Toyota GR Supra vs KIA Pegas

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
⚡ 285 kW 🔧 500 Nm ⛽ 12 km/l
VS
KIA Pegas in South Africa

KIA Pegas

1.4 EX Auto Petrol Automatic
ZAR 274,995 ex-showroom
⚡ 73 kW 🔧 132 Nm Nm ⛽ 16.9 km/l
＋ Add a 3rd car

At a Glance — Who Wins What

⚡ Performance GR Supra
⛽ Fuel Economy Pegas
🛡 Safety GR Supra
📦 Practicality Pegas
🔑 Ownership Pegas
Pegas starts ZAR 1524800 cheaper GR Supra from ZAR 1,524,800 · Pegas from ZAR 239,995

Key Specs Side by Side

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

Spec GR Supra Pegas
Engine Power 285 kW 73 kW
Torque 500 Nm 132 Nm
Engine Size 2998 cc 1368 cc
Claimed Mileage 12 km/l 16.9 km/l
Ground Clearance 117 mm 148 mm
Boot / Load Bay 290 l 502 l
Airbags 9 6
Kerb Weight 1545 kg 1130 kg
Seating Capacity 2 5
Warranty 3 years / 100 000 km 7 Years / 150,000 km

= leads in this spec

The Bottom Line

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

Where They Actually Differ

Performance GR Supra +61 pts
Efficiency Pegas +18 pts
Safety GR Supra +19 pts
Practicality Pegas +28 pts
Ownership Pegas +28 pts

What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)

🏆 Overall Winner

GR Supra

Strengths
  • More powerful engine output
  • Stronger safety package
Weak Spots
  • Lower fuel efficiency
  • Less practical in daily usage
  • Shorter warranty coverage
Best suited to: Highway Driving

Pegas

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

Which One's Right for You?

GR Supra

  • Drivers who prioritise strong highway performance and overtaking power
  • Families prioritising stronger safety equipment

Pegas

  • Buyers looking for better fuel efficiency
  • 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 Pegas
Model Introduced Year 2021 2019
Generation A90 fifth generation – co-developed with BMW on the CLAR platform First generation; purpose-designed for emerging markets
Facelift History Manual gearbox and power upgrade (280 kW→285 kW) in 2023 Minor updates in 2022 including revised infotainment; no full facelift
Facelift Launched Since 2023 2022
Facelift Version Ending Current Current
Body Style Sedan Sedan
Color Note Matte White, Nitro Yellow, Renaissance Red, Gravure Grey, Tungsten Silver, Black Clear White, Aurora Black Pearl, Silky Silver, Gravity Blue, Passion Red
Dealer Stock Note Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Model Year 2026 2026
Production Status published published
Segment Sedan Sedan
Vehicle Type Sedan Sedan
Spec GR Supra Pegas
Ground Clearance 117 mm 148 mm
Wheelbase 2470 mm 2570 mm
Length 4380 mm 4400 mm
Width 1865 mm 1700 mm
Height 1294 mm 1470 mm
Kerb Weight 1545 kg 1130 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight 1870 kg 1450 kg
Seating Capacity 2 5
Boot Space 290 l 502 l
Towing Capacity - -
Front Track Width - 1475 mm
Rear Track Width - 1475 mm
Turning Radius 6.3 m 10.4 m
Load Bed Length 290 l 502 l
Load Bed Width - -
Front Legroom - 1030 mm
Rear Legroom - 860 mm
Front Headroom - 990 mm
Rear Headroom - 950 mm
Front Shoulder Room - 1380 mm
Rear Shoulder Room - 1330 mm
Boot Space Seats Folded 290 l 502 l
Number of Doors 4 4
Max Payload - -
Boot Volume 290 l 502 l
Doors 4 4
Seats 2 5
Fuel Tank Capacity 52 l 40 l
Gross Vehicle Mass Kg 1870 kg 1450 kg
Ground Clearance Max 117 mm 148 mm
Ground Clearance Min 117 mm 148 mm
Ground Clearance Mm 117 mm 148 mm
Height Mm 1294 mm 1470 mm
Length Mm 4380 mm 4400 mm
Loadbox Length Mm 290 l 502 l
Loadbox Width Mm - -
Payload Kg - -
Cargo Volume 290 l 502 l
Tare Mass Kg 1545 kg 1130 kg
Turning Circle 6.3 m 10.4 m
Turning Circle M 6.3 m 10.4 m
Width Mm 1865 mm 1700 mm
Front Overhang - 810 mm
Rear Overhang - 1020 mm
Boot Space Seats Folded 290 l 502 l

Overall Verdict Score

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

Weighted / 100
Verdict readout

GR Supra leads by 5 points

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

Winner 67 /100
Lead 5 points
Data 85% confidence
67
#1 Winner

GR Supra

85% data confidence 2 strong categories
Best at Safety 99 Check Practicality 39
Performance 94
Efficiency 47
Safety 99
Practicality 39
Ownership 43
Leads by 5 points
62
#2

Pegas

93% data confidence 2 strong categories
Best at Safety 80 Check Performance 33
Performance 33
Efficiency 65
Safety 80
Practicality 67
Ownership 71
Performance 24% Safety 22% Practicality 22% Efficiency 17% Ownership 15%
Category leaders What moves the verdict
Performance GR Supra +61 Efficiency Pegas +18 Safety GR Supra +19 Practicality Pegas +28 Ownership Pegas +28

Very close match. Final decision depends on buyer preference.

Why this score View full breakdown
Overall Winner

GR Supra

Performance 94/100
Efficiency 47/100
Safety 99/100
Practicality 39/100
Ownership 43/100

Pegas

Performance 33/100
Efficiency 65/100
Safety 80/100
Practicality 67/100
Ownership 71/100

So, Which One Should You Buy?

🏆 Toyota GR Supra wins with 67 pts vs 62 pts for Pegas

In structured scoring, GR Supra emerges as the stronger overall package. However, Pegas 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 GR Supra 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 47 vs Pegas 65. 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 99, Pegas 80. 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 43, Pegas 71. 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 39, Pegas 67. This covers boot space, seat flexibility, and day-to-day usability — not just interior dimensions on paper.

Performance scores: GR Supra 94, Pegas 33. 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 GR Supra edges the overall ownership score, but check whether either variant includes a service plan — that changes the monthly maths significantly.

The GR Supra 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 Pegas in South Africa evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.

Performance: GR Supra scores 94 vs 33.

Efficiency: GR Supra scores 47 vs 65.

Safety: GR Supra scores 99 vs 80.

Practicality: GR Supra scores 39 vs 67.

Ownership: GR Supra scores 43 vs 71.

Final structured scoring gives GR Supra the advantage in this comparison.