2023 Kia Sonet
VEHICLE HIGHLIGHTS
This 2023 Kia Sonet 1.0T EX 7DCT shows 55 500 km on the odo and is a well-specified turbo petrol with a dual-clutch gearbox; it sits competitively against comparable listings on Auto.co.za. The compact SUV packaging keeps it easy to live with while still offering the raised driving position buyers expect.
The G1.0 T‑GDi Smartstream engine and 7‑speed DCT give brisk midrange response and smooth lane-to-lane changes, making it practical for daily commuting, light touring and family runs with five seats and five doors. Boot and cabin flexibility suit school runs and short trips, and the drivetrain is economical in urban traffic compared with larger engines. Search for a Sonet 1.0T EX 7DCT or a new Sonet for sale if you want direct comparisons.
Located in Annlin‑Wes, Pretoria (Gauteng). Enquire to book a viewing or a test drive of this suv in Gauteng and compare similar Sonet listings on Auto.co.za.
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•reverse camera •park distance control (PDC) – rear •light sensor/automatic light control (auto on-off lights) •traction control •multi-function steering wheel controls •air conditioning •bluetooth connectivity •voice control VIA BT •driver airbag •front passenger airbag •anti-lock braking system (abs) •front fog lamps/lights •smash and grab •touchscreen radio •USB •AndroidAuto •Apple CarPlay •leather-cloth upholstery •ISOFIX - child seat mountings •autodim interior mirror •electric-adjust mirrors •remote central locking •power steering •electric windows •16" alloy wheels/rims
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Kia Sonet safety rating
Rated 1 out of 5 stars for adult occupant protection (3/5 for child occupants) — Global NCAP #SaferCarsForAfrica, 2026.
SA-market test (Test valid for: South Africa). Applies to derivatives matching the tested airbag/ESC spec only.
Kia Sonet
Kia’s Sonet lands in a street fight where every rand counts, shoulder to shoulder with the Suzuki Fronx, Renault Kiger, and Nissan Magnite. It’s a subcompact SUV for buyers chasing that raised stance and chunky look, but who simply won’t pay big-SUV money. Here’s the reality: every Sonet listed now is petrol-powered, and forget about new-car shopping—there’s no fresh stock, only six used examples ranging from R208,500 to R324,900. That’s a shallow pool, so you’ll need patience or be ready to compromise on spec, especially since the average odometer reads about 58,150 km from 2021 to 2024 models. The median sits at R259,945, which is right in the SA sweet spot for this segment, if you pack smart. Now, for specs that matter: the 1.5 EX CVT and 1.5 LX CVT each show up twice, clustered between R239,500 and R269,900. The lone 1.0T DCT EX, topping the pile at R324,900, is your choice if you’re after that turbo kick and dual-clutch smoothness—on paper at least, it’s what the Sonet should have been from the start. Prefer a stick? The entry 1.5 LX manual sits at R208,500. The big draw over something like the Kiger or Magnite isn’t just the badge—Kia’s build quality and that seven-year warranty, which transfers to the next owner, carry real weight for South African buyers, especially when cars clock this kind of mileage. That’s the point.
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2023 Kia Sonet
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