The Nexon has an AMT gearbox while the Sonet gets a DCT, and both have very different qualities. Published On Nov 08, 2022 08:00:00 AMI want to purchase an automated sub-compact SUV and have shortlisted the Tata Nexon and the Kia Sonet. Nevertheless, while the Sonet has a DCT gearbox, it does not have a safety ranking yet, and the Nexon has a 5-star GNCAP score however only gets an AMT automated transmission. Will an AMT be as good an automated gearbox as a DCT for surpassing on highways and hill driving?Sameer Trivedi, MumbaiAutocar India says: The Sonet isnt as roomy as the Nexon (particularly at the rear), so if you take a trip with 5 guests typically, the Tata is the one to opt for. However the Kia is better in every way– it feels more premium on the inside with premium bits, drives better and the DCT is far nicer than Tatas AMT in terms of performance and smoothness. Sure, the Nexon has a better crash ranking, however that doesnt make the Sonet unsafe. It gets ESP and six airbags, and fulfills all security guidelines. Of the two, the Kia Sonet is the much better buy.Also See: Kia Sonet video reviewKia Sonet review, roadway testKia Sonet review, test drive2020 Tata Nexon video review2020 Tata Nexon review, test driveCopyright (c) Autocar India. All rights booked.