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Kia has launched the Sonet MY2026 in India, starting at Rs 8.40 lakh. The update adds new variants, nine colour options, minor design changes, and enhanced features, including a 12-inch LCD cluster and premium audio.

Explore budget-friendly petrol automatic cars under Rs 10 lakh in India in 2026. From Kia Sonet efficiency to Tata Punch's SUV stance, find the best AMT options with prices, mileage, and key specs.

Kia India sold 29,112 units in March 2026, led by Sonet and Seltos with strong year-on-year growth. Premium models like Carnival and Syros saw steep declines, while EV6 and EV9 recorded no sales.

Kia will launch the next-generation Sonet compact SUV in India by 2027 with a new platform, enhanced features, and improved safety. A strong hybrid powertrain is planned for 2028 or 2029, making it a segment first.

Kia will launch the second-generation Sonet in 2027 with a new K1 platform, updated features, and improved safety. The compact SUV will retain existing engines and add a hybrid variant after 2028, targeting 85,000 units annually.

The Kia Sonet iMT turbo-petrol variant achieved 12.94 kmpl in city and 17.88 kmpl on highway tests, averaging 14.17 kmpl. The model features a 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine and now offers more accessible automatic options.

Kia has expanded the Sonet HTK trim to all powertrains and introduced the feature-rich HTK+ (O) variant. Prices for the HTK (O) start at Rs. 10.29 lakh, while the HTK+ (O) begins at Rs. 11.29 lakh, both on-road Mumbai.

Kia has launched the Sonet HTK (O) Turbo AT at Rs 9.10 lakh, offering a turbo petrol engine and clutchless manual. The Citroen C3 Shine Turbo AT, at Rs 9.32 lakh, competes with a six-speed automatic and modern features.

Five diesel automatic SUVs are available in India under Rs 15 lakh in 2026. Models include the Kia Sonet, Hyundai Venue, Tata Nexon, Kia Seltos, and Mahindra XUV 3XO, each offering strong performance and modern features.

Indian carmakers are introducing more affordable automatic variants, with the Kia Sonet now offering the lowest-priced diesel automatic crossover, reflecting a shift in consumer demand for convenience and ease of driving.

Kia has expanded the 2026 Sonet with new variants, making the diesel and turbo-petrol automatic trims more budget-friendly. The upgrade aims to attract wider audiences with improved value and flexibility options.

Discover the real-world performance of the Kia Sonet Petrol iMT after 2 months: 13 kmpl city, 18 kmpl highway, stable ride, and responsive turbo engine. Ideal compact SUV for Indian roads. Read the full report!

India's Feb 2026 car sales hit 4.25L units (+26% YoY); Maruti holds the forte while Tata and Mahindra chase hard. Toyota bucks MoM dip; check top 14 OEMs' performances from the list mentioned.

India's PV sales soared 25% YoY to 4,04,231 units in December 2025, with Maruti Suzuki leading at 178,646. SUVs, EVs, and hybrids drove growth; full OEM breakdown inside.

Kia India wraps CY2025 with blockbuster 18,659 December sales, around 105% up, totaling 2.8 lakh units. The Kia Sonet dominates, and EVs rise in the sales surge.