The 2024 Kia Sonet face is expected to break cover in December before we sign off the year 2023. According to media reports, the compact SUV’s prices will be revealed sometime early next year. Ever since the Sonet made its debut in August 2020, this will be the first major update for the SUV. Let’s take a look and find out what to expect from the 2024 Ka Sonet.
Kia Sonet Facelift: Exteriors
The Sonet facelift will receive tweaked exteriors starting from the front fascia that will receive a reworked grilled, new headlight layout and redesigned daytime running lights and fog lamps. As expected, the 2024 Sonet will sport a set of new alloy wheels, new plastic body panels, connected LED rear lamps and a newly designed tailgate.
Kia Sonet Facelift: Interiors
Not many details have been revealed about the 2024 Sonet’s cabin, but based on reports, it will get a new upholstery colour combination, an updated infotainment system and a digital instrument console. The Sonet will receive updated switches, control panels and the dashboard design.
Kia Sonet Facelift: Engine Specs
The Sonet will retain its multiple engine and transmissions from the current model. The entry-level variants will be powered by the 1.2-litre NA petrol with 82bhp and 115Nm and mated to a 5-speed manual gearbox. Then there is the 1-litre turbo with an output of 118bhp and 172Nm and two transmission options — a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic and a 6-speed clutchless manual.
The Sonet will continue to offer a 114bhp 1.5-litre diesel engine with 250Nm and will offer either a 6-speed clutchless manual or a 6-speed torque converter automatic transmission options.
Like any Kia vehicle, the Sonet will be packed with safety features and the 2024 version is expected to come standard with 6 airbags while the top trims could offer an ADAS suite like the Hyundai Venue.
Kia Sonet Facelift: Competition Check
The Sub 4 metre SUV segment is packed and the Sonet will have its hands full taking on the likes of the best-selling vehicle in its class, the Tata Nexon, Maruti Suzuki Brezza, Maruti Suzuki Fronx, Hyundai Venue, Mahindra XUV300, Nissan Magnite and Renault Kiger.
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