Hyundai Elantra vs KIA Pegas
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.
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Hyundai Elantra
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Hyundai Elantra
1.5 IVT Fluid
Petrol
Discontinued model
ZAR 492,900
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Discontinued model
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⚡ 85 kW
🔧 143 Nm
⛽ 17.5 km/l
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KIA Pegas
1.4 EX Auto
Petrol
4-Speed Automatic
Current
ZAR 274,995
ex-showroom
⚡ 73 kW
🔧 132 Nm
⛽ 16.9 km/l
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Decision summary
Hyundai Elantra vs KIA Pegas: the short answer
Elantra and Pegas are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Recorded price context
Elantra:
last listed from
ZAR 448,900
·
Pegas:
current from
ZAR 239,995
Five key differences
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| Specification | Elantra | Pegas |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | Elantra85 kW @ 6300 rpm | Pegas73 kW @ 6000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | Elantra143 Nm @ 4500 rpm | Pegas132 Nm @ 4200 rpm |
| Engine Size | Elantra1497 cc | Pegas1368 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | Elantra17.5 km/l | Pegas16.9 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | Elantra130 mm | Pegas148 mm |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
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KIA Pegas
1.4 EX Auto
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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Specification evidence leader
Elantra
Strengths
- More powerful engine output
- Better fuel efficiency
- Stronger listed safety equipment
- Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
- Lower published ownership cover
Best suited to:
Published Performance
Published Efficiency
Published Practicality
Pegas
Strengths
- Stronger published ownership cover
Weak Spots
- Less powerful engine setup
- Lower fuel efficiency
- Fewer listed safety features
- Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:
General Use
Which One's Right for You?
Elantra
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
- Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Pegas
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published warranty or service cover
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Archived cars use verified historical spec records. Rows remain comparable; unavailable historical values are shown plainly rather than estimated.
| Spec | Elantra | Pegas |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 1990 | 2019 |
| Generation | Seventh generation Elantra on Hyundai's K3 platform; bold parametric design language marks a clear break from the conservative sixth gen | First generation; purpose-designed for emerging markets |
| Facelift History | Seventh generation launched globally in 2020 and brought to SA; significant leap in styling and interior quality over the previous generation | Minor updates in 2022 including revised infotainment; no full facelift |
| Facelift Launched Since | 2020 | 2022 |
| Body Style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Production Status | discontinued | active |
| Segment | Sedan | Sedan |
| Tare Mass Kg | 1355 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Facelift Version Ending | Not confirmed | Current |
| Color Note | Not confirmed | Clear White, Aurora Black Pearl, Silky Silver, Gravity Blue, Passion Red |
| Dealer Stock Note | Not confirmed | Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Model Year | Not confirmed | 2026 |
| Spec | Elantra | Pegas |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4680 mm | 4400 mm |
| Width | 1825 mm | 1700 mm |
| Height | 1415 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2720 mm | 2570 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 130 mm | 148 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | Not Officially Disclosed | 150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 l | 40 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 473 l | 475 l |
| Kerb Weight | 1355 kg | 1130 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 1860 kg | 1450 kg |
| Payload Capacity | 505 kg | 425 kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | 1000 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Rows | 2 rows | 2 rows |
| Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | Not Officially Disclosed | 10.4 m |
| Front Headroom | Not Officially Disclosed | 990 mm |
| Rear Headroom | Not Officially Disclosed | 950 mm |
| Front Legroom | Not Officially Disclosed | 1030 mm |
| Rear Legroom | Not Officially Disclosed | 860 mm |
| Spec | Elantra | Pegas |
|---|---|---|
| Load Bed Length | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Climate Control | Dual Zone Auto Climate | Yes |
| Power Windows | All | Yes |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Push Button Start | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charging | Yes | No |
| Sunroof | Electric Sunroof | No |
| Electric Tailgate | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | No | No |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | No | No |
| Rear Window Defroster | Yes | Yes |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
| 12V Accessory Socket | 12V | Yes |
| AC Type | Dual Zone Auto Climate | Yes |
| Boot Opener | Inside | Remote |
| Door Ajar Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | Yes | Yes |
| Engine Check Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Engine Start Stop | Yes | Yes |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Yes | Yes |
| Front Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Front Power Outlet | Yes | Yes |
| Fuel Lid Opener | Inside | Remote |
| Headlamp Height Adjust | Manual | Yes |
| Headlamp Washer | No | No |
| Power Mirrors | Yes | Yes |
| Push Button Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Reading Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Service Reminder | Yes | Yes |
| Spare Wheel | Steel | Temporary Spare |
| Tachometer | Yes | Yes |
| Telescopic Steering | No | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Tilt Steering | Yes | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Trip Computer | Yes | Yes |
| Vanity Mirror | Yes | Yes |
| Air Conditioning | Dual Zone Auto Climate | Yes |
| Loadbox Length Mm | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Width Mm | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Rim Size | 17-inch Alloy | 195/55 R16 |
| Sound System | 8 Bose Premium | 6 |
| Unlocking | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | No |
| Automatic Headlamps | Not confirmed | No |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | Not confirmed | 502 l |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | Not confirmed | 502 l |
| Electric Mirror Folding | Not confirmed | No |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | Not confirmed | No |
| Speed Limiter | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Adaptive Dampers | Not confirmed | No |
| Aero Kit | Not confirmed | No |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | Not confirmed | No |
| Chrome Exterior Highlights | Not confirmed | No |
| Chrome Grille | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Climate Zones | Not confirmed | 2 |
| Drag Coefficient | Not confirmed | 0.34 |
| Driver Display | Not confirmed | Digital Cluster |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Engine Warranty | Not confirmed | 7 Years / 150,000 km |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | Not confirmed | 5.9 |
| Glovebox Cooling | Not confirmed | No |
| Headrest Adjustable | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Heads Up Display | Not confirmed | No |
| Hill Start Assist | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Impact Sensing Door Unlock | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Intercooler | Not confirmed | No |
| Multi Function Steering | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Panoramic Roof | Electric Sunroof | No |
| Performance Data Logger | Not confirmed | No |
| Rear Defogger | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rear Seat Split | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rear Wing | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Remote Engine Start | Not confirmed | No |
| Rev Matching | Not confirmed | No |
| Ride Mode Selection | Not confirmed | No |
| Roof Antenna | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Seat Type | Not confirmed | Fabric Seats |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Side Steps | Not confirmed | No |
| Skid Plates | Not confirmed | No |
| Speed Alert System | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Stabilizer Bar | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Steering Mounted Controls | Yes | Yes |
| Steering Response | Not confirmed | Normal |
| Tail Lamps | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Tyre Repair Kit | Not confirmed | No |
| Voice Command | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Voice Command Support | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Accelerator 0 100 | Not confirmed | 11.5 sec |
| Automatic High Beam | Not confirmed | No |
| Battery Preconditioning | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Bed Extender | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Bottle Holders | Not confirmed | 4 |
| Canopy Fitment | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Centre Console | Not confirmed | Centre Armrest |
| Common Rail Injection | Not confirmed | Multi-Point Fuel Injection |
| Diff Lock | Not confirmed | No |
| Difflock | Not confirmed | No |
| Digital Speedometer | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | Not confirmed | No |
| Front Diff Lock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Front Wiper | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Front Wipers Type | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Glove Box | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Heated Mirrors | Not confirmed | No |
| Intelligent Battery System | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Lift Gate | Not confirmed | No |
| Load Bed Cover | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Load Bed Light | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Load Bed Steps | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Manual Aircon | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Mirror | Not confirmed | Electric |
| One Pedal Driving | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Passive Entry Start | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Power Socket 12v | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Powered Tailgate | Not confirmed | No |
| Reading Lights Rear | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rear Air Conditioning | Not confirmed | No |
| Rear Diff Lock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear Electric Motor | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | Not confirmed | No |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Remote Central Locking | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Remote Side Mirror | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Remote Start | Not confirmed | No |
| Roof Load | Not confirmed | 50 kg |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Side Impact Bars | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Sonar | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Source Model Column | Not confirmed | pegas |
| Sport Plus Mode | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Sports Bar | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Steering Column Adjustment | Not confirmed | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Sub Frame | Not confirmed | Unibody |
| Surround View Monitor | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Tailgate Damper | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Tow Bar Type | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| TPMS | Yes | Yes |
| Trim Level | Not confirmed | flagship |
| Vanity Mirror Illuminated | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Variant Role | Not confirmed | Flagship / premium derivative |
| Vdc | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Vehicle To Grid | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Vehicle To Load | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Walk Away Lock | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Spec | Elantra | Pegas |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol | 1.4-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol |
| Engine Code | Not Officially Disclosed | G4FA |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 1497 cc | 1368 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Cylinder Layout | Inline | Inline |
| Valves | 16 | 16 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated | Naturally Aspirated |
| Fuel System | Multi-Point Injection | Multi-Point Injection |
| Compression Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 11.0:1 |
| Bore | Not Officially Disclosed | 77 mm |
| Stroke | Not Officially Disclosed | 73.4 mm |
| Maximum Power | 85 kW @ 6300 rpm | 73 kW @ 6000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 143 Nm @ 4500 rpm | 132 Nm @ 4200 rpm |
| Combined Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Combined Torque | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Motor Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Number of Motors | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Motor Location | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Transmission | Not Officially Disclosed | 4-Speed Automatic |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 172 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 11.2 sec | 11.5 sec |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | Eco, Normal | No |
| Launch Control | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Rev Limiter | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 62.7 kW/tonne | 64.6 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 105.5 Nm/tonne | 116.8 Nm/tonne |
| Battery Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Usable Battery Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Battery Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Battery Voltage | Not Applicable | 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 | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Spec | Elantra | Pegas |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Position | Front | Front Transverse |
| Gearbox | IVT Intelligent Variable Transmission | 4-Speed Automatic |
| Drivetrain Layout | FWD | FWD |
| LSD Available | No | No |
| Transfer Case | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Differential Lock | Not Applicable | No |
| Paddle Shifters | No | No |
| Final Drive Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 3.84 |
| Number of Gears | Not Officially Disclosed | 4 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic Transmission |
| Clutch Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Torque Converter |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Yes | No |
| Gear Shift Type | Not Officially Disclosed | 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 Officially Disclosed | No |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Gearbox Type | Automatic | 4-Speed Automatic |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Axle Layout | FWD | FWD |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Transmission Speeds | Not Officially Disclosed | 4 |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | Not confirmed | 15.1:1 |
| Differential Type Front | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Differential Type Rear | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Transfer Case Guard | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Spec | Elantra | Pegas |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 17.5 km/l | 16.9 km/l |
| City Mileage | 14.0 km/l | 13.9 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | 21.0 km/l | 19.6 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 l | 40 l |
| Emission Standard | Euro 6 | Euro 6 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not Applicable | No |
| Auto Start Stop | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Distance To Empty | Yes | - |
| Low Fuel Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Real-world Mileage | 17.5 km/l | 16.9 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 47 | 40 |
| 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 | Elantra | Pegas |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 6 | 6 |
| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Control | Yes | Yes |
| Traction Control | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Hill Start Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Child Safety Lock | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Yes | Yes |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Yes | Yes |
| Speed Alert System | Yes | Yes |
| Front Parking Sensors | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Safety Rating | Not Rated (SA) | 5 |
| AEB | No | No |
| BA | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Override System | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Curtain Airbags | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Driver Airbag | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold | Yes | Yes |
| Passenger Airbag | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Yes | No |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Yes | 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 | No |
| ABS EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Alarm System | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Side Impact Beams | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | Not confirmed | No |
| Whiplash Protection | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Lane Change Warning | Not confirmed | No |
| Fatigue Detection | Not confirmed | No |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Not confirmed | No |
| Anti Theft Alarm | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | Not confirmed | 6 |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | Not confirmed | 6 |
| ESC With Traction Control | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Spec | Elantra | Pegas |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Yes | No |
| Lane Keep Assist | Yes | No |
| Lane Departure Warning | Yes | No |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Yes | No |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Yes | No |
| Parking Sensors | Front & Rear | Yes |
| Rear View Camera | Yes | Yes |
| 360 Degree Camera | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | No | No |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | No | No |
| Auto Highbeam | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Auto Lights | Yes | No |
| Auto Wipers | No | No |
| Eco Mode | Yes | No |
| EV Mode | No | No |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Sport Mode | No | No |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Yes | No |
| Park Assist | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Around View Monitor | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Blind Spot Warning | Yes | No |
| Forward Collision Warning | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Emergency Braking | Not confirmed | No |
| Front Camera | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Parking Distance Sensors | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Parking Sensor | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Automatic High Beam | Not confirmed | No |
| Pre-Collision System | Not confirmed | No |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | Not confirmed | No |
| Rear View Camera | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Reverse Camera Type | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Reversing Camera | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Surround View Camera | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Spec | Elantra | Pegas |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Leather-Look | Cloth |
| Seat Adjustment | Power Driver | 6-Way Manual |
| Heated Seats | Front | No |
| Ventilated Seats | No | No |
| Steering Type | Electric | Yes |
| Steering Adjustment | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Ambient Lighting | Yes | No |
| Folding Rear Seats | 60/40 Split | Yes |
| Front Armrest | Yes | Centre Armrest |
| Rear Armrest | No | Yes |
| Cup Holders | 4 | 4 |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather | Leather |
| Instrument Cluster Type | Analogue + MID | Digital |
| Door Map Pockets | Yes | Yes |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Yes | Yes |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | Manual | 6-Way Manual |
| Adjustable Front Seat | Manual | 4-Way Manual |
| Cooled Seats | No | No |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Not Officially Disclosed | 6-Way Manual |
| Fabric Seats | Yes | Yes |
| Front Headrest | Yes | Adjustable |
| Leather Seats | No | No |
| Memory Seats | No | No |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | Not Officially Disclosed | 4-Way Manual |
| Rear Headrest | Yes | Adjustable |
| Seat Trim | Not Officially Disclosed | Cloth |
| Front Shoulder Room | Not confirmed | 1380 mm |
| Rear Shoulder Room | Not confirmed | 1330 mm |
| Rear AC Vents | Not confirmed | No |
| Rear USB Ports | Not confirmed | No |
| Interior Colour Options | Not confirmed | Black |
| Driver Lumbar Support | Not confirmed | No |
| Armrest Front | Not confirmed | Centre Armrest |
| Armrest Rear | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Boot Space Seats Down | Not confirmed | 502 |
| Driver Seat | Not confirmed | 6-Way Manual |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | Not confirmed | Touchscreen infotainment with CarPlay/Android Auto, reverse camera, cruise control (EX), alloy wheels (EX), 460L boot |
| Interior Trim Colour | Not confirmed | Black |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | Not confirmed | Cloth |
| Interior Colours | Not confirmed | Black |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | Not confirmed | No |
| Seat Belt Warning | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Seat Fold Type | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Spec | Elantra | Pegas |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen | 8.0-inch Touchscreen |
| Apple CarPlay | Yes | Yes |
| Android Auto | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Yes | Yes |
| Number of Speakers | 8 Bose Premium | 6 |
| Navigation System | Yes | Yes |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | Yes |
| USB Ports | 2 USB-A + 1 USB-C | 2 |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Android Auto | Yes | Yes |
| FM Radio | Yes | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Recognition | Yes | Yes |
| AUX Input | Yes | No |
| Audio Controls On Steering | Yes | Yes |
| Infotainment Display | Touchscreen | 8.0 |
| Rear Usb | Yes | No |
| Audio Speakers | 8 Bose Premium | 6 |
| Infotainment Screen | Not Officially Disclosed | 8.0 |
| Touchscreen | Not Officially Disclosed | 8.0 |
| Infotainment Screen Size | Not Officially Disclosed | 8.0 |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | Not confirmed | No |
| Premium Audio | Not confirmed | No |
| Audio | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Audio System | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Display Audio | Not confirmed | 8.0-inch Touchscreen |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | Not confirmed | 2 |
| Head Up Display | Not confirmed | No |
| Multi Information Display | Not confirmed | Digital |
| Connected Services | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Voice Control | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Smartphone Connectivity | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Radio | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Spec | Elantra | Pegas |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | Full LED | Yes |
| Daytime Running Lamps | LED | Yes |
| Fog Lamps | LED | Yes |
| Roof Rails | No | Yes |
| Alloy Wheel Design | 17-inch Alloy | Alloy Alloy |
| Rear Spoiler | Yes | Yes |
| Exterior Colour Options | Not Officially Disclosed | Multiple |
| Wing Mirror Type | Power Adjustable | Electric |
| Rear Wiper | No | Yes |
| Door Handle Finish | Body Coloured | Body Colour |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| DRL | LED | Yes |
| Fog Lights | Yes | Yes |
| Front Fog Lights | Yes | Yes |
| Led Headlights | Full LED | Yes |
| Daytime Running Lights | LED | Yes |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | Yes | Yes |
| Front Fog Lamps | LED | Yes |
| Headlamps | Full LED | Yes |
| Headlight Type | Full LED | Yes |
| Headlights | Full LED | Yes |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | Not confirmed | No |
| Body Cladding | Not confirmed | No |
| Roof Type | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Led Taillights | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rear Fog Lights | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Front Overhang | Not confirmed | 810 mm |
| Rear Overhang | Not confirmed | 1020 mm |
| Auto Headlights | Not confirmed | No |
| Automatic Headlamps | Not confirmed | No |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Exterior Colour Options | Not confirmed | 5 |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | Not confirmed | Body Colour |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | Not confirmed | No |
| Headlamp Levelling | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Load Bed Liner | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Active Exhaust | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear Spoiler | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Spec | Elantra | Pegas |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | Not Officially Disclosed | 14 deg |
| Departure Angle | Not Officially Disclosed | 18 deg |
| Wading Depth | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Terrain Modes | Not Available | Not Available |
| Locking Differential | No | No |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | 20 deg | 16 deg |
| 4WD System Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Breakover Angle | Not Officially Disclosed | 16 deg |
| Ground Clearance Max | 130 mm | 148 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | 130 mm | 148 mm |
| Underbody Protection | Not confirmed | No |
| Recovery Hooks | Not confirmed | No |
| Ramp-over Angle | Not confirmed | 14 deg |
| Approach Angle Deg | Not confirmed | 14 deg |
| Departure Angle Deg | Not confirmed | 18 deg |
| Energy Recovery Display | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Off Road Descent Control | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Off Road Traction Assist | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Crawl Control | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear Skid Plate Guard | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Fuel Tank | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Transfer Case | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Mud | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Normal | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Rock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Sand | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Snow | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Terrain Response System | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Underbody Camera | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Wading Depth Mm | Not confirmed | - |
| Spec | Elantra | Pegas |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 225/45 R17 | 195/55 R16 |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy | Alloy Alloy |
| Front Brake Type | Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc | Drum |
| Spare Wheel Type | Steel | Temporary Spare |
| Parking Brake Type | Manual | Electronic |
| Tyre Load Index | 91 | 93 |
| Tyre Speed Rating | H | H |
| Wheel Rim Size | 17-inch Alloy | 195/55 R16 |
| Brake Type Front | Disc (Ventilated) | Ventilated Disc |
| Brake Type Rear | Disc | Drum |
| Spare Tyre | Steel | Temporary Spare |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless Radial | Radial |
| Wheel Diameter | 17-inch Alloy | 195/55 R16 |
| Handbrake Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Electronic |
| Wheels | 17-inch Alloy | Alloy Alloy |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | Not confirmed | 280 mm |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | Not confirmed | 230 mm |
| Front Tyre Width | Not confirmed | 195 mm |
| Rear Tyre Width | Not confirmed | 195 mm |
| Auto Brake Hold | Not confirmed | Electronic |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | Not confirmed | No |
| Brakes | Not confirmed | Ventilated Disc |
| Cornering Brake Control | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Electric Park Brake | Not confirmed | Electronic |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Leather Steering Wheel | Not confirmed | Leather |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | Not confirmed | Temporary Spare |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Trim | Not confirmed | Leather |
| Tyre Pressure Display | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Wheel Material | 17-inch Alloy | Alloy Alloy |
| Wheel Size Type | Not confirmed | 195/55 R16 |
| Spec | Elantra | Pegas |
|---|---|---|
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link | Coupled Torsion Beam Axle |
| Chassis Type | Monocoque | Unibody |
| Power Steering | Electric | Yes |
| Steering Column | Tilt | Adjustable |
| Front Suspension Type | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension Type | Multi-Link | Coupled Torsion Beam Axle |
| Front Track Width | Not confirmed | 1475 mm |
| Rear Track Width | Not confirmed | 1475 mm |
| Front Spring Type | Not confirmed | Coil Spring |
| Rear Spring Type | Not confirmed | Coil Spring |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Shock Absorber Type | Not confirmed | Telescopic |
| Chassis Material | Not confirmed | Unibody |
| MagneRide Damping | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear Axle Type | Not confirmed | Coupled Torsion Beam Axle |
| Shock Absorbers | Not confirmed | Telescopic |
| Suspension | Not confirmed | MacPherson Strut |
| Spec | Elantra | Pegas |
|---|---|---|
| Service Interval | 15000 km / 12 months | 15000 |
| Maintenance Plan | 3 Years / 45000 km | 3 Years / 45,000 km |
| First Service At | 15000 | 15000 |
| Service Plan Duration | 4 | 3 Years / 45,000 km |
| Service Plan Distance | 4 | 3 Years / 45,000 km |
| Alternator | 120A | Yes |
| Service Plan | 4 | 3 Years / 45,000 km |
| Service Intervals | 15000 km / 12 months | 15000 |
| Accessory Battery Type | Lead-acid | - |
| Approx Service Cost | Not confirmed | R2,200 per service |
| Battery Warranty | Not confirmed | 7 Years / 150,000 km |
| Engine Oil Capacity | Not confirmed | 3.5 l |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | Not confirmed | 15000 |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Spec | Elantra | Pegas |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty Years | 5 | 7 Years / 150,000 km |
| Warranty Kilometers | 5 | 7 Years / 150,000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | 5 Years | 5 Years |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | 5 Years | 5 Years |
| Basic Warranty | 5 | 7 Years / 150,000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | 5 Years | 5 Years |
| Warranty | 5 | 7 Years / 150,000 km |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | 5 Years | 5 Years |
| Spec | Elantra | Pegas |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 126 g/km | 136 g/km |
| Start Stop System | No | No |
| Variable Valve Timing | Yes | CVVT |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | Unleaded 95 | 93 Octane |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | Yes | Yes |
| Hybrid System Type | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Noise Level | Not confirmed | 67 dB |
| Particulate Filter | Not confirmed | No |
| Euro Emission Standard | Not confirmed | Euro 6 |
| Green NCAP Rating | Not confirmed | 4 |
| Idle CO2 Output | Not confirmed | 143 |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | Not confirmed | 136 |
| Spec | Elantra | Pegas |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Private and family | Flagship |
| Price Zar | 492900 ZAR | 274995 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Historical listed price | Current listed price |
| Starting Price | 492900 | 274995 |
| Starting Price Zar | 492900 | 274995 |
| Spec | Elantra | Pegas |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | Not confirmed | 11.8 l/100km |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | Not confirmed | 15.3 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | Not confirmed | 17.6 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | Not confirmed | 20.6 l/100km |
In depth: how these cars differ
This Elantra and Pegas 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: Elantra 36 vs Pegas 33.
Efficiency index: Elantra 67 vs Pegas 65.
Safety-equipment index: Elantra 84 vs Pegas 72.
Practicality index: Elantra 61 vs Pegas 57.
Ownership-cover index: Elantra 65 vs Pegas 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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Specification Evidence Index
A transparent comparison of published catalogue fields. This is not a road-test score, owner rating or editorial review rating, and it appears only when every vehicle clears the same comparable-data threshold.
Evidence-index readout
Elantra leads by 4 points
Elantra and Pegas are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Evidence leader
62
/100
Lead
4
points
Data
93%
source coverage
62
#1
Evidence leader
Elantra
93% source coverage
1 strong categories
Best at
Safety 84
Check
Performance 36
Performance
36
Efficiency
67
Safety
84
Practicality
61
Ownership
65
Leads by 4 points
58
#2
Pegas
99% source coverage
2 strong categories
Best at
Safety 72
Check
Performance 33
Performance
33
Efficiency
65
Safety
72
Practicality
57
Ownership
71
Performance 24%
Safety 22%
Practicality 22%
Efficiency 17%
Ownership 15%
Category leaders
What moves the verdict
Performance
Elantra +3
Efficiency
Elantra +2
Safety
Elantra +12
Practicality
Elantra +4
Ownership
Pegas +6
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Elantra
Performance
36/100
Efficiency
67/100
Safety
84/100
Practicality
61/100
Ownership
65/100
Pegas
Performance
33/100
Efficiency
65/100
Safety
72/100
Practicality
57/100
Ownership
71/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
Hyundai Elantra
leads the specification evidence index with 62 pts
vs 58 pts for Pegas
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Elantra leads. However, Pegas may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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Elantra vs Pegas 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.