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Geely E2 vs Toyota Starlet
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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Geely E2 vs Toyota Starlet: the short answer
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Starlet starts ZAR 95,000 cheaper
E2 from ZAR 339,900 · Starlet from ZAR 244,900
Five key differences
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| Specification | E2 | Starlet |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | E2Not Officially Disclosed | Starlet72 kW @ 5500 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | E2Not Officially Disclosed | Starlet140 Nm |
| Engine Size | E2Not Applicable | Starlet996 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | E2Not Applicable | Starlet16.7 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | E2Not Officially Disclosed | Starlet162 mm |
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Source type: Official OEM South Africa
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| Spec | E2 | Starlet |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2026 | 2020 |
| Generation | Current South African model / exact generation number not separately published | First generation Starlet in South Africa on B-segment platform |
| Facelift History | No applicable South African facelift history established | Minor updates since launch |
| Facelift Launched Since | Not Applicable | Original current-generation version |
| 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, Silver, Grey, Blue, Red, Orange |
| Dealer Stock Note | - | Top grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Tare Mass Kg | - | 1005 kg |
| Spec | E2 | Starlet |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4135 mm | 3995 mm |
| Width | 1805 mm | 1695 mm |
| Height | 1580 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | Not Officially Disclosed | 162 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | 40 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 375 l | 265 l |
| Kerb Weight | 1300 kg | 1005 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | Not Officially Disclosed | 1420 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 | 4.9 m |
| Front Headroom | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Rear Headroom | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Front Legroom | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Rear Legroom | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Spec | E2 | Starlet |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Electric motor | 1-litre Turbocharged Petrol |
| Engine Code | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | Not Applicable | 996 cc |
| Cylinders | Not Applicable | 3 |
| Cylinder Layout | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Valves | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Valves per Cylinder | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| 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 | 72 kW @ 5500 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | Not Officially Disclosed | 140 Nm |
| 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 | CVT |
| Top Speed | Not Officially Disclosed | 175 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 11.5 sec | 12.0 sec |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Launch Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rev Limiter | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 71.6 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 139.3 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 | Starlet |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | Single-Speed Reduction Gear | CVT Automatic |
| Drivetrain Layout | Front-motor, front-wheel drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| LSD Available | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Transfer Case | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Differential Lock | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Paddle Shifters | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Final Drive Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Number of Gears | Not Officially Disclosed | 4 |
| Transmission Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Continuously Variable Transmission |
| Clutch Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Type | Not Officially Disclosed | CVT Automatic |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD/ |
| 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 | Not Applicable |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Gearbox Type | Not Officially Disclosed | CVT Automatic |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Axle Layout | Not Officially Disclosed | FWD |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Transmission Speeds | Not Officially Disclosed | 4 |
| Engine Position | - | Front Transverse |
| Differential Type Front | - | Not Available |
| Differential Type Rear | - | Not Available |
| Transfer Case Guard | - | Not Available |
| Spec | E2 | Starlet |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | Not Applicable | 16.7 km/l |
| City Mileage | Not Applicable | 13 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | Not Applicable | 18 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | 40 l |
| Emission Standard | Not Officially Disclosed | Euro 5 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Auto Start Stop | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Real-world Mileage | Not Applicable | 16.7 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 |
| Spec | E2 | Starlet |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 2 | 7 |
| ABS | Yes | Standard |
| Electronic Stability Control | Yes | Standard |
| Traction Control | Yes | Standard |
| Hill Descent Control | Yes | Not Available |
| Hill Start Assist | Yes | Standard |
| Child Safety Lock | Mechanical rear child safety locks | Standard |
| ISOFIX Mounts | Rear seats | Standard |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Yes | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Electronic anti-theft system | Standard |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Front Parking Sensors | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| AEB | Yes | Standard |
| BA | Yes | Standard |
| Brake Override System | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Curtain Airbags | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Driver Airbag | Yes | 7 |
| EBD | Yes | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Electronic anti-theft system | Standard |
| Hill Hold | Yes | Standard |
| Passenger Airbag | Yes | 7 |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Yes | Standard |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Front and rear | Not Available |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Side Airbags | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Stability Control | Yes | Standard |
| TCS | Yes | Standard |
| Knee Airbag | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| ABS EBD | Yes | Standard |
| Alarm System | - | Standard |
| Central Locking | - | Standard |
| Side Impact Beams | - | Standard |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | - | Standard |
| Anti Theft Alarm | - | Standard |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | - | 7 |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | - | 7 |
| ESC With Traction Control | - | Standard |
| Spec | E2 | Starlet |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Yes | Not Available |
| Lane Keep Assist | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Lane Departure Warning | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Yes | Standard |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Yes | Standard |
| Parking Sensors | Rear | Rear |
| Rear View Camera | Yes | Standard |
| 360 Degree Camera | Yes | Not Available |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Yes | Standard |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Auto Highbeam | Yes | Not Available |
| Auto Wipers | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Rear |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Yes | Not Available |
| Park Assist | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Around View Monitor | Yes | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Warning | Yes | Standard |
| Forward Collision Warning | Yes | Not Available |
| Auto Lights | - | Standard |
| EV Mode | - | Not Available |
| Emergency Braking | - | Standard |
| Parking Distance Sensors | - | Rear |
| Parking Sensor | - | Rear |
| Pre-Collision System | - | Not Available |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | - | Standard |
| Rear View Camera | - | Standard |
| Reverse Camera Type | - | Standard |
| Reversing Camera | - | Standard |
| Surround View Camera | Yes | Not Available |
| Spec | E2 | Starlet |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Not Officially Disclosed | Fabric |
| Heated Seats | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Ventilated Seats | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Ambient Lighting | Yes | Not Applicable |
| Steering Wheel Material | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Not Officially Disclosed | 60/40 Split |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Not Officially Disclosed | Manual |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | Not Officially Disclosed | Manual |
| Seat Trim | Not Officially Disclosed | Fabric |
| Seat Adjustment | - | Manual |
| Steering Type | - | Electric |
| Steering Adjustment | - | Height Adjustable |
| Folding Rear Seats | - | 60/40 Split |
| Front Armrest | - | Not Available |
| Rear Armrest | - | Not Available |
| Front Shoulder Room | - | Not Applicable |
| Rear Shoulder Room | - | Not Applicable |
| Rear USB Ports | - | 2 |
| Instrument Cluster Type | - | Full Digital |
| Interior Colour Options | - | 6 |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | - | Manual |
| Fabric Seats | - | Fabric |
| Armrest Front | - | Not Available |
| Armrest Rear | - | Not Available |
| Driver Seat | - | Manual |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | - | Touchscreen infotainment, Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay & Android Auto |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | - | Fabric |
| Interior Colours | - | 6 |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | - | Not Available |
| Seat Fold Type | - | 60/40 Split |
| Spec | E2 | Starlet |
|---|---|---|
| Climate Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Automatic AC |
| Power Windows | Not Officially Disclosed | All Doors |
| Keyless Entry | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Push Button Start | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Wireless Charging | Not Officially Disclosed | Optional |
| Sunroof | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Electric Tailgate | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| AC Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Automatic AC |
| Load Bed Length | - | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | - | Not Applicable |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Standard |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | - | Standard |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | 265 l |
| Adaptive Dampers | - | Not Available |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | - | Standard |
| Climate Zones | - | Automatic AC |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | - | All Doors |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | - | Standard |
| Engine Start Stop | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Engine Warranty | - | Not Applicable |
| Front Armrest | - | Not Available |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | - | 6 |
| Hill Start Assist | - | Standard |
| Panoramic Roof | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Performance Data Logger | - | Not Available |
| Power Mirrors | - | All Doors |
| Push Button Start | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Rear Seat Split | - | 60/40 Split |
| Rear Wing | - | Not Available |
| Rev Matching | - | Not Available |
| Seat Type | - | Fabric |
| Skid Plates | - | Not Available |
| Spare Wheel | Not Officially Disclosed | Full Size Steel |
| Telescopic Steering | - | Height Adjustable |
| Tilt Steering | - | Height Adjustable |
| Voice Command | - | Standard |
| Voice Command Support | - | Standard |
| Accelerator 0 100 | - | 12.0 sec |
| Air Conditioning | Not Officially Disclosed | Automatic AC |
| Battery Preconditioning | - | Not Available |
| Bed Extender | - | Not Available |
| Canopy Fitment | - | Not Available |
| Centre Console | - | Not Available |
| Common Rail Injection | - | Direct Injection |
| Diff Lock | - | Not Applicable |
| Difflock | - | Not Applicable |
| Digital Speedometer | - | Full Digital |
| Front Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Intelligent Battery System | - | Not Available |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | - | Standard |
| Lift Gate | - | Not Available |
| 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 | - | Automatic AC |
| Mirror | - | All Doors |
| One Pedal Driving | - | Not Available |
| Passive Entry Start | - | Standard |
| Powered Tailgate | - | Not Available |
| Rear Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Rear Electric Motor | - | Not Available |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | - | Standard |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | - | Not Available |
| Remote Central Locking | - | Standard |
| Rim Size | 16-inch alloy wheels | 15-inch Alloy Wheels |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | - | Not Available |
| Side Impact Bars | - | Standard |
| Sonar | - | Rear |
| Sound System | Not Officially Disclosed | 4 |
| Source Model Column | - | starlet |
| Sport Plus Mode | - | Not Available |
| Sports Bar | - | Not Available |
| Steering Column Adjustment | - | Height Adjustable |
| Sub Frame | - | Monocoque |
| Surround View Monitor | Yes | Not Available |
| Tailgate Damper | - | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | - | Not Available |
| Tow Bar Type | - | Not Available |
| TPMS | Yes | Standard |
| Trim Level | - | top |
| Unlocking | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Variant Role | - | Mid-to-high value derivative |
| Vdc | - | Standard |
| Vehicle To Grid | - | Not Available |
| Vehicle To Load | - | Not Available |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | - | Standard |
| Walk Away Lock | - | Standard |
| Wireless Charger | Not Officially Disclosed | Optional |
| Spec | E2 | Starlet |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | 14.6-inch HD touchscreen | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Apple CarPlay | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Android Auto | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Number of Speakers | Not Officially Disclosed | 4 |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | 8.8-inch LCD | Full Digital |
| USB Ports | Not Officially Disclosed | 2 |
| Infotainment Screen | 14.6-inch HD touchscreen | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Touchscreen | 14.6-inch HD touchscreen | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Navigation System | - | Standard |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Wireless Android Auto | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Voice Recognition | - | Standard |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 14.6-inch HD touchscreen | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Infotainment Display | - | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Rear Usb | - | 2 |
| Audio Speakers | Not Officially Disclosed | 4 |
| Audio System | - | 4 |
| Display Audio | - | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | - | 2 |
| Multi Information Display | - | Full Digital |
| Connected Services | - | Standard |
| Voice Control | - | Standard |
| Smartphone Connectivity | - | Standard |
| Spec | E2 | Starlet |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | Yes | Full LED |
| Daytime Running Lamps | Yes | LED |
| Fog Lamps | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Roof Rails | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Exterior Colour Options | Comet Gray, Aurora Green, Moon White, Nebula Beige, Star Silver | 6 |
| Headlights | Yes | Full LED |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Alloy Wheel Design | - | 15-inch Alloy Wheels |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | - | Not Available |
| Body Cladding | - | Not Available |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Not Available |
| Roof Type | - | Not Available |
| Body Type | - | Hatchback |
| DRL | Yes | LED |
| Fog Lights | - | Standard |
| Front Fog Lights | - | Standard |
| Led Headlights | Yes | Full LED |
| Auto Headlights | - | Standard |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lights | Yes | LED |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | - | Not Available |
| Exterior Colour Options | - | 7 |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | - | All Doors |
| Front Fog Lamps | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Headlamp Levelling | - | Full LED |
| Headlamps | Yes | Full LED |
| Headlight Type | Yes | Full LED |
| Load Bed Liner | - | Not Available |
| Active Exhaust | - | Not Available |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Not Available |
| Spec | E2 | Starlet |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Not Applicable |
| 4WD System Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Breakover Angle | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Underbody Protection | - | Not Available |
| Hill Descent Control | Yes | Not Available |
| Approach Angle Deg | - | - |
| Departure Angle Deg | - | - |
| Energy Recovery Display | - | Not Available |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | - | Not Available |
| Ground Clearance Max | - | 162 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | - | 162 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 | Starlet |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | Not Officially Disclosed | 195/55 R16 |
| Front Brake Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Drum |
| Spare Wheel Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Full Size Steel |
| Wheel Rim Size | 16-inch alloy wheels | 15-inch Alloy Wheels |
| Handbrake Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Wheel Type | - | 15-inch Alloy Wheels |
| Brake Type Front | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Brake Type Rear | - | Drum |
| Spare Tyre | Not Officially Disclosed | Full Size Steel |
| Tyre Type | - | 195/55 R16 |
| Wheel Diameter | 16-inch alloy wheels | 15-inch Alloy Wheels |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | - | Standard |
| Brakes | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Cornering Brake Control | - | Standard |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | - | Not Available |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | - | Standard |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | - | Full Size Steel |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | - | Not Available |
| Tyre Pressure Display | - | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Yes | Standard |
| Wheel Material | - | 15-inch Alloy Wheels |
| Wheels | - | 15-inch Alloy Wheels |
| Spec | E2 | Starlet |
|---|---|---|
| Front Suspension | Not Officially Disclosed | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Not Officially Disclosed | Torsion Beam |
| Front Track Width | - | 1470 mm |
| Rear Track Width | - | 1455 mm |
| Chassis Type | - | Monocoque |
| Power Steering | - | Electric |
| Steering Column | - | Tilt Adjustable |
| Front Spring Type | - | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Spring Type | - | Torsion Beam |
| 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 | Starlet |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | Not Officially Disclosed | 107 g/km |
| Start Stop System | - | Standard |
| Hybrid System Type | - | Not Applicable |
| Noise Level | - | 67 dB |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | - | Petrol |
| Particulate Filter | - | Not Available |
| Euro Emission Standard | - | Euro 5 |
| Idle CO2 Output | - | 107 |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | - | 107 |
| Spec | E2 | Starlet |
|---|---|---|
| Service Plan | 5 years / 100,000 km | Optional |
| Service Interval | - | 15,000 km or 1 Year |
| Approx Service Cost | - | Approx R3,200 |
| Battery Warranty | - | Not Applicable |
| Maintenance Plan | - | Optional |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | - | 15,000 km or 1 Year |
| Service Plan Duration | 5 years / 100,000 km | Optional |
| Service Plan Distance | 5 years / 100,000 km | Optional |
| Service Intervals | - | 15,000 km or 1 Year |
| Spec | E2 | Starlet |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | top | Top |
| Price Zar | 389900 ZAR | 319900 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Current South African retail price | Current listed price |
| Starting Price | 389900 | 319900 |
| Starting Price Zar | 389900 | 319900 |
| Spec | E2 | Starlet |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty | Vehicle: 4 years / 150,000 km; battery: 8 years / 200,000 km; roadside assistance: 5 years / unlimited km | 3 years / 100 000 km |
| Warranty Years | Vehicle: 4 years / 150,000 km; battery: 8 years / 200,000 km; roadside assistance: 5 years / unlimited km | 3 years / 100 000 km |
| Warranty Kilometers | Vehicle: 4 years / 150,000 km; battery: 8 years / 200,000 km; roadside assistance: 5 years / unlimited km | 3 years / 100 000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | - | 3 Years |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | - | 6 Years |
| Basic Warranty | Vehicle: 4 years / 150,000 km; battery: 8 years / 200,000 km; roadside assistance: 5 years / unlimited km | 3 years / 100 000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | - | 3 Years |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | - | 3 Years |
| Spec | E2 | Starlet |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | - | 14 l/100km |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | - | 17 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | - | 17 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | - | 20 l/100km |
| Owner Review Count | - | 31 |
In depth: how these cars differ
This E2 and Starlet comparison keeps the exact South African derivatives, lifecycle states, available prices and verified specifications side by side.
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E2 vs Starlet 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.