The sub-4 meter SUV segment has finally witnessed the arrival of the new Kia Sonet. This compact SUV will further increase the competition level in the already crowded sub-compact SUV segment, which is currently dominated by the Hyundai Venue, Maruti Vitara Brezza and the Tata Nexon. In this article, we compare the engine specifications, features and dimensions of the Kia Sonet, Ford EcoSport and the Mahindra XUV300 –
Sonet Vs EcoSport Vs XUV300 – Price
The Kia Sonet petrol is available in the price bracket of Rs 6.71 – Rs 11.99 lakh, while the diesel version costs Rs 8.05 lakh for base model and Rs 11.99 lakh for the top-end model. The XUV300 is available as a premium model, priced between Rs 7.95 lakh and Rs 12.30 lakh. The EcoSport is available in price bracket of Rs 8.17 lakh and Rs 11.71 lakh. Also See – Kia Sonet vs Maruti Vitara Brezza
Sonet Vs EcoSport Vs XUV300 – Specs
– The Kia Sonet is available with 3 engine options – a 1.2L NA petrol with a 5-speed manual, a 1.0L turbo-petrol with 6-speed iMT and a 7-speed DCT, and a 1.5L turbo-diesel with 6-speed MT and a 6-speed torque convertor automatic.
– The 1.2L naturally-aspirated engine is good for 81bhp and 115Nm of torque, the turbocharged petrol engine is capable of producing 118bhp and 172Nm of torque. The diesel engine offers two states of tunes – 99bhp/240Nm with manual gearbox and 113bhp/250Nm with 6-speed torque convertor automatic. Also See – Kia Sonet vs Tata Nexon
– The EcoSport is available with 1.5L petrol and diesel engines. The petrol engine produces 121bhp and 149Nm of torque, the oil burner is good for 99bhp and 215Nm of torque. Transmission choices include a 5-speed manual and a 6-speed torque convertor automatic (Petrol Only).
– The Mahindra XUV300 is also offered with 2 engine options – a 1.2L turbocharged petrol and a 1.5-litre turbo-diesel. While the petrol engine with 6MT is good for 110bhp and 200Nm of torque, the diesel engine produces 115bhp and 300Nm of torque. The oil burner is available with 6-speed manual and an AMT gearbox options.
Sonet Vs EcoSport Vs XUV300 – Mileage
– The Sonet’s 1.2L is claimed to return an ARAI certified fuel economy of 18.4kmpl, while the turbocharged petrol returns 18.2kmpl with iMT and 18.3kmpl with DCT automatic gearbox. Mileage figure of the diesel engine will stand at 24.1kmpl (MT) and 19kmpl (AT). Also See – Kia Sonet Vs Hyundai Venue
– The XUV300 petrol is claimed to return 17kmpl of fuel efficiency, while the diesel model delivers 20kmpl.
– The Ford EcoSport diesel is claimed to deliver 21.7kmpl of mileage. On the other hand, the petrol version delivers 15.9kmpl.
Sonet Vs EcoSport Vs XUV300 – Dimensions
– The Kia Sonet measures 3,995mm in length, 1,790mm in width and 1,610mm in height, and has a wheelbase of 2,500mm. It offers a luggage carrying capacity of 392-litres.
– In terms of proportions, the Ford EcoSport is 3,998mm long, 1,765mm wide and 1,647mm tall and has a wheelbase of 2,519mm. The SUV offers a boot space 352-litres.
– The Mahindra XUV300 rides on 2,600mm wheelbase, which is longest in its category. However, it offers only 259-litres of boot space. It measures 3,995mm in length, 1,821mm in width and 1,627mm in height. The SUV has a ground clearance of 180mm.
Sonet Vs EcoSport Vs XUV300 – Features
– In terms of exterior, the Kia Sonet gets full LED headlamps, LED DRLs, 16-inch dual-tone alloys, LED tail-lights, factory-fitted sunroof, etc. Inside the cabin, the new Sonet gets 10.25-inch HD touchscreen infotainment system, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, UVO connected car technology, LED sound mood lighting, wireless charging, ventilated front seats, push-button start, air purifier, multi-functional steering wheel, etc.
– The EcoSport gets HID projector headlamps, LED DRLs, sunroof, 16-inch alloys and roof-integrated spoiler, etc. Inside the cabin, the SUV gets a 9-inch SYNC 3 infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay support, cruise control, paddle shifters (petrol AT), push-button start, multi-functional steering wheel, etc.
– The Mahindra XUV300 is fitted with projector headlamps, LED tail-lamps, sunroof, roof-integrated spoiler and larger 17-inch alloys. Inside the cabin, it gets a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, dual-zone climate control, six-way electrically adjustable driver’s seat, cruise control, push-button start, etc.
– In terms of safety, the Sonet gets ABS with EBD, six airbags, tyre pressure monitoring system, VSM (Vehicle Stability Management), HAS (Hill-Launch Assist), front and rear parking sensors and brake assist.
– For safety and security, the Ford EcoSport gets six airbags ABS with EBD, rear parking sensors, tyre pressure monitoring system, ESC (Electronic Stability Control), and TCS (Traction Control System).
– The new XUV300 gets several high-end safety and security features such as automatic headlamps, a tyre pressure monitoring system, seven airbags, all-4 disc brakes, ESP with hill hold and a reverse camera with guidelines. It is also the safest made-in-India car according to the Global NCAP crash test rating.
