[rahul412]

Originally Posted by wolf_lone

Looks aggressive.... Can 360 Camera be added as addon from KIA for HTX+ model??

I dont think its possible. No manufacturer currently offering 360 Camera as an official accessory. I am in the same boat, want 360 camera but dont want to go for GTX+. Its an important feature and should be offered in lower trims as well.

[ashvek3141]

Originally Posted by rahul412

I am in the same boat, want 360 camera but dont want to go for GTX+.

With the latest FL's iterations, Kia is clearly going for profits and skimming on features on the lower variants. They've employed the same strategy for the Seltos where the top-of-the-line GTX+ & X-Line are loaded to the gills and HTX / HTX+ are pretty much losing on many note-worthy features. The exact reason why majority of the folks are opting for either GTX+ or X-Line trims.

They've even added a few important features in the X-Line and have differentiated the same from the GTX+ but at the cost of the Matte paint finish (which isn't very easy to maintain).

[wolf_lone]

Originally Posted by rahul412

I dont think its possible. No manufacturer currently offering 360 Camera as an official accessory. I am in the same boat, want 360 camera but dont want to go for GTX+. Its an important feature and should be offered in lower trims as well.

Then aftermarket is the only option. I had seen some videos of this on YT installed on same 10.25" MID in current Sonet. Don't know how good they will perform since there are so many variations out there. MT should have been continued till GTX+ as a select variant. Or atleast HTX+ should have 360 cam but since its a part of ADAS suit & it can only work on automatics I guess it was dropped completely.

Originally Posted by ashvek3141

They've even added a few important features in the X-Line and have differentiated the same from the GTX+ but at the cost of the Matte paint finish (which isn't very easy to maintain).

I thought they added few cosmetic changes to make it look different from GTX+. What important features are there in X-Line ?

[ashvek3141]

Originally Posted by wolf_lone

I thought they added few cosmetic changes to make it look different from GTX+. What important features are there in X-Line ?

For sure the X-line has a better scheme of interior (more pleasing to eyes , than the all black). Heads-up display and now limiting the all-windows up/down feature only to X-line.

I don't understand, why can't they simply restrict the X-line variant as a 'Special edition' , just like how it was launched initially. That matte finish paint is a deal breaker for many.

[searacer932]

Originally Posted by ashvek3141

For sure the X-line has a better scheme of interior (more pleasing to eyes , than the all black). Heads-up display and now limiting the all-windows up/down feature only to X-line.

I don't understand, why can't they simply restrict the X-line variant as a 'Special edition' , just like how it was launched initially. That matte finish paint is a deal breaker for many.

Agreed, the matte finish is 100% difficult to maintain. A separate maintenance budget has to be set aside to maintain matte finish. If Kia had differentiated on features list between GTX+ and X-Line then it's a poor decision by them. They will lose customers to their competition.

[wolf_lone]

It seems 1.5 Diesel MT will not get ventilated seats according to leaked brochure...

[ashvek3141]

Originally Posted by wolf_lone

It seems 1.5 Diesel MT will not get ventilated seats according to leaked brochure...

It is no surprise that Kia / Hyundai’s variant-wise feature distribution has always been a mess ! Expect nothing different this time too.

[wolf_lone]

Originally Posted by ashvek3141

It is no surprise that Kia / Hyundai’s variant-wise feature distribution has always been a mess ! Expect nothing different this time too.

Even 4 way Power driver seat is only available in 1.5 D iMT transmission for HTX+ not in other HTX+ transmissions. Its very illogical to cut features in same trim for different transmission options.

[TusharK]

Rumour: Kia Sonet facelift bookings to open on December 20

Kia is all set to unveil the Sonet facelift tomorrow. Recent rumours suggest pre-bookings are likely to commence on December 20, 2023.



The Sonet facelift gets a redesigned front fascia with a new set of LED headlights, C-shaped LED daytime running lights, and a reworked front grille and bumper. The rear features vertical taillamp clusters connected by an LED light bar similar to the Seltos.



The Sonet will also receive a few changes on the interior. The crossover will be equipped with a touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a Bose audio system and a semi-digital instrument cluster. Higher variants of the Sonet will be offered with Level 1 ADAS.



Mechanically, the updated Sonet will be identical to the outgoing version. It will carry forward the existing 1.2-litre petrol, 1.0-litre turbo-petrol and 1.5-litre diesel engines. Transmission options include a 5-speed manual, 6-speed manual, 6-speed iMT, 6-speed automatic and a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic.

Source: Carwale

Link to Team-BHP News

[ZenMaster]

Only thing missing is a Mahindra Badge in the front and an XUV300 badge at the Back.

Tiger nose front design seems to have evolved into a Cheetah.

[SJ1211]

Looks fresh and ready to roll! Sorry haters.. have to disagree doesn't look anything like the XUV300.

[Venkatesh]

Kia India has revealed the Sonet facelift.

Sonet now comes with the signature 'Star Map' lighting concept with new LED DRLs, LED Headlamps, and a refreshed grille.









Pre-bookings for the facelifted Sonet will open on December 20th, 2023.



Comes in 3 lines and 5 transmission options. The Diesel Manual option makes a comeback with this facelift





Sonet facelift will get 25 safety features and 10 ADAS features.



The facelifted Sonet will get 6 airbags as standard. All products in the Kia India lineup now get 6 airbags in India.



The K-code which gives access to priority bookings for existing Kia owners can be used to book the new Sonet as well.

[the.dogfather]

Originally Posted by Venkatesh

The facelifted Sonet will come with 6 airbags, which will be standard across all variants.

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The image shared shows a 3 row seating layout. Strange they missed out on such a detail in the presentation.

[ashvek3141]

Originally Posted by the.dogfather

The image shared shows a 3 row seating layout. Strange they missed out on such a detail in the presentation.

Its' a Carens image, not Sonet.

[rahul412]

Originally Posted by the.dogfather

The image shared shows a 3 row seating layout. Strange they missed out on such a detail in the presentation.

Its not about Sonet, they were sharing the info that all Kia cars now equipped with 6 air bags. This image was shown in that context.