Kia is a popular car brand in South Africa and if you’re shopping for the best Kia models currently on the market then this article is for you!
Kia offers a comprehensive range of passenger and commercial vehicles to the local market and caters for various budgets.
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The quality of Kia cars has improved significantly in the last decade and with a good reputation for reliability and aftersales support, Kia has become a respected and sought-after car brand.
What are the best Kia models to buy in 2024, you ask? Well, the answer to that question will depend on what kind of car you are looking for and how much you can afford to spend on a car.
The #CarsAwards is South Africa’s most comprehensive and authoritative motoring awards programme and recognises the best new cars currently available. Kia has 3 finalists in the 2024/25 #CarsAwards sponsored by Absa and these products represent excellent buying propositions in their respective segments.
That means that if you choose to buy any one of the #CarsAwards finalists, you are undoubtedly buying one of the best cars in South Africa.
On that note, let’s take a closer look at the best Kia models you can buy in South Africa!
Best Kia models to buy in South Africa in 2024
Kia Sonet 1.5 LX Auto
The updated Kia Sonet was introduced recently and has received high praise in our recent review while also being identified as a finalist in the 2024/25 iteration of the #CarsAwards.
The Sonet 1.5 LX automatic is powered by a naturally-aspirated 1.5-litre petrol engine that produces 84 kW and 144 Nm of torque and is paired with a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT).
Buy a new Kia Sonet on Cars.co.za
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Kia Seltos 1.5 CRDi EX+
The Kia Seltos is one of the best compact family cars on the market and the diesel-powered Seltos in EX+ guise is arguably the pick of the range. An updated Kia Seltos arrived in South Africa earlier in 2024.
Under the bonnet is a 1.5-litre turbodiesel engine that offers 85 kW and 250 Nm of torque and is paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission.
Buy a new Kia Seltos on Cars.co.za
Buy used Kia Seltos on Cars.co.za
Kia Sportage 1.6 CRDi GT Line Plus
The Kia Sportage is the reigning Family Car category champion and represents an excellent buying proposition for any family car buyer.
The Sportage 1.6 CRDi GT Line Plus is powered by a 1.6-litre turbodiesel engine with 100 kW and 320 Nm of torque and is mated with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission.
