Overview
- The next‑gen Sonet, which surfaced in spy shots on Monday, has entered public road testing in India for the first time.
- Reports indicate a move to Kia’s newer K1 architecture that should free up rear‑seat room, strengthen the body for Bharat NCAP, and enable modern electronics like OTA updates and remote diagnostics.
- Early cues show Seltos‑style styling with a wider grille, sharper headlamps and a visible sunroof, while inside the SUV is expected to add larger dual 12.3‑inch displays and a cleaner dashboard layout.
- Kia is expected to carry over the current engines at launch, including the 1.2‑litre petrol, 1.0‑litre turbo‑petrol and 1.5‑litre diesel, with a strong‑hybrid variant in development for a rollout around 2028–2029.
- The driver‑assistance package may expand, though Level 2 ADAS is not confirmed, especially after Kia dropped similar features from the Syros in its 2026 update.