Toyota Camry vs Hyundai i20
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 Camry
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Toyota Camry
2.5 Hybrid XSE CVT
Hybrid
e-CVT
Discontinued model
ZAR 749,900
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Discontinued model
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⚡ 160 kW
🔧 221 Nm
⛽ 19.2 km/l
VS
Hyundai i20
1.0T Fluid
Petrol
6-Speed Manual
Current
ZAR 328,900
ex-showroom
⚡ 74 kW
🔧 172 Nm
⛽ 14.5 km/l
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Decision summary
Toyota Camry vs Hyundai i20: the short answer
Camry has a modest catalogue-index lead, while i20 remains close.
Recorded price context
Camry:
last listed from
ZAR 659,900
·
i20:
current from
ZAR 296,900
Five key differences
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| Specification | Camry | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | Camry160 kW @ 5700 rpm | i2074 kW @ 5500 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | Camry221 Nm @ 3600 rpm | i20172 Nm @ 1500 rpm |
| Engine Size | Camry2487 cc | i20998 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | Camry19.2 km/l | i2014.5 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | Camry140 mm | i20195 mm |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
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Hyundai i20
1.0T Fluid
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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Specification evidence leader
Camry
Strengths
- More powerful engine output
- Better fuel efficiency
- Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
- Lower published ownership cover
Best suited to:
Published Performance
Published Efficiency
i20
Strengths
- Stronger published ownership cover
Weak Spots
- Less powerful engine setup
- Lower fuel efficiency
- Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:
General Use
Which One's Right for You?
Camry
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
- Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
i20
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published warranty or service cover
Full Specs, Side by Side
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| Spec | Camry | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2019 | 2008 |
| Generation | Current generation Camry on TNGA platform | Third generation i20 on the K2 platform; sold in SA with 1.0T three-cylinder turbo across all variants |
| Facelift History | Latest generation with hybrid technology | Third generation launched globally in 2020 and arrived in SA shortly after; significant improvement over the second gen in styling, tech, and driving dynamics |
| Facelift Launched Since | 2021 | 2020 |
| Facelift Version Ending | 2024 | Current |
| Body Style | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Model Year | 2021 | 2026 |
| Production Status | discontinued | active |
| Segment | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Tare Mass Kg | 1575 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Color Note | Not confirmed | White, Black, Silver, Blue, Red, Yellow |
| Dealer Stock Note | Not confirmed | Fluid grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Spec | Camry | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4885 mm | 4040 mm |
| Width | 1840 mm | 1775 mm |
| Height | 1445 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2825 mm | 2580 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 140 mm | 195 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | 125 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 l | 40 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 493 l | 352 l |
| Kerb Weight | 1575 kg | 1135 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 2055 kg | 1610 kg |
| Payload Capacity | 480 kg | 475 kg |
| Towing Capacity | 1600 kg | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Rows | 2 rows | 2 rows |
| Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 5.8 m | 5.2 m |
| Front Headroom | 986 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rear Headroom | 941 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Front Legroom | 1037 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rear Legroom | 899 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Spec | Camry | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Front Track Width | 1575 mm | 1551 mm |
| Rear Track Width | 1580 mm | 1565 mm |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link | Torsion Beam |
| Chassis Type | Monocoque | Monocoque |
| Power Steering | Electric | Electric |
| Steering Column | Tilt and Telescopic | Tilt |
| Front Suspension Type | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension Type | Multi-Link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Spring Type | Not confirmed | Coil |
| Rear Spring Type | Not confirmed | Coil |
| Chassis Material | Not confirmed | Monocoque |
| MagneRide Damping | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear Axle Type | Not confirmed | Torsion Beam |
| Suspension | Not confirmed | MacPherson Strut |
| Spec | Camry | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.5L Hybrid Petrol-Electric | 1-litre Turbocharged Petrol |
| Engine Code | Market-specific engine family | G3LE |
| Fuel Type | Hybrid | Petrol |
| Hybrid System | Parallel Hybrid | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 2487 cc | 998 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Cylinder Layout | Inline | Inline |
| Valves | 16 | 12 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | Turbocharged |
| Fuel System | Dual Injection | Direct Injection |
| Compression Ratio | 14.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Bore | 82.0 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Stroke | 94.6 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Maximum Power | 160 kW @ 5700 rpm | 74 kW @ 5500 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 221 Nm @ 3600 rpm | 172 Nm @ 1500 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 | 6-Speed Manual |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 185 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 8.3 sec | 11.0 sec |
| Quarter Mile | 15.5 sec | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | Eco, Comfort, Sport | Eco, Normal |
| Launch Control | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rev Limiter | 6500 rpm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 100 kW/tonne | 65.2 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 220 Nm/tonne | 151.5 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 | Camry | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Position | Front Transverse | Front |
| Gearbox | CVT Automatic (e-CVT) | iMT 6-speed Intelligent Manual |
| Drivetrain Layout | Front Wheel Drive | FWD |
| LSD Available | Not Applicable | No |
| Transfer Case | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Differential Lock | Not Applicable | No |
| Paddle Shifters | Not Applicable | No |
| Final Drive Ratio | Yes | Not Applicable |
| Number of Gears | 6 | 7 |
| Transmission Type | CVT Automatic (e-CVT) | Manual |
| Clutch Type | Yes | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Yes | Yes |
| Gear Shift Type | Yes | iMT 6-speed Intelligent Manual |
| Drivetrain | 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 | No |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Gearbox Type | CVT Automatic (e-CVT) | iMT 6-speed Intelligent Manual |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Axle Layout | FWD | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Transmission Speeds | 6 | 7 |
| Differential Type Front | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Differential Type Rear | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Transfer Case Guard | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Spec | Camry | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 19.2 km/l | 14.5 km/l |
| City Mileage | 16 km/l | 11.7 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | 21 km/l | 17.1 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 l | 40 l |
| Emission Standard | Euro 6 | Euro 6 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Auto Start Stop | Standard | No |
| Real-world Mileage | 19.2 km/l | 14.5 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 60 | 40 |
| 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 | Camry | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 9 | 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 |
| Side Impact Beams | Standard | - |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Yes | Yes |
| Front Parking Sensors | Yes | Front & Rear |
| AEB | Standard | No |
| BA | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Override System | Yes | Not Available |
| Curtain Airbags | Yes | Yes |
| Driver Airbag | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold | Standard | Yes |
| Passenger Airbag | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Standard | Yes |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Yes | Yes |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Yes | Yes |
| Side Airbags | Yes | Yes |
| Stability Control | Standard | Yes |
| TCS | Standard | Yes |
| Knee Airbag | Yes | Not Available |
| ABS EBD | Standard | Yes |
| Speed Alert System | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Safety Rating | Not confirmed | Not Rated (SA) |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Anti Theft Alarm | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | Not confirmed | 6 |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | Not confirmed | 6 |
| ESC With Traction Control | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Spec | Camry | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Standard | Yes |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Standard | Yes |
| Lane Keep Assist | Standard | Yes |
| Lane Departure Warning | Standard | Yes |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Standard | Yes |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Standard | Yes |
| Parking Sensors | Front and Rear | Front & Rear |
| Rear View Camera | Standard | Yes |
| 360 Degree Camera | Standard | Not Available |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Standard | No |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Standard | Not Available |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Standard | No |
| Auto Highbeam | Yes | Not Available |
| Auto Wipers | Standard | No |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Front & Rear |
| Reverse Camera | Standard | Yes |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Standard | Yes |
| Park Assist | Yes | Not Available |
| Around View Monitor | Standard | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Warning | Standard | Yes |
| Forward Collision Warning | Yes | Not Available |
| Auto Lights | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Eco Mode | Not confirmed | Yes |
| EV Mode | Not confirmed | No |
| Sport Mode | Not confirmed | No |
| Emergency Braking | Not confirmed | No |
| Parking Distance Sensors | Not confirmed | Front & Rear |
| Parking Sensor | Not confirmed | Front & Rear |
| Pre-Collision System | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | Not confirmed | No |
| Rear View Camera | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Reverse Camera Type | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Reversing Camera | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Spec | Camry | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Leather Sport | Leather-Look |
| Seat Adjustment | Electric 8-Way | Manual |
| Heated Seats | Front | Front |
| Ventilated Seats | Front | No |
| Steering Type | Electric | Electric |
| Steering Adjustment | Tilt and Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Ambient Lighting | Multi-colour | Yes |
| Folding Rear Seats | 60/40 Split | 60/40 Split |
| Front Armrest | Standard | Yes |
| Rear Armrest | Standard | No |
| Steering Wheel Material | Yes | Leather |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Yes | Yes |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Manual multi-way | Manual |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | Manual multi-way | Manual |
| Seat Trim | Yes | Leather-Look |
| Front Shoulder Room | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Rear Shoulder Room | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Cup Holders | Not confirmed | 4 |
| Rear AC Vents | Not confirmed | No |
| Rear USB Ports | Not confirmed | 2 USB-A + 1 USB-C |
| Instrument Cluster Type | Not confirmed | Analogue + MID |
| Interior Colour Options | Not confirmed | Black |
| Door Map Pockets | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | Not confirmed | Manual |
| Adjustable Front Seat | Not confirmed | Manual |
| Cooled Seats | Not confirmed | No |
| Fabric Seats | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Front Headrest | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Leather Seats | Not confirmed | No |
| Memory Seats | Not confirmed | No |
| Rear Headrest | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Armrest Front | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Armrest Rear | Not confirmed | No |
| Boot Space Seats Down | Not confirmed | 1165 |
| Driver Seat | Not confirmed | Manual |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | Not confirmed | 8-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on Fluid, digital instrument cluster, sporty flat-bottom steering wheel, quality-feeling interior |
| Interior Trim Colour | Not confirmed | Black |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | Not confirmed | Leather-Look |
| Interior Colours | Not confirmed | Black |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | Not confirmed | No |
| Seat Belt Warning | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Seat Fold Type | Not confirmed | 60/40 Split |
| Spec | Camry | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Climate Control | Dual Zone Automatic | Auto Climate Control |
| Power Windows | All Doors | All |
| Keyless Entry | Smart Entry | Yes |
| Push Button Start | Standard | Yes |
| Wireless Charging | Standard | Yes |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Sunroof |
| Electric Tailgate | Not Available | Not Available |
| Automatic Headlamps | Standard | Yes |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Standard | No |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | Standard | No |
| AC Type | Dual Zone Automatic | Auto Climate Control |
| Engine Start Stop | Standard | Yes |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Standard | Yes |
| Push Button Start | Standard | Yes |
| Spare Wheel | Space Saver | Spare Wheel |
| Air Conditioning | Dual Zone Automatic | Auto Climate Control |
| Rim Size | 18-inch Sport Alloy | 16 |
| Sound System | 10 | 8 Bose Premium |
| Unlocking | Smart Entry | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Standard | Yes |
| Load Bed Length | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | Not confirmed | 1165 l |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | Not confirmed | 1165 l |
| Rear Window Defroster | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Electric Mirror Folding | Not confirmed | Power Adjustable |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | Not confirmed | Yes |
| 12V Accessory Socket | Not confirmed | 12V |
| Adaptive Dampers | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | Not confirmed | No |
| Boot Opener | Not confirmed | Inside |
| Climate Zones | Not confirmed | 1 |
| Door Ajar Warning | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Engine Check Warning | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Engine Warranty | Not confirmed | 4 |
| Front Armrest | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Front Power Outlet | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | Not confirmed | 6.9 |
| Fuel Lid Opener | Not confirmed | Inside |
| Glovebox Cooling | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Headlamp Height Adjust | Not confirmed | Manual |
| Headlamp Washer | Not confirmed | No |
| Hill Start Assist | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Panoramic Roof | Panoramic Sunroof | Sunroof |
| Performance Data Logger | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Power Mirrors | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rear Defogger | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rear Reading Lamps | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rear Seat Split | Not confirmed | 60/40 Split |
| Rear Wing | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rev Matching | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Seat Type | Not confirmed | Leather-Look |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Service Reminder | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Skid Plates | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Steering Mounted Controls | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Tachometer | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Tail Lamps | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Telescopic Steering | Not confirmed | No |
| Tilt Steering | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Trip Computer | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Vanity Mirror | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Voice Command | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Voice Command Support | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Accelerator 0 100 | Not confirmed | 11.0 sec |
| Battery Preconditioning | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Bed Extender | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Bottle Holders | Not confirmed | 4 |
| Canopy Fitment | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Centre Console | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Common Rail Injection | Not confirmed | Direct Injection |
| Diff Lock | Not confirmed | No |
| Difflock | Not confirmed | No |
| Digital Speedometer | Not confirmed | Analogue + MID |
| Front Diff Lock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Front Wiper | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Front Wipers Type | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Glove Box | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Intelligent Battery System | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Load Bed Cover | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Load Bed Light | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Load Bed Steps | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Loadbox Length Mm | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Loadbox Width Mm | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Manual Aircon | Not confirmed | Auto Climate Control |
| Mirror | Not confirmed | Power Adjustable |
| One Pedal Driving | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Passive Entry Start | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Power Socket 12v | Not confirmed | 12V |
| Reading Lights Rear | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rear Air Conditioning | Not confirmed | No |
| Rear Diff Lock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear Electric Motor | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | Not confirmed | No |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Remote Central Locking | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Remote Side Mirror | Not confirmed | Power Adjustable |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | Not confirmed | No |
| Sonar | Not confirmed | Front & Rear |
| Source Model Column | Not confirmed | i20 |
| Sport Plus Mode | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Sports Bar | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Steering Column Adjustment | Not confirmed | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Sub Frame | Not confirmed | Monocoque |
| Tailgate Damper | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Tow Bar Type | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| TPMS | Standard | Yes |
| Trim Level | Not confirmed | fluid |
| Vanity Mirror Illuminated | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Variant Role | Not confirmed | Mid-to-high value derivative |
| Vdc | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Vehicle To Grid | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Vehicle To Load | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Walk Away Lock | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Spec | Camry | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch Touchscreen | 10.25-inch Touchscreen |
| Apple CarPlay | Wireless | Yes |
| Android Auto | Wireless | Yes |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Standard | Yes |
| Number of Speakers | 10 | 8 Bose Premium |
| Navigation System | Standard | Yes |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | 12.3-inch Full Digital | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster |
| USB Ports | 3 | 2 USB-A + 1 USB-C |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Wireless | Yes |
| Wireless Android Auto | Wireless | Yes |
| Audio Speakers | 10 | 8 Bose Premium |
| Infotainment Screen | 10.1 | 10.25-inch Touchscreen |
| Touchscreen | 10.1 | 10.25-inch Touchscreen |
| FM Radio | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Voice Recognition | Not confirmed | Yes |
| AUX Input | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 10.1 | 10.25-inch Touchscreen |
| Audio Controls On Steering | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Infotainment Display | Not confirmed | Touchscreen |
| Rear Usb | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Audio | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Audio System | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Display Audio | Not confirmed | 10.25-inch Touchscreen |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | Not confirmed | 2 USB-A + 1 USB-C |
| Multi Information Display | Not confirmed | Analogue + MID |
| Connected Services | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Voice Control | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Smartphone Connectivity | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Radio | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Spec | Camry | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | Full LED | Yes |
| Daytime Running Lamps | LED | LED |
| Fog Lamps | LED | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Not Available | No |
| Alloy Wheel Design | 18-inch Sport Alloy | 17-inch Alloy |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | Not Available | - |
| Body Cladding | Not Available | - |
| Rear Spoiler | Sport Rear Spoiler | Yes |
| Exterior Colour Options | Multiple manufacturer colours | Polar White, Aurora Grey, Phantom Black, Fiery Red |
| DRL | LED | LED |
| Led Headlights | Full LED | Yes |
| Daytime Running Lights | LED | LED |
| Front Fog Lamps | LED | Yes |
| Headlamps | Full LED | Yes |
| Headlight Type | Full LED | Yes |
| Headlights | Full LED | Yes |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Yes | Sunroof |
| Roof Type | Not confirmed | Sunroof |
| Wing Mirror Type | Not confirmed | Power Adjustable |
| Rear Wiper | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Door Handle Finish | Not confirmed | Body Coloured |
| Body Type | Not confirmed | Hatchback |
| Fog Lights | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Front Fog Lights | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Led Taillights | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Auto Headlights | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Automatic Headlamps | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | Not confirmed | Sunroof |
| Exterior Colour Options | Not confirmed | 6 |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | Not confirmed | Body Coloured |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | Not confirmed | Power Adjustable |
| Headlamp Levelling | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Load Bed Liner | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Active Exhaust | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear Spoiler | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Spec | Camry | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | 25 deg | - |
| Departure Angle | 23 deg | - |
| Wading Depth | 500 mm | - |
| Terrain Modes | Normal; Eco; Sport; Off-road | Not Available |
| Locking Differential | Not Applicable | No |
| 4WD System Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Breakover Angle | 20 deg | 20 deg |
| Ground Clearance Max | 140 mm | 195 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | 140 mm | 195 mm |
| Underbody Protection | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | Not confirmed | 20 deg |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Ramp-over Angle | Not confirmed | 20 deg |
| Approach Angle Deg | Not confirmed | - |
| Departure Angle Deg | Not confirmed | - |
| Energy Recovery Display | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Off Road Descent Control | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Off Road Traction Assist | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Crawl Control | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear Skid Plate Guard | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Fuel Tank | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Transfer Case | 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 |
| Terrain Response System | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Underbody Camera | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Wading Depth Mm | Not confirmed | - |
| Spec | Camry | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 235/45 R18 | 205/45 R17 |
| Wheel Type | 18-inch Sport Alloy | 17-inch Alloy |
| Front Brake Type | Ventilated Disc | Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Solid Disc | Disc |
| Spare Wheel Type | Space Saver | Spare Wheel |
| Wheel Rim Size | 18-inch Sport Alloy | 16 |
| Brake Type Front | Ventilated Disc | Disc (Ventilated) |
| Brake Type Rear | Solid Disc | Disc |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Spare Wheel |
| Wheel Diameter | 18-inch Sport Alloy | 16 |
| Handbrake Type | Yes | Manual |
| Wheels | 18-inch Sport Alloy | 17-inch Alloy |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | Not confirmed | 256 mm |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | Not confirmed | 262 mm |
| Parking Brake Type | Not confirmed | Manual |
| Tyre Load Index | Not confirmed | 91 |
| Tyre Speed Rating | Not confirmed | H |
| Tyre Type | Not confirmed | Tubeless Radial |
| Auto Brake Hold | Not confirmed | Manual |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | Not confirmed | No |
| Brakes | Not confirmed | Disc |
| Cornering Brake Control | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Electric Park Brake | Not confirmed | Manual |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Leather Steering Wheel | Not confirmed | Leather |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | Not confirmed | Spare Wheel |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Trim | Not confirmed | Leather |
| Tyre Pressure Display | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Standard | Yes |
| Wheel Material | 18-inch Sport Alloy | 17-inch Alloy |
| Wheel Size Type | Not confirmed | 16 |
| Spec | Camry | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Service Interval | 15,000 km or 1 Year | 15000 km / 12 months |
| Approx Service Cost | Approx R7,500 | - |
| Battery Warranty | 8 Years / 160,000 km | 4 |
| Maintenance Plan | Optional | 3 Years / 45000 km |
| Service Plan | Yes | 3 Years / 45000 km |
| Service Intervals | 15,000 km or 1 Year | 15000 km / 12 months |
| Engine Oil Capacity | Not confirmed | 3.6 l |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | Not confirmed | 15000 |
| First Service At | Not confirmed | 15000 |
| Service Plan Duration | Yes | 3 Years / 45000 km |
| Service Plan Distance | Yes | 3 Years / 45000 km |
| Alternator | Not confirmed | 120A |
| Accessory Battery Type | Not confirmed | Lead-acid |
| Spec | Camry | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty Years | 3 | 5 |
| Warranty Kilometers | 3 | 5 |
| Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | 5 Years |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | 6 Years | 5 Years |
| Basic Warranty | 3 | 5 |
| Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | 5 Years |
| Warranty | 3 | 5 |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | 5 Years |
| Spec | Camry | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 93 g/km | 110 g/km |
| Start Stop System | Standard | No |
| Hybrid System Type | Full Parallel Hybrid | Not Available |
| Noise Level | 64 dB | - |
| Variable Valve Timing | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | Not confirmed | Unleaded 95 |
| Particulate Filter | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Euro Emission Standard | Not confirmed | Euro 6 |
| Idle CO2 Output | Not confirmed | 110 |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | Not confirmed | Yes |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | Not confirmed | 110 |
| Spec | Camry | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | 14 l/100km | - |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | 18 l/100km | - |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | 18 l/100km | - |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | 22 l/100km | - |
| Owner Review Count | 19 | - |
| Spec | Camry | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Private and family | Fluid |
| Price Zar | 749900 ZAR | 328900 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Historical listed price | Current listed price |
| Starting Price | 749900 | 328900 |
| Starting Price Zar | 749900 | 328900 |
In depth: how these cars differ
This Camry and i20 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: Camry 59 vs i20 37.
Efficiency index: Camry 79 vs i20 59.
Safety-equipment index: Camry 98 vs i20 84.
Practicality index: Camry 61 vs i20 61.
Ownership-cover index: Camry 43 vs i20 65.
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
Camry leads by 8 points
Camry has a modest catalogue-index lead, while i20 remains close.
Evidence leader
69
/100
Lead
8
points
Data
91%
source coverage
69
#1
Evidence leader
Camry
91% source coverage
2 strong categories
Best at
Safety 98
Check
Ownership 43
Performance
59
Efficiency
79
Safety
98
Practicality
61
Ownership
43
Leads by 8 points
61
#2
i20
93% source coverage
1 strong categories
Best at
Safety 84
Check
Performance 37
Performance
37
Efficiency
59
Safety
84
Practicality
61
Ownership
65
Performance 24%
Safety 22%
Practicality 22%
Efficiency 17%
Ownership 15%
Category leaders
What moves the verdict
Performance
Camry +22
Efficiency
Camry +20
Safety
Camry +14
Practicality
Level
Ownership
i20 +22
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Camry
Performance
59/100
Efficiency
79/100
Safety
98/100
Practicality
61/100
Ownership
43/100
i20
Performance
37/100
Efficiency
59/100
Safety
84/100
Practicality
61/100
Ownership
65/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
Toyota Camry
leads the specification evidence index with 69 pts
vs 61 pts for i20
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Camry leads. However, i20 may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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Camry vs i20 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.