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Stronger published practicality figures
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Less powerful engine setup
Lower fuel efficiency
Fewer listed safety features
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Spec
03T
Hiace
Model Introduced Year
2026
2019
Generation
South African May 2026 local specification sheet for the current 03T generation.
H300 generation – front-engine layout replacing the previous cab-over design
Body Style
SUV
Van
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
Published
active
Segment
Electric SUV
Van
Vehicle Type
Passenger vehicle
Van
Facelift History
-
Current H300 generation launched in SA in 2019 – major redesign from rear-engine layout
Facelift Launched Since
-
2019
Facelift Version Ending
-
Current
Color Note
-
White, Silver
Dealer Stock Note
-
Base grade in the South Africa lineup
Tare Mass Kg
-
2080 kg
Spec
03T
Hiace
Length
4433 mm
5380 mm
Width
1916 mm
1880 mm
Height
1741 mm
2285 mm
Wheelbase
2715 mm
2985 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
190 mm
175 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
165 mm
125 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
Not applicable — battery electric vehicle
70 l
Boot/Cargo Space
450 L rear seats up; 1,238 L with rear seats folded; 40 L rear storage box
5200 l
Kerb Weight
1600–1950 kg
2080 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2173 kg
3500 kg
Payload Capacity
350–650 kg
1420 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
2 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
1 rows
Doors
5 doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
5.9 m
6.5 m
Front Headroom
1020 mm
992 mm
Rear Headroom
990 mm
Not Applicable
Front Legroom
1060 mm
1032 mm
Rear Legroom
970 mm
Not Applicable
Towing Capacity
-
2000 kg
Spec
03T
Hiace
Engine
Battery electric drive; no combustion engine
2.5-litre Turbocharged Diesel
Engine Code
Not applicable — no combustion engine code
Market-specific engine family
Fuel Type
Electric
Diesel
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
Not applicable — battery electric vehicle
2494 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
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Not applicable — battery electric vehicle
Common Rail Direct Injection
Compression Ratio
Not applicable — battery electric vehicle
10.5:1
Bore
Not applicable — battery electric vehicle
82.0 mm
Stroke
Not applicable — battery electric vehicle
94.6 mm
Maximum Power
135 kW
75 kW
Maximum Torque
220 Nm
260 Nm
Combined Power
135 kW
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
220 Nm
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Electric traction motor
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
1
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Rear axle
Not Applicable
Drive Type
2WD
RWD
Transmission
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
5-Speed Manual
Top Speed
150 km/h
150 km/h
0-100 km/h
10.5 sec
18.0 sec
Drive Modes
Eco, Normal, Sport, Custom
Eco, Comfort, Sport
Rev Limiter
Not applicable — battery electric vehicle
4800 rpm
Battery Capacity
65.69 kWh
Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
64.2 kWh
Not Applicable
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
-
15.5 sec
Launch Control
-
No
Power-to-Weight Ratio
-
36.1 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
-
125 Nm/tonne
Battery Type
-
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
-
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
-
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
-
Not Applicable
Spec
03T
Hiace
Gearbox
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
5-Speed Manual
Drivetrain Layout
2WD
FR
Transfer Case
Not applicable to conventional BEV reduction drive
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Not applicable — no conventional stepped gearbox
No
Number of Gears
1
5
Transmission Type
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
Manual
Clutch Type
Not applicable to conventional BEV reduction drive
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Type
Electric shift gear
5-Speed Manual
Drivetrain
2WD
RWD/
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
No
Gearbox Type
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
5-Speed Manual
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
RWD
Transmission Speeds
1
5
LSD Available
-
No
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
Hiace
Claimed Mileage
Not applicable — electric consumption measured in kWh/100 km km/l
11.8 km/l
City Mileage
Not applicable — electric consumption measured in kWh/100 km km/l
10.0 km/l
Highway Mileage
Not applicable — electric consumption measured in kWh/100 km km/l
11.5 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
Not applicable — battery electric vehicle
70 l
Emission Standard
Zero tailpipe emissions (BEV)
Euro 4
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
11.8 km/l
Charging Type
AC and DC charging; V2L external discharge 3.3 kW
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
Not applicable — battery electric vehicle
70
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
Hiace
Airbags
Dual front, front side and side curtain airbags
2
ABS
Yes
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Yes
Standard
Traction Control
Yes
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Yes
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Yes
Not Available
ISOFIX Mounts
Yes
Not Available
Brake Assist
Yes
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Direct tyre pressure monitoring
Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
Body anti-theft alarm and anti-theft horn
Standard
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
Standard
Brake Override System
Yes
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Yes
Not Available
Driver Airbag
Yes
2
EBD
Yes
Standard
Hill Hold
Yes
Not Available
Passenger Airbag
Yes
2
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Front pretensioner seat belts
Not Available
Seatbelt Reminder
Yes
Not Available
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
-
Standard
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
-
2
Driver Passenger Airbags
-
2
ESC With Traction Control
-
Standard
Spec
03T
Hiace
Cruise Control
Adaptive cruise control
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
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
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
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
-
Not Available
EV Mode
-
Not Available
Park Assist
-
Not Available
Emergency Braking
-
Not Available
Parking Distance Sensors
-
Not Available
Parking Sensor
-
Not Available
Pre-Collision System
-
Not Available
Rain Sensor Wipers
-
Not Available
Rear View Camera
-
Not Available
Reverse Camera Type
-
Not Available
Reversing Camera
-
Not Available
Surround View Camera
540° HD panoramic image
Not Available
Spec
03T
Hiace
Seat Material
Leather seats
Fabric
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
Standard
Driver Seat Adjustment
6-way power adjustment
Manual
Passenger Seat Adjustment
4-way power adjustment
Manual
Seat Trim
Leather
Fabric
Seat Adjustment
-
Manual
Steering Type
-
Hydraulic
Steering Adjustment
-
Tilt
Folding Rear Seats
-
Standard
Front Armrest
-
Not Available
Front Shoulder Room
-
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
-
Not Applicable
Cup Holders
-
Standard
Rear USB Ports
-
1
Instrument Cluster Type
-
Not Available
Interior Colour Options
-
2
Adjustable Driver Seat
-
Manual
Fabric Seats
-
Fabric
Armrest Front
-
Not Available
Driver Seat
-
Manual
Interior Courtesy Lamps
-
Commercial-focused interior, large cargo area, basic but durable fittings
Leather Accented Seat Trim
-
Fabric
Interior Colours
-
2
Seat Fold Type
-
Standard
Spec
03T
Hiace
Climate Control
Power air conditioner
Manual AC
Power Windows
Yes
Front Only
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
Not Available
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
Manual AC
Load Bed Length
-
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
-
Not Applicable
Automatic Headlamps
-
Not Available
Boot Space Seats Folded
-
5200 l
Adaptive Dampers
-
Not Available
Climate Zones
-
Manual AC
Electric Folding Mirrors
-
Front Only
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
-
5 Years / 150,000 km
Front Armrest
-
Not Available
Fuel Consumption Combined
-
8.5
Hill Start Assist
-
Not Available
Panoramic Roof
Panoramic sunroof with anti-pinch
Not Available
Performance Data Logger
-
Not Available
Power Mirrors
-
Front Only
Push Button Start
Electronic engine start/stop or EV power-on control
Not Available
Rear Seat Split
-
Standard
Rear Wing
-
Not Available
Rev Matching
-
Not Available
Seat Type
-
Fabric
Spare Wheel
-
Full-Size
Stabilizer Bar
-
Front
Telescopic Steering
-
Tilt
Tilt Steering
-
Tilt
Voice Command
-
Not Available
Voice Command Support
-
Not Available
Accelerator 0 100
-
18.0 sec
Air Conditioning
Power air conditioner
Manual AC
Battery Preconditioning
-
Not Available
Bed Extender
-
Not Available
Bottle Holders
-
Standard
Canopy Fitment
-
Not Available
Centre Console
-
Not Available
Common Rail Injection
-
Common Rail Direct Injection
Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Difflock
-
Not Available
Digital Speedometer
-
Not Available
Front Diff Lock
-
Not Available
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
-
Manual AC
Mirror
-
Front Only
One Pedal Driving
-
Not Available
Passive Entry Start
-
Not Available
Powered Tailgate
-
Not Available
Rear Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Rear Electric Motor
-
Not Available
Regenerative Braking Levels
-
Not Available
Remote Central Locking
-
Standard
Roof Rack Compatibility
-
Not Available
Sonar
-
Not Available
Sound System
8
2
Source Model Column
-
hiace
Sport Plus Mode
-
Not Available
Sports Bar
-
Not Available
Stabilizer Bar Front
-
Front
Steering Column Adjustment
-
Tilt
Surround View Monitor
540° HD panoramic image
Not Available
Tailgate Damper
-
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
-
Not Available
Tow Bar Type
-
Not Available
TPMS
Direct tyre pressure monitoring
Not Available
Trim Level
-
base
Unlocking
Remote central locking; passive keyless access equipment-dependent
Not Available
Variant Role
-
Commercial utility 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
Not Available
Spec
03T
Hiace
Infotainment System
15.6 in touchscreen infotainment
6.8-inch Touchscreen
Apple CarPlay
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Not Available
Android Auto
Wireless Android Auto
Not Available
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Standard
Number of Speakers
8
2
Digital Instrument Cluster
9.2 in LCD cluster
Not Applicable
USB Ports
1 USB Type-C plus 3 USB ports
1
Infotainment Screen
15.6 in
6.8-inch Touchscreen
Touchscreen
15.6 in
6.8-inch Touchscreen
Navigation System
-
Not Available
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Not Available
Wireless Android Auto
Wireless Android Auto
Not Available
Voice Recognition
-
Not Available
Infotainment Screen Size
15.6 in
6.8-inch Touchscreen
Infotainment Display
-
6.8-inch Touchscreen
Rear Usb
-
1
Audio Speakers
8
2
Audio System
-
2
Display Audio
-
6.8-inch Touchscreen
Front Rear USB Charge Ports
-
1
Multi Information Display
-
Not Available
Connected Services
-
Standard
Voice Control
-
Not Available
Smartphone Connectivity
-
Not Available
Spec
03T
Hiace
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
2
Headlights
Yes
Not Available
Panoramic Sunroof
Panoramic sunroof with anti-pinch
Not Available
Alloy Wheel Design
-
Not Available
Chrome Exterior Finish
-
Not Available
Rear Spoiler
-
Not Available
Roof Type
-
Not Available
Body Type
-
Van
DRL
LED daytime running lights
Not Available
Fog Lights
-
Not Available
Front Fog Lights
-
Not Available
Led Headlights
Yes
Not Available
Auto Headlights
-
Not Available
Automatic Headlamps
-
Not Available
Daytime Running Lights
LED daytime running lights
Not Available
Electric Blind Sunroof
-
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
-
2
Exterior Mirror Electric
-
Front Only
Front Fog Lamps
Rear fog lamp
Not Available
Headlamp Levelling
-
Not Available
Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Headlight Type
Yes
Not Available
Load Bed Liner
-
Not Available
Active Exhaust
-
Not Available
Rear Spoiler
-
Not Available
Spec
03T
Hiace
Terrain Modes
Eco, Normal, Sport, Custom
Not Available
4WD System Type
Not applicable to conventional BEV reduction drive
Not Applicable
Approach Angle
-
Not Available
Departure Angle
-
Not Available
Wading Depth
-
Not Available
Locking Differential
-
Not Applicable
Hill Descent Control
Yes
Not Available
Breakover Angle
-
Not Available
Energy Recovery Display
-
Not Available
Front Skid Plate Guard
-
Not Available
Ground Clearance Max
-
175 mm
Ground Clearance Min
-
175 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
Spec
03T
Hiace
Tyre Size
245/55 R19
195/75 R16C
Front Brake Type
Ventilated Disc
Disc
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Drum
Wheel Rim Size
19 in
Not Available
Wheel Type
-
Not Available
Spare Wheel Type
-
Full-Size
Brake Type Front
-
Disc
Brake Type Rear
-
Drum
Spare Tyre
-
Full-Size
Tyre Type
-
195/75 R16C
Autonomous Emergency Brake
-
Not Available
Brakes
-
Disc
Cornering Brake Control
-
Standard
Fifth Wheel Prep
-
Not Available
Handbrake Type
-
Not Applicable
Hydraulic Brake Assist
-
Standard
Spare Wheel Size Type
-
Full-Size
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
-
Not Available
Tyre Pressure Display
-
Not Available
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
Direct tyre pressure monitoring
Not Available
Wheel Material
-
Not Available
Wheels
-
Not Available
Spec
03T
Hiace
Front Suspension
McPherson Strut
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Leaf Spring
Front Track Width
-
Not Applicable
Rear Track Width
-
Not Applicable
Power Steering
-
Hydraulic
Steering Column
-
Tilt
Front Spring Type
-
MacPherson Strut
Rear Spring Type
-
Leaf Spring
Front Anti-Roll Bar
-
Front
Front Suspension Type
McPherson Strut
MacPherson Strut
MagneRide Damping
-
Not Available
Rear Axle Type
-
Leaf Spring
Rear Suspension Type
Multi-Link
Leaf Spring
Suspension
-
MacPherson Strut
Spec
03T
Hiace
CO2 Emissions
Not applicable — battery electric vehicle
209 g/km
Hybrid System Type
-
Not Available
Fuel Octane Requirement
-
Diesel
Euro Emission Standard
-
Euro 4
Idle CO2 Output
-
209
CO2 Emissions G Km
-
209
Spec
03T
Hiace
Service Plan
5 years/100,000 km service plan in the official South African press material; confirm final booklet.
3 Years / 45,000 km
Battery Warranty
-
5 Years / 150,000 km
Maintenance Plan
-
3 Years / 45,000 km
Service Plan Duration
5 years/100,000 km service plan in the official South African press material; confirm final booklet.
3 Years / 45,000 km
Service Plan Distance
5 years/100,000 km service plan in the official South African press material; confirm final booklet.
3 Years / 45,000 km
Spec
03T
Hiace
Ownership Role
Current local retail price; confirm quotation inclusions, warranty and service plan with iCAUR South Africa.
Base
Price Zar
639900 ZAR
680900 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current South African retail price
Current listed price
Starting Price
639900
680900
Starting Price Zar
639900
680900
Spec
03T
Hiace
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
Spec
03T
Hiace
Real-world City Mileage Min
-
9.5 l/100km
Real-world City Mileage Max
-
12 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Min
-
8.5 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Max
-
10 l/100km
Owner Review Count
-
7
In depth: how these cars differ
This 03T and Hiace 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 Hiace 37.
Efficiency index: 03T 99 vs Hiace 48.
Safety-equipment index: 03T 93 vs Hiace 44.
Practicality index: 03T 64 vs Hiace 71.
Ownership-cover index: 03T not separately scored vs Hiace 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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A transparent comparison of published catalogue fields. This is not a road-test score, owner rating or editorial review rating, and it appears only when every vehicle clears the same comparable-data threshold.
Evidence / 100
Evidence-index readout
03T leads by 26 points
03T has a large lead in Hagalu's source-backed catalogue index over Hiace.
Large 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
Hiace
Performance
37/100
Efficiency
48/100
Safety
44/100
Practicality
71/100
Ownership
43/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexiCAUR 03T
leads the specification evidence index with 75 pts
vs 49 pts for Hiace
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, 03T leads. However, Hiace may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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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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