Mahindra is nearing the completion of testing for the XUV300, indicating an imminent launch. With this in mind, a comprehensive comparison between the XUV300 and one of its competitors who recently got facelift update, the Kia Sonet, as it seems fitting to assess Mahindra’s preparation to potentially dominate the segment.
Mahindra XUV300 Facelift vs Kia Sonet – Design
Exterior
- New C-Shape LED DRLs framing the headlamps.
- New Bumpers with Faux Skid Plates, and new five-spoke design for the 16-inch alloy wheels.
- New LED tri-cube Headlamps design, and C-Shape LED Connected Taillamps.
- On top part of windscreen, there is camera for ADAS functions.
Interior
- New Free-Standing 10.25-inch Infotainment System with thinner & Sleeker AC vents below.
- Two Rotary Dials to control the Dual-Zone Climate Control, and an LCD Display for HVAC temperatures.
- New 4-Spoke Steering Wheel and behind it is the new 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit Cluster.
- The centre console will be updated with new Shifter lever, with Wireless Charging Pad in front, and new upholstery for the cabin.
- On Top, it’ll be getting panoramic sunroof and likely ambient lights for the cabin.
- Rear Seats are split in 60:40 ratio with centre armrest & two cupholders in it.
Exterior
- L-Shaped LED DRLs that frames the LED Headlamp unit.
- Carnival-like front fascia with silver finish.
- Horizontally-positioned LED Fog Lamps on the front bumper that are made of faux silver skid plates for front & rear.
- Round wheel arches with 16-inch alloy wheels with Y-curve-ish design.
- The rear gets L-shape Connected LED Tail-lamps with body creases, and roof spoiler with shark fin antenna on top.
- On top part of windscreen, there is camera for ADAS functions.
Interior
- Free-Standing 10.25-inch Infotainment System with thin vertically-positioned AC vents below.
- 10.25-inch Digital Instrument Cluster and in front of it is the 4-spoke steering wheel.
- LCD Screen with Two Buttons for Automatic Climate Control, and dual-tone finish for dashboard.
- Rear Seats are split in 60:40 ratio with centre armrest & two cupholders in it.
- On top there is single-pane sunroof.
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Mahindra XUV300 Facelift vs Kia Sonet – Dimensions
| Dimensions | Mahindra XUV300 Facelift | Kia Sonet |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3995 MM | 3995 MM |
| Width | 1821 MM | 1790 MM |
| Height | 1627 MM | 1642 MM |
| Wheelbase | 2600 MM | 2500 MM |
| Ground Clearance | 180 MM | 205 MM |
| Boot Space | 257 L | 382 L |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
When it comes to Dimensions –
- The XUV300 Facelift and Kia Sonet has the same length.
- The XUV300 Facelift is wider by 31 MM over the Sonet.
- The Sonet is taller by 15 MM in Height than the XUV300 Facelift.
- The XUV300 Facelift features 2600 MM Wheelbase which is 100 MM longer than the Sonet’s.
- The Sonet’s ground clearance is 25 MM higher than the XUV300 Facelift.
- The Sonet got a bigger Boot Space by 125 Litres over XUV300’s 257 L Boot Space.
- The Sonet has a bigger Petrol Fuel Tank of 45 Litres while the XUV300 features 42 L Fuel Tank only.
Mahindra XUV300 Facelift vs Kia Sonet – Engine Options
| Turbo Petrol | Mahindra XUV300 Facelift | Kia Sonet |
|---|---|---|
| Engines | 1.2 L 3 Cylinder Turbo | 1.0 L 3 Cylinder |
| Displacement | 1197cc | 998cc |
| Power | 108.62 BHP / 128.73 BHP | 118.35 BHP |
| Torque | 200 NM / 230 NM | 172 NM |
| Transmission Type | 6 Speed MT & AMT | 6 Speed IMT, 7 Speed DCT |
In Engine Options, the Mahindra XUV300 Facelift and the Kia Sonet comes with a Turbo Petrol powertrain. The Mahindra XUV300 Facelift comes with a 1.2 L 3 Cylinder Turbo Petrol producing 108.62 BHP and 200 NM of torque for non-turbo trims, and 128.73 BHP and 230 NM of torque for turbo trims mated to 6 Speed Manual and Automatic Gearbox. The Kia Sonet comes with a 1.0 L 3 Cylinder Turbo Petrol engine delivering 118.36 BHP, and 172 NM of torque mated to 6 Speed IMT and 7 Speed DCT Gearbox.
| Diesel | Mahindra XUV300 Facelift | Kia Sonet |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.5 L 4 Cylinder | 1.5 L 4 Cylinder |
| Displacement | 1497cc | 1493cc |
| Power | 115.05 BHP | 113.43 BHP |
| Torque | 300 NM | 250 NM |
| Transmission Type | 6 Speed MT / AMT | 6 Speed MT / AT |
Additionally, both the SUVs get Diesel Powertrain as option as well. The Mahindra XUV300 Facelift gets the 1.5 L 4 Cylinder diesel engine puts out 115.05 BHP and 300 NM of torque mated to a 6 Speed Manual and Automatic Gearbox. The Kia Sonet Facelift is powered by the 1.5 L 4 Cylinder Turbo Diesel producing 113.43 BHP and 250 NM of torque paired to 6 Speed Manual and Automatic Gearbox.
| Petrol | Mahindra XUV300 Facelift | Kia Sonet |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.2 L 4 Cylinder | |
| Displacement | 1197cc | |
| Power | 81.80 BHP | |
| Torque | 115 NM | |
| Transmission | 5 Speed MT | |
| Fuel Efficiency | 18.4 KMPL |
Last but not the least, the Sonet Facelift gets an additional non-turbo petrol engine but the Mahindra XUV300 doesn’t. The 1.2 L 4 Cylinder Petrol generates 81.80 BHP and 115 NM of torque paired to 5 Speed Manual Gearbox only with 18.4 KMPL fuel efficiency.
Mahindra XUV300 Facelift vs Kia Sonet – Features
| Features | Mahindra XUV300 Facelift | Kia Sonet |
|---|---|---|
| Headlamps | LED | LED |
| Taillamps | LED | LED |
| Wheel Size & Type | 16-inch alloy wheels | 16-inch alloy wheels |
| Sunroof | Panoramic | Single-Pane |
| Auto Power Window | One touch up/down for Driver only | One touch up/down for all windows |
| Seat upholstery | Leather | Leather |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | Yes | Yes |
| Ambient Light | – | Yes |
| AC | Dual-Zone | Auto |
| Rear AC vents | Yes | Yes |
| Ventilated Seats | Yes | Yes |
| Instrument Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital | 10.25-inch Digital |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch | 10.25-inch |
| Android Auto, Apple CarPlay | Wireless | Wired |
| Voice Control | Yes | Yes |
| Air Purifier | – | Yes |
| Sound System | 6 Speaker Standard Sound System | 7-speaker Bose Premium Sound System |
| Wireless Charging | Yes | Yes |
| Auto-dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Paddle Shifters | Yes | Yes |
| Drive Modes | – | Yes |
| Traction Modes | – | Yes |
- The XUV300 Facelift misses out on Ambient Lights, Air Purifier, 7 Speaker Sound System, Traction and Drive Modes.
- The Sonet misses out on Panoramic sunroof, and Dual-zone Climate Control.
| Safety Features | Mahindra XUV300 Facelift | Kia Sonet |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | Six Airbags | Six airbags |
| ABS with EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Camera | 360 Surround View Camera | 360 Surround View Camera |
| Parking Sensors | Front and Rear | Front and Rear |
| TPMS | Yes | Yes |
| Auto Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
| ESP | Yes | Yes |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Traction Control | Yes | Yes |
| ADAS | Level 1 | Level 1 |
| Hill Assist | Yes | Yes |
| All 4 Disc Brakes | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Descent Control | Yes | – |
| ISOFIX anchorages | Yes | Yes |
- The Sonet Misses out on Hill Descent Control.
Mahindra XUV300 Facelift vs Kia Sonet – Price & Warranty
| Model | Price (ex-showroom) |
|---|---|
| Mahindra XUV300 Facelift | Expected Rs. 8.50 – Rs. 15.50 L |
| Kia Sonet | Rs. 7.99 – Rs. 15.69 L |
The Kia Sonet is priced from Rs. 7.99 Lakh for the entry-level variant, “HTE” while the XUV300 Facelift base trim “W2” is expected to start from Rs. 8.50 Lakh. The Top trim of the Sonet, “X-Line DCT” is priced at Rs. 15.69 lakh while the top trim of XUV300 Facelift, W8 (O) Turbo AT” is expected to be priced at Rs. 15.50 Lakh.
As for the warranty, the XUV300 warranty period is 3 years/1,00,000 KM and can be extended up to 5 years/1,50,000 KM, and the Kia is offering 3 years/Unlimited KM warranty period for the Sonet and can be extended up to 5 years/Unlimited KM.
Mahindra XUV300 Facelift vs Kia Sonet – Verdict
In the end, the decision to buy which SUV depends totally on you, however, if you’re looking to buy an SUV without wanting to wait for the launch of the XUV300 Facelift, then you should go ahead and buy the Sonet since it has a good engine performance, very fuel efficient, tons of features, great amount of safety techs, and good amount of space for storage and comfort. The Mahindra XUV300 Facelift on the other hand is expected to launch in the early 2024, and while we don’t exactly what new features it’s going to get, it’s still worth waiting around to find about it before landing on any decision. So, what are you gonna do?
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