BMW M3 V8 DCT Coupe (2015) vs Kia Sonet 1.5 SX AT (2024)

A full spec-by-spec comparison of BMW M3 V8 DCT Coupe (2015) vs Kia Sonet 1.5 SX AT (2024) — engine, performance, dimensions, features and price, with the differences highlighted to help you decide.

Specification BMW M3 V8 DCT Coupe (2015) BMW Kia Sonet 1.5 SX AT (2024) Kia ₱1,178,000
Overview
Model Year 2015 2024
Warranty Unlimited/2-years 5-years/160,000km
Availability Current Current
Engine & Drivetrain
Engine Type V8 Inline-4
Displacement 3999cc 1497cc
Valvetrain DOHC 32-valve DOHC 16-valve
Aspiration Naturally Aspirated, M Double Vanos Naturally Aspirated
Fuel Type Gas Gasoline
Max Power 420 PS @ 8300 rpm 115 PS @ 6300 rpm
Max Torque 400 Nm @ 3900 rpm 144 Nm @ 4500 rpm
Transmission 7-Speed Dual Cluch A/T IVT
Drivetrain RWD FWD
Body & Dimensions
Body Type Coupe Small Crossover SUV
Segment S Crossover
Construction Unibody Unibody
Doors 2 5
Seating Capacity 2+2 2+3
Length (mm) 4615 4110
Width (mm) 1804 1790
Height (mm) 1418 1642
Wheelbase (mm) 2761 2500
Curb Weight (kg) 1655 1170
Exterior Colors Sparkling Silver or Aurora Black
Fuel Tank (L) 45
Chassis, Wheels & Brakes
Front Suspension MacPherson, EDC MacPherson Strut w/ Coil Spring
Rear Suspension Multi-Link, EDC Torsion Beam
Front Wheels 18x8.5" Alloys 16
Rear Wheels 18x9.5" Alloys 16
Front Tires 245/40/R18  205/55/R16
Rear Tires  265/40/R18 205/55/R16
Front Brakes Disc Disc
Rear Brakes Disc Disc
Steering Type Hydraulic EPS
Steering Column tilt Tilt
Tire Pressure Monitoring No No
Differential Lock No No
Safety
Anti-lock Braking (ABS) Yes Yes
Brake Assist No No
Parking Sensors No No
Stability Control Yes No
Traction Control No No
Vehicle Dynamic Control No No
Forward Collision Mitigation No No
Blind Spot Warning No Yes
Hill Start Assist No Yes
Hill Descent Control No No
Auto Stop/Start No No
Driver Airbag No No
Knee Airbag No No
Passenger Airbag No No
Front Curtain Airbags No No
Rear Curtain Airbags No No
Rear Side Airbags No No
Security Alarm Yes Yes
Door Locking Central Locking Central Locking
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution Yes
Engine Immobilizer Yes
Comfort & Convenience
Air Conditioning Automatic Climate Control Automatic Climate Control
Rear A/C Vents No No
Seat Material Leather Leather
Parking Brake Manual Manual
Key Type Comfort Access Key Keyless Entry
Push-Button Start No No
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Multi-Info Display Yes Yes
Paddle Shifters No No
Reverse Camera No No
Auto Headlights No No
Power Windows Yes Yes
Power Seats No No
Remote Trunk Release No Yes
Eco Mode No No
Antenna yes yes
Infotainment & Audio
Touchscreen No Yes
Navigation No No
Bluetooth No Yes
Apple CarPlay No Yes
Android Auto No No
USB No Yes
AUX Input Yes No
AM/FM Radio Yes Yes
CD Player Yes No
DVD Player No No
MP3 Playback Yes No
iPod Support No No
SD Card Slot No No
Speakers 6
Lighting
Headlights HID + Foglamps LED
Fog Lights Yes Yes
Daytime Running Lights Yes
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