Kia India Introduces Gravity Edition Of Sonet, Seltos, And Carens

The Korean automaker, Kia, is celebrating its fifth anniversary in India. To mark this milestone, Kia has introduced a new ‘Gravity’ edition of its made-in-India models: the Sonet, Seltos, and Carens. The new edition makes the premium experience of these models more accessible. Let’s explore what the Gravity edition of each of these Kia vehicles has to offer.

Kia Sonet Gravity Edition

The Gravity edition of the Kia Sonet sits above the mid-spec HTK Plus variant. Compared to the standard trim, this special edition features enhancements such as 16-inch alloy wheels and a rear spoiler. Inside, the changes include Indigo Pera seat upholstery with navy stitching and a leatherette-wrapped gear lever. The Sonet Gravity edition is available in Black Pearl and Graphite Matte exterior shades. A distinctive ‘Gravity’ badge on the front doors sets it apart from the regular variants.

In terms of new features, the Sonet Gravity edition gets wireless phone charger, a dash cam, rear seat headrests, rear centre armrest with cup holders, and 60:40 split seats over the HTK Plus variant.

The HTK Plus variant already comes with amenities like an 8-inch touchscreen with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, automatic AC, a 6-speaker sound system, and push-button start/stop. Its safety features include 6 airbags, rear parking camera, electronic stability control, and rear parking sensors.

Kia is offering the Sonet Gravity with all three powertrain options, but limited to manual variants only. The specifications have been detailed below:

Here’s how much premium you will have to pay for Sonet’s Gravity edition:

The Sonet Gravity edition is available at a premium of up to Rs 48,000 over its HTK Plus variant.

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Kia Seltos Gravity Edition

The Gravity edition of the Kia Seltos is positioned above its higher-spec HTX variant. On the outside, this special edition of the Seltos comes with 17-inch alloy wheels, a gloss black rear spoiler, and a ‘Gravity’ badge on the front doors. The Gravity edition of the Seltos is available in three colour options: Glacial White Pearl and Aurora Black Pearl.

On the inside, it additionally comes with a 10.25-inch digital driver’s display, a premium Bose sound system, dash cam, and ventilated front seats. In terms of safety, it additionally comes with an electronic parking brake over the regular HTX variant.

The HTX variant of the Seltos is already equipped with a 10.25-inch touchscreen, dual-zone AC, and ambient lighting. Its safety kit already includes 6 airbags, electronic stability control (ESC), all-wheel-disc brakes as standard.

Kia is only offering the Seltos Gravity edition with N/A petrol and diesel engine options:

The petrol engine is available with both manual and CVT transmission options, whereas the diesel is only offered with a 6-speed manual transmission.

Here are the variant-wise prices for the Gravity edition of the Kia Seltos:

Kia Carens Gravity Edition

Another Kia car which received the Gravity edition variant is the Carens MPV. This special edition of the MPV sits above its lower-spec Premium (O) variant. Apart from the ‘Gravity’ emblem on the front doors, this special edition of the MPV doesn’t get any visual enhancements outside.

However, the Carens Gravity edition offers a more premium experience by additionally offering black leatherette seats, flat bottom steering wheel, and door pads.  It also gets a dash cam, a single-pane sunroof, LED map and room lamps. In terms of equipment, the Premium (O) variant of the MPV already comes loaded with features such as an 8-inch touchscreen, a 6-speaker sound system, and steering-mounted audio controls. Its safety features include 6 airbags, all-wheel disc brakes, electronic stability control (ESC) as standard, and a rear parking camera.

The Gravity edition of the Carens is available with all three engine options:

Now, let’s have a look at the price premium for this special edition of the MPV:

The Gravity edition of the Carens is around Rs 1 lakh more expensive than the regular Premium (O) variant of the MPV.

Rivals

The Kia Sonet competes with the likes of the Tata Nexon, Maruti Brezza, and Hyundai Venue, meanwhile the Kia Seltos rivals the likes of the Hyundai Creta, Maruti Grand Vitara, Toyota Hyryder, Volkswagen Taigun, and the Honda Elevate. The Carens on the other hand can be regarded as an premium alternative to the Maruti Ertiga, Maruti XL6, and Toyota Rumion. It can also be considered an affordable alternative to the Toyota Innova Crysta and Toyota Innova Hycross.