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Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished Efficiency
Dzire
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
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Dzire
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Buyers prioritising the stronger published warranty or service cover
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Spec
Corolla
Dzire
Model Introduced Year
Current local generation year not confirmed
2020
Generation
Current South African Corolla listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
Second generation Dzire on HEARTECT platform — same structural architecture as the fifth-generation Swift, updated with Z12E DualJet engine for improved fuel efficiency and reduced emissions.
Facelift History
Model-year updates can affect trim, wheels, screens, safety equipment and colours. Use the latest South African price list when checking a specific vehicle.
Second-generation Dzire (ZD41S) introduced globally in 2017; engine updated to Z12E DualJet in SA specification for 2024 launch; minor equipment and colour updates in 2026.
Facelift Launched Since
Original current-generation version
2026
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
Sedan
Sedan
Color Note
Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering.
Arctic White Pearl, Grandeur Grey Metallic, Midnight Black Pearl, Burning Red Pearl, Speedy Blue
Dealer Stock Note
Top grade in the South Africa lineup
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
active
active
Segment
Sedan
Sedan
Tare Mass Kg
1405 kg
940 kg
Vehicle Type
Sedan
Sedan
Spec
Corolla
Dzire
Length
4630 mm
3995 mm
Width
1780 mm
1735 mm
Height
1435 mm
1525 mm
Wheelbase
2700 mm
2450 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
130 mm
145 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
125 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Tank Capacity
43 l
37 l
Boot/Cargo Space
470 l
378 l
Kerb Weight
1430 kg
940 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
1845 kg
Not Officially Disclosed
Payload Capacity
440 kg
Not Officially Disclosed
Towing Capacity
1600 kg
Not Officially Disclosed
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
2 rows
Doors
4 doors
4 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
5.6 m
Not Officially Disclosed
Front Headroom
997 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Headroom
948 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Front Legroom
1050 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Legroom
882 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
Corolla
Dzire
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Front Suspension
Not Available
MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Rear Suspension
Not Available
Torsion Beam
MagneRide Damping
Not Available
Not Available
Chassis Type
-
Monocoque (HEARTECT Platform)
Power Steering
-
Electric Power Assisted (EPAS)
Steering Column
-
Tilt Adjustable
Front Spring Type
-
Coil Spring
Rear Spring Type
-
Torsion Beam
Front Anti-Roll Bar
-
Standard
Rear Anti-Roll Bar
-
Standard
Shock Absorber Type
-
Telescopic Gas Dampers
Chassis Material
-
Monocoque (HEARTECT Platform)
Front Suspension Type
Not Available
MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Rear Axle Type
-
Torsion Beam
Rear Suspension Type
Not Available
Torsion Beam
Shock Absorbers
-
Telescopic Gas Dampers
Suspension
-
MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Spec
Corolla
Dzire
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Climate Control
Not Available
Manual Air Conditioning
Power Windows
Not Available
Standard
Keyless Entry
Smart Entry
Standard
Push Button Start
Standard
Standard
Wireless Charging
Standard
15W Wireless Charging
Sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Not Available
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Not Available
Boot Space Seats Folded
470 l
378 l
AC Type
Not Available
Manual Air Conditioning
Adaptive Dampers
Not Available
Not Available
Engine Start Button Illumination
Standard
Standard
Engine Start Stop
Standard
Standard
Engine Start Stop Button
Standard
Standard
Fuel Consumption Combined
25.6
4.6
Performance Data Logger
Not Available
Not Available
Push Button Start
Standard
Standard
Rev Matching
Not Available
Not Available
Skid Plates
Not Available
Not Available
Bed Extender
Not Available
Not Available
Canopy Fitment
Not Available
Not Available
Diff Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Difflock
Not Available
Not Available
Front Diff Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Intelligent Keyless Entry
Smart Entry
Standard
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
Passive Entry Start
Smart Entry
Standard
Rear Diff Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Remote Central Locking
Smart Entry
Standard
Source Model Column
corolla
dzire
Sport Plus Mode
Not Available
Not Available
Sports Bar
Not Available
Not Available
Tailgate Damper
Not Available
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Tow Bar Type
Not Available
Not Available
Trim Level
top
flagship
Unlocking
Smart Entry
Standard
Variant Role
Mid-to-high value derivative
Flagship / premium derivative
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
Smart Entry
Standard
Walk Away Lock
Smart Entry
Standard
Wireless Charger
Standard
15W Wireless Charging
Automatic Headlamps
-
LED Projector Headlights
Climate Zones
-
Manual Air Conditioning
Electric Folding Mirrors
-
Standard
Engine Warranty
-
4 Years
Heads Up Display
-
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
-
Standard
Panoramic Roof
Not Available
Not Available
Power Mirrors
-
Standard
Seat Type
-
Fabric with Leather Trim
Seatbelt Pre Tensioner
-
Standard — Front
Spare Wheel
Not Available
Space Saver Spare Wheel
Stabilizer Bar
-
Standard
Steering Mounted Controls
-
Standard
Tail Lamps
-
LED Tail Lamps
Telescopic Steering
-
Tilt Adjustable
Tilt Steering
-
Tilt Adjustable
Voice Command
-
Google Maps via CarPlay/Android Auto
Voice Command Support
-
Google Maps via CarPlay/Android Auto
Accelerator 0 100
-
13.2 sec
Air Conditioning
Not Available
Manual Air Conditioning
Automatic High Beam
-
Standard
Battery Preconditioning
-
Not Available
Common Rail Injection
-
Multi-Point Fuel Injection (MPFI)
Digital Speedometer
-
Multi-Information Display (MID)
Front Wiper
-
Standard
Front Wipers Type
-
Standard
Intelligent Battery System
-
Not Available
Manual Aircon
-
Manual Air Conditioning
Mirror
-
Standard
One Pedal Driving
-
Not Available
Rear Air Conditioning
-
Not Available
Rear Electric Motor
-
Not Available
Rear LED Combination Taillights
-
LED Tail Lamps
Regenerative Braking Levels
-
Not Available
Rim Size
Not Available
15 Inches
Sound System
Not Available
4
Stabilizer Bar Front
-
Standard
Stabilizer Bar Rear
-
Standard
Steering Column Adjustment
-
Tilt Adjustable
Sub Frame
-
Monocoque (HEARTECT Platform)
Vdc
-
Standard
Vehicle To Grid
-
Not Available
Vehicle To Load
-
Not Available
Spec
Corolla
Dzire
Engine
Turbocharged Petrol
1.2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
Engine Code
Market-specific engine family
Z12E
Fuel Type
Hybrid
Petrol
Hybrid System
Self Charging Hybrid
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1798 cc
1197 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
Direct injection
Multi-Point Injection
Compression Ratio
10.5:1
12.0:1
Bore
82.0 mm
73 mm
Stroke
94.6 mm
95.5 mm
Maximum Power
103 kW
60 kW @ 5700 rpm
Maximum Torque
142 Nm
112 Nm @ 4300 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
CVT
CVT
Top Speed
210 km/h
160 km/h
0-100 km/h
7.8 sec
13.2 sec
Quarter Mile
15.5 sec
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Eco, Comfort, Sport
Not Officially Disclosed
Launch Control
No
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
6500 rpm
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
100 kW/tonne
63.8 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
220 Nm/tonne
119.1 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
Corolla
Dzire
Gearbox
CVT
CVT 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
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
Not Applicable
CVT
Transmission Type
Continuously Variable Transmission
Automatic
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Torque Converter with CVT Belt Drive
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Type
CVT
CVT Automatic
Drivetrain
FWD/
FWD
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
Not Applicable
Differential Type Front
Not Available
Not Available
Differential Type Rear
Not Available
Not Available
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
CVT
CVT Automatic
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
Front-wheel drive
FWD
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transfer Case Guard
Not Available
Not Available
Transmission Speeds
Not Applicable
CVT
Engine Position
-
Transverse Front-Mounted
Spec
Corolla
Dzire
Claimed Mileage
25.6 km/l
21.7 km/l
City Mileage
21 km/l
17.8 km/l
Highway Mileage
29.4 km/l
25 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
43 l
37 l
Emission Standard
Not Applicable
Euro 5
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
25.6 km/l
21.7 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
43 l
37
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
Corolla
Dzire
Airbags
Side, curtain, driver, passenger and driver knee airbags
6
ABS
Standard
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Not Available
Standard
Traction Control
Not Available
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Not Available
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Child-seat support
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Not Available
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Not Available
Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
Not Available
Not Available
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Not Available
Standard — Front
Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
Not Available
AEB
Not Available
Standard — Low Speed AEB
BA
Not Available
Standard
Brake Override System
Not Available
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Standard
Standard
Driver Airbag
Standard
Standard
EBD
Standard
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Not Available
Not Available
Hill Hold
Not Available
Standard
Passenger Airbag
Standard
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Not Available
Standard — Front
Seatbelt Reminder
Not Available
Standard — Front
Side Airbags
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Not Available
Standard
TCS
Not Available
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
Standard
Not Available
Knee Airbag
Driver knee airbag
Not Available
ABS EBD
Standard
Standard
Central Locking
-
Standard
Fatigue Detection
-
Not Available
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
-
6
Driver Passenger Airbags
-
6
ESC With Traction Control
-
Standard
Spec
Corolla
Dzire
Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Standard
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Standard
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Not Available
Not Available
Rear View Camera
Not Available
Rear View Camera
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Available
Standard — Low Speed AEB
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Standard
Auto Wipers
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors
Not Available
Standard
Reverse Camera
Not Available
Rear View Camera
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Not Available
Park Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Not Available
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
Standard
Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Pre-Collision System
Standard
-
Auto Lights
-
Not Available
EV Mode
-
Not Available
Emergency Braking
-
Standard — Low Speed AEB
Front Camera
-
Not Available
Automatic High Beam
-
Standard
Rain Sensor Wipers
-
Not Available
Rear View Camera
-
Rear View Camera
Reverse Camera Type
-
Rear View Camera
Reversing Camera
-
Rear View Camera
Spec
Corolla
Dzire
Seat Material
Not Applicable
Fabric with Leather Trim
Heated Seats
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Ventilated Seats
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Ambient Lighting
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Steering Wheel Material
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Interior Colour Options
3
5
60 40 Split Seat
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Driver Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
Manual 6-way
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
Manual 4-way
Interior Courtesy Lamps
Cabin trim, seating material, screen layout and driver-assistance equipment vary by derivative. Compare the chosen Corolla grade before assuming a feature is included.
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Interior Colours
3
5
Seat Trim
Not Applicable
Fabric with Leather Trim
Seat Adjustment
-
Manual 6-way
Steering Type
-
Electric Power Assisted (EPAS)
Steering Adjustment
-
Tilt Adjustable
Rear AC Vents
-
Not Available
Rear USB Ports
-
1 USB Type-A
Instrument Cluster Type
-
Multi-Information Display (MID)
Adjustable Driver Seat
-
Manual 6-way
Fabric Seats
-
Fabric with Leather Trim
Driver Seat
-
Manual 6-way
Leather Accented Seat Trim
-
Fabric with Leather Trim
Seat Belt Warning
-
Standard — Front
Spec
Corolla
Dzire
Infotainment System
12.3
9-inch Touchscreen
Apple CarPlay
Standard
Wireless Android Auto
Android Auto
Standard
Wireless Android Auto
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Standard
Number of Speakers
Not Available
4
Digital Instrument Cluster
Not Applicable
Multi-Information Display (MID)
USB Ports
Not Available
1 USB Type-A
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Standard
Wireless Android Auto
Wireless Android Auto
Standard
Wireless Android Auto
Infotainment Screen Size
12.3
9-inch Touchscreen
Infotainment Display
12.3
9-inch Touchscreen
Infotainment Screen
12.3
9-inch Touchscreen
Connected Services
Standard
Standard
Smartphone Connectivity
Standard
Wireless Android Auto
Touchscreen
12.3
9-inch Touchscreen
Navigation System
-
Google Maps via CarPlay/Android Auto
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
-
Standard
Voice Recognition
-
Google Maps via CarPlay/Android Auto
Audio Controls On Steering
-
Standard
Rear Usb
-
1 USB Type-A
Audio Speakers
Not Available
4
Audio System
-
4
Display Audio
-
9-inch Touchscreen
Front Rear USB Charge Ports
-
1 USB Type-A
Head Up Display
-
Not Available
Multi Information Display
-
Multi-Information Display (MID)
Voice Control
-
Google Maps via CarPlay/Android Auto
Spec
Corolla
Dzire
LED Headlamps
Not Available
LED Projector Headlights
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
LED DRL
Fog Lamps
Not Available
Not Available
Roof Rails
Not Available
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
3
5
Body Type
Sedan
Sedan
Exterior Colour Options
3
5
Headlights
Not Available
LED Projector Headlights
Load Bed Liner
Not Available
Not Available
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Active Exhaust
Not Available
Not Available
Alloy Wheel Design
-
15-inch Alloy Wheels
Roof Type
-
Not Available
Rear Wiper
-
Standard
DRL
Not Available
LED DRL
Fog Lights
-
Not Available
Front Fog Lights
-
Not Available
Led Headlights
Not Available
LED Projector Headlights
Led Taillights
-
LED Tail Lamps
Rear Fog Lights
-
Not Available
Auto Headlights
-
LED Projector Headlights
Automatic Headlamps
-
LED Projector Headlights
Daytime Running Lights
Not Available
LED DRL
Electric Blind Sunroof
-
Not Available
Exterior Mirror Electric
-
Standard
Front Fog Lamps
Not Available
Not Available
Headlamp Levelling
-
LED Projector Headlights
Headlamps
Not Available
LED Projector Headlights
Headlight Type
Not Available
LED Projector Headlights
Spec
Corolla
Dzire
Approach Angle
-
0 deg
Departure Angle
-
0 deg
Wading Depth
-
0 mm
Terrain Modes
Not Available
Not Available
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Underbody Protection
Not Available
Not Available
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Approach Angle Deg
-
0 deg
Breakover Angle
Not Available
0 deg
Departure Angle Deg
-
0 deg
Front Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
Not Available
Ground Clearance Max
130 mm
145 mm
Ground Clearance Min
130 mm
145 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
-
0 mm
Ramp Breakover Angle
-
0 deg
Recovery Hooks
-
1 Rear Tow Hook
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
Ramp-over Angle
-
0 deg
Energy Recovery Display
-
Not Available
Spec
Corolla
Dzire
Tyre Size
Not Available
185/65 R15
Front Brake Type
Not Available
Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type
Not Available
Drum
Spare Wheel Type
Not Available
Space Saver Spare Wheel
Wheel Rim Size
Not Available
15 Inches
Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
Not Available
Handbrake Type
Not Applicable
Conventional Handbrake
Wheel Type
-
15-inch Alloy Wheels
Front Brake Disc Diameter
-
236 mm
Rear Brake Drum Diameter
-
190 mm
Parking Brake Type
-
Conventional Handbrake
Tyre Load Index
-
84
Tyre Speed Rating
-
H
Brake Type Front
-
Ventilated Disc
Brake Type Rear
-
Drum
Spare Tyre
Not Available
Space Saver Spare Wheel
Tyre Type
-
185/65 R15
Wheel Diameter
Not Available
15 Inches
Auto Brake Hold
-
Conventional Handbrake
Autonomous Emergency Brake
-
Standard — Low Speed AEB
Brakes
-
Ventilated Disc
Cornering Brake Control
-
Standard
Electric Park Brake
-
Conventional Handbrake
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
-
Standard
Hydraulic Brake Assist
-
Standard
Spare Wheel Size Type
-
Space Saver Spare Wheel
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
-
Standard
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
-
Standard
Steering Wheel Phone Controls
-
Standard
Wheel Material
-
15-inch Alloy Wheels
Wheel Size Type
-
15 Inches
Wheels
-
15-inch Alloy Wheels
Spec
Corolla
Dzire
Maintenance Plan
6 services / 90 000 km
Not Included
Service Plan Duration
6 services / 90 000 km
Not Included
Service Plan Distance
6 services / 90 000 km
Not Included
Service Plan
6 services / 90 000 km
Not Included
Service Interval
-
15,000 km or 12 Months
Approx Service Cost
-
Approx R1,800–R2,400 per Service
Battery Warranty
-
12 Months
Engine Oil Capacity
-
2.9 l
Engine Oil Change Interval
-
10,000 km or 6 Months
First Service At
-
1,000 km Inspection
Anti-Rust Treatment
-
Underbody Rust Protection
Service Intervals
-
15,000 km or 12 Months
Spec
Corolla
Dzire
Warranty Years
3 years / 100 000 km
5
Warranty Kilometers
3 years / 100 000 km
5
Roadside Assistance
3 Years
5 Years Roadside Assistance
Basic Warranty
3 years / 100 000 km
5
Roadside Assistance
3 Years
5 Years Roadside Assistance
Warranty
3 years / 100 000 km
5
Warranty Roadside Assistance
3 Years
5 Years Roadside Assistance
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
-
3 Years Anti-Corrosion
Spec
Corolla
Dzire
CO2 Emissions
0 g/km
115 g/km
Hybrid System Type
Hybrid
Not Applicable
Fuel Octane Requirement
Hybrid
93 RON Unleaded
Particulate Filter
Not Available
Gasoline Particulate Filter (GPF)
Idle CO2 Output
0
Within Euro 5 Limits
CO2 Emissions G Km
0
115
Start Stop System
-
Not Available
Noise Level
-
67 dB
Variable Valve Timing
-
Dual VVT on Intake and Exhaust
Euro Emission Standard
-
Euro 5
Green NCAP Rating
-
Not Independently Rated
Fuel Evaporation Control
-
Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP)
Spec
Corolla
Dzire
Ownership Role
Top
Flagship
Price Zar
590200 ZAR
272900 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current listed price
Current listed price
Starting Price
590200
272900
Starting Price Zar
590200
272900
Spec
Corolla
Dzire
Real-world City Mileage Min
-
5.5 l/100km
Real-world City Mileage Max
-
7.0 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Min
-
4.8 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Max
-
5.8 l/100km
Owner Review Count
-
8
In depth: how these cars differ
This Corolla and Dzire 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: Corolla 46 vs Dzire 26.
Efficiency index: Corolla 96 vs Dzire 80.
Safety-equipment index: Corolla 90 vs Dzire 88.
Practicality index: Corolla 59 vs Dzire 60.
Ownership-cover index: Corolla 43 vs Dzire 71.
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
Corolla leads by 4 points
Corolla and Dzire are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Corolla
Performance
46/100
Efficiency
96/100
Safety
90/100
Practicality
59/100
Ownership
43/100
Dzire
Performance
26/100
Efficiency
80/100
Safety
88/100
Practicality
60/100
Ownership
71/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexToyota Corolla
leads the specification evidence index with 67 pts
vs 63 pts for Dzire
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Corolla leads. However, Dzire may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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