Kia Sonet Mileage
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The Sonet diesel manual is the mileage champion at 24.1 kmpl. The diesel automatic follows at 19 kmpl. All three petrol options, the 1.2 litre and both turbo gearboxes, share an 18.4 kmpl rating. Real numbers drop in heavy traffic and with a hard right foot. See which Sonet trim carries each engine before you decide.
Best mileage (ARAI)
24.1 kmpl
Diesel
Real-world est.
≈ 20 kmpl
everyday driving
Most efficient
HTK+ Diesel
top of the range
Mileage is how far the Sonet travels on one litre of fuel (or one kg of CNG). A bigger number means you spend less on fuel. Carmakers quote an ARAI lab figure; in real driving you get a bit less, so both are shown below.
- Diesel · ManualMost efficient
24.1 kmpl
≈ 20 real-world
- Diesel · Automatic
19 kmpl
≈ 16 real-world
- Petrol · Manual
18.4 kmpl
≈ 15 real-world
- Petrol · iMT
18.4 kmpl
≈ 15 real-world
- Petrol · DCT
18.4 kmpl
≈ 15 real-world
What will fuel cost you?
Drag to your yearly driving and see the running cost. Based on the real-world estimate.
Per month
₹4,750
Per year
₹57,000
Per km
₹4.8
Diesel, about 20 kmpl at ₹95/L. Estimate only.
Yearly fuel cost by fuel type
5 easy ways to get better mileage
Small habits add up to real fuel savings on your Sonet.
- 1Keep tyres at the right pressureSoft tyres drag and burn more fuel. Check them once a month.
- 2Go easy on the pedalSmooth acceleration and braking beat quick starts and hard stops.
- 3Don't carry dead weightAn empty boot and roof help. Extra load means extra fuel.
- 4Use the AC wiselyAt city speeds the AC adds load. On the highway, closed windows help.
- 5Service on timeA clean air filter and fresh oil keep the engine sipping, not gulping.
Kia Sonet mileage: common questions
Which Sonet has the best mileage?
The 1.5 litre diesel manual at 24.1 kmpl. It is well ahead of the petrol trims on the rated cycle.
What mileage does the Sonet petrol give?
The 1.2 litre petrol and both 1.0 litre turbo gearboxes are rated at 18.4 kmpl on the test cycle.
How efficient is the Sonet diesel automatic?
It returns 19 kmpl, lower than the diesel manual's 24.1 kmpl but still strong for an automatic SUV.