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Kia Sonet MY26 Launched With Diesel Automatic Under ₹10 Lakh
Kia has introduced the Model Year 2026 (MY26) edition for the Kia Sonet. The latest update expands the lineup by making the diesel engine available with an automatic transmission in a more accessible variant, giving buyers greater flexibility in choosing their preferred powertrain.
The Kia Sonet competes in the highly competitive sub-4-metre SUV segment. With prices starting under ₹10 lakh (ex-showroom), the Sonet continues to remain one of the most attractive options in its category.
Kia Sonet Gets New Automatic Variants
The MY26 version of the Sonet is priced from ₹9.77 lakh and ₹9.89 lakh (ex-showroom) depending on the variant. With this update, Kia has expanded the automatic lineup by introducing new diesel automatic variants along with the turbo petrol 7-speed DCT option.
With rising traffic congestion in cities, many buyers are increasingly preferring automatic transmissions over manual gearboxes. Automatics offer better comfort, smoother drivability, and reduced driver fatigue in daily traffic conditions. Diesel engines, on the other hand, are known for better fuel efficiency in stop-and-go city traffic.
Kia has understood the consumers' preferences and made the diesel automatic variant more accessible to buyers. The 1.5-litre diesel engine paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission is now available in HTE (O), HTK (O), HTK+, and HTK+ (O) variants of the Sonet.
Additionally, the HTK (O) and HTK+ (O) variants are now available with the 1.0-litre turbo petrol engine paired with a 7-speed DCT transmission. Introducing automatic variants below the ₹10 lakh price point is a strategic move by Kia to attract more buyers in the segment.
Diesel Automatic Prices
Kia Sonet Diesel (1.5) | Transmission | Price (ex-showroom) |
| HTE (O) | 6 AT | 9.77 Lakh |
| HTK (O) | 6 AT | 10.72 Lakh |
| HTK+ | 6 AT | 11.08 Lakh |
| HTK+ (O) | 6 AT | 11.56 Lakh |
Petrol Automatic Prices
Variants | Transmission | Price (ex-showroom) |
| HTK (O) | 7 DCT | 9.89 Lakh |
| HTK+ (O) | 7 DCT | 10.83 Lakh |
Speaking about the update, Atul Sood, Senior Vice President - Sales & Marketing at Kia India, said, "We have been closely listening to evolving customer needs, particularly the growing preference for the convenience of automatic driving in everyday conditions. With the Model Year 2026 update, we are expanding our automatic line-up with Diesel Automatic and Turbo Petrol 7DCT options at highly competitive price points, enabling more customers to experience the ease of automatic mobility while further strengthening Sonet's leadership in the segment."
The Kia Sonet was first introduced in 2020 and has since become one of the most popular sub-4-metre SUVs in India. The model recently crossed the 5 lakh unit sales milestone, highlighting strong customer trust and demand.
Key highlights of the Sonet include 15+ standard safety features, Level 1 ADAS with 10 safety functions, and over 70 connected car features, enhancing both safety and convenience. Kia has also introduced a new Magma Red colour option, aimed at attracting younger buyers.
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