexon Creative+ Ps 6 Speed
Tata Nexon Creative+ S Dark 6 Speed At
Tata Nexon Creative + S 1.5 Diesel 6 Speed
Tata Nexon Creative + Ps 1.2 Dark Petrol 6 Speed
Tata Nexon Creative 1.5 Diesel 6 Speed At
Tata Nexon Creative + S Dark 1.5 Diesel 6 Speed
Tata Nexon Creative + S 1.5 Diesel 6 Speed At
Tata Nexon Fearless+ Ps 6 Speed
Tata Nexon Fearless+ Ps 1.2 Red Dark 6 Speed
Tata Nexon Fearless + Ps Dark 6 Speed Petrol
Tata Nexon Creative+ Ps At (dca)
Tata Nexon Creative+ S Dark Diesel 6 Speed At
Tata Nexon Creative + Ps Dark 1.5 Diesel 6 Speed
Tata Nexon Creative + Ps 1.5 Diesel 6 Speed
Tata Nexon Creative+ Ps Dark At (dca)
Tata Nexon Creative + Ps 1.5 Diesel 6 Speed At
Tata Nexon Fearless+ Ps 1.5 Diesel 6 Speed
Tata Nexon Fearless+ Ps Dark At (dca)
Tata Nexon Creative + Ps Dark 1.5 Diesel 6 Speed At
Tata Nexon Fearless + Ps Dark Diesel 6 Speed
Tata Nexon Fearless+ A Ps At (dca)
Tata Nexon Fearless+ Ps 1.5 Red Dark 6 Speed Diesel
Tata Nexon Fearless+ A Ps Dark At (dca)
Tata Nexon Fearless+ A Ps Red Dark At (dca)
Tata Nexon Fearless+ Ps 1.5 Diesel 6 Speed At
Tata Nexon Fearless + Ps Dark Diesel 6 Speed At
Tata Nexon Fearless+ Ps 1.5 Red Dark 6 Speed Diesel At

Kia Sonet

₹7.32 Lakh onwards
Petrol Manual 18.83 kmpl
Kia Sonet Hte G1.2 Smartstream Petrol 5 Speed Mt
Kia Sonet Hte G1.2 Smartstream Petrol 5 Speed Mt
Kia Sonet Hte(o) G1.2 Smartstream Petrol 5 Speed Mt
Kia Sonet Htk G1.2 Smartstream Petrol 5 Speed Mt
Kia Sonet Htk(o) G1.2 Smartstream Petrol 5 Speed Mt
Kia Sonet Htk Smartstream G 1.0l Tgdi Turbo Petrol Mt (imt)
Kia Sonet Hte(o) D1.5 Crdi Vgt Diesel 6 Speed Mt
Kia Sonet Htk Plus Smartstream G1.2 Petrol 5mt
Kia Sonet Htk (o) G1.0 T Gdi Smartstream Petrol Imt
Kia Sonet Htk Plus G1.0l T Gdi Smartstream Petrol 6mt (imt)
Kia Sonet Htk+ (o) Smartstream G1.2 Petrol 5mt
Kia Sonet Hte(o) D1.5 Crdi Vgt Diesel 6 Speed At
Kia Sonet Htk (o) G1.0l T Gdi Smartstream Petrol 7at (dct)
Kia Sonet Htk(o) D1.5l Crdi Vgt Diesel 6 Speed Mt
Kia Sonet Htk+ (o) G1.0t Gdi Smartstream Petrol Imt
Kia Sonet Htk+ D1.5l Crdi Vgt Diesel 6mt
Kia Sonet Htk(o) D1.5 Crdi Vgt Diesel 6 Speed At
Kia Sonet Htx G1.0l T Gdi Smartstream Petrol Mt(imt)
Kia Sonet Htk+ (o) D1.5 Crdi Vgt Diesel 6mt
Kia Sonet Htk+ (o) G1.0l T Gdi Smartstream Petrol 7at (dct)
Kia Sonet Htk+ D1.5 Crdi Vgt Diesel 6 Speed At
Kia Sonet Htx D1.5l Crdi Vgt Diesel 6 Speed Mt
Kia Sonet Htx 1.0l Turbo Petrol At (dct)
Kia Sonet Htk+ (o) D1.5 Crdi Vgt Diesel 6 Speed At
Kia Sonet Htx 1.5l Diesel At
Kia Sonet Gtx+ 1.0l Turbo Petrol At (dct)
Kia Sonet X Line 1.0l Turbo Petrol At (dct)
Kia Sonet Gtx+ 1.5l Diesel At
Do you want to find out which car is the better choice, Tata Nexon or Kia Sonet? The Tata Nexon is priced from ₹7.37 Lakh, whereas the Kia Sonet starts at ₹7.32 Lakh (ex-showroom). In terms of core specifications, the Tata Nexon is powered by 1199.0 cc - 1497.0 cc engine options available with Manual, Automatic transmissions. Comparatively, the Kia Sonet features 998.0 cc - 1493.0 cc engine options paired with Manual, Automatic transmissions. When it comes to efficiency, the Tata Nexon delivers a maximum mileage of 24.08 kmpl, while the Kia Sonet offers up to 20.7 kmpl depending on driving conditions.
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Tata Nexon vs Kia Sonet

Do you want to find out which car is the better choice, Tata Nexon or Kia Sonet? The Tata Nexon is priced from ₹7.37 Lakh, whereas the Kia Sonet starts at ₹7.32 Lakh (ex-showroom). In terms of core specifications, the Tata Nexon is powered by 1199.0 cc - 1497.0 cc engine options available with Manual, Automatic transmissions. Comparatively, the Kia Sonet features 998.0 cc - 1493.0 cc engine options paired with Manual, Automatic transmissions. When it comes to efficiency, the Tata Nexon delivers a maximum mileage of 24.08 kmpl, while the Kia Sonet offers up to 20.7 kmpl depending on driving conditions.

Key Highlights Tata Nexon Kia Sonet
Price ₹7.37 Lakh* ₹7.32 Lakh*
Engine Capacity 1199.0 cc - 1497.0 cc 998.0 cc - 1493.0 cc
Power 118.27 bhp @ 5500 rpm 82 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Mileage 17.44 kmpl 18.83 kmpl
  • Engine & Transmission
  • Dimensions & Capacity
  • Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
  • Safety
  • Exterior
  • Comfort & Convenience
  • Instrumentation
  • Infotainment & Communication
  • Warranty
  • Top Key Features
  • Pros & Cons
Tata Nexon
Tata Nexon ₹7.37 Lakh • Petrol
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Kia Sonet ₹7.32 Lakh • Petrol
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Engine & Transmission

17.44
ARAI Certified Economy
18.83
9.6 : 1
Compression Ratio
10.0:2
FWD
Drivetrain
FWD
BS6 Phase 2
Emission Norm
BS6 Phase 2
1199
Engine Capacity
1197
1.2L Turbocharged Revotron Engine
Engine Type
Smartstream G 1.2
Petrol
Fuel Type
Petrol
GDI
Fuelling
GDI
5
Gears
5
3
No. of Cylinders
4
4
No. of valves per cylinder
4
118.27 bhp @ 5500 rpm
Power
82 bhp @ 6000 rpm
180
Top Speed
180
170 Nm @ 1750-4000 rpm
Torque
115 Nm @ 4200 rpm
Manual
Transmission Type
Manual
Yes
Turbocharger
No

Dimensions & Capacity

SUV
Body Type
SUV
382
Boot Space
385
5.5
Engine Oil Capacity
3.4
44
Fuel Tank Capacity
45
208
Ground Clearance
190
1620
Height
1642
1346
Kerb Weight
1287
3995
Length
3995
5
No. of Doors
5
5
No. of Seats
5
2498
Wheelbase
2500
1804
Width
1790

Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Disc
Front Brakes
Disc
Independent& Lower Wishbone& McPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Front Suspension
McPherson Strut with Coil Spring
195/60 R16
Front Tyre Size
195/65 R15
Drum
Rear Brakes
Drum
Semi-independent& Open Profile Twist Beam with Stabiliser Bar& Coil Spring and Shock Absorber
Rear Suspension
Coupled Torsion Beam Axle with Coil Spring
195/60 R16
Rear Tyre Size
195/65 R15
195/60 R16, Steel Rim
Spare Wheel
{195/65 R15}& Steel Rim
5.1
Turning Radius
5.1
R16
Wheels Size
R15
Steel Rims
Wheels Type
Steel Rim With Wheel Covers

Safety

Yes
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Yes
No
ADAS
No
Yes
ASR / Traction Control
No
6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)
Airbag Details
6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)
6
Airbags
6
Yes
Anti Theft Immobilisation
No
Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm
No
5 Star
BNCAP Adult Rating
Not Tested
5 Star
BNCAP Child Rating
Not Tested
5 Star
BNCAP Rating
Not Tested
No
Blind Spot Detection
No
No
Blind Spot Monitor
No
Yes
Central Locking
Yes
Yes
Child Safety Lock
Yes
No
Dashcam
No
Yes
Door Ajar Warning
No
Yes
EBA (Electronic Brake Assist)
Yes
Yes
EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution)
Yes
Yes
ESP (Electronic Stability Program)
Yes
No
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
Yes
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
Yes
No
Fog Lights
No
5 Star
GNCAP Adult Rating
Not Tested
5 Star
GNCAP Child Rating
Not Tested
5 Star
GNCAP Rating
Not Tested
No
Geo-fence Alert
No
Yes
Hill Assist
Yes
No
Hill Descent Control
No
Yes
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount)
Yes
Manually Adjustable
Inside Rear View Mirror
Manually Adjustable
No
Lane Departure Warning
No
No
Lane Watch Camera/ Side Mirror Camera
No
1 beep over 80kmph & Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Overspeed Warning
1 beep over 80kmph & Continuous beeps over 120kmph
No
Parking Camera
No
No
Rear Middle Head Rest
No
Yes
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
Yes
Yes
Seat Belt Warning
Yes
Yes
Speed Sensing Door Lock
Yes
No
Surround View Camera
No
No
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Yes

Exterior

No
Antenna
Roof Mounted
No
Automatic Headlamps
No
Manual Lift
Bonnet
Manual Lift
Black
Bumpers
Body Coloured
Yes
Daytime Running Lights
No
No
Follow Me Home Headlamps
No
No
Headrests
Front & Back
Manually Adjustable
Outside Mirrors
Electrically Adjustable
Body Coloured With Indicators
Outside Rear View Mirrors
Body Coloured
Black
Outside door handles
Body Colored
Front Only
Power Windows
Front Only
No
Rain Sensing Wiper
No
No
Rear Defogger
No
Black Roof Mounted
Rear Spoiler
Body Coloured Roof Mounted
No
Rear Wiper
No
No
Roof Rails
No
No
Sunroof
No
Manual Operation
Tail Gate
Manual Operation

Comfort & Convenience

Yes
AC
Yes
Yes
Adjustable Headrests
Yes
Tilt
Adjustable Steering
Tilt Only
No
Ambient Light
No
No
Auto Park
No
No
Automatic climate control
No
No
Boss Mode
No
Front Only
Cabin Lights
Rear Only
No
Charging Outlets - Front Row
12V& Usb And Type C
No
Charging Outlets - Second Row
12V And Type C
No
Charging Outlets - Third Row
No
Manual Adjust - Slide And Recline
Co-Driver Seat Adjustment
Manual Adjust - Slide And Recline
No
Cruise Control
No
Yes
Cup Holders
Yes
Yes
Distance to Empty display
No
3
Drive Modes
No
Manual Adjust - Slide And Recline
Driver Seat Adjustment
Manual Adjust - Slide And Recline
No
Electronically Adjustable Seats
No
No
Folding Rear Seat
Yes
No
Front Armrest
Fixed With Storage
Driver & Co-Driver Side
Front Seat Back Pockets
No
No
Frunk
No
No
GPS & Navigation
No
No
Glove Box Cooling
Yes
No
Glovebox Lamp
No
No
Head Up Display
No
Led
Headlamps
Halogen
Yes
Headlight Height Adjuster
Yes
Yes
Headlight and Ignition On Reminder
Yes
Yes
Heater
Yes
Digital
Instrument Console
4.2 inches& Digital Console
No
Keyless Entry
No
No
Leather streering wheels
No
No
Massage Seats
No
No
Multifunction Steering Wheel
No
No
Paddle Shifters
No
No
Parcel Tray
No
Yes
Parking Assist
No
Manual Hand Brake
Parking Brake
Manual Hand Brake
No
Parking Sensors
Rear Only
No
Power Steering
Yes
No
Puncture Repair Kit
No
No
Rear AC Vents
Yes
No
Rear Armrest
No
No
Rear Row Seat Adjustment
Yes
No
Reclining Rear Seats
No
No
Seat Back Table
No
Fabric
Seat Upholstery
Leatherette
No
Split Rear Seat
No
No
Start / Stop Button
No
No
Sunshades
No
Yes
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
No
No
Ventilated Seats
No
No
Ventilated Seats Type
No
No
puddle lamp
No

Instrumentation

Yes
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
Yes
Digital
Fuel level guage
Digital
Yes
Gear Indicator
Yes
Yes
Low Fuel Level Warning
Yes
Digital
Odometer
Digital
No
Shift Indicator
No
Digital
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Analogue

Infotainment & Communication

No
AM/FM Radio
Yes
No
Android Auto and Apple Carplay
No
No
Bluetooth Compatibility
No
No
Display Screen for Rear Passengers
No
No
Front tweeters
No
No
Gesture Control
No
No
Infotainment Screen
No
No
Integrated Music System
No
No
Multifunction Display
No
No
Voice Command
No
No
Wireless Charger
No

Warranty

3 Years/100000 Kms
Basic Warranty
3 Years/Unlimited Kms
Upto 5 Years/125000 Kms
Extended Warranty
Upto 5 Years/unlimited Kms

Top Key Features

Drive Modes
Parking Assist
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount)
Hill Assist
Daytime Running Lights
Glove Box Cooling
Rear Row Seat Adjustment
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount)
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
Hill Assist

Pros & Cons

PROS
You avoid the long-term maintenance complexities of an automatic transmission.
The braking hardware on the NEXON provides reassuring bite during emergency stops.
Wide-opening doors make entering and exiting the Smart 1.2 Petrol 5 Speed extremely easy.
The suspension of the NEXON is perfectly tuned to absorb unpredictable city potholes.
Cabin insulation in the Smart 1.2 Petrol 5 Speed effectively blocks out annoying traffic noise.
The steering of the NEXON is light at low speeds, making city parking effortless.
You maintain total mechanical control over the HTE G1.2 Smartstream Petrol 5-Speed MT's power band and avoid expensive automatic transmission upkeep.
The violently powerful AC unit cools the massive cabin down in minutes, even parked under the direct sun.
The cabin features premium, soft-touch materials that genuinely rival much more expensive European cars.
The bold, aggressive front fascia guarantees the SONET stands out aggressively in a sea of boring crossovers.
Superior cabin insulation effectively blocks out annoying traffic noise, creating a highly refined passenger experience.
The sheer volume of out-of-the-box gadgets offered in the HTE G1.2 Smartstream Petrol 5-Speed MT puts almost all direct competitors to shame.
CONS
The lack of a factory parking camera makes reversing the NEXON Smart 1.2 Petrol 5 Speed unnecessarily stressful.
Standard steel wheels make the NEXON look basic at this tier.
Missing a modern touchscreen leaves the dashboard of the Smart 1.2 Petrol 5 Speed looking dated.
The solid roof makes the Smart 1.2 Petrol 5 Speed's cabin feel slightly more enclosed.
Missing advanced driver assists puts the total burden of safety entirely on the driver.
Piano black interior trims in the Smart 1.2 Petrol 5 Speed act as a magnet for dust and scratches.
Missing out on a factory parking camera at this budget feels like severe budget-cutting by Kia.
Standard steel wheels make the otherwise aggressive SONET look incredibly cheap and utilitarian at this tier.
The lack of a modern touchscreen leaves the HTE G1.2 Smartstream Petrol 5-Speed MT's dashboard looking painfully stripped-down.
Skipping the sunroof on the HTE G1.2 Smartstream Petrol 5-Speed MT is a massive letdown for buyers expecting the full premium Kia experience.
Relying entirely on passive safety means you miss out on the brilliant collision-avoidance tech found in higher trims.
The sloping, aggressive roofline cuts noticeably into rear-seat headroom, making it feel claustrophobic for taller passengers.

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