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Grand Vitara
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
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Spec
03T
Grand Vitara
Model Introduced Year
2026
2022
Generation
South African May 2026 local specification sheet for the current 03T generation.
Third generation YHB-series Grand Vitara; shared platform with Toyota Urban Cruiser (a partnership-specific platform development); mild-hybrid system uses belt-integrated starter generator technology; all-new design and powertrain versus the previous generation
Body Style
SUV
SUV
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
Published
active
Segment
Electric SUV
SUV
Vehicle Type
Passenger vehicle
SUV
Facelift History
-
Third-generation Grand Vitara launched in SA in 2022; previous second-generation model discontinued in SA in 2015; current generation is a complete redesign on a new platform shared with the Toyota Urban Cruiser
Facelift Launched Since
-
2022
Facelift Version Ending
-
Current
Color Note
-
Pearl Arctic White, Metallic Grandeur Grey, Metallic Midnight Blue, Premium Silver, Pearl Burning Red
Dealer Stock Note
-
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Drivetrain Note
-
Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 1.5 Hybrid GLX AllGrip AT
Tare Mass Kg
-
1225 kg
Spec
03T
Grand Vitara
Length
4433 mm
4345 mm
Width
1916 mm
1795 mm
Height
1741 mm
1645 mm
Wheelbase
2715 mm
2600 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
190 mm
210 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
165 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Tank Capacity
Not applicable — battery electric vehicle
45 l
Boot/Cargo Space
450 L rear seats up; 1,238 L with rear seats folded; 40 L rear storage box
310 l
Kerb Weight
1600–1950 kg
1225 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2173 kg
1680 kg
Payload Capacity
350–650 kg
530 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
2 rows
Doors
5 doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
5.9 m
5.4 m
Front Headroom
1020 mm
1010 mm
Rear Headroom
990 mm
970 mm
Front Legroom
1060 mm
1060 mm
Rear Legroom
970 mm
935 mm
Towing Capacity
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
03T
Grand Vitara
Engine
Battery electric drive; no combustion engine
1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol Mild Hybrid
Engine Code
Not applicable — no combustion engine code
K15C
Fuel Type
Electric
Petrol Mild Hybrid
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
12V Mild Hybrid
Engine Displacement
Not applicable — battery electric vehicle
1462 cc
Cylinders
Not applicable — battery electric vehicle
4
Cylinder Layout
Not applicable — battery electric vehicle
Inline
Valves
Not applicable — battery electric vehicle
16
Valves per Cylinder
Not applicable — battery electric vehicle
4
Aspiration
Not applicable — battery electric vehicle
Naturally Aspirated
Fuel System
Not applicable — battery electric vehicle
Multi-Point Injection
Compression Ratio
Not applicable — battery electric vehicle
10.5:1
Bore
Not applicable — battery electric vehicle
74 mm
Stroke
Not applicable — battery electric vehicle
85.1 mm
Maximum Power
135 kW
76 kW @ 6000 rpm
Maximum Torque
220 Nm
137 Nm @ 4400 rpm
Combined Power
135 kW
Not Officially Disclosed
Combined Torque
220 Nm
Not Officially Disclosed
Motor Type
Electric traction motor
Not Officially Disclosed
Number of Motors
1
Not Officially Disclosed
Motor Location
Rear axle
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Type
2WD
4WD
Transmission
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
6-Speed Automatic
Top Speed
150 km/h
175 km/h
0-100 km/h
10.5 sec
13.5 sec
Drive Modes
Eco, Normal, Sport, Custom
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
Not applicable — battery electric vehicle
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Capacity
65.69 kWh
Not Officially Disclosed
Usable Battery Capacity
64.2 kWh
Not Officially Disclosed
Electric Range
431 km
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
6.6 kW
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
≈10.0 h derived battery-capacity/6.6 kW; losses excluded
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
30 min (30-80%)
Not Applicable
Quarter Mile
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Launch Control
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Type
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Voltage
-
Not Officially Disclosed
DC Charging Power
-
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
03T
Grand Vitara
Gearbox
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
6-Speed Automatic with Paddle Shifters
Drivetrain Layout
2WD
All Wheel Drive (AWD)
Transfer Case
Not applicable to conventional BEV reduction drive
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Not applicable — no conventional stepped gearbox
Standard Sport Paddle Shifters
Number of Gears
1
6
Transmission Type
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
6-Speed Automatic
Clutch Type
Not applicable to conventional BEV reduction drive
Single Dry Plate Diaphragm
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Type
Electric shift gear
6-Speed Automatic with Paddle Shifters
Drivetrain
2WD
4WD / AWD
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
Standard Sport Paddle Shifters
Gearbox Type
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
6-Speed Automatic with Paddle Shifters
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
AWD — AllGrip Auto
Transmission Speeds
1
6
Engine Position
-
Transverse Front-Mounted
LSD Available
-
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
-
Not Applicable
Final Drive Ratio
-
4.388:1
Steering Turns Lock to Lock
-
2.8
Front Differential Lock
-
Not Applicable
Rear Differential Lock
-
Not Applicable
Spec
03T
Grand Vitara
Claimed Mileage
Not applicable — electric consumption measured in kWh/100 km km/l
17.9 km/l
City Mileage
Not applicable — electric consumption measured in kWh/100 km km/l
14.5 km/l
Highway Mileage
Not applicable — electric consumption measured in kWh/100 km km/l
20.8 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
Not applicable — battery electric vehicle
45 l
Emission Standard
Zero tailpipe emissions (BEV)
Euro 5
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
17.9 km/l
Charging Type
AC and DC charging; V2L external discharge 3.3 kW
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
Not applicable — battery electric vehicle
45
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
Grand Vitara
Airbags
Dual front, front side and side curtain airbags
6
ABS
Yes
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Yes
Standard
Traction Control
Yes
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Yes
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Yes
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
Yes
2 Rear ISOFIX Points
Brake Assist
Yes
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Direct tyre pressure monitoring
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Body anti-theft alarm and anti-theft horn
Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Driver and front passenger seatbelt reminders
All Seats
Front Parking Sensors
Front parking sensors
Not Available
AEB
Automatic emergency braking
Not Available
BA
Yes
Standard
Brake Override System
Yes
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Yes
Not Available
Driver Airbag
Yes
6
EBD
Yes
Standard
Hill Hold
Yes
Standard
Passenger Airbag
Yes
6
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Front pretensioner seat belts
All Seats
Seatbelt Reminder
Yes
All Seats
Side Airbags
Yes
Not Available
Stability Control
Yes
Standard
TCS
Yes
Standard
ABS EBD
Yes
Standard
Child Safety Lock
-
Standard
Alarm System
-
Standard
Central Locking
-
Remote Central Locking
Side Impact Beams
-
Standard
Speed Alert System
-
Standard — Audible Warning at 120 km/h
Pedestrian Detection AEB
-
Not Available
Safety Rating
-
Not Independently Rated
Whiplash Protection
-
Active Head Restraints on Front Seats
Lane Change Warning
-
Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
-
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
-
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
-
Not Available
Knee Airbag
-
Not Available
Anti Theft Alarm
-
Standard
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
-
6
Driver Passenger Airbags
-
6
ESC With Traction Control
-
Standard
Spec
03T
Grand Vitara
Cruise Control
Adaptive cruise control
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
Standard Adaptive Cruise Control
Lane Keep Assist
Lane keeping assistance
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Lane keeping assistance
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Blind-spot detection
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Front and rear parking sensors
Rear Ultrasonic Sensors
Rear View Camera
Reverse camera
360-Degree Surround View
360 Degree Camera
540° HD panoramic image
360-Degree Surround View Camera
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Automatic emergency braking
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Automatic highbeam control
Not Available
Auto Wipers
Auto speed-sensing front wiper
Standard
Rear Parking Sensors
Rear parking sensors
Rear Ultrasonic Sensors
Reverse Camera
Reverse camera
360-Degree Surround View
Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
Standard Adaptive Cruise Control
Around View Monitor
540° HD panoramic image
360-Degree Surround View Camera
Blind Spot Warning
Blind-spot detection
Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
Forward collision warning
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
-
Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
-
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
-
Not Available
Auto Lights
-
Standard
Park Assist
-
Not Available
Emergency Braking
-
Not Available
Front Camera
-
Not Available
Parking Distance Sensors
-
Rear Ultrasonic Sensors
Parking Sensor
-
Rear Ultrasonic Sensors
Pre-Collision System
-
Not Available
Rain Sensor Wipers
-
Standard
Rear View Camera
-
360-Degree Surround View
Reverse Camera Type
-
360-Degree Surround View
Reversing Camera
-
360-Degree Surround View
Surround View Camera
540° HD panoramic image
360-Degree Surround View Camera
Spec
03T
Grand Vitara
Seat Material
Leather seats
Leatherette Seat Trim
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
Urethane
60 40 Split Seat
Foldable second-row seats
60:40 Split Fold
Driver Seat Adjustment
6-way power adjustment
Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment
Passenger Seat Adjustment
4-way power adjustment
Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment
Seat Trim
Leather
Leatherette Seat Trim
Seat Adjustment
-
Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment
Steering Type
-
Electric Power Assisted (EPAS)
Steering Adjustment
-
Tilt and Telescopic
Folding Rear Seats
-
60:40 Split Fold
Front Armrest
-
Standard Centre Armrest
Rear Armrest
-
Integrated in Seat Back
Front Shoulder Room
-
1455 mm
Rear Shoulder Room
-
1430 mm
Cup Holders
-
4
Rear AC Vents
-
Not Available
Rear USB Ports
-
0
Instrument Cluster Type
-
Analogue with Digital Trip Display
Interior Colour Options
-
2
Driver Lumbar Support
-
Not Available
Door Map Pockets
-
All Four Door Pockets
Adjustable Driver Seat
-
Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment
Fabric Seats
-
Leatherette Seat Trim
Armrest Front
-
Standard Centre Armrest
Armrest Rear
-
Integrated in Seat Back
Boot Space Seats Down
-
708
Driver Seat
-
Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment
Interior Courtesy Lamps
-
9-inch touchscreen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, dual-zone climate control (GLX and Hybrid), 360-degree surround view camera (GLX AT and Hybrid), adaptive cruise control (GLX and Hybrid), blind-spot monitoring (GL
Interior Trim Colour
-
2
Leather Accented Seat Trim
-
Leatherette Seat Trim
Interior Colours
-
2
Rear Seat Centre Armrest
-
Integrated in Seat Back
Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest
-
Not Available
Seat Belt Warning
-
All Seats
Seat Fold Type
-
60:40 Split Fold
Spec
03T
Grand Vitara
Climate Control
Power air conditioner
Automatic Climate Control
Power Windows
Yes
All Four Windows
Keyless Entry
Remote central locking; passive keyless access equipment-dependent
Not Available
Push Button Start
Electronic engine start/stop or EV power-on control
Not Available
Wireless Charging
50 W wireless phone charging
Standard 15W Wireless Charger
Sunroof
Panoramic sunroof with anti-pinch
Panoramic Glass Roof
Electric Tailgate
Powered tailgate optional on applicable hatch/SUV bodies
Not Available
Rain Sensing Wipers
Automatic rain-sensing wipers optional or equipment-dependent
Standard
AC Type
Power air conditioner
Automatic Climate Control
Load Bed Length
-
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
-
Not Applicable
Automatic Headlamps
-
Standard
Auto Dimming Mirror
-
Not Available
Boot Space Seats Folded
-
708 l
Boot Space Seats Folded
-
708 l
Rear Window Defroster
-
Standard
Electric Mirror Folding
-
Electrically Adjustable Auto-Fold Mirrors
Driver Seat Height Adjustment
-
Standard — Driver Height Adjustable
Follow Me Home Headlamps
-
Not Available
12V Accessory Socket
-
1 x 12V Socket
Speed Limiter
-
Standard
Auto Dimming Irvm
-
Not Available
Climate Zones
-
Automatic Climate Control
Electric Folding Mirrors
-
All Four Windows
Engine Start Button Illumination
-
Not Available
Engine Start Stop
Electronic engine start/stop or EV power-on control
Not Available
Engine Start Stop Button
Electronic engine start/stop or EV power-on control
Not Available
Engine Warranty
-
4 Years
Front Armrest
-
Standard Centre Armrest
Front Power Outlet
-
1 x 12V Socket
Fuel Consumption Combined
-
5.6
Glovebox Cooling
-
All Four Door Pockets
Hill Start Assist
-
Standard
Panoramic Roof
Panoramic sunroof with anti-pinch
Panoramic Glass Roof
Power Mirrors
-
All Four Windows
Push Button Start
Electronic engine start/stop or EV power-on control
Not Available
Rear Defogger
-
Standard
Rear Seat Split
-
60:40 Split Fold
Rear Wing
-
Not Available
Seat Type
-
Leatherette Seat Trim
Seatbelt Pre Tensioner
-
All Seats
Spare Wheel
-
Space Saver Spare
Speed Alert System
-
Standard
Stabilizer Bar
-
Standard
Steering Mounted Controls
-
Standard
Telescopic Steering
-
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt Steering
-
Tilt and Telescopic
Voice Command
-
Via Smartphone
Voice Command Support
-
Via Smartphone Mirroring
Accelerator 0 100
-
13.5 sec
Air Conditioning
Power air conditioner
Automatic Climate Control
Battery Preconditioning
-
Not Available
Bed Extender
-
Not Available
Bottle Holders
-
4
Canopy Fitment
-
Not Available
Centre Console
-
Standard Centre Armrest
Common Rail Injection
-
Multi-Point Fuel Injection with 12V ISG
Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Difflock
-
Not Available
Digital Speedometer
-
Analogue with Digital Trip Display
Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors
-
Electrically Adjustable Auto-Fold Mirrors
Front Wiper
-
Standard
Front Wipers Type
-
Standard
Glove Box
-
All Four Door Pockets
Intelligent Battery System
-
Not Available
Intelligent Keyless Entry
-
Not Available
Lift Gate
-
Not Available
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
Manual Aircon
-
Automatic Climate Control
Mirror
-
Electrically Adjustable Body-Coloured Mirrors
One Pedal Driving
-
Not Available
Passive Entry Start
-
Not Available
Power Socket 12v
-
1 x 12V Socket
Powered Tailgate
-
Not Available
Rear Air Conditioning
-
Not Available
Rear Electric Motor
-
Not Available
Rearview Mirror Inside
-
Not Available
Regenerative Braking Levels
-
Not Available
Remote Central Locking
-
Remote Central Locking
Remote Side Mirror
-
Electrically Adjustable Body-Coloured Mirrors
Rim Size
19 in
17 Inches
Roof Rack Compatibility
-
Standard Roof Rails
Side Impact Bars
-
Standard
Sonar
-
Rear Ultrasonic Sensors
Sound System
8
6
Source Model Column
-
grand-vitara
Sports Bar
-
Not Available
Stabilizer Bar Front
-
Standard
Stabilizer Bar Rear
-
Standard
Steering Column Adjustment
-
Tilt and Telescopic
Sub Frame
-
Monocoque
Surround View Monitor
540° HD panoramic image
360-Degree Surround View Camera
Tailgate Damper
-
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
-
Not Available
Tow Bar Type
-
Not Available
TPMS
Direct tyre pressure monitoring
Standard
Trim Level
-
flagship
Unlocking
Remote central locking; passive keyless access equipment-dependent
Not Available
Variant Role
-
Performance-focused derivative
Vdc
-
Standard
Vehicle To Grid
-
Not Available
Vehicle To Load
-
Not Available
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
-
Not Available
Walk Away Lock
-
Not Available
Wireless Charger
50 W wireless phone charging
Standard 15W Wireless Charger
Spec
03T
Grand Vitara
Infotainment System
15.6 in touchscreen infotainment
9-inch Touchscreen
Apple CarPlay
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Wireless Android Auto
Wired Android Auto
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Standard
Number of Speakers
8
6
Digital Instrument Cluster
9.2 in LCD cluster
9-inch Digital Cluster
USB Ports
1 USB Type-C plus 3 USB ports
2
Infotainment Screen
15.6 in
9-inch Touchscreen
Touchscreen
15.6 in
9-inch Touchscreen
Navigation System
-
Via Smartphone Mirroring
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless Android Auto
Wireless Android Auto
Wired Android Auto
FM Radio
-
Standard
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
-
Standard
Voice Recognition
-
Via Smartphone
AUX Input
-
Not Available
Infotainment Screen Size
15.6 in
9-inch Touchscreen
Wi-Fi Hotspot
-
Not Available
Audio Controls On Steering
-
Standard
Infotainment Display
-
9-inch Touchscreen
Rear Usb
-
2
Audio
-
Standard
Audio Speakers
8
6
Audio System
-
Standard
Display Audio
-
9-inch Touchscreen
Front Rear USB Charge Ports
-
2
Multi Information Display
-
Analogue with Digital Trip Display
Connected Services
-
Standard
Voice Control
-
Via Smartphone
Smartphone Connectivity
-
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Radio
-
Standard
Spec
03T
Grand Vitara
LED Headlamps
Yes
LED Projector Headlamps
Daytime Running Lamps
LED daytime running lights
LED DRLs
Fog Lamps
Rear fog lamp
Front Fog Lamps
Roof Rails
Body style and optional package dependent; not confirmed for this exact derivative
Standard Roof Rails
Exterior Colour Options
Carbon Crystal Black; Toronto Red; Starlight Silver; Cyan Grey; Khaki; White
6
Headlights
Yes
LED Projector Headlamps
Panoramic Sunroof
Panoramic sunroof with anti-pinch
Panoramic Glass Roof
Alloy Wheel Design
-
17-inch Polished Two-Tone Alloy Wheels
Chrome Exterior Finish
-
Not Available
Body Cladding
-
Black Plastic Side Body Cladding
Rear Spoiler
-
Not Available
Roof Type
-
Standard Fixed Roof
Wing Mirror Type
-
Electrically Adjustable Body-Coloured Mirrors
Rear Wiper
-
Standard
Door Handle Finish
-
Body-Coloured Door Handles
Body Type
-
SUV
DRL
LED daytime running lights
LED DRLs
Fog Lights
-
Front Fog Lamps
Front Fog Lights
-
Front Fog Lamps
Led Headlights
Yes
LED Projector Headlamps
Auto Headlights
-
Standard
Automatic Headlamps
-
Standard
Daytime Running Lights
LED daytime running lights
LED DRLs
Electric Blind Sunroof
-
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
-
5
Exterior Door Handle Colour
-
Body-Coloured Door Handles
Exterior Mirror Electric
-
All Four Windows
Exterior Mirror Folding
-
Electrically Adjustable Auto-Fold Mirrors
Front Fog Lamps
Rear fog lamp
Front Fog Lamps
Headlamp Levelling
-
LED Projector Headlamps
Headlamps
Yes
LED Projector Headlamps
Headlight Type
Yes
LED Projector Headlamps
Load Bed Liner
-
Not Available
Rear Spoiler
-
Not Available
Sunroof Slide
-
Not Available
Sunroof Tilt
-
Not Available
Spec
03T
Grand Vitara
Terrain Modes
Eco, Normal, Sport, Custom
Not Available
4WD System Type
Not applicable to conventional BEV reduction drive
5 years/100,000 km service plan in the official South African press material; confirm final booklet.
Not Included
Service Interval
-
15,000 km or 12 Months
Approx Service Cost
-
Approx R2,000–R2,500 per Service
Battery Warranty
-
12 Months
Maintenance Plan
-
Not Included
Engine Oil Capacity
-
3.7 l
Engine Oil Change Interval
-
10,000 km or 6 Months
First Service At
-
1,000 km Inspection
Service Plan Duration
5 years/100,000 km service plan in the official South African press material; confirm final booklet.
Not Included
Service Plan Distance
5 years/100,000 km service plan in the official South African press material; confirm final booklet.
Not Included
Anti-Rust Treatment
-
Underbody Rust Protection
Service Intervals
-
15,000 km or 12 Months
Spec
03T
Grand Vitara
Ownership Role
Current local retail price; confirm quotation inclusions, warranty and service plan with iCAUR South Africa.
Flagship
Price Zar
639900 ZAR
542900 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current South African retail price
Current listed price
Starting Price
639900
542900
Starting Price Zar
639900
542900
Spec
03T
Grand Vitara
Warranty
Vehicle warranty 8 years/200,000 km; high-voltage battery warranty 8 years/160,000 km in official South African press material.
5
Warranty Years
Vehicle warranty 8 years/200,000 km; high-voltage battery warranty 8 years/160,000 km in official South African press material.
5
Warranty Kilometers
Vehicle warranty 8 years/200,000 km; high-voltage battery warranty 8 years/160,000 km in official South African press material.
5
Roadside Assistance
-
5 Years Roadside Assistance
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
-
3 Years Anti-Corrosion
Basic Warranty
Vehicle warranty 8 years/200,000 km; high-voltage battery warranty 8 years/160,000 km in official South African press material.
5
Roadside Assistance
-
5 Years Roadside Assistance
Warranty Roadside Assistance
-
5 Years Roadside Assistance
Spec
03T
Grand Vitara
Real-world City Mileage Min
-
6.0 l/100km
Real-world City Mileage Max
-
8.5 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Min
-
4.8 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Max
-
6.5 l/100km
Owner Review Count
-
0
In depth: how these cars differ
This 03T and Grand Vitara 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 Grand Vitara 34.
Efficiency index: 03T 99 vs Grand Vitara 73.
Safety-equipment index: 03T 93 vs Grand Vitara 88.
Practicality index: 03T 64 vs Grand Vitara 62.
Ownership-cover index: 03T not separately scored vs Grand Vitara 71.
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 11 points
03T has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Grand Vitara remains close.
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
03T
Performance
51/100
Efficiency
99/100
Safety
93/100
Practicality
64/100
Grand Vitara
Performance
34/100
Efficiency
73/100
Safety
88/100
Practicality
62/100
Ownership
71/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexiCAUR 03T
leads the specification evidence index with 75 pts
vs 64 pts for Grand Vitara
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, 03T leads. However, Grand Vitara may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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