Rolls-Royce Ghost vs Hyundai i20
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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Rolls-Royce Ghost
Ghost Series II
Petrol
8-Speed Automatic
Current
Price on request
⚡ 420 kW
🔧 850 Nm
⛽ 6.37 km/l
VS
Hyundai i20
1.0T Fluid
Petrol
6-Speed Manual
Current
ZAR 328,900
ex-showroom
⚡ 74 kW
🔧 172 Nm
⛽ 14.5 km/l
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Decision summary
Rolls-Royce Ghost vs Hyundai i20: the short answer
Ghost holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over i20.
Five key differences
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| Specification | Ghost | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | Ghost420 kW @ 5000 rpm | i2074 kW @ 5500 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | Ghost850 Nm @ 1600 rpm | i20172 Nm @ 1500 rpm |
| Engine Size | Ghost6749 cc | i20998 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | Ghost6.37 km/l | i2014.5 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | Ghost118 mm | i20195 mm |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
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Hyundai i20
1.0T Fluid
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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Specification evidence leader
Ghost
Strengths
- More powerful engine output
- Stronger listed safety equipment
- Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
- Lower fuel efficiency
Best suited to:
Published Performance
Published Practicality
i20
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?
Ghost
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
- Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
i20
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Full Specs, Side by Side
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| Spec | Ghost | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2020 | 2008 |
| Generation | Second-generation Ghost in standard-wheelbase Series II form | Third generation i20 on the K2 platform; sold in SA with 1.0T three-cylinder turbo across all variants |
| Facelift History | The second-generation Ghost was introduced in South Africa in 2020 and evolved into Ghost Series II in October 2024 | Third generation launched globally in 2020 and arrived in SA shortly after; significant improvement over the second gen in styling, tech, and driving dynamics |
| Facelift Launched Since | 2024 | 2020 |
| Facelift Version Ending | Current | Current |
| Body Style | Four-door luxury saloon | Hatchback |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Production Status | active | active |
| Segment | Full-size super-luxury saloon | Hatchback |
| Vehicle Type | Internal-combustion passenger car | Hatchback |
| Color Note | - | White, Black, Silver, Blue, Red, Yellow |
| Dealer Stock Note | - | Fluid grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Tare Mass Kg | - | 1135 kg |
| Spec | Ghost | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5545 mm | 4040 mm |
| Width | 1998 mm | 1775 mm |
| Height | 1573 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3295 mm | 2580 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 118 mm | 195 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | 118 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 l | 40 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 500 l | 352 l |
| Kerb Weight | 2490 kg | 1135 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 3130 kg | 1610 kg |
| Payload Capacity | 640 kg | 475 kg |
| Towing Capacity | 0 kg | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Rows | 2 rows | 2 rows |
| Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 6.5 m | 5.2 m |
| Front Headroom | 1030 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rear Headroom | 990 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Front Legroom | 1060 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rear Legroom | 1075 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Spec | Ghost | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 6.75-litre twin-turbocharged V12 petrol | 1-litre Turbocharged Petrol |
| Engine Code | N74B68A | G3LE |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 6749 cc | 998 cc |
| Cylinders | 12 | 3 |
| Cylinder Layout | V | Inline |
| Valves | 48 | 12 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Aspiration | Twin Turbocharged | Turbocharged |
| Fuel System | Direct Injection | Direct Injection |
| Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Bore | 89 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Stroke | 90.4 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Maximum Power | 420 kW @ 5000 rpm | 74 kW @ 5500 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 850 Nm @ 1600 rpm | 172 Nm @ 1500 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 | AWD | FWD |
| Transmission | 8-Speed Automatic | 6-Speed Manual |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 185 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.8 sec | 11.0 sec |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | Low | Eco, Normal |
| Launch Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rev Limiter | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 168.7 kW/tonne | 65.2 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 341.4 Nm/tonne | 151.5 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 | Ghost | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | 8-speed automatic | iMT 6-speed Intelligent Manual |
| Drivetrain Layout | All-wheel drive with all-wheel steering | FWD |
| Transfer Case | ATC 13 transfer case | Not Applicable |
| Differential Lock | No lockable differential | No |
| Paddle Shifters | No | No |
| Final Drive Ratio | 2.81:1 | Not Applicable |
| Number of Gears | 8 | 7 |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed automatic | Manual |
| Clutch Type | Torque converter | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Type | Satellite Aided automatic gear selection | iMT 6-speed Intelligent Manual |
| Drivetrain | All-wheel drive | Front-Wheel Drive |
| 4WD Engagement | Rolls-Royce all-wheel drive | 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 | No | No |
| Front Differential Lock | No lockable differential | Not Applicable |
| Gearbox Type | 8-speed automatic | iMT 6-speed Intelligent Manual |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Axle Layout | All-wheel-drive power delivery with active rear-axle steering | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Rear Differential Lock | No lockable differential | Not Applicable |
| Transmission Speeds | 8 | 7 |
| Engine Position | - | Front |
| LSD Available | - | No |
| Gear Shift Indicator | - | Yes |
| Differential Type Front | - | Not Available |
| Differential Type Rear | - | Not Available |
| Transfer Case Guard | - | Not Available |
| Spec | Ghost | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 6.37 km/l | 14.5 km/l |
| City Mileage | 5.10 km/l | 11.7 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | 8.08 km/l | 17.1 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 l | 40 l |
| Emission Standard | Euro 6e (B6e) | Euro 6 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Auto Start Stop | Automatic start/stop: Yes | No |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 90 | 40 |
| Combined Driving Range | 573-588 km (calculated from 90 L and 15.3-15.7 l/100 km WLTP) | Not Applicable |
| Electric Consumption | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Distance To Empty | - | Yes |
| Low Fuel Warning | - | Yes |
| Real-world Mileage | 6.37 km/l | 14.5 km/l |
| Range Real World Highway | - | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Mixed | - | Not Applicable |
| Spec | Ghost | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 8 | 6 |
| ABS | Four-channel Anti-lock Braking System | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Control | Dynamic Stability Control | Yes |
| Traction Control | Dynamic Traction Control | Yes |
| Hill Descent Control | Hill Descent Control | Not Available |
| Hill Start Assist | Hill Start Assist | Yes |
| Child Safety Lock | Rear child-safety locks | Yes |
| ISOFIX Mounts | ISOFIX child-seat mounts | Yes |
| Brake Assist | Dynamic Brake Control | Yes |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | Yes |
| Engine Immobiliser | Engine immobiliser | Yes |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Front seatbelt warning sensor | Yes |
| Front Parking Sensors | Park Distance Control, front and rear | Front & Rear |
| AEB | Collision Warning with Brake Function; pedestrian/bike warning with brake function | No |
| BA | Dynamic Brake Control | Yes |
| Curtain Airbags | Front Head Protection System | Yes |
| Driver Airbag | Driver airbag | Yes |
| EBD | Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | Yes |
| Engine Immobiliser | Engine immobiliser | Yes |
| Hill Hold | Hill Start Assist | Yes |
| Passenger Airbag | Front-passenger airbag | Yes |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Yes |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Front and rear three-point pretensioning seatbelts; front force limiters | Yes |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front seatbelt warning sensor | Yes |
| Side Airbags | Front side-impact airbags | Yes |
| Stability Control | Dynamic Stability Control | Yes |
| TCS | Dynamic Traction Control | Yes |
| Knee Airbag | Active front knee protection | Not Available |
| ABS EBD | Four-channel Anti-lock Braking System | Yes |
| Alarm System | - | Yes |
| Central Locking | - | Yes |
| Speed Alert System | - | Yes |
| Safety Rating | - | Not Rated (SA) |
| Brake Override System | - | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | - | Yes |
| Anti Theft Alarm | - | Yes |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | - | 6 |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | - | 6 |
| ESC With Traction Control | - | Yes |
| Spec | Ghost | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Dynamic Cruise Control; Active Cruise Control fitted to the referenced current vehicle | Yes |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control | Yes |
| Lane Keep Assist | Lane Departure Warning with Active Return | Yes |
| Lane Departure Warning | Lane Departure Warning with Active Return | Yes |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Lane Change Warning with Blind Spot Detection | Yes |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Yes |
| Parking Sensors | Park Distance Control, front and rear | Front & Rear |
| Rear View Camera | Rear View Camera | Yes |
| 360 Degree Camera | Surround View Camera with 3D view | Not Available |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Collision Warning with Brake Function; pedestrian/bike warning with brake function | No |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Driver Attention Alert System | Not Available |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Speed Limit Information | No |
| Auto Highbeam | High-Beam Assistance | Not Available |
| Auto Wipers | Rain-sensing variable-speed windshield wipers | No |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Park Distance Control, front and rear | Front & Rear |
| Reverse Camera | Rear View Camera | Yes |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control | Yes |
| Park Assist | Park Assist and Reversing Assistant | Not Available |
| Around View Monitor | Surround View Camera with 3D view | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Warning | Lane Change Warning with Blind Spot Detection | Yes |
| Forward Collision Warning | Collision Warning with Brake Function | Not Available |
| Auto Lights | - | Yes |
| Eco Mode | - | Yes |
| EV Mode | - | No |
| Sport Mode | - | No |
| Emergency Braking | - | No |
| Parking Distance Sensors | - | Front & Rear |
| Parking Sensor | - | Front & Rear |
| Pre-Collision System | - | Yes |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | - | No |
| Rear View Camera | - | Yes |
| Reverse Camera Type | - | Yes |
| Reversing Camera | - | Yes |
| Spec | Ghost | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Leather, Duality Twill or Bespoke alternatives | Leather-Look |
| Heated Seats | Available, including rear-seat heating | Front |
| Ventilated Seats | Available, including rear-seat cooling | No |
| Ambient Lighting | Illuminated Fascia with celestial design | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Material | Heated full-leather multifunction steering wheel | Leather |
| 60 40 Split Seat | No | Yes |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Heated, electronically adjustable front seat with memory | Manual |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | Heated, electronically adjustable front seat with memory | Manual |
| Seat Trim | Duality Twill embroidered seat upholstery available | Leather-Look |
| Seat Adjustment | - | Manual |
| Steering Type | - | Electric |
| Steering Adjustment | - | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Folding Rear Seats | - | 60/40 Split |
| Front Armrest | - | Yes |
| Rear Armrest | - | No |
| Front Shoulder Room | - | Not Applicable |
| Rear Shoulder Room | - | Not Applicable |
| Cup Holders | - | 4 |
| Rear AC Vents | - | No |
| Rear USB Ports | - | 2 USB-A + 1 USB-C |
| Instrument Cluster Type | - | Analogue + MID |
| Interior Colour Options | - | Black |
| Door Map Pockets | - | Yes |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | - | Manual |
| Adjustable Front Seat | - | Manual |
| Cooled Seats | - | No |
| Fabric Seats | - | Yes |
| Front Headrest | - | Yes |
| Leather Seats | - | No |
| Memory Seats | - | No |
| Rear Headrest | - | Yes |
| Armrest Front | - | Yes |
| Armrest Rear | - | No |
| Boot Space Seats Down | - | 1165 |
| Driver Seat | - | Manual |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | - | 8-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on Fluid, digital instrument cluster, sporty flat-bottom steering wheel, quality-feeling interior |
| Interior Trim Colour | - | Black |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | - | Leather-Look |
| Interior Colours | - | Black |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | - | No |
| Seat Belt Warning | - | Yes |
| Seat Fold Type | - | 60/40 Split |
| Spec | Ghost | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Climate Control | Automatic four-zone climate control | Auto Climate Control |
| Power Windows | Front and rear power windows with one-touch up/down | All |
| Keyless Entry | Comfort Access keyless entry | Yes |
| Push Button Start | Keyless start | Yes |
| Wireless Charging | Wireless smartphone charging | Yes |
| Sunroof | No | Sunroof |
| Electric Tailgate | Power open/close luggage compartment | Not Available |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Rain-sensing variable-speed windshield wipers | No |
| AC Type | Automatic four-zone climate control | Auto Climate Control |
| Load Bed Length | - | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | - | Not Applicable |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Yes |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | - | No |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | 1165 l |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | 1165 l |
| Rear Window Defroster | - | Yes |
| Electric Mirror Folding | - | Power Adjustable |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | - | Yes |
| 12V Accessory Socket | - | 12V |
| Adaptive Dampers | - | Not Available |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | - | No |
| Boot Opener | - | Inside |
| Climate Zones | - | 1 |
| Door Ajar Warning | - | Yes |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | - | Yes |
| Engine Check Warning | - | Yes |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | - | Yes |
| Engine Start Stop | Keyless start | Yes |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Keyless start | Yes |
| Engine Warranty | - | 4 |
| Front Armrest | - | Yes |
| Front Power Outlet | - | Yes |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | - | 6.9 |
| Fuel Lid Opener | - | Inside |
| Glovebox Cooling | - | Yes |
| Headlamp Height Adjust | - | Manual |
| Headlamp Washer | - | No |
| Hill Start Assist | - | Yes |
| Panoramic Roof | No | Sunroof |
| Performance Data Logger | - | Not Available |
| Power Mirrors | - | Yes |
| Push Button Start | Keyless start | Yes |
| Rear Defogger | - | Yes |
| Rear Reading Lamps | - | Yes |
| Rear Seat Split | - | 60/40 Split |
| Rear Wing | - | Yes |
| Rev Matching | - | Not Available |
| Seat Type | - | Leather-Look |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | - | Yes |
| Service Reminder | - | Yes |
| Skid Plates | - | Not Available |
| Spare Wheel | No spare wheel | Spare Wheel |
| Steering Mounted Controls | - | Yes |
| Tachometer | - | Yes |
| Tail Lamps | - | Yes |
| Telescopic Steering | - | No |
| Tilt Steering | - | Yes |
| Trip Computer | - | Yes |
| Vanity Mirror | - | Yes |
| Voice Command | - | Yes |
| Voice Command Support | - | Yes |
| Accelerator 0 100 | - | 11.0 sec |
| Air Conditioning | Automatic four-zone climate control | Auto Climate Control |
| Battery Preconditioning | - | Not Available |
| Bed Extender | - | Not Available |
| Bottle Holders | - | 4 |
| Canopy Fitment | - | Not Available |
| Centre Console | - | Yes |
| Common Rail Injection | - | Direct Injection |
| Diff Lock | - | No |
| Difflock | - | No |
| Digital Speedometer | - | Analogue + MID |
| Front Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Front Wiper | - | Yes |
| Front Wipers Type | - | Yes |
| Glove Box | - | Yes |
| Intelligent Battery System | - | Not Available |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | - | Yes |
| Load Bed Cover | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Light | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Steps | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Length Mm | - | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Width Mm | - | Not Applicable |
| Manual Aircon | - | Auto Climate Control |
| Mirror | - | Power Adjustable |
| One Pedal Driving | - | Not Available |
| Passive Entry Start | - | Yes |
| Power Socket 12v | - | 12V |
| Reading Lights Rear | - | Yes |
| Rear Air Conditioning | - | No |
| Rear Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Rear Electric Motor | - | Not Available |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | - | Yes |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | - | No |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | - | Not Available |
| Remote Central Locking | - | Yes |
| Remote Side Mirror | - | Power Adjustable |
| Rim Size | 20-, 21- and 22-inch approved fitments | 16 |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | - | No |
| Sonar | - | Front & Rear |
| Sound System | 16 | 8 Bose Premium |
| Source Model Column | - | i20 |
| Sport Plus Mode | - | Not Available |
| Sports Bar | - | Not Available |
| Steering Column Adjustment | - | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Sub Frame | - | Monocoque |
| Tailgate Damper | - | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | - | Not Available |
| Tow Bar Type | - | Not Available |
| TPMS | Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | Yes |
| Trim Level | - | fluid |
| Unlocking | Comfort Access keyless entry | Yes |
| Vanity Mirror Illuminated | - | Yes |
| Variant Role | - | Mid-to-high value derivative |
| Vdc | - | Yes |
| Vehicle To Grid | - | Not Available |
| Vehicle To Load | - | Not Available |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | - | Yes |
| Walk Away Lock | - | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Wireless smartphone charging | Yes |
| Spec | Ghost | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | SPIRIT infotainment operated by touch, controller and voice commands; independent rear-screen streaming available | 10.25-inch Touchscreen |
| Apple CarPlay | Apple CarPlay compatibility | Yes |
| Android Auto | Android Auto compatibility | Yes |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Bluetooth wireless technology; rear passengers can pair headphones individually | Yes |
| Number of Speakers | 16 | 8 Bose Premium |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | SPIRIT digital instrument interface | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster |
| USB Ports | USB Type-C ports | 2 USB-A + 1 USB-C |
| Infotainment Screen | 10.25-inch Central Information Display with touchscreen plus available independently streaming rear screens | 10.25-inch Touchscreen |
| Touchscreen | 10.25-inch Central Information Display with touchscreen plus available independently streaming rear screens | 10.25-inch Touchscreen |
| Navigation System | - | Yes |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Apple CarPlay compatibility | Yes |
| Wireless Android Auto | Android Auto compatibility | Yes |
| FM Radio | - | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Yes |
| Voice Recognition | - | Yes |
| AUX Input | - | Yes |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 10.25-inch Central Information Display with touchscreen plus available independently streaming rear screens | 10.25-inch Touchscreen |
| Audio Controls On Steering | - | Yes |
| Infotainment Display | - | Touchscreen |
| Rear Usb | - | Yes |
| Audio | - | Yes |
| Audio Speakers | 16 | 8 Bose Premium |
| Audio System | - | Yes |
| Display Audio | - | 10.25-inch Touchscreen |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | - | 2 USB-A + 1 USB-C |
| Multi Information Display | - | Analogue + MID |
| Connected Services | - | Yes |
| Voice Control | - | Yes |
| Smartphone Connectivity | - | Yes |
| Radio | - | Yes |
| Spec | Ghost | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | LED and laser headlights with more than 600 m illuminated range | Yes |
| Daytime Running Lamps | Series II daytime-running lights | LED |
| Fog Lamps | Front fog lamps | Yes |
| Roof Rails | No; vehicle not approved for roof loads | No |
| Exterior Colour Options | Bespoke shades available, including Mustique Blue | Polar White, Aurora Grey, Phantom Black, Fiery Red |
| Headlights | LED and laser headlights with more than 600 m illuminated range | Yes |
| Panoramic Sunroof | No | Sunroof |
| Alloy Wheel Design | - | 17-inch Alloy |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Yes |
| Roof Type | - | Sunroof |
| Wing Mirror Type | - | Power Adjustable |
| Rear Wiper | - | Yes |
| Door Handle Finish | - | Body Coloured |
| Body Type | - | Hatchback |
| DRL | Series II daytime-running lights | LED |
| Fog Lights | - | Yes |
| Front Fog Lights | - | Yes |
| Led Headlights | LED and laser headlights with more than 600 m illuminated range | Yes |
| Led Taillights | - | Yes |
| Auto Headlights | - | Yes |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Yes |
| Daytime Running Lights | Series II daytime-running lights | LED |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | - | Sunroof |
| Exterior Colour Options | - | 6 |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | - | Body Coloured |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | - | Yes |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | - | Power Adjustable |
| Front Fog Lamps | Front fog lamps | Yes |
| Headlamp Levelling | - | Yes |
| Headlamps | LED and laser headlights with more than 600 m illuminated range | Yes |
| Headlight Type | LED and laser headlights with more than 600 m illuminated range | Yes |
| Load Bed Liner | - | Not Available |
| Active Exhaust | - | Not Available |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Yes |
| Spec | Ghost | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Wading Depth | Not Applicable | - |
| Terrain Modes | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| Locking Differential | No lockable differential | No |
| 4WD System Type | Rolls-Royce all-wheel drive with all-wheel steering | Not Applicable |
| Approach Angle | - | - |
| Departure Angle | - | - |
| Underbody Protection | - | Not Available |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | - | 20 deg |
| Hill Descent Control | Hill Descent Control | Not Available |
| Ramp-over Angle | - | 20 deg |
| Approach Angle Deg | - | - |
| Breakover Angle | - | 20 deg |
| Departure Angle Deg | - | - |
| Energy Recovery Display | - | Not Available |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | - | Not Available |
| Ground Clearance Max | - | 195 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | - | 195 mm |
| Off Road Descent Control | - | Not Available |
| Off Road Traction Assist | - | Not Available |
| Crawl Control | - | Not Available |
| Rear Skid Plate Guard | - | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Fuel Tank | - | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Transfer Case | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Mud | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Normal | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Rock | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Sand | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Snow | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Response System | - | Not Available |
| Underbody Camera | - | Not Available |
| Wading Depth Mm | - | - |
| Spec | Ghost | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 255/35 R22 102Y front and 285/30 R22 104Y rear; 255/40 R21 102Y front and 285/35 R21 105Y rear; 255/45 R20 105Y front and 285/40 R20 108Y rear; 255/45 R20 105V M+S all-round | 205/45 R17 |
| Front Brake Type | Power-assisted ventilated disc brakes | Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Power-assisted ventilated disc brakes | Disc |
| Spare Wheel Type | No spare wheel | Spare Wheel |
| Wheel Rim Size | 20-, 21- and 22-inch approved fitments | 16 |
| Handbrake Type | Electromechanical parking brake acting on rear discs | Manual |
| Wheel Type | - | 17-inch Alloy |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | - | 256 mm |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | - | 262 mm |
| Parking Brake Type | - | Manual |
| Tyre Load Index | - | 91 |
| Tyre Speed Rating | - | H |
| Brake Type Front | - | Disc (Ventilated) |
| Brake Type Rear | - | Disc |
| Spare Tyre | No spare wheel | Spare Wheel |
| Tyre Type | - | Tubeless Radial |
| Wheel Diameter | 20-, 21- and 22-inch approved fitments | 16 |
| Auto Brake Hold | - | Manual |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | - | No |
| Brakes | - | Disc |
| Cornering Brake Control | - | Yes |
| Electric Park Brake | - | Manual |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | - | Yes |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | - | Not Available |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | - | Yes |
| Leather Steering Wheel | - | Leather |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | - | Spare Wheel |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | - | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | - | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Trim | - | Leather |
| Tyre Pressure Display | - | Yes |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Tyre Pressure Monitoring System | Yes |
| Wheel Material | - | 17-inch Alloy |
| Wheel Size Type | - | 16 |
| Wheels | - | 17-inch Alloy |
| Spec | Ghost | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Front Suspension | Planar Suspension with upper wishbone damper, electronic dampers and self-levelling air struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Five-link rear axle with self-levelling high-volume air suspension | Torsion Beam |
| Front Track Width | - | 1551 mm |
| Rear Track Width | - | 1565 mm |
| Chassis Type | - | Monocoque |
| Power Steering | - | Electric |
| Steering Column | - | Tilt |
| Front Spring Type | - | Coil |
| Rear Spring Type | - | Coil |
| Chassis Material | - | Monocoque |
| Front Suspension Type | Planar Suspension with upper wishbone damper, electronic dampers and self-levelling air struts | MacPherson Strut |
| MagneRide Damping | - | Not Available |
| Rear Axle Type | - | Torsion Beam |
| Rear Suspension Type | Five-link rear axle with self-levelling high-volume air suspension | Torsion Beam |
| Suspension | - | MacPherson Strut |
| Spec | Ghost | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 357 g/km | 110 g/km |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | 95 RON; minimum 91 RON | Unleaded 95 |
| Start Stop System | - | No |
| Hybrid System Type | - | Not Available |
| Variable Valve Timing | - | Yes |
| Particulate Filter | - | Not Available |
| Euro Emission Standard | - | Euro 6 |
| Idle CO2 Output | - | 110 |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | - | Yes |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | - | 110 |
| Spec | Ghost | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Service Plan | 4 years / unlimited km | 3 Years / 45000 km |
| Service Interval | - | 15000 km / 12 months |
| Battery Warranty | - | 4 |
| Maintenance Plan | - | 3 Years / 45000 km |
| Engine Oil Capacity | - | 3.6 l |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | - | 15000 |
| First Service At | - | 15000 |
| Service Plan Duration | 4 years / unlimited km | 3 Years / 45000 km |
| Service Plan Distance | 4 years / unlimited km | 3 Years / 45000 km |
| Alternator | - | 120A |
| Service Intervals | - | 15000 km / 12 months |
| Accessory Battery Type | - | Lead-acid |
| Spec | Ghost | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Owner-driver-focused saloon with genuine rear-passenger accommodation | Fluid |
| Pricing Role | Price on application | Current listed price |
| Price Zar | - | 328900 ZAR |
| Starting Price | - | 328900 |
| Starting Price Zar | - | 328900 |
| Spec | Ghost | i20 |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty | 4 years; regional conditions apply | 5 |
| Warranty Years | 4 years; regional conditions apply | 5 |
| Warranty Kilometers | 4 years; regional conditions apply | 5 |
| Roadside Assistance | - | 5 Years |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | - | 5 Years |
| Basic Warranty | 4 years; regional conditions apply | 5 |
| Roadside Assistance | - | 5 Years |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | - | 5 Years |
In depth: how these cars differ
This Ghost and i20 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: Ghost 100 vs i20 37.
Efficiency index: Ghost 30 vs i20 59.
Safety-equipment index: Ghost 99 vs i20 84.
Practicality index: Ghost 64 vs i20 61.
Ownership-cover index: Ghost not separately scored vs i20 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
Ghost leads by 15 points
Ghost holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over i20.
Evidence leader
76
/100
Lead
15
points
Data
79%
source coverage
76
#1
Evidence leader
Ghost
79% source coverage
2 strong categories
Best at
Performance 100
Check
Efficiency 30
Performance
100
Efficiency
30
Safety
99
Practicality
64
Leads by 15 points
61
#2
i20
93% source coverage
1 strong categories
Best at
Safety 84
Check
Performance 37
Performance
37
Efficiency
59
Safety
84
Practicality
61
Ownership
65
Performance 24%
Safety 22%
Practicality 22%
Efficiency 17%
Ownership 15%
Category leaders
What moves the verdict
Performance
Ghost +63
Efficiency
i20 +29
Safety
Ghost +15
Practicality
Ghost +3
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Ghost
Performance
100/100
Efficiency
30/100
Safety
99/100
Practicality
64/100
i20
Performance
37/100
Efficiency
59/100
Safety
84/100
Practicality
61/100
Ownership
65/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
Rolls-Royce Ghost
leads the specification evidence index with 76 pts
vs 61 pts for i20
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Ghost leads. However, i20 may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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Ghost vs i20 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.
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