Geely E2 vs Toyota Hiace Ses'fikile

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.

Geely E2 in South Africa

Geely E2

Apex Electric Single-Speed Reduction Gear Current
ZAR 389,900 ex-showroom
VS
Toyota Hiace Ses'fikile in South Africa

Toyota Hiace Ses'fikile

2.5D 16-seat MT Diesel 5-Speed Manual Current
ZAR 549,300 ex-showroom
⚡ 75 kW 🔧 260 Nm ⛽ 11 km/l
+ Add a 3rd car

Decision summary

Geely E2 vs Toyota Hiace Ses'fikile: the short answer

Compare the available model information below. Hagalu has withheld a ranked verdict because the selected vehicles do not yet meet the minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold.

E2 starts ZAR 209,400 cheaper E2 from ZAR 339,900 · Hiace Ses'fikile from ZAR 549,300

Five key differences

Exact selected derivatives
Specification E2 Hiace Ses'fikile
Maximum Power E2Not Officially Disclosed Hiace Ses'fikile75 kW
Maximum Torque E2Not Officially Disclosed Hiace Ses'fikile260 Nm
Engine Size E2Not Applicable Hiace Ses'fikile2494 cc
Combined Fuel Economy E2Not Applicable Hiace Ses'fikile11 km/l
Ground Clearance E2161 mm Hiace Ses'fikile175 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.

Geely E2

Apex

Hagalu editorial rating Not yet rated

No complete editorial rating is published for this exact variant. This is not a zero score.

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Toyota Hiace Ses'fikile

2.5D 16-seat MT

Hagalu editorial rating Not yet rated

No complete editorial rating is published for this exact variant. This is not a zero score.

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Full Specs, Side by Side

Spec E2 Hiace Ses'fikile
Model Introduced Year 2026 2019
Generation Current South African model / exact generation number not separately published H300 platform – purpose-built SA taxi configuration
Facelift History No applicable South African facelift history established Current generation launched 2019 with improved safety features
Facelift Launched Since Not Applicable 2019
Facelift Version Ending Not Applicable Current
Body Style Hatchback Van
Model Year 2026 2026
Production Status active active
Segment Passenger vehicle Van
Vehicle Type Hatchback Van
Color Note - White
Dealer Stock Note - Base grade in the South Africa lineup
Tare Mass Kg - 2080 kg
Spec E2 Hiace Ses'fikile
Length 4135 mm 5380 mm
Width 1805 mm 1880 mm
Height 1580 mm 2285 mm
Wheelbase 2650 mm 2985 mm
Ground Clearance (Default) 161 mm 175 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) Not Officially Disclosed 125 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity Not Officially Disclosed 70 l
Boot/Cargo Space 375 l 483 l
Kerb Weight 1300 kg 2080 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) Not Officially Disclosed 3500 kg
Payload Capacity Not Officially Disclosed 1420 kg
Towing Capacity Not Officially Disclosed 2000 kg
Seating Capacity Not Officially Disclosed 16 seats
Number of Rows Not Officially Disclosed 3 rows
Doors Not Officially Disclosed 4 doors
Minimum Turning Radius Not Officially Disclosed 6.5 m
Front Headroom Not Officially Disclosed 998 mm
Rear Headroom Not Officially Disclosed 954 mm
Front Legroom Not Officially Disclosed 1045 mm
Rear Legroom Not Officially Disclosed 890 mm

In depth: how these cars differ

This E2 and Hiace Ses'fikile comparison brings together local model information and available derivatives for South Africa. Prices and specifications appear only where they have been recorded for this market.

Hagalu has withheld an overall score because at least one selected vehicle does not yet have four comparable categories and 50% weighted source coverage. Missing catalogue evidence is not replaced with a neutral score or a guessed value.

Use the key-spec and full-spec tables to compare the fields that are confirmed. For a purchase decision, verify current availability, exact derivative equipment, finance, insurance and ownership cover with the relevant manufacturer or authorised retailer.

Specification Score Withheld

Hagalu does not turn missing specifications into neutral scores or guessed values.

Fail closed

Score withheld: fewer than four comparable categories or less than 50% weighted source coverage for at least one vehicle.

Use the verified key-spec and full-spec tables on this page. A ranked index will appear only after every selected vehicle has source-backed data in at least four categories and reaches 50% weighted coverage.

What the evidence means

No overall winner is declared because the selected vehicles do not yet meet Hagalu's minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold. Compare the confirmed rows and verify the exact derivative before buying.

E2 vs Hiace Ses'fikile 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.