Foton Miler 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.

Foton Miler in South Africa

Foton Miler

Box Body Diesel 5-Speed Manual Current
ZAR 399,900 ex-showroom
⚡ 92 kW 🔧 320 Nm
VS
KIA Sonet in South Africa

KIA Sonet

1.5 EX+ CVT Petrol CVT Current
ZAR 469,995 ex-showroom
⚡ 85 kW 🔧 143 Nm ⛽ 16.9 km/l
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Decision summary

Foton Miler vs KIA Sonet: 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 starts ZAR 9,905 cheaper Miler from ZAR 339,900 · Sonet from ZAR 329,995

Five key differences

Exact selected derivatives
Specification Miler Sonet
Maximum Power Miler92 kW Sonet85 kW @ 6300 rpm
Maximum Torque Miler320 Nm Sonet143 Nm @ 4000 rpm
Engine Size Miler2000 cc Sonet1497 cc
Combined Fuel Economy MilerNot Officially Disclosed Sonet16.9 km/l
Ground Clearance MilerNot Officially Disclosed Sonet211 mm

Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.

Full Specs, Side by Side

Spec Miler Sonet
Model Introduced Year 2024 2021
Generation Single-row cab platform on a 2,900 mm wheelbase with four body configurations in the live local range. First generation (BC3); launched globally 2020, SA 2021
Facelift History Current South African Miler range, with no separate facelift identified. 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 Light truck SUV
Model Year 2026 2026
Production Status active active
Segment 2.1-tonne light truck SUV
Vehicle Type Light commercial vehicle SUV
Color Note - Clear White, Aurora Black Pearl, Gravity Blue, Pewter Olive, Intense Red, Steel Grey, Glacier White Pearl (two-tone options on SX)
Dealer Stock Note - Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Tare Mass Kg - 1270 kg
Spec Miler Sonet
Length 5535 mm 3995 mm
Width 1970 mm 1790 mm
Height 2110 mm 1635 mm
Wheelbase 2900 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 Not Officially Disclosed 45 l
Boot/Cargo Space Not Officially Disclosed 392 l
Kerb Weight 2120 kg 1270 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) Not Officially Disclosed 1710 kg
Payload Capacity 2180 kg 408 kg
Towing Capacity Not Officially Disclosed 1100 kg
Seating Capacity 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Rows 1 rows 2 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 950 mm
Front Legroom Not Officially Disclosed 1030 mm
Rear Legroom Not Officially Disclosed 860 mm

In depth: how these cars differ

This Miler and Sonet 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.

Hagalu has withheld an overall score because at least one selected vehicle does not yet have four comparable categories and 50% weighted source coverage. Missing catalogue evidence is not replaced with a neutral score or a guessed value.

Use the key-spec and full-spec tables to compare the fields that are confirmed. For a purchase decision, verify current availability, exact derivative equipment, finance, insurance and ownership cover with the relevant manufacturer or authorised retailer.

Specification Score Withheld

Hagalu does not turn missing specifications into neutral scores or guessed values.

Fail closed

Score withheld: fewer than four comparable categories or less than 50% weighted source coverage for at least one vehicle.

Use the verified key-spec and full-spec tables on this page. A ranked index will appear only after every selected vehicle has source-backed data in at least four categories and reaches 50% weighted coverage.

What the evidence means

No overall winner is declared because the selected vehicles do not yet meet Hagalu's minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold. Compare the confirmed rows and verify the exact derivative before buying.

Miler 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.