EX5 EM-i I vs Sonet I: which is better?
Geely Galaxy EX5 EM-i I (2025–present) vs Kia Sonet I (2020–present): specs, fuel economy, tax and common problems.
Kia Sonet ISpecifications
| Geely Galaxy EX5 EM-i I | Kia Sonet I | |
|---|---|---|
| Production years | 2025–present | 2020–present |
| Body | crossover SUV | crossover SUV |
| Fuel | plug-in hybrid (PHEV) | petrol |
| Engines | 1.5 + electric motor | 1.5 |
| Power, up to | 99 hp | 115 hp |
| Torque, up to | 125 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Gearbox | hybrid (DHT) | CVT |
| Drive | front-wheel drive | front-wheel drive |
| 0–100 km/h, from | 8,1 s | — |
| Consumption, from | 6,2 L/100 km | — |
| Length | 4 740 mm | 3 995 mm |
| Width | 1 905 mm | 1 790 mm |
| Height | 1 685 mm | 1 610 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2 755 mm | 2 500 mm |
| Ground clearance | 172 mm | — |
| Curb weight | 1 805 kg | — |
| Fuel tank | 51 L | 45 L |
| KZ tax 2026 (car under 10 years) | ≈ 8 650 ₸ | ≈ 8 650 ₸ |
The better value is highlighted in green.
Pros, cons and common problems
Geely Galaxy EX5 EM-i I
Pros
- Currently in production — can be bought new
Cons
- Front-wheel drive only
- Modest power: up to 99 hp
Kia Sonet I
Pros
- Local assembly: Uzbekistan
- Currently in production — can be bought new
Cons
- Hyundai IVT CVT gearbox: some complaints of jerking when pulling away
- Small tank: 45 L
- Front-wheel drive only
- Modest power: up to 115 hp
Engine (Hyundai/Kia Smartstream): new engines, few widespread problems so far.
Gearbox (Hyundai IVT CVT): the gearbox is relatively new, statistics are being gathered; there are complaints about jerks when pulling away.
Which one to choose
- EX5 EM-i I — if you care more about: wheelbase, fuel tank.
- Sonet I — if you care more about: power, torque.
The condition of a specific car matters more than the model: check the service history and get the engine and gearbox inspected before buying.
FAQ
Which is more powerful: EX5 EM-i I or Sonet I?
EX5 EM-i I: up to 99 hp, Sonet I: up to 115 hp.
What is the vehicle tax in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, for a car under 10 years old: EX5 EM-i I — about 8 650 ₸, Sonet I — about 8 650 ₸ (base engine). A 0.7 factor applies to cars aged 10–20 years and 0.5 to cars over 20.