2023 Kia Sonet

Kia Sonet 1.5 Auto 2023 - SA specs

2023 = *First gen launch 2021, still pre-facelift*. 1.5 Auto in SA = only *EX 1.5 CVT* - main auto seller.

### Engine - 1.5 Auto 2023

- *Engine:* Smartstream G 1.5 MPI NA 16V DOHC CVVT
- *Capacity:* 1497 cc, 4-cyl
- *Power:* *85 kW @ 6300 rpm*
- *Torque:* *144 Nm @ 4500 rpm*
- *Gearbox:* *CVT Automatic* _IVT_, FWD, Drive modes Eco/Normal/Sport, 8-step manual mode
- *0-100:* 12.2s
- *Top speed:* 160 km/h
- *Fuel:* 6.1 L/100km claimed, Real 7.2L, Tank 45L
- *CO2:* 146 g/km
- *Towing:* 400kg unbraked / 800kg braked

_Note: No 1.0T Auto in SA 2023, only 1.0T manual and 1.5 manual. 1.5 Diesel Auto not in SA._

### Dimensions
- *LxWxH:* 4120 x 1790 x 1642 mm
- *Wheelbase:* 2500 mm
- *Ground clearance:* 205 mm _class best_
- *Boot:* *385L* / 1392L folded
- *Weight:* Kerb 1161 kg 1.5 EX Auto
- *Wheels:* 16" 195/60R16 alloys _EX_, 215/60R16 on EX+ / LX, Steel full size spare 15"
- *Brakes:* Front vented disc, Rear drum, ABS/EBD/BA
- *Suspension:* Front MacPherson, Rear torsion beam

### Trim 1.5 EX CVT Auto 2023 - R364,995 new
Trim 2023 Engine Price new
LS Manual 1.5 85kW MT R284,995
LX Manual 1.5 85kW MT R333,995
**EX Auto** **1.5 85kW CVT** **R364,995**
EX+ Auto? No - -
1.0T Manual 1.0T 88kW 6MT R366,995
*EX Auto 2023 what you get:*

- *Safety:* 6 airbags _first in class 2023 6 airbags_, ABS/EBD/VSC/HAC, TPMS, ISOFIX, Rear PDC + Rear camera
- *Exterior:* Halogen projector, LED DRL, Auto lights, Front fog, 16" alloys, Electric fold mirrors with indicators, Roof rails silver, Rear spoiler
- *Interior:* Fabric black/grey, Leather steering + knob, *Auto climate* single zone + rear AC vents _rare_, Cooled glovebox, Height adjustable driver, Armrest front
- *Tech:* *8" Touch* Wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto _Sonet 2023 wireless!_, Bluetooth, USB, 6 speakers, *Cruise control*, 4.2" cluster, Drive modes, Steering controls

*Missing vs LX:*
- LX manual has less: no auto climate, no alloy? Actually LX has alloys but no wireless CarPlay 2021

*Missing vs new Sonet 2024 facelift EX 1.5 CVT R366k:* 2024 adds LED headlights, 6 airbags same, 10.25" screen on EX, Blind spot on top

### Service & Warranty
- *Warranty:* 5yr/unlimited km
- *Service plan:* Optional 4yr/60,000 km _R13,900 2023_, Interval 15,000 km
- *CVT oil:* No change per book, change 60k if you keep
- *Common:* CVT good, wireless CarPlay disconnect fix update 2023

### Used 2026 SA
- 2023 EX 1.5 CVT 50k km: R249,900 - R269,900 xxx xxxx'>900 xxx xxxx LS 1.5 MT 60k km: R189,900
- 2023 LX 1.5 MT 50k km: R219,900

*Best cheap reliable auto SUV under R270k* - 205mm ground, 6 airbags, 7.2L real, CVT more reliable than VW T-Cross DSG.