Source type: Official OEM South Africa
KIA Sonet Panel Van vs Volkswagen T-Roc
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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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
VS
Volkswagen T-Roc
2.0 TSI 140kW 4Motion R-Line DSG
Petrol
7-Speed DCT
Current
ZAR 760,100
ex-showroom
⚡ 140 kW
🔧 320 Nm
⛽ 15.9 km/l
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Add a 3rd car
Decision summary
KIA Sonet Panel Van vs Volkswagen T-Roc: the short answer
T-Roc has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Sonet Panel Van remains close.
Sonet Panel Van starts ZAR 308,905 cheaper
Sonet Panel Van from ZAR 339,995 · T-Roc from ZAR 648,900
Five key differences
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| Specification | Sonet Panel Van | T-Roc |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | Sonet Panel Van85 kW @ 6300 rpm | T-Roc140 kW |
| Maximum Torque | Sonet Panel Van143 Nm @ 4000 rpm | T-Roc320 Nm |
| Engine Size | Sonet Panel Van1497 cc | T-Roc2000 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | Sonet Panel Van16.9 km/l | T-Roc15.9 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | Sonet Panel Van211 mm | T-Roc168 mm |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Source type: Volkswagen South Africa current model and price list
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Sonet Panel Van
Strengths
- Better fuel efficiency
- Stronger published practicality figures
- Stronger published ownership cover
Weak Spots
- Less powerful engine setup
- Fewer listed safety features
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Published Efficiency
Published Practicality
Specification evidence leader
T-Roc
Strengths
- More powerful engine output
- Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
- Lower fuel efficiency
- Lower published practicality figures
- Lower published ownership cover
Best suited to:
Published Performance
Which One's Right for You?
Sonet Panel Van
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published warranty or service cover
T-Roc
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
- Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Full Specs, Side by Side
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| Spec | Sonet Panel Van | T-Roc |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2022 | 2021 |
| Generation | Commercial derivative of first-generation Sonet BC3 platform | Current first-generation T-Roc remains on sale while the second generation is prepared for South Africa |
| Facelift History | No significant facelift; tracks Sonet passenger model updates | Volkswagen has confirmed the all-new second-generation T-Roc for the second half of 2026; local derivatives and prices are still pending |
| Facelift Launched Since | Original current-generation version | Volkswagen has confirmed the all-new second-generation T-Roc for the second half of 2026; local derivatives and prices are still pending |
| Facelift Version Ending | Current | Current |
| Body Style | Van | SUV |
| Color Note | Clear White, Aurora Black Pearl | White, Black, Silver, Grey, Blue, Red, Orange |
| Dealer Stock Note | Mid grade in the South Africa lineup | Top grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Model Year | 2026 | Current |
| Production Status | active | published |
| Segment | Van | SUV |
| Tare Mass Kg | 1230 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Type | Van | SUV |
| Drivetrain Note | - | 4x4 configuration for the local line-up |
| Spec | Sonet Panel Van | T-Roc |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3995 mm | 4234 mm |
| Width | 1790 mm | 1819 mm |
| Height | 1635 mm | 1573 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2500 mm | 2593 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 211 mm | 168 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | 190 mm | - |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 l | 55 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 1296 l | 392 l |
| Kerb Weight | 1230 kg | 1400 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 1670 kg | 2020 kg |
| Payload Capacity | 350 kg | - |
| Towing Capacity | 1100 kg | 1200 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Rows | 1 rows | - |
| Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 10.4 m | 5.4 m |
| Front Headroom | 990 mm | - |
| Rear Headroom | Not Applicable | - |
| Front Legroom | 1030 mm | - |
| Rear Legroom | Not Applicable | - |
| Spec | Sonet Panel Van | T-Roc |
|---|---|---|
| Front Track Width | 1544 mm | 1569 mm |
| Rear Track Width | 1536 mm | 1546 mm |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Coupled Torsion Beam | Multi-Link |
| Chassis Type | Unibody | - |
| Power Steering | Yes | Electric |
| 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 | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| MagneRide Damping | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rear Axle Type | Coupled Torsion Beam | - |
| Rear Suspension Type | Coupled Torsion Beam | Multi-Link |
| Shock Absorbers | Telescopic | - |
| Suspension | MacPherson Strut | - |
| Spec | Sonet Panel Van | T-Roc |
|---|---|---|
| Load Bed Length | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Climate Control | No | Standard |
| Power Windows | Yes | All Doors |
| Keyless Entry | No | Smart Entry |
| Push Button Start | No | Standard |
| Wireless Charging | No | Standard |
| Sunroof | No | Standard |
| Electric Tailgate | No | Not Available |
| Automatic Headlamps | No | - |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | No | Standard |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | No | - |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | 1143 l | 392 l |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | 1143 l | 392 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 | - |
| AC Type | No | Standard |
| Adaptive Dampers | No | Not Available |
| Aero Kit | No | - |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | No | - |
| Boot Opener | Remote | - |
| Chrome Exterior Highlights | No | - |
| Chrome Grille | Yes | - |
| Climate Zones | 1 | Standard |
| 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 | No | Standard |
| Engine Start Stop Button | No | Standard |
| Engine Warranty | 7 Years / 150,000 km | - |
| Front Armrest | Yes | Standard |
| Front Power Outlet | Yes | - |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | 5.9 | 6.3 |
| 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 | No | Standard |
| Performance Data Logger | No | Not Available |
| Power Mirrors | Yes | - |
| Push Button Start | No | Standard |
| Rear Defogger | Yes | - |
| Rear Reading Lamps | Yes | - |
| Rear Seat Split | Yes | - |
| Rear Wing | Yes | - |
| Remote Engine Start | No | - |
| Rev Matching | No | Not Available |
| Ride Mode Selection | No | - |
| Roof Antenna | Yes | - |
| Seat Type | Fabric Seats | - |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | Yes | - |
| Service Reminder | Yes | - |
| Side Steps | No | - |
| Skid Plates | No | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Spare Wheel | Temporary Spare | Space Saver |
| 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 | No | Standard |
| Automatic High Beam | No | - |
| Battery Preconditioning | Not Available | Not Available |
| Bed Extender | Not Available | Not Available |
| Bottle Holders | 4 | - |
| Canopy Fitment | Not Available | Not Available |
| Centre Console | Centre Armrest | Standard |
| 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 | Not Available |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | No | - |
| Lift Gate | No | - |
| Load Bed Cover | Not Available | Not Available |
| Load Bed Light | Not Available | Not Available |
| Load Bed Steps | Not Available | Not Available |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | Not Available | Not Available |
| Loadbox Length Mm | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | Not Available | Not Available |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | Not Available | Not Available |
| Loadbox Width Mm | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Manual Aircon | No | Standard |
| Mirror | Electric | - |
| One Pedal Driving | Not Available | 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 | Not Available |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | Yes | - |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | No | - |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | Not Available | Not Available |
| Remote Central Locking | Yes | - |
| Remote Side Mirror | Yes | - |
| Remote Start | No | - |
| Rim Size | 215/60 R16 | 18-inch Alloy |
| Roof Load | 50 kg | - |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | Yes | - |
| Side Impact Bars | Yes | - |
| Sonar | Yes | - |
| Sound System | 4 | 8 |
| Source Model Column | sonet-panel-van | t-roc |
| Sport Plus Mode | Not Available | Not Available |
| Sports Bar | Not Available | Not Available |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | Yes | - |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | Yes | - |
| Steering Column Adjustment | Tilt and Telescopic | - |
| Sub Frame | Unibody | - |
| Surround View Monitor | No | Not Available |
| Tailgate Damper | Not Available | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | Not Available | Not Available |
| Tow Bar Type | Not Available | Not Available |
| TPMS | Yes | Standard |
| Trim Level | mid | top |
| Unlocking | No | Smart Entry |
| Vanity Mirror Illuminated | Yes | - |
| Variant Role | Commercial utility derivative | Entry or fleet-access derivative |
| Vdc | Yes | - |
| Vehicle To Grid | Not Available | Not Available |
| Vehicle To Load | Not Available | Not Available |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | No | - |
| Walk Away Lock | No | - |
| Wireless Charger | No | Standard |
| Trailer Stability Assist | - | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Trailer Sway Control | - | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Spec | Sonet Panel Van | T-Roc |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol | 2-litre Turbocharged Petrol |
| Engine Code | G4LC | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 1497 cc | 2000 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Cylinder Layout | Inline | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Valves | 16 | 16 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated | Turbocharged |
| Fuel System | Direct Injection | Direct Injection |
| Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Bore | 75 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Stroke | 84.5 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Maximum Power | 85 kW @ 6300 rpm | 140 kW |
| Maximum Torque | 143 Nm @ 4000 rpm | 320 Nm |
| 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 | AWD |
| Transmission | CVT | 7-Speed DCT |
| Top Speed | 172 km/h | 203 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 11.2 sec | 9.1 sec |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Launch Control | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rev Limiter | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 69.1 kW/tonne | 100 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 116.3 Nm/tonne | 228.6 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 | Sonet Panel Van | T-Roc |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Position | Front Transverse | - |
| Gearbox | Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) | 7-speed DSG |
| Drivetrain Layout | FWD | 4MOTION AWD |
| LSD Available | No | Not Applicable |
| Transfer Case | Not Applicable | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Differential Lock | No | Not Applicable |
| Paddle Shifters | No | Standard |
| Final Drive Ratio | 3.56 | Not Applicable |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | 15.1:1 | - |
| Number of Gears | CVT | 7 |
| Transmission Type | Continuously Variable Transmission | 7-speed DSG |
| Clutch Type | Torque Converter | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Indicator | No | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Type | Automatic | DCT |
| Drivetrain | FWD | 4MOTION AWD |
| 4WD Engagement | Not Applicable | Available |
| 4WD Hi Range | Not Applicable | Available |
| 4WD Lo Range | Not Applicable | Available where 4WD low range is fitted |
| 4WD Selector | Not Applicable | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | No | Standard |
| Differential Type Front | Not Available | - |
| Differential Type Rear | Not Available | - |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Gearbox Type | Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) | 7-speed DSG |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | Not Applicable | Available where 4WD low range is fitted |
| Axle Layout | FWD | 4MOTION AWD |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Transfer Case Guard | Not Available | - |
| Transmission Speeds | CVT | 7 |
| Drive Mode Selector | - | 4WD/off-road drive mode support |
| Spec | Sonet Panel Van | T-Roc |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 16.9 km/l | 15.9 km/l |
| City Mileage | 13.7 km/l | 13 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | 20.0 km/l | 15 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 l | 55 l |
| Emission Standard | Euro 6 | Euro 6 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | No | Not Applicable |
| Auto Start Stop | Yes | Standard |
| Low Fuel Warning | Yes | - |
| Real-world Mileage | 16.9 km/l | 15.9 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 45 | 55 |
| 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 |
| Spec | Sonet Panel Van | T-Roc |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 6 | 7 |
| ABS | Yes | Standard |
| Electronic Stability Control | Yes | Standard |
| Traction Control | Yes | Standard |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Hill Start Assist | Yes | Standard |
| Child Safety Lock | Yes | Standard |
| ISOFIX Mounts | Yes | Standard |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Yes | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Standard |
| Alarm System | Yes | - |
| Central Locking | Yes | - |
| Side Impact Beams | Yes | - |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Yes | Not Available |
| Speed Alert System | Yes | - |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | No | - |
| Front Parking Sensors | No | Standard |
| Safety Rating | 5 | - |
| Whiplash Protection | Yes | - |
| Lane Change Warning | No | - |
| AEB | No | Standard |
| BA | Yes | Standard |
| Brake Override System | Yes | Not Available |
| Curtain Airbags | Yes | Not Available |
| Driver Airbag | Yes | 7 |
| EBD | Yes | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Standard |
| Fatigue Detection | No | - |
| Hill Hold | Yes | Standard |
| Passenger Airbag | Yes | 7 |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | No | Standard |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Yes | Not Available |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Yes | Not Available |
| Side Airbags | Yes | Not Available |
| Stability Control | Yes | Standard |
| TCS | Yes | Standard |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | No | - |
| Knee Airbag | No | Not Available |
| ABS EBD | Yes | Standard |
| Anti Theft Alarm | Yes | - |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | 6 | - |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | 6 | - |
| ESC With Traction Control | Yes | - |
| Spec | Sonet Panel Van | T-Roc |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Yes | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | No | Standard |
| Lane Keep Assist | No | Standard |
| Lane Departure Warning | No | Standard |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | No | Standard |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | No | Standard |
| Parking Sensors | Yes | Front and rear |
| Rear View Camera | Yes | Standard |
| 360 Degree Camera | No | Not Available |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | No | Standard |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | No | Standard |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | No | Standard |
| Auto Highbeam | No | Not Available |
| Auto Lights | No | - |
| Auto Wipers | No | Standard |
| Eco Mode | No | - |
| EV Mode | No | Not Available |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Standard |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Standard |
| Sport Mode | No | - |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | No | Standard |
| Park Assist | No | Not Available |
| Around View Monitor | No | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Warning | No | Standard |
| Emergency Braking | No | - |
| Forward Collision Warning | No | Not Available |
| 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 | No | Not Available |
| Spec | Sonet Panel Van | T-Roc |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Cloth | Cloth |
| Seat Adjustment | 6-Way Manual | - |
| Heated Seats | No | Front |
| Ventilated Seats | No | Not Applicable |
| Steering Type | Yes | Electric |
| Steering Adjustment | Tilt and Telescopic | - |
| Ambient Lighting | No | Standard |
| Folding Rear Seats | Yes | - |
| Front Armrest | Centre Armrest | Standard |
| Rear Armrest | Yes | - |
| Front Shoulder Room | 1380 mm | Not Applicable |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 1330 mm | Not Applicable |
| Cup Holders | 4 | - |
| Rear AC Vents | No | - |
| Rear USB Ports | No | - |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather | Not Applicable |
| Instrument Cluster Type | Digital | - |
| Interior Colour Options | Black | Black |
| Driver Lumbar Support | No | - |
| Door Map Pockets | Yes | - |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Yes | 60/40 Split |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | 6-Way Manual | - |
| Adjustable Front Seat | 4-Way Manual | - |
| Cooled Seats | No | - |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | 6-Way Manual | Electric 6-Way |
| Fabric Seats | Yes | Cloth |
| Front Headrest | Adjustable | - |
| Leather Seats | No | - |
| Memory Seats | No | - |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | 4-Way Manual | Electric 6-Way |
| Rear Headrest | Adjustable | - |
| Armrest Front | Centre Armrest | Standard |
| 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 | Digital cockpit, premium infotainment, leather options, advanced safety |
| Interior Trim Colour | Black | Black |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | Cloth | - |
| Interior Colours | Black | Black |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | Yes | - |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | No | - |
| Seat Belt Warning | Yes | - |
| Seat Fold Type | Yes | - |
| Seat Trim | Cloth | Cloth |
| Floor Mats | - | Standard |
| Spec | Sonet Panel Van | T-Roc |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | 8.0-inch Touchscreen | SYNC |
| Apple CarPlay | Yes | Wireless |
| Android Auto | Yes | Wireless |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Yes | Standard |
| Number of Speakers | 4 | 8 |
| Navigation System | Yes | - |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | Yes | 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit |
| USB Ports | 2 | 3 |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Yes | Wireless |
| Wireless Android Auto | Yes | Wireless |
| FM Radio | Yes | - |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Yes | - |
| Voice Recognition | Yes | - |
| AUX Input | No | - |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 8.0 | SYNC |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | No | - |
| Audio Controls On Steering | Yes | - |
| Infotainment Display | 8.0 | - |
| Rear Usb | No | - |
| Premium Audio | No | - |
| Audio | Yes | - |
| Audio Speakers | 4 | 8 |
| Audio System | Yes | - |
| Display Audio | 8.0-inch Touchscreen | - |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | 2 | - |
| Head Up Display | No | - |
| Infotainment Screen | 8.0 | SYNC |
| Multi Information Display | Digital | - |
| Connected Services | Yes | SYNC |
| Voice Control | Yes | - |
| Smartphone Connectivity | Yes | Bluetooth |
| Radio | Yes | - |
| Touchscreen | 8.0 | SYNC |
| Spec | Sonet Panel Van | T-Roc |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | No | Full LED |
| Daytime Running Lamps | Yes | LED |
| Fog Lamps | No | LED |
| Roof Rails | Yes | Standard |
| Alloy Wheel Design | Steel | 18-inch Alloy |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | No | - |
| Body Cladding | No | - |
| Rear Spoiler | Yes | - |
| Exterior Colour Options | Multiple | 7 |
| Roof Type | Standard | - |
| Wing Mirror Type | Electric | - |
| Rear Wiper | Yes | - |
| Door Handle Finish | Body Colour | - |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| DRL | Yes | LED |
| Fog Lights | No | - |
| Front Fog Lights | No | - |
| Led Headlights | No | Full LED |
| 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 | LED |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | Standard | - |
| Exterior Colour Options | 2 | 7 |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | Body Colour | - |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | Yes | - |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | No | - |
| Front Fog Lamps | No | LED |
| Headlamp Levelling | No | - |
| Headlamps | No | Full LED |
| Headlight Type | No | Full LED |
| Headlights | No | Full LED |
| Load Bed Liner | Not Available | Not Available |
| Panoramic Sunroof | No | Standard |
| Active Exhaust | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rear Spoiler | Yes | - |
| Spec | Sonet Panel Van | T-Roc |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | 21 deg | Not Available |
| Departure Angle | 35 deg | Not Available |
| Wading Depth | Not Available | Not Available |
| Terrain Modes | Not Available | 4WD/off-road drive mode support |
| Locking Differential | No | Not Applicable |
| Underbody Protection | No | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | 16 deg | - |
| Recovery Hooks | No | - |
| 4WD System Type | Not Applicable | Four-wheel drive |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Ramp-over Angle | 18 deg | - |
| Approach Angle Deg | 21 deg | - |
| Breakover Angle | 16 deg | Not Available |
| Departure Angle Deg | 35 deg | - |
| Energy Recovery Display | Not Available | Not Available |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | Not Available | - |
| Ground Clearance Max | 211 mm | 168 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | 211 mm | 168 mm |
| Off Road Descent Control | Not Available | - |
| Off Road Traction Assist | Not Available | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| 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 | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Terrain Mode Normal | Not Available | - |
| Terrain Mode Rock | Not Available | - |
| Terrain Mode Sand | Not Available | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Terrain Mode Snow | Not Available | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Terrain Response System | Not Available | - |
| Underbody Camera | Not Available | - |
| Spec | Sonet Panel Van | T-Roc |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R16 | 215/50 R18 |
| Wheel Type | Steel | 18-inch Alloy |
| Front Brake Type | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Drum | Solid Disc |
| Spare Wheel Type | Temporary Spare | Space Saver |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | 280 mm | - |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | 236 mm | - |
| Parking Brake Type | Electronic | - |
| Tyre Load Index | 102 | - |
| Tyre Speed Rating | H | - |
| Wheel Rim Size | 215/60 R16 | 18-inch Alloy |
| Brake Type Front | Ventilated Disc | - |
| Brake Type Rear | Drum | - |
| Spare Tyre | Temporary Spare | Space Saver |
| Tyre Type | Radial | - |
| Front Tyre Width | 215 mm | - |
| Rear Tyre Width | 215 mm | - |
| Wheel Diameter | 215/60 R16 | 18-inch Alloy |
| 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 | Not Available |
| Handbrake Type | Electronic | Not Applicable |
| 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 | Yes | Standard |
| Wheel Material | Steel | 18-inch Alloy |
| Wheel Size Type | 215/60 R16 | - |
| Wheels | Steel | 18-inch Alloy |
| Spec | Sonet Panel Van | T-Roc |
|---|---|---|
| Service Interval | 15000 | 15,000 km or 1 Year |
| 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 | 3 Years / 45,000 km | Optional |
| Service Plan Distance | 3 Years / 45,000 km | Optional |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | Yes | - |
| Alternator | Yes | - |
| Service Plan | 3 Years / 45,000 km | Optional |
| Service Intervals | 15000 | 15,000 km or 1 Year |
| Spec | Sonet Panel Van | T-Roc |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty Years | 7 Years / 150,000 km | 3 |
| Warranty Kilometers | 7 Years / 150,000 km | 3 |
| Roadside Assistance | 5 Years | - |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | 5 Years | - |
| Basic Warranty | 7 Years / 150,000 km | 3 |
| Roadside Assistance | 5 Years | - |
| Warranty | 7 Years / 150,000 km | 3 |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | 5 Years | - |
| Spec | Sonet Panel Van | T-Roc |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 138 g/km | 143 g/km |
| Start Stop System | Yes | Standard |
| Hybrid System Type | Not Available | Not Applicable |
| Noise Level | 67 dB | - |
| Variable Valve Timing | CVVT | - |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | 93 Octane | Petrol |
| Particulate Filter | No | Not Available |
| Euro Emission Standard | Euro 6 | Euro 6 |
| Green NCAP Rating | 4 | - |
| Idle CO2 Output | 145 | 143 |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | Yes | - |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | 138 | 143 |
| Spec | Sonet Panel Van | T-Roc |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | - |
| Spec | Sonet Panel Van | T-Roc |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Mid | South Africa market model |
| Price Zar | 359995 ZAR | 760100 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Current listed price | Active local lineup |
| Starting Price | 359995 | 760100 |
| Starting Price Zar | 359995 | 760100 |
In depth: how these cars differ
This Sonet Panel Van and T-Roc 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: Sonet Panel Van 36 vs T-Roc 64.
Efficiency index: Sonet Panel Van 65 vs T-Roc 61.
Safety-equipment index: Sonet Panel Van 72 vs T-Roc 99.
Practicality index: Sonet Panel Van 59 vs T-Roc 58.
Ownership-cover index: Sonet Panel Van 71 vs T-Roc 43.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.
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Specification Evidence Index
A transparent comparison of published catalogue fields. This is not a road-test score, owner rating or editorial review rating, and it appears only when every vehicle clears the same comparable-data threshold.
Evidence-index readout
T-Roc leads by 8 points
T-Roc has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Sonet Panel Van remains close.
Evidence leader
67
/100
Lead
8
points
Data
89%
source coverage
67
#1
Evidence leader
T-Roc
89% source coverage
1 strong categories
Best at
Safety 99
Check
Ownership 43
Performance
64
Efficiency
61
Safety
99
Practicality
58
Ownership
43
Leads by 8 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
T-Roc +28
Efficiency
Sonet Panel Van +4
Safety
T-Roc +27
Practicality
Sonet Panel Van +1
Ownership
Sonet Panel Van +28
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
T-Roc
Performance
64/100
Efficiency
61/100
Safety
99/100
Practicality
58/100
Ownership
43/100
Sonet Panel Van
Performance
36/100
Efficiency
65/100
Safety
72/100
Practicality
59/100
Ownership
71/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
Volkswagen T-Roc
leads the specification evidence index with 67 pts
vs 59 pts for Sonet Panel Van
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, T-Roc 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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Sonet Panel Van vs T-Roc 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.