Source type: Official OEM South Africa
KIA Sonet Panel Van vs Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max
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
Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max
Executive 7DCT 2.0TGDI
Petrol
7-Speed DCT
Current
ZAR 609,900
ex-showroom
⚡ 187 kW
🔧 390 Nm
⛽ 13.2 km/l
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Decision summary
KIA Sonet Panel Van vs Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max: the short answer
Tiggo 8 Pro Max has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Sonet Panel Van remains close.
Sonet Panel Van starts ZAR 269,905 cheaper
Sonet Panel Van from ZAR 339,995 · Tiggo 8 Pro Max from ZAR 609,900
Five key differences
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| Specification | Sonet Panel Van | Tiggo 8 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | Sonet Panel Van85 kW @ 6300 rpm | Tiggo 8 Pro Max187 kW @ 5500 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | Sonet Panel Van143 Nm @ 4000 rpm | Tiggo 8 Pro Max390 Nm |
| Engine Size | Sonet Panel Van1497 cc | Tiggo 8 Pro Max2000 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | Sonet Panel Van16.9 km/l | Tiggo 8 Pro Max13.2 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | Sonet Panel Van211 mm | Tiggo 8 Pro Max203 mm |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Source type: Official South Africa OEM page / brochure
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Sonet Panel Van
Strengths
- Better fuel efficiency
- Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
- Less powerful engine setup
- Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:
Published Efficiency
Published Practicality
Specification evidence leader
Tiggo 8 Pro Max
Strengths
- More powerful engine output
- Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
- Lower fuel efficiency
- Lower published practicality figures
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
Tiggo 8 Pro Max
- 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 | Tiggo 8 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2022 | 2023 |
| Generation | Commercial derivative of first-generation Sonet BC3 platform | Current South Africa Tiggo 8 Pro Max range |
| Facelift History | No significant facelift; tracks Sonet passenger model updates | Current South Africa version listed by official source |
| Facelift Launched Since | Original current-generation version | 2023 |
| Facelift Version Ending | Current | Current |
| Body Style | Van | SUV |
| Color Note | Clear White, Aurora Black Pearl | - |
| Dealer Stock Note | Mid grade in the South Africa lineup | - |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Production Status | active | active |
| Segment | Van | SUV |
| Tare Mass Kg | 1230 kg | 1658 kg |
| Vehicle Type | Van | SUV |
| Spec | Sonet Panel Van | Tiggo 8 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3995 mm | 4720 mm |
| Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Height | 1635 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 211 mm | 203 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | 190 mm | 203 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 l | 51 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 1296 l | 117 l |
| Kerb Weight | 1230 kg | 1658 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 1670 kg | 2211 kg |
| Payload Capacity | 350 kg | 553 kg |
| Towing Capacity | 1100 kg | 1500 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Rows | 1 rows | 3 rows |
| Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 10.4 m | 5.6 m |
| Front Headroom | 990 mm | 1020 mm |
| Rear Headroom | Not Applicable | 985 mm |
| Front Legroom | 1030 mm | 1055 mm |
| Rear Legroom | Not Applicable | 945 mm |
| Spec | Sonet Panel Van | Tiggo 8 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Front Track Width | 1544 mm | 1582 mm |
| Rear Track Width | 1536 mm | 1604 mm |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson strut |
| Rear Suspension | Coupled Torsion Beam | Multi-link |
| 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 | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson strut |
| MagneRide Damping | 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 | Tiggo 8 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Load Bed Length | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Climate Control | No | Automatic |
| Power Windows | Yes | Standard |
| Keyless Entry | No | Standard |
| Push Button Start | No | Standard |
| Wireless Charging | No | Standard |
| Sunroof | No | Standard |
| Electric Tailgate | No | Standard |
| Automatic Headlamps | No | - |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | No | Standard |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | No | - |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | 1143 l | 739 l |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | 1143 l | 739 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 | Automatic |
| 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 | No | Standard |
| Engine Start Stop Button | No | Standard |
| 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 | No | Standard |
| Performance Data Logger | No | - |
| 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 | - |
| 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 | Temporary Spare | Not Available |
| 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 | Automatic |
| 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 | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | Not Available | - |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | Not Available | - |
| Loadbox Width Mm | Not Applicable | 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 | 215/60 R16 | 235/50 R19 |
| Roof Load | 50 kg | - |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | Yes | - |
| Side Impact Bars | Yes | - |
| Sonar | Yes | - |
| Sound System | 4 | 8 |
| 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 | No | Standard |
| Tailgate Damper | Not Available | - |
| Tailgate Lock | Not Available | - |
| Tow Bar Type | Not Available | - |
| TPMS | Yes | Standard |
| Trim Level | mid | - |
| Unlocking | No | Standard |
| 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 | No | Standard |
| Spec | Sonet Panel Van | Tiggo 8 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Inline |
| Valves | 16 | 16 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated | Turbocharged |
| Fuel System | Direct Injection | Petrol injection |
| Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Bore | 75 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Stroke | 84.5 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Maximum Power | 85 kW @ 6300 rpm | 187 kW @ 5500 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 143 Nm @ 4000 rpm | 390 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 | FWD |
| Transmission | CVT | 7-Speed DCT |
| Top Speed | 172 km/h | Not Officially Disclosed |
| 0-100 km/h | 11.2 sec | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | No | Eco, Normal, Sport |
| Launch Control | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rev Limiter | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 69.1 kW/tonne | 112.8 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 116.3 Nm/tonne | 235.2 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 | Tiggo 8 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Position | Front Transverse | - |
| Gearbox | Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) | 7 DCT |
| Drivetrain Layout | FWD | FWD |
| LSD Available | No | Not Applicable |
| Transfer Case | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 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 | Automatic |
| Clutch Type | Torque Converter | Automatic clutch |
| Gear Shift Indicator | No | Standard |
| Gear Shift Type | Automatic | Electric |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| 4WD Engagement | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Hi Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Lo Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Selector | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | 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 DCT |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Axle Layout | FWD | FWD |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Transfer Case Guard | Not Available | - |
| Transmission Speeds | CVT | 7 |
| Spec | Sonet Panel Van | Tiggo 8 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 16.9 km/l | 13.2 km/l |
| City Mileage | 13.7 km/l | 10.6 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | 20.0 km/l | 15.5 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 l | 51 l |
| Emission Standard | Euro 6 | Euro VIb |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | No | Not Applicable |
| Auto Start Stop | Yes | Not Available |
| Low Fuel Warning | Yes | - |
| Real-world Mileage | 16.9 km/l | 13.2 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 45 | 51 |
| 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 | Tiggo 8 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 6 | Multiple airbags |
| ABS | Yes | Standard |
| Electronic Stability Control | Yes | Standard |
| Traction Control | Yes | Standard |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Standard |
| 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 | Standard |
| 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 | Standard |
| Curtain Airbags | Yes | Standard |
| Driver Airbag | Yes | Standard |
| EBD | Yes | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Standard |
| Fatigue Detection | No | - |
| Hill Hold | Yes | Standard |
| Passenger Airbag | Yes | Standard |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | No | Standard |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Yes | Standard |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Yes | Standard |
| Side Airbags | Yes | Standard |
| 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 | Tiggo 8 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Standard |
| Rear View Camera | Yes | Standard |
| 360 Degree Camera | No | Standard |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | No | Standard |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | No | Standard |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | No | Not Available |
| Auto Highbeam | No | Standard |
| Auto Lights | No | - |
| Auto Wipers | No | Standard |
| Eco Mode | No | - |
| EV Mode | No | - |
| 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 | Standard |
| Blind Spot Warning | No | Standard |
| Emergency Braking | No | - |
| Forward Collision Warning | No | Standard |
| 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 | Standard |
| Spec | Sonet Panel Van | Tiggo 8 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Cloth | Leatherette / leather |
| Seat Adjustment | 6-Way Manual | - |
| Heated Seats | No | Standard |
| Ventilated Seats | No | Standard |
| Steering Type | Yes | - |
| Steering Adjustment | Tilt and Telescopic | - |
| Ambient Lighting | No | Standard |
| Folding Rear Seats | Yes | - |
| Front Armrest | Centre Armrest | - |
| Rear Armrest | Yes | - |
| Front Shoulder Room | 1380 mm | Not Available |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 1330 mm | Not Available |
| Cup Holders | 4 | - |
| Rear AC Vents | No | - |
| Rear USB Ports | No | - |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather | Leather |
| Instrument Cluster Type | Digital | - |
| Interior Colour Options | Black | - |
| Driver Lumbar Support | No | - |
| Door Map Pockets | Yes | - |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Yes | Standard |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | 6-Way Manual | - |
| Adjustable Front Seat | 4-Way Manual | - |
| Cooled Seats | No | - |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | 6-Way Manual | Power |
| Fabric Seats | Yes | - |
| Front Headrest | Adjustable | - |
| Leather Seats | No | - |
| Memory Seats | No | - |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | 4-Way Manual | Power |
| 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 | - |
| Seat Trim | Cloth | Leatherette / leather |
| Spec | Sonet Panel Van | Tiggo 8 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | 8.0-inch Touchscreen | Touchscreen infotainment |
| Apple CarPlay | Yes | Standard |
| Android Auto | Yes | Standard |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Yes | Standard |
| Number of Speakers | 4 | 8 |
| Navigation System | Yes | - |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | Yes | Standard |
| USB Ports | 2 | Front and rear USB where listed |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Yes | Standard |
| Wireless Android Auto | Yes | Standard |
| FM Radio | Yes | - |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Yes | - |
| Voice Recognition | Yes | - |
| AUX Input | No | - |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 8.0 | 10.25-inch or larger by trim |
| 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 | 10.25-inch or larger by trim |
| Multi Information Display | Digital | - |
| Connected Services | Yes | - |
| Voice Control | Yes | - |
| Smartphone Connectivity | Yes | - |
| Radio | Yes | - |
| Touchscreen | 8.0 | 10.25-inch or larger by trim |
| Spec | Sonet Panel Van | Tiggo 8 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | No | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lamps | Yes | Standard |
| Fog Lamps | No | Standard |
| Roof Rails | Yes | Standard |
| Alloy Wheel Design | Steel | - |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | No | - |
| Body Cladding | No | - |
| Rear Spoiler | Yes | - |
| Exterior Colour Options | Multiple | White, black, grey, silver, blue, green and other official Chery market colours by model. |
| Roof Type | Standard | - |
| Wing Mirror Type | Electric | - |
| Rear Wiper | Yes | - |
| Door Handle Finish | Body Colour | - |
| Body Type | Panel Van | - |
| DRL | Yes | Standard |
| Fog Lights | No | - |
| Front Fog Lights | No | - |
| Led Headlights | No | Standard |
| 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 | Standard |
| 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 | No | Standard |
| Headlamp Levelling | No | - |
| Headlamps | No | Standard |
| Headlight Type | No | Standard |
| Headlights | No | Standard |
| Load Bed Liner | Not Available | - |
| Panoramic Sunroof | No | Standard |
| Active Exhaust | Not Available | - |
| Rear Spoiler | Yes | - |
| Spec | Sonet Panel Van | Tiggo 8 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | 21 deg | Not Available |
| Departure Angle | 35 deg | Not Available |
| Wading Depth | Not Available | Not Available |
| Terrain Modes | Not Available | Not Applicable |
| Locking Differential | No | Not Applicable |
| Underbody Protection | No | - |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | 16 deg | - |
| Recovery Hooks | No | - |
| 4WD System Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Standard |
| 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 | - |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | Not Available | - |
| Ground Clearance Max | 211 mm | 203 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | 211 mm | 203 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 | Sonet Panel Van | Tiggo 8 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R16 | 235/50 R19 |
| Wheel Type | Steel | - |
| Front Brake Type | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Drum | Disc |
| Spare Wheel Type | Temporary Spare | Not Available |
| 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 | 235/50 R19 |
| Brake Type Front | Ventilated Disc | - |
| Brake Type Rear | Drum | - |
| Spare Tyre | Temporary Spare | Not Available |
| Tyre Type | Radial | - |
| Front Tyre Width | 215 mm | - |
| Rear Tyre Width | 215 mm | - |
| Wheel Diameter | 215/60 R16 | 235/50 R19 |
| 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 | - |
| Handbrake Type | Electronic | Electronic parking brake |
| 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 | - |
| Wheel Size Type | 215/60 R16 | - |
| Wheels | Steel | - |
| Spec | Sonet Panel Van | Tiggo 8 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 3 Years / 45,000 km | 7 Year / 90 000 km |
| Service Plan Distance | 3 Years / 45,000 km | 7 Year / 90 000 km |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | Yes | - |
| Alternator | Yes | - |
| Service Plan | 3 Years / 45,000 km | 7 Year / 90 000 km |
| Service Intervals | 15000 | - |
| Spec | Sonet Panel Van | Tiggo 8 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty Years | 7 Years / 150,000 km | 7 Year / 200 000 km |
| Warranty Kilometers | 7 Years / 150,000 km | 7 Year / 200 000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | 5 Years | - |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | 5 Years | - |
| Basic Warranty | 7 Years / 150,000 km | 7 Year / 200 000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | 5 Years | - |
| Warranty | 7 Years / 150,000 km | 7 Year / 200 000 km |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | 5 Years | - |
| Spec | Sonet Panel Van | Tiggo 8 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 138 g/km | 180 g/km |
| Start Stop System | Yes | - |
| Hybrid System Type | Not Available | - |
| Noise Level | 67 dB | - |
| Variable Valve Timing | CVVT | - |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | 93 Octane | Petrol |
| 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 | Sonet Panel Van | Tiggo 8 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Tiggo 8 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Mid | mid-to-high value |
| Price Zar | 359995 ZAR | 609900 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Current listed price | mid-to-high value |
| Starting Price | 359995 | 609900 |
| Starting Price Zar | 359995 | 609900 |
In depth: how these cars differ
This Sonet Panel Van and Tiggo 8 Pro Max 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 Tiggo 8 Pro Max 75.
Efficiency index: Sonet Panel Van 65 vs Tiggo 8 Pro Max 52.
Safety-equipment index: Sonet Panel Van 72 vs Tiggo 8 Pro Max 94.
Practicality index: Sonet Panel Van 59 vs Tiggo 8 Pro Max 58.
Ownership-cover index: Sonet Panel Van 71 vs Tiggo 8 Pro Max not separately scored.
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
Tiggo 8 Pro Max leads by 12 points
Tiggo 8 Pro Max has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Sonet Panel Van remains close.
Evidence leader
71
/100
Lead
12
points
Data
69%
source coverage
71
#1
Evidence leader
Tiggo 8 Pro Max
69% source coverage
2 strong categories
Best at
Safety 94
Check
Efficiency 52
Performance
75
Efficiency
52
Safety
94
Practicality
58
Leads by 12 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
Tiggo 8 Pro Max +39
Efficiency
Sonet Panel Van +13
Safety
Tiggo 8 Pro Max +22
Practicality
Sonet Panel Van +1
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Tiggo 8 Pro Max
Performance
75/100
Efficiency
52/100
Safety
94/100
Practicality
58/100
Sonet Panel Van
Performance
36/100
Efficiency
65/100
Safety
72/100
Practicality
59/100
Ownership
71/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max
leads the specification evidence index with 71 pts
vs 59 pts for Sonet Panel Van
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Tiggo 8 Pro Max 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 Tiggo 8 Pro Max questions
There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the models and available derivatives in South Africa on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.
Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.
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