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.
Includes a historical vehicle
Current, upcoming and historical vehicles can be compared side by side. Historical records keep their verified specifications, while price labels show last-listed context rather than current new-car availability.
ORA 5 has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Creta remains close.
Recorded price context
Creta:
last listed from
ZAR 407,900
·
ORA 5:
current from
ZAR 364,900
Five key differences
Exact selected derivatives
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Specification
Creta
ORA 5
Maximum Power
Creta85 kW @ 6300 rpm
ORA 5150 kW
Maximum Torque
Creta144 Nm @ 4500 rpm
ORA 5260 Nm
Engine Size
Creta1497 cc
ORA 5Not Applicable
Combined Fuel Economy
Creta16.8 km/l
ORA 5Not Applicable
Ground Clearance
Creta200 mm
ORA 5175 mm
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Independent editorial assessment
Hagalu editorial ratings
When a variant is selected, its rating out of five applies only to that exact derivative; a model-range review is not inherited. Editorial ratings are separate from the Specification Evidence Index out of 100 and are not customer ratings.
Hyundai Creta
1.5 IVT Fluid
Hagalu editorial ratingNot yet rated
No complete editorial rating is published for this exact variant. This is not a zero score.
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)
Creta
Strengths
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower fuel efficiency
Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:Published Practicality
Specification evidence leader
ORA 5
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished Efficiency
Which One's Right for You?
Creta
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
ORA 5
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
Creta
ORA 5
Model Introduced Year
2016
2026
Generation
Second generation Creta built on Hyundai's i-GMP platform; the SA model is a popular variant shared with several emerging markets
First-generation ORA 5; South African launch specification
Facelift History
Second generation arrived in SA in 2021 with significant upgrades to interior quality, safety tech, and engine options; notably improved over the first-gen car
No facelift; first South African model year
Facelift Launched Since
2021
Not Applicable
Body Style
SUV
Compact SUV
Production Status
discontinued
On sale
Segment
SUV
Compact SUV
Tare Mass Kg
1365 kg
-
Vehicle Type
SUV
Passenger vehicle
Facelift Version Ending
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Model Year
Not confirmed
2026
Spec
Creta
ORA 5
Length
4330 mm
4471 mm
Width
1790 mm
1833 mm
Height
1635 mm
1641 mm
Wheelbase
2610 mm
2720 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
200 mm
175 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
Not Officially Disclosed
115 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
50 l
0 l
Boot/Cargo Space
433 l
228 l
Kerb Weight
1365 kg
1555 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
1860 kg
1970 kg
Payload Capacity
495 kg
415 kg
Towing Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
2000 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
2 rows
Doors
5 doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
5.3 m
5.6 m
Front Headroom
Not Officially Disclosed
1000 mm
Rear Headroom
Not Officially Disclosed
960 mm
Front Legroom
Not Officially Disclosed
1050 mm
Rear Legroom
Not Officially Disclosed
900 mm
Spec
Creta
ORA 5
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Climate Control
Dual Zone Auto Climate
Automatic
Power Windows
All
Four-door one-touch
Keyless Entry
Yes
Driver door
Push Button Start
Yes
Yes
Wireless Charging
Yes
50 W
Sunroof
Electric Panoramic Sunroof
Panoramic glass roof
Electric Tailgate
Not Officially Disclosed
Yes
Rain Sensing Wipers
No
Automatic front wiper
Auto Dimming Mirror
No
-
Boot Space Seats Folded
1396 l
-
Boot Space Seats Folded
1396 l
-
Rear Window Defroster
Yes
-
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Yes
-
12V Accessory Socket
12V
-
AC Type
Dual Zone Auto Climate
Automatic
Boot Opener
Inside
-
Climate Zones
1
-
Door Ajar Warning
Yes
-
Electric Folding Mirrors
Yes
Yes
Engine Check Warning
Yes
-
Engine Start Stop
Yes
Yes
Engine Start Stop Button
Yes
Yes
Front Armrest
Yes
-
Front Power Outlet
Yes
-
Fuel Lid Opener
Inside
-
Headlamp Height Adjust
Manual
-
Headlamp Washer
No
-
Panoramic Roof
Electric Panoramic Sunroof
Panoramic glass roof
Power Mirrors
Yes
Yes
Push Button Start
Yes
Yes
Rear Reading Lamps
Yes
-
Service Reminder
Yes
-
Spare Wheel
Steel
Temporary T135/90 D17
Tachometer
Yes
-
Telescopic Steering
No
-
Tilt Steering
Yes
-
Trip Computer
Yes
-
Vanity Mirror
Yes
-
Air Conditioning
Dual Zone Auto Climate
Automatic
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rim Size
17
18-inch alloy
Sound System
8
6
Unlocking
Yes
Driver door
Wireless Charger
Yes
50 W
Heated Mirrors
Not confirmed
Yes
Rear Air Vents
Not confirmed
Yes
Rear Shelf Board
Not confirmed
Yes
Heat-pump Air Conditioning
Not confirmed
Yes
Spec
Creta
ORA 5
Engine
1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol
Battery-electric powertrain
Engine Code
G4FJ
Not Applicable
Fuel Type
Petrol
Electric
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1497 cc
Not Applicable
Cylinders
4
Not Applicable
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Not Applicable
Valves
16
Not Applicable
Valves per Cylinder
4
Not Applicable
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Not Applicable
Fuel System
Multi-Point Injection
Not Applicable
Compression Ratio
10.0:1
Not Applicable
Bore
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Stroke
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Maximum Power
85 kW @ 6300 rpm
150 kW
Maximum Torque
144 Nm @ 4500 rpm
260 Nm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Type
FWD
Not Officially Disclosed
Transmission
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Top Speed
175 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
0-100 km/h
11.5 sec
Not Officially Disclosed
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Eco, Normal
Eco, Well Being, Standard, Sport
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Power-to-Weight Ratio
62.3 kW/tonne
Not Officially Disclosed
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
105.5 Nm/tonne
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
58.33 kWh
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Type
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Electric Range
Not Applicable
520 km (NEDC)
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
Creta
ORA 5
Engine Position
Front
-
Gearbox
IVT Intelligent Variable Transmission
Automatic
Drivetrain Layout
FWD
FWD
LSD Available
No
No
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Open differential with electronic traction control
Paddle Shifters
No
Yes
Final Drive Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
3.73
Number of Gears
7
1
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Clutch Type
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Electronic automatic gear selector
Gear Shift Type
Not Officially Disclosed
Electronic column shifter
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 Officially Disclosed
Yes
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Open differential with electronic traction control
Gearbox Type
Automatic
Automatic
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
FWD
Front driven axle
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Open differential with electronic traction control
Transmission Speeds
7
1
Spec
Creta
ORA 5
Claimed Mileage
16.8 km/l
Not Applicable
City Mileage
13.5 km/l
Not Applicable
Highway Mileage
20.0 km/l
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Capacity
50 l
Not Applicable
Emission Standard
Euro 6
Zero tailpipe emissions
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Distance To Empty
Yes
-
Low Fuel Warning
Yes
-
Real-world Mileage
16.8 km/l
Not Applicable
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
CCS2 DC fast charging | Type 2 AC charging
Charging Type
Not Applicable
CCS2 DC fast charging | Type 2 AC charging
Fuel Tank Litres
50
Not Applicable
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
520 km NEDC
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
16.5
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
420 km
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
420 km
Spec
Creta
ORA 5
Airbags
6
6
ABS
Yes
Yes
Electronic Stability Control
Yes
Yes
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
No
Hill Start Assist
Yes
Yes
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Manual
ISOFIX Mounts
Yes
Yes
Brake Assist
Yes
Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Yes
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
Yes
No
Central Locking
Yes
-
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Yes
Front-row reminder
Speed Alert System
Yes
-
Front Parking Sensors
Not Officially Disclosed
No
Safety Rating
Not Rated (SA)
-
AEB
No
Yes
BA
Yes
Yes
Brake Override System
Not Officially Disclosed
Yes
Curtain Airbags
Yes
Yes
Driver Airbag
Yes
Yes
EBD
Yes
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
Yes
No
Hill Hold
Yes
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Yes
Alert and braking
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Yes
Yes
Seatbelt Reminder
Not Officially Disclosed
Front row
Side Airbags
Yes
Yes
Stability Control
Yes
Yes
TCS
Yes
Yes
Knee Airbag
Not Officially Disclosed
Yes
ABS EBD
Yes
Yes
Integrated Brake Control
Not confirmed
Yes
Spec
Creta
ORA 5
Cruise Control
Yes
Adaptive
Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
Yes
Lane Keep Assist
Yes
Yes
Lane Departure Warning
Yes
Yes
Blind Spot Monitoring
Yes
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Yes
Alert and braking
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Rear
Rear View Camera
Yes
360-degree panoramic view
360 Degree Camera
Not Officially Disclosed
Yes
Autonomous Emergency Braking
No
Yes
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Officially Disclosed
Yes
Traffic Sign Recognition
No
Yes
Auto Highbeam
Not Officially Disclosed
Yes
Auto Lights
Yes
-
Auto Wipers
No
Yes
Eco Mode
Yes
-
EV Mode
No
-
Rear Parking Sensors
Not Officially Disclosed
Yes
Reverse Camera
Yes
360-degree panoramic view
Sport Mode
No
-
Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
Yes
Park Assist
Not Officially Disclosed
Yes
Around View Monitor
Not Officially Disclosed
Yes
Blind Spot Warning
Yes
Yes
Forward Collision Warning
Not Officially Disclosed
Yes
Auto Hold
Not confirmed
Yes
Steering Modes
Not confirmed
Light, Comfort, Sport
Spec
Creta
ORA 5
Seat Material
Leather-Look
Synthetic leather
Seat Adjustment
Power Driver
-
Heated Seats
Front
Front
Ventilated Seats
No
Front seat and backrest
Steering Type
Electric
-
Steering Adjustment
Tilt & Telescopic
-
Ambient Lighting
Yes
Multi-colour rhythmic
Folding Rear Seats
60/40 Split
-
Front Armrest
Yes
-
Rear Armrest
No
-
Cup Holders
4
-
Rear AC Vents
Yes
-
Steering Wheel Material
Leather
Microfibre leather
Instrument Cluster Type
Analogue + MID
-
Interior Colour Options
Black
-
Door Map Pockets
Yes
-
60 40 Split Seat
Yes
Yes
Adjustable Driver Seat
Manual
-
Adjustable Front Seat
Manual
-
Cooled Seats
No
-
Driver Seat Adjustment
Not Officially Disclosed
6-way electric
Fabric Seats
Yes
-
Front Headrest
Yes
-
Leather Seats
No
-
Memory Seats
No
-
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Not Officially Disclosed
4-way electric
Rear Headrest
Yes
-
Seat Trim
Not Officially Disclosed
Grey synthetic leather
Driver Seat Memory
Not confirmed
Yes
Spec
Creta
ORA 5
Infotainment System
10.25-inch Touchscreen
14.6-inch touchscreen with voice control
Apple CarPlay
Yes
Wireless
Android Auto
Yes
Wireless
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Yes
Number of Speakers
8
6
Navigation System
Yes
-
Digital Instrument Cluster
10.25-inch Digital Cluster
10.25-inch
USB Ports
2 USB-A + 1 USB-C
3 (front Type-A and Type-C; rear Type-C)
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Yes
Wireless
Wireless Android Auto
Yes
Wireless
FM Radio
Yes
-
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Yes
-
Voice Recognition
Yes
-
AUX Input
Yes
-
Infotainment Screen Size
10.25 inch
14.6-inch
Audio Controls On Steering
Yes
-
Infotainment Display
Touchscreen
-
Rear Usb
Yes
-
Audio Speakers
8
6
Infotainment Screen
10.25 inch
14.6-inch
Touchscreen
10.25 inch
14.6-inch
Voice Control
Not confirmed
Yes
Spec
Creta
ORA 5
LED Headlamps
Full LED
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
LED
LED
Fog Lamps
LED
Rear LED
Roof Rails
Yes
Yes
Alloy Wheel Design
17-inch Diamond-Cut Alloy
-
Rear Spoiler
Yes
-
Exterior Colour Options
Atlas White, Titan Grey, Phantom Black, Fiery Red, Galaxy Blue
Emerald Green, Matte Grey, Ayers Grey, Hamilton White, Sterling Silver, Night Black, Brilliant Rose with a black roof, and Lake Blue with a black roof
Wing Mirror Type
Power Adjustable
-
Rear Wiper
Yes
Yes
Door Handle Finish
Body Coloured
-
Body Type
SUV
-
DRL
LED
LED
Fog Lights
Yes
-
Front Fog Lights
Yes
-
Led Headlights
Full LED
Yes
Led Taillights
Yes
-
Daytime Running Lights
LED
LED
Exterior Mirror Electric
Yes
Yes
Front Fog Lamps
LED
Rear LED
Headlamps
Full LED
Yes
Headlight Type
Full LED
Yes
Headlights
Full LED
Yes
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Officially Disclosed
Yes
Rear Fog Lights
Not confirmed
LED
LED Tail Lamps
Not confirmed
Yes
Spec
Creta
ORA 5
Approach Angle
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Departure Angle
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Wading Depth
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Terrain Modes
Not Available
Normal | Eco | Sport
Locking Differential
No
Open differential with electronic traction control
Ramp Breakover Angle
20 deg
-
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
No
Breakover Angle
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Ground Clearance Max
200 mm
-
Ground Clearance Min
200 mm
-
Spec
Creta
ORA 5
Tyre Size
215/60 R17
225/60 R18
Wheel Type
17-inch Diamond-Cut Alloy
-
Front Brake Type
Disc
Ventilated disc
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Disc
Spare Wheel Type
Steel
Temporary T135/90 D17
Parking Brake Type
Manual
-
Tyre Load Index
91
-
Tyre Speed Rating
H
-
Wheel Rim Size
17
18-inch alloy
Brake Type Front
Disc (Ventilated)
-
Brake Type Rear
Disc
-
Spare Tyre
Steel
Temporary T135/90 D17
Tyre Type
Tubeless Radial
-
Wheel Diameter
17
18-inch alloy
Handbrake Type
Not Officially Disclosed
Electronic parking brake
Wheels
17-inch Diamond-Cut Alloy
-
Spec
Creta
ORA 5
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
MacPherson independent
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Multi-link independent
Chassis Type
Monocoque
-
Power Steering
Electric
-
Steering Column
Tilt
-
Front Spring Type
Coil
-
Rear Spring Type
Coil
-
Front Suspension Type
MacPherson Strut
MacPherson independent
Rear Suspension Type
Multi-Link
Multi-link independent
Electric Power Steering
Not confirmed
Yes
Spec
Creta
ORA 5
Service Interval
15000 km / 12 months
12 months / 15,000 km
Maintenance Plan
3 Years / 45000 km
-
First Service At
15000
-
Service Plan Duration
4
7 years / 75,000 km; 12 months / 15,000 km intervals
Service Plan Distance
4
7 years / 75,000 km; 12 months / 15,000 km intervals
Alternator
120A
-
Service Plan
4
7 years / 75,000 km; 12 months / 15,000 km intervals
Service Intervals
15000 km / 12 months
-
Accessory Battery Type
Lead-acid
-
Spec
Creta
ORA 5
Warranty Years
5
7 years / 200,000 km
Warranty Kilometers
5
7 years / 200,000 km
Roadside Assistance
5 Years
7 years / unlimited km
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
5 Years
-
Basic Warranty
5
7 years / 200,000 km
Roadside Assistance
5 Years
7 years / unlimited km
Warranty
5
7 years / 200,000 km
High-voltage Battery Warranty
Not confirmed
8 years / 150,000 km
Spec
Creta
ORA 5
CO2 Emissions
133 g/km
0 g/km tailpipe
Start Stop System
No
-
Variable Valve Timing
Yes
-
Fuel Octane Requirement
Unleaded 95
Not Applicable
Euro Emission Standard
Euro 6
-
Fuel Evaporation Control
Yes
-
Spec
Creta
ORA 5
Ownership Role
Private and family
A home-charging buyer who wants the ORA 5 electric powertrain and every locally listed comfort, convenience and driver-assistance feature.
Price Zar
456900 ZAR
599900 ZAR
Pricing Role
Historical listed price
the electric flagship and highest-priced ORA 5
Starting Price
456900
R599,900
Starting Price Zar
456900
599900
In depth: how these cars differ
This Creta and ORA 5 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: Creta 36 vs ORA 5 56.
Efficiency index: Creta 65 vs ORA 5 90.
Safety-equipment index: Creta 84 vs ORA 5 88.
Practicality index: Creta 66 vs ORA 5 54.
Ownership-cover index: Creta 65 vs ORA 5 not separately scored.
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
ORA 5 leads by 9 points
ORA 5 has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Creta remains close.
Performance
ORA 5 +20
Efficiency
ORA 5 +25
Safety
ORA 5 +4
Practicality
Creta +12
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
ORA 5
Performance
56/100
Efficiency
90/100
Safety
88/100
Practicality
54/100
Creta
Performance
36/100
Efficiency
65/100
Safety
84/100
Practicality
66/100
Ownership
65/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexGWM ORA 5
leads the specification evidence index with 71 pts
vs 62 pts for Creta
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, ORA 5 leads. However, Creta may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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