Source type: iCAUR South Africa official May 2026 specification sheet
iCAUR 03T vs KIA Sorento
A proper head-to-head in South Africa — compare price, performance, fuel economy or electric range, safety and the details that shape long-term ownership.
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iCAUR 03T
2WD
Electric
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
Current
ZAR 639,900
ex-showroom
⚡ 135 kW
🔧 220 Nm
⛽ Not applicable — electric consumption measured in kWh/100 km km/l
VS
KIA Sorento
2.2 CRDi SXL AWD DCT
Diesel
8-Speed DCT
Current
ZAR 1,299,995
ex-showroom
⚡ 148 kW
🔧 440 Nm
⛽ 15.6 km/l
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Add a 3rd car
Decision summary
iCAUR 03T vs KIA Sorento: the short answer
03T and Sorento are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
03T starts ZAR 360,095 cheaper
03T from ZAR 639,900 · Sorento from ZAR 999,995
Five key differences
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| Specification | 03T | Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | 03T135 kW | Sorento148 kW @ 3800 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 03T220 Nm | Sorento440 Nm @ 1750 rpm |
| Engine Size | 03TNot applicable — battery electric vehicle | Sorento2151 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | 03TNot applicable — electric consumption measured in kWh/100 km km/l | Sorento15.6 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | 03T190 mm | Sorento185 mm |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Source type: Official OEM South Africa
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
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03T
Strengths
- Better fuel efficiency
Weak Spots
- Less powerful engine setup
- Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:
Published Efficiency
Sorento
Strengths
- More powerful engine output
- Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
- Lower fuel efficiency
Best suited to:
Published Performance
Which One's Right for You?
03T
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Sorento
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
- Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Full Specs, Side by Side
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| Spec | 03T | Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2026 | 2021 |
| Generation | South African May 2026 local specification sheet for the current 03T generation. | Fourth generation (MQ4); global launch 2020, SA 2021 |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Production Status | Published | active |
| Segment | Electric SUV | SUV |
| Vehicle Type | Passenger vehicle | SUV |
| Facelift History | - | Fourth generation (MQ4) launched SA 2021; updated spec 2024 |
| Facelift Launched Since | - | 2024 |
| Facelift Version Ending | - | Current |
| Color Note | - | Glacier White Pearl, Aurora Black Pearl, Steel Grey, Interstellar Grey, Gravity Blue |
| Dealer Stock Note | - | Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Drivetrain Note | - | Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 2.2 CRDi SXL AWD DCT |
| Tare Mass Kg | - | 1960 kg |
| Spec | 03T | Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4433 mm | 4810 mm |
| Width | 1916 mm | 1900 mm |
| Height | 1741 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2715 mm | 2815 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 190 mm | 185 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | 165 mm | 176 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | Not applicable — battery electric vehicle | 67 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 450 L rear seats up; 1,238 L with rear seats folded; 40 L rear storage box | 219 l |
| Kerb Weight | 1600–1950 kg | 1960 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 2173 kg | 2550 kg |
| Payload Capacity | 350–650 kg | 620 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Rows | 2 rows | 3 rows |
| Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 5.9 m | 11.2 m |
| Front Headroom | 1020 mm | 1010 mm |
| Rear Headroom | 990 mm | 955 mm |
| Front Legroom | 1060 mm | 1040 mm |
| Rear Legroom | 970 mm | 855 mm |
| Towing Capacity | - | 2000 kg |
| Spec | 03T | Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Battery electric drive; no combustion engine | 2.2-litre Turbocharged Diesel |
| Engine Code | Not applicable — no combustion engine code | D4HB |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Diesel |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | Not applicable — battery electric vehicle | 2151 cc |
| Cylinders | Not applicable — battery electric vehicle | 4 |
| Cylinder Layout | Not applicable — battery electric vehicle | Inline |
| Valves | Not applicable — battery electric vehicle | 16 |
| Valves per Cylinder | Not applicable — battery electric vehicle | 4 |
| Aspiration | Not applicable — battery electric vehicle | Turbocharged |
| Fuel System | Not applicable — battery electric vehicle | Common Rail Direct Injection |
| Compression Ratio | Not applicable — battery electric vehicle | 15.4:1 |
| Bore | Not applicable — battery electric vehicle | 85.4 mm |
| Stroke | Not applicable — battery electric vehicle | 94 mm |
| Maximum Power | 135 kW | 148 kW @ 3800 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 220 Nm | 440 Nm @ 1750 rpm |
| Combined Power | 135 kW | Not Applicable |
| Combined Torque | 220 Nm | Not Applicable |
| Motor Type | Electric traction motor | Not Applicable |
| Number of Motors | 1 | Not Applicable |
| Motor Location | Rear axle | Not Applicable |
| Drive Type | 2WD | AWD |
| Transmission | Single-Speed Reduction Gear | 8-Speed DCT |
| Top Speed | 150 km/h | 200 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 10.5 sec | 8.5 sec |
| Drive Modes | Eco, Normal, Sport, Custom | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rev Limiter | Not applicable — battery electric vehicle | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Battery Capacity | 65.69 kWh | Not Applicable |
| Usable Battery Capacity | 64.2 kWh | Not Applicable |
| Electric Range | 431 km | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Power | 6.6 kW | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Time | ≈10.0 h derived battery-capacity/6.6 kW; losses excluded | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Time | 30 min (30-80%) | Not Applicable |
| Quarter Mile | - | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Launch Control | - | No |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | - | 75.5 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | - | 224.5 Nm/tonne |
| Battery Type | - | Not Applicable |
| Battery Voltage | - | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Power | - | Not Applicable |
| Regenerative Braking | - | Not Applicable |
| Spec | 03T | Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | Single-Speed Reduction Gear | 8-Speed DCT |
| Drivetrain Layout | 2WD | FWD |
| Transfer Case | Not applicable to conventional BEV reduction drive | Not Applicable |
| Paddle Shifters | Not applicable — no conventional stepped gearbox | Yes |
| Number of Gears | 1 | 8 |
| Transmission Type | Single-Speed Reduction Gear | Dual Clutch Transmission |
| Clutch Type | Not applicable to conventional BEV reduction drive | Dry Dual Clutch |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Not Applicable | No |
| Gear Shift Type | Electric shift gear | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | 2WD | AWD |
| 4WD Engagement | Not applicable to conventional BEV reduction drive | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Hi Range | Not applicable to conventional BEV reduction drive | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Lo Range | Not applicable to conventional BEV reduction drive | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Selector | Not applicable to conventional BEV reduction drive | Not Applicable |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | Not applicable — no conventional stepped gearbox | Yes |
| Gearbox Type | Single-Speed Reduction Gear | 8-Speed DCT |
| Low Range Ratio | Not applicable to conventional BEV reduction drive | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | Not applicable to conventional BEV reduction drive | Not Applicable |
| Axle Layout | Electric drive axle(s); configuration depends on derivative | AWD |
| Transmission Speeds | 1 | 8 |
| Engine Position | - | Front Transverse |
| LSD Available | - | No |
| Differential Lock | - | No |
| Final Drive Ratio | - | 3.63 |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | - | 15.2:1 |
| Front Differential Lock | - | Not Applicable |
| Rear Differential Lock | - | Not Applicable |
| Transfer Case Guard | - | Not Available |
| Spec | 03T | Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | Not applicable — electric consumption measured in kWh/100 km km/l | 15.6 km/l |
| City Mileage | Not applicable — electric consumption measured in kWh/100 km km/l | 12.8 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | Not applicable — electric consumption measured in kWh/100 km km/l | 18.5 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | Not applicable — battery electric vehicle | 67 l |
| Emission Standard | Zero tailpipe emissions (BEV) | Euro 6 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not applicable — battery electric vehicle | No |
| Auto Start Stop | Not applicable — no combustion engine | Yes |
| Real-world Mileage | Not applicable — electric consumption measured in kWh/100 km km/l | 15.6 km/l |
| Charging Type | AC and DC charging; V2L external discharge 3.3 kW | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | Not applicable — battery electric vehicle | 67 |
| Combined Driving Range | 431 km | Not Applicable |
| Electric Consumption | 18.3 kWh/100 km | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Highway | 292 km | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Mixed | 344 km | Not Applicable |
| Low Fuel Warning | - | Yes |
| Charging Port Type | - | Not Applicable |
| Spec | 03T | Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | Dual front, front side and side curtain airbags | 7 |
| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Control | Yes | Yes |
| Traction Control | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Descent Control | Yes | Not Available |
| Hill Start Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Direct tyre pressure monitoring | Yes |
| Engine Immobiliser | Body anti-theft alarm and anti-theft horn | Yes |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Driver and front passenger seatbelt reminders | Yes |
| Front Parking Sensors | Front parking sensors | Yes |
| AEB | Automatic emergency braking | Yes |
| BA | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Override System | Yes | Yes |
| Curtain Airbags | Yes | Yes |
| Driver Airbag | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold | Yes | Yes |
| Passenger Airbag | Yes | Yes |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Front pretensioner seat belts | Yes |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Yes | Yes |
| Side Airbags | Yes | Yes |
| Stability Control | Yes | Yes |
| TCS | Yes | Yes |
| ABS EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Child Safety Lock | - | Yes |
| Alarm System | - | Yes |
| Central Locking | - | Yes |
| Side Impact Beams | - | Yes |
| Speed Alert System | - | Yes |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | - | Yes |
| Safety Rating | - | 5 |
| Whiplash Protection | - | Yes |
| Lane Change Warning | - | Yes |
| Engine Immobiliser | - | Yes |
| Fatigue Detection | - | Yes |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | - | Yes |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | - | Yes |
| Knee Airbag | - | Yes |
| Anti Theft Alarm | - | Yes |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | - | 7 |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | - | 7 |
| ESC With Traction Control | - | Yes |
| Spec | 03T | Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Adaptive cruise control | Yes |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Lane Keep Assist | Lane keeping assistance | Yes |
| Lane Departure Warning | Lane keeping assistance | Yes |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Blind-spot detection | Yes |
| Parking Sensors | Front and rear parking sensors | Yes |
| Rear View Camera | Reverse camera | Yes |
| 360 Degree Camera | 540° HD panoramic image | Yes |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Automatic emergency braking | Yes |
| Auto Highbeam | Automatic highbeam control | Yes |
| Auto Wipers | Auto speed-sensing front wiper | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Rear parking sensors | Yes |
| Reverse Camera | Reverse camera | Yes |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Around View Monitor | 540° HD panoramic image | Yes |
| Blind Spot Warning | Blind-spot detection | Yes |
| Forward Collision Warning | Forward collision warning | Yes |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | - | Yes |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | - | Yes |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | - | No |
| Auto Lights | - | Yes |
| Eco Mode | - | Yes |
| EV Mode | - | No |
| Sport Mode | - | Yes |
| Park Assist | - | Yes |
| Emergency Braking | - | Yes |
| Front Camera | - | Yes |
| Parking Distance Sensors | - | Yes |
| Parking Sensor | - | Yes |
| Automatic High Beam | - | Yes |
| Pre-Collision System | - | Yes |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | - | Yes |
| Rear View Camera | - | Yes |
| Reverse Camera Type | - | Yes |
| Reversing Camera | - | Yes |
| Surround View Camera | 540° HD panoramic image | Yes |
| Spec | 03T | Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Leather seats | Leather |
| Heated Seats | Not fitted to 2WD local sheet | Yes |
| Ventilated Seats | Yes | Yes |
| Ambient Lighting | Multi-colour ambient light | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather steering wheel | Leather |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Foldable second-row seats | Yes |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | 6-way power adjustment | 8-Way Power |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | 4-way power adjustment | 4-Way Power |
| Seat Trim | Leather | Leather |
| Seat Adjustment | - | 8-Way Power |
| Steering Type | - | Yes |
| Steering Adjustment | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Folding Rear Seats | - | Yes |
| Front Armrest | - | Centre Armrest |
| Rear Armrest | - | Yes |
| Front Shoulder Room | - | 1405 mm |
| Rear Shoulder Room | - | 1350 mm |
| Cup Holders | - | 6 |
| Rear AC Vents | - | Yes |
| Rear USB Ports | - | Yes |
| Instrument Cluster Type | - | Digital |
| Interior Colour Options | - | Black |
| Driver Lumbar Support | - | Yes |
| Door Map Pockets | - | Yes |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | - | 8-Way Power |
| Adjustable Front Seat | - | 4-Way Power |
| Cooled Seats | - | Yes |
| Fabric Seats | - | No |
| Front Headrest | - | Adjustable |
| Leather Seats | - | Yes |
| Memory Seats | - | Yes |
| Rear Headrest | - | Adjustable |
| Armrest Front | - | Centre Armrest |
| Armrest Rear | - | Yes |
| Boot Space Seats Down | - | 616 |
| Driver Seat | - | 8-Way Power |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | - | 12.3+12.3-inch panoramic curved display, Bose Premium Sound, dual panoramic sunroof (SX/SXL), 360-degree AVM (SX/SXL), ventilated front seats, heated second row, highway driving assist, 7 seats |
| Interior Trim Colour | - | Black |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | - | Leather |
| Interior Colours | - | Black |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | - | Yes |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | - | Yes |
| Seat Belt Warning | - | Yes |
| Seat Fold Type | - | Yes |
| Spec | 03T | Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| Climate Control | Power air conditioner | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Keyless Entry | Remote central locking; passive keyless access equipment-dependent | Yes |
| Push Button Start | Electronic engine start/stop or EV power-on control | Yes |
| Wireless Charging | 50 W wireless phone charging | Yes |
| Sunroof | Panoramic sunroof with anti-pinch | Yes |
| Electric Tailgate | Powered tailgate optional on applicable hatch/SUV bodies | Yes |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Automatic rain-sensing wipers optional or equipment-dependent | Yes |
| AC Type | Power air conditioner | Yes |
| Load Bed Length | - | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | - | Not Applicable |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Yes |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | - | Yes |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | 616 l |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | 616 l |
| Rear Window Defroster | - | Yes |
| Electric Mirror Folding | - | Yes |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | - | Yes |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | - | Yes |
| 12V Accessory Socket | - | Yes |
| Speed Limiter | - | Yes |
| Adaptive Dampers | - | No |
| Aero Kit | - | No |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | - | Yes |
| Boot Opener | - | Remote |
| Chrome Exterior Highlights | - | No |
| Chrome Grille | - | Yes |
| Climate Zones | - | 2 |
| Door Ajar Warning | - | Yes |
| Drag Coefficient | - | 0.35 |
| Driver Display | - | Digital Cluster |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | - | Yes |
| Engine Check Warning | - | Yes |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | - | Yes |
| Engine Start Stop | Electronic engine start/stop or EV power-on control | Yes |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Electronic engine start/stop or EV power-on control | Yes |
| Engine Warranty | - | 7 Years / 150,000 km |
| Front Armrest | - | Centre Armrest |
| Front Power Outlet | - | Yes |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | - | 6.4 |
| Fuel Lid Opener | - | Remote |
| Glovebox Cooling | - | No |
| Headlamp Height Adjust | - | Yes |
| Headlamp Washer | - | No |
| Headrest Adjustable | - | Yes |
| Heads Up Display | - | Yes |
| Hill Start Assist | - | Yes |
| Impact Sensing Door Unlock | - | Yes |
| Intercooler | - | Yes |
| Multi Function Steering | - | Yes |
| Panoramic Roof | Panoramic sunroof with anti-pinch | Yes |
| Performance Data Logger | - | No |
| Power Mirrors | - | Yes |
| Push Button Start | Electronic engine start/stop or EV power-on control | Yes |
| Rear Defogger | - | Yes |
| Rear Reading Lamps | - | Yes |
| Rear Seat Split | - | Yes |
| Rear Wing | - | Yes |
| Remote Engine Start | - | No |
| Rev Matching | - | No |
| Ride Mode Selection | - | Yes |
| Roof Antenna | - | Yes |
| Seat Type | - | Leather Seats |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | - | Yes |
| Service Reminder | - | Yes |
| Side Steps | - | No |
| Skid Plates | - | No |
| Spare Wheel | - | Temporary Spare |
| Speed Alert System | - | Yes |
| Stabilizer Bar | - | Yes |
| Steering Mounted Controls | - | Yes |
| Steering Response | - | Normal |
| Tachometer | - | Yes |
| Tail Lamps | - | Yes |
| Telescopic Steering | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Tilt Steering | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Trip Computer | - | Yes |
| Tyre Repair Kit | - | No |
| Vanity Mirror | - | Yes |
| Voice Command | - | Yes |
| Voice Command Support | - | Yes |
| Accelerator 0 100 | - | 8.5 sec |
| Air Conditioning | Power air conditioner | Yes |
| Automatic High Beam | - | Yes |
| Battery Preconditioning | - | Not Available |
| Bed Extender | - | Not Available |
| Bottle Holders | - | 6 |
| Canopy Fitment | - | Not Available |
| Centre Console | - | Centre Armrest |
| Common Rail Injection | - | Common Rail Direct Injection |
| Diff Lock | - | No |
| Difflock | - | No |
| Digital Speedometer | - | Yes |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | - | Yes |
| Front Wiper | - | No |
| Front Wipers Type | - | No |
| Glove Box | - | Yes |
| Heated Mirrors | - | Yes |
| Intelligent Battery System | - | Not Available |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | - | Yes |
| Lift Gate | - | Yes |
| Load Bed Cover | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Light | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Steps | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Length Mm | - | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Width Mm | - | Not Applicable |
| Manual Aircon | - | Yes |
| Mirror | - | Electric |
| One Pedal Driving | - | Not Available |
| Passive Entry Start | - | Yes |
| Power Sliding Doors | - | No |
| Power Socket 12v | - | Yes |
| Powered Tailgate | - | Yes |
| Reading Lights Rear | - | Yes |
| Rear Air Conditioning | - | Yes |
| Rear Electric Motor | - | Not Available |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | - | Yes |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | - | Yes |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | - | Not Available |
| Remote Central Locking | - | Yes |
| Remote Side Mirror | - | Yes |
| Remote Start | - | No |
| Rim Size | 19 in | 255/45 R20 |
| Roof Load | - | 100 kg |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | - | Yes |
| Side Impact Bars | - | Yes |
| Sonar | - | Yes |
| Sound System | 8 | 12 |
| Source Model Column | - | sorento |
| Sport Plus Mode | - | Not Available |
| Sports Bar | - | Not Available |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | - | Yes |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | - | Yes |
| Steering Column Adjustment | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Sub Frame | - | Unibody |
| Surround View Monitor | 540° HD panoramic image | Yes |
| Tailgate Damper | - | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | - | Not Available |
| Tow Bar Type | - | Not Available |
| TPMS | Direct tyre pressure monitoring | Yes |
| Trim Level | - | flagship |
| Unlocking | Remote central locking; passive keyless access equipment-dependent | Yes |
| Vanity Mirror Illuminated | - | Yes |
| Variant Role | - | Flagship / premium derivative |
| Vdc | - | Yes |
| Vehicle To Grid | - | Not Available |
| Vehicle To Load | - | Not Available |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | - | Yes |
| Walk Away Lock | - | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | 50 W wireless phone charging | Yes |
| Spec | 03T | Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | 15.6 in touchscreen infotainment | 12.3-inch Touchscreen |
| Apple CarPlay | Wireless Apple CarPlay | Yes |
| Android Auto | Wireless Android Auto | Yes |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Yes | Yes |
| Number of Speakers | 8 | 12 |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | 9.2 in LCD cluster | Yes |
| USB Ports | 1 USB Type-C plus 3 USB ports | 4 |
| Infotainment Screen | 15.6 in | 12.3 |
| Touchscreen | 15.6 in | 12.3 |
| Navigation System | - | Yes |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Wireless Apple CarPlay | Yes |
| Wireless Android Auto | Wireless Android Auto | Yes |
| FM Radio | - | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Yes |
| Voice Recognition | - | Yes |
| AUX Input | - | No |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 15.6 in | 12.3 |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | - | No |
| Audio Controls On Steering | - | Yes |
| Infotainment Display | - | 12.3 |
| Rear Usb | - | Yes |
| Premium Audio | - | Yes |
| Audio | - | Yes |
| Audio Speakers | 8 | 12 |
| Audio System | - | Yes |
| Display Audio | - | 12.3-inch Touchscreen |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | - | 4 |
| Head Up Display | - | Yes |
| Multi Information Display | - | Digital |
| Connected Services | - | Yes |
| Voice Control | - | Yes |
| Smartphone Connectivity | - | Yes |
| Radio | - | Yes |
| Spec | 03T | Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
| Daytime Running Lamps | LED daytime running lights | Yes |
| Fog Lamps | Rear fog lamp | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Body style and optional package dependent; not confirmed for this exact derivative | Yes |
| Exterior Colour Options | Carbon Crystal Black; Toronto Red; Starlight Silver; Cyan Grey; Khaki; White | Multiple |
| Headlights | Yes | Yes |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic sunroof with anti-pinch | Yes |
| Alloy Wheel Design | - | Alloy Alloy |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | - | No |
| Body Cladding | - | Yes |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Yes |
| Roof Type | - | Standard |
| Wing Mirror Type | - | Electric |
| Rear Wiper | - | No |
| Door Handle Finish | - | Body Colour |
| Body Type | - | SUV |
| DRL | LED daytime running lights | Yes |
| Fog Lights | - | Yes |
| Front Fog Lights | - | Yes |
| Led Headlights | Yes | Yes |
| Led Taillights | - | Yes |
| Rear Fog Lights | - | Yes |
| Front Overhang | - | 900 mm |
| Rear Overhang | - | 1095 mm |
| Auto Headlights | - | Yes |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Yes |
| Daytime Running Lights | LED daytime running lights | Yes |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | - | Standard |
| Exterior Colour Options | - | 5 |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | - | Body Colour |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | - | Yes |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | - | Yes |
| Front Fog Lamps | Rear fog lamp | Yes |
| Headlamp Levelling | - | Yes |
| Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight Type | Yes | Yes |
| Load Bed Liner | - | Not Available |
| Active Exhaust | - | Not Available |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Yes |
| Spec | 03T | Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| Terrain Modes | Eco, Normal, Sport, Custom | Not Available |
| 4WD System Type | Not applicable to conventional BEV reduction drive | Not Applicable |
| Approach Angle | - | 19 deg |
| Departure Angle | - | 20 deg |
| Wading Depth | - | Not Available |
| Locking Differential | - | No |
| Underbody Protection | - | Yes |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | - | 17 deg |
| Recovery Hooks | - | No |
| Hill Descent Control | Yes | Not Available |
| Ramp-over Angle | - | 19 deg |
| Approach Angle Deg | - | 19 deg |
| Breakover Angle | - | 17 deg |
| Departure Angle Deg | - | 20 deg |
| Energy Recovery Display | - | Not Available |
| Ground Clearance Max | - | 185 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | - | 185 mm |
| Off Road Descent Control | - | Not Available |
| Crawl Control | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Response System | - | Not Available |
| Underbody Camera | - | Not Available |
| Spec | 03T | Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 245/55 R19 | 255/45 R20 |
| Front Brake Type | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Wheel Rim Size | 19 in | 255/45 R20 |
| Wheel Type | - | Alloy Alloy |
| Spare Wheel Type | - | Temporary Spare |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | - | 340 mm |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | - | 305 mm |
| Parking Brake Type | - | Electronic |
| Tyre Load Index | - | 107 |
| Tyre Speed Rating | - | H |
| Brake Type Front | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Brake Type Rear | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Spare Tyre | - | Temporary Spare |
| Tyre Type | - | Radial |
| Front Tyre Width | - | 235 mm |
| Rear Tyre Width | - | 235 mm |
| Wheel Diameter | 19 in | 255/45 R20 |
| Auto Brake Hold | - | Electronic |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | - | Yes |
| Brakes | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Cornering Brake Control | - | Yes |
| Electric Park Brake | - | Electronic |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | - | Yes |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | - | Not Available |
| Handbrake Type | - | Electronic |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | - | Yes |
| Leather Steering Wheel | - | Leather |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | - | Temporary Spare |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | - | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | - | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Trim | - | Leather |
| Tyre Pressure Display | - | Yes |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Direct tyre pressure monitoring | Yes |
| Wheel Material | - | Alloy Alloy |
| Wheel Size Type | - | 255/45 R20 |
| Wheels | - | Alloy Alloy |
| Spec | 03T | Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| Front Suspension | McPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link | Multi-Link |
| Front Track Width | - | 1640 mm |
| Rear Track Width | - | 1644 mm |
| Chassis Type | - | Unibody |
| Power Steering | - | Yes |
| Steering Column | - | Adjustable |
| Front Spring Type | - | Coil Spring |
| Rear Spring Type | - | Coil Spring |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | - | Yes |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | - | Yes |
| Shock Absorber Type | - | Telescopic |
| Chassis Material | - | Unibody |
| Front Suspension Type | McPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| MagneRide Damping | - | Not Available |
| Rear Axle Type | - | Multi-Link |
| Rear Suspension Type | Multi-Link | Multi-Link |
| Shock Absorbers | - | Telescopic |
| Suspension | - | MacPherson Strut |
| Spec | 03T | Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | Not applicable — battery electric vehicle | 167 g/km |
| Start Stop System | - | Yes |
| Hybrid System Type | - | Not Available |
| Noise Level | - | 69 dB |
| Variable Valve Timing | - | No |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | - | B7 Diesel |
| Particulate Filter | - | DPF |
| Euro Emission Standard | - | Euro 6 |
| Green NCAP Rating | - | 5 |
| Idle CO2 Output | - | 175 |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | - | No |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | - | 167 |
| Spec | 03T | Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| Service Plan | 5 years/100,000 km service plan in the official South African press material; confirm final booklet. | 3 Years / 45,000 km |
| Service Interval | - | 15000 |
| Approx Service Cost | - | R4,200 per service |
| Battery Warranty | - | 7 Years / 150,000 km |
| Maintenance Plan | - | 3 Years / 45,000 km |
| Engine Oil Capacity | - | 6.0 l |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | - | 15000 |
| First Service At | - | 15000 |
| Service Plan Duration | 5 years/100,000 km service plan in the official South African press material; confirm final booklet. | 3 Years / 45,000 km |
| Service Plan Distance | 5 years/100,000 km service plan in the official South African press material; confirm final booklet. | 3 Years / 45,000 km |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | - | Yes |
| Alternator | - | Yes |
| Service Intervals | - | 15000 |
| Spec | 03T | Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Current local retail price; confirm quotation inclusions, warranty and service plan with iCAUR South Africa. | Flagship |
| Price Zar | 639900 ZAR | 1299995 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Current South African retail price | Current listed price |
| Starting Price | 639900 | 1299995 |
| Starting Price Zar | 639900 | 1299995 |
| Spec | 03T | Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty | Vehicle warranty 8 years/200,000 km; high-voltage battery warranty 8 years/160,000 km in official South African press material. | 7 Years / 150,000 km |
| Warranty Years | Vehicle warranty 8 years/200,000 km; high-voltage battery warranty 8 years/160,000 km in official South African press material. | 7 Years / 150,000 km |
| Warranty Kilometers | Vehicle warranty 8 years/200,000 km; high-voltage battery warranty 8 years/160,000 km in official South African press material. | 7 Years / 150,000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | - | 5 Years |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | - | 5 Years |
| Basic Warranty | Vehicle warranty 8 years/200,000 km; high-voltage battery warranty 8 years/160,000 km in official South African press material. | 7 Years / 150,000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | - | 5 Years |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | - | 5 Years |
| Spec | 03T | Sorento |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | - | 10.9 l/100km |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | - | 14.1 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | - | 16.7 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | - | 19.4 l/100km |
In depth: how these cars differ
This 03T and Sorento comparison uses the exact derivatives selected above for South Africa. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: 03T 51 vs Sorento 74.
Efficiency index: 03T 99 vs Sorento 61.
Safety-equipment index: 03T 93 vs Sorento 100.
Practicality index: 03T 64 vs Sorento 64.
Ownership-cover index: 03T not separately scored vs Sorento 71.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.
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Specification Evidence Index
A transparent comparison of published catalogue fields. This is not a road-test score, owner rating or editorial review rating, and it appears only when every vehicle clears the same comparable-data threshold.
Evidence-index readout
03T leads by 0 points
03T and Sorento are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Evidence leader
75
/100
Lead
0
points
Data
67%
source coverage
75
#1
Evidence leader
03T
67% source coverage
2 strong categories
Best at
Efficiency 99
Check
Performance 51
Performance
51
Efficiency
99
Safety
93
Practicality
64
Leads by 0 points
75
#2
Sorento
99% source coverage
3 strong categories
Best at
Safety 100
Check
Efficiency 61
Performance
74
Efficiency
61
Safety
100
Practicality
64
Ownership
71
Performance 24%
Safety 22%
Practicality 22%
Efficiency 17%
Ownership 15%
Category leaders
What moves the verdict
Performance
Sorento +23
Efficiency
03T +38
Safety
Sorento +7
Practicality
Level
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
03T
Performance
51/100
Efficiency
99/100
Safety
93/100
Practicality
64/100
Sorento
Performance
74/100
Efficiency
61/100
Safety
100/100
Practicality
64/100
Ownership
71/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
iCAUR 03T
leads the specification evidence index with 75 pts
vs 75 pts for Sorento
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, 03T leads. However, Sorento may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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03T vs Sorento questions
There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the models and available derivatives in South Africa on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.
Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.
Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.
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