Rolls-Royce Black Badge Ghost vs Hyundai Grand i10 Sedan

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.

Rolls-Royce Black Badge Ghost in South Africa

Rolls-Royce Black Badge Ghost

Black Badge Ghost Series II Petrol 8-Speed Automatic Current
Price on request
⚡ 441 kW 🔧 900 Nm ⛽ 6.33 km/l
VS
Hyundai Grand i10 Sedan in South Africa

Hyundai Grand i10 Sedan

1.2 Executive Sedan 4AT Petrol Current
ZAR 309,900 ex-showroom
⚡ 61 kW 🔧 114 Nm ⛽ 16.9 km/l
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At a Glance — Who Wins What

Performance Black Badge Ghost
Fuel Economy Grand i10 Sedan
🛡 Safety Black Badge Ghost
📦 Practicality Grand i10 Sedan
🔑 Ownership Grand i10 Sedan

Key Specs Side by Side

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

Spec Black Badge Ghost Grand i10 Sedan
Maximum Power 441 kW 61 kW
Maximum Torque 900 Nm @ 1700 rpm 114 Nm
Engine Size 6749 cc 1197 cc
Claimed Mileage 6.33 km/l 16.9 km/l
Ground Clearance 118 mm 165 mm
Boot / Load Bay 500 l 402 l
Airbags 8 2 front airbags
Kerb Weight 2505 kg -
Seating Capacity - -
Warranty 4 years; regional conditions apply 5 years / 150 000 km plus 2 years / 50 000 km powertrain

= leads in this spec

The Bottom Line

Black Badge Ghost holds a noticeable edge over Grand i10 Sedan, especially in key ownership areas.

Where They Actually Differ

Performance Black Badge Ghost +70 pts
Efficiency Grand i10 Sedan +37 pts
Safety Black Badge Ghost +70 pts
Practicality Grand i10 Sedan +1 pts
Ownership Grand i10 Sedan +21 pts

What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)

🏆 Overall Winner

Black Badge Ghost

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

Grand i10 Sedan

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

Which One's Right for You?

Black Badge Ghost

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

Grand i10 Sedan

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

Full Specs, Side by Side

Spec Black Badge Ghost Grand i10 Sedan
Model Introduced Year 2022 Current local generation year not confirmed
Generation Second-generation Black Badge Ghost in Series II form Current South African Grand i10 Sedan listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
Facelift History The current-generation Black Badge Ghost debuted globally in 2021, was introduced in South Africa in 2022 and evolved into Black Badge Ghost Series II in October 2024 Model-year updates can affect trim, wheels, screens, safety equipment and colours. Use the latest South African price list when checking a specific vehicle.
Facelift Launched Since 2024 Original current-generation version
Facelift Version Ending Current Current
Body Style Four-door performance-luxury saloon Sedan
Model Year 2026 2026
Production Status active published
Segment Full-size performance super-luxury saloon Sedan
Vehicle Type Internal-combustion passenger car Sedan
Color Note - Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering.
Dealer Stock Note - Top grade in the South Africa lineup
Tare Mass Kg - 940-1037 kg
Spec Black Badge Ghost Grand i10 Sedan
Drivetrain Layout All-wheel drive with all-wheel steering Front-wheel drive
Transfer Case ATC 13 transfer case Not Applicable
Differential Lock Electronic differential lock (EDS); no mechanically lockable differential Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters No Not Applicable
Gearbox 8-speed ZF automatic Automatic
Final Drive Ratio 2.81:1 Not Applicable
Number of Gears 8 4
Transmission Type 8-speed ZF automatic Automatic
Clutch Type Torque converter Not Applicable
Drivetrain All-wheel drive Front-wheel drive
4WD Engagement Rolls-Royce all-wheel drive 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 No Not Applicable
Gearbox Type 8-speed ZF automatic Automatic
Low Range Ratio Not Applicable Not Applicable
Low Range Not Applicable Not Applicable
Axle Layout All-wheel-drive power delivery with active rear-axle steering Front-wheel drive
Transmission Speeds 8 4
Gear Shift Type Satellite Aided automatic gear selection via column stalk with Low button Automatic
LSD Available - Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator - Yes
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

Overall Verdict Score

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

Weighted / 100
Verdict readout

Black Badge Ghost leads by 22 points

Black Badge Ghost holds a noticeable edge over Grand i10 Sedan, especially in key ownership areas.

Winner 71 /100
Lead 22 points
Data 91% confidence
71
#1 Winner

Black Badge Ghost

91% data confidence 2 strong categories
Best at Performance 100 Check Efficiency 29
Performance 100
Efficiency 29
Safety 99
Practicality 63
Ownership 44
Leads by 22 points
49
#2

Grand i10 Sedan

85% data confidence 0 strong categories
Best at Efficiency 66 Check Safety 29
Performance 30
Efficiency 66
Safety 29
Practicality 64
Ownership 65
Performance 24% Safety 22% Practicality 22% Efficiency 17% Ownership 15%
Category leaders What moves the verdict
Performance Black Badge Ghost +70 Efficiency Grand i10 Sedan +37 Safety Black Badge Ghost +70 Practicality Grand i10 Sedan +1 Ownership Grand i10 Sedan +21

Moderate difference between the models.

Why this score View full breakdown
Overall Winner

Black Badge Ghost

Performance 100/100
Efficiency 29/100
Safety 99/100
Practicality 63/100
Ownership 44/100

Grand i10 Sedan

Performance 30/100
Efficiency 66/100
Safety 29/100
Practicality 64/100
Ownership 65/100

So, Which One Should You Buy?

🏆 Rolls-Royce Black Badge Ghost wins with 71 pts vs 49 pts for Grand i10 Sedan

In structured scoring, Black Badge Ghost emerges as the stronger overall package. However, Grand i10 Sedan 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 Black Badge Ghost 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: Black Badge Ghost 29 vs Grand i10 Sedan 66. 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: Black Badge Ghost 99, Grand i10 Sedan 29. 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: Black Badge Ghost 44, Grand i10 Sedan 65. 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: Black Badge Ghost 63, Grand i10 Sedan 64. This covers boot space, seat flexibility, and day-to-day usability — not just interior dimensions on paper.

Performance scores: Black Badge Ghost 100, Grand i10 Sedan 30. 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 Black Badge Ghost edges the overall ownership score, but check whether either variant includes a service plan — that changes the monthly maths significantly.

The Black Badge Ghost 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 Black Badge Ghost and Grand i10 Sedan in South Africa evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.

Performance: Black Badge Ghost scores 100 vs 30.

Efficiency: Black Badge Ghost scores 29 vs 66.

Safety: Black Badge Ghost scores 99 vs 29.

Practicality: Black Badge Ghost scores 63 vs 64.

Ownership: Black Badge Ghost scores 44 vs 65.

Final structured scoring gives Black Badge Ghost the advantage in this comparison.