Kia Sonet
Kia Sonet
1.5 LX MT
₱778,000
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Tesla Model Y
Tesla Model Y
Rear Wheel Drive
₱2.369 Million
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Kia Sonet vs Tesla Model Y Comparison

Overview: Sonet vs Model Y

Key Features

Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Engine Displacement 1497 cc -
Power 113 hp 295 hp
Fuel Type Gasoline Electric
Battery Capacity - 60 kWh
Driving Range - 466 km
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User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.38/5
13 reviews
4.33/5
3 reviews
Design
5  
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Comfort
4  
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Performance
5  
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Safety
4  
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User Review Comparison
  • Striking inside and out

    Despite being an entry-level subcompact crossover, the Kia Sonet looks and feels premium inside and out. It has that sharp, distinct look, which is...

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    wendy Jan 13, 2026 for Kia Sonet
  • Excellent driving dynamics, impressive range

    The driving dynamics of the Tesla Model Y are much better than most of its competitors. On a single charge, its batteries can hold up to 327 miles,...

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    Amihan Oct 06, 2025 for Tesla Model Y

From The Experts

Things we like

Stylish design

Feature-rich cabin

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Tech-laden centre screen

Excellent performance from battery and motor

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Things we don't like

Slightly stiff ride quality

Lack of space at the rear

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Average fit and finish levels for the premium pricing

Minimalist cabin might not be to everyone’s taste

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Engine Details

Engine 1.5L Gasoline Engine, In-line 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC --
No Of Cylinders 4 --
Valves Per Cylinder 4 --
Valve Configuration DOHC --
Battery Type -- Lithium-ion
Battery Capacity -- 60 kWh
Regenerative Braking -- Yes
Number Of Motors -- 1
Motor Type -- Permanent Magnet Synchronous
Emission -- 0 g/km
Portable Charging Cable -- Yes
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Performance

Fuel Type Gasoline Electric
Engine Displacement 1497 cc --
Power 113 hp 295 hp
Torque 144 Nm 420 Nm
RPM At Max Power 6300 RPM --
RPM At Max Torque 4500 RPM --
Acceleration -- 5.9 s
Top Speed -- 201 kmph
Driving Range -- 466 km
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Transmission

Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Gear Box 6-Speed Single Speed
Drive Type FWD RWD

Dimensions & Capacity

Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) 45 L --
Gross Weight 1575 kg --
Length 4110 mm 4790 mm
Width 1790 mm 1982 mm
Height 1625 mm 1624 mm
Wheel Base 2500 mm 2890 mm
Ground Clearance 205 mm 167 mm
Turning Radius 5.3 m --
No Of Doors 5 4
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
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Suspension & Brakes

Front Brake Type Discs Discs
Rear Brake Type Discs Discs
Front Suspension MacPherson Strut MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension Torsion Beam Torsion Beam

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheels No Yes
Tyre Size 205/55 R16 245/45 R20
Tyre Type Radial Radial
Wheel Size R16 R20
Wheel Covers -- No
Alloy Wheel Size -- 20 Inch
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Steering

Adjustable Steering Column Yes Yes
Steering Column Tilt Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Type Motor Driven Power Steering Electric Power
Steering Gear Type Rack & Pinion Rack & Pinoin
Power Steering -- Yes

Safety & Security

Anti-Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Ebd Yes Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System No Yes
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Driver Airbag Yes Yes
Passenger Airbag Yes Yes
Curtain Airbags No Yes
Side Airbag-Front No Yes
Knee Airbags No --
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes
Rear Seat Belts Yes Yes
Child Safety Locks Yes Yes
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts Yes Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Front Parking Sensors No Yes
Rear Parking Sensors Yes Yes
Rear Camera Yes Yes
360 Camera No Yes
Park Assist No Yes
Hill-Start Assist Control No Yes
Side Impact Beams Yes Yes
Engine Check Warning Yes Yes
Electric Parking Brake No Yes
ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) No Yes
Blind Spot monitor No Yes
Lane Departure Warning System No Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert No Yes
Central Locking Yes Yes
Power Door Locks Yes Yes
Anti Theft Device Yes Yes
Engine Immobilizer Yes Yes
Brake Assist -- Yes
Traction Control -- Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts -- Yes
Parking Sensors -- Yes
Emergency Stop Signal -- Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor -- Yes
Speed Sensing Door Locks -- Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm -- Yes
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Exterior

Electric Folding Rear View Mirror No Yes
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror No No
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator No Yes
Remote Trunk Opener No --
Remote Fuel Lid Opener No --
Integrated Antenna Yes --
Power Antenna No --
Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes
Headlamp Type Halogen Halogen LED LED
Daytime Running Lights Yes LED LED
Taillight Type Bulb Bulb LED LED
Fog Lights Front No --
Roof Carrier No No
Roof Rail No No
Rear Spoiler No Yes
Sun Roof No --
Side Stepper No No
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank Yes --
Tinted Glass Yes --
Rain Sensing Wiper -- Yes
Rear Window Wiper -- No
Rear Window Washer -- No
Rear Window Defogger -- Yes
Removable Convertible Top -- No
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Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner Yes Yes
Automatic Climate Control No Yes
Air Quality Control No Yes
Rear A/C Vents Yes Yes
Glove Box Cooling No --
Heater Yes Yes
Ventilated Front Seats No Yes
Accessory Power Outlet Yes Yes
Engine Start/Stop Button No Yes
Bottle Holder Yes Yes
Keyless Entry No Yes
Cruise Control No --
Power Windows Front Yes Yes
Power Windows Rear Yes Yes
Rear Reading Lamp No Yes
Vanity Mirror Yes Yes
Trunk Light No Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps No Yes
Memory Seats No --
Anti-glare Mirrors No --
Head-Up Display No --
Wireless Charger No Yes
Central Console Armrest -- Yes
Cup Holders-Front -- Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control -- Yes
Automatic Headlamps -- Yes
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Entertainment & Communication

Display Size 8 Inch 8 Inch 15.4 Inch 15.4 Inch
Apple Carplay/Android Auto Yes Yes
USB & Auxiliary Input Yes Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity Yes Yes
FM/AM/Radio Yes Yes
Speakers Front Yes Yes
Speakers Rear Yes Yes
No Of Speakers 6 6 --
Navigation System No Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio No No
Voice Control No Yes
Touch Screen Yes Yes
Smartphone Connectivity -- Yes
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Seats & Upholstery

Adjustable Seats Yes Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats No Yes
Seat Lumbar Support No --
Heated Seats - Front No --
Heated Seats - Rear No --
Rear Seat Headrest Yes Yes
Leather Steering Wheel No Yes
Folding Table Rear No --
Foldable Rear Seat Yes Yes
Seat Upholstery Fabric Fabric Leather Leather
Leather-Wrapped Gear Knob No --
Height Adjustable Driver Seat -- Yes
Adjustable Headrest -- Yes
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest -- Yes
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Instrumentation

Low Fuel Warning Light Yes Yes
Tacho Meter Yes Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter Yes Yes
Instrument Cluster Display Size 4.2 Inch 4.2 Inch --
Digital Odometer -- Yes

Interior

Ambient Light No Yes
Sun Visors Yes Yes

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Kia Sonet vs Tesla Model Y FAQs

Which Car is cheaper between Kia Sonet vs Tesla Model Y?

Sonet is priced at ₱778,000 and Model Y is priced at ₱2.369 Million. Hence Sonet is the cheapest amongst these Car.

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Which Car has more power between Kia Sonet vs Tesla Model Y?

The Kia Sonet has power of 113 hp with 144 Nm torque and Tesla Model Y has power of 295 hp with 420 Nm torque. Thus making Model Y the more powerful as compared to Sonet.

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Which Car has higher ground clearance between Sonet vs Model Y?

The Sonet comes with a ground clearance of 205 mm , on the other hand the Model Y comes with a ground clearance of 167 mm , hence the Kia Sonet has better ground clearence and off roading capabilities.

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Which Car has more safety features between Kia Sonet vs Tesla Model Y?

Sonet safety features: Anti-Lock Braking System, Ebd, Door Ajar Warning, Crash Sensor, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Seat Belts, Child Safety Locks, ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts, Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Rear Parking Sensors, Rear Camera, Side Impact Beams, Engine Check Warning, Central Locking, Power Door Locks, Anti Theft Device and Engine Immobilizer

Model Y safety features: Anti-Lock Braking System, Brake Assist, Ebd, Vehicle Stability Control System, Door Ajar Warning, Traction Control, Crash Sensor, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Curtain Airbags, Side Airbag-Front, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Seat Belts, Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts, Child Safety Locks, ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts, Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Parking Sensors, Front Parking Sensors, Rear Parking Sensors, Rear Camera, 360 Camera, Emergency Stop Signal, Park Assist, Hill-Start Assist Control, Side Impact Beams, Engine Check Warning, Tyre Pressure Monitor, Electric Parking Brake, ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems), Blind Spot monitor, Lane Departure Warning System, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Speed Sensing Door Locks, Central Locking, Power Door Locks, Anti Theft Device, Anti-Theft Alarm and Engine Immobilizer

The Tesla Model Y has higher number of sefety features than Sonet, hence Tesla Model Y is more safer than Kia Sonet.

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Which Car has more comfort features between Sonet vs Model Y?

Sonet comfort features: Air Conditioner, Rear A/C Vents, Heater, Accessory Power Outlet, Bottle Holder, Power Windows Front, Power Windows Rear and Vanity Mirror

Model Y comfort features: Air Conditioner, Automatic Climate Control, Air Quality Control, Rear A/C Vents, Heater, Ventilated Front Seats, Accessory Power Outlet, Engine Start/Stop Button, Central Console Armrest, Bottle Holder, Cup Holders-Front, Keyless Entry, Adaptive Cruise Control, Power Windows Front, Power Windows Rear, Rear Reading Lamp, Vanity Mirror, Trunk Light, Automatic Headlamps, Follow Me Home Headlamps and Wireless Charger

The Tesla Model Y has higher number of comfort features than Sonet, hence Tesla Model Y is more comfortable than Kia Sonet.

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Which is bigger Sonet or Model Y?

The Sonet dimensions are 4110 mm length, 1790 mm width, 1625 mm height while the Model Y dimensions are 4790 mm length, 1982 mm width, 1624 mm height. Hence, the Model Y is more longer, Model Y is more wider and Sonet is more higher.

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