Chevrolet Tavera vs Kia Sonet - Which One Should You Buy

Chevrolet Tavera vs Kia Sonet Comparison at CarHP India. Compare Chevrolet Tavera and Kia Sonet Prices, Mileage, Features, Specs, Colours and much more.

The discontinued Chevrolet Tavera was previously offered in 9 variants. It came with a Diesel engine option paired with a manual setup based on the chosen trim. When it was last on sale, prices started at ₹8.54 Lakh for the lower variants and went up to ₹11.58 Lakh for the fully equipped version. The Kia Sonet comes in 27 variants. Engine options include Petrol and Diesel as per the selected variant, paired with manual or automatic transmissions. The selected variant is priced at ₹7.30 Lakh. The cheapest variant, HTE, costs ₹7.30 Lakh, while the top-end variant, GTX Plus Diesel AT, is priced at ₹14 Lakh.

Specification	Chevrolet Tavera	Kia Sonet
Price	₹8.54 Lakh	₹7.30 Lakh
Engine	2499 cc TCDi Diesel Engine Diesel	1197 cc Smartstream G1.2 Petrol
Mileage	13.58 kmpl	18.4 kmpl
Transmission	5 Speed	5-Speed

Price

₹8.54 Lakh

₹7.30 Lakh

Engine

2499 cc TCDi Diesel Engine Diesel

1197 cc Smartstream G1.2 Petrol

Mileage

13.58 kmpl

18.4 kmpl

Transmission

5 Speed

5-Speed

Chevrolet Tavera vs Kia Sonet - Which One Should You Buy

Chevrolet Tavera vs Kia Sonet Comparison at CarHP India. Compare Chevrolet Tavera and Kia Sonet Prices, Mileage, Features, Specs, Colours and much more.

Chevrolet Tavera

₹ 8.54 Lakh

Base 9 Str BS IV

Kia Sonet

₹ 7.30 Lakh

HTE

Chevrolet Tavera

₹ 8.54 Lakh

Base 9 Str BS IV

Kia Sonet

₹ 7.30 Lakh

HTE

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Comparison

Brochure

EMI Cost

Quick Specification Comparison

Engine and Performance

Max Power

78bhp@3800rpm

81.8bhp@6000rpm

Max Torque

176nm@1400-2600

115Nm@4200rpm

Displacement

2499 cc

1197 cc

No. of Cylinders

Battery Saver

Performance Specifications

Acceleration

Drive Mode Types

Paddle Shifters

Fuel Specifications

Diesel Fuel Tank Capacity

55 Litres

Diesel Mileage Arai

13.58 kmpl

Emission Control System

Catalytic Converter

Emission Norm Compliance

BS IV

BS VI 2.0

Fuel Tank Capacity

55 Litres

Dimensions and Design

Body Type

MUV

SUV

Gross Weight

1660

Ground Clearance

185 mm

Height

1765 mm

1642 mm

Kerb Weight

1660 Kg

Interior Specifications

Boot Space

385 Litres

No. of Doors

Seating Capacity

Wheels & Tires

Alloy Wheels

Tyre Size

205/65 R15

195/65 R15

Tyre Type

Tubeless,Radial

Radial Tubeless

Wheel Covers

Wheel Size

15 Inch

Suspension, Brakes & Steering

Front Brake Type

Disc

Front Suspension

Independent Torsion Bar Spring

MacPherson Strut suspension

Rear Brake Type

Drum

Rear Suspension

Semi Elliptical Leaf Spring

Rear twist beam

Shock Absorbers Type

Gas Filled

Safety Features

360 View Camera

Anti Lock Braking System Abs

Anti Theft Alarm

Anti Theft Device

Blind Spot Monitor

Interior Features

Digital Clock

Digital Cluster

Dual Tone Dashboard

Electronic Multi Tripmeter

Fabric Upholstery

Comfort & Convenience

Accessory Power Outlet

Active Noise Cancellation

Adjustable Headlamps

Adjustable Headrest

Adjustable Seats

Infotainment Features

Android Auto

Antenna

Pole Type

Apple Carplay

Audio System Remote Control

Bluetooth Connectivity

Exterior Features

Boot Opening

Manual

Chrome Grille

Fog Lights

Headlamp Washers

Led Drls

Brochure

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EMI Cost Comparison

Assuming 20% down payment, 9.5% interest, 60-month tenure

Chevrolet Tavera - EMI Breakdown

Loan Amount

₹6,83,523

Interest: 9.5%

₹64,935

Down Payment (20%)

₹1,70,881

Loan Tenure

5 years

EMI Cost₹14,355/month

Kia Sonet - EMI Breakdown

Loan Amount

₹5,84,110

Interest: 9.5%

₹55,490

Down Payment (20%)

₹1,46,028

Loan Tenure

5 years

EMI Cost₹12,267/month

Comparison

Brochure

EMI Cost

Quick Specification Comparison

Engine and Performance

Max Power

78bhp@3800rpm

81.8bhp@6000rpm

Max Torque

176nm@1400-2600

115Nm@4200rpm

Displacement

2499 cc

1197 cc

No. of Cylinders

Battery Saver

Performance Specifications

Acceleration

Drive Mode Types

Paddle Shifters

Fuel Specifications

Diesel Fuel Tank Capacity

55 Litres

Diesel Mileage Arai

13.58 kmpl

Emission Control System

Catalytic Converter

Emission Norm Compliance

BS IV

BS VI 2.0

Fuel Tank Capacity

55 Litres

Dimensions and Design

Body Type

MUV

SUV

Gross Weight

1660

Ground Clearance

185 mm

Height

1765 mm

1642 mm

Kerb Weight

1660 Kg

Interior Specifications

Boot Space

385 Litres

No. of Doors

Seating Capacity

Wheels & Tires

Alloy Wheels

Tyre Size

205/65 R15

195/65 R15

Tyre Type

Tubeless,Radial

Radial Tubeless

Wheel Covers

Wheel Size

15 Inch

Suspension, Brakes & Steering

Front Brake Type

Disc

Front Suspension

Independent Torsion Bar Spring

MacPherson Strut suspension

Rear Brake Type

Drum

Rear Suspension

Semi Elliptical Leaf Spring

Rear twist beam

Shock Absorbers Type

Gas Filled

Safety Features

360 View Camera

Anti Lock Braking System Abs

Anti Theft Alarm

Anti Theft Device

Blind Spot Monitor

Interior Features

Digital Clock

Digital Cluster

Dual Tone Dashboard

Electronic Multi Tripmeter

Fabric Upholstery

Comfort & Convenience

Accessory Power Outlet

Active Noise Cancellation

Adjustable Headlamps

Adjustable Headrest

Adjustable Seats

Infotainment Features

Android Auto

Antenna

Pole Type

Apple Carplay

Audio System Remote Control

Bluetooth Connectivity

Exterior Features

Boot Opening

Manual

Chrome Grille

Fog Lights

Headlamp Washers

Led Drls

Brochure

Download Kia Sonet Brochure Brochure Icon

EMI Cost Comparison

Assuming 20% down payment, 9.5% interest, 60-month tenure

Chevrolet Tavera - EMI Breakdown

Loan Amount

₹6,83,523

Interest: 9.5%

₹64,935

Down Payment (20%)

₹1,70,881

Loan Tenure

5 years

EMI Cost₹14,355/month

Kia Sonet - EMI Breakdown

Loan Amount

₹5,84,110

Interest: 9.5%

₹55,490

Down Payment (20%)

₹1,46,028

Loan Tenure

5 years

EMI Cost₹12,267/month

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Chevrolet Tavera

Base 9 Str BS IV

₹8.54 Lakh

Kia Sonet

HTE

₹7.30 Lakh

Chevrolet Tavera

₹8.54 Lakh

Base 9 Str BS IV

Kia Sonet

₹7.30 Lakh

HTE