The Kia Sonet I is a crossover SUV in production since 2020.
Engines: 1.5 (Smartstream G1.5 MPi), 115 hp. Transmission: CVT; front-wheel drive. Length 3,995 mm, wheelbase 2,500 mm, fuel tank 45 L.
Facelift: 2024. Sold in Uzbekistan; assembled in Uzbekistan.
Approximate annual vehicle tax for 2026 (due by 1 April 2027), based on the 2026 MRP of 4,325 ₸. The exact amount depends on the engine displacement in the registration certificate and the year of manufacture. Exact calculator (in Russian) →
Engine: Hyundai/Kia Smartstream
- new engines, few widespread problems so far
What to check when buying: service history.
Tip: Oil per schedule, preferably more often.
Based on owner and workshop reports. A specific car may differ — get a pre-purchase inspection.
What engine does the Kia Sonet I have?
1.5, code Smartstream G1.5 MPi, 115 hp, 144 Nm.
What transmission does it have?
CVT (CVT Hyundai IVT).
What are the ground clearance and fuel tank size?
Fuel tank 45 l.
How much is the vehicle tax on the Kia Sonet I in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, about 8,650 ₸ for a car under 10 years old (base engine). Cars aged 10–20 years get a 0.7 coefficient, cars over 20 years a 0.5 coefficient.