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.
03T has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Corolla remains close.
Corolla starts ZAR 49,700 cheaper03T from ZAR 639,900 · Corolla from ZAR 590,200
Five key differences
Exact selected derivatives
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Specification
03T
Corolla
Maximum Power
03T135 kW
Corolla103 kW
Maximum Torque
03T220 Nm
Corolla142 Nm
Engine Size
03TNot Applicable
Corolla1798 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
03TNot applicable — electric consumption measured in kWh/100 km km/l
Corolla25.6 km/l
Ground Clearance
03T190 mm
Corolla130 mm
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Independent editorial assessment
Hagalu editorial ratings
When a variant is selected, its rating out of five applies only to that exact derivative; a model-range review is not inherited. Editorial ratings are separate from the Specification Evidence Index out of 100 and are not customer ratings.
iCAUR 03T
2WD
Hagalu editorial ratingNot yet rated
No complete editorial rating is published for this exact variant. This is not a zero score.
Not yet rated means a complete review is not published; it does not mean the vehicle scored zero. Read the rating methodology.
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Specification evidence leader
03T
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger listed safety equipment
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
No obvious weak spots to flag.
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished EfficiencyPublished Practicality
Corolla
Strengths
Nothing stands out clearly here.
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower fuel efficiency
Fewer listed safety features
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:General Use
Which One's Right for You?
03T
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Corolla
Buyers who prefer this derivative's confirmed specification mix
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
03T
Corolla
Model Introduced Year
2026
Current local generation year not confirmed
Generation
South African May 2026 local specification sheet for the current 03T generation.
Current South African Corolla listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
Body Style
SUV
Sedan
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
Published
active
Segment
Electric SUV
Sedan
Vehicle Type
Passenger vehicle
Sedan
Facelift History
-
Model-year updates can affect trim, wheels, screens, safety equipment and colours. Use the latest South African price list when checking a specific vehicle.
Facelift Launched Since
-
Original current-generation version
Facelift Version Ending
-
Current
Color Note
-
Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering.
Dealer Stock Note
-
Top grade in the South Africa lineup
Tare Mass Kg
-
1405 kg
Spec
03T
Corolla
Length
4433 mm
4630 mm
Width
1916 mm
1780 mm
Height
1741 mm
1435 mm
Wheelbase
2715 mm
2700 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
190 mm
130 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
165 mm
125 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
Not applicable — battery electric vehicle
43 l
Boot/Cargo Space
450 L rear seats up; 1,238 L with rear seats folded; 40 L rear storage box
470 l
Kerb Weight
1600–1950 kg
1430 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2173 kg
1845 kg
Payload Capacity
350–650 kg
440 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
2 rows
Doors
5 doors
4 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
5.9 m
5.6 m
Front Headroom
1020 mm
997 mm
Rear Headroom
990 mm
948 mm
Front Legroom
1060 mm
1050 mm
Rear Legroom
970 mm
882 mm
Towing Capacity
-
1600 kg
Spec
03T
Corolla
Engine
Battery electric drive; no combustion engine
Turbocharged Petrol
Engine Code
Not Applicable
Market-specific engine family
Fuel Type
Electric
Hybrid
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Self Charging Hybrid
Engine Displacement
Not Applicable
1798 cc
Cylinders
Not Applicable
4
Cylinder Layout
Not Applicable
Inline
Valves
Not Applicable
16
Valves per Cylinder
Not Applicable
4
Aspiration
Not Applicable
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Not Applicable
Direct injection
Compression Ratio
Not Applicable
10.5:1
Bore
Not Applicable
82.0 mm
Stroke
Not Applicable
94.6 mm
Maximum Power
135 kW
103 kW
Maximum Torque
220 Nm
142 Nm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
1 kW
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
1 Nm
Motor Type
Electric traction motor
Permanent-magnet synchronous electric motor
Number of Motors
1
1
Motor Location
Rear axle
Integrated transmission electric motor
Drive Type
RWD
FWD
Transmission
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
CVT
Top Speed
150 km/h
210 km/h
0-100 km/h
10.5 sec
7.8 sec
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
15.5 sec
Drive Modes
Eco, Normal, Sport, Custom
Eco, Comfort, Sport
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
No
Rev Limiter
Not Applicable
6500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
100 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
220 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
65.69 kWh
1 kWh
Usable Battery Capacity
64.2 kWh
64.8 kWh
Battery Type
LFP
Lithium-ion
Battery Voltage
Not Officially Disclosed
400 V
Electric Range
431 km
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
6.6 kW
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
30 min (30-80%)
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Not Officially Disclosed
Yes
Spec
03T
Corolla
Gearbox
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
CVT
Drivetrain Layout
2WD
Front-wheel drive
Transfer Case
Not applicable to conventional BEV reduction drive
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Not applicable — no conventional stepped gearbox
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
1
Not Applicable
Transmission Type
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
Continuously Variable Transmission
Clutch Type
Not applicable to conventional BEV reduction drive
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Type
Electric shift gear
CVT
Drivetrain
2WD
FWD/
4WD Engagement
Not applicable to conventional BEV reduction drive
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
Not applicable to conventional BEV reduction drive
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
Not applicable to conventional BEV reduction drive
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Not applicable to conventional BEV reduction drive
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
Not applicable — no conventional stepped gearbox
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
CVT
Low Range Ratio
Not applicable to conventional BEV reduction drive
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not applicable to conventional BEV reduction drive
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
Electric drive axle(s); configuration depends on derivative
Front-wheel drive
Transmission Speeds
1
Not Applicable
LSD Available
-
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
-
Not Applicable
Final Drive Ratio
-
Not Applicable
Differential Type Front
-
Not Available
Differential Type Rear
-
Not Available
Front Differential Lock
-
Not Applicable
Rear Differential Lock
-
Not Applicable
Transfer Case Guard
-
Not Available
Spec
03T
Corolla
Claimed Mileage
Not applicable — electric consumption measured in kWh/100 km km/l
25.6 km/l
City Mileage
Not applicable — electric consumption measured in kWh/100 km km/l
21 km/l
Highway Mileage
Not applicable — electric consumption measured in kWh/100 km km/l
29.4 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
Not applicable — battery electric vehicle
43 l
Emission Standard
Zero tailpipe emissions (BEV)
Not Applicable
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not applicable — battery electric vehicle
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Not applicable — no combustion engine
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
Not applicable — electric consumption measured in kWh/100 km km/l
25.6 km/l
Charging Type
AC and DC charging; V2L external discharge 3.3 kW
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
Not applicable — battery electric vehicle
43 l
Combined Driving Range
431 km
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
18.3 kWh/100 km
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
292 km
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
344 km
Not Applicable
Charging Port Type
-
Not Applicable
Spec
03T
Corolla
Airbags
Dual front, front side and side curtain airbags
Side, curtain, driver, passenger and driver knee airbags
ABS
Yes
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Yes
Not Available
Traction Control
Yes
Not Available
Hill Descent Control
Yes
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Yes
Not Available
ISOFIX Mounts
Yes
Standard
Brake Assist
Yes
Not Available
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Direct tyre pressure monitoring
Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
Body anti-theft alarm and anti-theft horn
Not Available
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Driver and front passenger seatbelt reminders
Not Available
Front Parking Sensors
Front parking sensors
Not Available
AEB
Automatic emergency braking
Not Available
BA
Yes
Not Available
Brake Override System
Yes
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Yes
Standard
Driver Airbag
Yes
Standard
EBD
Yes
Standard
Hill Hold
Yes
Not Available
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Standard
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Front pretensioner seat belts
Not Available
Seatbelt Reminder
Yes
Not Available
Side Airbags
Yes
Standard
Stability Control
Yes
Not Available
TCS
Yes
Not Available
ABS EBD
Yes
Standard
Child Safety Lock
-
Child-seat support
Engine Immobiliser
-
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
-
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
-
Standard
Knee Airbag
-
Driver knee airbag
Spec
03T
Corolla
Cruise Control
Adaptive cruise control
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Lane keeping assistance
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Lane keeping assistance
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
Blind-spot detection
Standard
Parking Sensors
Front and rear parking sensors
Not Available
Rear View Camera
Reverse camera
Not Available
360 Degree Camera
540° HD panoramic image
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Automatic emergency braking
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Automatic highbeam control
Not Available
Auto Wipers
Auto speed-sensing front wiper
Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors
Rear parking sensors
Not Available
Reverse Camera
Reverse camera
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Around View Monitor
540° HD panoramic image
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
Blind-spot detection
Standard
Forward Collision Warning
Forward collision warning
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
-
Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
-
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
-
Not Available
Park Assist
-
Not Available
Pre-Collision System
-
Standard
Spec
03T
Corolla
Seat Material
Leather seats
Not Applicable
Heated Seats
Not fitted to 2WD local sheet
Not Applicable
Ventilated Seats
Yes
Not Applicable
Ambient Lighting
Multi-colour ambient light
Not Applicable
Steering Wheel Material
Leather steering wheel
Not Applicable
60 40 Split Seat
Foldable second-row seats
Not Applicable
Driver Seat Adjustment
6-way power adjustment
Not Applicable
Passenger Seat Adjustment
4-way power adjustment
Not Applicable
Seat Trim
Leather
Not Applicable
Front Shoulder Room
-
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
-
Not Applicable
Interior Colour Options
-
3
Interior Courtesy Lamps
-
Cabin trim, seating material, screen layout and driver-assistance equipment vary by derivative. Compare the chosen Corolla grade before assuming a feature is included.
Interior Colours
-
3
Spec
03T
Corolla
Climate Control
Power air conditioner
Not Available
Power Windows
Yes
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Remote central locking; passive keyless access equipment-dependent
Smart Entry
Push Button Start
Electronic engine start/stop or EV power-on control
Standard
Wireless Charging
50 W wireless phone charging
Standard
Sunroof
Panoramic sunroof with anti-pinch
Not Available
Electric Tailgate
Powered tailgate optional on applicable hatch/SUV bodies
Not Available
Rain Sensing Wipers
Automatic rain-sensing wipers optional or equipment-dependent
Not Available
AC Type
Power air conditioner
Not Available
Load Bed Length
-
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
-
Not Applicable
Boot Space Seats Folded
-
470 l
Adaptive Dampers
-
Not Available
Engine Start Button Illumination
-
Standard
Engine Start Stop
Electronic engine start/stop or EV power-on control
Standard
Engine Start Stop Button
Electronic engine start/stop or EV power-on control
Standard
Fuel Consumption Combined
-
25.6
Performance Data Logger
-
Not Available
Push Button Start
Electronic engine start/stop or EV power-on control
Standard
Rev Matching
-
Not Available
Skid Plates
-
Not Available
Bed Extender
-
Not Available
Canopy Fitment
-
Not Available
Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Difflock
-
Not Available
Front Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Intelligent Keyless Entry
-
Smart Entry
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
Loadbox Rope Hooks
-
Not Available
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
-
Not Available
Loadbox Width Mm
-
Not Applicable
Passive Entry Start
-
Smart Entry
Rear Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Remote Central Locking
-
Smart Entry
Source Model Column
-
corolla
Sport Plus Mode
-
Not Available
Sports Bar
-
Not Available
Tailgate Damper
-
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
-
Not Available
Tow Bar Type
-
Not Available
Trim Level
-
top
Unlocking
Remote central locking; passive keyless access equipment-dependent
Smart Entry
Variant Role
-
Mid-to-high value derivative
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
-
Smart Entry
Walk Away Lock
-
Smart Entry
Wireless Charger
50 W wireless phone charging
Standard
Spec
03T
Corolla
Infotainment System
15.6 in touchscreen infotainment
12.3
Apple CarPlay
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Standard
Android Auto
Wireless Android Auto
Standard
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Standard
Number of Speakers
8
Not Available
Digital Instrument Cluster
9.2 in LCD cluster
Not Applicable
USB Ports
1 USB Type-C plus 3 USB ports
Not Available
Infotainment Screen
15.6 in
12.3
Touchscreen
15.6 in
12.3
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Standard
Wireless Android Auto
Wireless Android Auto
Standard
Infotainment Screen Size
15.6 in
12.3
Infotainment Display
-
12.3
Connected Services
-
Standard
Smartphone Connectivity
-
Standard
Spec
03T
Corolla
LED Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
LED daytime running lights
Not Available
Fog Lamps
Rear fog lamp
Not Available
Roof Rails
Body style and optional package dependent; not confirmed for this exact derivative
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
Carbon Crystal Black; Toronto Red; Starlight Silver; Cyan Grey; Khaki; White
3
Headlights
Yes
Not Available
Panoramic Sunroof
Panoramic sunroof with anti-pinch
Not Available
Body Type
-
Sedan
Exterior Colour Options
-
3
Load Bed Liner
-
Not Available
Active Exhaust
-
Not Available
Spec
03T
Corolla
Terrain Modes
Eco, Normal, Sport, Custom
Not Available
4WD System Type
Not applicable to conventional BEV reduction drive
Not Applicable
Approach Angle
-
-
Departure Angle
-
-
Wading Depth
-
-
Locking Differential
-
Not Applicable
Underbody Protection
-
Not Available
Approach Angle Deg
-
-
Breakover Angle
-
Not Available
Departure Angle Deg
-
-
Front Skid Plate Guard
-
Not Available
Ground Clearance Max
-
130 mm
Ground Clearance Min
-
130 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
Wading Depth Mm
-
-
Spec
03T
Corolla
Tyre Size
245/55 R19
Not Available
Front Brake Type
Ventilated Disc
Not Available
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Not Available
Wheel Rim Size
19 in
Not Available
Spare Wheel Type
-
Not Available
Fifth Wheel Prep
-
Not Available
Handbrake Type
-
Not Applicable
Spec
03T
Corolla
Front Suspension
McPherson Strut
Not Available
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Not Available
Front Track Width
-
Not Applicable
Rear Track Width
-
Not Applicable
MagneRide Damping
-
Not Available
Spec
03T
Corolla
CO2 Emissions
Not applicable — battery electric vehicle
0 g/km
Hybrid System Type
-
Hybrid
Fuel Octane Requirement
-
Hybrid
Particulate Filter
-
Not Available
Idle CO2 Output
-
0
CO2 Emissions G Km
-
0
Spec
03T
Corolla
Service Plan
5 years/100,000 km service plan in the official South African press material; confirm final booklet.
6 services / 90 000 km
Maintenance Plan
-
6 services / 90 000 km
Service Plan Duration
5 years/100,000 km service plan in the official South African press material; confirm final booklet.
6 services / 90 000 km
Service Plan Distance
5 years/100,000 km service plan in the official South African press material; confirm final booklet.
6 services / 90 000 km
Spec
03T
Corolla
Ownership Role
Current local retail price; confirm quotation inclusions, warranty and service plan with iCAUR South Africa.
Top
Price Zar
639900 ZAR
590200 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current South African retail price
Current listed price
Starting Price
639900
590200
Starting Price Zar
639900
590200
Spec
03T
Corolla
Warranty
Vehicle warranty 8 years/200,000 km; high-voltage battery warranty 8 years/160,000 km in official South African press material.
3 years / 100 000 km
Warranty Years
Vehicle warranty 8 years/200,000 km; high-voltage battery warranty 8 years/160,000 km in official South African press material.
3 years / 100 000 km
Warranty Kilometers
Vehicle warranty 8 years/200,000 km; high-voltage battery warranty 8 years/160,000 km in official South African press material.
3 years / 100 000 km
Roadside Assistance
-
3 Years
Basic Warranty
Vehicle warranty 8 years/200,000 km; high-voltage battery warranty 8 years/160,000 km in official South African press material.
3 years / 100 000 km
Roadside Assistance
-
3 Years
Warranty Roadside Assistance
-
3 Years
In depth: how these cars differ
This 03T and Corolla 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: 03T 51 vs Corolla 46.
Efficiency index: 03T 99 vs Corolla 96.
Safety-equipment index: 03T 93 vs Corolla 90.
Practicality index: 03T 64 vs Corolla 59.
Ownership-cover index: 03T not separately scored vs Corolla 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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Evidence / 100
Evidence-index readout
03T leads by 8 points
03T has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Corolla remains close.
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
03T
Performance
51/100
Efficiency
99/100
Safety
93/100
Practicality
64/100
Corolla
Performance
46/100
Efficiency
96/100
Safety
90/100
Practicality
59/100
Ownership
43/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexiCAUR 03T
leads the specification evidence index with 75 pts
vs 67 pts for Corolla
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, 03T leads. However, Corolla may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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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.
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