Kia Sonet

goldensteph said:
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Kia Sonet To Get 6 Airbags As Standard - New Blue Colour (Scoop)

Kia India will become the first car maker to offer all their cars with 6 airbags as standard. Sonet, Seltos new blue colour launch soon.
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So this is interesting, the Sonet will now come with 6 airbags as standard in India (where the SA Sonets are imported from). Fingers crossed!
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My 2c.

If/when the 6 'bags hit SA models it is a done deal for the crossover segment. Sonet arguably the best all-rounder.

In the Feb 2022 issue of Car Mag the Sonet pretty comprehensively came out on top & beat out the Vitara Brazzers, Magnite & EcoSport.
 
FiestaST said:
My 2c.

If/when the 6 'bags hit SA models it is a done deal for the crossover segment. Sonet arguably the best all-rounder.

In the Feb 2022 issue of Car Mag the Sonet pretty comprehensively came out on top & beat out the Vitara Brazzers, Magnite & EcoSport.
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I don't for a second imagine the 6-airbag version NOT getting a price bump, but if it's still within the competition's range I'd agree and say it's a winner
 
groen_mamba said:
Im also looking, its near impossible to find!
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Yeah like hen's teeth at the moment. Even the demo's are flying out the door. Was at Kia N1 city yesterday and they have just sold their demo. You can't even go for a test-drive in one.
 
dielaksman said:
Yeah like hen's teeth at the moment. Even the demo's are flying out the door. Was at Kia N1 city yesterday and they have just sold their demo. You can't even go for a test-drive in one.
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I managed to go for a test drive but now waiting for one, especially in only one of three colours that my wife is willing to go for seems like an eternity! Im signed up at 2 dealerships with finance approved etc....
 
How does this compare specs and price wise to the Corrola Cross?
 
For one, it is much smaller than the Cross and it is cheaper But like the Sonet, there is also stock issues with the Cross
 
FYI:

Who’s winning the small crossover sales race in SA?

Small crossovers have become big business in South Africa and the sales battle towards the summit of the segment is closer than ever. Let’s take a look at how the top performers have fared in 2022 so far…

Not many automotive segments have enjoyed anything even approaching appreciable growth over the past couple of years in South Africa, but there is one that stands head and shoulders above the rest (despite the relatively diminutive stature of the vehicles in question). Yes, we’re talking about the entry-level crossover corner of the market.

A few short years back, your options when shopping for a pint-sized crossover were exceedingly limited. But that’s no longer the case. While Indian-built, sub-four-metre crossovers dominate this part of the market by sheer number, there’s also a popular model imported from Europe (and a progressively popular one from China, too). In short, buyers are spoiled for choice.

So, what happened in the first two months of 2022? Well, we’ve rummaged through Naamsa’s detailed sales figures, applied a little basic arithmetic and identified the strongest year-to-date sellers in this broader category.

10 best-selling small crossovers in South Africa: January and February 2022

1. Toyota Urban Cruiser – 2 381 units

2. Volkswagen T-Cross – 1 771 units

3. Haval Jolion – 1 599 units

4. Ford EcoSport – 1 394 units

5. Suzuki Vitara Brezza – 1 222 units

6. Hyundai Venue – 1 108 units

7. Nissan Magnite – 781 units

8. Renault Kiger – 721 units

9. Kia Sonet – 312 units

10. Honda WR-V – 73 units

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Who's winning the small crossover sales race in SA?

Small crossovers have become big business in South Africa and the sales battle towards the summit of the segment is closer than ever. Let’s take a look at how the top performers have fared in 2022 so far… Not many automotive segments have enjoyed anything even approaching appreciable growth over...
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Lol at the Honda with 73 units, it's amazing they even manage to stay in business with such tiny sales.
 
isnt the Jolion larger than all of the other cars mentioned ? If its on the list then the corolla cross should be here too.
 
REVIEW: Kia Sonet 1.5 LX is probably your safest SUV bet under R300 000

VERDICT

If you’re looking for an SUV that costs less than R300 000, the Kia Sonet 1.5 LX is probably going to tick most of your boxes.

Mechanically there’s nothing complicated going on, so it should prove reliable, although Kia’s high parts pricing could become a pain once the five-year, unlimited kilometre warranty falls away.

It’s a safe bet, then, and one that also looks modern and does everything you ask of it from a practicality, functionality and performance perspective. It’s not necessarily exciting, but it sure is a winner.

FACTS: Kia Sonet 1.5 LX manual

Price: R285 995 (March 2022)

Engine: 1.5-litre, 4-cylinder, petrol

Transmission: 6-speed manual

Drive: Front-wheel drive

Power: 85kW @ 6300rpm

Torque: 144Nm @ 4500rpm

0-100km/h: 11.3 seconds (claimed)

Top speed: 170km/h (claimed)

Fuel use: 7.0 litres per 100km (claimed)

Boot capacity: 392 litres

Kerb weight: 1145kg

Ground clearance: 190mm

Towing capacity: 1100kg (braked)

Fuel tank capacity : 45 litres

Warranty: 5-year/unlimited km

Service plan: 4-year/60 000km

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REVIEW: Kia Sonet 1.5 LX is probably your safest SUV bet under R300 000

Looking for a relatively affordable SUV? The Kia Sonet 1.5 LX falls under the R300 000 mark and ticks many important boxes:
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I've had mine for just over 6 months now and I must say that I am extremely happy with it.

A friend bought a Toyota Urban Cruiser (which I also considered at the time of buying) at the same time that I bought my Sonet and he left it with me for a while and I did a pretty extensive comparison and concluded that I made the right decision.
 
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