Kia Sonet VS Mahindra Thar Comparison, Price, Features, Mileage
First time buyer comparing Kia Sonet and Mahindra Thar? Start with your budget, then check mileage since it affects every month's fuel bill, and then see which features you actually need. This page covers all three.
Key Highlights
| Specification | Kia Sonet | Mahindra Thar |
|---|---|---|
| Price (Ex-Showroom) | ₹7.34 Lakh | ₹17.63 Lakh |
| Engine | 1197 cc | 2184 cc |
| Max Power | 81.8bhp@6000rpm | 130bhp@3750rpm |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Diesel |
| Transmission | 5-Speed Manual | 6-Speed Automatic |
| Mileage (ARAI) | 18.4 kmpl | 11 kmpl |
| Seating Capacity | 5 Seater | 4 Seater |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
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Mahindra Thar · LXT 4WD Diesel AT
17.63 Lakh
Ex-Showroom Price
EMI: ₹28,937/mo · 5yr · 20% down · 8.5% p.a.
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Engine & Transmission
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| Engine | 1197 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Type | 4 Cylinder, 4 Valve/Cylinder | 4 Cylinder, 4 Valve/Cylinder |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Diesel |
| Mileage (ARAI) | 18.4 kmpl | 11 kmpl |
| Max Power (bhp@rpm) | 81.8bhp@6000rpm | 130bhp@3750rpm |
| Max Torque (Nm@rpm) | 115Nm@4200rpm | 300Nm@1600-2800rpm |
| Emission Standard | BS VI 2.0 | BS VI 2.0 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | 4WD |
| Transmission | 5-Speed Manual | 6-Speed Automatic |
Dimensions
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| Length *Width *Height | 3995 mm × 1790 mm × 1642 mm | 3985 mm × 1820 mm × 1855 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
Capacity
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| Seating Capacity | 5 | 4 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 Litres | 57 Litres |
Suspension & Tyres
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| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut suspension | Double wishbone suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Rear twist beam | Multi-link, Solid Axle |
| Additional Steering Features | Tilt | Tilt |
| Steering | Electric | Hydraulic |
| Tyres | 195/65 R15 Radial Tubeless | 255/65 R18 Tubeless All-Terrain |
| Front Brake Type | Disc | Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Drum | Drum |
| Wheels | 15 Inch | — |
Exterior
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| Sunroof | No | — |
| Spoiler | No | — |
| Roof Rails | No | — |
| Antenna | Pole Type | Fender-mounted |
| Headlights | LED | LED |
| Taillights | LED | LED |
| Daytime Running Lights | No | Yes |
| Fog Lights | Yes | Front |
Safety
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| ADAS | No | — |
| NCAP Rating | — | global ncap safety rating: 4 Star; global ncap child safety rating: 4 Star |
| Airbags | 6 | 2 |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) | Yes | Yes |
| Child Seat Anchor Points | Yes | Yes |
Comfort
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| Air Conditioner | Yes (with Rear Vents) | Yes (with Rear Vents) |
| Heater | Yes | Yes |
| Cruise Control | No | Yes |
| Parking Assist | 360° Camera | — |
| Parking Sensors | Rear | Rear |
| Steering Adjustment | Height only | — |
| Driver Rear View Monitor (DRVM) | No | With Guidedlines |
| Keyless Start/ Button Start | No | Yes |
| Drive Modes | No | — |
| Charging Ports | Yes | Yes |
Braking
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| Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Assist (BA) | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes |
| Traction Control System (TC/TCS) | No | — |
| Hill Hold Control | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Descent Control | Yes | Yes |
Security
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| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | — |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Child Safety Lock | Yes | Yes |
Windows & Mirrors
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| Power Windows | Front Only | Front Only |
| ORVM (Outside Rear View Mirrors) | Powered & Folding | Powered |
| Rain-sensing Wipers | No | — |
| Rear Wiper | No | Yes |
| Rear Defogger | No | Yes |
Entertainment
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| Infotainment Screen | No | Yes |
| Audio System | No | 4 Front & Rear |
| USB Compatibility | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Compatibility | No | Yes |
| Smart Connectivity | Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| GPS Navigation System | No | — |
| Wireless Charger | No | — |
Seats & Upholstery
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| Seat Upholstery | Leatherette | Fabric |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | No | Yes |
| Ventilated Seats | No | — |
| Split Rear Seat | Bench Folding | 50:50 Split |
Colours
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| Available Colours | Glacier White Pearl Clear White Pewter Olive Magma Red Aurora Black Pearl Aurora Black Pearl Matte Graphite Magma Red Imperial Blue Glacier White Pearl With Aurora Black Pearl Gravity Gray | Stealth Black Everest White Tango Red Battleship Grey Deep Forest Galaxy Grey Battleship Gray |
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HTE
7.34 Lakh
Ex-showroom
EMI: ₹12,047/mo · 20% down · 5yr
18.4 kmpl
manual
Petrol
Key Features
- 6 Airbags
- CarPlay / Android Auto
- Parking Sensors
Kia Sonet comparison with similar cars
| FEATURE / SPEC |  |  |  |  |  |  |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission | 5 / 6 | 6 | 6 Speed Automatic / 6 Speed Manual | x / 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Engine | 1197 cc - 998 cc | 1462 cc - 998 cc | 1493 cc - 998 cc | 999 cc | 999 cc | 999 cc |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol / Cng | Diesel / Petrol | Petrol | Petrol / Cng | Petrol |
| Max Power | 81.8 bhp - 118 bhp | 102 bhp - 109 bhp | 114 bhp - 118 bhp | 98.63 bhp - 71 bhp | 71 bhp | 71.01 bhp |
| Mileage | 18.4 - 24.1 kmpl | 19.89 - 26.9 km/kg kmpl | 18.2 - 20.75 kmpl | 17.63 - 20.38 kmpl | 19.4 - 30 km/kg kmpl | 17 - 20 kmpl |
| Boot Space | 385 Litres | - | 465 Litres | 405 Litres | 336 Litres | 84 Litres |
| Airbags | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
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LXT 4WD Diesel AT
17.63 Lakh
Ex-showroom
EMI: ₹28,937/mo · 20% down · 5yr
11 kmpl
automatic
Diesel
Key Features
- 2 Airbags
- CarPlay / Android Auto
- Push Button Start
- Cruise Control
- Yes Screen
Mahindra Thar comparison with similar cars
| FEATURE / SPEC |  |  |  |  | |  |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission | 6 | 6 | 6 | 7 / 6 | 6 Speed Automatic / 6 Speed Manual | 5 |
| Engine | 2184 cc - 1497 cc | 999 cc - 1333 cc | 999 cc - 1333 cc | 1498 cc - 999 cc | 1493 cc - 998 cc | 2499 cc |
| Fuel Type | Diesel / Petrol | Petrol | Petrol | Petrol | Diesel / Petrol | Diesel |
| Max Power | 130 bhp - 116.93 bhp | 98.63 bhp - 160.77 bhp | 99 bhp - 161 bhp | 147.51 bhp - 114 bhp | 114 bhp - 118 bhp | 77.77 bhp |
| Mileage | 9 - 11 kmpl | 17.8 - 19.4 kmpl | 17.75 - 19.41 kmpl | 18.72 - 19.76 kmpl | 18.2 - 20.75 kmpl | - |
| Boot Space | - | 518 Litres | 518 Litres | 385 Litres | 465 Litres | - |
| Airbags | 2 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 2 |
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