Greetings !!
See, essentially Venue and Sonet are what based on
> Same Platform
> Same 1 Litre GDI Petrol Engine
But, the question you put in rather better if i bifurcate in 2 parts
a) Manual Vs IMT
b) Venue or Sonet
IMT Vs Manual
See IMT is essentially a manual transmission only but without clutch pedal
Rather clutch is operated by actuator which get signal in a fraction of milisecond from ECU whenever driver puts his hand on gear lever in an attempt to upshift, downshift. So - clutch functioning is what done by driver but gives a convenience
Ideally, i will prefer IMT for someone whos going to use car for 90% or more in city use condition as
> creep mode is there - so bumper to bumper traffic will feel like automatic to apply brake and release
> Convenient without clutch pedal in fraction of cost
> Stress free and ease in city usage condition as driver left foot is relaxed
> car wont stall for someone who is a novice driver. so if have someone in family whos still in learning stage will find IMT more convenient
However,
> Care for enthusiast drive
> care for seconds from a car in pickup terms from 0 to 100
> care for car with even sleek gear response (as IMT found marginally more weight in gear)
> care for car with full control where clutch pedal with you
then should consider in Manual Transmission
Rest for more details, pl refer this post on
IMT Transmission Review
Venue Vs Sonet
Well it depends - i suggest to refer this detailed comparison video on Venue and Sonet
It should help in deciding,
Additionally from features perspective, while
Venue Sx gets Alloy Wheels and Cooled Glove box as differentiating factor
Sonet HTX IMT gets
> LED Headlights as against halogen projector used in Venue
> LED Fog Light
> Semi Leatherette Seats with bright dual tone beige and black interior (Venue comes in black interior which can look slight claustrophobic)
> Wireless projection for accessing android auto, apple car play
> Driver rear view monitor
LED Headlights cost a lot and if seeking a family car will be impressed relative more in Sonet
Also, exterior differences matters a lot
I will end up saying that yes Venue Sx gets Alloys but you can definite get in good branded alloys by spending in another rs 25000 or so for set of 4 alloys and basis LED Lights, premium interiors will appreciate Sonet in exteriors and interiors
Hope should help !!
