Skoda Kylaq vs Kia Sonet - Which One Should You Buy

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

Skoda Kylaq

7.55 Lakh

Kia Sonet

7.30 Lakh

Pros & Cons

Skoda Kylaq

  • Extremely refined engine and gearbox combination
  • Skoda has added some helpful “Simply Clever” bits
  • Massive boot space without putting the seats down
  • Least buggy infotainment systems we have encountered
  • Excellent highway mileage considering the power the Kylaq has
  • Great entry point for Skoda lovers with a sub‑8‑lakh starting price

Kia Sonet

  • Value-for-money lineup
  • Six airbags as standard
  • ADAS available in the top X-Line trim
  • Comfortable rear seats and ample boot space
  • Multiple engine and gearbox combinations with performance-focused tuning
  • Kia’s rapidly expanding sales network
Engine and Performance

The Skoda Kylaq Classic is powered by a 1.0 tsi engine producing a maximum power of 114bhp@5000-5500rpm and maximum torque of 178Nm@1750-4000rpm. The Kia Sonet HTE is powered by a smartstream g1.2 engine producing a maximum power of 81.8bhp@6000rpm and maximum torque of 115Nm@4200rpm.

Max Power
114bhp@5000-5500rpm
81.8bhp@6000rpm
Max Torque
178Nm@1750-4000rpm
115Nm@4200rpm
Displacement
999 cc
1197 cc
No. of Cylinders
3
4
Battery Saver
-
Fuel Specifications

The Skoda Kylaq Classic runs on Petrol and delivers a mileage of 19.68 kmpl. The Kia Sonet HTE runs on Petrol and delivers a mileage of 18.4 kmpl.

Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
Fuel Tank Capacity
45 Litres
45 Litres
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Petrol Mileage (ARAI)
19.68 kmpl
18.4 kmpl
Dimensions and Design

The Skoda Kylaq Classic has a height of 1619 mm, length measures 3995 mm, width is 1783 mm. The Kia Sonet HTE has a height of 1642 mm, length measures 3995 mm, width is 1790 mm.

Body Type
SUV
SUV
Gross Weight
1630 kg
-
Ground Clearance
189 mm
-
Height
1619 mm
1642 mm
Kerb Weight
1169-1219
-
Interior Specifications

The Skoda Kylaq Classic offers a boot space of 446 Litres. The Kia Sonet HTE offers a boot space of 385 Litres.

Boot Space
446 Litres
385 Litres
Boot Space Rear Seat Folding
1265 Litres
-
No. of Doors
5
5
Seating Capacity
5
5
Wheels & Tires

The Skoda Kylaq Classic offers wheel and tyre features such as Wheel Covers. Skoda Kylaq Classic runs on tyres sized 205/60 R16. Kia Sonet HTE runs on tyres sized 195/65 R15.

Alloy Wheels
Tyre Size
205/60 R16
195/65 R15
Tyre Type
Radial Tubeless
Radial Tubeless
Wheel Covers
Wheel Size
16 Inch
15 Inch
Suspension, Brakes & Steering

The Skoda Kylaq Classic uses a MacPherson Strut suspension setup at the front and a Rear twist beam at the back for balanced comfort and stability. Braking duties are handled by Disc at the front and Drum at the rear. The Kia Sonet HTE uses a MacPherson Strut suspension setup at the front and a Rear twist beam at the back for balanced comfort and stability. Braking duties are handled by Disc at the front and Drum at the rear.

Front Brake Type
Disc
Disc
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut suspension
MacPherson Strut suspension
Rear Brake Type
Drum
Drum
Rear Suspension
Rear twist beam
Rear twist beam
Steering Column
Tilt & Telescopic
Tilt
Safety Features

The Skoda Kylaq Classic comes equipped with safety features like Driver Airbag, Side Airbag, Seat Belt Warning, Anti Lock Braking System Abs, Central Locking, and and many more. The Kia Sonet HTE comes equipped with safety features like Hill Assist, Driver Airbag, Side Airbag, Seat Belt Warning, Anti Lock Braking System Abs, and and many more.

360 View Camera
-
Anti Lock Braking System Abs
Anti Theft Alarm
Anti Theft Device
-
Bharat Ncap Child Safety Rating
5
-
Interior Features

The Skoda Kylaq Classic includes interior features such as Tachometer and Digital Cluster. The Kia Sonet HTE includes interior features such as Tachometer and Digital Cluster.

Additional Features
Glossy black front grille with 3D ribs, Outer door mirrors in body colour, Door handles in body colour w/o chrome strip, Front and rear (bumper) diffuser black grained, Side door cladding with hexagon pattern, Wheel arch cladding, Rear LED number plate illumniation
Digital Cluster
Dual Tone Dashboard
-
Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
Comfort & Convenience

For comfort, the Skoda Kylaq Classic offers Adjustable Headrest, Height Adjustable Driver Seat, Power Steering, Air Conditioner, Heater, and and many more. For comfort, the Kia Sonet HTE offers Adjustable Headrest, Rear Ac Vents, Power Steering, Air Conditioner, Heater, and and many more.

Accessory Power Outlet
Active Noise Cancellation
-
Adjustable Headlamps
-
Adjustable Headrest
Adjustable Steering
Height & Reach
Infotainment Features

In terms of infotainment, the Skoda Kylaq Classic offers Integrated Antenna. In terms of infotainment, the Kia Sonet HTE offers Integrated Antenna.

Android Auto
Antenna
Pole Type
Apple Carplay
Bluetooth Connectivity
Digital Cluster Size
3.5 Inch
4.2 Inch
Skoda Kylaq
Skoda Kylaq

Classic

7.55 Lakh

Kia Sonet
Kia Sonet

HTE

7.30 Lakh