KIA Sonet

4.7 | 13 Reviews

The Kia Sonet combines sporty design with practicality, with a powerful 1.5L engine. It offers advanced tech, a spacious cabin and a well-equipped infotainment system, making it ideal for versatile driving needs.

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SAR 68,876 - 92,940 Price in Riyadh
Dp SAR 17,200 EMI : SAR 999 x 60
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Key Specs of KIA Sonet 2025

Transmission Type
Automatic
Seating Capacity
5 seats
Engine Displacement
1498 cc
Power
115Hp
Airbag
Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag
Safety
Central Locking, Lane Change Indicator
Specifications

3 Things to Know About Sonet

  • Front Cross Side View
    Front Cross Side View

    Compact SUV with rugged cladding and bold accents.

  • Headlight
    Headlight

    Crown jewel LED headlights with integrated DRLs.

  • Wheel
    Wheel

    16-inch alloy wheels with sporty design

KIA Sonet 2025 Updates

  • Mar 2, 2025 : Balance of affordability and premium features, Kia Sonet 2025 is priced from SAR 68,876 to SAR 92,940.
  • Jun 27, 2024 : Facelifted 2024-25 Sonet hits Saudi showrooms across all trims.
  • March 12, 2024: Kia holds a 7.3% market share in Saudi Arabia, driven by SUV models and expansion via National Marketing Company.

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KIA Sonet 2025 Price In Saudi Arabia

KIA Sonet price in Saudi Arabia starts from SAR 68,876 for base variant LX and goes up to SAR 92,940 for top-spec variant.The model is available in 4 variants with the automatic version price starting from SAR 68,876.

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LX SAR 68,876
Automatic, 1498 cc, 115Hp
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LX2 SAR 78,608
Automatic, 1498 cc, 115Hp
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EX 2Tone SAR 88,662
Automatic, 1498 cc, 115Hp
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EX SAR 92,940
Automatic, 1498 cc, 115Hp
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KIA Sonet Expert Review

The Sonet is a popular subcompact SUV from Kia in the Saudi Arabian market. This segment overall has been growing rapidly as more and more customers, previously buying sedans, are attracted to SUVs for their obvious benefits. And, so the segment has witnessed an increasing demand for high-ground clearance, capable and powerful, sporty SUVs. All top brands, including Hyundai, Kia, Jetour, Honda, Chery, and Toyota, are offering compelling options to buyers. 

KIA Sonet Full Side View

The Sonet made a strong entry into this segment, and over the last couple of years has made a significant impact by taking the leadership role within a short period of time by cornering a larger share of the SUV sales in KSA. Packed with a strong and capable engine promising awesome driving and superior overall sporty performance, complemented by a soft and smooth CVT transmission. The Sonet is a good city car, balancing performance, comfort and greater mileage (around 17.3 km/L), and equally suitable for highway driving too. 

Rear Cross Side View of KIA Sonet

What makes the Sonet a good choice for Saudi buyers is the combination of segment-best features, a premium cabin packed with great features for infotainment and connectivity. Besides top safety features, making is ideal for families.

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Interior

Just like the exterior, the Sonet shines when it comes to the interior. With a nice blend of high-quality material, an attractive design layout, with a whole premium feel. The cabin is focused on comfort and convenience, and looks simple, catering to the everyday commutes and even long road trips.

Design

Kia Sonet 2025 Dashboard

  • Even a compact SUV, but the cabin comes across as decent in size, complemented by soft-touch materials and a clean and functional dashboard layout.
  • The detailed vehicle information at the cockpit and a high-tech ambience make it elegant 
  • The superior quality faux leather upholstery mostly comes in all variants, gives an overall upmarket feel and luxury to the cabin
  • The funky and sporty digital cluster fits in nicely, which is quick to glance at and offers clear vehicle info.
  • The clean, simple and minimalistic design of the cabin makes it the best place to be in, quite friendly and welcoming too.

Driving Position

Kia Sonet 2025 Driver View

  • Commanding driving position makes you comfortable across all types of driving conditions
  • The height-adjustable driver seat and tilt-adjustable steering wheel allow you a personal choice of settings
  • The windows aren’t that big but provide you decent visibility and are easy to access with control on the door

Passenger Comfort

Kia Sonet 2025 Rear Seats

  • The seating capacity is five people, but frankly, four people would feel more comfortable in long road trip conditions. 
  • There is enough leg, head and shoulder room at the back
  • The ventilated front seats are a great comfort feature to have, especially during summer.
  • Air conditioning is quite strong, and with dual-zone automatic climate control, at rear AC vents provide quick and consistent cooling.
  • Then the passenger also gets power windows, sun shade and soft touch seat for a fatigue-free drive.
  • An electric sunroof would make people sitting in the back quite comfortable with the fresh light.

Storage

Kia Sonet 2025 Glovebox

  • The compact size of the Sonet means space is tight, but that doesn’t mean you struggle. Actually, there are a lot of Practical storage solutions in the cabin. 
  • Starting from a cooled compartment in the centre console for drinks.
  • The door pockets and glove box provide space for larger items like water bottles.
  • Additional cup holders and an overhead sunglasses holder for organised and easy access to belongings.

Boot Space

Kia Sonet 2025 Trunk

  • The Kia Sonet’s boot space isn’t very big, and understandably so, as this is a compact SUV. 
  • But 385 litres is enough for your everyday needs, be it groceries or small luggage
  • Additionally, extra space can be created by rear seat folding, which makes it flexible for family road trips.
  • The boot space isn’t the largest in the segment, but it is largely considered practical for urban users.

Safety

Kia Sonet 2025 Airbags

  • Driver and passenger airbags
  • Three-point pre-tensioned seat belts and an ISOFIX child seat.
  • Anti-lock Braking System and Electronic Brake-force Distribution
  • Vehicle Stability Management for stability during simultaneous braking and cornering.

Kia Sonet 2025 ADAS

  • ADAS Level 1 with 10 autonomous safety features, including Front Collision Avoidance Assist, Lane Keep Assist, Lane Departure Warning, and Front Collision Warning.
  • Tire Pressure Monitoring System alerts
  • A 360-degree camera and ultrasonic parking sensors.

Exterior

A glance at the Sonet quickly reveals that it looks a lot bigger than its rivals in the segment. Not just that, but it looks quite bold and rugged with modern design from and side profile. Essentially, its exterior design makes it distinctive and quite appealing to the Gen Z and families

Kia Sonet 2025 Front View

  • The 3,995 mm in length, 1,790 mm in width, and 1,610 mm in height make the Sonet quite sizable and give it an imposing road presence.

Kia Sonet 2025 Front View

  • At the front, the Kia’s Signature Tiger Nose Grille, complemented by Crown Jewel LED Headlamps and Star Map LED Daytime Running Lights, all of which make it attractive and also functional. The chiselled bumper enhances its sportiness, and so does the rear spoiler.

Kia Sonet 2025 Alloy Wheels

  • The style is further defined by its 16-inch sporty crystal-cut alloy wheels, fitted with all-wheel disc brakes

Kia Sonet 2025 Tail lights

  • Similarly, the rear is equally attractive, largely due to the Star Map LED connected tail lamps.
  • The Sonet offers a wide palette of vibrant colors including Glacier White Pearl, Sparkling Silver, Clear White, Pewter Olive, Intense Red, Aurora Black Pearl, Xclusive Matte Graphite, Imperial Blue, Gravity Gray, and dual-tone options like Glacier White Pearl with Aurora Black Pearl and Intense Red with Aurora Black Pearl, allowing buyers to personalize their vehicle

Engine & Fuel Consumption

Specification

Details

Engine

1.5L MPI, 4-cylinder

Power

115 ps

Transmission

Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT)

Drivetrain

2WD

Fuel Economy

17.0 km/l

Fuel Tank Capacity

45 litres

Ride and Handling

Now on to the most vital aspect, which is how the Sonet scores in terms of ride and handling, as it will determine whether you should go for it or not

Sonet Engine

  • The first impression of our drive is certainly positive, we discovered the Sonet is quite comfortable to drive in the city and highway, the engine revs well, and the torque is sufficient for your city driver as it absorbs most bumps well in our cities.
  • Quickly in our subsequent drives, you figured that the suspension does a great job of balancing comfort and control, and most of the city drivers will appreciate it.
  • But not everyone, at times, the suspension may feel a bit firm and noisy on some challenging terrain, but honestly, not often, but in extremely rare situations. 
  • On the handling of the Sonet, there is hardly anything to complain about, as we found out. It is super responsive, agile, and this will be quickly visible when you start to navigate bumper-to-bumper traffic or wish to park at tight spots. You’ll also like the fact that the Sonet is compact, and it is a huge relief to know how little space it needs in a situation like this. 
  • The steering is quite soft and lighter, and so you feel no pressure on driving, be it city or a longer highway drive, when you have the steering long time
  • Since this is a compact SUV, Kia has managed to keep the fun-to-drive elements with the Sonet by offering you a peppy engine and the excitement when you get those empty roads occasionally
  • To, basically, we felt quite content driving the Sonet, and there isn’t anything alarmingly wrong with this SUV. Rather, we have some positive feedback like a practical, exciting SUV which promises reliability, superb ride quality and sorted handling, which will be a big factor for prospective buyers in KSA.

Features

Sonet TachoMeter

  • A full 10.25-inch digital cluster shows clear, detailed vehicle information.

Kia Sonet Infotainment

  • A functional and seamless-to-use 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system with standard support for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
  • Bluetooth hands-free calling, multiple USB ports (front and rear), and wireless charging.
  • A high-quality, premium audio promises superior sound quality and improves the overall in-cabin experience.

Kia Sonet 2025 Sunroof

  • An electric Sunroof for openness.

Kia Sonet 2025 Steering Wheel

  • Steering Mounter controls with ADAS, cruise control, and remote engine start/stop.
  • To assist in parking ultrasonic sensors on front and rear bumpers.

Sonet gps navigator

  • A rear camera with dynamic for safe and easy parking.

Variant

Kia is retailing the Sonet in KSA with four variants, all get the same 1.5L engine and performance elements suitable for city and highway driving. Some of the standard features across all variants are CVT transmission, keyless entry, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, ABS with EBD, and a sleek infotainment system.

KIA Sonet Front Cross Side View

  • The LX is a base variant; you can buy it at an attractive price of SAR 68,876 with all the necessary features, with a comfortable cabin. Buyers looking for an extremely competitive price for Sonet should consider these variants.
  • The LX2 variant price shoots up by nearly SAR 10K, but for reasons that are worth considering. In this variant, you get additional features such as a 360-degree camera, electric sunroof, fabric seats, foldable rear seats with 60:40 split, and far more safety features, and so a lot loaded to take care of a superior overall experience.
  • The EX 2Tone variant starting at SAR 88,662, gets an attractive dual-tone exterior along with some top-end features like alloy pedals, glove box cooling, and some extra driver assistance features. This variant is for those buyers who want a more elegant and standard SUV equipped with some great exterior styling and an appealing look with a premium touch.
  • The top-tier EX, priced at SAR 92,940, a lot higher than the base variant, at this extra premium comes with fully-loaded features and adds extra refinement to the Sonet. So, if you’re in the market to spend money on a complete package, and don’t want to miss out on any key features, then the EX is your choice with the promise of full comfort, safety, and style.

Sayarabay Recommends: Anyone looking for a value variant of the Sonet, then it is not that difficult to recommend the LX2 for obvious reasons. At a very reasonable price, without spending that extra money, the LX2 gives you almost everything useful the SUV has on offer. Like a 360-degree camera, electric sunroof, and foldable rear seats, which are quick, frankly, necessary for ease of driving and navigating effortlessly inside the city. It actually is a perfect choice with modern tech and most comfort features without shelling out a lot of extra bucks. While the LX is more basic and a lot affordable, it misses out on some pretty essential features. Similarly, the EX 2Tone and EX variants are expensive as they come with premium and stylish features, which are good but not necessary if you are looking to save some money.

Verdict

This compact SUV is stylish, modern, bold and a perfect city SUV for small families or individual buyers. Like Kia is known for, the Sonet is well-equipped with advanced features, a 10.25-inch digital cluster, touchscreen infotainment supporting Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and safety features. Despite being a compact SUV, the cabin is quite spacious with a higher-quality interior and modern tech. This is further bolstered by ADAS Level 1 with multiple autonomous functions. The refined and performance-oriented powertrain promises great driving and handling for everyday city and highway cruising.

KIA Sonet Front Angle High View

Furthermore, Sonet is offered with a comprehensive safety package including airbags, ABS with EBD, and a 360-degree camera, ensuring you are safe. However, the suspension isn’t the smoothest, which makes the ride a bit stiff on rough terrains, but other than that, there is hardly any negative about the Sonet, and it comes out as the most obvious choice in its segment. All of this at a very reasonable price, and lower running and maintenance costs, hence making it a value for money package in KSA right now.

Other Cars to Consider

  • Hyundai Venue: A lot affordable but equally promising and stylish SUV loaded with features and tech.
  • Chevrolet Groove: A compact SUV that comes with a reliable engine, sophisticated tech and safety features at an extremely competitive price.
  • Chery Tiggo 4 Pro: A bargain in the segment with sporty design, capable powertrain and attractive design at a starting price of SAR 68,000.
  • GAC GS3 EMZOOM: A bold and sporty-looking SUV, promises peppy performance and great comfort with superior infotainment and safety
  • Toyota Urban Cruiser: An elegant-looking, rugged SUV in the segment that comes with Toyota’s promise of reliability, lower running costs and is packed with features at a reasonably attractive price.

Compare Variants Of KIA Sonet

  • Petrol
  • Sonet LX
    SAR 68,876 Price
    Base Variant Features
    • Petrol
    • Automatic
    • Air Conditioner
    • Power Steering
    • Engine Start/Stop Button
    • Accessory Power Outlet
    • Cruise Control
    • Multi-function Steering Wheel
    • Bluetooth Connectivity
    • Power Windows Front
    • Low Fuel Warning Light
    • Adjustable Seats
    • Cup Holders-Front
    • Bottle Holder
    • Anti-Lock Braking System
    • Central Locking
    • Driver Airbag
    • Passenger Airbag
    • Rear Seat Belts
    • Seat Belt Warning
    • Door Ajar Warning
    • Day & Night Rear View Mirror
    • Adjustable Headlights
    • Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
    • Integrated Antenna
    • Heater
    • Digital Clock
    • Keyless Entry
    • Ebd
    • Automatic Headlamps
    • Rear Camera
    • Power Door Locks
    • Centre Console Armrest
    • Lane Change Indicator
    • Usb charger
    • Android Auto
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  • Sonet LX2
    SAR 78,608 Price
     
    • Petrol
    • Automatic
  • Sonet EX 2Tone
    SAR 88,662 Price
    + 4 Additional Feature(s)
    • Petrol
    • Automatic
    • Automatic Climate Control
    • Sun Roof
    • Moon Roof
    • Apple Carplay
  • Sonet EX
    SAR 92,940 Price
    + 1 Additional Feature(s)
    • Petrol
    • Automatic
    • Brake Assist

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Transmission Type Automatic
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DCT
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Automatic
Engine Displacement 1498
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Power 115Hp
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270Nm@1400-4500rpm
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User Reviews of KIA Sonet

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4.7/5 Very Good based on 13 reviews
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  • Powerful compact SUV

    I've been using the Kia Sonet for the last one year mostly in Jeddah, my first ever SUV for everyday office commuting, so most city drivers, but...

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    Mansoor Jul 01, 2025
  • My compact SUV for everyday drive

    Been using the Kia sonnet for a year now, and this is my first ever SUV, after using a hatchback for years. Overall the experience has been positive....

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    Fazli May 28, 2025
  • Sonet is mix of Style, Tech and performance

    The Kia Sonet, the compact SUV has so many positive elements that makes it quite a suitable car in its segment. For me it mixes good design, tech and...

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    Amar Apr 25, 2025
  • The Best choice in a compact SUV segment

    The Kia Sonet is a top choice in the compact SUV segment, known for its practicality and style. It boasts a 1.5L diesel engine that balances fuel...

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    Mohammad Mar 22, 2025
  • Good compact SUV

    I've been using the sonet for the last six months, and after about two months, I started to notice the significant drop in the mileage with...

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    Uthman Jan 09, 2025
  • Safety and powerful

    Being a Sonet owner for the last 8 months, this is my first new car as I mostly drove used one. And, the experience with the Kia Sonet makes me feel...

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    Ziyad Dec 20, 2024
  • Value for money sub compact SUV

    Originally I was looking to buy the Creta but bought home the Sonet which wasn’t even in my list. But after a test drive I just liked this Kia...

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    Sabith Nov 20, 2024
  • A value-for-money compact SUV.

    After a close tie-up with Seltos, my budget forced me to go with Sonet, naturally I wanted a bigger car and was not sure what compromise it would...

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    Usman Oct 17, 2024
  • Practical and Smart Choice Kia Sonet

    KIA sonet is a great compact SUV with loads of practicality. The car has many great features in its segment. The car comes with a good ground...

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    Afaf Aug 03, 2024
  • Kia Sonet is a value buy in the compact SUV segment

    The Sonet compact SUV is value buy at SAR 80K for regular use if you have small family. One of my friend is owns the Sonet for over a year now, and I...

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    Abbas Jul 19, 2024
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What is the KIA Sonet 2025 Lowest Monthly Installment?

The lowest monthly installment for KIA Sonet starts from SAR 999 for 60 months with DP SAR 17,200.

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What is the Alloy Wheel Size of KIA Sonet?

The KIA Sonet Alloy Wheel Size is 16Inch .

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Does the KIA Sonet have Anti Lock Braking System?

Yes, the new KIA Sonet has Anti Lock Braking System.

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Yes, The KIA Sonet has driver airbag , passenger airbag.

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