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Geely E2 vs Hyundai i20
A proper head-to-head in South Africa — we cover price, performance, petrol economy, safety and what it'll actually cost you to own each one long term.
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Hyundai i20
1.0T Fluid
Petrol
6-Speed Manual
Current
ZAR 328,900
ex-showroom
⚡ 74 kW
🔧 172 Nm
⛽ 14.5 km/l
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Decision summary
Geely E2 vs Hyundai i20: the short answer
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i20 starts ZAR 43,000 cheaper
E2 from ZAR 339,900 · i20 from ZAR 296,900
Five key differences
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| Specification | E2 | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | E2Not Officially Disclosed | i2074 kW @ 5500 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | E2Not Officially Disclosed | i20172 Nm @ 1500 rpm |
| Engine Size | E2Not Applicable | i20998 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | E2Not Applicable | i2014.5 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | E2Not Officially Disclosed | i20195 mm |
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Source type: Official OEM South Africa
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Full Specs, Side by Side
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| Spec | E2 | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2026 | 2008 |
| Generation | Current South African model / exact generation number not separately published | Third generation i20 on the K2 platform; sold in SA with 1.0T three-cylinder turbo across all variants |
| Facelift History | No applicable South African facelift history established | Third generation launched globally in 2020 and arrived in SA shortly after; significant improvement over the second gen in styling, tech, and driving dynamics |
| Facelift Launched Since | Not Applicable | 2020 |
| Facelift Version Ending | Not Applicable | Current |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Production Status | active | published |
| Segment | Passenger vehicle | Hatchback |
| Vehicle Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Color Note | - | White, Black, Silver, Blue, Red, Yellow |
| Dealer Stock Note | - | Fluid grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Tare Mass Kg | - | 1135 kg |
| Spec | E2 | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4135 mm | 4040 mm |
| Width | 1805 mm | 1775 mm |
| Height | 1580 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2650 mm | 2580 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | Not Officially Disclosed | 195 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | 40 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 375 l | 352 l |
| Kerb Weight | 1300 kg | 1135 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | Not Officially Disclosed | 1610 kg |
| Payload Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Towing Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Seating Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | 5 seats |
| Number of Rows | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Doors | Not Officially Disclosed | 5 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | Not Officially Disclosed | 5.2 m |
| Front Headroom | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Rear Headroom | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Front Legroom | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Rear Legroom | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Spec | E2 | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Electric motor | 1-litre Turbocharged Petrol |
| Engine Code | Not Applicable | G3LE |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | Not Applicable | 998 cc |
| Cylinders | Not Applicable | 3 |
| Cylinder Layout | Not Applicable | Inline |
| Valves | Not Applicable | 12 |
| Valves per Cylinder | Not Applicable | 4 |
| Aspiration | Not Applicable | Turbocharged |
| Fuel System | Not Applicable | Direct Injection |
| Compression Ratio | Not Applicable | 10.0:1 |
| Bore | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Stroke | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Maximum Power | Not Officially Disclosed | 74 kW @ 5500 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | Not Officially Disclosed | 172 Nm @ 1500 rpm |
| Combined Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Combined Torque | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Motor Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Number of Motors | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Motor Location | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Transmission | Single-Speed Reduction Gear | 6-Speed Manual |
| Top Speed | Not Officially Disclosed | 185 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 11.5 sec | 11.0 sec |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | Not Officially Disclosed | Eco, Normal |
| Launch Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rev Limiter | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 65.2 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 151.5 Nm/tonne |
| Battery Capacity | 39.4 kWh | Not Applicable |
| Usable Battery Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Battery Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Battery Voltage | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Electric Range | 325 km (WLTP) | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Power | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Power | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Time | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Time | 25 min | Not Applicable |
| Regenerative Braking | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Spec | E2 | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | Single-Speed Reduction Gear | iMT 6-speed Intelligent Manual |
| Drivetrain Layout | Front-motor, front-wheel drive | FWD |
| LSD Available | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Transfer Case | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Differential Lock | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Paddle Shifters | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Final Drive Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Number of Gears | Not Officially Disclosed | 7 |
| Transmission Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Manual |
| Clutch Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Gear Shift Type | Not Officially Disclosed | iMT 6-speed Intelligent Manual |
| Drivetrain | FWD | Front-Wheel Drive |
| 4WD Engagement | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Hi Range | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Lo Range | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Selector | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Gearbox Type | Not Officially Disclosed | iMT 6-speed Intelligent Manual |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Axle Layout | Not Officially Disclosed | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Transmission Speeds | Not Officially Disclosed | 7 |
| Engine Position | - | Front |
| Differential Type Front | - | Not Available |
| Differential Type Rear | - | Not Available |
| Transfer Case Guard | - | Not Available |
| Spec | E2 | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | Not Applicable | 14.5 km/l |
| City Mileage | Not Applicable | 11.7 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | Not Applicable | 17.1 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | 40 l |
| Emission Standard | Not Officially Disclosed | Euro 6 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Auto Start Stop | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Real-world Mileage | Not Applicable | 14.5 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | Not Officially Disclosed | 40 |
| Combined Driving Range | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Electric Consumption | 15.2 | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Highway | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Mixed | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Distance To Empty | - | Yes |
| Low Fuel Warning | - | Yes |
| Spec | E2 | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 2 | 6 |
| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Control | Yes | Yes |
| Traction Control | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Descent Control | Yes | Not Available |
| Hill Start Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Child Safety Lock | Mechanical rear child safety locks | Yes |
| ISOFIX Mounts | Rear seats | Yes |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Yes | Yes |
| Engine Immobiliser | Electronic anti-theft system | Yes |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Front Parking Sensors | Not Officially Disclosed | Front & Rear |
| AEB | Yes | No |
| BA | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Override System | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Curtain Airbags | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Driver Airbag | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Engine Immobiliser | Electronic anti-theft system | Yes |
| Hill Hold | Yes | Yes |
| Passenger Airbag | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Yes | Yes |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Front and rear | Yes |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Side Airbags | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Stability Control | Yes | Yes |
| TCS | Yes | Yes |
| Knee Airbag | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| ABS EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Alarm System | - | Yes |
| Central Locking | - | Yes |
| Speed Alert System | - | Yes |
| Safety Rating | - | Not Rated (SA) |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | - | Yes |
| Anti Theft Alarm | - | Yes |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | - | 6 |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | - | 6 |
| ESC With Traction Control | - | Yes |
| Spec | E2 | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Lane Keep Assist | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Lane Departure Warning | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Yes | Yes |
| Parking Sensors | Rear | Front & Rear |
| Rear View Camera | Yes | Yes |
| 360 Degree Camera | Yes | Not Available |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Yes | No |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Auto Highbeam | Yes | Not Available |
| Auto Wipers | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Front & Rear |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Park Assist | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Around View Monitor | Yes | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Forward Collision Warning | Yes | Not Available |
| Auto Lights | - | Yes |
| Eco Mode | - | Yes |
| EV Mode | - | No |
| Sport Mode | - | No |
| Emergency Braking | - | No |
| Parking Distance Sensors | - | Front & Rear |
| Parking Sensor | - | Front & Rear |
| Pre-Collision System | - | Yes |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | - | No |
| Rear View Camera | - | Yes |
| Reverse Camera Type | - | Yes |
| Reversing Camera | - | Yes |
| Spec | E2 | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Not Officially Disclosed | Leather-Look |
| Heated Seats | Not Officially Disclosed | Front |
| Ventilated Seats | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Ambient Lighting | Yes | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Material | Not Officially Disclosed | Leather |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Not Officially Disclosed | Manual |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | Not Officially Disclosed | Manual |
| Seat Trim | Not Officially Disclosed | Leather-Look |
| Seat Adjustment | - | Manual |
| Steering Type | - | Electric |
| Steering Adjustment | - | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Folding Rear Seats | - | 60/40 Split |
| Front Armrest | - | Yes |
| Rear Armrest | - | No |
| Front Shoulder Room | - | Not Applicable |
| Rear Shoulder Room | - | Not Applicable |
| Cup Holders | - | 4 |
| Rear AC Vents | - | No |
| Rear USB Ports | - | 2 USB-A + 1 USB-C |
| Instrument Cluster Type | - | Analogue + MID |
| Interior Colour Options | - | Black |
| Door Map Pockets | - | Yes |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | - | Manual |
| Adjustable Front Seat | - | Manual |
| Cooled Seats | - | No |
| Fabric Seats | - | Yes |
| Front Headrest | - | Yes |
| Leather Seats | - | No |
| Memory Seats | - | No |
| Rear Headrest | - | Yes |
| Armrest Front | - | Yes |
| Armrest Rear | - | No |
| Boot Space Seats Down | - | 1165 |
| Driver Seat | - | Manual |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | - | 8-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on Fluid, digital instrument cluster, sporty flat-bottom steering wheel, quality-feeling interior |
| Interior Trim Colour | - | Black |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | - | Leather-Look |
| Interior Colours | - | Black |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | - | No |
| Seat Belt Warning | - | Yes |
| Seat Fold Type | - | 60/40 Split |
| Spec | E2 | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Climate Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Auto Climate Control |
| Power Windows | Not Officially Disclosed | All |
| Keyless Entry | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Push Button Start | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Wireless Charging | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Sunroof | Not Officially Disclosed | Sunroof |
| Electric Tailgate | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| AC Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Auto Climate Control |
| Load Bed Length | - | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | - | Not Applicable |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Yes |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | - | No |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | 1165 l |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | 1165 l |
| Rear Window Defroster | - | Yes |
| Electric Mirror Folding | - | Power Adjustable |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | - | Yes |
| 12V Accessory Socket | - | 12V |
| Adaptive Dampers | - | Not Available |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | - | No |
| Boot Opener | - | Inside |
| Climate Zones | - | 1 |
| Door Ajar Warning | - | Yes |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | - | Yes |
| Engine Check Warning | - | Yes |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | - | Yes |
| Engine Start Stop | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Engine Warranty | - | 4 |
| Front Armrest | - | Yes |
| Front Power Outlet | - | Yes |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | - | 6.9 |
| Fuel Lid Opener | - | Inside |
| Glovebox Cooling | - | Yes |
| Headlamp Height Adjust | - | Manual |
| Headlamp Washer | - | No |
| Hill Start Assist | - | Yes |
| Panoramic Roof | Not Officially Disclosed | Sunroof |
| Performance Data Logger | - | Not Available |
| Power Mirrors | - | Yes |
| Push Button Start | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Rear Defogger | - | Yes |
| Rear Reading Lamps | - | Yes |
| Rear Seat Split | - | 60/40 Split |
| Rear Wing | - | Yes |
| Rev Matching | - | Not Available |
| Seat Type | - | Leather-Look |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | - | Yes |
| Service Reminder | - | Yes |
| Skid Plates | - | Not Available |
| Spare Wheel | Not Officially Disclosed | Spare Wheel |
| Steering Mounted Controls | - | Yes |
| Tachometer | - | Yes |
| Tail Lamps | - | Yes |
| Telescopic Steering | - | No |
| Tilt Steering | - | Yes |
| Trip Computer | - | Yes |
| Vanity Mirror | - | Yes |
| Voice Command | - | Yes |
| Voice Command Support | - | Yes |
| Accelerator 0 100 | - | 11.0 sec |
| Air Conditioning | Not Officially Disclosed | Auto Climate Control |
| Battery Preconditioning | - | Not Available |
| Bed Extender | - | Not Available |
| Bottle Holders | - | 4 |
| Canopy Fitment | - | Not Available |
| Centre Console | - | Yes |
| Common Rail Injection | - | Direct Injection |
| Diff Lock | - | No |
| Difflock | - | No |
| Digital Speedometer | - | Analogue + MID |
| Front Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Front Wiper | - | Yes |
| Front Wipers Type | - | Yes |
| Glove Box | - | Yes |
| Intelligent Battery System | - | Not Available |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | - | Yes |
| Load Bed Cover | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Light | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Steps | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Length Mm | - | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Width Mm | - | Not Applicable |
| Manual Aircon | - | Auto Climate Control |
| Mirror | - | Power Adjustable |
| One Pedal Driving | - | Not Available |
| Passive Entry Start | - | Yes |
| Power Socket 12v | - | 12V |
| Reading Lights Rear | - | Yes |
| Rear Air Conditioning | - | No |
| Rear Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Rear Electric Motor | - | Not Available |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | - | Yes |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | - | No |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | - | Not Available |
| Remote Central Locking | - | Yes |
| Remote Side Mirror | - | Power Adjustable |
| Rim Size | 16-inch alloy wheels | 16 |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | - | No |
| Sonar | - | Front & Rear |
| Sound System | Not Officially Disclosed | 8 Bose Premium |
| Source Model Column | - | i20 |
| Sport Plus Mode | - | Not Available |
| Sports Bar | - | Not Available |
| Steering Column Adjustment | - | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Sub Frame | - | Monocoque |
| Tailgate Damper | - | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | - | Not Available |
| Tow Bar Type | - | Not Available |
| TPMS | Yes | Yes |
| Trim Level | - | fluid |
| Unlocking | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Vanity Mirror Illuminated | - | Yes |
| Variant Role | - | Mid-to-high value derivative |
| Vdc | - | Yes |
| Vehicle To Grid | - | Not Available |
| Vehicle To Load | - | Not Available |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | - | Yes |
| Walk Away Lock | - | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Spec | E2 | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | 14.6-inch HD touchscreen | 10.25-inch Touchscreen |
| Apple CarPlay | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Android Auto | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Number of Speakers | Not Officially Disclosed | 8 Bose Premium |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | 8.8-inch LCD | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster |
| USB Ports | Not Officially Disclosed | 2 USB-A + 1 USB-C |
| Infotainment Screen | 14.6-inch HD touchscreen | 10.25-inch Touchscreen |
| Touchscreen | 14.6-inch HD touchscreen | 10.25-inch Touchscreen |
| Navigation System | - | Yes |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Wireless Android Auto | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| FM Radio | - | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Yes |
| Voice Recognition | - | Yes |
| AUX Input | - | Yes |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 14.6-inch HD touchscreen | 10.25-inch Touchscreen |
| Audio Controls On Steering | - | Yes |
| Infotainment Display | - | Touchscreen |
| Rear Usb | - | Yes |
| Audio | - | Yes |
| Audio Speakers | Not Officially Disclosed | 8 Bose Premium |
| Audio System | - | Yes |
| Display Audio | - | 10.25-inch Touchscreen |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | - | 2 USB-A + 1 USB-C |
| Multi Information Display | - | Analogue + MID |
| Connected Services | - | Yes |
| Voice Control | - | Yes |
| Smartphone Connectivity | - | Yes |
| Radio | - | Yes |
| Spec | E2 | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
| Daytime Running Lamps | Yes | LED |
| Fog Lamps | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Exterior Colour Options | Comet Gray, Aurora Green, Moon White, Nebula Beige, Star Silver | Polar White, Aurora Grey, Phantom Black, Fiery Red |
| Headlights | Yes | Yes |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Not Officially Disclosed | Sunroof |
| Alloy Wheel Design | - | 17-inch Alloy |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Yes |
| Roof Type | - | Sunroof |
| Wing Mirror Type | - | Power Adjustable |
| Rear Wiper | - | Yes |
| Door Handle Finish | - | Body Coloured |
| Body Type | - | Hatchback |
| DRL | Yes | LED |
| Fog Lights | - | Yes |
| Front Fog Lights | - | Yes |
| Led Headlights | Yes | Yes |
| Led Taillights | - | Yes |
| Auto Headlights | - | Yes |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Yes |
| Daytime Running Lights | Yes | LED |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | - | Sunroof |
| Exterior Colour Options | - | 6 |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | - | Body Coloured |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | - | Yes |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | - | Power Adjustable |
| Front Fog Lamps | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Headlamp Levelling | - | Yes |
| Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight Type | Yes | Yes |
| Load Bed Liner | - | Not Available |
| Active Exhaust | - | Not Available |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Yes |
| Spec | E2 | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Departure Angle | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Wading Depth | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Terrain Modes | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Locking Differential | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| 4WD System Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Breakover Angle | Not Officially Disclosed | 20 deg |
| Underbody Protection | - | Not Available |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | - | 20 deg |
| Hill Descent Control | Yes | Not Available |
| Ramp-over Angle | - | 20 deg |
| Approach Angle Deg | - | - |
| Departure Angle Deg | - | - |
| Energy Recovery Display | - | Not Available |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | - | Not Available |
| Ground Clearance Max | - | 195 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | - | 195 mm |
| Off Road Descent Control | - | Not Available |
| Off Road Traction Assist | - | Not Available |
| 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 |
| Terrain Mode Normal | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Rock | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Sand | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Snow | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Response System | - | Not Available |
| Underbody Camera | - | Not Available |
| Wading Depth Mm | - | - |
| Spec | E2 | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | Not Officially Disclosed | 205/45 R17 |
| Front Brake Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Disc |
| Spare Wheel Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Spare Wheel |
| Wheel Rim Size | 16-inch alloy wheels | 16 |
| Handbrake Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Manual |
| Wheel Type | - | 17-inch Alloy |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | - | 256 mm |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | - | 262 mm |
| Parking Brake Type | - | Manual |
| Tyre Load Index | - | 91 |
| Tyre Speed Rating | - | H |
| Brake Type Front | - | Disc (Ventilated) |
| Brake Type Rear | - | Disc |
| Spare Tyre | Not Officially Disclosed | Spare Wheel |
| Tyre Type | - | Tubeless Radial |
| Wheel Diameter | 16-inch alloy wheels | 16 |
| Auto Brake Hold | - | Manual |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | - | No |
| Brakes | - | Disc |
| Cornering Brake Control | - | Yes |
| Electric Park Brake | - | Manual |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | - | Yes |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | - | Not Available |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | - | Yes |
| Leather Steering Wheel | - | Leather |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | - | Spare Wheel |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | - | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | - | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Trim | - | Leather |
| Tyre Pressure Display | - | Yes |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Wheel Material | - | 17-inch Alloy |
| Wheel Size Type | - | 16 |
| Wheels | - | 17-inch Alloy |
| Spec | E2 | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Front Suspension | Not Officially Disclosed | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Not Officially Disclosed | Torsion Beam |
| Front Track Width | - | 1551 mm |
| Rear Track Width | - | 1565 mm |
| Chassis Type | - | Monocoque |
| Power Steering | - | Electric |
| Steering Column | - | Tilt |
| Front Spring Type | - | Coil |
| Rear Spring Type | - | Coil |
| Chassis Material | - | Monocoque |
| Front Suspension Type | Not Officially Disclosed | MacPherson Strut |
| MagneRide Damping | - | Not Available |
| Rear Axle Type | - | Torsion Beam |
| Rear Suspension Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Torsion Beam |
| Suspension | - | MacPherson Strut |
| Spec | E2 | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | Not Officially Disclosed | 110 g/km |
| Start Stop System | - | No |
| Hybrid System Type | - | Not Available |
| Variable Valve Timing | - | Yes |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | - | Unleaded 95 |
| Particulate Filter | - | Not Available |
| Euro Emission Standard | - | Euro 6 |
| Idle CO2 Output | - | 110 |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | - | Yes |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | - | 110 |
| Spec | E2 | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Service Plan | 5 years / 100,000 km | 3 Years / 45000 km |
| Service Interval | - | 15000 km / 12 months |
| Battery Warranty | - | 4 |
| Maintenance Plan | - | 3 Years / 45000 km |
| Engine Oil Capacity | - | 3.6 l |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | - | 15000 |
| First Service At | - | 15000 |
| Service Plan Duration | 5 years / 100,000 km | 3 Years / 45000 km |
| Service Plan Distance | 5 years / 100,000 km | 3 Years / 45000 km |
| Alternator | - | 120A |
| Service Intervals | - | 15000 km / 12 months |
| Accessory Battery Type | - | Lead-acid |
| Spec | E2 | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | top | Fluid |
| Price Zar | 389900 ZAR | 328900 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Current South African retail price | Current listed price |
| Starting Price | 389900 | 328900 |
| Starting Price Zar | 389900 | 328900 |
| Spec | E2 | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty | Vehicle: 4 years / 150,000 km; battery: 8 years / 200,000 km; roadside assistance: 5 years / unlimited km | 5 |
| Warranty Years | Vehicle: 4 years / 150,000 km; battery: 8 years / 200,000 km; roadside assistance: 5 years / unlimited km | 5 |
| Warranty Kilometers | Vehicle: 4 years / 150,000 km; battery: 8 years / 200,000 km; roadside assistance: 5 years / unlimited km | 5 |
| Roadside Assistance | - | 5 Years |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | - | 5 Years |
| Basic Warranty | Vehicle: 4 years / 150,000 km; battery: 8 years / 200,000 km; roadside assistance: 5 years / unlimited km | 5 |
| Roadside Assistance | - | 5 Years |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | - | 5 Years |
In depth: how these cars differ
This E2 and i20 comparison keeps the exact South African derivatives, lifecycle states, available prices and verified specifications side by side.
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 Index Withheld
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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.
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E2 vs i20 questions
There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the exact South African derivatives 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.