Honda Amaze vs Toyota GR Supra

A proper head-to-head in South Africa — we cover price, performance, petrol economy, safety and what it'll actually cost you to own each one long term.

Honda Amaze in South Africa

Honda Amaze

1.2 Comfort CVT Petrol Automatic
ZAR 289,900 ex-showroom
⚡ 66 kW 🔧 110 Nm ⛽ 18.2 km/l
VS
Toyota GR Supra in South Africa

Toyota GR Supra

3.0T Manual Petrol Manual
ZAR 1,561,600 ex-showroom
⚡ 285 kW 🔧 500 Nm ⛽ 12 km/l
Add a 3rd car

At a Glance — Who Wins What

Performance GR Supra
Fuel Economy Amaze
🛡 Safety GR Supra
📦 Practicality Amaze
🔑 Ownership Amaze
Amaze starts ZAR 1524800 cheaper Amaze from ZAR 254,900 · GR Supra from ZAR 1,524,800

Key Specs Side by Side

The specs that matter most — highlighted where one car leads.

Spec Amaze GR Supra
Engine Power 66 kW 285 kW
Torque 110 Nm 500 Nm
Engine Size 1199 cc 2998 cc
Claimed Mileage 18.2 km/l 12 km/l
Ground Clearance 170 mm 117 mm
Boot / Load Bay 420 l 290 l
Airbags 2 9
Kerb Weight 980 kg 1545 kg
Seating Capacity 5 2
Warranty 3 3 years / 100 000 km

= leads in this spec

The Bottom Line

GR Supra holds a noticeable edge over Amaze, especially in key ownership areas.

Where They Actually Differ

Performance GR Supra +68 pts
Efficiency Amaze +22 pts
Safety GR Supra +54 pts
Practicality Amaze +19 pts
Ownership Amaze +8 pts

What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)

Amaze

Strengths
  • Better fuel efficiency
  • More practical for daily use
  • Better long-term ownership value
Weak Spots
  • Less powerful engine setup
  • Less comprehensive safety features
Best suited to: Fuel Efficiency Family Usage
🏆 Overall Winner

GR Supra

Strengths
  • More powerful engine output
  • Stronger safety package
Weak Spots
  • Lower fuel efficiency
  • Less practical in daily usage
  • Shorter warranty coverage
Best suited to: Highway Driving

Which One's Right for You?

Amaze

  • Buyers looking for better fuel efficiency
  • Large families needing more practicality and usability
  • Long-term owners valuing warranty and ownership peace of mind

GR Supra

  • Drivers who prioritise strong highway performance and overtaking power
  • Families prioritising stronger safety equipment

Full Specs, Side by Side

Spec Amaze GR Supra
Model Introduced Year 2018 2021
Generation Based on Honda’s compact car platform optimized for affordability, efficiency, and ease of use A90 fifth generation – co-developed with BMW on the CLAR platform
Facelift History Introduced in South Africa as a practical entry sedan with minor updates over time in features and safety Manual gearbox and power upgrade (280 kW→285 kW) in 2023
Facelift Launched Since Original current-generation version 2023
Facelift Version Ending Current Current
Body Style Sedan Sedan
Color Note White, Silver, Grey, Red, Blue Matte White, Nitro Yellow, Renaissance Red, Gravure Grey, Tungsten Silver, Black
Dealer Stock Note Top grade in the South Africa lineup Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Model Year 2026 2026
Production Status published published
Segment Sedan Sedan
Vehicle Type Sedan Sedan
Spec Amaze GR Supra
Ground Clearance 170 mm 117 mm
Wheelbase 2470 mm 2470 mm
Length 3995 mm 4380 mm
Width 1695 mm 1865 mm
Height 1498 mm 1294 mm
Kerb Weight 980 kg 1545 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight 1420 kg 1870 kg
Seating Capacity 5 2
Boot Space 420 l 290 l
Towing Capacity 900 kg -
Front Track Width - -
Rear Track Width - -
Turning Radius - 6.3 m
Load Bed Length 420 l 290 l
Load Bed Width - -
Front Legroom - -
Rear Legroom - -
Front Headroom - -
Rear Headroom - -
Front Shoulder Room - -
Rear Shoulder Room - -
Boot Space Seats Folded 420 l 290 l
Number of Doors 4 4
Max Payload - -
Boot Volume 420 l 290 l
Doors 4 4
Seats 5 2
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 l 52 l
Gross Vehicle Mass Kg 1420 kg 1870 kg
Ground Clearance Max 170 mm 117 mm
Ground Clearance Min 170 mm 117 mm
Ground Clearance Mm 170 mm 117 mm
Height Mm 1498 mm 1294 mm
Length Mm 3995 mm 4380 mm
Loadbox Length Mm 420 l 290 l
Loadbox Width Mm - -
Payload Kg - -
Cargo Volume 420 l 290 l
Tare Mass Kg 980 kg 1545 kg
Turning Circle - 6.3 m
Turning Circle M - 6.3 m
Width Mm 1695 mm 1865 mm

Overall Verdict Score

Decision-grade view of the winner, score gap and category strengths.

Weighted / 100
Verdict readout

GR Supra leads by 19 points

GR Supra holds a noticeable edge over Amaze, especially in key ownership areas.

Winner 67 /100
Lead 19 points
Data 85% confidence
67
#1 Winner

GR Supra

85% data confidence 2 strong categories
Best at Safety 99 Check Practicality 39
Performance 94
Efficiency 47
Safety 99
Practicality 39
Ownership 43
Leads by 19 points
48
#2

Amaze

95% data confidence 0 strong categories
Best at Efficiency 69 Check Performance 26
Performance 26
Efficiency 69
Safety 45
Practicality 58
Ownership 51
Performance 24% Safety 22% Practicality 22% Efficiency 17% Ownership 15%
Category leaders What moves the verdict
Performance GR Supra +68 Efficiency Amaze +22 Safety GR Supra +54 Practicality Amaze +19 Ownership Amaze +8

Moderate difference between the models.

Why this score View full breakdown
Overall Winner

GR Supra

Performance 94/100
Efficiency 47/100
Safety 99/100
Practicality 39/100
Ownership 43/100

Amaze

Performance 26/100
Efficiency 69/100
Safety 45/100
Practicality 58/100
Ownership 51/100

So, Which One Should You Buy?

🏆 Toyota GR Supra wins with 67 pts vs 48 pts for Amaze

In structured scoring, GR Supra emerges as the stronger overall package. However, Amaze may appeal to buyers prioritising different factors. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.

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Questions Buyers Usually Ask

On our scoring the GR Supra edges ahead overall. That said, the right choice depends on what you actually use the car for — the breakdown above shows exactly where each one wins and loses.

Efficiency scores: Amaze 69 vs GR Supra 47. In the real world, diesel variants of either car will beat the claimed figure on long highways and fall short in Joburg traffic.

Safety scores: Amaze 45, GR Supra 99. Check each model page for NCAP ratings and which trim levels include AEB and blind-spot monitoring — those features aren't always standard.

Long-term ownership scores: Amaze 51, GR Supra 43. Service intervals, parts availability in SA, and whether a service plan is bundled all factor in — check the individual variant specs for that detail.

Practicality scores: Amaze 58, GR Supra 39. This covers boot space, seat flexibility, and day-to-day usability — not just interior dimensions on paper.

Performance scores: Amaze 26, GR Supra 94. This looks at real-world pace — 0–100 kph, highway flexibility, and how either car feels when you actually need to overtake on an N-road.

Resale varies with colour, spec, and market timing, but Japanese brands — and Toyota specifically — have a strong track record in SA. Check current used prices for both on AutoTrader to see the real gap right now.

Ground clearance and 4WD availability are what matter most here. Scroll to the spec table above to compare both side by side — if either model offers a 4WD variant, that's the version worth comparing.

Fuel, insurance, and service costs are the big three. Diesel variants of both models typically save R800–R1,500/month in fuel at current SA pump prices. The GR Supra edges the overall ownership score, but check whether either variant includes a service plan — that changes the monthly maths significantly.

The GR Supra scores better overall, but neither car is a bad buy here. It comes down to what features matter to you — check the full spec table above to see exactly what you gain and lose at each price point.

In Depth — Breaking It All Down

The comparison between Amaze and GR Supra in South Africa evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.

Performance: Amaze scores 26 vs 94.

Efficiency: Amaze scores 69 vs 47.

Safety: Amaze scores 45 vs 99.

Practicality: Amaze scores 58 vs 39.

Ownership: Amaze scores 51 vs 43.

Final structured scoring gives GR Supra the advantage in this comparison.