The Kia Sonet’s fuel consumption in South Africa varies by model and transmission, but the claimed figures for the 1.5-litre petrol engine range from 6.2 to 6.6 litres per 100 km, depending on whether you select the manual or automatic (CVT) gearbox[1][5][6]. Real-world consumption is typically between 6.9 and 7.6 L/100 km, with some testers achieving the manufacturer’s claims in mixed driving conditions and others noting slightly higher averages under typical use[3][5][7].
For the 2024 model lineup:
- 1.5-litre manual: 6.6 L/100 km (claimed average)
- 1.5-litre CVT (automatic): 6.2 L/100 km (claimed average)
In practical testing:
- Some reviewers reported achieving 6.9 L/100 km in regular use, slightly better than Kia’s own 7.2 L/100 km claim[3].
- Others found combined real-world figures closer to 7.0–7.6 L/100 km, depending on driving style[5][7].
- Freeway economy and short-haul trips can return figures below 7.0 L/100 km[7].
Overall, the Kia Sonet is considered to deliver good fuel efficiency for its segment in the South African market.