A sneak preview of Kia Sonet — the latest ‘Made-in-India’ compact SUV car
Navdeep Yadav
Kia Motors
- Kia Sonet is all set to make its world premiere today (August 7).
- The car is likely to be priced around ₹8 lakh - ₹12 lakh (ex-showroom) in India.
- Here are all the features on Kia Sonet worth looking at.
- Check out the latest news and updates on Business Insider.
The car, first showcased at the Auto Expo 2020 as a concept, is a fully ‘Made-in-India’ product. And, the company said it would be available in many of the brand’s global markets.
It is expected to be priced around ₹8 lakh - ₹12 lakh (ex-showroom) in India. However, this is not official yet; the company will release more details today during the premiere. Kia dealers have already begun accepting Kia Sonet SUV bookings for a token amount of ₹25,000.
Check out the design and features on Kia Sonet:
The Kia Sonet comes with sophisticated and user-friendly features such as a two-layer tray to store mobile devices in the dashboard, high-tech digital display and instrument cluster, featuring a first-in-segment 10.25-inch HD touchscreen and navigation system with UVO connected technologies.
Kia Motors
Air vents in the smooth, sweeping dashboard feature a metallic, diamond-knurled pattern, a chic and stylish design highlight.
Kia Motors
“In line with Kia’s distinctive design DNA, the Sonet’s emotive and bold design combines the brand’s signature design traits, including the iconic ‘tiger-nose’ grille, with a three-dimensional ‘stepwell’ geometric grille mesh, making a strong visual impression inspired by Indian architecture. It projects an aggressive stance with a rugged appeal,” the company said in a statement.
The company said the Sonet would feature an extensive list of active and passive safety equipment. The car will come equipped with up to six airbags – offering a class-leading combination of front, side and curtain protection for passengers.
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