Kia SonetHTE Petrol MT · ₹7.45 Lakh
Skoda KylaqClassic 1.0 TSI MT · ₹7.59 LakhWhat's different
On the versions picked above
Price
Sonet: ₹7.45 Lakh (ahead)
Kylaq: ₹7.59 Lakh
Sonet ₹14,100 cheaper
Safety
Sonet: Not rated yet
Kylaq: 5 stars (ahead)
Global NCAP and Bharat NCAP
Mileage
Sonet: 18.8 kmpl
Kylaq: 19.68 kmpl (ahead)
Claimed
Power
Sonet: 83 PS
Kylaq: 115 PS (ahead)
Torque 115 vs 178 Nm
Boot
Sonet: 385 litres
Kylaq: 446 litres (ahead)
Length 3,995 vs 3,995 mm
Versions
Sonet: 23 (ahead)
Kylaq: 13
Only Sonet: diesel, manual
Pick the Sonet for the lower price and more versions.
Pick the Kylaq for the 5-star safety rating, better claimed mileage, more power and the bigger boot.
Spec by spec
Price
Ex-showroom
₹7.45 Lakh
₹7.59 Lakh
On-road in
₹8.48 Lakh
₹8.63 Lakh
EMI, 5 years, 20% down
₹14,252 a month
₹14,505 a month
Headline figures
Powertrain
Petrol, manual
Petrol, manual
Power
83 PS
115 PS
Torque
115 Nm
178 Nm
Gearbox
Manual
Manual
Mileage
18.8 kmpl
19.68 kmpl
Vehicle Details
Body Type
Sub-Compact SUV
Sub-Compact SUV
Seating Capacity
5 Seats
5 Seats
Engine & Performance
Fuel Type
Petrol / Diesel
Petrol
Displacement
1,197 cc (1.2L NA) / 998 cc (1.0L Turbo) / 1,493 cc (1.5L Diesel)
999 cc (1.0L)
Engine Config
1.2L Smartstream Petrol (83 PS) / 1.0L Turbo GDi Petrol (120 PS & 172 Nm) / 1.5L CRDi VGT Diesel (116 PS & 250 Nm)
1.0L 3-Cylinder Turbocharged TSI Petrol with DOHC 12V
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive (FWD)
Front-Wheel Drive (FWD)
0-100
10.2 sec (Turbo DCT)
10.5 sec (0-100 km/h)
Top Speed
180 km/h
188 km/h
Transmission & Hybrid
Transmission
5-Speed MT (1.2L) / 6-Speed iMT / 7-Speed Dual-Clutch DCT (Turbo) / 6-Speed MT & 6-Speed Torque Converter AT (Diesel)
6-Speed Manual / 6-Speed Torque Converter Automatic with Paddle Shifters
Gears
5 / 6 / 7-DCT
6
Paddles
Yes (Paddle Shifters on 7-DCT & 6-AT)
Yes (Paddle Shifters on 6-Speed AT)
Hybrid
None
None
Brakes, Wheels & Suspension
Front Brakes
Disc (Front) / All 4 Disc Brakes on GTX+ and X-Line
Ventilated Disc Brakes (Front 276 mm)
Rear Brakes
Solid Disc (on GTX+/X-Line) / Drum (on lower trims)
Drum Brakes (Rear)
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
MacPherson Strut with Lower Triangular Links & Torsion Stabilizer Bar
Rear Suspension
Coupled Torsion Beam Axle with Coil Spring
Twist Beam Axle with High-Performance Gas Shock Absorbers (MQB-A0-IN European Tuning)
Wheel Type
16-inch Crystal-Cut Dual-Tone Alloy Wheels
17-inch 'Clubsport' Diamond-Cut Two-Tone Alloy Wheels
Tyre Size
215/60 R16 Tubeless Radial
205/55 R17 Tubeless Radial
Spare Wheel
15-inch Steel Spare Wheel
16-inch Full Size Steel Spare Wheel
Dimensions & Capacities
Length
3,995 mm
3,995 mm (Sub-4m length)
Width
1,790 mm
1,783 mm
Height
1,642 mm (with roof rails)
1,619 mm (with roof rails)
Wheelbase
2,500 mm
2,566 mm (Spacious European cabin)
Ground Clearance
205 mm
189 mm (Unladen SUV ground clearance)
Kerb Weight
1,080 kg - 1,240 kg
1,195 kg - 1,245 kg
Boot Space
385 Litres
446 Litres (Largest boot capacity in sub-4m SUV segment, expandable to 1,265 L with 60:40 folded seats)
Fuel Tank
45 Litres
45 Litres
Turning Radius
5.1 m
5.1 m
Safety & ADAS
NCAP Rating
Not tested in this form. The India-built Sonet sold in South Africa with 2 airbags scored 1 star for adults and 3 for children from Global NCAP (2026).
Bharat NCAP (2025): 5 stars for adult occupants (30.88/32) and 5 stars for children (45/49).
Airbags
6 Airbags Standard across all variants
6 Airbags Standard across ALL variants from base model (Dual front, side thorax, full-length curtain airbags)
ESP/TC
Yes (Electronic Stability Control ESC, Vehicle Stability Management VSM, Hill-Start Assist Control HAC, All 4 Disc Brakes, ABS with EBD, Emergency Stop Signal)
Yes (Electronic Stability Control ESC with 25+ Active Safety Features: Multi-Collision Braking MCB, Hill Hold Control, Electronic Differential Lock XDS, Roll-Over Protection, ABS with EBD, Brake Disc Wiping)
ADAS
Level 1 ADAS (Kia Drive Wise with 10 Autonomous Features: Forward Collision Warning FCW, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist FCA-Car/Ped/Cyc, Lane Keep Assist LKA, Lane Following Assist LFA, Lane Departure Warning LDW, High Beam Assist HBA, Driver Attention Warning DAW, Leading Vehicle Departure Alert LVDA)
None
Camera
360-Degree Camera with Blind View Monitor (BVM in instrument cluster) & Front/Rear Parking Sensors
Rear Parking Camera with Guidelines & Ultrasonic Parking Sensors
TPMS
Yes (Highline TPMS with individual tyre pressure display)
Yes (Tyre Pressure Deflation Warning TPMS)
ISOFIX
Yes (Rear outer seats)
Yes (Rear outer seats with ISOFIX)
Interior & Infotainment
Touchscreen
10.25-inch High-Definition Touchscreen Navigation System with Kia Connect UI
10.1-inch High-Definition Floating Touchscreen Infotainment System with Skoda Play Apps & Wireless App-Connect
Digital Cluster
10.25-inch Full Digital Color Instrument Cluster with Multi-Drive Themes
8.0-inch Full Digital Color Virtual Cockpit Driver Information Display Cluster with Customizable Views
CarPlay/Android Auto
Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
Wireless Apple CarPlay & Wireless Android Auto
Connected Tech
Kia Connect with 60+ Connected Features, Alexa & Google Assistant Integration, Over-The-Air (OTA) Map & System Updates
MySkoda Connect with Live Vehicle Tracking, Geofencing, Driving Score, Valet Mode, SOS Alert
Audio System
Bose 7-Speaker Premium Sound System with Subwoofer & LED Sound Mood Lights
6-Speaker Skoda Sound System with Subwoofer & Custom Equalizer
Sunroof
Voice-Controlled Smart Electric Sunroof with One-Touch Operation
Single-Pane Electric Glass Sunroof with Anti-Pinch & One-Touch Operation
Seat Features
4-Way Power-Adjustable Driver Seat with Front Row Ventilated Seats in Leatherette Upholstery
6-Way Power-Adjustable Driver & Passenger Seats with Front Row Seat Ventilation in Perforated Leatherette (Segment-First Dual Power Seats)
Climate Control
Automatic Climate Control with Smart Pure Air Purifier with Virus & Bacteria Protection & Rear AC Vents
Climatronic Touch Automatic Climate Control with Air Care Allergen PM2.5 Filter & Rear AC Vents
Wireless Charger
Yes (Wireless Smartphone Charger with Cooling Pad)
Yes (Fast Qi Wireless Smartphone Charging Pad with Cooling)
Lighting & Exterior
Headlights
Crown Jewel LED Headlights with Star Map LED Daytime Running Lights (DRLs)
Full LED Split Headlamps with Signature Modern Solid Crystal Daytime Running Lights (DRLs)
Tail Lights
Star Map Connected LED Tail Lamps with Horizontal Lightbar
Full LED Horizontal Tail Lamps with Iconic C-Shaped Skoda Crystal Crystalline Light Guide
Fog/DRLs
Front LED Fog Lamps with Chrome Bezels
Front LED Cornering Fog Lamps, 3D Hexagonal Radiator Grille with Matt Black Accents, Silver Roof Rails & Front/Rear Skid Plates
Colours & Warranty
Standard Warranty
3 Years / Unlimited km factory warranty (extendable up to 5 Years / Unlimited km + 3 Years complimentary 24/7 Roadside Assistance)
4 Years / 1,00,000 km Peace of Mind Comprehensive Warranty (Extendable up to 8 Years / 1,50,000 km)
Service Interval
12 Months / 10,000 km (First check at 1 Mo / 1,000 km and second at 6 Mo / 5,000 km)
12 Months / 15,000 km
Choice
Versions
23 versions
13 versions
Price range
₹7.45 Lakh – ₹14.36 Lakh
₹7.59 Lakh – ₹12.99 Lakh
Colours
9 colours
6 colours
Features are what each maker lists for its top versions. "Not listed" means the maker's sheet does not mention it, not that the vehicle lacks it.
Same engine and gearbox, closest price
Pick a pair to compare those two versions
Petrol, manual
HTE Petrol MT₹7.45 Lakh Classic 1.0 TSI MT₹7.59 Lakh Kylaq ₹14,100 more HTE(O) Petrol MT₹7.88 Lakh Classic 1.0 TSI MT₹7.59 Lakh Kylaq ₹28,900 less HTK(O) Petrol MT₹8.89 Lakh Signature 1.0 TSI MT₹9.43 Lakh Kylaq ₹54,100 more HTK+ Petrol MT₹9.28 Lakh Signature 1.0 TSI MT₹9.43 Lakh Kylaq ₹15,100 more HTK+(O) Petrol MT₹9.76 Lakh Signature 1.0 TSI MT₹9.43 Lakh Kylaq ₹32,900 lessOnly the Sonet sells a diesel, manual version: 5 versions, from ₹9.29 Lakh.
Only the Kylaq sells a petrol, automatic version: 6 versions, from ₹9.25 Lakh.
On-road price in six cities
Sonet HTE Petrol MT against Kylaq Classic 1.0 TSI MT
| City | Sonet | Kylaq | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mumbai | ₹8.78 Lakh | ₹8.94 Lakh | Sonet ₹15,651 less |
| Pune | ₹8.78 Lakh | ₹8.94 Lakh | Sonet ₹15,651 less |
| New Delhi | ₹8.48 Lakh | ₹8.63 Lakh | Sonet ₹15,087 less |
| Bengaluru | ₹9.07 Lakh | ₹9.23 Lakh | Sonet ₹16,074 less |
| Chennai | ₹9 Lakh | ₹9.16 Lakh | Sonet ₹15,933 less |
| Hyderabad | ₹9.11 Lakh | ₹9.27 Lakh | Sonet ₹16,074 less |
Ex-showroom price plus road tax, registration and insurance, by each state's rules. Dealers may add handling charges and accessories.
Common questions
Which is cheaper, the Sonet or the Kylaq?
The Sonet, by ₹14,100 on the versions compared here: Sonet HTE Petrol MT at ₹7.45 Lakh against Kylaq Classic 1.0 TSI MT at ₹7.59 Lakh, ex-showroom. On the road in Delhi that becomes ₹8.48 Lakh against ₹8.63 Lakh.
Which gives better mileage?
The Kylaq claims 19.68 kmpl against 18.8 kmpl on the versions compared here. These are official test figures, not road measurements.
Which is safer?
The Sonet: not tested in this form; the India-built Sonet sold in South Africa with 2 airbags scored 1 star (Global NCAP 2026). The Kylaq: 5 stars, Bharat NCAP 2025. The Sonet has 6 airbags and the Kylaq up to 6 airbags.
Which is more powerful?
The Sonet HTE Petrol MT makes 83 PS and 115 Nm and the Kylaq Classic 1.0 TSI MT makes 115 PS and 178 Nm.
Which is bigger?
They are the same length, 3,995 mm. Boot space is 385 litres in the Sonet and 446 litres in the Kylaq.
What is the EMI on each?
About ₹14,252 a month for the Sonet and ₹14,505 for the Kylaq, on the road in Delhi with 20% down over five years at 9.5%.
