Toyota GR Supra vs Hyundai Grand i10 Sedan

A proper head-to-head in South Africa — we cover price, performance, petrol economy, safety and what it'll actually cost you to own each one long term.

Toyota GR Supra in South Africa

Toyota GR Supra

3.0T Manual Petrol Manual
ZAR 1,561,600 ex-showroom
VS
Hyundai Grand i10 Sedan in South Africa

Hyundai Grand i10 Sedan

1.2 Executive Sedan 4AT Petrol Automatic
ZAR 309,900 ex-showroom
⚡ 61 kW 🔧 114 Nm ⛽ 5.7 km/l
＋ Add a 3rd car

At a Glance — Who Wins What

⚡ Performance GR Supra
⛽ Fuel Economy GR Supra
🛡 Safety Grand i10 Sedan
📦 Practicality Grand i10 Sedan
🔑 Ownership Grand i10 Sedan
Grand i10 Sedan starts ZAR 1524800 cheaper GR Supra from ZAR 1,524,800 · Grand i10 Sedan from ZAR 279,900

Key Specs Side by Side

The specs that matter most — highlighted where one car leads.

Spec GR Supra Grand i10 Sedan
Engine Power - 61
Torque - 114
Engine Size - 1197
Claimed Mileage - 5.7
Ground Clearance - 165 mm
Boot Space - Not Applicable
Airbags - 2 front airbags
Kerb Weight - Not Applicable
Seating Capacity - 5
Warranty - 5

= leads in this spec

The Bottom Line

Both GR Supra and Grand i10 Sedan are extremely closely matched, making the final choice dependent on buyer preference.

Where They Actually Differ

Performance GR Supra +20 pts
Efficiency GR Supra +20 pts
Safety Grand i10 Sedan +29 pts
Practicality Grand i10 Sedan +14 pts
Ownership Grand i10 Sedan +15 pts

What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)

GR Supra

Strengths
  • More powerful engine output
  • Better fuel efficiency
Weak Spots
  • Less comprehensive safety features
  • Less practical in daily usage
  • Shorter warranty coverage
Best suited to: Highway Driving Fuel Efficiency
🏆 Overall Winner

Grand i10 Sedan

Strengths
  • Stronger safety package
  • More practical for daily use
  • Better long-term ownership value
Weak Spots
  • Less powerful engine setup
  • Lower fuel efficiency
Best suited to: Family Usage

Which One's Right for You?

GR Supra

  • Drivers who prioritise strong highway performance and overtaking power
  • Buyers looking for better fuel efficiency

Grand i10 Sedan

  • Families prioritising stronger safety equipment
  • Large families needing more practicality and usability
  • Long-term owners valuing warranty and ownership peace of mind

Full Specs, Side by Side

Spec GR Supra Grand i10 Sedan
Model Introduced Year - Current local generation year not confirmed
Generation - Current South African Grand i10 Sedan listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
Facelift History - Model-year updates can affect trim, wheels, screens, safety equipment and colours. Use the latest South African price list when checking a specific vehicle.
Facelift Launched Since - Original current-generation version
Facelift Version Ending - Current
Body Style - Sedan
Color Note - Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering.
Dealer Stock Note - Top grade in the South Africa lineup
Model Year - 2026
Production Status - published
Segment - Sedan
Vehicle Type - Sedan
Spec GR Supra Grand i10 Sedan
Ground Clearance - 165 mm
Wheelbase - 2450 mm
Length - 3995 mm
Width - 1680 mm
Height - 1520 mm
Kerb Weight - Not Applicable
Gross Vehicle Weight - Not Applicable
Seating Capacity - 5
Boot Space - Not Applicable
Towing Capacity - Not Applicable
Front Track Width - Not Applicable
Rear Track Width - Not Applicable
Turning Radius - Not Applicable
Load Bed Length - Not Applicable
Load Bed Width - Not Applicable
Front Legroom - Not Applicable
Rear Legroom - Not Applicable
Front Headroom - Not Applicable
Rear Headroom - Not Applicable
Front Shoulder Room - Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room - Not Applicable
Boot Space Seats Folded - Not Applicable
Number of Doors - 4
Max Payload - Not Applicable
Boot Volume - Not Applicable
Doors - 4
Seats - 5
Fuel Tank Capacity - 37 l
Gross Vehicle Mass Kg - Not Applicable
Ground Clearance Max - 165 mm
Ground Clearance Min - 165 mm
Ground Clearance Mm - 165 mm
Height Mm - 1520 mm
Length Mm - 3995 mm
Loadbox Length Mm - Not Applicable
Loadbox Width Mm - Not Applicable
Payload Kg - Not Applicable
Cargo Volume - Not Applicable
Tare Mass Kg - Not Applicable
Turning Circle - Not Applicable
Turning Circle M - Not Applicable
Width Mm - 1680 mm

Overall Verdict Score

Decision-grade view of the winner, score gap and category strengths.

Weighted / 100
Verdict readout

Grand i10 Sedan leads by 4 points

Both GR Supra and Grand i10 Sedan are extremely closely matched, making the final choice dependent on buyer preference.

Winner 43 /100
Lead 4 points
Data 79% confidence
43
#1 Winner

Grand i10 Sedan

79% data confidence 0 strong categories
Best at Ownership 65 Check Safety 29
Performance 30
Efficiency 30
Safety 29
Practicality 64
Ownership 65
Leads by 4 points
39
#2

GR Supra

11% data confidence 0 strong categories
Best at Performance 50 Check Safety 0
Performance 50
Efficiency 50
Safety 0
Practicality 50
Ownership 50
Performance 24% Safety 22% Practicality 22% Efficiency 17% Ownership 15%
Category leaders What moves the verdict
Performance GR Supra +20 Efficiency GR Supra +20 Safety Grand i10 Sedan +29 Practicality Grand i10 Sedan +14 Ownership Grand i10 Sedan +15

Very close match. Final decision depends on buyer preference.

Why this score View full breakdown
Overall Winner

Grand i10 Sedan

Performance 30/100
Efficiency 30/100
Safety 29/100
Practicality 64/100
Ownership 65/100

GR Supra

Performance 50/100
Efficiency 50/100
Safety 0/100
Practicality 50/100
Ownership 50/100

So, Which One Should You Buy?

🏆 Hyundai Grand i10 Sedan wins with 43 pts vs 39 pts for GR Supra

In structured scoring, Grand i10 Sedan emerges as the stronger overall package. However, GR Supra may appeal to buyers prioritising different factors. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.

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Questions Buyers Usually Ask

On our scoring the Grand i10 Sedan edges ahead overall. That said, the right choice depends on what you actually use the car for — the breakdown above shows exactly where each one wins and loses.

Efficiency scores: GR Supra 50 vs Grand i10 Sedan 30. In the real world, diesel variants of either car will beat the claimed figure on long highways and fall short in Joburg traffic.

Safety scores: GR Supra 0, Grand i10 Sedan 29. Check each model page for NCAP ratings and which trim levels include AEB and blind-spot monitoring — those features aren't always standard.

Long-term ownership scores: GR Supra 50, Grand i10 Sedan 65. Service intervals, parts availability in SA, and whether a service plan is bundled all factor in — check the individual variant specs for that detail.

Practicality scores: GR Supra 50, Grand i10 Sedan 64. This covers boot space, seat flexibility, and day-to-day usability — not just interior dimensions on paper.

Performance scores: GR Supra 50, Grand i10 Sedan 30. This looks at real-world pace — 0–100 kph, highway flexibility, and how either car feels when you actually need to overtake on an N-road.

Resale varies with colour, spec, and market timing, but Japanese brands — and Toyota specifically — have a strong track record in SA. Check current used prices for both on AutoTrader to see the real gap right now.

Ground clearance and 4WD availability are what matter most here. Scroll to the spec table above to compare both side by side — if either model offers a 4WD variant, that's the version worth comparing.

Fuel, insurance, and service costs are the big three. Diesel variants of both models typically save R800–R1,500/month in fuel at current SA pump prices. The Grand i10 Sedan edges the overall ownership score, but check whether either variant includes a service plan — that changes the monthly maths significantly.

The Grand i10 Sedan scores better overall, but neither car is a bad buy here. It comes down to what features matter to you — check the full spec table above to see exactly what you gain and lose at each price point.

In Depth — Breaking It All Down

The comparison between GR Supra and Grand i10 Sedan in South Africa evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.

Performance: GR Supra scores 50 vs 30.

Efficiency: GR Supra scores 50 vs 30.

Safety: GR Supra scores 0 vs 29.

Practicality: GR Supra scores 50 vs 64.

Ownership: GR Supra scores 50 vs 65.

Final structured scoring gives Grand i10 Sedan the advantage in this comparison.