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.
B30 holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over Hiace.
B30 starts ZAR 161,000 cheaperB30 from ZAR 519,900 · Hiace from ZAR 680,900
Five key differences
Exact selected derivatives
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Specification
B30
Hiace
Maximum Power
B30138 kW
Hiace75 kW
Maximum Torque
B30305 Nm
Hiace260 Nm
Engine Size
B301498 cc
Hiace2494 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
B3012.41 km/l
Hiace11.8 km/l
Ground Clearance
B30215 mm
Hiace175 mm
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Independent editorial assessment
Hagalu editorial ratings
When a variant is selected, its rating out of five applies only to that exact derivative; a model-range review is not inherited. Editorial ratings are separate from the Specification Evidence Index out of 100 and are not customer ratings.
BAIC B30
B30 Elite Adventure
Hagalu editorial rating
4.1/5★★★★★★★★★★
Desk research · Exact variant
Hagalu Editorial Team ·
Editorial assessment, not a customer rating. Not road-tested for this review.
Not yet rated means a complete review is not published; it does not mean the vehicle scored zero. Read the rating methodology.
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Specification evidence leader
B30
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished Efficiency
Hiace
Strengths
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower fuel efficiency
Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:Published Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
B30
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Hiace
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
B30
Hiace
Model Introduced Year
2025
2019
Generation
Current first-generation BAIC B30 for South Africa, introduced locally for the 2025 model year with petrol and self-charging HEV derivatives.
H300 generation – front-engine layout replacing the previous cab-over design
Facelift History
The B30 was unveiled locally in August 2025 and launched in November 2025 as the first South African version; no later local facelift has been announced.
Current H300 generation launched in SA in 2019 – major redesign from rear-engine layout
Facelift Launched Since
2025
2019
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
Five-door mid-size SUV
Van
Model Year
2025
2026
Production Status
active
active
Segment
Mid-size SUV
Van
Vehicle Type
SUV
Van
Color Note
-
White, Silver
Dealer Stock Note
-
Base grade in the South Africa lineup
Tare Mass Kg
-
2080 kg
Spec
B30
Hiace
Length
4730 mm
5380 mm
Width
1910 mm
1880 mm
Height
1790 mm
2285 mm
Wheelbase
2820 mm
2985 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
215 mm
175 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
Not Officially Disclosed
125 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
60 l
70 l
Boot/Cargo Space
Not Officially Disclosed
5200 l
Kerb Weight
1575 kg
2080 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2034 kg
3500 kg
Payload Capacity
459 kg
1420 kg
Towing Capacity
1500 kg
2000 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
2 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
1 rows
Doors
5 doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
Not Officially Disclosed
6.5 m
Front Headroom
Not Officially Disclosed
992 mm
Rear Headroom
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Front Legroom
Not Officially Disclosed
1032 mm
Rear Legroom
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Spec
B30
Hiace
Engine
1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine
2.5-litre Turbocharged Diesel
Engine Code
A156T2H
Market-specific engine family
Fuel Type
Petrol
Diesel
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1498 cc
2494 cc
Cylinders
4
4
Cylinder Layout
Not Officially Disclosed
Inline
Valves
Not Officially Disclosed
16
Valves per Cylinder
Not Officially Disclosed
4
Aspiration
Turbocharged
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
138 kW
75 kW
Maximum Torque
305 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
FWD
RWD
Transmission
7-Speed DCT
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
Standard, Sport, Economy, Snow
Eco, Comfort, Sport
Launch Control
No
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
B30
Hiace
Gearbox
7DCT
5-Speed Manual
Drivetrain Layout
FWD
FR
LSD Available
Not Officially Disclosed
No
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
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
7
5
Transmission Type
7-speed dual-clutch transmission
Manual
Clutch Type
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Type
Not Officially Disclosed
5-Speed Manual
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
RWD/
4WD Engagement
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Officially Disclosed
No
Front Differential Lock
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
Dual-clutch
5-Speed Manual
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
No
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
Front-wheel drive
RWD
Rear Differential Lock
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
7
5
Differential Type Front
-
Not Available
Differential Type Rear
-
Not Available
Transfer Case Guard
-
Not Available
Spec
B30
Hiace
Claimed Mileage
12.41 km/l
11.8 km/l
City Mileage
Not Officially Disclosed
10.0 km/l
Highway Mileage
Not Officially Disclosed
11.5 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
60 l
70 l
Emission Standard
Euro VI
Euro 4
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
12.41 km/l
11.8 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
60
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
B30
Hiace
Airbags
6
2
ABS
Standard
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Not Available
Child Safety Lock
Standard
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
Not Available
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Standard
Not Available
Front Parking Sensors
Standard
Not Available
AEB
Standard
Not Available
BA
Standard
Standard
Brake Override System
Standard
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Standard
Not Available
Driver Airbag
Standard
2
EBD
Standard
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Standard
Hill Hold
Standard
Not Available
Passenger Airbag
Standard
2
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Standard
Not Available
Seatbelt Reminder
Standard
Not Available
Side Airbags
Standard
Not Available
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
TCS
Standard
Standard
Knee Airbag
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Available
ABS EBD
Standard
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
B30
Hiace
Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Standard
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Standard
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Standard
Not Available
Rear View Camera
Standard
Not Available
360 Degree Camera
Standard
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Standard
Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
Standard
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Standard
Not Available
Auto Wipers
Standard
Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors
Standard
Not Available
Reverse Camera
Standard
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Park Assist
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
Standard
Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
Standard
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
Standard
Not Available
Spec
B30
Hiace
Seat Material
Leather
Fabric
Heated Seats
Optional
Not Applicable
Ventilated Seats
Not Available
Not Applicable
Ambient Lighting
Not Available
Not Applicable
Steering Wheel Material
Optional
Not Applicable
60 40 Split Seat
Standard
Standard
Driver Seat Adjustment
6-way electric
Manual
Passenger Seat Adjustment
6-way electric
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
B30
Hiace
Climate Control
Dual-zone automatic
Manual AC
Power Windows
Standard
Front Only
Keyless Entry
Standard
Not Available
Push Button Start
Standard
Not Available
Wireless Charging
Standard
Not Available
Sunroof
Optional
Not Available
Electric Tailgate
Standard
Not Available
Rain Sensing Wipers
Standard
Not Available
Boot Space Seats Folded
1496 l
5200 l
AC Type
Dual-zone automatic
Manual AC
Load Bed Length
-
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
-
Not Applicable
Automatic Headlamps
-
Not Available
Boot Space Seats Folded
1496 l
5200 l
Adaptive Dampers
-
Not Available
Climate Zones
-
Manual AC
Electric Folding Mirrors
-
Front Only
Engine Start Button Illumination
-
Not Available
Engine Start Stop
Standard
Not Available
Engine Start Stop Button
Standard
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
Optional
Not Available
Performance Data Logger
-
Not Available
Power Mirrors
-
Front Only
Push Button Start
Standard
Not Available
Rear Seat Split
-
Standard
Rear Wing
-
Not Available
Rev Matching
-
Not Available
Seat Type
-
Fabric
Spare Wheel
Non-full-size space-saver 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
Dual-zone automatic
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
Standard
Not Available
Tailgate Damper
-
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
-
Not Available
Tow Bar Type
-
Not Available
TPMS
Standard
Not Available
Trim Level
-
base
Unlocking
Standard
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
Standard
Not Available
Spec
B30
Hiace
Infotainment System
BAIC DA head unit with DAB radio
6.8-inch Touchscreen
Apple CarPlay
Standard
Not Available
Android Auto
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Available
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Standard
Number of Speakers
8
2
Digital Instrument Cluster
10.25-inch LCD instrument cluster
Not Applicable
USB Ports
USB-A front; USB-C front and rear
1
Infotainment Screen
14.6-inch central touchscreen
6.8-inch Touchscreen
Touchscreen
14.6-inch central touchscreen
6.8-inch Touchscreen
Navigation System
-
Not Available
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Standard
Not Available
Wireless Android Auto
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Available
Voice Recognition
-
Not Available
Infotainment Screen Size
14.6-inch central touchscreen
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
B30
Hiace
LED Headlamps
Standard
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
Standard
Not Available
Fog Lamps
Not Available
Not Available
Roof Rails
Optional
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
Mint Green, Blue, White, Light Grey, Matte Grey, Grey, Black
2
Headlights
Standard
Not Available
Panoramic Sunroof
Optional
Not Available
Alloy Wheel Design
-
Not Available
Chrome Exterior Finish
-
Not Available
Rear Spoiler
-
Not Available
Roof Type
-
Not Available
Body Type
-
Van
DRL
Standard
Not Available
Fog Lights
-
Not Available
Front Fog Lights
-
Not Available
Led Headlights
Standard
Not Available
Auto Headlights
-
Not Available
Automatic Headlamps
-
Not Available
Daytime Running Lights
Standard
Not Available
Electric Blind Sunroof
-
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
-
2
Exterior Mirror Electric
-
Front Only
Front Fog Lamps
Not Available
Not Available
Headlamp Levelling
-
Not Available
Headlamps
Standard
Not Available
Headlight Type
Standard
Not Available
Load Bed Liner
-
Not Available
Active Exhaust
-
Not Available
Rear Spoiler
-
Not Available
Spec
B30
Hiace
Approach Angle
25 deg
Not Available
Departure Angle
30 deg
Not Available
Wading Depth
450 mm
Not Available
Terrain Modes
Not Available
Not Available
Locking Differential
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Breakover Angle
21 deg
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
B30
Hiace
Tyre Size
235/65 R18
195/75 R16C
Front Brake Type
Ventilated disc
Disc
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Drum
Spare Wheel Type
Non-full-size space-saver spare wheel
Full-Size
Wheel Rim Size
18-inch
Not Available
Handbrake Type
Electric parking brake
Not Applicable
Towing Unbraked Kg
750 kg
-
Wheel Type
-
Not Available
Brake Type Front
-
Disc
Brake Type Rear
-
Drum
Spare Tyre
Non-full-size space-saver 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
Standard
Not Available
Wheel Material
-
Not Available
Wheels
-
Not Available
Spec
B30
Hiace
Front Suspension
MacPherson independent suspension
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-link independent suspension
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
MacPherson independent suspension
MacPherson Strut
MagneRide Damping
-
Not Available
Rear Axle Type
-
Leaf Spring
Rear Suspension Type
Multi-link independent suspension
Leaf Spring
Suspension
-
MacPherson Strut
Spec
B30
Hiace
CO2 Emissions
Not Officially Disclosed
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
B30
Hiace
Service Plan
7 Years / 90 000 km
3 Years / 45,000 km
Battery Warranty
-
5 Years / 150,000 km
Maintenance Plan
-
3 Years / 45,000 km
Service Plan Duration
7 Years / 90 000 km
3 Years / 45,000 km
Service Plan Distance
7 Years / 90 000 km
3 Years / 45,000 km
Spec
B30
Hiace
Ownership Role
Private buyer ownership with BAIC South Africa warranty and service support
Base
Price Zar
519900 ZAR
680900 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current ex-showroom price
Current listed price
Starting Price
519900
680900
Starting Price Zar
519900
680900
Spec
B30
Hiace
Warranty
7 Years / 200 000 km; 7-year unlimited-mileage roadside assistance
3 years / 100 000 km
Warranty Years
7 Years / 200 000 km; 7-year unlimited-mileage roadside assistance
3 years / 100 000 km
Warranty Kilometers
7 Years / 200 000 km; 7-year unlimited-mileage roadside assistance
3 years / 100 000 km
Roadside Assistance
-
3 Years
Basic Warranty
7 Years / 200 000 km; 7-year unlimited-mileage roadside assistance
3 years / 100 000 km
Roadside Assistance
-
3 Years
Warranty Roadside Assistance
-
3 Years
Spec
B30
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 B30 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: B30 59 vs Hiace 37.
Efficiency index: B30 51 vs Hiace 48.
Safety-equipment index: B30 92 vs Hiace 44.
Practicality index: B30 61 vs Hiace 71.
Ownership-cover index: B30 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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Evidence / 100
Evidence-index readout
B30 leads by 17 points
B30 holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over Hiace.
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
B30
Performance
59/100
Efficiency
51/100
Safety
92/100
Practicality
61/100
Hiace
Performance
37/100
Efficiency
48/100
Safety
44/100
Practicality
71/100
Ownership
43/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexBAIC B30
leads the specification evidence index with 66 pts
vs 49 pts for Hiace
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, B30 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 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.
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