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All-New Kia Sonet Facelift to Debut in India on December 14, 2023, Promising Bolder Design and Enhanced Features
The facelifted Sonet will feature a number of design changes, including a new front fascia, sleeker headlamps and taillights, and a redesigned interior.
Kia India has officially confirmed that the new-generation Sonet facelift will be launched in India on December 14, 2023. The facelifted Sonet will feature a number of design changes, including a new front fascia, sleeker headlamps and taillights, and a redesigned interior.
Exterior
The front fascia of the new Sonet will be dominated by a new grille, bumper, and skid plate. The headlamps and taillights will also be redesigned, with LED lighting elements. The side profile will remain largely unchanged, but the alloy wheels will be new.
Interior
The interior of the new Sonet will also see a number of changes. The dashboard layout will be redesigned, with a new central control console and steering wheel. The cabin will also feature a new premium leatherette seat upholstery and a host of other features, including a sunroof, ventilated front seats, dual-zone climate control, an air purifier, wireless mobile charging, and a premium sound system.
Features
The new Sonet will be offered with a host of features, including:
- A large touchscreen infotainment system with a digital instrument cluster
- Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity
- Voice assist
- Sunroof
- Heated front seats
- Dual-zone climate control
- Air purifier
- Wireless mobile charging
- Rear AC vents
- Premium sound system
Safety
The new Sonet will come with a host of safety features, including:
- Six airbags
- Electronic stability control
- Tyre pressure monitoring system
- Hill-hold assist
- 360-degree camera
- Rear parking sensors
- ISOFIX child seat anchors
Engine
The new Sonet will be powered by the same engine options as the current model. These include a 1.2-liter petrol engine, a 1.0-liter turbo-petrol engine, and a 1.5-liter diesel engine.
Price
The new Sonet is expected to be priced in the range of ₹8 lakh to ₹15 lakh (ex-showroom).
Competitors
The new Sonet will compete with the Hyundai Venue, Tata Nexon facelift, Mahindra XUV300, Renault Kiger, Nissan Magnite, Maruti Suzuki Brezza, and Maruti Suzuki S-Presso in the Indian market.
