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Honda Civic RS vs Toyota Hiace Ses'fikile: the short answer
Civic RS holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over Hiace Ses'fikile.
Hiace Ses'fikile starts ZAR 175,700 cheaperCivic RS from ZAR 725,000 · Hiace Ses'fikile from ZAR 549,300
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Specification
Civic RS
Hiace Ses'fikile
Maximum Power
Civic RS178 kW
Hiace Ses'fikile75 kW
Maximum Torque
Civic RS240 Nm
Hiace Ses'fikile260 Nm
Engine Size
Civic RS1498 cc
Hiace Ses'fikile2494 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
Civic RS16.1 km/l
Hiace Ses'fikile11 km/l
Ground Clearance
Civic RS134 mm
Hiace Ses'fikile175 mm
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
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Honda Civic RS
1.5T RS CVT
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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Specification evidence leader
Civic RS
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished Efficiency
Hiace Ses'fikile
Strengths
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower fuel efficiency
Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:Published Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
Civic RS
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Hiace Ses'fikile
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
Civic RS
Hiace Ses'fikile
Model Introduced Year
2022
2019
Generation
Based on 11th generation platform
H300 platform – purpose-built SA taxi configuration
Facelift History
Introduced with latest Civic generation
Current generation launched 2019 with improved safety features
Facelift Launched Since
Original current-generation version
2019
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
Sedan
Van
Color Note
White, Black, Silver, Blue, Red, Grey
White
Dealer Stock Note
Top grade in the South Africa lineup
Base grade in the South Africa lineup
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
active
active
Segment
Sedan
Van
Tare Mass Kg
1350 kg
2080 kg
Vehicle Type
Sedan
Van
Spec
Civic RS
Hiace Ses'fikile
Length
4678 mm
5380 mm
Width
1802 mm
1880 mm
Height
1415 mm
2285 mm
Wheelbase
2735 mm
2985 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
134 mm
175 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
134 mm
125 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
47 l
70 l
Boot/Cargo Space
495 l
483 l
Kerb Weight
1350 kg
2080 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
1800 kg
3500 kg
Payload Capacity
430 kg
1420 kg
Towing Capacity
1200 kg
2000 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
16 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
3 rows
Doors
4 doors
4 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
5.5 m
6.5 m
Front Headroom
955 mm
998 mm
Rear Headroom
942 mm
954 mm
Front Legroom
1074 mm
1045 mm
Rear Legroom
950 mm
890 mm
Spec
Civic RS
Hiace Ses'fikile
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Leaf Spring
Chassis Type
Monocoque
-
Power Steering
Electric Power Steering
Hydraulic
Steering Column
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt
Front Spring Type
MacPherson Strut
MacPherson Strut
Rear Spring Type
Multi-Link
Leaf Spring
Chassis Material
Monocoque
-
Front Suspension Type
MacPherson Strut
MacPherson Strut
Rear Axle Type
Multi-Link
Leaf Spring
Rear Suspension Type
Multi-Link
Leaf Spring
Suspension
MacPherson Strut
MacPherson Strut
Front Anti-Roll Bar
-
Front
MagneRide Damping
-
Not Available
Spec
Civic RS
Hiace Ses'fikile
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Climate Control
Dual Zone Climate Control
Manual AC
Power Windows
All Doors Auto
Front Only
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
Not Available
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Not Available
Boot Space Seats Folded
495 l
Not Applicable
AC Type
Dual Zone Climate Control
Manual AC
Climate Zones
Dual Zone Climate Control
Manual AC
Drag Coefficient
0.27
-
Electric Folding Mirrors
All Doors Auto
Front Only
Engine Start Button Illumination
Standard
Not Available
Engine Start Stop
Standard
Not Available
Engine Start Stop Button
Standard
Not Available
Engine Warranty
24 Months
5 Years / 150,000 km
Exhaust Type
Dual Chrome Exhaust
-
Fuel Consumption Combined
6.2
9.1
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Not Available
Intercooler
Standard
-
Panoramic Roof
Electric Sunroof
Not Available
Power Mirrors
All Doors Auto
Front Only
Push Button Start
Standard
Not Available
Rear Seat Split
60:40
Standard
Ride Mode Selection
Standard
-
Seat Type
Sport Seats
Fabric
Skid Plates
Not Available
-
Steering Mounted Controls
Audio and Cruise
-
Tail Lamps
LED
-
Telescopic Steering
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt
Tilt Steering
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt
Voice Command
Standard
Not Available
Voice Command Support
Built-in
Not Available
Accelerator 0 100
8.5 sec
18.0 sec
Air Conditioning
Dual Zone Climate Control
Manual AC
Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
Not Available
Bed Extender
Not Available
Not Available
Canopy Fitment
Not Available
Not Available
Common Rail Injection
Direct Injection
Common Rail Direct Injection
Diff Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Difflock
Not Available
Not Available
Front Diff Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Intelligent Battery System
Not Available
Not Available
Intelligent Keyless Entry
Smart Key
Not Available
Lift Gate
Not Available
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
Manual AC
Mirror
All Doors Auto
Front Only
One Pedal Driving
Not Available
Not Available
Passive Entry Start
Smart Key
Not Available
Powered Tailgate
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Air Conditioning
Standard
-
Rear Diff Lock
Not Available
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
Standard
Rim Size
18-inch Alloy
Not Available
Sonar
Front and Rear
Not Available
Sound System
12 Bose
2
Source Model Column
civic-rs
hiace-sesfike
Sports Bar
Not Available
Not Available
Steering Column Adjustment
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt
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
base
Unlocking
Smart Key
Not Available
Variant Role
Core range derivative
Entry or fleet-access derivative
Vdc
Standard
Standard
Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
Not Available
Vehicle To Load
Not Available
Not Available
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
Smart Key
Not Available
Walk Away Lock
Smart Key
Not Available
Wireless Charger
Standard
Not Available
Adaptive Dampers
-
Not Available
Front Armrest
-
Not Available
Performance Data Logger
-
Not Available
Rear Wing
-
Not Available
Rev Matching
-
Not Available
Spare Wheel
Not Available
Full-Size
Stabilizer Bar
-
Front
Centre Console
-
Not Available
Digital Speedometer
-
Not Available
Roof Rack Compatibility
-
Not Available
Sport Plus Mode
-
Not Available
Stabilizer Bar Front
-
Front
Spec
Civic RS
Hiace Ses'fikile
Engine
1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol
2.5-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
2494 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
75 kW
Maximum Torque
240 Nm
260 Nm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Drive Type
FWD
RWD
Transmission
CVT
5-Speed Manual
Top Speed
210 km/h
150 km/h
0-100 km/h
8.5 sec
18.0 sec
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
15.5 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
36.1 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
177.8 Nm/tonne
125 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Battery Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Electric Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
Civic RS
Hiace Ses'fikile
Gearbox
CVT Automatic
5-Speed Manual
Drivetrain Layout
Front Wheel Drive
FR
LSD Available
Not Applicable
No
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
No
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
Not Applicable
5
Transmission Type
Continuously Variable Transmission
Manual
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Type
Paddle Shifters
5-Speed Manual
Drivetrain
4x2
RWD
4WD Engagement
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Applicable
No
Differential Type Front
Not Available
Not Available
Differential Type Rear
Not Available
Not Available
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
CVT Automatic
5-Speed Manual
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
4x2
RWD
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transfer Case Guard
Not Available
Not Available
Transmission Speeds
Not Applicable
5
Spec
Civic RS
Hiace Ses'fikile
Claimed Mileage
16.1 km/l
11 km/l
City Mileage
12 km/l
9.5 km/l
Highway Mileage
16 km/l
11.5 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
47 l
70 l
Emission Standard
Euro 6
Euro 4
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Standard
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
16.1 km/l
11 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
47
70
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
Hiace Ses'fikile
Airbags
6
2
ABS
Standard
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Not Available
Child Safety Lock
Standard
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
Not Available
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Standard
Alarm System
Standard
Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Not Available
Not Available
Front Parking Sensors
Front and Rear
Not Available
AEB
Standard
Not Available
BA
Standard
Standard
Brake Override System
Not Available
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Not Available
Not Available
Driver Airbag
6
2
EBD
Standard
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Standard
Hill Hold
Standard
Not Available
Passenger Airbag
6
2
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Not Available
Not Available
Seatbelt Reminder
Not Available
Not Available
Side Airbags
Not Available
Not Available
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
TCS
Standard
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
Standard
Not Available
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Not Available
ABS EBD
Standard
Standard
Anti Theft Alarm
Standard
Standard
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
6
2
Driver Passenger Airbags
6
2
ESC With Traction Control
Standard
Standard
Central Locking
-
Standard
Spec
Civic RS
Hiace Ses'fikile
Cruise Control
Adaptive
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Standard
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Standard
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Not Available
Parking Sensors
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
Not Available
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
Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Parking Distance Sensors
Front and Rear
Not Available
Parking Sensor
Front and Rear
Not Available
Pre-Collision System
Standard
Not Available
Rear View Camera
Standard
Not Available
Reverse Camera Type
Standard
Not Available
Reversing Camera
Standard
Not Available
Surround View Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Rain Sensor Wipers
-
Not Available
Spec
Civic RS
Hiace Ses'fikile
Seat Material
Leather
Fabric
Seat Adjustment
Driver Electric
Manual
Heated Seats
Front
Not Applicable
Ventilated Seats
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Steering Type
Electric Power Steering
Hydraulic
Steering Adjustment
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt
Ambient Lighting
Multi-color
Not Applicable
Folding Rear Seats
60:40
Standard
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
1
60 40 Split Seat
60:40
Standard
Adjustable Driver Seat
Driver Electric
Manual
Driver Seat Adjustment
Driver Electric
Manual
Fabric Seats
Leather
Fabric
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Driver Electric
Manual
Driver Seat
Driver Electric
Manual
Interior Courtesy Lamps
Premium sporty interior
High-capacity 16-seat configuration, basic but durable interior for high daily use
Leather Accented Seat Trim
Leather
Fabric
Interior Colours
6
1
Seat Fold Type
60:40
Standard
Seat Trim
Leather
Fabric
Front Armrest
-
Not Available
Rear USB Ports
-
1
Instrument Cluster Type
-
Not Available
Armrest Front
-
Not Available
Spec
Civic RS
Hiace Ses'fikile
Infotainment System
10.2-inch Touchscreen
6.8-inch Touchscreen
Apple CarPlay
Wireless
Not Available
Android Auto
Wireless
Not Available
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Standard
Number of Speakers
12 Bose
2
Navigation System
Built-in
Not Available
Digital Instrument Cluster
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
USB Ports
Not Available
1
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless
Not Available
Wireless Android Auto
Wireless
Not Available
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Audio and Cruise
-
Voice Recognition
Standard
Not Available
Infotainment Screen Size
10.2-inch Touchscreen
6.8-inch Touchscreen
Audio Controls On Steering
Audio and Cruise
-
Infotainment Display
10.2-inch Touchscreen
6.8-inch Touchscreen
Audio Speakers
12 Bose
2
Audio System
12 Bose
2
Display Audio
10.2-inch Touchscreen
6.8-inch Touchscreen
Infotainment Screen
10.2-inch Touchscreen
6.8-inch Touchscreen
Connected Services
Standard
Standard
Voice Control
Standard
Not Available
Smartphone Connectivity
Wireless
Not Available
Touchscreen
10.2-inch Touchscreen
6.8-inch Touchscreen
Rear Usb
-
1
Front Rear USB Charge Ports
-
1
Multi Information Display
-
Not Available
Spec
Civic RS
Hiace Ses'fikile
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
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
6
1
Roof Type
Electric Sunroof
Not Available
Body Type
Sedan
Van
DRL
LED
Not Available
Fog Lights
LED
Not Available
Front Fog Lights
LED
Not Available
Led Headlights
LED Projector
Not Available
Led Taillights
LED
-
Auto Headlights
LED Projector
Not Available
Automatic Headlamps
LED Projector
Not Available
Daytime Running Lights
LED
Not Available
Electric Blind Sunroof
Electric Sunroof
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
6
1
Exterior Mirror Electric
All Doors Auto
Front Only
Front Fog Lamps
LED
Not Available
Headlamp Levelling
LED Projector
Not Available
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
Chrome Exterior Finish
-
Not Available
Rear Spoiler
-
Not Available
Active Exhaust
-
Not Available
Rear Spoiler
-
Not Available
Spec
Civic RS
Hiace Ses'fikile
Approach Angle
-
Not Available
Departure Angle
-
Not Available
Wading Depth
-
Not Available
Terrain Modes
Not Available
Not Available
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Underbody Protection
Not Available
-
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
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
Not Available
Ground Clearance Max
134 mm
175 mm
Ground Clearance Min
134 mm
175 mm
Off Road Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
Off Road Traction Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Crawl Control
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
Not Available
Skid Plates Fuel Tank
Not Available
Not Available
Skid Plates Transfer Case
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Mode Mud
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Mode Normal
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Mode Rock
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Mode Sand
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Mode Snow
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Response System
Not Available
Not Available
Underbody Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Wading Depth Mm
-
-
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
Spec
Civic RS
Hiace Ses'fikile
Tyre Size
235/40 R18
195/75 R16C
Wheel Type
18-inch Alloy
Not Available
Front Brake Type
Ventilated Disc
Disc
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Drum
Spare Wheel Type
Not Available
Full-Size
Wheel Rim Size
18-inch Alloy
Not Available
Brake Type Front
Ventilated Disc
Disc
Brake Type Rear
Disc
Drum
Tyre Type
235/40 R18
195/75 R16C
Wheel Diameter
18-inch Alloy
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Brake
Standard
Not Available
Brakes
Ventilated Disc
Disc
Cornering Brake Control
Standard
Standard
Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
Not Available
Handbrake Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Hydraulic Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Audio and Cruise
-
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
Adaptive
Not Available
Steering Wheel Phone Controls
Audio and Cruise
-
Tyre Pressure Display
Standard
Not Available
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
Standard
Not Available
Wheel Material
18-inch Alloy
Not Available
Wheels
18-inch Alloy
Not Available
Spare Tyre
Not Available
Full-Size
Spare Wheel Size Type
-
Full-Size
Spec
Civic RS
Hiace Ses'fikile
Service Interval
10000 km / 12 months
-
Approx Service Cost
Moderate
-
Battery Warranty
24 Months
5 Years / 150,000 km
Maintenance Plan
24 Months
3 Years / 45,000 km
Engine Oil Change Interval
10000 km / 12 months
-
Service Plan Duration
24 Months
3 Years / 45,000 km
Service Plan Distance
24 Months
3 Years / 45,000 km
Service Plan
24 Months
3 Years / 45,000 km
Service Intervals
10000 km / 12 months
-
Accessory Battery Type
Lead Acid
-
Spec
Civic RS
Hiace Ses'fikile
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
Hiace Ses'fikile
CO2 Emissions
135 g/km
218 g/km
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
Euro 4
Idle CO2 Output
135
218
CO2 Emissions G Km
135
218
Spec
Civic RS
Hiace Ses'fikile
Real-world City Mileage Min
10 l/100km
10 l/100km
Real-world City Mileage Max
12 l/100km
12.5 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Min
14 l/100km
9 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Max
17 l/100km
10.5 l/100km
Owner Review Count
19
8
Spec
Civic RS
Hiace Ses'fikile
Ownership Role
Top
Base
Price Zar
725000 ZAR
549300 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current listed price
Current listed price
Starting Price
725000
549300
Starting Price Zar
725000
549300
In depth: how these cars differ
This Civic RS and Hiace Ses'fikile 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 Hiace Ses'fikile 37.
Efficiency index: Civic RS 63 vs Hiace Ses'fikile 45.
Safety-equipment index: Civic RS 92 vs Hiace Ses'fikile 44.
Practicality index: Civic RS 58 vs Hiace Ses'fikile 80.
Ownership-cover index: Civic RS 43 vs Hiace Ses'fikile 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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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 / 100
Evidence-index readout
Civic RS leads by 15 points
Civic RS holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over Hiace Ses'fikile.
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Civic RS
Performance
63/100
Efficiency
63/100
Safety
92/100
Practicality
58/100
Ownership
43/100
Hiace Ses'fikile
Performance
37/100
Efficiency
45/100
Safety
44/100
Practicality
80/100
Ownership
43/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexHonda Civic RS
leads the specification evidence index with 65 pts
vs 50 pts for Hiace Ses'fikile
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Civic RS leads. However, Hiace Ses'fikile 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.
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