Kia introduces new Sonet with ADAS at a special starting price of Rs 7.99 lakh – Dainik Savera Times

New Delhi : India’s leading premium carmaker, Kia has introduced its most premium compact SUV – the new Sonet at a special introductory price starting at Rs 7.99 lakh (ex-showroom) across the country. Launched in December 2023, this latest edition of Kia’s second best-selling innovation comes with 25 safety features, including the excellent ADAS with 10 autonomous features and a robust 15 high-safety features. The vehicle has over 70 connected car features, such as ‘Find My Car with SVM’, which provides a view of the car’s surroundings and Hinglish commands to make the Sonet the most comfortable drive. The new Sonet offers a diverse driving experience with its availability in 19 different variants, including 5 diesel manual variants starting at Rs 9.79 lakh. The segment best ADAS Level 1 featuring 10 autonomous functions is available in top-of-the-line variants for both diesel and petrol engines. The GT Line and X-Line variants are priced at Rs 14.50 and 14.69 lakh for petrol and Rs 15.50 and 15.69 lakh for diesel respectively.

The new muscular and sportier Sonet retains its distinctive road presence with an upright body style. Packed with 10 autonomous features like Front Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA), Leading Vehicle Departure Alert (LVDA), and Lane Following Assist (LFA), this latest edition of the popular compact SUV is deeply in tune with the personality of the modern Indian customer . To provide a safe driving experience, it comes with a whopping 15 high-safety features as standard across all variants, including 6 airbags, Electronic Stability Control (ESC), and Vehicle Stability Management (VSM). With this introduction in the Sonet, Kia has made 6 airbags standard across its product portfolio.

Additionally, the Sonet comes with 10 best-in-segment features, including dual screen connected panel design, rear door sunshade curtain, and all door power windows with safety one-touch auto up/down. Compared to nearest competitors, the new Sonet has no less than 11 advantageous features and is the most technologically advanced and feature-rich compact SUV. The new Sonet now features a new grille and new bumper design, an upgraded front face with crown jewel LED headlamps, R16 crystal cut alloy wheels and star map LED connected tail lamps.

Announcing the launch/price of the new Sonet, Mr. Myung-sik Son, Chief Sales and Business Strategy Officer, Kia India, said, “We are re-premiumizing the compact SUV segment with the introduction of the new Sonet. The old Sonet had pioneered this segment with its exceptional design and technological prowess, and with the new Sonet, we are taking our leadership in this segment even higher. We are combining a highly affordable offering with low maintenance support and a top-tier security offering with the most advanced ADS technology. Moreover, it also proudly stands before us as the most connected car in its segment with futuristic features like fun Hinglish command and surround view monitor which are designed to offer the best compact SUV driving experience for both short and long journeys. Designed for.”

He said, “We have found that Sonet is often the first choice of many buyers, and hence, we took a conscious decision to keep the price competitive to make Sonet more accessible to them. With an attractive product proposition, we are sure that we will win the hearts of consumers once again.” Like the older version of this vehicle, the new Sonet has again set benchmarks in offering a connected car experience. The vehicle boasts of over 70 connected car experiences, redefining the ownership and driving experience. Introducing features like Find My Car with Surround View Monitor (SVM), Hinglish VR Command, Valet Mode and Remote Window Control to name a few, the new Sonet not only offers customer convenience but also offers an added level of safety.

This latest incarnation of the Sonet also redefines the in-cabin experience with luxurious interiors, featuring a tech-oriented dashboard, LED ambient sound lighting, 26.04 cm (10.25″) color LCD MID and 26.03 cm (10.25″) HD touchscreen. Dual screen connected panel design with navigation, full digital cluster, new GT Line logo on the steering wheel and 5 interior color options with 1 new color. The car is also available in new Pewter Olive body colour, with 8 monotone, 2 dual tone and 1 matte finish colours.

Customers can book the new Sonet on Kia India’s official website: www.kia.com/in, and at Kia India authorized dealerships with a starting booking amount of Rs 25,000.