Affordable Luxury: Kia’s HTE(O) and HTK(O) Variants Bring Sunroof Feature to Common Man’s Reach
Kia India has once again set the bar high in the compact SUV segment with the introduction of four new variants to the Sonet lineup, including the HTE(O) and HTK(O) models. These additions not only expand the range of options but also bring the much-coveted sunroof feature to entry and mid-level variants, making luxury more accessible to the common man.
🆕 New Additions to the Sonet Family 🆕 Variants Galore: With the introduction of the HTE(O) and HTK(O) variants, among others, the Sonet lineup now boasts a total of 23 trims, catering to a wide range of preferences and needs. ☀️ Sunroof Season: The HTE(O) and HTK(O) variants now offer the luxury of a sunroof, allowing drivers and passengers to enjoy the sky, whether it’s a bright sunny day or a starlit night.
🔧 Specs & Splendor 🔧 🚗 Power Packed: Equipped with 1.2L petrol and 1.5L diesel engines, these new variants promise the same reliability and performance that the Sonet is known for. 💡 Bright Features: The HTK(O) variant comes with connected LED tail lamps, fully automatic climate control, and a rear defogger, ensuring every drive is comfortable and safe.
💨 All-Window Safety and More 💨 🛡️ Safety Upgraded: The GTX+ and HTX+ variants now feature an all-windows up/down safety feature, emphasizing passenger security alongside convenience. 🔄 Refreshed Lineup: Following the trend of refreshing popular models like the Seltos and Carens, Kia has reshuffled the Sonet’s variant lineup, introducing new features for an enhanced driving experience.
💸 Pricing & Options 💸
With a starting price of ₹799,000 (ex-showroom, Pan India) for the base HTE variant, the Sonet continues to offer exceptional value. The range includes manual and automatic transmissions across various trims, topped with the X-line variants for those seeking the ultimate style statement.
| Engine | Transmission | Trim | Price (Ex-sh Pan India) |
| Smartstream G1.2 | 5MT | HTE | 799,000 |
| HTE (O) | 819,000 | ||
| HTK | 889,000 | ||
| HTK (O) | 924,900 | ||
| HTK+ | 999,900 | ||
| Smartstream G1.0T-GDi | iMT | HTK+ | 1,055,900 |
| HTX | 1,155,900 | ||
| HTX+ | 1,349,900 | ||
| 7DCT | HTX | 1,235,900 | |
| GTX+ | 1,454,900 | ||
| X-line | 1,474,900 | ||
| 1.5L CRDi VGT | 6MT | HTE | 979,900 |
| HTE (O) | 999,900 | ||
| HTK | 1,049,900 | ||
| HTK (O) | 1,084,900 | ||
| HTK+ | 1,144,900 | ||
| HTX | 1,209,900 | ||
| HTX+ | 1,379,900 | ||
| 6iMT | HTX | 1,269,900 | |
| HTX+ | 1,449,900 | ||
| 6AT | HTX | 1,309,900 | |
| GTX+ | 1,554,900 | ||
| X-line | 1,574,900 |
🎨 Color Me New 🎨 🖌️ Fresh Palette: The HTE and HTK variants now offer three new color schemes – Aurora Black Pearl, Imperial Blue, and Pewter Olive, allowing customers to personalize their Sonet to match their style.
🗣️ Kia’s Commitment 🗣️ 🌟 Elevating Experiences: Myung-sik Sohn, Kia India’s Chief Sales and Business Officer, emphasizes the brand’s commitment to making premium features more accessible, driven by positive feedback from the market.
