# New-gen Kia Sonet Begins Testing **URL:** \ **Category:** SCOOPS\ **Tags:** spyshot, kia, sonet, rendering, suv\ **Created:** [May 12, 2026, 11:59pm UTC](https://newcarscoops.com/t/new-gen-kia-sonet-begins-testing/2772 "2026-05-12T23:59:57Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 3\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![spyplus](https://newcarscoops.com/user_avatar/newcarscoops.com/spyplus/32/35921_2.png) [@spyplus](https://newcarscoops.com/u/spyplus)\ **Post date:** [May 12, 2026, 11:59pm UTC](https://newcarscoops.com/t/new-gen-kia-sonet-begins-testing/2772/1 "2026-05-12T23:59:57Z")
Kia has begun public road tests of the redesigned Sonet ahead of an expected early 2027 launch in India, revealing significant updates to the compact SUV. ![new-sonet-exterior-right-front-three-quarter-newcarscoops](https://newcarscoops.com/uploads/default/original/3X/3/e/3ed993757915cdb156873e4f606cfadcf23753fd.avif) ![new-sonet-exterior-front-bumper-newcarscoops](https://newcarscoops.com/uploads/default/original/3X/5/b/5bf415e00f03c8829f0c3e92f6e9decddb9c0c3b.avif) **Key Details:** - The new Sonet adopts design elements from the Seltos, featuring a flatter, more upright grille with honeycomb inserts, new LED DRLs, refreshed bumpers, and updated alloy wheels - Interior upgrades include larger 12.3-inch screens, new dashboard themes, improved upholstery, and a panoramic sunroof - The model will transition to the K1 platform, addressing space limitations in the rear seats - Engine options remain unchanged: 1.2-litre naturally aspirated petrol, 1.0-litre turbo-petrol, and 1.5-litre diesel, paired with manual, iMT, and automatic transmissions - The refreshed Sonet will compete against the Tata Nexon, Mahindra XUV 3XO, Maruti Brezza, Hyundai Venue, Renault Kiger, Nissan Magnite, and Skoda Kylaq **Why It Matters:** The next-gen Sonet’s platform upgrade and feature enhancements position it to remain competitive in India’s sub-compact SUV segment, though the availability of ADAS technology remains uncertain following its recent removal from the Syros. Source: [www.instagram.com/p/DYL86wSGS--/?img\_index=1](http://www.instagram.com/p/DYL86wSGS--/?img_index=1) ---
**Author:** ![spyplus](https://newcarscoops.com/user_avatar/newcarscoops.com/spyplus/32/35921_2.png) [@spyplus](https://newcarscoops.com/u/spyplus)\ **Post date:** [June 15, 2026, 12:26am UTC](https://newcarscoops.com/t/new-gen-kia-sonet-begins-testing/2772/2 "2026-06-15T00:26:37Z")
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**Author:** ![spyplus](https://newcarscoops.com/user_avatar/newcarscoops.com/spyplus/32/35921_2.png) [@spyplus](https://newcarscoops.com/u/spyplus)\ **Post date:** [June 15, 2026, 12:26am UTC](https://newcarscoops.com/t/new-gen-kia-sonet-begins-testing/2772/3 "2026-06-15T00:26:38Z")