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.
Honda Civic RS vs Toyota Fortuner: the short answer
Fortuner has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Civic RS remains close.
Fortuner starts ZAR 39,100 cheaperCivic RS from ZAR 725,000 · Fortuner from ZAR 685,900
Five key differences
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Specification
Civic RS
Fortuner
Maximum Power
Civic RS178 kW
Fortuner150 kW
Maximum Torque
Civic RS240 Nm
Fortuner500 Nm
Engine Size
Civic RS1498 cc
Fortuner2755 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
Civic RS16.1 km/l
Fortuner13.2 km/l
Ground Clearance
Civic RS134 mm
Fortuner279 mm
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Independent editorial assessment
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Honda Civic RS
1.5T RS CVT
Hagalu editorial ratingNot yet rated
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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)
Civic RS
Strengths
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published Efficiency
Specification evidence leader
Fortuner
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Lower fuel efficiency
Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
Civic RS
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Fortuner
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
Civic RS
Fortuner
Model Introduced Year
2022
2006
Generation
Based on 11th generation platform
Currently sold Fortuner belongs to the second generation with periodic feature and safety upgrades
Facelift History
Introduced with latest Civic generation
Major updates in 2016 (new generation) and feature refreshes in 2021 with improved infotainment, safety tech, and design tweaks
Facelift Launched Since
Original current-generation version
2021
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
Sedan
SUV
Color Note
White, Black, Silver, Blue, Red, Grey
White, Black, Silver, Dark Green, Grey
Dealer Stock Note
Top grade in the South Africa lineup
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Model Year
2026
Current
Production Status
active
active
Segment
Sedan
SUV
Tare Mass Kg
1350 kg
GVM 2735 kg; Toyota SA does not publish tare mass
Vehicle Type
Sedan
SUV
Drivetrain Note
-
Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 2.8 GD-6 4X4 GR-Sport 6AT
Spec
Civic RS
Fortuner
Length
4678 mm
4795 mm
Width
1802 mm
1855 mm
Height
1415 mm
1835 mm
Wheelbase
2735 mm
2745 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
134 mm
279 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
134 mm
170 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
47 l
80 l
Boot/Cargo Space
495 l
541 l
Kerb Weight
1350 kg
1946 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
1800 kg
2735 kg
Payload Capacity
430 kg
493 kg
Towing Capacity
1200 kg
2800 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
7 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
3 rows
Doors
4 doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
5.5 m
5.8 m
Front Headroom
955 mm
1015 mm
Rear Headroom
942 mm
979 mm
Front Legroom
1074 mm
1048 mm
Rear Legroom
950 mm
928 mm
Spec
Civic RS
Fortuner
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
Not Available
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Not Available
Chassis Type
Monocoque
-
Power Steering
Electric Power Steering
-
Steering Column
Tilt and Telescopic
-
Front Spring Type
MacPherson Strut
-
Rear Spring Type
Multi-Link
-
Chassis Material
Monocoque
-
Front Suspension Type
MacPherson Strut
Not Available
Rear Axle Type
Multi-Link
-
Rear Suspension Type
Multi-Link
Not Available
Suspension
MacPherson Strut
-
Spec
Civic RS
Fortuner
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Climate Control
Dual Zone Climate Control
Not Available
Power Windows
All Doors Auto
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Smart Key
Not Available
Push Button Start
Standard
Not Available
Wireless Charging
Standard
Not Available
Sunroof
Electric Sunroof
Not Available
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Not Available
Automatic Headlamps
LED Projector
-
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Not Available
Boot Space Seats Folded
495 l
Not Applicable
AC Type
Dual Zone Climate Control
Not Available
Climate Zones
Dual Zone Climate Control
-
Drag Coefficient
0.27
-
Electric Folding Mirrors
All Doors Auto
-
Engine Start Button Illumination
Standard
-
Engine Start Stop
Standard
Not Available
Engine Start Stop Button
Standard
Not Available
Engine Warranty
24 Months
-
Exhaust Type
Dual Chrome Exhaust
-
Fuel Consumption Combined
6.2
-
Hill Start Assist
Standard
-
Intercooler
Standard
-
Panoramic Roof
Electric Sunroof
Not Available
Power Mirrors
All Doors Auto
-
Push Button Start
Standard
Not Available
Rear Seat Split
60:40
-
Ride Mode Selection
Standard
-
Seat Type
Sport Seats
-
Skid Plates
Not Available
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Steering Mounted Controls
Audio and Cruise
-
Tail Lamps
LED
-
Telescopic Steering
Tilt and Telescopic
-
Tilt Steering
Tilt and Telescopic
-
Voice Command
Standard
-
Voice Command Support
Built-in
-
Accelerator 0 100
8.5 sec
-
Air Conditioning
Dual Zone Climate Control
Not Available
Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
Not Available
Bed Extender
Not Available
Not Available
Canopy Fitment
Not Available
Not Available
Common Rail Injection
Direct Injection
-
Diff Lock
Not Available
-
Difflock
Not Available
-
Front Diff Lock
Not Available
-
Intelligent Battery System
Not Available
Not Available
Intelligent Keyless Entry
Smart Key
-
Lift Gate
Not Available
-
Load Bed Cover
Not Available
Not Available
Load Bed Light
Not Available
Not Available
Load Bed Steps
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Depth Mm
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Loadbox Rope Hooks
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Manual Aircon
Dual Zone Climate Control
-
Mirror
All Doors Auto
-
One Pedal Driving
Not Available
Not Available
Passive Entry Start
Smart Key
-
Powered Tailgate
Not Available
-
Rear Air Conditioning
Standard
-
Rear Diff Lock
Not Available
-
Rear Electric Motor
Not Available
Not Available
Rear LED Combination Taillights
LED
-
Regenerative Braking Levels
Not Available
Not Available
Remote Central Locking
Smart Key
-
Rim Size
18-inch Alloy
Not Available
Sonar
Front and Rear
-
Sound System
12 Bose
Not Available
Source Model Column
civic-rs
fortuner
Sports Bar
Not Available
Not Available
Steering Column Adjustment
Tilt and Telescopic
-
Sub Frame
Monocoque
-
Surround View Monitor
Not Available
Not Available
Tailgate Damper
Not Available
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Tow Bar Type
Not Available
Not Available
TPMS
Standard
Not Available
Trim Level
top
flagship
Unlocking
Smart Key
Not Available
Variant Role
Core range derivative
Performance-focused derivative
Vdc
Standard
-
Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
Not Available
Vehicle To Load
Not Available
Not Available
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
Smart Key
-
Walk Away Lock
Smart Key
-
Wireless Charger
Standard
Not Available
Side Steps
-
Standard/available
Side Step
-
Standard/available
Trailer Stability Assist
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Trailer Sway Control
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Spec
Civic RS
Fortuner
Engine
1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol
2.8-litre Turbocharged Diesel
Engine Code
Not Officially Disclosed
Market-specific engine family
Fuel Type
Petrol
Diesel
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1498 cc
2755 cc
Cylinders
4
4
Cylinder Layout
Not Officially Disclosed
Inline
Valves
16
16
Valves per Cylinder
4
4
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Direct Injection
Common-rail direct injection
Compression Ratio
10.3:1
10.5:1
Bore
Not Officially Disclosed
82.0 mm
Stroke
Not Officially Disclosed
94.6 mm
Maximum Power
178 kW
150 kW
Maximum Torque
240 Nm
500 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
4WD
Transmission
CVT
6-Speed Automatic
Top Speed
210 km/h
210 km/h
0-100 km/h
8.5 sec
8.2 sec
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
16.2 sec
Drive Modes
Eco Normal Sport
Eco, Comfort, Sport
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
No
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio
131.9 kW/tonne
100 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
177.8 Nm/tonne
220 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
Civic RS
Fortuner
Gearbox
CVT Automatic
Automatic
Drivetrain Layout
Front Wheel Drive
Ladder frame
LSD Available
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
Not Applicable
6
Transmission Type
Continuously Variable Transmission
Automatic
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Type
Paddle Shifters
Automatic
Drivetrain
4x2
4WD / AWD
4WD Engagement
Not Applicable
Available
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
Available
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Type Front
Not Available
-
Differential Type Rear
Not Available
-
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
CVT Automatic
Automatic
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
Axle Layout
4x2
4x4
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transfer Case Guard
Not Available
-
Transmission Speeds
Not Applicable
6
Drive Mode Selector
-
4WD/off-road drive mode support
Spec
Civic RS
Fortuner
Claimed Mileage
16.1 km/l
13.2 km/l
City Mileage
12 km/l
10.7 km/l
Highway Mileage
16 km/l
15.4 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
47 l
80 l
Emission Standard
Euro 6
Not Applicable
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Standard
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
16.1 km/l
13.2 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
47
80
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
Spec
Civic RS
Fortuner
Airbags
6
Side, curtain, driver, passenger and driver knee airbags
ABS
Standard
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Not Available
Traction Control
Standard
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Not Available
Child Safety Lock
Standard
Not Available
ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
Not Available
Brake Assist
Standard
Not Available
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Standard
Alarm System
Standard
-
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Not Available
Not Available
Front Parking Sensors
Front and Rear
Not Available
AEB
Standard
Not Available
BA
Standard
Not Available
Brake Override System
Not Available
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Not Available
Standard
Driver Airbag
6
Standard
EBD
Standard
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Standard
Hill Hold
Standard
Not Available
Passenger Airbag
6
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Not Available
Not Available
Seatbelt Reminder
Not Available
Not Available
Side Airbags
Not Available
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Not Available
TCS
Standard
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
Standard
-
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Driver knee airbag
ABS EBD
Standard
Standard
Anti Theft Alarm
Standard
-
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
6
-
Driver Passenger Airbags
6
-
ESC With Traction Control
Standard
-
Spec
Civic RS
Fortuner
Cruise Control
Adaptive
Standard
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
Front and Rear
Not Available
Rear View Camera
Standard
Not Available
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Standard
Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Standard
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Lights
LED Projector
-
Auto Wipers
Not Available
Not Available
EV Mode
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors
Front and Rear
Not Available
Reverse Camera
Standard
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Park Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Not Available
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
Standard
Not Available
Emergency Braking
Standard
-
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Parking Distance Sensors
Front and Rear
-
Parking Sensor
Front and Rear
-
Pre-Collision System
Standard
-
Rear View Camera
Standard
-
Reverse Camera Type
Standard
-
Reversing Camera
Standard
-
Surround View Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Spec
Civic RS
Fortuner
Seat Material
Leather
Not Applicable
Seat Adjustment
Driver Electric
-
Heated Seats
Front
Not Applicable
Ventilated Seats
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Steering Type
Electric Power Steering
-
Steering Adjustment
Tilt and Telescopic
-
Ambient Lighting
Multi-color
Not Applicable
Folding Rear Seats
60:40
-
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear AC Vents
Standard
-
Steering Wheel Material
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Interior Colour Options
6
5
60 40 Split Seat
60:40
Not Applicable
Adjustable Driver Seat
Driver Electric
-
Driver Seat Adjustment
Driver Electric
Not Applicable
Fabric Seats
Leather
-
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Driver Electric
Not Applicable
Driver Seat
Driver Electric
-
Interior Courtesy Lamps
Premium sporty interior
Premium dashboard layout, touchscreen infotainment, Android Auto & Apple CarPlay, comfortable seating, climate control
Leather Accented Seat Trim
Leather
-
Interior Colours
6
5
Seat Fold Type
60:40
-
Seat Trim
Leather
Not Applicable
Spec
Civic RS
Fortuner
Infotainment System
10.2-inch Touchscreen
Not Available
Apple CarPlay
Wireless
Not Available
Android Auto
Wireless
Not Available
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Standard
Number of Speakers
12 Bose
Not Available
Navigation System
Built-in
-
Digital Instrument Cluster
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
USB Ports
Not Available
Not Available
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless
Not Available
Wireless Android Auto
Wireless
Not Available
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Audio and Cruise
-
Voice Recognition
Standard
-
Infotainment Screen Size
10.2-inch Touchscreen
Not Available
Audio Controls On Steering
Audio and Cruise
-
Infotainment Display
10.2-inch Touchscreen
-
Audio Speakers
12 Bose
Not Available
Audio System
12 Bose
-
Display Audio
10.2-inch Touchscreen
-
Infotainment Screen
10.2-inch Touchscreen
Not Available
Connected Services
Standard
-
Voice Control
Standard
-
Smartphone Connectivity
Wireless
Bluetooth
Touchscreen
10.2-inch Touchscreen
Not Available
Spec
Civic RS
Fortuner
LED Headlamps
LED Projector
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
LED
Not Available
Fog Lamps
LED
Not Available
Roof Rails
Not Available
Not Available
Alloy Wheel Design
18-inch Alloy
-
Exterior Colour Options
6
5
Roof Type
Electric Sunroof
-
Body Type
Sedan
SUV
DRL
LED
Not Available
Fog Lights
LED
-
Front Fog Lights
LED
-
Led Headlights
LED Projector
Not Available
Led Taillights
LED
-
Auto Headlights
LED Projector
-
Automatic Headlamps
LED Projector
-
Daytime Running Lights
LED
Not Available
Electric Blind Sunroof
Electric Sunroof
-
Exterior Colour Options
6
2
Exterior Mirror Electric
All Doors Auto
-
Front Fog Lamps
LED
Not Available
Headlamp Levelling
LED Projector
-
Headlamps
LED Projector
Not Available
Headlight Type
LED Projector
Not Available
Headlights
LED Projector
Not Available
Load Bed Liner
Not Available
Not Available
Panoramic Sunroof
Electric Sunroof
Not Available
Spec
Civic RS
Fortuner
Approach Angle
-
Not Available
Departure Angle
-
Not Available
Wading Depth
-
Not Available
Terrain Modes
Not Available
4WD/off-road drive mode support
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Underbody Protection
Not Available
Confirmed 4WD derivative
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Four-wheel drive
Approach Angle Deg
-
-
Breakover Angle
Not Available
Not Available
Departure Angle Deg
-
-
Energy Recovery Display
Not Available
Not Available
Front Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
-
Ground Clearance Max
134 mm
279 mm
Ground Clearance Min
134 mm
279 mm
Off Road Descent Control
Not Available
-
Off Road Traction Assist
Not Available
Confirmed 4WD derivative
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
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Terrain Mode Normal
Not Available
-
Terrain Mode Rock
Not Available
-
Terrain Mode Sand
Not Available
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Terrain Mode Snow
Not Available
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Terrain Response System
Not Available
-
Underbody Camera
Not Available
-
Wading Depth Mm
-
-
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Spec
Civic RS
Fortuner
Tyre Size
235/40 R18
Not Available
Wheel Type
18-inch Alloy
-
Front Brake Type
Ventilated Disc
Not Available
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Not Available
Spare Wheel Type
Not Available
Not Available
Wheel Rim Size
18-inch Alloy
Not Available
Brake Type Front
Ventilated Disc
-
Brake Type Rear
Disc
-
Tyre Type
235/40 R18
-
Wheel Diameter
18-inch Alloy
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Brake
Standard
-
Brakes
Ventilated Disc
-
Cornering Brake Control
Standard
-
Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
Not Available
Handbrake Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Hydraulic Brake Assist
Standard
-
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Audio and Cruise
-
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
Adaptive
-
Steering Wheel Phone Controls
Audio and Cruise
-
Tyre Pressure Display
Standard
-
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
Standard
Not Available
Wheel Material
18-inch Alloy
-
Wheels
18-inch Alloy
-
Spec
Civic RS
Fortuner
Service Interval
10000 km / 12 months
-
Approx Service Cost
Moderate
-
Battery Warranty
24 Months
-
Maintenance Plan
24 Months
9 services / 90 000 km
Engine Oil Change Interval
10000 km / 12 months
-
Service Plan Duration
24 Months
9 services / 90 000 km
Service Plan Distance
24 Months
9 services / 90 000 km
Service Plan
24 Months
9 services / 90 000 km
Service Intervals
10000 km / 12 months
-
Accessory Battery Type
Lead Acid
-
Spec
Civic RS
Fortuner
Warranty Years
3
3 years / 100 000 km
Warranty Kilometers
3
3 years / 100 000 km
Roadside Assistance
3 Years
3 Years
Basic Warranty
3
3 years / 100 000 km
Roadside Assistance
3 Years
3 Years
Warranty
3
3 years / 100 000 km
Warranty Roadside Assistance
3 Years
3 Years
Spec
Civic RS
Fortuner
CO2 Emissions
135 g/km
Not Applicable
Start Stop System
Standard
-
Hybrid System Type
Not Applicable
Not Available
Fuel Octane Requirement
Petrol
Diesel
Particulate Filter
Not Available
-
Euro Emission Standard
Euro 6
-
Idle CO2 Output
135
-
CO2 Emissions G Km
135
-
Spec
Civic RS
Fortuner
Real-world City Mileage Min
10 l/100km
-
Real-world City Mileage Max
12 l/100km
-
Real-world Highway Mileage Min
14 l/100km
-
Real-world Highway Mileage Max
17 l/100km
-
Owner Review Count
19
-
Spec
Civic RS
Fortuner
Ownership Role
Top
South Africa market model
Price Zar
725000 ZAR
999000 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current listed price
Current Toyota South Africa lineup
Starting Price
725000
999000
Starting Price Zar
725000
999000
In depth: how these cars differ
This Civic RS and Fortuner 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: Civic RS 63 vs Fortuner 79.
Efficiency index: Civic RS 63 vs Fortuner 56.
Safety-equipment index: Civic RS 92 vs Fortuner 89.
Practicality index: Civic RS 58 vs Fortuner 84.
Ownership-cover index: Civic RS 43 vs Fortuner 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
Fortuner leads by 8 points
Fortuner has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Civic RS remains close.
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Fortuner
Performance
79/100
Efficiency
56/100
Safety
89/100
Practicality
84/100
Ownership
43/100
Civic RS
Performance
63/100
Efficiency
63/100
Safety
92/100
Practicality
58/100
Ownership
43/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexToyota Fortuner
leads the specification evidence index with 73 pts
vs 65 pts for Civic RS
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Fortuner leads. However, Civic RS may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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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.
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