Source type: Official OEM South Africa
Toyota C-HR vs KIA Picanto Panel Van
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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Toyota C-HR
Discontinued model
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Toyota C-HR
2.0 HEV GR Sport CVT
Hybrid
e-CVT
Discontinued model
ZAR 499,000
last listed
Discontinued model
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⚡ 134 kW
🔧 190 Nm
⛽ 19.2 km/l
VS
KIA Picanto Panel Van
1.0 LS Panel Van Auto
Petrol
4-Speed Automatic
Current
ZAR 269,995
ex-showroom
⚡ 49 kW
🔧 94 Nm
⛽ 16.4 km/l
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Add a 3rd car
Decision summary
Toyota C-HR vs KIA Picanto Panel Van: the short answer
C-HR has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Picanto Panel Van remains close.
Recorded price context
C-HR:
last listed from
ZAR 429,000
·
Picanto Panel Van:
current from
ZAR 249,995
Five key differences
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| Specification | C-HR | Picanto Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | C-HR134 kW | Picanto Panel Van49 kW @ 6000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | C-HR190 Nm | Picanto Panel Van94 Nm @ 3500 rpm |
| Engine Size | C-HR1987 cc | Picanto Panel Van998 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | C-HR19.2 km/l | Picanto Panel Van16.4 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | C-HR160 mm | Picanto Panel Van155 mm |
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Source type: Official OEM South Africa
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Specification evidence leader
C-HR
Strengths
- More powerful engine output
- Better fuel efficiency
- Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
- Lower published practicality figures
- Lower published ownership cover
Best suited to:
Published Performance
Published Efficiency
Picanto Panel Van
Strengths
- Stronger published practicality figures
- Stronger published ownership cover
Weak Spots
- Less powerful engine setup
- Lower fuel efficiency
- Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:
Published Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
C-HR
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
- Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Picanto Panel Van
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published warranty or service cover
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Archived cars use verified historical spec records. Rows remain comparable; unavailable historical values are shown plainly rather than estimated.
| Spec | C-HR | Picanto Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2023 | 2018 |
| Generation | Second generation on TNGA-C platform – hybrid-only in SA | Based on third-generation JA Picanto platform; commercial derivative |
| Facelift History | All-new second generation launched in SA in 2023 | Updated with third-generation Picanto platform in 2021 |
| Facelift Launched Since | 2023 | 2021 |
| Facelift Version Ending | 2024 | Current |
| Body Style | 5-door Crossover SUV | Van |
| Model Year | 2021 | 2026 |
| Production Status | discontinued | active |
| Segment | SUV | Van |
| Tare Mass Kg | 1500 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Type | 5-door Crossover SUV | Van |
| Dealer Stock Note | Not confirmed | Mid grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Color Note | Not confirmed | Clear White, Aurora Black Pearl |
| Spec | C-HR | Picanto Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4390 mm | 3595 mm |
| Width | 1796 mm | 1595 mm |
| Height | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2640 mm | 2400 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 160 mm | 155 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | 125 mm | 151 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 l | 35 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 377 l | 620 l |
| Kerb Weight | 1500 kg | 950 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 1930 kg | 1400 kg |
| Payload Capacity | 430 kg | 450 kg |
| Towing Capacity | 1600 kg | 0 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Rows | 2 rows | 1 rows |
| Doors | 1 doors | 3 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 5.4 m | 4.8 m |
| Front Headroom | 993 mm | 970 mm |
| Rear Headroom | 946 mm | Not Applicable |
| Front Legroom | 1030 mm | 1040 mm |
| Rear Legroom | 881 mm | Not Applicable |
| Spec | C-HR | Picanto Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.0L Hybrid Petrol-Electric | 1-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol |
| Engine Code | Market-specific engine family | G3LA |
| Fuel Type | Hybrid | Petrol |
| Hybrid System | Self Charging Hybrid | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 1987 cc | 998 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Cylinder Layout | Inline | Inline |
| Valves | 16 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | Naturally Aspirated |
| Fuel System | Hybrid Synergy Drive | Multi-Point Injection |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Bore | 82.0 mm | 71 mm |
| Stroke | 94.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Maximum Power | 134 kW | 49 kW @ 6000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 190 Nm | 94 Nm @ 3500 rpm |
| Combined Power | 1 kW | Not Applicable |
| Combined Torque | 1 Nm | Not Applicable |
| Motor Type | Permanent-magnet synchronous electric motor | Not Applicable |
| Number of Motors | 1 | Not Applicable |
| Motor Location | Integrated transmission electric motor | Not Applicable |
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Transmission | e-CVT | 4-Speed Automatic |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 148 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 8.2 sec | 14.5 sec |
| Quarter Mile | 15.5 sec | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | Eco, Comfort, Sport | Eco |
| Launch Control | No | No |
| Rev Limiter | 6500 rpm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 100 kW/tonne | 51.6 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 220 Nm/tonne | 98.9 Nm/tonne |
| Battery Capacity | 1 kWh | Not Applicable |
| Usable Battery Capacity | 64.8 kWh | Not Applicable |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | Not Applicable |
| Battery Voltage | 400 V | 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 | Yes | Not Applicable |
| Spec | C-HR | Picanto Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | e-CVT (Electronic CVT) | 4-Speed Automatic |
| Drivetrain Layout | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| LSD Available | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Transfer Case | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Paddle Shifters | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Final Drive Ratio | Yes | 4.286:1 |
| Number of Gears | 6 | 4 |
| Transmission Type | e-CVT (Electronic CVT) | Automatic |
| Clutch Type | Yes | Torque Converter Automatic |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Yes | Yes |
| Gear Shift Type | Yes | Floor-Mounted Selector |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD — Front Wheel Drive |
| 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 | Yes | Not Applicable |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Gearbox Type | e-CVT (Electronic CVT) | 4-Speed Automatic |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Axle Layout | FWD | FWD |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Transmission Speeds | 6 | 4 |
| Engine Position | Not confirmed | Transverse Front-Mounted |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | Not confirmed | 2.8 |
| Transfer Case Guard | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Differential Type Front | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Differential Type Rear | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Spec | C-HR | Picanto Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 19.2 km/l | 16.4 km/l |
| City Mileage | 17 km/l | 13.5 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | 21 km/l | 20.4 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 l | 35 l |
| Emission Standard | Euro 6 | Euro 5 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Auto Start Stop | Yes | No |
| Real-world Mileage | 19.2 km/l | 16.4 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 43 | 35 |
| Combined Driving Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Electric Consumption | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Highway | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Mixed | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Distance To Empty | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Low Fuel Warning | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Spec | C-HR | Picanto Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 7 | 6 |
| ABS | Standard | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard | Yes |
| Traction Control | Standard | Yes |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Hill Start Assist | Standard | Yes |
| Child Safety Lock | Standard | Yes |
| ISOFIX Mounts | Standard | Yes |
| Brake Assist | Standard | Yes |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Standard | Yes |
| Engine Immobiliser | Standard | Yes |
| Alarm System | Standard | Yes |
| Central Locking | Standard | Yes |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Yes | Yes |
| Front Parking Sensors | Yes | No |
| AEB | Standard | No |
| BA | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Override System | Yes | Yes |
| Curtain Airbags | Yes | Yes — Full Length Curtain Airbags |
| Driver Airbag | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold | Standard | Yes |
| Passenger Airbag | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Yes | No |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Yes | Yes — Front Seatbelt Pre-tensioners |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Yes | Yes |
| Side Airbags | Yes | Yes — Front Side Airbags |
| Stability Control | Standard | Yes |
| TCS | Standard | Yes |
| Knee Airbag | Yes | No |
| ABS EBD | Standard | Yes |
| Side Impact Beams | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Speed Alert System | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Safety Rating | Not confirmed | 3 Stars (Euro NCAP 2017 Assessment) |
| Whiplash Protection | Not confirmed | Yes — Active Head Restraints Front |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | Not confirmed | No |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Not confirmed | No |
| Lane Change Warning | Not confirmed | No |
| Fatigue Detection | Not confirmed | No |
| ESC With Traction Control | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | Not confirmed | 6 |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | Not confirmed | 6 |
| Anti Theft Alarm | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Spec | C-HR | Picanto Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Standard | No |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Standard | No |
| Lane Keep Assist | Standard | No |
| Lane Departure Warning | Standard | No |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Standard | No |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Yes | No |
| Parking Sensors | Front and Rear | No |
| Rear View Camera | Standard | No |
| 360 Degree Camera | Not Available | No |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Standard | No |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Yes | No |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Yes | No |
| Auto Highbeam | Yes | No |
| Auto Wipers | Standard | No |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | No |
| Reverse Camera | Standard | No |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Standard | No |
| Park Assist | Yes | No |
| Around View Monitor | Not Available | No |
| Blind Spot Warning | Standard | No |
| Forward Collision Warning | Yes | Not Available |
| Auto Lights | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Eco Mode | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Sport Mode | Not confirmed | No |
| EV Mode | Not confirmed | Not Applicable — Petrol Engine |
| Emergency Braking | Not confirmed | No |
| Pre-Collision System | Not confirmed | No |
| Rear View Camera | Not confirmed | No |
| Reversing Camera | Not confirmed | No |
| Reverse Camera Type | Not confirmed | No |
| Surround View Camera | Not Available | No |
| Parking Distance Sensors | Not confirmed | No |
| Parking Sensor | Not confirmed | No |
| Front Camera | Not confirmed | No |
| Automatic High Beam | Not confirmed | No |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | Not confirmed | No |
| Spec | C-HR | Picanto Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Synthetic Leather | Cloth |
| Seat Adjustment | Power Driver | Manual 6-Way Driver Seat Adjustment |
| Heated Seats | Not Applicable | No |
| Ventilated Seats | Not Applicable | No |
| Steering Type | Electric | Electric Power Assisted (EPAS) |
| Steering Adjustment | Tilt and Telescopic | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Ambient Lighting | Standard | No |
| Folding Rear Seats | 60/40 Split | Not Applicable — Panel Van |
| Front Armrest | Rear Centre Armrest | No |
| Steering Wheel Material | Yes | Urethane |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Yes | No |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Manual multi-way | 6-Way Manual Adjustment |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | Manual multi-way | 4-Way Manual Adjustment |
| Seat Trim | Yes | Cloth |
| Front Shoulder Room | Not confirmed | 1355 mm |
| Rear Shoulder Room | Not confirmed | 0 mm |
| Instrument Cluster Type | Not confirmed | Semi-Digital Instrument Cluster |
| Rear USB Ports | Not confirmed | 0 |
| Fabric Seats | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Leather Seats | Not confirmed | No |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Adjustable Front Seat | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Memory Seats | Not confirmed | No |
| Cooled Seats | Not confirmed | No |
| Driver Lumbar Support | Not confirmed | No |
| Rear Armrest | Not confirmed | No |
| Cup Holders | Not confirmed | 2 |
| Rear AC Vents | Not confirmed | No |
| Door Map Pockets | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Front Headrest | Not confirmed | Yes — Adjustable |
| Rear Headrest | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Interior Colour Options | Not confirmed | 2 |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | Not confirmed | 2-seat cab with sealed cargo bulkhead, air conditioning, electric windows, basic audio system, flat commercial load floor |
| Boot Space Seats Down | Not confirmed | 620 |
| Seat Belt Warning | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | Not confirmed | Cloth |
| Driver Seat | Not confirmed | Manual 6-Way Driver Seat Adjustment |
| Seat Fold Type | Not confirmed | Not Applicable — Panel Van |
| Armrest Front | Not confirmed | No |
| Armrest Rear | Not confirmed | No |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | Not confirmed | No |
| Interior Colours | Not confirmed | 2 |
| Interior Trim Colour | Not confirmed | 2 |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | Not confirmed | No |
| Spec | C-HR | Picanto Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Power Windows | All Doors | Yes — Front Windows Only |
| Keyless Entry | Smart Key | No |
| Push Button Start | Standard | No |
| Wireless Charging | Standard | No |
| Sunroof | Panoramic | No |
| Electric Tailgate | Not Available | No |
| Automatic Headlamps | Standard | Yes |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Standard | No |
| AC Type | Dual-zone Automatic | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Engine Start Stop | Standard | No |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Standard | No |
| Push Button Start | Standard | No |
| Spare Wheel | Space Saver | Full Size Spare Tyre |
| Air Conditioning | Dual-zone Automatic | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Rim Size | 18-inch GR Sport Alloy | 14 Inches |
| Sound System | 8 | 6 |
| Unlocking | Smart Key | No |
| Wireless Charger | Standard | No |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | Not confirmed | 620 l |
| Load Bed Length | Not confirmed | 1485 mm |
| Load Bed Width | Not confirmed | 1150 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | Not confirmed | 6.1 L/100km — WLTP Combined Cycle |
| Tyre Repair Kit | Not confirmed | No — Full Size Spare Provided |
| Adaptive Dampers | Not confirmed | No |
| Hill Start Assist | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | Not confirmed | Yes — Front |
| Speed Alert System | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Surround View Monitor | Not Available | No |
| Digital Speedometer | Not confirmed | Yes — Digital Speedometer Display |
| Driver Display | Not confirmed | Semi-Digital Instrument Cluster with MID |
| Steering Mounted Controls | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Multi Function Steering | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Voice Command | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Voice Command Support | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Seat Type | Not confirmed | Cloth Fabric |
| Rear Seat Split | Not confirmed | N/A Panel Van |
| Front Armrest | Not confirmed | No |
| Headrest Adjustable | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Climate Zones | Not confirmed | Single Zone |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | Not confirmed | No |
| Remote Start | Not confirmed | No |
| Remote Engine Start | Not confirmed | No |
| Panoramic Roof | Panoramic | No |
| Powered Tailgate | Not confirmed | No |
| Boot Opener | Not confirmed | Yes — Electric Boot Release Button |
| Fuel Lid Opener | Not confirmed | Yes — Remote Fuel Lid Opener |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | Not confirmed | No |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | Not confirmed | No |
| Rear Defogger | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rear Window Defroster | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Electric Mirror Folding | Not confirmed | No |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Power Mirrors | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Remote Side Mirror | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Tachometer | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Trip Computer | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Speed Limiter | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | Not confirmed | Yes |
| 12V Accessory Socket | Not confirmed | Yes — 12V Front Accessory Socket |
| Front Power Outlet | Not confirmed | Yes — 12V Socket |
| Rear Reading Lamps | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Vanity Mirror | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Door Ajar Warning | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Impact Sensing Door Unlock | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Engine Check Warning | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Service Reminder | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rear Wing | Not confirmed | No |
| Chrome Grille | Not confirmed | No |
| Chrome Exterior Highlights | Not confirmed | No |
| Side Steps | Not confirmed | No |
| Skid Plates | Not confirmed | No |
| Heads Up Display | Not confirmed | No |
| Intercooler | Not confirmed | Not Applicable — Naturally Aspirated Engine |
| Performance Data Logger | Not confirmed | No |
| Ride Mode Selection | Not confirmed | No |
| Rev Matching | Not confirmed | No |
| Roof Antenna | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Aero Kit | Not confirmed | No |
| Exhaust Finish | Not confirmed | Standard Single Outlet Chrome Tip |
| Exhaust Type | Not confirmed | Single Exhaust System |
| Glovebox Cooling | Not confirmed | No |
| Headlamp Height Adjust | Not confirmed | Yes — Manual Headlamp Beam Adjustment |
| Headlamp Washer | Not confirmed | No |
| Drag Coefficient | Not confirmed | 0.32 Cd |
| Stabilizer Bar | Not confirmed | Front and Rear Anti-Roll Bars |
| Steering Response | Not confirmed | Electric Power Assisted Steering |
| Tail Lamps | Not confirmed | No |
| Engine Warranty | Not confirmed | 7 Years/150 |
| Loadbox Length Mm | Not confirmed | 1485 mm |
| Loadbox Width Mm | Not confirmed | 1150 mm |
| Trim Level | Not confirmed | mid |
| Variant Role | Not confirmed | Commercial utility derivative |
| Accelerator 0 100 | Not confirmed | 14.5 sec |
| Common Rail Injection | Not confirmed | Multi-Point Fuel Injection (MPFI) |
| Diff Lock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Difflock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Vdc | Not confirmed | Yes |
| TPMS | Standard | Yes |
| Sonar | Not confirmed | No |
| Automatic High Beam | Not confirmed | No |
| Steering Column Adjustment | Not confirmed | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Tilt Steering | Not confirmed | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Telescopic Steering | Not confirmed | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Bottle Holders | Not confirmed | 2 |
| Rear Air Conditioning | Not confirmed | No |
| Glove Box | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Manual Aircon | Not confirmed | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | Not confirmed | No |
| Remote Central Locking | Not confirmed | No |
| Passive Entry Start | Not confirmed | No |
| Lift Gate | Not confirmed | No |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | Not confirmed | No |
| Power Socket 12v | Not confirmed | Yes — 12V Front Accessory Socket |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | Not confirmed | No |
| Mirror | Not confirmed | Power Adjustable with Integrated Turn Indicators |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | Not confirmed | Standard Anti-Roll Bar |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | Not confirmed | Standard Anti-Roll Bar |
| Sub Frame | Not confirmed | Monocoque Unibody Steel Platform |
| Vehicle To Grid | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Vehicle To Load | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| One Pedal Driving | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear Electric Motor | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Battery Preconditioning | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Source Model Column | Not confirmed | picanto-panel-van |
| Intelligent Battery System | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Front Diff Lock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear Diff Lock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Load Bed Cover | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Load Bed Light | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Load Bed Steps | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Bed Extender | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Canopy Fitment | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Sports Bar | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Tailgate Damper | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Tow Bar Type | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Sport Plus Mode | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Walk Away Lock | Not confirmed | No |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | Not confirmed | No |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | Not confirmed | No |
| Front Wiper | Not confirmed | Yes — Standard Rear Wiper and Washer |
| Front Wipers Type | Not confirmed | Yes — Standard Rear Wiper and Washer |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | Not confirmed | No |
| Vanity Mirror Illuminated | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Reading Lights Rear | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Centre Console | Not confirmed | No |
| Side Impact Bars | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | Not confirmed | 620 l |
| Spec | C-HR | Picanto Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | 9-inch Touchscreen | 8-Inch Touchscreen Infotainment System |
| Apple CarPlay | Standard | Yes |
| Android Auto | Standard | Yes |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Standard | Yes |
| Number of Speakers | 8 | 6 |
| Navigation System | Standard | Yes — Smartphone Navigation via Android Auto/CarPlay |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | Standard | Yes — Partial Digital Instrument Cluster |
| USB Ports | 2 | 2 |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Standard | Yes |
| Wireless Android Auto | Standard | Yes |
| Audio Speakers | 8 | 6 |
| Infotainment Screen | 10.1 | 8-Inch Touchscreen |
| Touchscreen | 10.1 | 8-Inch Touchscreen |
| Infotainment Display | Not confirmed | 8-Inch Touchscreen Display |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 10.1 | 8-Inch Touchscreen |
| Rear Usb | Not confirmed | No |
| Premium Audio | Not confirmed | No |
| FM Radio | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Audio Controls On Steering | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Voice Recognition | Not confirmed | Yes |
| AUX Input | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | Not confirmed | No |
| Head Up Display | Not confirmed | No |
| Multi Information Display | Not confirmed | Semi-Digital Instrument Cluster |
| Display Audio | Not confirmed | 8-Inch Touchscreen Infotainment System |
| Smartphone Connectivity | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Connected Services | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | Not confirmed | 2 |
| Voice Control | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Radio | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Audio | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Audio System | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Spec | C-HR | Picanto Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | LED Matrix | No |
| Daytime Running Lamps | LED | Yes — LED Daytime Running Lights |
| Fog Lamps | LED | No |
| Roof Rails | Not Available | No |
| Alloy Wheel Design | 18-inch GR Sport Alloy | Standard Design |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | Not Available | No |
| Rear Spoiler | GR Sport Spoiler | Yes — Rear Integrated Spoiler |
| Exterior Colour Options | Multiple manufacturer colours | 5 |
| DRL | LED | Yes — LED Daytime Running Lights |
| Led Headlights | LED Matrix | No |
| Daytime Running Lights | LED | Yes — LED Daytime Running Lights |
| Front Fog Lamps | LED | No |
| Headlamps | LED Matrix | No |
| Headlight Type | LED Matrix | No |
| Headlights | LED Matrix | No |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Yes | No |
| Front Overhang | Not confirmed | 735 mm |
| Rear Overhang | Not confirmed | 460 mm |
| Body Type | Not confirmed | 3-Door Panel Van |
| Fog Lights | Not confirmed | No |
| Front Fog Lights | Not confirmed | No |
| Rear Fog Lights | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Led Taillights | Not confirmed | No |
| Body Cladding | Not confirmed | No |
| Roof Type | Not confirmed | Standard Fixed Roof |
| Wing Mirror Type | Not confirmed | Power Adjustable with Integrated Turn Indicators |
| Rear Wiper | Not confirmed | Yes — Standard Rear Wiper and Washer |
| Door Handle Finish | Not confirmed | Body-Coloured Door Handles |
| Exterior Colour Options | Not confirmed | 2 |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Auto Headlights | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Automatic Headlamps | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | Not confirmed | No |
| Headlamp Levelling | Not confirmed | No |
| Rear Spoiler | Not confirmed | Yes — Rear Integrated Spoiler |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | Not confirmed | Body-Coloured Door Handles |
| Load Bed Liner | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Active Exhaust | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Sunroof Slide | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Sunroof Tilt | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Spec | C-HR | Picanto Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | 25 deg | 17 deg |
| Departure Angle | 23 deg | 22 deg |
| Wading Depth | 500 mm | 0 mm |
| Terrain Modes | Normal; Eco; Sport; Off-road | Not Available |
| Locking Differential | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 4WD System Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Breakover Angle | 20 deg | 0 deg |
| Ground Clearance Max | 160 mm | 155 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | 160 mm | 155 mm |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Underbody Protection | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | Not confirmed | 0 deg |
| Ramp-over Angle | Not confirmed | 0 deg |
| Recovery Hooks | Not confirmed | 1 Rear Tow Hook |
| Off Road Descent Control | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Terrain Response System | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Crawl Control | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Underbody Camera | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Energy Recovery Display | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Mud | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Normal | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Rock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Sand | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Snow | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Off Road Traction Assist | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Transfer Case | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Fuel Tank | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear Skid Plate Guard | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Approach Angle Deg | Not confirmed | 17 deg |
| Departure Angle Deg | Not confirmed | 22 deg |
| Wading Depth Mm | Not confirmed | 0 mm |
| Spec | C-HR | Picanto Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 225/50 R18 | 175/65 R14 |
| Wheel Type | 18-inch GR Sport Alloy | Standard Design |
| Front Brake Type | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc | Drum |
| Spare Wheel Type | Space Saver | Full Size Spare Tyre |
| Wheel Rim Size | 18-inch GR Sport Alloy | 14 Inches |
| Brake Type Front | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Brake Type Rear | Disc | Drum |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Full Size Spare Tyre |
| Wheel Diameter | 18-inch GR Sport Alloy | 14 Inches |
| Handbrake Type | Yes | Conventional Handbrake |
| Wheels | 18-inch GR Sport Alloy | Standard Design |
| Tyre Type | Not confirmed | Tubeless Radial |
| Front Tyre Width | Not confirmed | 175 mm |
| Rear Tyre Width | Not confirmed | 175 mm |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | Not confirmed | 247 mm |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | Not confirmed | 180 mm |
| Parking Brake Type | Not confirmed | Conventional Handbrake |
| Tyre Load Index | Not confirmed | 82 |
| Tyre Speed Rating | Not confirmed | T |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Standard | Yes |
| Tyre Pressure Display | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | Not confirmed | No |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Wheel Material | 18-inch GR Sport Alloy | Standard Design |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | Not confirmed | Full Size Spare |
| Electric Park Brake | Not confirmed | Conventional Handbrake |
| Wheel Size Type | Not confirmed | 14 Inches |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | Not confirmed | No |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Leather Steering Wheel | Not confirmed | Urethane |
| Steering Wheel Trim | Not confirmed | Urethane |
| Brakes | Not confirmed | Ventilated Disc |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Cornering Brake Control | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Auto Brake Hold | Not confirmed | Conventional Handbrake |
| Spec | C-HR | Picanto Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbone | Coupled Torsion Beam Axle with Coil Spring |
| Chassis Type | Monocoque | Monocoque Unibody Steel Platform |
| Power Steering | Electric | Electric Power Assisted (EPAS) |
| Steering Column | Tilt and Telescopic | Tilt and Telescopic Adjustable |
| Front Suspension Type | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring |
| Rear Suspension Type | Double Wishbone | Coupled Torsion Beam Axle with Coil Spring |
| Front Track Width | Not confirmed | 1415 mm |
| Rear Track Width | Not confirmed | 1420 mm |
| Front Spring Type | Not confirmed | Coil Spring |
| Rear Spring Type | Not confirmed | Coil Spring |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | Not confirmed | Standard Anti-Roll Bar |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | Not confirmed | Standard Anti-Roll Bar |
| Shock Absorber Type | Not confirmed | Telescopic Gas Dampers |
| Suspension | Not confirmed | MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring |
| Rear Axle Type | Not confirmed | Coupled Torsion Beam Axle with Coil Spring |
| Shock Absorbers | Not confirmed | Telescopic Gas Dampers |
| Chassis Material | Not confirmed | Monocoque Unibody Steel Platform |
| MagneRide Damping | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Spec | C-HR | Picanto Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty Years | 3 | 7 Years/150 |
| Warranty Kilometers | 3 | 7 Years/150 |
| Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | 5 Years Roadside Assistance |
| Basic Warranty | 3 | 7 Years/150 |
| Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | 5 Years Roadside Assistance |
| Warranty | 3 | 7 Years/150 |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | Not confirmed | 5 Years |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | 5 Years Roadside Assistance |
| Spec | C-HR | Picanto Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 105 g/km | 140 g/km |
| Variable Valve Timing | Not confirmed | CVVT on Intake Camshaft |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | Not confirmed | 93 RON Unleaded |
| Start Stop System | Not confirmed | No |
| Noise Level | Not confirmed | 68 dB |
| Hybrid System Type | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Particulate Filter | Not confirmed | GPF Fitted |
| Euro Emission Standard | Not confirmed | Euro 5 |
| Green NCAP Rating | Not confirmed | Not Independently NCAP Green Rated |
| Idle CO2 Output | Not confirmed | Within Euro 5 Emission Limits |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | Not confirmed | Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP) |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | Not confirmed | 140 |
| Spec | C-HR | Picanto Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | 5.5 l/100km | 6.9 l/100km |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | 7 l/100km | 8.4 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | 6 l/100km | 4.5 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | 7 l/100km | 5.3 l/100km |
| Owner Review Count | 7 | 0 |
| Spec | C-HR | Picanto Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Service Plan | Yes | 3 Years/45 |
| Engine Oil Capacity | Not confirmed | 3.2 l |
| Service Interval | Not confirmed | 15,000 km or 12 Months — Whichever First |
| Approx Service Cost | Not confirmed | Approx R2,500–R3,200 per Service |
| Battery Warranty | Not confirmed | 12 Months KIA Battery Warranty |
| Maintenance Plan | Not confirmed | Included — 3 Years/45 |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | Not confirmed | 10,000 km or 6 Months |
| First Service At | Not confirmed | 1,000 km Inspection and Safety Check |
| Service Plan Duration | Yes | 3 Years/45 |
| Service Plan Distance | Yes | 3 Years/45 |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | Not confirmed | Underbody Anti-Rust Protection |
| Alternator | Not confirmed | 80A Alternator |
| Service Intervals | Not confirmed | 15,000 km or 12 Months — Whichever First |
| Accessory Battery Type | Not confirmed | 12V 45Ah Lead-Acid Battery |
| Spec | C-HR | Picanto Panel Van |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Private and family | Mid |
| Price Zar | 499000 ZAR | 269995 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Historical listed price | Current listed price |
| Starting Price | 499000 | 269995 |
| Starting Price Zar | 499000 | 269995 |
In depth: how these cars differ
This C-HR and Picanto Panel Van 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: C-HR 53 vs Picanto Panel Van 22.
Efficiency index: C-HR 78 vs Picanto Panel Van 63.
Safety-equipment index: C-HR 98 vs Picanto Panel Van 68.
Practicality index: C-HR 57 vs Picanto Panel Van 59.
Ownership-cover index: C-HR 43 vs Picanto Panel Van 77.
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
C-HR leads by 12 points
C-HR has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Picanto Panel Van remains close.
Evidence leader
67
/100
Lead
12
points
Data
91%
source coverage
67
#1
Evidence leader
C-HR
91% source coverage
2 strong categories
Best at
Safety 98
Check
Ownership 43
Performance
53
Efficiency
78
Safety
98
Practicality
57
Ownership
43
Leads by 12 points
55
#2
Picanto Panel Van
92% source coverage
1 strong categories
Best at
Ownership 77
Check
Performance 22
Performance
22
Efficiency
63
Safety
68
Practicality
59
Ownership
77
Performance 24%
Safety 22%
Practicality 22%
Efficiency 17%
Ownership 15%
Category leaders
What moves the verdict
Performance
C-HR +31
Efficiency
C-HR +15
Safety
C-HR +30
Practicality
Picanto Panel Van +2
Ownership
Picanto Panel Van +34
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
C-HR
Performance
53/100
Efficiency
78/100
Safety
98/100
Practicality
57/100
Ownership
43/100
Picanto Panel Van
Performance
22/100
Efficiency
63/100
Safety
68/100
Practicality
59/100
Ownership
77/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
Toyota C-HR
leads the specification evidence index with 67 pts
vs 55 pts for Picanto Panel Van
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, C-HR leads. However, Picanto Panel Van may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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C-HR vs Picanto Panel Van 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.