Hyundai Sonata
Hyundai Sonata
Base
SAR 101,950
KIA K8
KIA K8
LX
SAR 158,607
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Hyundai Sonata vs KIA K8 Comparison

Overview: Sonata vs KIA K8

Key Features

Central Locking Yes Yes
Driver Airbag Yes Yes
Passenger Airbag Yes Yes
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Lane Change Indicator Yes Yes
Parking Sensors Rear Front and Rear
Top Speed 194 Km/h -
Power 253Hp@4000rpm 297Hp
Seating Capacity - 5 seats
Engine Displacement - 3498 cc
Torque - 359Nm
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User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.9/5
8 reviews
4.7/5
18 reviews
User Review Comparison
  • High-end sedan with modern look

    Hyundai has some of the most desirable and best looking sedans in its portfolio. The Sonata is one such in the premium segment with high-end cabin and best to drive, packed with a stylish and a 2.5L engine, known for its performance, it has been nicely tuned and refined. The Sonata is a big sedan but still the fuel efficient engine promises nearly 16 km of mileage. Best place to be in is the superbly spacious cabin which gets touchscreen, smart safety systems, and very quiet. Sonata is best in the city mostly but if you go on the highway, it offers you a comfortable driver.

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    Ashraf Jul 02, 2025
  • Stylish and Premium SUV

    I wanted to buy a sedan which is stylish yet premium and the KIA K8 has everything I was seeking for. The KIA K8 is a premium midsize sedan that blends luxury, technology, and performance. The high-quality interior with advanced infotainment with high hp power delivers smooth acceleration and responsive handling. The K8’s ride quality is comfortable, absorbing road imperfections well, making it suitable for both city driving and highway cruising. My daughter loves its cabin and she enjoys the serene view from the sunroof whenever we go on trips.

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    B
    Bahir Jul 02, 2025

From The Experts

Things we like

Excellent value for money with advanced features for the price 

Nice interior, good headroom and luggage space

Decent fuel economy of 12.5 km/L

Reasonable maintenance costs 

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Things we don't like

Rear seat space can feel cramped 

Some reliability concerns from earlier generations

Premium trims get pricey 

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Engine & Transmission

No Of Cylinders 4 6
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Emission Yes Yes
Gear Box -- 8 Speed SBW
Engine -- 3.5L TGDI

Performance

Power 253Hp@4000rpm 297Hp
Top Speed 194 Km/h --
Fuel Consumption 16.6 kmpl 13.2 kmpl
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Engine Displacement -- 3498 cc
Torque -- 359Nm
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Dimensions & Capacity

Length 4910 MM 5050 MM
Width 1860 MM 1880 MM
Height 1445 MM 1455 MM
Wheel Base 2840 MM 2895 MM
Gross Weight 2035 Kg --
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) -- 60 L
No Of Doors -- 4
Seating Capacity -- 5 seats
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Suspension, Steering , Brakes & Tyres

Steering Type Electric Electric
Alloy Wheel Size Yes 18 Inch
Tyre Size 19 Inch --
Tyre Type Radial Tubeless Radial Tubeless
Front Brake Type Ventilated Disc Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type Disc Disc
Adjustable Steering Column -- Tilt and telescopic
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Interior

Instrument Cluster Display Size -- 12.3 inch

Safety & Security

Central Locking Yes Yes
Passenger Airbag Yes Yes
Power Door Locks Yes Yes
Driver Airbag Yes Yes
Anti-Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Ebd Yes Yes
Rear Seat Belts Yes Yes
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts Yes Yes
Parking Sensors Rear Rear Front and Rear Front and Rear
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes --
Traction Control Yes --
Engine Immobilizer Yes --
Lane Change Indicator Yes Yes
Parking Assist Yes --
Speed Sensing Door Locks Yes Yes
Curtain Airbags Yes Yes
Fire Extinguisher Yes Yes
First Aid Kit Yes Yes
Side Airbag-Front -- Yes
Child Safety Locks -- Yes
Rear Camera -- Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor -- Yes
Blind Spot Warning -- Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control -- Yes
Auto Hold -- Yes
Driver Knee Airbag -- Yes
Electric Parking Brake -- Yes
Lane Tracing Assist -- Yes
Advance Safety Feature -- Lane Following Assist, Front Collision Avoidance Assist Lane Following Assist, Front Collision Avoidance Assist
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Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner Yes Yes
Power Windows Front Yes Yes
Automatic Climate Control Yes Yes
Air Quality Control Yes Yes
Heater Yes Yes
Adjustable Seats Yes Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat Yes Yes
Automatic Headlamps Yes Yes
Accessory Power Outlet Yes Yes
Power Steering Yes Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Foldable Rear Seat Yes --
Low Fuel Warning Light Yes Yes
Rear Seat Headrest Yes Yes
Cup Holders-Front Yes Yes
Bottle Holder Yes Yes
Vanity Mirror Yes --
Usb charger Yes Yes
Remote key Yes --
Remote Engine Start Yes Yes
Centre Console Armrest Yes Yes
Power Windows Rear -- Yes
Rear A/C Vents -- Yes
Engine Start/Stop Button -- Yes
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror -- Yes
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle -- Yes
Seat Lumbar Support -- Yes
Keyless Entry -- Yes
Power Driver Seat -- Yes
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Entertainment & Communication

Touch Screen Yes Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity Yes Yes
CD Player Yes --
USB & Auxiliary Input Yes Yes
Speakers Front Yes Yes
Speakers Rear Yes Yes
Portable Charging Cable Yes Yes
Apple Carplay Yes Yes
Android Auto Yes --
FM/AM/Radio -- Yes
Navigation System -- Yes
Voice Control -- Yes
Touch Screen Size -- 12.3 Inch 12.3 Inch
Rear LCD Screen -- Yes
Rear LCD Screen Size -- 12.3 Inch 12.3 Inch
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Exterior

Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Alloy Wheels Yes Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator Yes --
Integrated Antenna Yes --
Headlamp Type LED LED LED LED
Shark fin antenna Yes --
Tail Lamp Type LED LED LED LED
Rain Sensing Wiper -- Yes
Rear Window Defogger -- Yes
LED DRL -- Yes
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Miscellaneous

Tacho Meter Yes Yes
Leather Seats Yes Yes
Leather Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Digital Odometer Yes Yes
Spare Wheel Yes Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter -- Yes
Additional Features -- Parking Distance Warning, High-performance Damper Shock Absorber Parking Distance Warning, High-performance Damper Shock Absorber
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Interior

Digital Clock Yes Yes

KIA K8 vs Rivals

Hyundai Sonata vs KIA K8 FAQs

Is Hyundai Sonata safer than KIA K8?

Sonata safety features: Central Locking, Passenger Airbag, Power Door Locks, Driver Airbag, Anti-Lock Braking System, Ebd, Rear Seat Belts, Seat Belt Warning, Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts, Door Ajar Warning, Cruise Control, Traction Control, Engine Immobilizer, Lane Change Indicator, Parking Assist, Speed Sensing Door Locks, Curtain Airbags, Fire Extinguisher and First Aid Kit

K8 safety features: Central Locking, Passenger Airbag, Side Airbag-Front, Power Door Locks, Child Safety Locks, Driver Airbag, Anti-Lock Braking System, Ebd, Rear Seat Belts, Seat Belt Warning, Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts, Rear Camera, Tyre Pressure Monitor, Door Ajar Warning, Lane Change Indicator, Blind Spot Warning, Adaptive Cruise Control, Auto Hold, Speed Sensing Door Locks, Curtain Airbags, Driver Knee Airbag, Electric Parking Brake, Lane Tracing Assist, Fire Extinguisher and First Aid Kit

The KIA K8 has higher number of sefety features than Sonata, hence KIA K8 is more safer than Hyundai Sonata.

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Which Car offers better comfort features: Sonata or K8?

Below is the list of comfort features from both cars.
Sonata: Air Conditioner, Power Windows Front, Automatic Climate Control, Air Quality Control, Heater, Adjustable Seats, Height Adjustable Driver Seat, Automatic Headlamps, Accessory Power Outlet, Power Steering, Multi-function Steering Wheel, Foldable Rear Seat, Low Fuel Warning Light, Rear Seat Headrest, Cup Holders-Front, Bottle Holder, Vanity Mirror, Centre Console Armrest, Remote key, Remote Engine Start and Usb charger

K8: Air Conditioner, Power Windows Front, Power Windows Rear, Automatic Climate Control, Air Quality Control, Heater, Rear A/C Vents, Engine Start/Stop Button, Adjustable Seats, Height Adjustable Driver Seat, Electric Folding Rear View Mirror, Automatic Headlamps, Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle, Accessory Power Outlet, Power Steering, Multi-function Steering Wheel, Low Fuel Warning Light, Rear Seat Headrest, Cup Holders-Front, Seat Lumbar Support, Bottle Holder, Keyless Entry, Centre Console Armrest, Usb charger, Remote Engine Start and Power Driver Seat

The KIA K8 has higher number of comfort features than Sonata, hence KIA K8 is more comfortable than Hyundai Sonata.

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Which is bigger Sonata or K8?

The Sonata dimensions are 4910 MM length, 1860 MM width, 1445 MM height while the K8 dimensions are 5050 MM length, 1880 MM width, 1455 MM height. Hence the K8 is more longer more wider and more higher.

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