The Kia Sonet is a trendy and feature-laden compact SUV that continues to be a hit with Indian buyers looking for creativity and value. Following the September 2025 GST revision, prices of the Sonet have dropped across the country. This is effective in allowing customers to access the premium features and better outfitted trims for a noticeable difference in value, and creates a new value and affordability benchmark.
Kia Sonet New Price After GST Price Cut: GTX+ Diesel AT Sees Biggest Drop
Thanks to the new GST rules, it means the Kia Sonet is now up to ₹1.64 lakh cheaper, being deepest in its premium GTX+ 1.5 Diesel AT variant. Prices for the entry-level HTE 1.2 Petrol Manual starts at ₹7.30 lakh. Thus, the Sonet becomes attractive for those shopping in the cost-conscious segment looking to access higher level safety and creature comforts. Discounts on all trims of the Sonet averaged around 8.7% for entry level options and over 10% for the top variants—this discounts on all trims are a notable shift as each variant sees a lower ex-showroom price.
Kia Sonet GST Price Cut: Old and New Price List
Let’s review each variant's prices after and previous of the GST change:
Petrol Variants
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Diesel Variants
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GST benefits for Kia cars
— Vineeth K (@DealsDhamaka) September 8, 2025
Sonet - 1.64L
Carnival - 4.48L
These numbers make us realise how much GST we were paying to date & how much more we are continuing to pay…
But hey, also Remember the day India slept well during the Ops Sindoor, more power to our country ❤️ pic.twitter.com/YqHlSOkrJl
Kia Sonet New Price State & Citywise
Across India, pricing for the cheapest Sonet variant (HTE 1.2 Petrol Manual) has fallen significantly across all major regions. Local costs may apply, but the recent GST cut aligned base pricing of Sonet a tremendous amount.
Major States
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Major Cities
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There are uniform pricing across cities for a base variant, however there are variations in regional taxes and charges at registration and during insurance.
Kia Sonet 2025 Specifications & Features
Below is a list of specifications and features from the latest Kia Sonet available after the GST cut and is giving the best value to buyers.
Engine & Performance
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Dimensions & Capacity
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Safety
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Six airbags standard in higher trims.
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ABS with EBD and Brake Assist across all variants.
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Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and Hill Assist Control (HAC).
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Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) in top trims (includes Collision Avoidance Assist, Lane Keep Assist, Lane Departure Warning).
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All-wheel disc brakes for superior stopping power.
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Blind View Monitor & 360-degree camera system in top models.
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Emergency Stop Signal (ESS).
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Parking sensors: front and rear.
Comfort & Convenience
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Automatic climate control
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Rear AC vents
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Air purifier with display
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Ventilated front seats (select trims)
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4-way powered driver seat in top trims
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Height adjustable driver seat
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Sunroof (panoramic in select variants)
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Smart Key with engine start/stop
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Cruise control
Infotainment & Connectivity
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10.25-inch full HD touchscreen in upper trims; 8-inch touchscreen in base/mid variants.
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Wired and wireless support for Apple CarPlay & Android Auto.
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Built-in navigation, Bluetooth, and connected car tech.
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Four speakers and two tweeters setup in most trims.
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Wireless charger and USB-C fast charging ports.
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Digital driver’s display with customizable themes.
Kia Sonet After New GST Price: Impact on Market and Rivals
Revised GST percentages benefitting the consumer are now giving the Kia Sonet a powerful challenge against competitors like Tata Nexon, Hyundai Venue, and Maruti Brezza, with a more aggressive entry price for lower trim levels and increased comfort and features, the Kia Sonet is a strong value proposition for Indian families, young professionals, and city-based consumers. This price structure and value to the customer will drive market share gains for Kia, and may compel competitive market participants to take action in down-pricing their products or re-valuing them with more content, instigating a renewed period of more consumer benefit in the segment.
Kia Syros’s real competition lies within the showroom itself, the Sonet and the Seltos, rather than its actual rivals outside.
— Sunderdeep - Volklub (@volklub) August 21, 2025
Sales have nosedived due to the unavailability of the 1.2 NA (the common customer doesn’t understand the 1.0 Turbo) and its uninspiring design. pic.twitter.com/8I70Sq9GOo
Conclusion
The GST reduction of September 2025 will provide the Kia Sonet with a concrete price advantage in the compact SUV segment. Consumers are receiving prices that have been economically reduced since the outset, as well as a higher-equipped variant and more features for a more sensible investment proposition, making the Sonet a tier-one value vehicle.
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