What are the pros and cons of Kia Sonet and Hyundai Venue?

Pros of Sonet are: Flamboyant styling Feature loaded cabin Loads of powertrain options Pros of Venue are: Quality interiors Lots of powertrain options Features list Cons of Sonet are: Slightly stiffer ride quality The second-row seat isn’t spacious No clutchless diesel as of now Cons of Venue are: Cabin space isn’t generous 1.2-litre petrol only available in entry-level trims Top-spec variants are costly

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Kia Sonet vs Hyundai Venue

CarWale brings you comparison of Kia Sonet and Hyundai Venue. The Kia Sonet price is ₹ 6.95 Lakh and Hyundai Venue price is ₹ 6.99 Lakh. The Kia Sonet is available in 1197 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Petrol and Hyundai Venue is available in 1197 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Petrol. Sonet provides the mileage of 18.4 kmpl and Venue provides the mileage of 17.52 kmpl.

Sonet vs Venue Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	Sonet	Venue
Price	₹ 6.95 Lakh	₹ 6.99 Lakh
Engine Capacity	1197 cc	1197 cc
Power	82 bhp	82 bhp
Transmission	Manual	Manual
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol

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Kia Sonet

HTE 1.2

₹ 6.95 Lakh

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E 1.2 Petrol

₹ 6.99 Lakh

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Bootspace (litres)	392	350	405
Integrated (in-dash) Music System
Display			Digital Display

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Specifications and Finance

Finance

Engine & Transmission

Engine	1197 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC	1197 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC	999 cc, 3 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Engine Type	Smartstream G 1.2	1.2 l Kappa	1.0L Energy
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol	Petrol
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	82 bhp @ 6000 rpm	82 bhp @ 6000 rpm	71 bhp @ 6250 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	115 Nm @ 4200 rpm	114 Nm @ 4000 rpm	96 Nm @ 3500 rpm
Mileage (ARAI) (kmpl)	18.4View Mileage Details	17.52View Mileage Details	19.17View Mileage Details
Driving Range (Km)	828	788
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD	FWD
Transmission	Manual - 5 Gears	Manual - 5 Gears	Manual - 5 Gears
Emission Standard	BS 6	BS 6	BS 6

Dimensions & Weight
Length (mm) 3995 3995 3991
Width (mm) 1790 1770 1750
Height (mm) 1610 1590 1605
Wheelbase (mm) 2500 2500 2500
Ground Clearance (mm) 195 205
Capacity
Doors (Doors) 5 5 5
Seating Capacity (Person) 5 5 5
No of Seating Rows (Rows) 2 2 2
Bootspace (litres) 392 350 405
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) 45 45 40

Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres

Front Suspension	McPherson Strut with Coil Spring	McPherson Strut with coil Spring	McPherson Strut with Lower Triangle & Coil Spring, Anti-roll Bar & Traverse Arm
Rear Suspension	Coupled Torsion Beam Axle with Coil Spring	Coupled Torsion Beam Axie with Coil Spring	Torsion Beam Axle
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Drum	Drum	Drum
Minimum Turning Radius (metres)	5.1	5.1
Steering Type	Power assisted (Electric)	Power assisted (Electric)	Power assisted (Electric)
Wheels	Steel Rims	Steel Rims	Steel Rims
Spare Wheel	Steel	Steel	Steel
Front Tyres	195 / 65 R15	195 / 65 R15	195 / 60 R16
Rear Tyres	195 / 65 R15	195 / 65 R15	195 / 60 R16

Features

Safety

Overspeed Warning	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
NCAP Rating	Not Tested	Not Tested	4 Star (ASEAN NCAP)
Airbags	2 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger)	2 Airbags (Driver, Passenger)	2 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger)
Child Seat Anchor Points
Seat Belt Warning

Braking & Traction
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Brake Assist (BA)
Locks & Security
Engine immobilizer
Central Locking With Key With Key Remote
Speed Sensing Door Lock
Child Safety Lock

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes (Manual)	Yes (Manual)	Yes (Manual)
Front AC	Single Zone, Common Fan Speed Control	Single Zone, Common Fan Speed Control	Single Zone, Common Fan Speed Control
Rear AC	Blower, Vents Behind Front Armrest		Blower, Vents Behind Front Armrest
Heater
Cabin-Boot Access
Anti-glare Mirrors	Manual - Internal Only	Manual - Internal Only	Manual - Internal Only
Parking Sensors	Rear	Rear	Rear
Headlight & Ignition On Reminder
Steering Adjustment	Tilt	Tilt	Tilt
12V Power Outlets		1	2

Seats & Upholstery

Driver Seat Adjustment	6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)	6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)	6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment	6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)	6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)	6 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)
Rear Row Seat Adjustment		2 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down)
Seat Upholstery	Fabric	Fabric	Fabric
Driver Armrest
Rear Passenger Seats Type	Bench	Bench	Bench
Interiors	Single Tone	Single Tone	Single Tone
Interior Colours	Black	Black	Black
Folding Rear Seat	Full	Full
Front Seatback Pockets
Head-rests	Front & Rear	Front & Rear	Front & Rear

Storage
Cup Holders Front Only Front Only Front Only
Driver Armrest Storage

Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

Scuff Plates	Plastic
Power Windows	Front Only	Front Only	Front & Rear
Adjustable ORVM	Electrically Adjustable	Internally Adjustable	Electrically Adjustable
Turn Indicators on ORVM
Exterior Door Handles	Body Coloured	Body Coloured	Body Coloured
Interior Door Handles	Silver	Silver	Unpainted
Door Pockets	Front & Rear	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Boot-lid Opener	Electric Tailgate Release	Internal	Internal
Outside Rear View Mirrors (ORVMs)	Body Coloured	Black	Black

Exterior
Roof Mounted Antenna
Body-Coloured Bumpers
Body Kit Cladding - Black/Grey Cladding - Black/Grey
Rub - Strips Black
Lighting
Daytime Running Lights LED
Headlights Halogen Halogen Halogen
Tail Lights Halogen Halogen LED
Cabin Lamps Front and Rear Centre Front and Rear
Headlight Height Adjuster

Instrumentation

Instrument Cluster	Analogue - Digital	Analogue	Digital
Trip Meter	Electronic 2 Trips	Electronic 2 Trips	Electronic 2 Trips
Average Fuel Consumption
Average Speed
Distance to Empty
Clock	Digital	Digital	Digital
Low Fuel Level Warning
Door Ajar Warning
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
Shift Indicator	Dynamic
Tachometer	Analogue	Analogue	Digital
Instantaneous Consumption

Entertainment, Information & Communication

Smart Connectivity	Android Auto (No), Apple Car Play (No)	Android Auto (No), Apple Car Play (No)	Android Auto (No), Apple Car Play (No)
Integrated (in-dash) Music System
Display			Digital Display
Speakers			4
USB Compatibility
Bluetooth Compatibility			Phone & Audio Streaming
AM/FM Radio
iPod Compatibility

Manufacturer Warranty
Battery Warranty (Kilometres)
Warranty (Years) 3 3 2
Warranty (Kilometres) Unlimited Unlimited 50000
Rear row
Seat Adjustment 2 Way

Brochure

	Sonet Brochure Checkout Kia Sonet brochure for complete details about the car	Venue Brochure Checkout Hyundai Venue brochure for complete details about the car	Kiger Brochure Checkout Renault Kiger brochure for complete details about the car
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Expert's Take

Good Things	Flamboyant styling Feature loaded cabin Loads of powertrain options	Quality interiors Lots of powertrain options Features list	Sprightly performance Feature-packed cabin Good-looking, affordable, compact SUV
Could be Better	Slightly stiffer ride quality The second-row seat isn’t spacious No clutchless diesel as of now	Cabin space isn’t generous 1.2-litre petrol only available in entry-level trims Top-spec variants are costly	Tight for three in the second row Boot has a high loading lip Cost-cutting is evident

Colours

Gravity Grey	Denim Blue	Caspian Blue
Steel Silver	Deep Forest	Mahogany Brown
Intense Red	Typhoon Silver	Moonlight Silver
Clear White View Colour Images	Fiery Red	Planet Grey
Clear White View Colour Images	Polar White View Colour Images	Ice Cool White View Colour Images

User Reviews

Overall Rating

4.5/5

33 Ratings

8 Reviews

4.6/5

160 Ratings

44 Reviews

4.8/5

25 Ratings

7 Reviews

Rating Parameters	4.6Exterior	4.6Exterior	4.8Exterior
	4.5Comfort	4.6Comfort	4.8Comfort
	4.4Performance	4.7Performance	4.5Performance
	4.2Fuel Economy	4.4Fuel Economy	4.3Fuel Economy
	4.3Value for Money	4.7Value for Money	4.6Value for Money

Most helpful review

Awesome car

Waiting period was bit long but it was blast later! Awesome vehicle with great features compared to price.. of course am satisfied. Good control and good road grip with mileage of 19 in long n 14 in city. I have used many cars but this is in top 5 in my view. perfect for Indian roads. Smooth vehicle. Don't think it.. go for it.

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Superb car

Money value and excellent performance, stylish design with amazing interior and external features. Comfortable and achieve your expectations in every parameter. Recommended car for buy.

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Excellent compact

Tiger is the best emerging compact car from Renault's. I have appreciated the idea of team to launch such a wonderful experience car with affordable price. It's a good value for money.

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Sonet Vs Venue Comparison FAQs

Q: Which car is cheaper between Kia Sonet and Hyundai Venue?

Kia Sonet is priced at ₹ 6.95 Lakh, whereas Hyundai Venue is priced at ₹ 6.99 Lakh. Hence Kia Sonet is the cheaper car amongst the two. For detailed comparison of Sonet vs Venue, click here.

Pros of Sonet are:

Flamboyant styling
Feature loaded cabin
Loads of powertrain options

Pros of Venue are:

Quality interiors
Lots of powertrain options
Features list

Cons of Sonet are:

Slightly stiffer ride quality
The second-row seat isn’t spacious
No clutchless diesel as of now

Cons of Venue are:

Cabin space isn’t generous
1.2-litre petrol only available in entry-level trims
Top-spec variants are costly

Q: Which car between Sonet and Venue is better in terms of fuel economy?

For the HTE 1.2 version, mileage of Sonet is 18.4 kmpl, whereas for the E 1.2 Petrol version, mileage of Venue is 17.52 kmpl. Thus making Sonet the more fuel efficient as compared to Venue.

Q: How is the performance of Sonet compared to Venue?

For the HTE 1.2 version, 1197 cc Petrol engine of Sonet produces 82 bhp @ 6000 rpm of power and 115 Nm @ 4200 rpm of torque. Whereas for the E 1.2 Petrol version, 1197 cc Petrol engine of Venue produces 82 bhp @ 6000 rpm of power and 114 Nm @ 4000 rpm of torque.

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Kia Sonet vs Hyundai Venue

Length (mm)	3995	3995	3991
Width (mm)	1790	1770	1750
Height (mm)	1610	1590	1605
Wheelbase (mm)	2500	2500	2500
Ground Clearance (mm)		195	205

Doors (Doors)	5	5	5
Seating Capacity (Person)	5	5	5
No of Seating Rows (Rows)	2	2	2
Bootspace (litres)	392	350	405
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	45	45	40

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Brake Assist (BA)

Engine immobilizer
Central Locking	With Key	With Key	Remote
Speed Sensing Door Lock
Child Safety Lock

Cup Holders	Front Only	Front Only	Front Only
Driver Armrest Storage

Roof Mounted Antenna
Body-Coloured Bumpers
Body Kit	Cladding - Black/Grey	Cladding - Black/Grey
Rub - Strips		Black

Daytime Running Lights			LED
Headlights	Halogen	Halogen	Halogen
Tail Lights	Halogen	Halogen	LED
Cabin Lamps	Front and Rear	Centre	Front and Rear
Headlight Height Adjuster

Battery Warranty (Kilometres)
Warranty (Years)	3	3	2
Warranty (Kilometres)	Unlimited	Unlimited	50000

Kia Sonet vs Hyundai Venue

Sonet vs Venue Comparison Overview

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Q: Which car is cheaper between Kia Sonet and Hyundai Venue?

Q: What are the pros and cons of Kia Sonet and Hyundai Venue?

Pros of Sonet are:

Pros of Venue are:

Cons of Sonet are:

Cons of Venue are:

Q: Which car between Sonet and Venue is better in terms of fuel economy?

Q: How is the performance of Sonet compared to Venue?