Foton Asambe Taxi vs Toyota Hiace Ses'fikile
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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Foton Asambe Taxi
2.4i Petrol (16 Seater)
Petrol
5-Speed Manual
Current
ZAR 439,900
ex-showroom
⚡ 100 kW
🔧 200 Nm
VS
Toyota Hiace Ses'fikile
2.5D 16-seat MT
Diesel
5-Speed Manual
Current
ZAR 549,300
ex-showroom
⚡ 75 kW
🔧 260 Nm
⛽ 11 km/l
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Decision summary
Foton Asambe Taxi vs Toyota Hiace Ses'fikile: the short answer
Compare the available model information below. Hagalu has withheld a ranked verdict because the selected vehicles do not yet meet the minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold.
Asambe Taxi starts ZAR 109,400 cheaper
Asambe Taxi from ZAR 439,900 · Hiace Ses'fikile from ZAR 549,300
Five key differences
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| Specification | Asambe Taxi | Hiace Ses'fikile |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | Asambe Taxi100 kW | Hiace Ses'fikile75 kW |
| Maximum Torque | Asambe Taxi200 Nm | Hiace Ses'fikile260 Nm |
| Engine Size | Asambe Taxi2400 cc | Hiace Ses'fikile2494 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | Asambe TaxiNot Officially Disclosed | Hiace Ses'fikile11 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | Asambe TaxiNot Officially Disclosed | Hiace Ses'fikile175 mm |
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Independent editorial assessment
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Toyota Hiace Ses'fikile
2.5D 16-seat MT
Hagalu editorial rating
Not yet rated
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Full Specs, Side by Side
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| Spec | Asambe Taxi | Hiace Ses'fikile |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2024 | 2019 |
| Generation | High-roof, long-wheelbase 16-seat View-based minibus measuring 5,390 mm long. | H300 platform – purpose-built SA taxi configuration |
| Facelift History | Current South African Asambe Taxi range, with no separate facelift identified. | Current generation launched 2019 with improved safety features |
| Facelift Launched Since | Not Applicable | 2019 |
| Facelift Version Ending | Not Applicable | Current |
| Body Style | Minibus | Van |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Production Status | active | active |
| Segment | 16-seat taxi | Van |
| Vehicle Type | Passenger commercial vehicle | Van |
| Color Note | - | White |
| Dealer Stock Note | - | Base grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Tare Mass Kg | - | 2080 kg |
| Spec | Asambe Taxi | Hiace Ses'fikile |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5390 mm | 5380 mm |
| Width | 1920 mm | 1880 mm |
| Height | 2285 mm | 2285 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3110 mm | 2985 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | Not Officially Disclosed | 175 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | Not Officially Disclosed | 125 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | 70 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | Not Officially Disclosed | 483 l |
| Kerb Weight | Not Officially Disclosed | 2080 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | Not Officially Disclosed | 3500 kg |
| Payload Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | 1420 kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | 2000 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 16 seats | 16 seats |
| Number of Rows | 5 rows | 3 rows |
| Doors | Not Officially Disclosed | 4 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | Not Officially Disclosed | 6.5 m |
| Front Headroom | Not Officially Disclosed | 998 mm |
| Rear Headroom | Not Officially Disclosed | 954 mm |
| Front Legroom | Not Officially Disclosed | 1045 mm |
| Rear Legroom | Not Officially Disclosed | 890 mm |
| Spec | Asambe Taxi | Hiace Ses'fikile |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.4-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol | 2.5-litre Turbocharged Diesel |
| Engine Code | Not Officially Disclosed | Market-specific engine family |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Diesel |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 2400 cc | 2494 cc |
| Cylinders | Not Officially Disclosed | 4 |
| Cylinder Layout | Not Officially Disclosed | Inline |
| Valves | Not Officially Disclosed | 16 |
| Valves per Cylinder | Not Officially Disclosed | 4 |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated | Turbocharged |
| Fuel System | Not Officially Disclosed | Common Rail Direct Injection |
| Compression Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 10.5:1 |
| Bore | Not Officially Disclosed | 82.0 mm |
| Stroke | Not Officially Disclosed | 94.6 mm |
| Maximum Power | 100 kW | 75 kW |
| Maximum Torque | 200 Nm | 260 Nm |
| 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 | Not Officially Disclosed | RWD |
| Transmission | 5-Speed Manual | 5-Speed Manual |
| Top Speed | Not Officially Disclosed | 150 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | Not Officially Disclosed | 18.0 sec |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | 15.5 sec |
| Drive Modes | Not Officially Disclosed | Eco, Comfort, Sport |
| Launch Control | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Rev Limiter | Not Officially Disclosed | 4800 rpm |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 36.1 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 125 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 | Asambe Taxi | Hiace Ses'fikile |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | 5-Speed Manual | 5-Speed Manual |
| Drivetrain Layout | Not Officially Disclosed | FR |
| LSD Available | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Transfer Case | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Differential Lock | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Paddle Shifters | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Final Drive Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Number of Gears | 5 | 5 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Clutch Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Type | Manual | 5-Speed Manual |
| Drivetrain | Not Officially Disclosed | RWD |
| 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 | Manual | 5-Speed Manual |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Axle Layout | Not Officially Disclosed | RWD |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Transmission Speeds | 5 | 5 |
| Differential Type Front | - | Not Available |
| Differential Type Rear | - | Not Available |
| Transfer Case Guard | - | Not Available |
| Spec | Asambe Taxi | Hiace Ses'fikile |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | Not Officially Disclosed | 11 km/l |
| City Mileage | Not Officially Disclosed | 9.5 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | Not Officially Disclosed | 11.5 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | 70 l |
| Emission Standard | Euro 4 | Euro 4 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Auto Start Stop | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Real-world Mileage | Not Officially Disclosed | 11 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | Not Officially Disclosed | 70 |
| 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 |
| Spec | Asambe Taxi | Hiace Ses'fikile |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | Not Officially Disclosed | 2 |
| ABS | Yes | Standard |
| Electronic Stability Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Traction Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Hill Start Assist | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Child Safety Lock | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| ISOFIX Mounts | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Brake Assist | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Standard |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Front Parking Sensors | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| AEB | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| BA | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Brake Override System | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Curtain Airbags | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Driver Airbag | Yes | 2 |
| EBD | Yes | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Standard |
| Hill Hold | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Passenger Airbag | Not Officially Disclosed | 2 |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Side Airbags | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Stability Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| TCS | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Knee Airbag | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| ABS EBD | Yes | Standard |
| Alarm System | - | Standard |
| Central Locking | - | Standard |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | - | Not Available |
| Anti Theft Alarm | - | Standard |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | - | 2 |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | - | 2 |
| ESC With Traction Control | - | Standard |
| Spec | Asambe Taxi | Hiace Ses'fikile |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Lane Keep Assist | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Lane Departure Warning | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Parking Sensors | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Rear View Camera | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| 360 Degree Camera | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Auto Highbeam | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Auto Wipers | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Reverse Camera | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Park Assist | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Around View Monitor | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Warning | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Forward Collision Warning | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Auto Lights | - | Not Available |
| EV Mode | - | 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 | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Spec | Asambe Taxi | Hiace Ses'fikile |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Fabric | Fabric |
| Heated Seats | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Ventilated Seats | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Ambient Lighting | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather | Not Applicable |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Not Officially Disclosed | Manual |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | Not Officially Disclosed | Manual |
| Seat Trim | Fabric | 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 |
| Rear USB Ports | - | 1 |
| Instrument Cluster Type | - | Not Available |
| Interior Colour Options | - | 1 |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | - | Manual |
| Fabric Seats | - | Fabric |
| Armrest Front | - | Not Available |
| Driver Seat | - | Manual |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | - | High-capacity 16-seat configuration, basic but durable interior for high daily use |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | - | Fabric |
| Interior Colours | - | 1 |
| Seat Fold Type | - | Standard |
| Spec | Asambe Taxi | Hiace Ses'fikile |
|---|---|---|
| Climate Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Manual AC |
| Power Windows | Not Officially Disclosed | Front Only |
| Keyless Entry | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Push Button Start | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Wireless Charging | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Sunroof | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Electric Tailgate | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| AC Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Manual AC |
| Load Bed Length | - | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | - | Not Applicable |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Not Available |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | Not Applicable |
| Adaptive Dampers | - | Not Available |
| Climate Zones | - | Manual AC |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | - | Front Only |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | - | Not Available |
| Engine Start Stop | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Engine Warranty | - | 5 Years / 150,000 km |
| Front Armrest | - | Not Available |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | - | 9.1 |
| Hill Start Assist | - | Not Available |
| Panoramic Roof | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Performance Data Logger | - | Not Available |
| Power Mirrors | - | Front Only |
| Push Button Start | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Rear Seat Split | - | Standard |
| Rear Wing | - | Not Available |
| Rev Matching | - | Not Available |
| Seat Type | - | Fabric |
| Spare Wheel | Steel 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 | Not Officially Disclosed | Manual AC |
| Battery Preconditioning | - | Not Available |
| Bed Extender | - | Not Available |
| 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 | 2 | 2 |
| Source Model Column | - | hiace-sesfike |
| Sport Plus Mode | - | Not Available |
| Sports Bar | - | Not Available |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | - | Front |
| Steering Column Adjustment | - | Tilt |
| Surround View Monitor | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Tailgate Damper | - | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | - | Not Available |
| Tow Bar Type | - | Not Available |
| TPMS | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Trim Level | - | base |
| Unlocking | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Variant Role | - | Entry or fleet-access 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 | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Spec | Asambe Taxi | Hiace Ses'fikile |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | Not Officially Disclosed | 6.8-inch Touchscreen |
| Apple CarPlay | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Android Auto | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Number of Speakers | 2 | 2 |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | 3.5-inch colour instrument cluster | Not Applicable |
| USB Ports | 1 driver USB port | 1 |
| Infotainment Screen | Not Officially Disclosed | 6.8-inch Touchscreen |
| Touchscreen | Not Officially Disclosed | 6.8-inch Touchscreen |
| Navigation System | - | Not Available |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Wireless Android Auto | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Voice Recognition | - | Not Available |
| Infotainment Screen Size | Not Officially Disclosed | 6.8-inch Touchscreen |
| Infotainment Display | - | 6.8-inch Touchscreen |
| Rear Usb | - | 1 |
| Audio Speakers | 2 | 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 | Asambe Taxi | Hiace Ses'fikile |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | Not Available | Not Available |
| Daytime Running Lamps | LED | Not Available |
| Fog Lamps | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Roof Rails | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Exterior Colour Options | Not Officially Disclosed | 1 |
| Headlights | Not Available | Not Available |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Not Officially Disclosed | 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 | Not Available |
| Fog Lights | - | Not Available |
| Front Fog Lights | - | Not Available |
| Led Headlights | Not Available | Not Available |
| Auto Headlights | - | Not Available |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Not Available |
| Daytime Running Lights | LED | Not Available |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | - | Not Available |
| Exterior Colour Options | - | 1 |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | - | Front Only |
| Front Fog Lamps | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Headlamp Levelling | - | Not Available |
| Headlamps | Not Available | Not Available |
| Headlight Type | Not Available | Not Available |
| Load Bed Liner | - | Not Available |
| Active Exhaust | - | Not Available |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Not Available |
| Spec | Asambe Taxi | Hiace Ses'fikile |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Departure Angle | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Wading Depth | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Terrain Modes | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Locking Differential | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| 4WD System Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Breakover Angle | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Officially Disclosed | 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 | Asambe Taxi | Hiace Ses'fikile |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 195R15C | 195/75 R16C |
| Front Brake Type | Disc | Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Drum | Drum |
| Spare Wheel Type | Steel spare wheel | Full-Size |
| Wheel Rim Size | 15-inch wheels | Not Available |
| Handbrake Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Wheel Type | - | Not Available |
| Brake Type Front | - | Disc |
| Brake Type Rear | - | Drum |
| Spare Tyre | Steel spare wheel | Full-Size |
| Tyre Type | - | 195/75 R16C |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | - | Not Available |
| Brakes | - | Disc |
| Cornering Brake Control | - | Standard |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | - | Not Available |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | - | Standard |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | - | Full-Size |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | - | Not Available |
| Tyre Pressure Display | - | Not Available |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Wheel Material | - | Not Available |
| Wheels | - | Not Available |
| Spec | Asambe Taxi | Hiace Ses'fikile |
|---|---|---|
| Front Suspension | Not Officially Disclosed | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Not Officially Disclosed | 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 | Not Officially Disclosed | MacPherson Strut |
| MagneRide Damping | - | Not Available |
| Rear Axle Type | - | Leaf Spring |
| Rear Suspension Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Leaf Spring |
| Suspension | - | MacPherson Strut |
| Spec | Asambe Taxi | Hiace Ses'fikile |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | Not Officially Disclosed | 218 g/km |
| Hybrid System Type | - | Not Available |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | - | Diesel |
| Euro Emission Standard | - | Euro 4 |
| Idle CO2 Output | - | 218 |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | - | 218 |
| Spec | Asambe Taxi | Hiace Ses'fikile |
|---|---|---|
| Service Plan | Service plans available | 3 Years / 45,000 km |
| Battery Warranty | - | 5 Years / 150,000 km |
| Maintenance Plan | - | 3 Years / 45,000 km |
| Service Plan Duration | Service plans available | 3 Years / 45,000 km |
| Service Plan Distance | Service plans available | 3 Years / 45,000 km |
| Spec | Asambe Taxi | Hiace Ses'fikile |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Current South African derivative | Base |
| Price Zar | 439900 ZAR | 549300 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Current South African retail price | Current listed price |
| Starting Price | 439900 | 549300 |
| Starting Price Zar | 439900 | 549300 |
| Spec | Asambe Taxi | Hiace Ses'fikile |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty | 2 years / 200,000 km | 3 years / 100 000 km |
| Warranty Years | 2 years / 200,000 km | 3 years / 100 000 km |
| Warranty Kilometers | 2 years / 200,000 km | 3 years / 100 000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | - | 3 Years |
| Basic Warranty | 2 years / 200,000 km | 3 years / 100 000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | - | 3 Years |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | - | 3 Years |
| Spec | Asambe Taxi | Hiace Ses'fikile |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | - | 10 l/100km |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | - | 12.5 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | - | 9 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | - | 10.5 l/100km |
| Owner Review Count | - | 8 |
In depth: how these cars differ
This Asambe Taxi and Hiace Ses'fikile comparison brings together local model information and available derivatives for South Africa. Prices and specifications appear only where they have been recorded for this market.
Hagalu has withheld an overall score because at least one selected vehicle does not yet have four comparable categories and 50% weighted source coverage. Missing catalogue evidence is not replaced with a neutral score or a guessed value.
Use the key-spec and full-spec tables to compare the fields that are confirmed. For a purchase decision, verify current availability, exact derivative equipment, finance, insurance and ownership cover with the relevant manufacturer or authorised retailer.
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Score withheld: fewer than four comparable categories or less than 50% weighted source coverage for at least one vehicle.
Use the verified key-spec and full-spec tables on this page. A ranked index will appear only after every selected vehicle has source-backed data in at least four categories and reaches 50% weighted coverage.
What the evidence means
No overall winner is declared because the selected vehicles do not yet meet Hagalu's minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold. Compare the confirmed rows and verify the exact derivative before buying.
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Asambe Taxi vs Hiace Ses'fikile 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.
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.