Changan Alsvin vs Hyundai i20
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.
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Changan Alsvin
1.5 AT CE
Petrol
5-Speed DCT
Current
ZAR 289,900
ex-showroom
⚡ 78 kW
🔧 145 Nm
⛽ 14.49 km/l
VS
Hyundai i20
1.0T Fluid
Petrol
6-Speed Manual
Current
ZAR 328,900
ex-showroom
⚡ 74 kW
🔧 172 Nm
⛽ 14.5 km/l
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Decision summary
Changan Alsvin vs Hyundai i20: the short answer
i20 holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over Alsvin.
Alsvin starts ZAR 47,000 cheaper
Alsvin from ZAR 249,900 · i20 from ZAR 296,900
Five key differences
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| Specification | Alsvin | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | Alsvin78 kW | i2074 kW @ 5500 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | Alsvin145 Nm | i20172 Nm @ 1500 rpm |
| Engine Size | Alsvin1500 cc | i20998 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | Alsvin14.49 km/l | i2014.5 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | Alsvin150 mm | i20195 mm |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Independent editorial assessment
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Hyundai i20
1.0T Fluid
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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Alsvin
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
Specification evidence leader
i20
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 Performance
Published Efficiency
Published Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
Alsvin
- Buyers who prefer this derivative's confirmed specification mix
i20
- 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
Full Specs, Side by Side
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| Spec | Alsvin | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2025 | 2008 |
| Generation | Current South African Alsvin generation launched with two locally named derivatives in 2025. | Third generation i20 on the K2 platform; sold in SA with 1.0T three-cylinder turbo across all variants |
| Facelift History | No South African facelift has been announced since the current range entered local retail sale. | Third generation launched globally in 2020 and arrived in SA shortly after; significant improvement over the second gen in styling, tech, and driving dynamics |
| Facelift Launched Since | Not Applicable | 2020 |
| Facelift Version Ending | Not Applicable | Current |
| Body Style | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Production Status | active | active |
| Segment | Compact sedan | Hatchback |
| Vehicle Type | Passenger car | Hatchback |
| Color Note | - | White, Black, Silver, Blue, Red, Yellow |
| Dealer Stock Note | - | Fluid grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Tare Mass Kg | - | 1135 kg |
| Spec | Alsvin | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4390 mm | 4040 mm |
| Width | 1725 mm | 1775 mm |
| Height | 1490 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2535 mm | 2580 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 150 mm | 195 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 l | 40 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 390 l | 352 l |
| Kerb Weight | 1069 kg | 1135 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 1470 kg | 1610 kg |
| Payload Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | 475 kg |
| Towing Capacity | 705 kg | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Rows | 2 rows | 2 rows |
| Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 5.5 m | 5.2 m |
| Front Headroom | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rear Headroom | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Front Legroom | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rear Legroom | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Spec | Alsvin | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol | 1-litre Turbocharged Petrol |
| Engine Code | JL473QF | G3LE |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 1500 cc | 998 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Cylinder Layout | Not Officially Disclosed | Inline |
| Valves | Not Officially Disclosed | 12 |
| Valves per Cylinder | Not Officially Disclosed | 4 |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated | Turbocharged |
| Fuel System | Not Officially Disclosed | Direct Injection |
| Compression Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 10.0:1 |
| Bore | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Stroke | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Maximum Power | 78 kW | 74 kW @ 5500 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 145 Nm | 172 Nm @ 1500 rpm |
| Combined Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Combined Torque | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Motor Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Number of Motors | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Motor Location | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Transmission | 5-Speed DCT | 6-Speed Manual |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 185 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | Not Officially Disclosed | 11.0 sec |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | Not Officially Disclosed | Eco, Normal |
| Launch Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rev Limiter | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 65.2 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 151.5 Nm/tonne |
| Battery Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Usable Battery Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Battery Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Battery Voltage | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Electric Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Time | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Time | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Regenerative Braking | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Spec | Alsvin | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | 5-Speed DCT | iMT 6-speed Intelligent Manual |
| Drivetrain Layout | Not Officially Disclosed | FWD |
| LSD Available | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Transfer Case | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Differential Lock | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Paddle Shifters | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Final Drive Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Number of Gears | 5 | 7 |
| Transmission Type | DCT | Manual |
| Clutch Type | Dual-clutch | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Gear Shift Type | Automatic | iMT 6-speed Intelligent Manual |
| Drivetrain | FWD | Front-Wheel Drive |
| 4WD Engagement | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Hi Range | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Lo Range | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Selector | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Gearbox Type | Dual-Clutch Automatic | iMT 6-speed Intelligent Manual |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Axle Layout | Not Officially Disclosed | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Transmission Speeds | 5 | 7 |
| Engine Position | - | Front |
| Differential Type Front | - | Not Available |
| Differential Type Rear | - | Not Available |
| Transfer Case Guard | - | Not Available |
| Spec | Alsvin | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 14.49 km/l | 14.5 km/l |
| City Mileage | Not Officially Disclosed | 11.7 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | Not Officially Disclosed | 17.1 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 l | 40 l |
| Emission Standard | Euro 5 | Euro 6 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Auto Start Stop | Yes | No |
| Real-world Mileage | 14.49 km/l | 14.5 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 45 | 40 |
| Combined Driving Range | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Electric Consumption | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Highway | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Mixed | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Distance To Empty | - | Yes |
| Low Fuel Warning | - | Yes |
| Spec | Alsvin | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 2 | 6 |
| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Traction Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Hill Start Assist | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Child Safety Lock | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Mounts | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Brake Assist | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Yes |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Front seats | Yes |
| Front Parking Sensors | Not Officially Disclosed | Front & Rear |
| AEB | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| BA | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Brake Override System | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Curtain Airbags | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Driver Airbag | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Passenger Airbag | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front seats | Yes |
| Side Airbags | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Stability Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| TCS | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Knee Airbag | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| ABS EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Alarm System | - | Yes |
| Central Locking | - | Yes |
| Speed Alert System | - | Yes |
| Safety Rating | - | Not Rated (SA) |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | - | Yes |
| Anti Theft Alarm | - | Yes |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | - | 6 |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | - | 6 |
| ESC With Traction Control | - | Yes |
| Spec | Alsvin | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Cruise Control | Yes |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Lane Keep Assist | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Lane Departure Warning | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Parking Sensors | Rear (3 sensors) | Front & Rear |
| Rear View Camera | Yes | Yes |
| 360 Degree Camera | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Auto Highbeam | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Auto Wipers | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Front & Rear |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Park Assist | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Around View Monitor | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Warning | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Forward Collision Warning | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Auto Lights | - | Yes |
| Eco Mode | - | Yes |
| EV Mode | - | No |
| Sport Mode | - | No |
| Emergency Braking | - | No |
| Parking Distance Sensors | - | Front & Rear |
| Parking Sensor | - | Front & Rear |
| Pre-Collision System | - | Yes |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | - | No |
| Rear View Camera | - | Yes |
| Reverse Camera Type | - | Yes |
| Reversing Camera | - | Yes |
| Spec | Alsvin | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Leather and cloth | Leather-Look |
| Heated Seats | Not Officially Disclosed | Front |
| Ventilated Seats | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Ambient Lighting | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Material | Foam with leather trim | Leather |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | 4-way manual | Manual |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | 4-way manual | Manual |
| Seat Trim | Leather and cloth | Leather-Look |
| Seat Adjustment | - | Manual |
| Steering Type | - | Electric |
| Steering Adjustment | - | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Folding Rear Seats | - | 60/40 Split |
| Front Armrest | - | Yes |
| Rear Armrest | - | No |
| Front Shoulder Room | - | Not Applicable |
| Rear Shoulder Room | - | Not Applicable |
| Cup Holders | - | 4 |
| Rear AC Vents | - | No |
| Rear USB Ports | - | 2 USB-A + 1 USB-C |
| Instrument Cluster Type | - | Analogue + MID |
| Interior Colour Options | - | Black |
| Door Map Pockets | - | Yes |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | - | Manual |
| Adjustable Front Seat | - | Manual |
| Cooled Seats | - | No |
| Fabric Seats | - | Yes |
| Front Headrest | - | Yes |
| Leather Seats | - | No |
| Memory Seats | - | No |
| Rear Headrest | - | Yes |
| Armrest Front | - | Yes |
| Armrest Rear | - | No |
| Boot Space Seats Down | - | 1165 |
| Driver Seat | - | Manual |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | - | 8-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on Fluid, digital instrument cluster, sporty flat-bottom steering wheel, quality-feeling interior |
| Interior Trim Colour | - | Black |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | - | Leather-Look |
| Interior Colours | - | Black |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | - | No |
| Seat Belt Warning | - | Yes |
| Seat Fold Type | - | 60/40 Split |
| Spec | Alsvin | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Climate Control | Manual air conditioning | Auto Climate Control |
| Power Windows | Not Officially Disclosed | All |
| Keyless Entry | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Push Button Start | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Wireless Charging | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Sunroof | Electric sunroof | Sunroof |
| Electric Tailgate | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| AC Type | Manual air conditioning | Auto Climate Control |
| Load Bed Length | - | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | - | Not Applicable |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Yes |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | - | No |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | 1165 l |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | 1165 l |
| Rear Window Defroster | - | Yes |
| Electric Mirror Folding | - | Power Adjustable |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | - | Yes |
| 12V Accessory Socket | - | 12V |
| Adaptive Dampers | - | Not Available |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | - | No |
| Boot Opener | - | Inside |
| Climate Zones | - | 1 |
| Door Ajar Warning | - | Yes |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | - | Yes |
| Engine Check Warning | - | Yes |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | - | Yes |
| Engine Start Stop | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Engine Warranty | - | 4 |
| Front Armrest | - | Yes |
| Front Power Outlet | - | Yes |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | - | 6.9 |
| Fuel Lid Opener | - | Inside |
| Glovebox Cooling | - | Yes |
| Headlamp Height Adjust | - | Manual |
| Headlamp Washer | - | No |
| Hill Start Assist | - | Yes |
| Panoramic Roof | Electric sunroof | Sunroof |
| Performance Data Logger | - | Not Available |
| Power Mirrors | - | Yes |
| Push Button Start | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Rear Defogger | - | Yes |
| Rear Reading Lamps | - | Yes |
| Rear Seat Split | - | 60/40 Split |
| Rear Wing | - | Yes |
| Rev Matching | - | Not Available |
| Seat Type | - | Leather-Look |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | - | Yes |
| Service Reminder | - | Yes |
| Skid Plates | - | Not Available |
| Spare Wheel | Not Officially Disclosed | Spare Wheel |
| Steering Mounted Controls | - | Yes |
| Tachometer | - | Yes |
| Tail Lamps | - | Yes |
| Telescopic Steering | - | No |
| Tilt Steering | - | Yes |
| Trip Computer | - | Yes |
| Vanity Mirror | - | Yes |
| Voice Command | - | Yes |
| Voice Command Support | - | Yes |
| Accelerator 0 100 | - | 11.0 sec |
| Air Conditioning | Manual air conditioning | Auto Climate Control |
| Battery Preconditioning | - | Not Available |
| Bed Extender | - | Not Available |
| Bottle Holders | - | 4 |
| Canopy Fitment | - | Not Available |
| Centre Console | - | Yes |
| Common Rail Injection | - | Direct Injection |
| Diff Lock | - | No |
| Difflock | - | No |
| Digital Speedometer | - | Analogue + MID |
| Front Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Front Wiper | - | Yes |
| Front Wipers Type | - | Yes |
| Glove Box | - | Yes |
| Intelligent Battery System | - | Not Available |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | - | Yes |
| 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 | - | Auto Climate Control |
| Mirror | - | Power Adjustable |
| One Pedal Driving | - | Not Available |
| Passive Entry Start | - | Yes |
| Power Socket 12v | - | 12V |
| Reading Lights Rear | - | Yes |
| Rear Air Conditioning | - | No |
| Rear Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Rear Electric Motor | - | Not Available |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | - | Yes |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | - | No |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | - | Not Available |
| Remote Central Locking | - | Yes |
| Remote Side Mirror | - | Power Adjustable |
| Rim Size | 15-inch aluminium-alloy wheels | 16 |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | - | No |
| Sonar | - | Front & Rear |
| Sound System | 4 | 8 Bose Premium |
| Source Model Column | - | i20 |
| Sport Plus Mode | - | Not Available |
| Sports Bar | - | Not Available |
| Steering Column Adjustment | - | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Sub Frame | - | Monocoque |
| Tailgate Damper | - | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | - | Not Available |
| Tow Bar Type | - | Not Available |
| TPMS | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Trim Level | - | fluid |
| Unlocking | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Vanity Mirror Illuminated | - | Yes |
| Variant Role | - | Mid-to-high value derivative |
| Vdc | - | Yes |
| Vehicle To Grid | - | Not Available |
| Vehicle To Load | - | Not Available |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | - | Yes |
| Walk Away Lock | - | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Spec | Alsvin | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | 7-inch touchscreen | 10.25-inch Touchscreen |
| Apple CarPlay | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Android Auto | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Yes | Yes |
| Number of Speakers | 4 | 8 Bose Premium |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | Not Officially Disclosed | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster |
| USB Ports | 1 front USB port | 2 USB-A + 1 USB-C |
| Infotainment Screen | 7-inch LCD touchscreen | 10.25-inch Touchscreen |
| Touchscreen | 7-inch LCD touchscreen | 10.25-inch Touchscreen |
| Navigation System | - | Yes |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Wireless Android Auto | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| FM Radio | - | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Yes |
| Voice Recognition | - | Yes |
| AUX Input | - | Yes |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 7-inch LCD touchscreen | 10.25-inch Touchscreen |
| Audio Controls On Steering | - | Yes |
| Infotainment Display | - | Touchscreen |
| Rear Usb | - | Yes |
| Audio | - | Yes |
| Audio Speakers | 4 | 8 Bose Premium |
| Audio System | - | Yes |
| Display Audio | - | 10.25-inch Touchscreen |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | - | 2 USB-A + 1 USB-C |
| Multi Information Display | - | Analogue + MID |
| Connected Services | - | Yes |
| Voice Control | - | Yes |
| Smartphone Connectivity | - | Yes |
| Radio | - | Yes |
| Spec | Alsvin | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | Not Available | Yes |
| Daytime Running Lamps | LED | LED |
| Fog Lamps | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Exterior Colour Options | Not Officially Disclosed | Polar White, Aurora Grey, Phantom Black, Fiery Red |
| Headlights | Not Available | Yes |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Not Officially Disclosed | Sunroof |
| Alloy Wheel Design | - | 17-inch Alloy |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Yes |
| Roof Type | - | Sunroof |
| Wing Mirror Type | - | Power Adjustable |
| Rear Wiper | - | Yes |
| Door Handle Finish | - | Body Coloured |
| Body Type | - | Hatchback |
| DRL | LED | LED |
| Fog Lights | - | Yes |
| Front Fog Lights | - | Yes |
| Led Headlights | Not Available | Yes |
| Led Taillights | - | Yes |
| Auto Headlights | - | Yes |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Yes |
| Daytime Running Lights | LED | LED |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | - | Sunroof |
| Exterior Colour Options | - | 6 |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | - | Body Coloured |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | - | Yes |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | - | Power Adjustable |
| Front Fog Lamps | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Headlamp Levelling | - | Yes |
| Headlamps | Not Available | Yes |
| Headlight Type | Not Available | Yes |
| Load Bed Liner | - | Not Available |
| Active Exhaust | - | Not Available |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Yes |
| Spec | Alsvin | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Departure Angle | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Wading Depth | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Terrain Modes | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Locking Differential | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| 4WD System Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Breakover Angle | Not Officially Disclosed | 20 deg |
| Underbody Protection | - | Not Available |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | - | 20 deg |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Ramp-over Angle | - | 20 deg |
| Approach Angle Deg | - | - |
| Departure Angle Deg | - | - |
| Energy Recovery Display | - | Not Available |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | - | Not Available |
| Ground Clearance Max | - | 195 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | - | 195 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 | Alsvin | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 185/55 R15 | 205/45 R17 |
| Front Brake Type | Ventilated disc | Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Drum | Disc |
| Spare Wheel Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Spare Wheel |
| Wheel Rim Size | 15-inch aluminium-alloy wheels | 16 |
| Handbrake Type | Mechanical parking brake | Manual |
| Wheel Type | - | 17-inch Alloy |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | - | 256 mm |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | - | 262 mm |
| Parking Brake Type | - | Manual |
| Tyre Load Index | - | 91 |
| Tyre Speed Rating | - | H |
| Brake Type Front | - | Disc (Ventilated) |
| Brake Type Rear | - | Disc |
| Spare Tyre | Not Officially Disclosed | Spare Wheel |
| Tyre Type | - | Tubeless Radial |
| Wheel Diameter | 15-inch aluminium-alloy wheels | 16 |
| Auto Brake Hold | - | Manual |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | - | No |
| Brakes | - | Disc |
| Cornering Brake Control | - | Yes |
| Electric Park Brake | - | Manual |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | - | Yes |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | - | Not Available |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | - | Yes |
| Leather Steering Wheel | - | Leather |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | - | Spare Wheel |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | - | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | - | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Trim | - | Leather |
| Tyre Pressure Display | - | Yes |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Wheel Material | - | 17-inch Alloy |
| Wheel Size Type | - | 16 |
| Wheels | - | 17-inch Alloy |
| Spec | Alsvin | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Front Suspension | MacPherson | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Track Width | - | 1551 mm |
| Rear Track Width | - | 1565 mm |
| Chassis Type | - | Monocoque |
| Power Steering | - | Electric |
| Steering Column | - | Tilt |
| Front Spring Type | - | Coil |
| Rear Spring Type | - | Coil |
| Chassis Material | - | Monocoque |
| Front Suspension Type | MacPherson | MacPherson Strut |
| MagneRide Damping | - | Not Available |
| Rear Axle Type | - | Torsion Beam |
| Rear Suspension Type | Torsion beam | Torsion Beam |
| Suspension | - | MacPherson Strut |
| Spec | Alsvin | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 163 g/km | 110 g/km |
| Start Stop System | - | No |
| Hybrid System Type | - | Not Available |
| Variable Valve Timing | - | Yes |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | - | Unleaded 95 |
| Particulate Filter | - | Not Available |
| Euro Emission Standard | - | Euro 6 |
| Idle CO2 Output | - | 110 |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | - | Yes |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | - | 110 |
| Spec | Alsvin | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Service Plan | 5 years / 75,000 km (standard on CE; optional on CS) | 3 Years / 45000 km |
| Service Interval | - | 15000 km / 12 months |
| Battery Warranty | - | 4 |
| Maintenance Plan | - | 3 Years / 45000 km |
| Engine Oil Capacity | - | 3.6 l |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | - | 15000 |
| First Service At | - | 15000 |
| Service Plan Duration | 5 years / 75,000 km (standard on CE; optional on CS) | 3 Years / 45000 km |
| Service Plan Distance | 5 years / 75,000 km (standard on CE; optional on CS) | 3 Years / 45000 km |
| Alternator | - | 120A |
| Service Intervals | - | 15000 km / 12 months |
| Accessory Battery Type | - | Lead-acid |
| Spec | Alsvin | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Current South African derivative | Fluid |
| Price Zar | 289900 ZAR | 328900 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Current South African retail price | Current listed price |
| Starting Price | 289900 | 328900 |
| Starting Price Zar | 289900 | 328900 |
| Spec | Alsvin | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty | 5 years / 150,000 km | 5 |
| Warranty Years | 5 years / 150,000 km | 5 |
| Warranty Kilometers | 5 years / 150,000 km | 5 |
| Roadside Assistance | - | 5 Years |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | - | 5 Years |
| Basic Warranty | 5 years / 150,000 km | 5 |
| Roadside Assistance | - | 5 Years |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | - | 5 Years |
In depth: how these cars differ
This Alsvin and i20 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: Alsvin 35 vs i20 37.
Efficiency index: Alsvin 56 vs i20 59.
Safety-equipment index: Alsvin 32 vs i20 84.
Practicality index: Alsvin 54 vs i20 61.
Ownership-cover index: Alsvin not separately scored vs i20 65.
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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Specification Evidence Index
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-index readout
i20 leads by 18 points
i20 holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over Alsvin.
Evidence leader
61
/100
Lead
18
points
Data
93%
source coverage
61
#1
Evidence leader
i20
93% source coverage
1 strong categories
Best at
Safety 84
Check
Performance 37
Performance
37
Efficiency
59
Safety
84
Practicality
61
Ownership
65
Leads by 18 points
43
#2
Alsvin
66% source coverage
0 strong categories
Best at
Efficiency 56
Check
Safety 32
Performance
35
Efficiency
56
Safety
32
Practicality
54
Performance 24%
Safety 22%
Practicality 22%
Efficiency 17%
Ownership 15%
Category leaders
What moves the verdict
Performance
i20 +2
Efficiency
i20 +3
Safety
i20 +52
Practicality
i20 +7
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
i20
Performance
37/100
Efficiency
59/100
Safety
84/100
Practicality
61/100
Ownership
65/100
Alsvin
Performance
35/100
Efficiency
56/100
Safety
32/100
Practicality
54/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
Hyundai i20
leads the specification evidence index with 61 pts
vs 43 pts for Alsvin
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, i20 leads. However, Alsvin may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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Alsvin vs i20 questions
There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the models and available derivatives in South Africa on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.
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