Source type: Official OEM South Africa
Suzuki Ertiga vs Hyundai H1
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 H1
Discontinued model
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Suzuki Ertiga
1.5 GL AT
Petrol
4-Speed Automatic
Current
ZAR 363,900
ex-showroom
⚡ 77 kW
🔧 138 Nm
⛽ 15.4 km/l
VS
Hyundai H1
2.5 CRDi Executive
Diesel
5-Speed Automatic
Discontinued model
ZAR 899,900
last listed
Discontinued model
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⚡ 125 kW
🔧 441 Nm
⛽ 11.8 km/l
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Decision summary
Suzuki Ertiga vs Hyundai H1: the short answer
Ertiga and H1 are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Recorded price context
Ertiga:
current from
ZAR 304,900
·
H1:
last listed from
ZAR 899,900
Five key differences
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| Specification | Ertiga | H1 |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | Ertiga77 kW @ 6000 rpm | H1125 kW @ 3600 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | Ertiga138 Nm @ 4400 rpm | H1441 Nm @ 2000 rpm |
| Engine Size | Ertiga1462 cc | H12497 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | Ertiga15.4 km/l | H111.8 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | Ertiga180 mm | H1185 mm |
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Source type: Official OEM South Africa
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Ertiga
Strengths
- Better fuel efficiency
- Stronger listed safety equipment
- Stronger published ownership cover
Weak Spots
- Less powerful engine setup
- Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:
Published Efficiency
Specification evidence leader
H1
Strengths
- More powerful engine output
- Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
- Lower fuel efficiency
- Fewer listed safety features
- Lower published ownership cover
Best suited to:
Published Performance
Published Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
Ertiga
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
- Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published warranty or service cover
H1
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
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 | Ertiga | H1 |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2019 | 2008 |
| Generation | Second generation on HEARTECT-derived extended platform with 2,740mm wheelbase specifically for 7-seat layout; K15B engine consistent across second-generation Ertiga globally | Second generation H1 based on a proven commercial-derived platform; the architecture prioritises durability and packaging over dynamics |
| Facelift History | Second-generation Ertiga launched in SA in 2019; updated specification in 2022 added improved infotainment with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay; GL AT variant added to expand automatic lineup | Second generation H1 launched in SA in 2008; periodic infotainment and feature updates have been applied but the platform is long-standing |
| Facelift Launched Since | 2022 | 2008 |
| Facelift Version Ending | Current | Not confirmed |
| Body Style | MPV | MPV |
| Color Note | Pearl Arctic White, Premium Silver Metallic, Midnight Black Pearl, Oxford Blue Metallic | Not confirmed |
| Dealer Stock Note | Top grade in the South Africa lineup | Not confirmed |
| Model Year | 2026 | Not confirmed |
| Production Status | active | discontinued |
| Segment | MPV | MPV |
| Tare Mass Kg | 1165 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Type | MPV | MPV |
| Spec | Ertiga | H1 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4395 mm | 5125 mm |
| Width | 1735 mm | 1920 mm |
| Height | 1690 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2740 mm | 3200 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 180 mm | 185 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 l | 75 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 153 l | 820 l |
| Kerb Weight | 1165 kg | 2220 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 1680 kg | 3030 kg |
| Payload Capacity | 550 kg | 810 kg |
| Towing Capacity | 1000 kg | 2500 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 7 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Rows | 3 rows | 3 rows |
| Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 5.2 m | 5.6 m |
| Front Headroom | 995 mm | 1010 mm |
| Rear Headroom | 990 mm | 1000 mm |
| Front Legroom | 1040 mm | 1090 mm |
| Rear Legroom | 935 mm | 990 mm |
| Spec | Ertiga | H1 |
|---|---|---|
| Front Track Width | 1515 mm | 1665 mm |
| Rear Track Width | 1520 mm | 1675 mm |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam with Coil Spring | Leaf Spring |
| Chassis Type | Monocoque | Ladder Frame Body-on-Frame |
| Power Steering | Electric Power Assisted (EPAS) | Hydraulic |
| Steering Column | Tilt and Telescopic Adjustable | Tilt |
| Front Spring Type | Coil Spring | Coil |
| Rear Spring Type | Coil Spring | Multi-leaf |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | Standard | Yes |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | Standard | No |
| Shock Absorber Type | Telescopic Gas Dampers | Hydraulic |
| Chassis Material | Monocoque | Not confirmed |
| Front Suspension Type | MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring | MacPherson Strut |
| MagneRide Damping | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Rear Axle Type | Torsion Beam with Coil Spring | Not confirmed |
| Rear Suspension Type | Torsion Beam with Coil Spring | Leaf Spring |
| Shock Absorbers | Telescopic Gas Dampers | Hydraulic |
| Suspension | MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring | Not confirmed |
| Spec | Ertiga | H1 |
|---|---|---|
| Load Bed Length | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Climate Control | Manual Air Conditioning | Tri-Zone Auto Climate |
| Power Windows | All Four Windows | All + Sliding Door |
| Keyless Entry | Not Available | Yes |
| Push Button Start | Not Available | No |
| Wireless Charging | Not Available | No |
| Sunroof | Not Available | No |
| Electric Tailgate | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Automatic Headlamps | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Not Available | No |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | Not Available | No |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | 803 l | 3076 l |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | 803 l | 3076 l |
| Rear Window Defroster | Standard | Yes |
| Electric Mirror Folding | Electrically Adjustable Body-Coloured Mirrors | Not confirmed |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | Standard — Driver Height Adjustable | Not confirmed |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | Not Available | Yes |
| 12V Accessory Socket | 1 x 12V Socket | 12V |
| Speed Limiter | Not Available | Yes |
| AC Type | Manual Air Conditioning | Tri-Zone Auto Climate |
| Adaptive Dampers | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Climate Zones | Manual Air Conditioning | 2 |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | All Four Windows | Yes |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Engine Start Stop | Not Available | No |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Not Available | No |
| Engine Warranty | 4 Years | Not confirmed |
| Front Armrest | Standard Centre Armrest | Yes |
| Front Power Outlet | 1 x 12V Socket | Yes |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | 6.5 | Not confirmed |
| Glovebox Cooling | All Four Door Pockets | Not confirmed |
| Hill Start Assist | Standard | Not confirmed |
| Panoramic Roof | Not Available | No |
| Performance Data Logger | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Power Mirrors | All Four Windows | Yes |
| Push Button Start | Not Available | No |
| Rear Defogger | Standard | Not confirmed |
| Rear Seat Split | 60:40 Second Row + Full Third Row Fold Flat | Not confirmed |
| Rear Wing | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Rev Matching | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Seat Type | Premium Fabric | Not confirmed |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | All Seats | Not confirmed |
| Spare Wheel | Full Size Spare | Steel |
| Speed Alert System | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Stabilizer Bar | Standard | Not confirmed |
| Steering Mounted Controls | Standard | Yes |
| Telescopic Steering | Tilt and Telescopic | No |
| Tilt Steering | Tilt and Telescopic | Yes |
| Voice Command | Via Smartphone | Not confirmed |
| Voice Command Support | Via Smartphone Mirroring | Not confirmed |
| Accelerator 0 100 | 14.5 sec | Not confirmed |
| Air Conditioning | Manual Air Conditioning | Tri-Zone Auto Climate |
| Battery Preconditioning | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Bed Extender | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Bottle Holders | 6 | Not confirmed |
| Canopy Fitment | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Centre Console | Standard Centre Armrest | Not confirmed |
| Common Rail Injection | Multi-Point Fuel Injection (MPFI) | Not confirmed |
| Diff Lock | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Difflock | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Digital Speedometer | Analogue with Digital Trip Display | Not confirmed |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | Electrically Adjustable Body-Coloured Mirrors | Not confirmed |
| Front Diff Lock | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Front Wiper | Standard | Not confirmed |
| Front Wipers Type | Standard | Not confirmed |
| Glove Box | All Four Door Pockets | Not confirmed |
| Intelligent Battery System | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Lift Gate | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Load Bed Cover | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Load Bed Light | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Load Bed Steps | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Loadbox Length Mm | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Loadbox Width Mm | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Manual Aircon | Manual Air Conditioning | Not confirmed |
| Mirror | Electrically Adjustable Body-Coloured Mirrors | Not confirmed |
| One Pedal Driving | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Passive Entry Start | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Power Socket 12v | 1 x 12V Socket | Not confirmed |
| Powered Tailgate | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Rear Air Conditioning | Third Row AC Vents | Not confirmed |
| Rear Diff Lock | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Rear Electric Motor | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Remote Central Locking | Remote Central Locking | Not confirmed |
| Remote Side Mirror | Electrically Adjustable Body-Coloured Mirrors | Not confirmed |
| Rim Size | 15 Inches | 16 |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Side Impact Bars | Standard | Not confirmed |
| Sonar | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors | Not confirmed |
| Sound System | 4 | 6 |
| Source Model Column | ertiga | Not confirmed |
| Sport Plus Mode | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Sports Bar | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | Standard | Not confirmed |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | Standard | Not confirmed |
| Steering Column Adjustment | Tilt and Telescopic | Not confirmed |
| Sub Frame | Monocoque | Not confirmed |
| Surround View Monitor | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Tailgate Damper | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Tailgate Lock | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Tow Bar Type | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| TPMS | Not Available | Yes |
| Trim Level | top | Not confirmed |
| Unlocking | Not Available | Yes |
| Variant Role | Core range derivative | Not confirmed |
| Vdc | Standard | Not confirmed |
| Vehicle To Grid | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Vehicle To Load | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Walk Away Lock | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Wireless Charger | Not Available | No |
| Boot Opener | - | Inside |
| Door Ajar Warning | - | Yes |
| Engine Check Warning | - | Yes |
| Fuel Lid Opener | - | Inside |
| Headlamp Height Adjust | - | Manual |
| Headlamp Washer | - | No |
| Heads Up Display | - | No |
| Rear Reading Lamps | - | Yes |
| Service Reminder | - | Yes |
| Tachometer | - | Yes |
| Trip Computer | - | Yes |
| Vanity Mirror | - | Yes |
| Spec | Ertiga | H1 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol | 2.5-litre Turbocharged Diesel |
| Engine Code | K15B | D4CB |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Diesel |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 1462 cc | 2497 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Cylinder Layout | Inline | Inline |
| Valves | 16 | 16 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated | Turbocharged |
| Fuel System | Multi-Point Injection | Common Rail Direct Injection |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Bore | 74 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Stroke | 85.1 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Maximum Power | 77 kW @ 6000 rpm | 125 kW @ 3600 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 138 Nm @ 4400 rpm | 441 Nm @ 2000 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 | RWD |
| Transmission | 4-Speed Automatic | 5-Speed Automatic |
| Top Speed | 175 km/h | 180 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 14.5 sec | 12.5 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 Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 66.1 kW/tonne | 56.3 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 118.5 Nm/tonne | 198.6 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 | Ertiga | H1 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Position | Transverse Front-Mounted | Front |
| Gearbox | 4-Speed Automatic | 5-speed Automatic |
| Drivetrain Layout | Front Wheel Drive | RWD |
| LSD Available | Not Applicable | No |
| Transfer Case | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Paddle Shifters | Not Applicable | No |
| Final Drive Ratio | 4.388:1 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | 2.8 | Not confirmed |
| Number of Gears | 4 | 5 |
| Transmission Type | 4-Speed Automatic | Automatic |
| Clutch Type | Single Dry Plate Diaphragm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Not Applicable | Yes |
| Gear Shift Type | 4-Speed Automatic | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
| 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 Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Differential Type Front | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Differential Type Rear | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Gearbox Type | 4-Speed Automatic | Automatic |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Axle Layout | FWD | RWD |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Transfer Case Guard | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Transmission Speeds | 4 | 5 |
| Spec | Ertiga | H1 |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 15.4 km/l | 11.8 km/l |
| City Mileage | 12.8 km/l | 9.5 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | 18.2 km/l | 14.5 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 l | 75 l |
| Emission Standard | Euro 5 | Euro 6 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Auto Start Stop | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Real-world Mileage | 15.4 km/l | 11.8 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 45 | 75 |
| 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 |
| Distance To Empty | - | Yes |
| Low Fuel Warning | - | Yes |
| Spec | Ertiga | H1 |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 6 | 6 |
| ABS | Standard | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard | Yes |
| Traction Control | Standard | Yes |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Hill Start Assist | Standard | Yes |
| Child Safety Lock | Standard | Yes |
| ISOFIX Mounts | 2 Rear ISOFIX Points | Yes |
| Brake Assist | Standard | Yes |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Not Available | Yes |
| Engine Immobiliser | Standard | Yes |
| Alarm System | Standard | Yes |
| Central Locking | Remote Central Locking | Yes |
| Side Impact Beams | Standard | Yes |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | All Seats | Yes |
| Speed Alert System | Standard — Audible Warning at 120 km/h | Yes |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Front Parking Sensors | Not Available | No |
| Safety Rating | Not Independently Rated | Not Rated (SA) |
| Whiplash Protection | Active Head Restraints on Front Seats | Not confirmed |
| Lane Change Warning | Not Available | No |
| AEB | Not Available | No |
| BA | Standard | Yes |
| Brake Override System | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Curtain Airbags | Not Available | No |
| Driver Airbag | 6 | Yes |
| EBD | Standard | Yes |
| Engine Immobiliser | Standard | Yes |
| Hill Hold | Standard | Yes |
| Passenger Airbag | 6 | Yes |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Not Available | No |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | All Seats | Yes |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Side Airbags | Not Available | Yes |
| Stability Control | Standard | Yes |
| TCS | Standard | Yes |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Knee Airbag | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| ABS EBD | Standard | Yes |
| Anti Theft Alarm | Standard | Not confirmed |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | 6 | Not confirmed |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | 6 | Not confirmed |
| ESC With Traction Control | Standard | Not confirmed |
| Fatigue Detection | - | No |
| Spec | Ertiga | H1 |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Standard | Yes |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Not Available | No |
| Lane Keep Assist | Not Available | No |
| Lane Departure Warning | Not Available | No |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Not Available | No |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Not Available | No |
| Parking Sensors | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors | Rear |
| Rear View Camera | Standard Reverse Camera | Yes |
| 360 Degree Camera | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Not Available | No |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Not Available | No |
| Auto Highbeam | Not Available | No |
| Auto Lights | Not Available | Yes |
| Auto Wipers | Not Available | No |
| EV Mode | Not Available | No |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors | Yes |
| Reverse Camera | Standard Reverse Camera | Yes |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Not Available | No |
| Park Assist | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Around View Monitor | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Blind Spot Warning | Not Available | No |
| Emergency Braking | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Forward Collision Warning | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Front Camera | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Parking Distance Sensors | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors | Not confirmed |
| Parking Sensor | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors | Not confirmed |
| Pre-Collision System | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Rear View Camera | Standard Reverse Camera | Not confirmed |
| Reverse Camera Type | Standard Reverse Camera | Not confirmed |
| Reversing Camera | Standard Reverse Camera | Not confirmed |
| Surround View Camera | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Eco Mode | - | Yes |
| Sport Mode | - | No |
| Spec | Ertiga | H1 |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Premium Fabric | Leather Captain Seats |
| Seat Adjustment | Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment | Power (1st Row), Manual (2nd & 3rd) |
| Heated Seats | Not Applicable | Front |
| Ventilated Seats | Not Applicable | No |
| Steering Type | Electric Power Assisted (EPAS) | Hydraulic |
| Steering Adjustment | Tilt and Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Ambient Lighting | Not Applicable | No |
| Folding Rear Seats | 60:40 Second Row + Full Third Row Fold Flat | 3rd Row Fold Flat |
| Front Armrest | Standard Centre Armrest | Yes |
| Rear Armrest | Integrated in Seat Back | Yes |
| Front Shoulder Room | 1395 mm | 1530 mm |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Cup Holders | 6 | 4 |
| Rear AC Vents | Third Row AC Vents | Yes |
| Rear USB Ports | 2 | Not confirmed |
| Steering Wheel Material | Urethane | Leather |
| Instrument Cluster Type | Analogue with Digital Trip Display | Analogue + MID |
| Interior Colour Options | 2 | Black |
| Driver Lumbar Support | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Door Map Pockets | All Four Door Pockets | Yes |
| 60 40 Split Seat | 60:40 Second Row + Full Third Row Fold Flat | Yes |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment | Manual |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fabric Seats | Premium Fabric | Yes |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Armrest Front | Standard Centre Armrest | Not confirmed |
| Armrest Rear | Integrated in Seat Back | Not confirmed |
| Boot Space Seats Down | 803 | Not confirmed |
| Driver Seat | Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment | Not confirmed |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | Three rows of seating for 7 occupants, fold-flat second and third rows, 9-inch touchscreen on GLX with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, reverse camera on GLX, dual front airbags standard, ABS standard, manual air-conditio | Not confirmed |
| Interior Trim Colour | 2 | Not confirmed |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | Premium Fabric | Not confirmed |
| Interior Colours | 2 | Not confirmed |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | Integrated in Seat Back | Not confirmed |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Seat Belt Warning | All Seats | Not confirmed |
| Seat Fold Type | 60:40 Second Row + Full Third Row Fold Flat | Not confirmed |
| Seat Trim | Premium Fabric | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Adjustable Front Seat | - | Manual |
| Cooled Seats | - | No |
| Front Headrest | - | Yes |
| Leather Seats | - | No |
| Memory Seats | - | No |
| Rear Headrest | - | Yes |
| Spec | Ertiga | H1 |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | 7-inch Touchscreen | 8-inch Touchscreen |
| Apple CarPlay | Wired Apple CarPlay | Yes |
| Android Auto | Wired Android Auto | Yes |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Standard | Yes |
| Number of Speakers | 4 | 6 |
| Navigation System | Via Smartphone Mirroring | Yes |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | 7-inch Colour Digital MID | Multi-Info Display |
| USB Ports | 2 | 2 |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Wired Apple CarPlay | Yes |
| Wireless Android Auto | Wired Android Auto | Yes |
| FM Radio | Standard | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Standard | Yes |
| Voice Recognition | Via Smartphone | Yes |
| AUX Input | Not Available | Yes |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 7-inch Touchscreen | 8 inch |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Audio Controls On Steering | Standard | Yes |
| Infotainment Display | 7-inch Touchscreen | Touchscreen |
| Rear Usb | 2 | Yes |
| Audio | Standard | Not confirmed |
| Audio Speakers | 4 | 6 |
| Audio System | Standard | Not confirmed |
| Display Audio | 7-inch Touchscreen | Not confirmed |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | 2 | Not confirmed |
| Infotainment Screen | 7-inch Touchscreen | 8 inch |
| Multi Information Display | Analogue with Digital Trip Display | Not confirmed |
| Connected Services | Standard | Not confirmed |
| Voice Control | Via Smartphone | Not confirmed |
| Smartphone Connectivity | Wired Apple CarPlay | Not confirmed |
| Radio | Standard | Not confirmed |
| Touchscreen | 7-inch Touchscreen | 8 inch |
| Spec | Ertiga | H1 |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | Halogen Projector Headlamps | No |
| Daytime Running Lamps | LED DRLs | Yes |
| Fog Lamps | Front Fog Lamps | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Not Available | No |
| Alloy Wheel Design | 15-inch Alloy Wheels | 16-inch Alloy |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Body Cladding | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Rear Spoiler | Not Available | Yes |
| Exterior Colour Options | 6 | Creamy White, Phantom Black, Sleek Silver |
| Roof Type | Standard Fixed Roof | Not confirmed |
| Wing Mirror Type | Electrically Adjustable Body-Coloured Mirrors | Power Adjustable |
| Rear Wiper | Standard | Yes |
| Door Handle Finish | Body-Coloured Door Handles | Body Coloured |
| Body Type | MPV | MPV |
| DRL | LED DRLs | Yes |
| Fog Lights | Front Fog Lamps | Yes |
| Front Fog Lights | Front Fog Lamps | Yes |
| Led Headlights | Halogen Projector Headlamps | No |
| Auto Headlights | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Automatic Headlamps | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Daytime Running Lights | LED DRLs | Yes |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Exterior Colour Options | 4 | Not confirmed |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | Body-Coloured Door Handles | Not confirmed |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | All Four Windows | Yes |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | Electrically Adjustable Body-Coloured Mirrors | Not confirmed |
| Front Fog Lamps | Front Fog Lamps | Yes |
| Headlamp Levelling | Halogen Projector Headlamps | Not confirmed |
| Headlamps | Halogen Projector Headlamps | No |
| Headlight Type | Halogen Projector Headlamps | No |
| Headlights | Halogen Projector Headlamps | No |
| Load Bed Liner | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Active Exhaust | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Rear Spoiler | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Sunroof Slide | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Sunroof Tilt | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Led Taillights | - | No |
| Spec | Ertiga | H1 |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | 18 deg | 21 deg |
| Departure Angle | 20 deg | 20 deg |
| Wading Depth | 0 mm | 300 mm |
| Terrain Modes | Not Available | Not Available |
| Locking Differential | Not Applicable | No |
| Underbody Protection | Not Available | Yes |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | 0 deg | 16 deg |
| Recovery Hooks | 1 Rear Tow Hook | Not confirmed |
| 4WD System Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Ramp-over Angle | 0 deg | Not confirmed |
| Approach Angle Deg | 18 deg | Not confirmed |
| Breakover Angle | 0 deg | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Departure Angle Deg | 20 deg | Not confirmed |
| Energy Recovery Display | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Ground Clearance Max | 180 mm | 185 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | 180 mm | 185 mm |
| Off Road Descent Control | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Off Road Traction Assist | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Crawl Control | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Rear Skid Plate Guard | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Skid Plates Fuel Tank | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Skid Plates Transfer Case | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Terrain Mode Mud | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Terrain Mode Normal | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Terrain Mode Rock | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Terrain Mode Sand | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Terrain Mode Snow | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Terrain Response System | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Underbody Camera | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Wading Depth Mm | 0 mm | Not confirmed |
| Spec | Ertiga | H1 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 185/65 R15 | 235/65 R16 |
| Wheel Type | 15-inch Alloy Wheels | 16-inch Alloy |
| Front Brake Type | Ventilated Disc | Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Drum | Disc |
| Spare Wheel Type | Full Size Spare | Steel |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | 258 mm | 320 mm |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | 200 mm | 294 mm |
| Parking Brake Type | Conventional Handbrake | Manual |
| Tyre Load Index | 88 | 91 |
| Tyre Speed Rating | H | H |
| Wheel Rim Size | 15 Inches | 16 |
| Brake Type Front | Ventilated Disc | Disc (Ventilated) |
| Brake Type Rear | Drum | Disc |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size Spare | Steel |
| Tyre Type | 185/65 R15 | Tubeless Radial |
| Wheel Diameter | 15 Inches | 16 |
| Auto Brake Hold | Conventional Handbrake | Not confirmed |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Not confirmed |
| Cornering Brake Control | Standard | Not confirmed |
| Electric Park Brake | Conventional Handbrake | Not confirmed |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Handbrake Type | Conventional Handbrake | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | Standard | Not confirmed |
| Leather Steering Wheel | Urethane | Not confirmed |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | Full Size Spare | Not confirmed |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Standard | Not confirmed |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | Standard | Not confirmed |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | Standard | Not confirmed |
| Steering Wheel Trim | Urethane | Not confirmed |
| Tyre Pressure Display | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Not Available | Yes |
| Wheel Material | 15-inch Alloy Wheels | 16-inch Alloy |
| Wheel Size Type | 15 Inches | Not confirmed |
| Wheels | 15-inch Alloy Wheels | 16-inch Alloy |
| Spec | Ertiga | H1 |
|---|---|---|
| Service Interval | 15,000 km or 12 Months | 15000 km / 12 months |
| Approx Service Cost | Approx R2,000–R2,500 per Service | R5500 |
| Battery Warranty | 12 Months | Not confirmed |
| Maintenance Plan | Not Included | 3 Years / 45000 km |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 3.7 l | 6.5 l |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | 10,000 km or 6 Months | 15000 |
| First Service At | 1,000 km Inspection | 15000 |
| Service Plan Duration | Not Included | 4 |
| Service Plan Distance | Not Included | 4 |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | Underbody Rust Protection | Not confirmed |
| Service Plan | Not Included | 4 |
| Service Intervals | 15,000 km or 12 Months | 15000 km / 12 months |
| Alternator | - | 120A |
| Accessory Battery Type | - | Lead-acid |
| Spec | Ertiga | H1 |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty Years | 5 | 5 |
| Warranty Kilometers | 5 | 5 |
| Roadside Assistance | 5 Years Roadside Assistance | 5 Years |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | 3 Years Anti-Corrosion | 5 Years |
| Basic Warranty | 5 | 5 |
| Roadside Assistance | 5 Years Roadside Assistance | 5 Years |
| Warranty | 5 | 5 |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | 5 Years Roadside Assistance | 5 Years |
| Spec | Ertiga | H1 |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 153 g/km | 215 g/km |
| Start Stop System | Not Available | No |
| Hybrid System Type | Not Applicable | Not confirmed |
| Noise Level | 68 dB | 70 dB |
| Variable Valve Timing | VVT on Intake Camshaft | Yes |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | 93 RON Unleaded | Diesel |
| Particulate Filter | Gasoline Particulate Filter (GPF) | Not confirmed |
| Euro Emission Standard | Euro 5 | Euro 4 |
| Green NCAP Rating | Not Independently Rated | Not confirmed |
| Idle CO2 Output | Within Euro 5 Limits | Not confirmed |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP) | Yes |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | 153 | Not confirmed |
| Spec | Ertiga | H1 |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | 6.5 l/100km | Not confirmed |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | 8.5 l/100km | Not confirmed |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | 5.0 l/100km | Not confirmed |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | 6.5 l/100km | Not confirmed |
| Owner Review Count | 0 | Not confirmed |
| Spec | Ertiga | H1 |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Top | Private and family |
| Price Zar | 363900 ZAR | 899900 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Current listed price | Historical listed price |
| Starting Price | 363900 | 899900 |
| Starting Price Zar | 363900 | 899900 |
In depth: how these cars differ
This Ertiga and H1 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: Ertiga 29 vs H1 59.
Efficiency index: Ertiga 59 vs H1 47.
Safety-equipment index: Ertiga 86 vs H1 68.
Practicality index: Ertiga 55 vs H1 86.
Ownership-cover index: Ertiga 71 vs H1 65.
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
H1 leads by 7 points
Ertiga and H1 are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Evidence leader
66
/100
Lead
7
points
Data
97%
source coverage
66
#1
Evidence leader
H1
97% source coverage
1 strong categories
Best at
Practicality 86
Check
Efficiency 47
Performance
59
Efficiency
47
Safety
68
Practicality
86
Ownership
65
Leads by 7 points
59
#2
Ertiga
92% source coverage
2 strong categories
Best at
Safety 86
Check
Performance 29
Performance
29
Efficiency
59
Safety
86
Practicality
55
Ownership
71
Performance 24%
Safety 22%
Practicality 22%
Efficiency 17%
Ownership 15%
Category leaders
What moves the verdict
Performance
H1 +30
Efficiency
Ertiga +12
Safety
Ertiga +18
Practicality
H1 +31
Ownership
Ertiga +6
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
H1
Performance
59/100
Efficiency
47/100
Safety
68/100
Practicality
86/100
Ownership
65/100
Ertiga
Performance
29/100
Efficiency
59/100
Safety
86/100
Practicality
55/100
Ownership
71/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
Hyundai H1
leads the specification evidence index with 66 pts
vs 59 pts for Ertiga
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, H1 leads. However, Ertiga may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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Ertiga vs H1 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.