· Offered first to Indian customers, Kia Sonet pre-bookings officially open on 20th August at 00:00 AM
· Customers can book Sonet from all Kia dealerships pan-India and also online at Kia Motors India website www.kia.com/in
· Bold and distinctive design of the Sonet reflects Kia’s powerful design DNA, for spirited and young-at-heart consumers
· Sonet is offered in two trim options with a wide choice of powertrains, including the revolutionary intelligent-Manual Transmission and first-in-class diesel six-speed automatic
· Sonet boasts of segment first features like Front row ventilated seats, 10.25 inch AVNT and Smart Pure Air with virus protect
· Comes equipped with industry leading 57 UVO Connect features including voice assist, and Over-the-air (OTA) map updates.
(New Delhi) August 19, 2020 – Kia Motors India, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Kia Motors Corporation, today announced the commencement of pre-bookings for its all-new smart urban compact SUV Sonet, beginning 20th August 2020 at 00:00 AM. Pre-bookings can be done through Kia dealerships across the country or online on Kia Motors India’s official website www.kia.com/in for a token amount of INR 25,000. Sonet, just like the Seltos, is yet another India centric product which will be offered in global markets as well. Notably, in phase 1, the vehicle is being manufactured only in India and offered to Indian customers first followed by export to over 70 markets including Middle-East and Africa, Latin America and Asia.
Mr. Kookhyun Shim, Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer, Kia Motors India said, “The Sonet is Kia’s answer to customers in the compact SUV segment who want style and substance, quality and features, performance and technology, comfort and safety in one compelling package. The Sonet has been engineered and built with Indian inputs and is a global model for Kia from India. India is the first country in the world where the Sonet goes on sale, and with the commencement of pre-bookings, we are confident our smart urban compact SUV will be warmly received in the country.”
Manufactured at Kia’s state-of-the-art production facility at Anantapur, Andhra Pradesh, the much-awaited Sonet marks a defining chapter for Kia Motors India and in the growing compact SUV segment. The production version of Sonet was shown globally for the first time at its World Premiere on August 7, 2020, impressing audiences with its bold and dynamic design, high-quality interiors, 30+ segment-best features, a wide choice of powertrains. Sonet is offered with Kia’s signature UVO Connect suite of technologies, with a range of 57 features for owners offering convenience, remote control, navigation, safety, security and vehicle management. This also includes Kia’s UVO Voice Assist feature, which responds to the greeting, “Hello, Kia.”
While the prices of the multiple Sonet variants will be announced shortly, customers can in the meanwhile book the compact SUV of their dreams via multiple options that Kia Motors India offers. Importantly, to offer a safe and hassle-free experience, Kia Motors India ensures a completely paperless, contactless digital platform for the new car buying process end-to-end. Kia pioneered this feature right at the inception of its retail business in August 2019.
The all-new Sonet incorporates Kia’s DNA of emotive styling along with a premium and youthful appeal to create a strong road presence. On the inside, the Sonet is designed around the driver, with a well laid-out, easy-to-use connected infotainment and cluster interface, and high-quality materials all around. Despite its compact exterior dimensions, the interior of the Sonet offers ample, ergonomic space for all occupants.
The Kia Sonet, upon launch, will be offered in a dual trim concept of Tech Line and GT-Line with multiple powertrain options to suit virtually all requirements in this segment. A choice of two gasoline engines – a versatile Smartstream 1.2-litre four-cylinder and powerful 1.0 T-GDi (turbocharged gasoline direct injection) – and an efficient 1.5-litre CRDi diesel engine are available with a choice of five transmissions. This includes five and six-speed manuals, an intuitive seven-speed DCT six-speed automatic, and Kia’s revolutionary new six-speed intelligent Manual Transmission (iMT). The latter is a technological breakthrough offering fatigue-free driving with its clutch pedal-less gearbox yet giving the same driver control as a conventional manual transmission. Also, for the first time in this segment, the diesel engine variant of the Sonet comes with a choice of a six-speed automatic transmission.
In addition to this, the Kia Sonet comes loaded with multiple segment-first features offering complete comfort, convenience, safety and optimum driving pleasure to customers. This includes:
· Largest and best-in-class 10.25-inch (26.03 cm) HD touchscreen with navigation and live traffic
· Smart Pure Air Purifier with virus protection
· BOSE Premium seven-speaker audio with sub-woofer
· Ventilated driver and front-passenger seats
· LED Sound Mood Lighting
· Remote engine start for automatic and manual transmission via UVO Connect and Smart Key
· Over-the-air (OTA) map updates
· Multi-drive & traction modes and grip control for automatic models
· Wireless smartphone charger with cooling function
It also comes comprehensively equipped with an array of safety features, including six airbags, ABS (anti-lock braking system) with EBD (electronic brake force distribution), ESC (Electronic Stability Control), HAC (Hill-start Assist Control), VSM (Vehicle Stability Management) and BA (brake assist) and more.
About Kia Motors India (KMI)
In April 2017, Kia Motors signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the State Government of Andhra Pradesh, India, to build a new manufacturing facility in Anantapur District. Construction of Kia Motors’ first manufacturing facility in India has been completed and commenced the mass production in August 2019. The manufacturing facility has an annual production capacity of approximately 300,000 units. Kia Motors has made a mark in India with its first product – the Seltos establishing itself as a trusted brand with record bookings of 6,046 on the first day of bookings. Kia Motors India has the widespread network of 265 customer touchpoints, in 160 cities across Tier 1, 2 and 3 cities in India.
For more information about Kia Motors India, please visit www.kia.com/in
About Kia Motors Corporation
Kia Motors (www.kia.com) is a maker of world-class quality vehicles for the young-at-heart. Founded in 1944, Kia today sells around 3 million vehicles a year in over 190 countries, with 52,000 employees worldwide, annual revenues of over KRW 58 trillion (about US$50 billion) and manufacturing facilities in six countries. Kia is spearheading the transition to electric vehicles and pursuing mobility services to help tackle urban challenges around the world. The company's brand slogan – "The Power to Surprise" – represents Kia’s global commitment to surprise the world with exciting, inspiring experiences that go beyond expectations.
For more information, please visit the Kia Motors Global Media Center at www.kianewscenter.com
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