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Kia Sonet 1.5 EX (2021) Review
Fast Facts
Model Tested: Kia Sonet 1.5 EX
Price: R284 995 (June 2021)
Engine: Naturally-aspirated 1.5-litre petrol
Power/Torque: 85 kW/144 Nm
Transmission: 6-speed manual
Fuel efficiency: 7.0 L/100 km
Load capacity: 392 litres
How much does the Kia Sonet Cost in South Africa?
The Kia Sonet 1.5 EX manual is priced from R284 995 and is sold with Kia’s 5-year/Unlimited warranty and a 4-year/60 000 km service plan.
Verdict
The Kia Sonet 1.5 EX represents very good value. Its performance and perceived build quality surpass what’s offered by comparable Suzuki and Toyota models; for many buyers, that will count for a lot.
Overall, the Sonet is a likeable, distinctive and eminently capable compact family car that's equipped with most of the features that its target market would want. It does have its shortcomings, however: the 1.5 EX does not offer cruise control and LED headlights, which some of its rivals do. Also, the solid (non-splitting) rear seatback might bother some practically-minded buyers, but it’s not a deal-breaker.
Considering its reassuring sense of solidity, driveability and efficiency, you’d be silly to ignore this newcomer to the market. Moreover, the Sonet is backed by a comprehensive 5-year/unlimited km warranty and a 4-year/60 000 km service plan, which strengthen its purchasing proposition. If your budget can stretch to R300k, however, it's also worth keeping the talented new Haval Jolion in mind.
Nonetheless, there's a lot to like about the Sonet – we won't be surprised to see it steal quite a few sales from its established rivals in the months to come...
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Fast Facts
Model Tested: Kia Sonet 1.5 EX
Price: R284 995 (June 2021)
Engine: Naturally-aspirated 1.5-litre petrol
Power/Torque: 85 kW/144 Nm
Transmission: 6-speed manual
Fuel efficiency: 7.0 L/100 km
Load capacity: 392 litres
How much does the Kia Sonet Cost in South Africa?
The Kia Sonet 1.5 EX manual is priced from R284 995 and is sold with Kia’s 5-year/Unlimited warranty and a 4-year/60 000 km service plan.
Verdict
The Kia Sonet 1.5 EX represents very good value. Its performance and perceived build quality surpass what’s offered by comparable Suzuki and Toyota models; for many buyers, that will count for a lot.
Overall, the Sonet is a likeable, distinctive and eminently capable compact family car that's equipped with most of the features that its target market would want. It does have its shortcomings, however: the 1.5 EX does not offer cruise control and LED headlights, which some of its rivals do. Also, the solid (non-splitting) rear seatback might bother some practically-minded buyers, but it’s not a deal-breaker.
Considering its reassuring sense of solidity, driveability and efficiency, you’d be silly to ignore this newcomer to the market. Moreover, the Sonet is backed by a comprehensive 5-year/unlimited km warranty and a 4-year/60 000 km service plan, which strengthen its purchasing proposition. If your budget can stretch to R300k, however, it's also worth keeping the talented new Haval Jolion in mind.
Nonetheless, there's a lot to like about the Sonet – we won't be surprised to see it steal quite a few sales from its established rivals in the months to come...
Kia Sonet (2021) Review
Kia recently expanded its compact family car line-up with the introduction of the Sonet, which is smaller and more affordable than its Seltos sibling. Does the newcomer tick enough boxes to beat other budget-positioned rival offerings from Suzuki, Toyota and Nissan? We put the 1.5 EX derivative...