Changan CS15 vs Kia Sonet
Price, estimated monthly instalment and specifications of the Changan CS15 and the Kia Sonet as sold in the Philippines, using each model's lowest-priced variant.
Source: IC Automotive Inc. (Inchcape Philippines) and KP Motors Corporation (Kia Philippines, an ACMobility subsidiary). Last verified .
Photo: Changan Philippines (Inchcape), via changan.ph.
Changan CS15
1.5 DCT variant
- SRP
- ₱850,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱14,792
Photo: Kia Philippines, via kiaphilippines.com.
Kia Sonet
1.5 LX MT variant
- SRP
- ₱798,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱13,887
How they differ
- The Kia Sonet is the less expensive of the two: it starts at ₱798,000, which is ₱52,000 (6%) below the Changan CS15 at ₱850,000.
- On installment at our default terms, the Sonet is estimated at ₱13,887 a month against ₱14,792 for the CS15, a difference of ₱905 a month.
- The Sonet makes more power (115 PS against 106.5 PS for the CS15).
Specifications side by side
| Specification | Changan CS151.5 DCT, ₱850,000 | Kia Sonet1.5 LX MT, ₱798,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and performance | ||
| Engine (differs) | 1.5L BlueCore gasoline | 1.5L inline-4 DOHC gasoline (Smartstream) |
| Displacement (differs) | n/a | 1497 cc |
| Max power (differs) | 106.5 PS | 115 PS |
| Power peak (differs) | n/a | 6300 rpm |
| Max torque (differs) | 145 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque peak (differs) | 3,500-4,500 | 4,500 |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission (differs) | 5-speed wet-type dual-clutch (WDCT) | 6-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length (differs) | 4135 mm | 4110 mm |
| Width (differs) | n/a | 1790 mm |
| Height (differs) | 1630 mm | 1625 mm |
| Wheelbase (differs) | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
| Ground clearance (differs) | n/a | 205 mm |
| Turning radius (differs) | n/a | 5.3 m |
| Capacity | ||
| Seats (differs) | n/a | 5 |
| Fuel tank (differs) | 48 L | 45 L |
| Chassis and brakes | ||
| Front suspension (differs) | n/a | MacPherson strut |
| Rear suspension (differs) | n/a | Coupled torsion beam axle |
| Front brake (differs) | Ventilated disc | Disc |
| Rear brake | Disc | Disc |
| Tyres (differs) | n/a | 205/55 R16 |
| Wheels (differs) | 17" gunmetal alloy | 16" steel with styled wheel cover |
| Safety | ||
| ABS (differs) | ABS with EBD | ABS |
| Airbags (differs) | 4 | 2 |
| Driver assistance (differs) | Cruise control, rear parking sensors, rear view camera, tire pressure monitoring | n/a |
| Stability control (differs) | ESP with brake assist and hill hold control | n/a |
| Features | ||
| Infotainment (differs) | 10" touchscreen, 4 speakers | 8" touchscreen |
| Smartphone connectivity | Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Instrument panel (differs) | 7" digital instrument cluster | 4.2" TFT LCD |
| Headlight (differs) | Automatic halogen with LED daytime running lights | Halogen multi-reflector |
| Keyless system (differs) | n/a | Folding key with remote keyless entry |
| Other features (differs) | Moonroof, roof rails, rear fog lights, rear A/C vent, ISOFIX, 6-way driver seat, USB-A and USB-C ports | n/a |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty (differs) | 5 years or 150,000 km, whichever comes first | 5 years or 160,000 km (private use) |
| Service interval (differs) | First service at 5,000 km or 3 months, then every 10,000 km or 6 months | n/a |
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Prices are the distributor's suggested retail prices as of the verified date and may differ at dealers. Registration, insurance and other fees are not included unless stated.