Source type: Foton South Africa official model page and derivative specification tables
Foton eTruckmate vs KIA Sonet Panel Van
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ZAR 359,995
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⚡ 85 kW
🔧 143 Nm
⛽ 16.9 km/l
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Decision summary
Foton eTruckmate vs KIA Sonet Panel Van: the short answer
Compare the available model information below. Hagalu has withheld a ranked verdict because the selected vehicles do not yet meet the minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold.
Sonet Panel Van starts ZAR 235,005 cheaper
eTruckmate from ZAR 575,000 · Sonet Panel Van from ZAR 339,995
Five key differences
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| Specification | eTruckmate | Sonet Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | eTruckmate60 kW | Sonet Panel Van85 kW @ 6300 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | eTruckmateNot Officially Disclosed | Sonet Panel Van143 Nm @ 4000 rpm |
| Engine Size | eTruckmateNot Applicable | Sonet Panel Van1497 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | eTruckmateNot Applicable | Sonet Panel Van16.9 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | eTruckmateNot Officially Disclosed | Sonet Panel Van211 mm |
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| Spec | eTruckmate | Sonet Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2024 | 2022 |
| Generation | Compact electric single-cab commercial platform on a 2,600 mm wheelbase. | Commercial derivative of first-generation Sonet BC3 platform |
| Facelift History | Current South African eTruckmate range, with no separate facelift identified. | No significant facelift; tracks Sonet passenger model updates |
| Facelift Launched Since | Not Applicable | Original current-generation version |
| Facelift Version Ending | Not Applicable | Current |
| Body Style | Light truck | Van |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Production Status | active | active |
| Segment | Battery-electric compact truck | Van |
| Vehicle Type | Electric light commercial vehicle | Van |
| Color Note | - | Clear White, Aurora Black Pearl |
| Dealer Stock Note | - | Mid grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Tare Mass Kg | - | 1230 kg |
| Spec | eTruckmate | Sonet Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4670 mm | 3995 mm |
| Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
| Height | 1860 mm | 1635 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2600 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 | 0 l | 45 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | Not Officially Disclosed | 1296 l |
| Kerb Weight | Not Officially Disclosed | 1230 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | Not Officially Disclosed | 1670 kg |
| Payload Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | 350 kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | 1100 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Rows | 1 rows | 1 rows |
| Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | Not Officially Disclosed | 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 | eTruckmate | Sonet Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Single-motor battery-electric powertrain | 1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol |
| Engine Code | Not Applicable | G4LC |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | Not Applicable | 1497 cc |
| Cylinders | Not Applicable | 4 |
| Cylinder Layout | Not Applicable | Inline |
| Valves | Not Applicable | 16 |
| Valves per Cylinder | Not Applicable | 4 |
| Aspiration | Not Applicable | Naturally Aspirated |
| Fuel System | Not Applicable | Direct Injection |
| Compression Ratio | Not Applicable | 13.0:1 |
| Bore | Not Applicable | 75 mm |
| Stroke | Not Applicable | 84.5 mm |
| Maximum Power | 60 kW | 85 kW @ 6300 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | Not Officially Disclosed | 143 Nm @ 4000 rpm |
| Combined Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Combined Torque | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Motor Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous | Not Applicable |
| Number of Motors | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Motor Location | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Drive Type | Not Officially Disclosed | FWD |
| Transmission | Not Officially Disclosed | CVT |
| Top Speed | 90 km/h | 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 Applicable | 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 | LFP | Not Applicable |
| Battery Voltage | 309 V | Not Applicable |
| Electric Range | 280 km | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Power | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Power | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Time | 7 h | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Time | 90 min | Not Applicable |
| Regenerative Braking | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Spec | eTruckmate | Sonet Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | Not Officially Disclosed | 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 | 10.5 | 3.56 |
| Number of Gears | Not Officially Disclosed | CVT |
| Transmission Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Continuously Variable Transmission |
| Clutch Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Torque Converter |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Gear Shift Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | Not Officially Disclosed | 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 | Not Officially Disclosed | 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 | Not Officially Disclosed | 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 | eTruckmate | Sonet Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | Not Applicable | 16.9 km/l |
| City Mileage | Not Applicable | 13.7 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | Not Applicable | 20.0 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | Not Applicable | 45 l |
| Emission Standard | Zero tailpipe emissions | Euro 6 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not Applicable | No |
| Auto Start Stop | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Real-world Mileage | Not Applicable | 16.9 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | AC and DC | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | Not Applicable | 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 | eTruckmate | Sonet Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | Not Officially Disclosed | 6 |
| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Traction Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Hill Start Assist | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Child Safety Lock | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| ISOFIX Mounts | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Brake Assist | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Engine Immobiliser | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Front Parking Sensors | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| AEB | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| BA | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Brake Override System | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Curtain Airbags | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Driver Airbag | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Engine Immobiliser | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Hill Hold | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Passenger Airbag | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Side Airbags | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Stability Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| TCS | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Knee Airbag | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| ABS EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Alarm System | - | 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 | eTruckmate | Sonet Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Lane Keep Assist | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Lane Departure Warning | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Parking Sensors | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Rear View Camera | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| 360 Degree Camera | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Auto Highbeam | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Auto Wipers | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Reverse Camera | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Park Assist | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Around View Monitor | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Blind Spot Warning | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Forward Collision Warning | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| 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 |
| Surround View Camera | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Spec | eTruckmate | Sonet Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Not Officially Disclosed | Cloth |
| Heated Seats | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Ventilated Seats | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Ambient Lighting | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Steering Wheel Material | Not Officially Disclosed | Leather |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Not Officially Disclosed | 6-Way Manual |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | Not Officially Disclosed | 4-Way Manual |
| Seat Trim | Not Officially Disclosed | Cloth |
| Seat Adjustment | - | 6-Way Manual |
| Steering Type | - | Yes |
| Steering Adjustment | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Folding Rear Seats | - | Yes |
| Front Armrest | - | Centre Armrest |
| Rear Armrest | - | Yes |
| Front Shoulder Room | - | 1380 mm |
| Rear Shoulder Room | - | 1330 mm |
| Cup Holders | - | 4 |
| Rear AC Vents | - | No |
| 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 | eTruckmate | Sonet Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Climate Control | Air conditioning | No |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Keyless Entry | Central locking | No |
| Push Button Start | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Wireless Charging | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Sunroof | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Electric Tailgate | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| AC Type | Air conditioning | No |
| Load Bed Length | - | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | - | Not Applicable |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | No |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | - | No |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | 1143 l |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | 1143 l |
| Rear Window Defroster | - | Yes |
| Electric Mirror Folding | - | No |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | - | No |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | - | Yes |
| 12V Accessory Socket | - | 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 | - | Yes |
| Engine Check Warning | - | Yes |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | - | No |
| Engine Start Stop | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Not Officially Disclosed | 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 |
| Heads Up Display | - | No |
| Hill Start Assist | - | Yes |
| Impact Sensing Door Unlock | - | Yes |
| Intercooler | - | No |
| Multi Function Steering | - | Yes |
| Panoramic Roof | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Performance Data Logger | - | No |
| Power Mirrors | - | Yes |
| Push Button Start | Not Officially Disclosed | 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 | Not Officially Disclosed | 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 | - | 11.2 sec |
| Air Conditioning | Air conditioning | 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 Length Mm | - | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Width Mm | - | Not Applicable |
| 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 | 14-inch wheels | 215/60 R16 |
| Roof Load | - | 50 kg |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | - | Yes |
| Side Impact Bars | - | Yes |
| Sonar | - | Yes |
| Sound System | Not Officially Disclosed | 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 | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Tailgate Damper | - | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | - | Not Available |
| Tow Bar Type | - | Not Available |
| TPMS | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Trim Level | - | mid |
| Unlocking | Central locking | 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 | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Spec | eTruckmate | Sonet Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | Not Officially Disclosed | 8.0-inch Touchscreen |
| Apple CarPlay | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Android Auto | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Yes | Yes |
| Number of Speakers | Not Officially Disclosed | 4 |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| USB Ports | Not Officially Disclosed | 2 |
| Infotainment Screen | Not Officially Disclosed | 8.0 |
| Touchscreen | Not Officially Disclosed | 8.0 |
| Navigation System | - | Yes |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Wireless Android Auto | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| FM Radio | - | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Yes |
| Voice Recognition | - | Yes |
| AUX Input | - | No |
| Infotainment Screen Size | Not Officially Disclosed | 8.0 |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | - | No |
| Audio Controls On Steering | - | Yes |
| Infotainment Display | - | 8.0 |
| Rear Usb | - | No |
| Premium Audio | - | No |
| Audio | - | Yes |
| Audio Speakers | Not Officially Disclosed | 4 |
| Audio System | - | Yes |
| Display Audio | - | 8.0-inch Touchscreen |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | - | 2 |
| Head Up Display | - | No |
| Multi Information Display | - | Digital |
| Connected Services | - | Yes |
| Voice Control | - | Yes |
| Smartphone Connectivity | - | Yes |
| Radio | - | Yes |
| Spec | eTruckmate | Sonet Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Daytime Running Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | No |
| Roof Rails | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Exterior Colour Options | Not Officially Disclosed | Multiple |
| Headlights | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Alloy Wheel Design | - | Steel |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | - | No |
| Body Cladding | - | No |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Yes |
| Roof Type | - | Standard |
| Wing Mirror Type | - | Electric |
| Rear Wiper | - | Yes |
| Door Handle Finish | - | Body Colour |
| Body Type | - | Panel Van |
| DRL | Yes | Yes |
| Fog Lights | - | No |
| Front Fog Lights | - | No |
| Led Headlights | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Led Taillights | - | Yes |
| Rear Fog Lights | - | Yes |
| Front Overhang | - | 800 mm |
| Rear Overhang | - | 695 mm |
| Auto Headlights | - | No |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | No |
| Daytime Running Lights | Yes | Yes |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | - | Standard |
| Exterior Colour Options | - | 2 |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | - | Body Colour |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | - | Yes |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | - | No |
| Front Fog Lamps | Yes | No |
| Headlamp Levelling | - | No |
| Headlamps | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Headlight Type | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Load Bed Liner | - | Not Available |
| Active Exhaust | - | Not Available |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Yes |
| Spec | eTruckmate | 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 Officially Disclosed | No |
| 4WD System Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Breakover Angle | Not Officially Disclosed | 16 deg |
| 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 |
| Ground Clearance Max | - | 211 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | - | 211 mm |
| 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 | eTruckmate | Sonet Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 175R14 | 215/60 R16 |
| Front Brake Type | Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Drum | Drum |
| Spare Wheel Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Temporary Spare |
| Wheel Rim Size | 14-inch wheels | 215/60 R16 |
| Handbrake Type | Manual | Electronic |
| Wheel Type | - | Steel |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | - | 280 mm |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | - | 236 mm |
| Parking Brake Type | - | Electronic |
| Tyre Load Index | - | 102 |
| Tyre Speed Rating | - | H |
| Brake Type Front | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Brake Type Rear | - | Drum |
| Spare Tyre | Not Officially Disclosed | Temporary Spare |
| Tyre Type | - | Radial |
| Front Tyre Width | - | 215 mm |
| Rear Tyre Width | - | 215 mm |
| Wheel Diameter | 14-inch wheels | 215/60 R16 |
| Auto Brake Hold | - | Electronic |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | - | No |
| Brakes | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Cornering Brake Control | - | Yes |
| Electric Park Brake | - | Electronic |
| 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 | - | Steel |
| Wheel Size Type | - | 215/60 R16 |
| Wheels | - | Steel |
| Spec | eTruckmate | Sonet Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Front Suspension | Independent | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf spring | Coupled Torsion Beam |
| Front Track Width | - | 1544 mm |
| Rear Track Width | - | 1536 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 | Independent | MacPherson Strut |
| MagneRide Damping | - | Not Available |
| Rear Axle Type | - | Coupled Torsion Beam |
| Rear Suspension Type | Leaf spring | Coupled Torsion Beam |
| Shock Absorbers | - | Telescopic |
| Suspension | - | MacPherson Strut |
| Spec | eTruckmate | Sonet Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 0 g/km | 138 g/km |
| Start Stop System | - | Yes |
| Hybrid System Type | - | Not Available |
| Noise Level | - | 67 dB |
| Variable Valve Timing | - | CVVT |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | - | 93 Octane |
| 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 | eTruckmate | Sonet Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Service Plan | Service plans available | 3 Years / 45,000 km |
| Service Interval | - | 15000 |
| 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 | Service plans available | 3 Years / 45,000 km |
| Service Plan Distance | Service plans available | 3 Years / 45,000 km |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | - | Yes |
| Alternator | - | Yes |
| Service Intervals | - | 15000 |
| Spec | eTruckmate | Sonet Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Current South African derivative | Mid |
| Price Zar | 575000 ZAR | 359995 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Current South African retail price | Current listed price |
| Starting Price | 575000 | 359995 |
| Starting Price Zar | 575000 | 359995 |
| Spec | eTruckmate | Sonet Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty | Battery and electric motor: 5 years / 200,000 km; balance: 3 years / 100,000 km; roadside assistance 5 years | 7 Years / 150,000 km |
| Warranty Years | Battery and electric motor: 5 years / 200,000 km; balance: 3 years / 100,000 km; roadside assistance 5 years | 7 Years / 150,000 km |
| Warranty Kilometers | Battery and electric motor: 5 years / 200,000 km; balance: 3 years / 100,000 km; roadside assistance 5 years | 7 Years / 150,000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | - | 5 Years |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | - | 5 Years |
| Basic Warranty | Battery and electric motor: 5 years / 200,000 km; balance: 3 years / 100,000 km; roadside assistance 5 years | 7 Years / 150,000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | - | 5 Years |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | - | 5 Years |
| Spec | eTruckmate | 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 eTruckmate and Sonet Panel Van comparison brings together local model information and available derivatives for South Africa. Prices and specifications appear only where they have been recorded for this market.
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eTruckmate 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.
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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.
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.