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.
Ford Everest vs Hyundai Grand i10: the short answer
Everest has a large lead in Hagalu's source-backed catalogue index over Grand i10.
Grand i10 starts ZAR 606,100 cheaperEverest from ZAR 825,000 · Grand i10 from ZAR 218,900
Five key differences
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Specification
Everest
Grand i10
Maximum Power
Everest184 kW @ 3250 rpm
Grand i1061 kW @ 6300 rpm
Maximum Torque
Everest600 Nm
Grand i10114 Nm @ 4200 rpm
Engine Size
Everest2993 cc
Grand i101197 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
Everest11.8 km/l
Grand i1016.9 km/l
Ground Clearance
Everest226 mm
Grand i10170 mm
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Independent editorial assessment
Hagalu editorial ratings
When a variant is selected, its rating out of five applies only to that exact derivative; a model-range review is not inherited. Editorial ratings are separate from the Specification Evidence Index out of 100 and are not customer ratings.
Ford Everest
3.0TD V6 Platinum 10AT 4WD
Hagalu editorial rating
4.3/5★★★★★★★★★★
Desk research · Exact variant
Hagalu Editorial Team ·
Editorial assessment, not a customer rating. Not road-tested for this review.
Not yet rated means a complete review is not published; it does not mean the vehicle scored zero. Read the rating methodology.
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Specification evidence leader
Everest
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Stronger listed safety equipment
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Lower fuel efficiency
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished Practicality
Grand i10
Strengths
Better fuel efficiency
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Fewer listed safety features
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published Efficiency
Which One's Right for You?
Everest
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Grand i10
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
Everest
Grand i10
Model Introduced Year
2022
2014
Generation
Current-generation Ford Everest
Second generation Grand i10 sold in SA with a 2023 facelift; based on the global third-gen i10 platform adapted for emerging markets
Facelift History
Major generational update in 2022 with improved safety, technology, and design
Second generation arrived in 2017; facelift with updated front styling and infotainment in 2023
Facelift Launched Since
2022
2023
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
SUV
Hatchback
Color Note
White, Black, Silver, Grey, Blue
White, Silver, Red, Blue, Grey
Dealer Stock Note
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Fluid grade in the South Africa lineup
Drivetrain Note
Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 3.0TD V6 Platinum 10AT 4WD
-
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
active
active
Segment
SUV
Hatchback
Tare Mass Kg
2450 kg
975 kg
Vehicle Type
SUV
Hatchback
Spec
Everest
Grand i10
Length
4914 mm
3665 mm
Width
1923 mm
1660 mm
Height
1842 mm
1520 mm
Wheelbase
2900 mm
2385 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
226 mm
170 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
170 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Tank Capacity
80 l
35 l
Boot/Cargo Space
259 l
235 l
Kerb Weight
2450 kg
975 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
3150 kg
1410 kg
Payload Capacity
680 kg
435 kg
Towing Capacity
3500 kg
Not Officially Disclosed
Seating Capacity
7 seats
5 seats
Number of Rows
3 rows
2 rows
Doors
5 doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
5.9 m
Not Officially Disclosed
Front Headroom
972 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Headroom
953 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Front Legroom
1058 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Legroom
912 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
Everest
Grand i10
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Front Suspension
Independent double wishbone
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension
Coil spring with Watts linkage
Torsion Beam
Chassis Type
Ladder Frame
Monocoque
Chassis Material
Ladder Frame
Monocoque
MagneRide Damping
Not Available
-
Power Steering
-
Electric
Steering Column
-
Tilt
Front Spring Type
-
MacPherson Strut
Rear Spring Type
-
Torsion Beam
Front Suspension Type
Independent double wishbone
MacPherson Strut
Rear Axle Type
-
Torsion Beam
Rear Suspension Type
Coil spring with Watts linkage
Torsion Beam
Suspension
-
MacPherson Strut
Spec
Everest
Grand i10
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Climate Control
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Manual AC
Power Windows
Yes
All
Keyless Entry
Yes
Yes
Push Button Start
Yes
No
Wireless Charging
Yes
No
Sunroof
Not Available
No
Electric Tailgate
Yes
Not Available
Rain Sensing Wipers
Yes
No
Boot Space Seats Folded
Not Applicable
235 l
AC Type
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Manual AC
Adaptive Dampers
Not Available
-
Performance Data Logger
Not Available
-
Rev Matching
Not Available
-
Skid Plates
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not Available
Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
Not Available
Bed Extender
Not Available
Not Available
Canopy Fitment
Not Available
Not Available
Intelligent Battery System
Not Available
Not Available
Load Bed Cover
Not Available
Not Available
Load Bed Light
Not Available
Not Available
Load Bed Steps
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Depth Mm
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Loadbox Rope Hooks
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
One Pedal Driving
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Electric Motor
Not Available
Not Available
Regenerative Braking Levels
Not Available
Not Available
Source Model Column
everest
grand-i10
Sport Plus Mode
Not Available
-
Sports Bar
Not Available
Not Available
Sub Frame
Ladder Frame
Monocoque
Tailgate Damper
Not Available
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Tow Bar Type
Not Available
Not Available
Trailer Stability Assist
Confirmed 4WD derivative
-
Trailer Sway Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
-
Trim Level
flagship
fluid
Variant Role
Flagship / premium derivative
Mid-to-high value derivative
Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
Not Available
Vehicle To Load
Not Available
Not Available
Automatic Headlamps
-
Yes
Auto Dimming Mirror
-
No
Rear Window Defroster
-
Yes
Electric Mirror Folding
-
Power Adjustable
Follow Me Home Headlamps
-
Yes
12V Accessory Socket
-
12V
Auto Dimming Irvm
-
No
Boot Opener
-
Inside
Climate Zones
-
1
Door Ajar Warning
-
Yes
Electric Folding Mirrors
-
Yes
Engine Check Warning
-
Yes
Engine Start Button Illumination
-
No
Engine Start Stop
Yes
No
Engine Start Stop Button
Yes
No
Engine Warranty
-
4
Front Armrest
-
Yes
Front Power Outlet
-
Yes
Fuel Consumption Combined
-
5.9
Fuel Lid Opener
-
Inside
Glovebox Cooling
-
Yes
Headlamp Height Adjust
-
Manual
Headlamp Washer
-
No
Hill Start Assist
-
Yes
Panoramic Roof
Not Available
No
Power Mirrors
-
Yes
Push Button Start
Yes
No
Rear Defogger
-
Yes
Rear Reading Lamps
-
Yes
Rear Seat Split
-
60/40 Split
Rear Wing
-
Yes
Seat Type
-
Fabric
Seatbelt Pre Tensioner
-
Yes
Service Reminder
-
Yes
Spare Wheel
Full-size spare wheel
Full Size
Steering Mounted Controls
-
Yes
Tachometer
-
Yes
Telescopic Steering
-
No
Tilt Steering
-
Yes
Trip Computer
-
Yes
Vanity Mirror
-
Yes
Voice Command
-
Yes
Voice Command Support
-
Yes
Accelerator 0 100
-
12.8 sec
Air Conditioning
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Manual AC
Bottle Holders
-
4
Centre Console
-
Yes
Common Rail Injection
-
Multi-Point Fuel Injection
Diff Lock
-
No
Difflock
-
No
Digital Speedometer
-
Analogue + MID
Front Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Front Wiper
-
Yes
Front Wipers Type
-
Yes
Glove Box
-
Yes
Intelligent Keyless Entry
-
Yes
Manual Aircon
-
Manual AC
Mirror
-
Power Adjustable
Passive Entry Start
-
Yes
Power Socket 12v
-
12V
Reading Lights Rear
-
Yes
Rear Air Conditioning
-
No
Rear Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Rearview Mirror Inside
-
No
Remote Central Locking
-
Yes
Remote Side Mirror
-
Power Adjustable
Rim Size
Not Available
14
Roof Rack Compatibility
-
No
Sonar
-
Rear
Sound System
10
6
Steering Column Adjustment
-
Tilt
TPMS
Not Available
Yes
Unlocking
Yes
Yes
Vanity Mirror Illuminated
-
Yes
Vdc
-
Yes
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
-
Yes
Walk Away Lock
-
Yes
Wireless Charger
Yes
No
Spec
Everest
Grand i10
Engine
3-litre Turbocharged Diesel
1.2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
Engine Code
Ford 3.0 V6 turbo diesel
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
2993 cc
1197 cc
Cylinders
6
4
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Inline
Valves
24
12
Valves per Cylinder
4
3
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Naturally Aspirated
Fuel System
Common-rail direct injection
Multi-Point Injection
Compression Ratio
16.0:1
Not Officially Disclosed
Bore
82.0 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
94.6 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
184 kW @ 3250 rpm
61 kW @ 6300 rpm
Maximum Torque
600 Nm
114 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
4WD
FWD
Transmission
10-Speed Automatic
5-Speed Manual
Top Speed
210 km/h
171 km/h
0-100 km/h
8.2 sec
12.8 sec
Quarter Mile
16.2 sec
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Eco, Comfort, Sport
Eco, Normal
Launch Control
No
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
4800 rpm
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
75.1 kW/tonne
62.6 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
244.9 Nm/tonne
116.9 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
Everest
Grand i10
Engine Position
Front longitudinal
Front
Gearbox
10-Speed Automatic
5-speed Manual
Drivetrain Layout
4WD
FWD
LSD Available
Not Applicable
No
Transfer Case
Two-speed electronic transfer case
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Yes
No
Paddle Shifters
No
No
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
10
5
Transmission Type
Automatic
Manual
Clutch Type
Torque converter
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Yes
Gear Shift Type
Automatic selector
5-speed Manual
Drivetrain
4WD
Front-Wheel Drive
4WD Engagement
Electronic shift-on-the-fly
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
Yes
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
Yes
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Electronic 4WD selector
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Applicable
No
Drive Mode Selector
4WD/off-road drive mode support
-
Front Differential Lock
No
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
Automatic
5-speed Manual
Low Range Ratio
2.7
Not Applicable
Low Range
Yes
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
Front and rear driven axles
Front-Wheel Drive
Rear Differential Lock
Yes
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
10
5
Differential Type Front
-
Not Available
Differential Type Rear
-
Not Available
Transfer Case Guard
-
Not Available
Spec
Everest
Grand i10
Claimed Mileage
11.8 km/l
16.9 km/l
City Mileage
9.9 km/l
13.6 km/l
Highway Mileage
13.7 km/l
19.9 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
80 l
35 l
Emission Standard
Not Applicable
Euro 6
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
No
Real-world Mileage
11.8 km/l
16.9 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
80
35
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
Everest
Grand i10
Airbags
6
6
ABS
Yes
Yes
Electronic Stability Control
Yes
Yes
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Hill Descent Control
Yes
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Yes
Yes
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Yes
ISOFIX Mounts
Yes
Yes
Brake Assist
Yes
Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Not Available
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
Yes
Yes
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Yes
Yes
Front Parking Sensors
Yes
Not Available
AEB
Yes
No
BA
Not Available
Yes
Brake Override System
Yes
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Not Available
Not Available
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
Yes
Yes
Side Airbags
Not Available
Not Available
Stability Control
Yes
Yes
TCS
Yes
Yes
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Not Available
ABS EBD
Yes
Yes
Alarm System
-
Yes
Central Locking
-
Yes
Speed Alert System
-
Yes
Safety Rating
-
Not Rated (SA)
Blind Spot Monitoring
-
No
Anti Theft Alarm
-
Yes
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
-
6
Driver Passenger Airbags
-
6
ESC With Traction Control
-
Yes
Spec
Everest
Grand i10
Cruise Control
Adaptive cruise control
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 and rear
Rear
Rear View Camera
Yes
Yes
360 Degree Camera
Yes
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Yes
No
Driver Fatigue Alert
Yes
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Yes
No
Auto Highbeam
Yes
Not Available
Auto Wipers
Yes
No
EV Mode
Not Available
No
Rear Parking Sensors
Yes
Rear
Reverse Camera
Yes
Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
No
Park Assist
Yes
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Yes
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
Yes
No
Forward Collision Warning
Yes
Not Available
Auto Lights
-
Yes
Eco Mode
-
Yes
Sport Mode
-
No
Emergency Braking
-
No
Parking Distance Sensors
-
Rear
Parking Sensor
-
Rear
Pre-Collision System
-
No
Rain Sensor Wipers
-
No
Rear View Camera
-
Yes
Reverse Camera Type
-
Yes
Reversing Camera
-
Yes
Spec
Everest
Grand i10
Seat Material
Leather-accented upholstery
Fabric
Heated Seats
Yes
No
Ventilated Seats
Yes
No
Ambient Lighting
Yes
No
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Steering Wheel Material
Leather
Leather
Interior Colour Options
5
5
60 40 Split Seat
Yes
Yes
Driver Seat Adjustment
Power adjustment
Manual
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Power adjustment
Manual
Interior Courtesy Lamps
Premium interior design, large touchscreen, digital cluster, driver assistance features
Touchscreen infotainment with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on upper trims, simple and practical cabin layout, adequate rear legroom for a sub-compact
Interior Colours
5
5
Seat Trim
Leather-accented upholstery
Fabric
Seat Adjustment
-
Manual
Steering Type
-
Electric
Steering Adjustment
-
Tilt
Folding Rear Seats
-
60/40 Split
Front Armrest
-
Yes
Rear Armrest
-
No
Cup Holders
-
4
Rear AC Vents
-
No
Rear USB Ports
-
2
Instrument Cluster Type
-
Analogue + MID
Door Map Pockets
-
Yes
Adjustable Driver Seat
-
Manual
Adjustable Front Seat
-
Manual
Cooled Seats
-
No
Fabric Seats
-
Yes
Front Headrest
-
Yes
Leather Seats
-
No
Memory Seats
-
No
Rear Headrest
-
Yes
Armrest Front
-
Yes
Armrest Rear
-
No
Driver Seat
-
Manual
Leather Accented Seat Trim
-
Fabric
Rear Seat Centre Armrest
-
No
Seat Belt Warning
-
Yes
Seat Fold Type
-
60/40 Split
Spec
Everest
Grand i10
Infotainment System
SYNC 4 infotainment system
8-inch Touchscreen
Apple CarPlay
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Yes
Android Auto
Wireless Android Auto
Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Yes
Number of Speakers
10
6
Digital Instrument Cluster
12.4-inch digital instrument cluster
No
USB Ports
USB-A and USB-C
2
Infotainment Screen Size
12
8-inch Touchscreen
Infotainment Screen
12
8-inch Touchscreen
Connected Services
SYNC
Yes
Touchscreen
12
8-inch Touchscreen
Navigation System
-
Yes
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Yes
Wireless Android Auto
Wireless Android Auto
Yes
FM Radio
-
Yes
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
-
Yes
Voice Recognition
-
Yes
AUX Input
-
Yes
Audio Controls On Steering
-
Yes
Infotainment Display
-
Touchscreen
Rear Usb
-
Yes
Audio
-
Yes
Audio Speakers
10
6
Audio System
-
Yes
Display Audio
-
8-inch Touchscreen
Front Rear USB Charge Ports
-
2
Multi Information Display
-
Analogue + MID
Voice Control
-
Yes
Smartphone Connectivity
-
Yes
Radio
-
Yes
Spec
Everest
Grand i10
LED Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
LED daytime running lights
LED
Fog Lamps
Yes
Yes
Roof Rails
Yes
No
Exterior Colour Options
Multiple Ford South Africa factory exterior colours
This Everest and Grand i10 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: Everest 88 vs Grand i10 27.
Efficiency index: Everest 52 vs Grand i10 66.
Safety-equipment index: Everest 92 vs Grand i10 68.
Practicality index: Everest 77 vs Grand i10 53.
Ownership-cover index: Everest not separately scored vs Grand i10 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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Evidence / 100
Evidence-index readout
Everest leads by 25 points
Everest has a large lead in Hagalu's source-backed catalogue index over Grand i10.
Large difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Everest
Performance
88/100
Efficiency
52/100
Safety
92/100
Practicality
77/100
Grand i10
Performance
27/100
Efficiency
66/100
Safety
68/100
Practicality
53/100
Ownership
65/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexFord Everest
leads the specification evidence index with 79 pts
vs 54 pts for Grand i10
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Everest leads. However, Grand i10 may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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