The subcompact SUV space is arguably the most competitive segment presently in the Indian car market. Hence, it becomes imperative for OEMs to constantly update their respective offerings in order to stay relevant and keep customers interested. In this article, we’ll compare the two recently updated subcompact SUVs.
2024 Kia Sonet recently made its debut last week which received tweaked exterior styling and some critical feature upgrades. However, prices for Sonet will be announced at a later date. On the other hand, Tata Motors gave the Nexon a comprehensive makeover earlier in September this year.
Kia Sonet Vs Tata Nexon: Dimensions
Both Sonet and Nexon have distinct designs but their dimensions are in similar ball parks. Nexon is wider and taller than Sonet whereas the latter has a marginally longer wheelbase. Both SUVs have an identical overall length of 3,995mm. Sonet and Nexon have respective boot capacities of 385 and 382 litres.
| Dimensions | Kia Sonet | Tata Nexon |
| Length | 3995 mm | 3995 mm |
| Width | 1790 mm | 1804 mm |
| Height | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2500 mm | 2498 mm |
| Ground clearance | NA | 208 mm |
| Boot capacity | 385 litres | 382 litres |
Kia Sonet Vs Tata Nexon: Features
Both Sonet and Nexon are two of the most feature-rich cars in this segment. Both cars are equipped with features such as wireless charging, electric sunroof, climate control, a 360-degree parking camera, ventilated front seats, 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system, 10.25-inch digital instrument console, air purifier, ambient lighting, and powered adjustable front seats.
However, Sonet benefits from Level 1 ADAS which gets features like lane keep assist, lane follow assist, lane departure warning, collision avoidance assist, etc. It also gets six airbags as standard.
Kia Sonet Vs Tata Nexon: Engine specs
| Engine specs | Kia Sonet | Tata Nexon |
| Displacement | 1.2-litre NA petrol / 1.0-litre turbo petrol / 1.5-litre diesel | 1.2-litre turbo petrol / 1.5-litre diesel |
| Max. power | 82 bhp / 118 bhp / 114 bhp | 118 bhp / 109 bhp |
| Max. torque | 115 Nm / 172 Nm / 250 Nm | 170 Nm / 260 Nm |
| Transmission | 5-speed MT (1.2L NA petrol) / 6-speed iMT, 7-speed DCT (1.0L turbo petrol) / 6-speed MT, 6-speed iMT, 6-speed torque converter (1.5L diesel) | 6-speed MT & 6-speed AMT |
Kia Sonet comes with three engine options– two petrol and a diesel– and as many as six gearbox options. Tata Nexon gets two engine options– a petrol and a diesel— offered with two transmission options. Therefore, Sonet offers more powertrain options.
