Source type: Suzuki Auto South Africa Across brochure, April 2026
Suzuki Across vs KIA Sonet Panel Van
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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Suzuki Across
1.5 GLX 6AT
Petrol Mild Hybrid
6-Speed Automatic
Current
ZAR 464,900
ex-showroom
⚡ 76 kW
🔧 137 Nm
⛽ 18.9 km/l
VS
KIA Sonet Panel Van
1.5 LS Panel Van CVT
Petrol
CVT
Current
ZAR 359,995
ex-showroom
⚡ 85 kW
🔧 143 Nm
⛽ 16.9 km/l
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Decision summary
Suzuki Across vs KIA Sonet Panel Van: the short answer
Across and Sonet Panel Van are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Sonet Panel Van starts ZAR 9,905 cheaper
Across from ZAR 349,900 · Sonet Panel Van from ZAR 339,995
Five key differences
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| Specification | Across | Sonet Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | Across75.8 kW @ 6000 rpm | Sonet Panel Van85 kW @ 6300 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | Across136.8 Nm @ 4400 rpm | Sonet Panel Van143 Nm @ 4000 rpm |
| Engine Size | Across1462 cc | Sonet Panel Van1497 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | Across18.9 km/l | Sonet Panel Van16.9 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | Across210 mm | Sonet Panel Van211 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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Across
Strengths
- Better fuel efficiency
- Stronger listed safety equipment
- Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
- Less powerful engine setup
Best suited to:
Published Efficiency
Published Practicality
Sonet Panel Van
Strengths
- More powerful engine output
Weak Spots
- Lower fuel efficiency
- Fewer listed safety features
- Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:
Published Performance
Which One's Right for You?
Across
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
- Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Sonet Panel Van
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
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| Spec | Across | Sonet Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2026 | 2022 |
| Generation | First South African generation of the current Across | Commercial derivative of first-generation Sonet BC3 platform |
| Facelift History | All-new March 2026 South African launch model; no facelift yet | No significant facelift; tracks Sonet passenger model updates |
| Facelift Launched Since | Original current-generation version | Original current-generation version |
| Facelift Version Ending | Current | Current |
| Body Style | Five-door compact SUV | Van |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Production Status | active | active |
| Segment | C-segment family SUV | Van |
| Tare Mass Kg | 1200-1250 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Type | Passenger vehicle | Van |
| Color Note | - | Clear White, Aurora Black Pearl |
| Dealer Stock Note | - | Mid grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Spec | Across | Sonet Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4360 mm | 3995 mm |
| Width | 1795 mm | 1790 mm |
| Height | 1655 mm | 1635 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2600 mm | 2500 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 210 mm | 211 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | Not Officially Disclosed | 190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 l | 45 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 333 l | 1296 l |
| Kerb Weight | Not Officially Disclosed | 1230 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | Not Officially Disclosed | 1670 kg |
| Payload Capacity | 460 kg | 350 kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | 1100 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Rows | 2 rows | 1 rows |
| Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 5.4 m | 10.4 m |
| Front Headroom | Not Officially Disclosed | 990 mm |
| Rear Headroom | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Front Legroom | Not Officially Disclosed | 1030 mm |
| Rear Legroom | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Spec | Across | Sonet Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Front Track Width | 1530 mm | 1544 mm |
| Rear Track Width | 1535 mm | 1536 mm |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion beam | Coupled Torsion Beam |
| Power Steering | Electronic rack-and-pinion | Yes |
| Steering Column | Tilt and telescopic adjustment | Adjustable |
| Chassis Type | - | Unibody |
| 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 | MacPherson strut | MacPherson Strut |
| MagneRide Damping | - | Not Available |
| Rear Axle Type | - | Coupled Torsion Beam |
| Rear Suspension Type | Torsion beam | Coupled Torsion Beam |
| Shock Absorbers | - | Telescopic |
| Suspension | - | MacPherson Strut |
| Spec | Across | Sonet Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Load Bed Length | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Climate Control | Automatic | No |
| Power Windows | Front and rear; driver one-touch up/down | Yes |
| Keyless Entry | Standard | No |
| Push Button Start | Standard | No |
| Wireless Charging | Front Qi charger standard | No |
| Sunroof | Panoramic | No |
| Electric Tailgate | Smart powered hands-free tailgate | No |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | Standard | No |
| Rear Window Defroster | Electric demister | Yes |
| 12V Accessory Socket | 2 x 12V (front and luggage area) | Yes |
| AC Type | Automatic | No |
| Heads Up Display | Standard | No |
| Power Mirrors | Electric folding | Yes |
| Loadbox Length Mm | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Width Mm | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | No |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | 1143 l |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | 1143 l |
| Electric Mirror Folding | - | No |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | - | No |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | - | Yes |
| Speed Limiter | - | Yes |
| Adaptive Dampers | - | No |
| Aero Kit | - | No |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | - | No |
| Boot Opener | - | Remote |
| Chrome Exterior Highlights | - | No |
| Chrome Grille | - | Yes |
| Climate Zones | - | 1 |
| Door Ajar Warning | - | Yes |
| Drag Coefficient | - | 0.34 |
| Driver Display | - | Digital Cluster |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | Electric folding | Yes |
| Engine Check Warning | - | Yes |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | - | No |
| Engine Start Stop | Standard | No |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Standard | No |
| Engine Warranty | - | 7 Years / 150,000 km |
| Front Armrest | - | Yes |
| Front Power Outlet | - | Yes |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | - | 5.9 |
| Fuel Lid Opener | - | Remote |
| Glovebox Cooling | - | No |
| Headlamp Height Adjust | - | Yes |
| Headlamp Washer | - | No |
| Headrest Adjustable | - | Yes |
| Hill Start Assist | - | Yes |
| Impact Sensing Door Unlock | - | Yes |
| Intercooler | - | No |
| Multi Function Steering | - | Yes |
| Panoramic Roof | Panoramic | No |
| Performance Data Logger | - | No |
| Push Button Start | Standard | No |
| Rear Defogger | - | Yes |
| Rear Reading Lamps | - | Yes |
| Rear Seat Split | - | Yes |
| Rear Wing | - | Yes |
| Remote Engine Start | - | No |
| Rev Matching | - | No |
| Ride Mode Selection | - | No |
| Roof Antenna | - | Yes |
| Seat Type | - | Fabric Seats |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | - | Yes |
| Service Reminder | - | Yes |
| Side Steps | - | No |
| Skid Plates | - | No |
| Spare Wheel | Full-size spare | Temporary Spare |
| Speed Alert System | - | Yes |
| Stabilizer Bar | - | Yes |
| Steering Mounted Controls | Audio, cruise control and hands-free phone | Yes |
| Steering Response | - | Normal |
| Tachometer | - | Yes |
| Tail Lamps | Connected rear LED 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 | - | 11.2 sec |
| Air Conditioning | Automatic | No |
| Automatic High Beam | - | No |
| Battery Preconditioning | - | Not Available |
| Bed Extender | - | Not Available |
| Bottle Holders | - | 4 |
| Canopy Fitment | - | Not Available |
| Centre Console | - | Centre Armrest |
| Common Rail Injection | - | Gasoline Direct Injection |
| Diff Lock | - | No |
| Difflock | - | No |
| Digital Speedometer | - | Yes |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | - | No |
| Front Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Front Wiper | - | Yes |
| Front Wipers Type | - | Yes |
| Glove Box | - | Yes |
| Heated Mirrors | - | No |
| Intelligent Battery System | - | Not Available |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | - | No |
| Lift Gate | - | No |
| Load Bed Cover | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Light | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Steps | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | - | Not Available |
| Manual Aircon | - | No |
| Mirror | - | Electric |
| One Pedal Driving | - | Not Available |
| Passive Entry Start | - | No |
| Power Socket 12v | - | Yes |
| Powered Tailgate | - | No |
| Reading Lights Rear | - | Yes |
| Rear Air Conditioning | - | No |
| Rear Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Rear Electric Motor | - | Not Available |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | - | Yes |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | - | No |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | - | Not Available |
| Remote Central Locking | - | Yes |
| Remote Side Mirror | - | Yes |
| Remote Start | - | No |
| Rim Size | 17-inch machined alloy | 215/60 R16 |
| Roof Load | - | 50 kg |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | - | Yes |
| Side Impact Bars | - | Yes |
| Sonar | - | Yes |
| Sound System | 8-speaker Infinity | 4 |
| Source Model Column | - | sonet-panel-van |
| 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 | Standard | No |
| Tailgate Damper | - | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | - | Not Available |
| Tow Bar Type | - | Not Available |
| TPMS | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Trim Level | - | mid |
| Unlocking | Standard | No |
| Vanity Mirror Illuminated | - | Yes |
| Variant Role | - | Commercial utility derivative |
| Vdc | - | Yes |
| Vehicle To Grid | - | Not Available |
| Vehicle To Load | - | Not Available |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | - | No |
| Walk Away Lock | - | No |
| Wireless Charger | Front Qi charger standard | No |
| Spec | Across | Sonet Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol Mild Hybrid | 1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol |
| Engine Code | K15C | G4LC |
| Fuel Type | Petrol Mild Hybrid | Petrol |
| Hybrid System | 12V Mild Hybrid | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 1462 cc | 1497 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Cylinder Layout | Inline | Inline |
| Valves | 16 | 16 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated | Naturally Aspirated |
| Fuel System | Multi-Point Injection | Direct Injection |
| Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Bore | 74 mm | 75 mm |
| Stroke | 85 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Maximum Power | 75.8 kW @ 6000 rpm | 85 kW @ 6300 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 136.8 Nm @ 4400 rpm | 143 Nm @ 4000 rpm |
| Combined Power | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Combined Torque | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Motor Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Number of Motors | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Motor Location | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Transmission | 6-Speed Automatic | CVT |
| Top Speed | Not Officially Disclosed | 172 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | Not Officially Disclosed | 11.2 sec |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Launch Control | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Rev Limiter | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 69.1 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 116.3 Nm/tonne |
| Battery Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Usable Battery Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Battery Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Battery Voltage | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Electric Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Time | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Time | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Regenerative Braking | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Spec | Across | Sonet Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | 6-speed automatic | Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) |
| Drivetrain Layout | Front-engine, front-wheel drive | FWD |
| LSD Available | Not Applicable | No |
| Transfer Case | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Differential Lock | Not Applicable | No |
| Paddle Shifters | Standard | No |
| Final Drive Ratio | 3.683 | 3.56 |
| Number of Gears | 6 | CVT |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Continuously Variable Transmission |
| Clutch Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Torque Converter |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Gear Shift Type | Straight-gate automatic selector | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | 2WD front-wheel drive | FWD |
| 4WD Engagement | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Hi Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Lo Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Selector | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | Standard | No |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Gearbox Type | 6-speed automatic | Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Axle Layout | 4x2 | FWD |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Transmission Speeds | 6 | CVT |
| Engine Position | - | Front Transverse |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | - | 15.1:1 |
| Differential Type Front | - | Not Available |
| Differential Type Rear | - | Not Available |
| Transfer Case Guard | - | Not Available |
| Spec | Across | Sonet Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 18.9 km/l | 16.9 km/l |
| City Mileage | 15.3 km/l | 13.7 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | 22.0 km/l | 20.0 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 l | 45 l |
| Emission Standard | Not Officially Disclosed | Euro 6 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not Applicable | No |
| Auto Start Stop | Engine auto stop/start system standard | Yes |
| Real-world Mileage | 18.9 km/l | 16.9 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 45 | 45 |
| Combined Driving Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Electric Consumption | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Highway | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Mixed | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Low Fuel Warning | - | Yes |
| Spec | Across | Sonet Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 6 | 6 |
| ABS | Standard | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard | Yes |
| Traction Control | Standard through ESP | Yes |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Hill Start Assist | Standard | Yes |
| Child Safety Lock | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| ISOFIX Mounts | 2 rear anchor positions | Yes |
| Brake Assist | DSBS II brake assist | Yes |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Engine Immobiliser | Standard | Yes |
| Alarm System | Standard | Yes |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Front seats only; rear reminder not available | Yes |
| Front Parking Sensors | Standard | No |
| AEB | Standard | No |
| BA | DSBS II brake assist | Yes |
| Brake Override System | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Curtain Airbags | Standard | Yes |
| Driver Airbag | Standard | Yes |
| EBD | Standard | Yes |
| Engine Immobiliser | Standard | Yes |
| Hill Hold | Standard | Yes |
| Passenger Airbag | Standard | Yes |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Alert | No |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Front seats | Yes |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front seats only | Yes |
| Side Airbags | Standard | Yes |
| Stability Control | Standard | Yes |
| TCS | Standard through ESP | Yes |
| Knee Airbag | Not Available | No |
| ABS EBD | Standard | Yes |
| Central Locking | - | Yes |
| Side Impact Beams | - | Yes |
| Speed Alert System | - | Yes |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | - | No |
| Safety Rating | - | 5 |
| Whiplash Protection | - | Yes |
| Lane Change Warning | - | No |
| Fatigue Detection | - | No |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | - | No |
| Anti Theft Alarm | - | Yes |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | - | 6 |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | - | 6 |
| ESC With Traction Control | - | Yes |
| Spec | Across | Sonet Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Adaptive | Yes |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Standard | No |
| Lane Keep Assist | Standard | No |
| Lane Departure Warning | Standard | No |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Standard | No |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Alert | No |
| Parking Sensors | Front and rear | Yes |
| Rear View Camera | Surround-view camera | Yes |
| 360 Degree Camera | Standard | No |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Standard | No |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Weaving alert | No |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Auto Highbeam | Standard | No |
| Auto Wipers | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Standard | Yes |
| Reverse Camera | Surround-view camera | Yes |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Standard | No |
| Park Assist | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Around View Monitor | Standard | No |
| Blind Spot Warning | Standard | No |
| Forward Collision Warning | DSBS II warning | No |
| Surround View Camera | Standard | No |
| Lane Departure Prevention | Standard | - |
| Auto Lights | - | No |
| Eco Mode | - | No |
| EV Mode | - | No |
| Sport Mode | - | No |
| Emergency Braking | - | No |
| Front Camera | - | No |
| Parking Distance Sensors | - | Yes |
| Parking Sensor | - | Yes |
| Automatic High Beam | - | No |
| Pre-Collision System | - | No |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | - | No |
| Rear View Camera | - | Yes |
| Reverse Camera Type | - | Yes |
| Reversing Camera | - | Yes |
| Spec | Across | Sonet Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Synthetic leather | Cloth |
| Heated Seats | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Ventilated Seats | Front | No |
| Ambient Lighting | 64-colour LED | No |
| Rear Armrest | Standard with cup holders | Yes |
| Cup Holders | 4 (2 front, 2 rear) | 4 |
| Rear AC Vents | Standard | No |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather | Leather |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Standard single-fold rear seat | Yes |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | 8-way electric | 6-Way Manual |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | Manual; no height adjustment | 4-Way Manual |
| Boot Light | Standard | - |
| Seat Trim | Black synthetic leather with copper stitching | Cloth |
| Seat Adjustment | - | 6-Way Manual |
| Steering Type | Electronic rack-and-pinion | Yes |
| Steering Adjustment | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Folding Rear Seats | - | Yes |
| Front Armrest | - | Centre Armrest |
| Front Shoulder Room | - | 1380 mm |
| Rear Shoulder Room | - | 1330 mm |
| Rear USB Ports | - | No |
| Instrument Cluster Type | - | Digital |
| Interior Colour Options | - | Black |
| Driver Lumbar Support | - | No |
| Door Map Pockets | - | Yes |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | - | 6-Way Manual |
| Adjustable Front Seat | - | 4-Way Manual |
| Cooled Seats | - | No |
| Fabric Seats | - | Yes |
| Front Headrest | - | Adjustable |
| Leather Seats | - | No |
| Memory Seats | - | No |
| Rear Headrest | - | Adjustable |
| Armrest Front | - | Centre Armrest |
| Armrest Rear | - | Yes |
| Boot Space Seats Down | - | 1143 |
| Driver Seat | - | 6-Way Manual |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | - | 2-seat cab, sealed cargo bulkhead, touchscreen infotainment, air conditioning, 205mm ground clearance |
| Interior Trim Colour | - | Black |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | - | Cloth |
| Interior Colours | - | Black |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | - | Yes |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | - | No |
| Seat Belt Warning | - | Yes |
| Seat Fold Type | - | Yes |
| Spec | Across | Sonet Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | 10.1-inch display audio | 8.0-inch Touchscreen |
| Apple CarPlay | Wired or wireless | Yes |
| Android Auto | Wired or wireless | Yes |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Standard | Yes |
| Number of Speakers | 8-speaker Infinity | 4 |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | 10.25-inch colour TFT information display | Yes |
| USB Ports | 4 Type-C (2 front, 2 rear) | 2 |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Audio, cruise control and hands-free phone | Yes |
| Rear Usb | 2 Type-C | No |
| Audio System | Infinity premium 8-speaker | Yes |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | 2 front Type-C and 2 rear Type-C | 2 |
| Infotainment Screen | 10.1-inch | 8.0 |
| Smartphone Connectivity | Apple CarPlay and Android Auto via USB or Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Touchscreen | 10.1-inch | 8.0 |
| Navigation System | - | Yes |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Wired or wireless | Yes |
| Wireless Android Auto | Wired or wireless | Yes |
| FM Radio | - | Yes |
| Voice Recognition | - | Yes |
| AUX Input | - | No |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 10.1-inch | 8.0 |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | - | No |
| Audio Controls On Steering | Audio, cruise control and hands-free phone | Yes |
| Infotainment Display | - | 8.0 |
| Premium Audio | - | No |
| Audio | - | Yes |
| Audio Speakers | 8-speaker Infinity | 4 |
| Display Audio | - | 8.0-inch Touchscreen |
| Head Up Display | - | No |
| Multi Information Display | - | Digital |
| Connected Services | - | Yes |
| Voice Control | - | Yes |
| Radio | - | Yes |
| Spec | Across | Sonet Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | Standard | No |
| Daytime Running Lamps | LED standard | Yes |
| Fog Lamps | Front standard; rear not available | No |
| Roof Rails | Grey | Yes |
| Alloy Wheel Design | Machined 17-inch | Steel |
| Exterior Colour Options | Magma Grey Metallic; Sizzling Red Metallic; Exuberant Blue Pearl Metallic; Arctic White Pearl; Bluish Black Pearl; Mystic Green Pearl; Splendid Silver Pearl Metallic; and GLX two-tone combinations of Splendid Silver, Sizzling Red or Exuberant Blue with a Bluish Black roof | Multiple |
| Rear Wiper | Fixed intermittent | Yes |
| Led Taillights | Connected rear LED tail lamps | Yes |
| Automatic Headlamps | Standard | No |
| Front Fog Lamps | Front standard; rear not available | No |
| Headlights | Standard | No |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Standard | No |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | - | No |
| Body Cladding | - | No |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Yes |
| Roof Type | - | Standard |
| Wing Mirror Type | - | Electric |
| Door Handle Finish | - | Body Colour |
| Body Type | - | Panel Van |
| DRL | LED standard | Yes |
| Fog Lights | - | No |
| Front Fog Lights | - | No |
| Led Headlights | Standard | No |
| Rear Fog Lights | - | Yes |
| Front Overhang | - | 800 mm |
| Rear Overhang | - | 695 mm |
| Auto Headlights | - | No |
| Daytime Running Lights | LED standard | Yes |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | - | Standard |
| Exterior Colour Options | - | 2 |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | - | Body Colour |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | Electric folding | Yes |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | - | No |
| Headlamp Levelling | - | No |
| Headlamps | Standard | No |
| Headlight Type | Standard | No |
| Load Bed Liner | - | Not Available |
| Active Exhaust | - | Not Available |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Yes |
| Spec | Across | Sonet Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | Not Officially Disclosed | 21 deg |
| Departure Angle | Not Officially Disclosed | 35 deg |
| Wading Depth | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Terrain Modes | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Locking Differential | Not Applicable | No |
| 4WD System Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Breakover Angle | Not Officially Disclosed | 16 deg |
| Ground Clearance Max | 210 mm | 211 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | 210 mm | 211 mm |
| Underbody Protection | - | No |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | - | 16 deg |
| Recovery Hooks | - | No |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Ramp-over Angle | - | 18 deg |
| Approach Angle Deg | - | 21 deg |
| Departure Angle Deg | - | 35 deg |
| Energy Recovery Display | - | Not Available |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | - | Not Available |
| Off Road Descent Control | - | Not Available |
| Off Road Traction Assist | - | Not Available |
| Crawl Control | - | Not Available |
| Rear Skid Plate Guard | - | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Fuel Tank | - | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Transfer Case | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Mud | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Normal | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Rock | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Sand | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Snow | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Response System | - | Not Available |
| Underbody Camera | - | Not Available |
| Spec | Across | Sonet Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R17 | 215/60 R16 |
| Wheel Type | Machined 17-inch | Steel |
| Front Brake Type | Ventilated disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Solid disc | Drum |
| Spare Wheel Type | Full-size spare | Temporary Spare |
| Parking Brake Type | Electric | Electronic |
| Wheel Rim Size | 17-inch machined alloy | 215/60 R16 |
| Electric Park Brake | Standard | Electronic |
| Handbrake Type | Electric parking brake | Electronic |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | - | 280 mm |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | - | 236 mm |
| Tyre Load Index | - | 102 |
| Tyre Speed Rating | - | H |
| Brake Type Front | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Brake Type Rear | - | Drum |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size spare | Temporary Spare |
| Tyre Type | - | Radial |
| Front Tyre Width | - | 215 mm |
| Rear Tyre Width | - | 215 mm |
| Wheel Diameter | 17-inch machined alloy | 215/60 R16 |
| Auto Brake Hold | - | Electronic |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | - | No |
| Brakes | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Cornering Brake Control | - | Yes |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | - | Yes |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | - | Not Available |
| 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 | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Wheel Material | Machined 17-inch | Steel |
| Wheel Size Type | - | 215/60 R16 |
| Wheels | Machined 17-inch | Steel |
| Spec | Across | Sonet Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Service Interval | 15,000 km or 12 months, whichever comes first | 15000 |
| Service Plan | 4 years / 60,000 km | 3 Years / 45,000 km |
| Approx Service Cost | - | R3,000 per service |
| Battery Warranty | - | 7 Years / 150,000 km |
| Maintenance Plan | - | 3 Years / 45,000 km |
| Engine Oil Capacity | - | 4.5 l |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | - | 15000 |
| First Service At | - | 15000 |
| Service Plan Duration | 4 years / 60,000 km | 3 Years / 45,000 km |
| Service Plan Distance | 4 years / 60,000 km | 3 Years / 45,000 km |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | - | Yes |
| Alternator | - | Yes |
| Service Intervals | - | 15000 |
| Spec | Across | Sonet Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | 6 years | 5 Years |
| Roadside Assistance | 5 years | 5 Years |
| Warranty | 5 years / 200,000 km promotional warranty | 7 Years / 150,000 km |
| Warranty Years | 5 years / 200,000 km promotional warranty | 7 Years / 150,000 km |
| Warranty Kilometers | 5 years / 200,000 km promotional warranty | 7 Years / 150,000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | 5 years | 5 Years |
| Basic Warranty | 5 years / 200,000 km promotional warranty | 7 Years / 150,000 km |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | 5 years | 5 Years |
| Spec | Across | Sonet Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 121 g/km | 138 g/km |
| Start Stop System | Standard | Yes |
| Hybrid System Type | 12V SHVS mild hybrid with integrated starter generator | Not Available |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | Petrol | 93 Octane |
| Noise Level | - | 67 dB |
| Variable Valve Timing | - | CVVT |
| Particulate Filter | - | No |
| Euro Emission Standard | - | Euro 6 |
| Green NCAP Rating | - | 4 |
| Idle CO2 Output | - | 145 |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | - | Yes |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | - | 138 |
| Spec | Across | Sonet Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | A buyer who values AEB, blind-spot monitoring, adaptive cruise, surround-view parking and cooled front-seat comfort enough to accept a R92,000 premium over GL 6AT. | Mid |
| Price Zar | 464900 ZAR | 359995 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | the safety-and-comfort flagship | Current listed price |
| Starting Price | 464900 | 359995 |
| Starting Price Zar | 464900 | 359995 |
| Spec | Across | Sonet Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | - | 11.6 l/100km |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | - | 15.1 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | - | 18.0 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | - | 21.0 l/100km |
In depth: how these cars differ
This Across and Sonet Panel Van 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: Across 34 vs Sonet Panel Van 36.
Efficiency index: Across 76 vs Sonet Panel Van 65.
Safety-equipment index: Across 91 vs Sonet Panel Van 72.
Practicality index: Across 62 vs Sonet Panel Van 59.
Ownership-cover index: Across not separately scored vs Sonet Panel Van 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.
Model imagery
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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
Across leads by 5 points
Across and Sonet Panel Van are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Evidence leader
64
/100
Lead
5
points
Data
73%
source coverage
64
#1
Evidence leader
Across
73% source coverage
2 strong categories
Best at
Safety 91
Check
Performance 34
Performance
34
Efficiency
76
Safety
91
Practicality
62
Leads by 5 points
59
#2
Sonet Panel Van
99% source coverage
2 strong categories
Best at
Safety 72
Check
Performance 36
Performance
36
Efficiency
65
Safety
72
Practicality
59
Ownership
71
Performance 24%
Safety 22%
Practicality 22%
Efficiency 17%
Ownership 15%
Category leaders
What moves the verdict
Performance
Sonet Panel Van +2
Efficiency
Across +11
Safety
Across +19
Practicality
Across +3
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Across
Performance
34/100
Efficiency
76/100
Safety
91/100
Practicality
62/100
Sonet Panel Van
Performance
36/100
Efficiency
65/100
Safety
72/100
Practicality
59/100
Ownership
71/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
Suzuki Across
leads the specification evidence index with 64 pts
vs 59 pts for Sonet Panel Van
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Across leads. However, Sonet Panel Van may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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Across vs Sonet Panel Van 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.
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A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.
Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.
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