Changan CS75 Pro vs KIA Sonet
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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Changan CS75 Pro
1.5T AT 5S CE
Petrol
7-Speed DCT
Current
ZAR 474,900
ex-showroom
⚡ 138 kW
🔧 300 Nm
⛽ 13.33 km/l
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Add a 3rd car
Decision summary
Changan CS75 Pro vs KIA Sonet: the short answer
CS75 Pro and Sonet are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Sonet starts ZAR 99,905 cheaper
CS75 Pro from ZAR 429,900 · Sonet from ZAR 329,995
Five key differences
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| Specification | CS75 Pro | Sonet |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | CS75 Pro138 kW | Sonet85 kW @ 6300 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | CS75 Pro300 Nm | Sonet143 Nm @ 4000 rpm |
| Engine Size | CS75 Pro1494 cc | Sonet1497 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | CS75 Pro13.33 km/l | Sonet16.9 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | CS75 ProNot Officially Disclosed | Sonet211 mm |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
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KIA Sonet
1.5 EX+ CVT
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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Specification evidence leader
CS75 Pro
Strengths
- More powerful engine output
- Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
- Lower fuel efficiency
- Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:
Published Performance
Published Practicality
Sonet
Strengths
- Better fuel efficiency
- Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
- Less powerful engine setup
- Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:
Published Efficiency
Which One's Right for You?
CS75 Pro
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Sonet
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
- Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Full Specs, Side by Side
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| Spec | CS75 Pro | Sonet |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2025 | 2021 |
| Generation | Current South African CS75 Pro generation with two equipment grades and two seating configurations. | First generation (BC3); launched globally 2020, SA 2021 |
| Facelift History | No South African facelift has been announced since the present CS75 Pro range entered local sale. | 2023 model year update with revised front styling and expanded ADAS features |
| Facelift Launched Since | Not Applicable | 2023 |
| Facelift Version Ending | Not Applicable | Current |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Production Status | active | active |
| Segment | Mid-size SUV | SUV |
| Vehicle Type | Passenger car | SUV |
| Dealer Stock Note | - | Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Color Note | - | Clear White, Aurora Black Pearl, Gravity Blue, Pewter Olive, Intense Red, Steel Grey, Glacier White Pearl (two-tone options on SX) |
| Tare Mass Kg | - | 1270 kg |
| Spec | CS75 Pro | Sonet |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4730 mm | 3995 mm |
| Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Height | 1720 mm | 1635 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2786 mm | 2500 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | Not Officially Disclosed | 211 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | Not Officially Disclosed | 190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 l | 45 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 620 l | 392 l |
| Kerb Weight | 1550 kg | 1270 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 1925 kg | 1710 kg |
| Payload Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | 408 kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | 1100 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Rows | 2 rows | 2 rows |
| Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | Not Officially Disclosed | 10.4 m |
| Front Headroom | Not Officially Disclosed | 990 mm |
| Rear Headroom | Not Officially Disclosed | 950 mm |
| Front Legroom | Not Officially Disclosed | 1030 mm |
| Rear Legroom | Not Officially Disclosed | 860 mm |
| Spec | CS75 Pro | Sonet |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol | 1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol |
| Engine Code | NE15TG | G4LC |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 1494 cc | 1497 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Cylinder Layout | Not Officially Disclosed | Inline |
| Valves | Not Officially Disclosed | 16 |
| Valves per Cylinder | Not Officially Disclosed | 4 |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | Naturally Aspirated |
| Fuel System | Not Officially Disclosed | Direct Injection |
| Compression Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 13.0:1 |
| Bore | Not Officially Disclosed | 75 mm |
| Stroke | Not Officially Disclosed | 84.5 mm |
| Maximum Power | 138 kW | 85 kW @ 6300 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 300 Nm | 143 Nm @ 4000 rpm |
| Combined Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Combined Torque | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Motor Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Number of Motors | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Motor Location | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Transmission | 7-Speed DCT | 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 | Selectable drive modes | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Launch Control | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Rev Limiter | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 66.9 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 112.6 Nm/tonne |
| Battery Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Usable Battery Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Battery Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Battery Voltage | Not Applicable | 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 Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Spec | CS75 Pro | Sonet |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | 7-Speed DCT | Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) |
| Drivetrain Layout | Not Officially Disclosed | FWD |
| LSD Available | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Transfer Case | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Differential Lock | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Paddle Shifters | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Final Drive Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 3.56 |
| Number of Gears | 7 | CVT |
| Transmission Type | DCT | Continuously Variable Transmission |
| Clutch Type | Dual-clutch | Torque Converter |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Gear Shift Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| 4WD Engagement | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Hi Range | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Lo Range | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Selector | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Gearbox Type | Dual-Clutch Automatic | Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Axle Layout | Not Officially Disclosed | FWD |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Transmission Speeds | 7 | CVT |
| Engine Position | - | Front Transverse |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | - | 15.1:1 |
| Transfer Case Guard | - | Not Available |
| Differential Type Front | - | Not Available |
| Differential Type Rear | - | Not Available |
| Spec | CS75 Pro | Sonet |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 13.33 km/l | 16.9 km/l |
| City Mileage | Not Officially Disclosed | 13.7 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | Not Officially Disclosed | 20.0 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 l | 45 l |
| Emission Standard | Euro 6 | Euro 6 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not Applicable | No |
| Auto Start Stop | Yes | Yes |
| Real-world Mileage | 13.33 km/l | 16.9 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 55 | 45 |
| Combined Driving Range | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Electric Consumption | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Highway | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Mixed | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Low Fuel Warning | - | Yes |
| Spec | CS75 Pro | Sonet |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 4 | 6 |
| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Control | Yes | Yes |
| Traction Control | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Descent Control | Yes | Not Available |
| Hill Start Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Child Safety Lock | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Mounts | 2 positions | Yes |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Yes | Yes |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Yes |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Driver | Yes |
| Front Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| AEB | Yes | Yes |
| BA | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Override System | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Curtain Airbags | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Driver Airbag | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold | Yes | Yes |
| Passenger Airbag | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Driver | Yes |
| Side Airbags | Yes | Yes |
| Stability Control | Yes | Yes |
| TCS | Yes | Yes |
| Knee Airbag | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| ABS EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Side Impact Beams | - | Yes |
| Whiplash Protection | - | Yes |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | - | Yes |
| Lane Change Warning | - | Yes |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | - | Yes |
| Fatigue Detection | - | Yes |
| Speed Alert System | - | Yes |
| Safety Rating | - | 5 |
| Central Locking | - | Yes |
| Alarm System | - | Yes |
| ESC With Traction Control | - | Yes |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | - | 6 |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | - | 6 |
| Anti Theft Alarm | - | Yes |
| Spec | CS75 Pro | Sonet |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Cruise Control | Yes |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Lane Keep Assist | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Lane Departure Warning | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Parking Sensors | Front and rear | Yes |
| Rear View Camera | Yes | Yes |
| 360 Degree Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Yes | Yes |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Auto Highbeam | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Auto Wipers | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Park Assist | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Around View Monitor | Yes | Yes |
| Blind Spot Warning | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Forward Collision Warning | Yes | Yes |
| EV Mode | - | No |
| Reversing Camera | - | Yes |
| Auto Lights | - | Yes |
| Eco Mode | - | Yes |
| Sport Mode | - | No |
| Emergency Braking | - | Yes |
| Pre-Collision System | - | Yes |
| Rear View Camera | - | Yes |
| Reverse Camera Type | - | Yes |
| Surround View Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Parking Distance Sensors | - | Yes |
| Parking Sensor | - | Yes |
| Front Camera | - | Yes |
| Automatic High Beam | - | Yes |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | - | Yes |
| Spec | CS75 Pro | Sonet |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Microfiber leather | Leather |
| Heated Seats | Front | Yes |
| Ventilated Seats | Front | Yes |
| Ambient Lighting | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Material | PU leather | Leather |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Yes | Yes |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | 6-way electric | 8-Way Power |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | 6-way electric | 4-Way Manual |
| Seat Trim | Tan microfiber leather | Leather |
| Front Shoulder Room | - | 1380 mm |
| Rear Shoulder Room | - | 1330 mm |
| Steering Type | - | Yes |
| Steering Adjustment | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Rear USB Ports | - | Yes |
| Instrument Cluster Type | - | Digital |
| Rear AC Vents | - | No |
| Cooled Seats | - | Yes |
| Fabric Seats | - | No |
| Leather Seats | - | Yes |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | - | 8-Way Power |
| Seat Adjustment | - | 8-Way Power |
| Adjustable Front Seat | - | 4-Way Manual |
| Driver Lumbar Support | - | Yes |
| Memory Seats | - | Yes |
| Folding Rear Seats | - | Yes |
| Front Headrest | - | Adjustable |
| Rear Headrest | - | Adjustable |
| Front Armrest | - | Centre Armrest |
| Rear Armrest | - | Yes |
| Door Map Pockets | - | Yes |
| Cup Holders | - | 4 |
| Interior Colour Options | - | Black |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | - | 10.25-inch touchscreen (EX+), digital instrument cluster (SX), wireless CarPlay/Android Auto (SX), Bose audio (SX), ventilated front seats (SX), ambient lighting, 6 airbags all grades |
| Boot Space Seats Down | - | 1143 |
| Seat Belt Warning | - | Yes |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | - | Leather |
| Driver Seat | - | 8-Way Power |
| Seat Fold Type | - | Yes |
| Armrest Front | - | Centre Armrest |
| Armrest Rear | - | Yes |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | - | Yes |
| Interior Colours | - | Black |
| Interior Trim Colour | - | Black |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | - | Yes |
| Spec | CS75 Pro | Sonet |
|---|---|---|
| Climate Control | Automatic climate control | Yes |
| Power Windows | All windows; one-touch and anti-pinch | Yes |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Push Button Start | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charging | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Sunroof | Electric panoramic sunroof | No |
| Electric Tailgate | Yes | No |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| AC Type | Automatic climate control | Yes |
| Intercooler | - | No |
| Rev Matching | - | No |
| Performance Data Logger | - | No |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | - | 5.9 |
| Engine Start Stop | Yes | Yes |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Yes | Yes |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | - | Yes |
| Engine Check Warning | - | Yes |
| Drag Coefficient | - | 0.34 |
| Roof Load | - | 50 kg |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | 1143 l |
| Stabilizer Bar | - | Yes |
| Steering Response | - | Normal |
| Skid Plates | - | No |
| Side Steps | - | No |
| Spare Wheel | Temporary-use spare | Temporary Spare |
| Tyre Repair Kit | - | No |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | - | Yes |
| Hill Start Assist | - | Yes |
| Speed Limiter | - | Yes |
| Speed Alert System | - | Yes |
| Impact Sensing Door Unlock | - | Yes |
| Surround View Monitor | Yes | Yes |
| Adaptive Dampers | - | No |
| Voice Command | - | Yes |
| Voice Command Support | - | Yes |
| Digital Speedometer | - | Yes |
| Driver Display | - | Digital Cluster |
| Heads Up Display | - | No |
| Tachometer | - | Yes |
| Trip Computer | - | Yes |
| Multi Function Steering | - | Yes |
| Steering Mounted Controls | - | Yes |
| Air Conditioning | Automatic climate control | Yes |
| Climate Zones | - | 2 |
| Rear Air Conditioning | - | No |
| Glovebox Cooling | - | No |
| Seat Type | - | Leather Seats |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | - | Yes |
| Rear Seat Split | - | Yes |
| Headrest Adjustable | - | Yes |
| Front Armrest | - | Yes |
| Vanity Mirror | - | Yes |
| 12V Accessory Socket | - | Yes |
| Front Power Outlet | - | Yes |
| Rear Reading Lamps | - | Yes |
| Push Button Start | Yes | Yes |
| Remote Engine Start | - | No |
| Remote Start | - | No |
| Remote Central Locking | - | Yes |
| Door Ajar Warning | - | Yes |
| Fuel Lid Opener | - | Remote |
| Boot Opener | - | Remote |
| Power Mirrors | - | Yes |
| Heated Mirrors | - | Yes |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | - | Yes |
| Electric Mirror Folding | - | Yes |
| Remote Side Mirror | - | Yes |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | - | No |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | - | No |
| Rear Window Defroster | - | Yes |
| Rear Defogger | - | Yes |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | - | Yes |
| Tail Lamps | - | Yes |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Yes |
| Headlamp Height Adjust | - | Yes |
| Headlamp Washer | - | No |
| Panoramic Roof | Electric panoramic sunroof | No |
| Roof Antenna | - | Yes |
| Rear Wing | - | Yes |
| Aero Kit | - | No |
| Chrome Grille | - | Yes |
| Chrome Exterior Highlights | - | No |
| Ride Mode Selection | - | Yes |
| Powered Tailgate | - | No |
| Engine Warranty | - | 7 Years / 150,000 km |
| Service Reminder | - | Yes |
| Trim Level | - | flagship |
| Variant Role | - | Flagship / premium derivative |
| Accelerator 0 100 | - | 11.2 sec |
| Common Rail Injection | - | Gasoline Direct Injection |
| Diff Lock | - | No |
| Difflock | - | No |
| Vdc | - | Yes |
| TPMS | Yes | Yes |
| Sonar | - | Yes |
| Automatic High Beam | - | Yes |
| Steering Column Adjustment | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Tilt Steering | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Telescopic Steering | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Bottle Holders | - | 4 |
| Glove Box | - | Yes |
| Manual Aircon | - | Yes |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | - | Yes |
| Passive Entry Start | - | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Lift Gate | - | No |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | - | Yes |
| Power Socket 12v | - | Yes |
| Sound System | 6 | 8 |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | - | Yes |
| Mirror | - | Electric |
| Rim Size | 19-inch aluminium-alloy wheels | 215/55 R17 |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | - | Yes |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | - | Yes |
| Sub Frame | - | Unibody |
| Vehicle To Grid | - | Not Available |
| Vehicle To Load | - | Not Available |
| One Pedal Driving | - | Not Available |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | - | Not Available |
| Rear Electric Motor | - | Not Available |
| Battery Preconditioning | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Cover | - | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | - | Not Available |
| Sports Bar | - | Not Available |
| Canopy Fitment | - | Not Available |
| Bed Extender | - | Not Available |
| Source Model Column | - | sonet |
| Intelligent Battery System | - | Not Available |
| Front Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Rear Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Light | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Steps | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | - | Not Available |
| Tailgate Damper | - | Not Available |
| Tow Bar Type | - | Not Available |
| Sport Plus Mode | - | Not Available |
| Unlocking | Yes | Yes |
| Walk Away Lock | - | Yes |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | - | Yes |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | - | Yes |
| Front Wiper | - | Yes |
| Front Wipers Type | - | Yes |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | - | No |
| Vanity Mirror Illuminated | - | Yes |
| Reading Lights Rear | - | Yes |
| Centre Console | - | Centre Armrest |
| Side Impact Bars | - | Yes |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | 1143 l |
| Load Bed Length | - | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | - | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Length Mm | - | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Width Mm | - | Not Applicable |
| Spec | CS75 Pro | Sonet |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch touchscreen | 10.25-inch Touchscreen |
| Apple CarPlay | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Android Auto | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Yes | Yes |
| Number of Speakers | 6 | 8 |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | 10.25-inch LCD | Yes |
| USB Ports | 2 front and 1 rear | 4 |
| Infotainment Screen | 10.25-inch | 10.25 |
| Touchscreen | 10.25-inch | 10.25 |
| Infotainment Display | - | 10.25 |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 10.25-inch | 10.25 |
| Navigation System | - | Yes |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Rear Usb | - | Yes |
| AUX Input | - | No |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | - | No |
| Premium Audio | - | Yes |
| FM Radio | - | Yes |
| Radio | - | Yes |
| Voice Recognition | - | Yes |
| Head Up Display | - | No |
| Audio Controls On Steering | - | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Yes |
| Multi Information Display | - | Digital |
| Display Audio | - | 10.25-inch Touchscreen |
| Smartphone Connectivity | - | Yes |
| Connected Services | - | Yes |
| Audio Speakers | 6 | 8 |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | - | 4 |
| Voice Control | - | Yes |
| Audio | - | Yes |
| Audio System | - | Yes |
| Wireless Android Auto | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Spec | CS75 Pro | Sonet |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
| Daytime Running Lamps | LED | Yes |
| Fog Lamps | Rear fog lamp | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | Yes |
| Exterior Colour Options | White, Blue, Grey | Multiple |
| Headlights | Yes | Yes |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Yes | No |
| Front Overhang | - | 800 mm |
| Rear Overhang | - | 695 mm |
| Body Type | - | Sub-Compact SUV |
| Alloy Wheel Design | - | Alloy Alloy |
| Wing Mirror Type | - | Electric |
| Rear Wiper | - | Yes |
| Led Headlights | Yes | Yes |
| DRL | LED | Yes |
| Led Taillights | - | Yes |
| Fog Lights | - | Yes |
| Front Fog Lights | - | Yes |
| Rear Fog Lights | - | Yes |
| Roof Type | - | Standard |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Yes |
| Body Cladding | - | No |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | - | No |
| Door Handle Finish | - | Body Colour |
| Exterior Colour Options | - | 7 |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | - | Yes |
| Auto Headlights | - | Yes |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Yes |
| Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight Type | Yes | Yes |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | - | Yes |
| Headlamp Levelling | - | Yes |
| Daytime Running Lights | LED | Yes |
| Front Fog Lamps | Rear fog lamp | Yes |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Yes |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | - | Body Colour |
| Load Bed Liner | - | Not Available |
| Active Exhaust | - | Not Available |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | - | Standard |
| Spec | CS75 Pro | Sonet |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | 21 deg | 21 deg |
| Departure Angle | 24 deg | 35 deg |
| Wading Depth | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Terrain Modes | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Locking Differential | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| 4WD System Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Breakover Angle | Not Officially Disclosed | 16 deg |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | - | 16 deg |
| Ramp-over Angle | - | 18 deg |
| Recovery Hooks | - | No |
| Underbody Protection | - | No |
| Hill Descent Control | Yes | Not Available |
| Ground Clearance Min | - | 211 mm |
| Ground Clearance Max | - | 211 mm |
| Off Road Descent Control | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Response System | - | Not Available |
| Crawl Control | - | Not Available |
| Underbody Camera | - | Not Available |
| Energy Recovery Display | - | 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 |
| Off Road Traction Assist | - | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Transfer Case | - | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Fuel Tank | - | Not Available |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | - | Not Available |
| Rear Skid Plate Guard | - | Not Available |
| Approach Angle Deg | - | 21 deg |
| Departure Angle Deg | - | 35 deg |
| Spec | CS75 Pro | Sonet |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 225/55 R19 | 215/55 R17 |
| Front Brake Type | Ventilated disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc | Drum |
| Spare Wheel Type | Temporary-use spare | Temporary Spare |
| Wheel Rim Size | 19-inch aluminium-alloy wheels | 215/55 R17 |
| Handbrake Type | Electronic parking brake | Electronic |
| Brake Type Front | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | - | 280 mm |
| Brake Type Rear | - | Drum |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | - | 236 mm |
| Parking Brake Type | - | Electronic |
| Front Tyre Width | - | 215 mm |
| Rear Tyre Width | - | 215 mm |
| Wheel Diameter | 19-inch aluminium-alloy wheels | 215/55 R17 |
| Wheel Type | - | Alloy Alloy |
| Tyre Type | - | Radial |
| Tyre Load Index | - | 102 |
| Tyre Speed Rating | - | H |
| Spare Tyre | Temporary-use spare | Temporary Spare |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Tyre Pressure Display | - | Yes |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | - | Yes |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | - | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Yes |
| Wheel Material | - | Alloy Alloy |
| Wheels | - | Alloy Alloy |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | - | Temporary Spare |
| Electric Park Brake | - | Electronic |
| Wheel Size Type | - | 215/55 R17 |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | - | Not Available |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | - | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | - | Yes |
| Leather Steering Wheel | - | Leather |
| Steering Wheel Trim | - | Leather |
| Brakes | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | - | Yes |
| Cornering Brake Control | - | Yes |
| Auto Brake Hold | - | Electronic |
| Spec | CS75 Pro | Sonet |
|---|---|---|
| Front Suspension | MacPherson independent | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link independent | Coupled Torsion Beam |
| Front Track Width | - | 1544 mm |
| Rear Track Width | - | 1536 mm |
| Chassis Type | - | Unibody |
| Front Spring Type | - | Coil Spring |
| Rear Spring Type | - | Coil Spring |
| Shock Absorber Type | - | Telescopic |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | - | Yes |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | - | Yes |
| Power Steering | - | Yes |
| Steering Column | - | Adjustable |
| Front Suspension Type | MacPherson independent | MacPherson Strut |
| Suspension | - | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension Type | Multi-link independent | Coupled Torsion Beam |
| Rear Axle Type | - | Coupled Torsion Beam |
| Shock Absorbers | - | Telescopic |
| Chassis Material | - | Unibody |
| MagneRide Damping | - | Not Available |
| Spec | CS75 Pro | Sonet |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 177 g/km | 138 g/km |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | - | 93 Octane |
| Variable Valve Timing | - | CVVT |
| Particulate Filter | - | No |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | - | Yes |
| Idle CO2 Output | - | 145 |
| Green NCAP Rating | - | 4 |
| Start Stop System | - | Yes |
| Euro Emission Standard | - | Euro 6 |
| Noise Level | - | 67 dB |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | - | 138 |
| Hybrid System Type | - | Not Available |
| Spec | CS75 Pro | Sonet |
|---|---|---|
| Service Plan | 5 years / 90,000 km | 3 Years / 45,000 km |
| Alternator | - | Yes |
| Engine Oil Capacity | - | 4.5 l |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | - | 15000 |
| Service Plan Duration | 5 years / 90,000 km | 3 Years / 45,000 km |
| Service Plan Distance | 5 years / 90,000 km | 3 Years / 45,000 km |
| Maintenance Plan | - | 3 Years / 45,000 km |
| Service Interval | - | 15000 |
| First Service At | - | 15000 |
| Approx Service Cost | - | R3,000 per service |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | - | Yes |
| Service Intervals | - | 15000 |
| Battery Warranty | - | 7 Years / 150,000 km |
| Spec | CS75 Pro | Sonet |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Current South African derivative | Flagship |
| Price Zar | 474900 ZAR | 469995 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Current South African retail price | Current listed price |
| Starting Price | 474900 | 469995 |
| Starting Price Zar | 474900 | 469995 |
| Spec | CS75 Pro | Sonet |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty | 5 years / 150,000 km | 7 Years / 150,000 km |
| Basic Warranty | 5 years / 150,000 km | 7 Years / 150,000 km |
| Warranty Years | 5 years / 150,000 km | 7 Years / 150,000 km |
| Warranty Kilometers | 5 years / 150,000 km | 7 Years / 150,000 km |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | - | 5 Years |
| Roadside Assistance | - | 5 Years |
| Roadside Assistance | - | 5 Years |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | - | 5 Years |
| Spec | CS75 Pro | Sonet |
|---|---|---|
| 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 CS75 Pro and Sonet 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: CS75 Pro 59 vs Sonet 36.
Efficiency index: CS75 Pro 52 vs Sonet 65.
Safety-equipment index: CS75 Pro 76 vs Sonet 93.
Practicality index: CS75 Pro 79 vs Sonet 59.
Ownership-cover index: CS75 Pro not separately scored vs Sonet 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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Changan CS75 Pro
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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
CS75 Pro leads by 3 points
CS75 Pro and Sonet are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Evidence leader
67
/100
Lead
3
points
Data
65%
source coverage
67
#1
Evidence leader
CS75 Pro
65% source coverage
2 strong categories
Best at
Practicality 79
Check
Efficiency 52
Performance
59
Efficiency
52
Safety
76
Practicality
79
Leads by 3 points
64
#2
Sonet
99% source coverage
2 strong categories
Best at
Safety 93
Check
Performance 36
Performance
36
Efficiency
65
Safety
93
Practicality
59
Ownership
71
Performance 24%
Safety 22%
Practicality 22%
Efficiency 17%
Ownership 15%
Category leaders
What moves the verdict
Performance
CS75 Pro +23
Efficiency
Sonet +13
Safety
Sonet +17
Practicality
CS75 Pro +20
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
CS75 Pro
Performance
59/100
Efficiency
52/100
Safety
76/100
Practicality
79/100
Sonet
Performance
36/100
Efficiency
65/100
Safety
93/100
Practicality
59/100
Ownership
71/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
Changan CS75 Pro
leads the specification evidence index with 67 pts
vs 64 pts for Sonet
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, CS75 Pro leads. However, Sonet may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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CS75 Pro vs Sonet 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.
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.
Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.