Kia Sonet: HTE(O) 1.5 Diesel AT vs HTK(O) 1.5 Diesel AT
The HTK(O) 1.5 Diesel AT costs ₹1,09,000 more than the HTE(O) 1.5 Diesel AT. The equipment it adds covers 66% of that on our values — a fair upgrade. Every feature is priced below.
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You pay extra
₹1,09,000
₹9,99,900 → ₹11,08,900
Features are worth
₹72,680
9 gained
Equipment covers
66%
of what the variant costs extra
HTK(O) 1.5 Diesel AT costs ₹1,09,000 more than HTE(O) 1.5 Diesel AT and brings 9 features we value at ₹72,680, roughly 66% of the price difference. Reasonable if you specifically want what it adds; not a bargain.
We price the equipment that separates these two trims. The rest of the difference pays for things we don't itemise — materials, fit and finish, and the manufacturer's own margin. An upgrade that clears 100% is one where the equipment alone is worth what it costs.
*Ex-showroom, Delhi · Prices checked Oct 2026
Factory-only or fit it later
- Only from the factory
- ₹42,320 · 6 features
- Could be fitted later
- ₹30,360 · 3 features
Of the equipment this variant adds, at our valuations. Which features count as fit-later is set per feature in the methodology.
Feature-by-feature valuation
9 of 77 features differ between these trims.
| Feature | HTE(O) 1.5 Diesel AT | HTK(O) 1.5 Diesel AT | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Safety & driver assistance | |||
| Rear Defogger & Wiper/WasherEssential rainy season safety features for clear rear visibility. | No | Yes | +₹7,360 |
| Automatic HeadlampsHeadlamps that switch on by themselves as light falls. | No | Yes | +₹5,520 |
| Comfort & convenience | |||
| Automatic Climate ControlSet a temperature and the car holds it, instead of manual fan and dial control. | No | Yes | +₹11,040 |
| Steering-Mounted ControlsAudio and phone controls on the steering wheel. Cruise control buttons are priced with cruise control. | No | Yes | +₹3,680 |
| Height-Adjustable Driver's SeatDriver's seat adjusts for height, not just reach. | No | Yes | +₹3,680 |
| Auto-Folding ORVMsWing mirrors fold in automatically when the car is locked. | No | Yes | +₹5,520 |
| Remote Central LockingCentral locking operated by a remote or flip key, rather than a key turned in the door. | No | Yes | +₹4,600 |
| Infotainment & connectivity | |||
| 8-Inch Touchscreen InfotainmentCapacitive display with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, wired or wireless. | No | Yes | +₹20,240 |
| Exterior & wheels | |||
| Connected LED Tail LampsEdge-to-edge LED lightbar spanning the tailgate, linking the two tail lamps. | No | Yes | +₹11,040 |
| Net feature value | 9 gained | ₹72,680 | |
Values are our own estimates of what each feature is worth on this segment of car, not manufacturer pricing. We only price equipment that differs between trims, so this column will not add up to the full price gap — the rest pays for materials, fit and finish, and margin. Every valuation and its reasoning is published here.
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ours₹Auto-Folding ORVMsadded
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On our figures
₹72,680 of equipment against ₹1,09,000 — 66% of the variant
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HTE(O) to HTK(O) on all 3 powertrains
Kia sells this upgrade on 3 powertrains. The price gap and what it buys are not always the same, so here is each one, worked out the same way as this page. It is cheapest on the Diesel manual (₹71,000) and dearest on the Diesel automatic (₹1,09,000).
| Powertrain | Costs more | Equipment worth | Covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol manual | ₹1,01,000 | ₹75,440 | 74%Fair upgrade |
| Diesel manual | ₹71,000 | ₹75,440 | 106%Worth it |
| Diesel automatic (this page) | ₹1,09,000 | ₹72,680 | 66%Fair upgrade |
On-road price, side by side
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In Delhi, HTK(O) 1.5 Diesel AT costs ₹1,76,857 more on the road than HTE(O) 1.5 Diesel AT, against ₹1,09,000 ex-showroom. ₹56,768 of that is road tax, insurance and charges that rise with the price. The dearer variant crosses ₹10 lakh ex-showroom, so it also carries 1% TCS (₹11,089), which you can claim back against income tax. The verdict above is measured against the ex-showroom difference.
HTE(O) 1.5 Diesel AT
diesel · automatic · Delhi
- Ex-showroom price
- ₹9,99,900
- RTO road taxDelhi slab for diesel, ₹4,000 of state levies, plus a 0.18% cess charged on ex-showroom
- ₹93,291
- Insurance (comprehensive)1-yr own damage (zero dep) + 3-yr third party, incl. GST
- ₹49,995
- Registration & FASTagOne-off RTO registration fee, HSRP plates and the FASTag tag
- ₹1,200
- Hypothecation & handling₹1,500 hypothecation endorsement and ₹400 miscellaneous — charged on the invoice whether or not the car is financed
- ₹1,900
Estimate. Road tax slabs checked September 2026; insurance premiums vary by insurer and dealer handling charges are not included.
HTK(O) 1.5 Diesel AT
diesel · automatic · Delhi
- Ex-showroom price
- ₹11,08,900
- RTO road taxDelhi slab for diesel, ₹4,000 of state levies, plus a 0.18% cess charged on ex-showroom
- ₹1,44,609
- Insurance (comprehensive)1-yr own damage (zero dep) + 3-yr third party, incl. GST
- ₹55,445
- TCS1% above ₹10 L ex-showroom — adjustable against income tax
- ₹11,089
- Registration & FASTagOne-off RTO registration fee, HSRP plates and the FASTag tag
- ₹1,200
- Hypothecation & handling₹1,500 hypothecation endorsement and ₹400 miscellaneous — charged on the invoice whether or not the car is financed
- ₹1,900
Estimate. Road tax slabs checked September 2026; insurance premiums vary by insurer and dealer handling charges are not included.
Common questions
- What is the price difference between the Kia Sonet HTE(O) 1.5 Diesel AT and HTK(O) 1.5 Diesel AT?
- ₹1,09,000 ex-showroom — HTE(O) 1.5 Diesel AT is ₹9,99,900 and HTK(O) 1.5 Diesel AT is ₹11,08,900.
- Is the Kia Sonet HTK(O) 1.5 Diesel AT worth the extra money over the HTE(O) 1.5 Diesel AT?
- HTK(O) 1.5 Diesel AT costs ₹1,09,000 more than HTE(O) 1.5 Diesel AT and brings 9 features we value at ₹72,680, roughly 66% of the price difference. Reasonable if you specifically want what it adds; not a bargain.
- What do you actually get on the HTK(O) 1.5 Diesel AT that the HTE(O) 1.5 Diesel AT doesn't have?
- 9 features, led by 8-Inch Touchscreen Infotainment, Automatic Climate Control, Connected LED Tail Lamps. The full list with our rupee valuation for each is in the table above.