KIA Sonet Sales Highlight
The KIA Sonet was launched in the Indian market in 2020, featuring a unique set of features and multiple engine options. In January 2024, KIA India introduced a facelift for the Sonet, which included enhanced safety features and advanced technology aimed at capturing the sub-compact SUV segment.
Within just 11 months, the KIA Sonet achieved sales of 100,000 units, accounting for 32% of KIA India’s overall sales. The KIA Sonet has a 1.2-litre normal petrol engine, a 1.0-litre turbo petrol engine, and a 1.5-litre turbo diesel engine.
Key Factors of KIA Sonet Sales
- Premium Features – The KIA Sonet features include dual 10.25-inch HD touchscreens, a Bose premium sound system, ventilated front seats and a voice-enabled sunroof.
- Enhanced Safety – The Sonet offers a pack of 15 robust safety features including standard 6 airbags, Electronic Stability Control, 360-degree camera setup and Level-1 ADAS pack.
- Multiple Engine Options – The KIA Sonet comes with 3 engine options, fulfilling every customer’s needs. A 1.2 ltr Naturally Aspirated Petrol Engine, a 1.0 ltr Turbo-GDI Petrol Engine and a 1.5 ltr Turbo Diesel Engine
KIA Sonet Popular Variants
According to KIA India, petrol variants of the KIA Sonet account for 76% of overall sales, with 34% of those being iMT and automatic variants.
The KIA Sonet is the only compact SUV under 4 meters that offers multiple transmission and engine options. It features a 1.5-litre turbo diesel engine with a torque converter automatic transmission. It emphasized the customer’s needs.
