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.
Toyota GR Yaris vs Toyota Hiace Ses'fikile: the short answer
GR Yaris has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Hiace Ses'fikile remains close.
Hiace Ses'fikile starts ZAR 348,100 cheaperGR Yaris from ZAR 897,400 · Hiace Ses'fikile from ZAR 549,300
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Specification
GR Yaris
Hiace Ses'fikile
Maximum Power
GR Yaris200 kW
Hiace Ses'fikile75 kW
Maximum Torque
GR Yaris370 Nm
Hiace Ses'fikile260 Nm
Engine Size
GR Yaris1618 cc
Hiace Ses'fikile2494 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
GR Yaris11.5 km/l
Hiace Ses'fikile11 km/l
Ground Clearance
GR Yaris180 mm
Hiace Ses'fikile175 mm
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
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Toyota GR Yaris
1.6T GR-Four Rally 6MT
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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Specification evidence leader
GR Yaris
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published Performance
Hiace Ses'fikile
Strengths
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:Published Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
GR Yaris
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Hiace Ses'fikile
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
GR Yaris
Hiace Ses'fikile
Model Introduced Year
2021
2019
Generation
First generation GR Yaris – purpose-built WRC homologation road car
H300 platform – purpose-built SA taxi configuration
Facelift History
High-performance 8AT added to the range in 2023
Current generation launched 2019 with improved safety features
Facelift Launched Since
2023
2019
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
Hatchback
Van
Color Note
Circuit Yellow, White Pearl, Black
White
Dealer Stock Note
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Base grade in the South Africa lineup
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
active
active
Segment
Hatchback
Van
Tare Mass Kg
1280 kg
2080 kg
Vehicle Type
Hatchback
Van
Spec
GR Yaris
Hiace Ses'fikile
Length
3995 mm
5380 mm
Width
1805 mm
1880 mm
Height
1455 mm
2285 mm
Wheelbase
2560 mm
2985 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
180 mm
175 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
125 mm
125 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
50 l
70 l
Boot/Cargo Space
174 l
483 l
Kerb Weight
1280 kg
2080 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
1620 kg
3500 kg
Payload Capacity
340 kg
1420 kg
Towing Capacity
1600 kg
2000 kg
Seating Capacity
4 seats
16 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
3 rows
Doors
5 doors
4 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
5.2 m
6.5 m
Front Headroom
981 mm
998 mm
Rear Headroom
957 mm
954 mm
Front Legroom
1038 mm
1045 mm
Rear Legroom
885 mm
890 mm
Spec
GR Yaris
Hiace Ses'fikile
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension
Double Wishbone
Leaf Spring
Power Steering
Electric
Hydraulic
Steering Column
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt
Front Spring Type
MacPherson Strut
MacPherson Strut
Rear Spring Type
Double Wishbone
Leaf Spring
Front Anti-Roll Bar
Front and Rear
Front
Front Suspension Type
MacPherson Strut
MacPherson Strut
Rear Axle Type
Double Wishbone
Leaf Spring
Rear Suspension Type
Double Wishbone
Leaf Spring
Suspension
MacPherson Strut
MacPherson Strut
MagneRide Damping
-
Not Available
Spec
GR Yaris
Hiace Ses'fikile
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Climate Control
Dual-Zone Auto AC
Manual AC
Power Windows
All Doors
Front Only
Keyless Entry
Standard
Not Available
Push Button Start
Standard
Not Available
Wireless Charging
Wireless
Not Available
Sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Not Available
Automatic Headlamps
Standard
Not Available
Rain Sensing Wipers
Standard
Not Available
Boot Space Seats Folded
174 l
Not Applicable
AC Type
Dual-Zone Auto AC
Manual AC
Climate Zones
Dual-Zone Auto AC
Manual AC
Electric Folding Mirrors
All Doors
Front Only
Engine Start Button Illumination
Standard
Not Available
Engine Start Stop
Standard
Not Available
Engine Start Stop Button
Standard
Not Available
Engine Warranty
5 Years / 150,000 km
5 Years / 150,000 km
Front Armrest
Standard
Not Available
Fuel Consumption Combined
8.7
9.1
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Not Available
Panoramic Roof
Not Available
Not Available
Power Mirrors
All Doors
Front Only
Push Button Start
Standard
Not Available
Rear Seat Split
Standard
Standard
Rear Wing
Standard
Not Available
Seat Type
Suede / Fabric Sport
Fabric
Skid Plates
Not Available
-
Spare Wheel
Not Available
Full-Size
Stabilizer Bar
Front and Rear
Front
Telescopic Steering
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt
Tilt Steering
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt
Voice Command
Standard
Not Available
Voice Command Support
Standard
Not Available
Accelerator 0 100
5.5 sec
18.0 sec
Air Conditioning
Dual-Zone Auto AC
Manual AC
Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
Not Available
Bed Extender
Not Available
Not Available
Canopy Fitment
Not Available
Not Available
Centre Console
Standard
Not Available
Common Rail Injection
Direct Injection
Common Rail Direct Injection
Digital Speedometer
Standard
Not Available
Intelligent Battery System
Not Available
Not Available
Intelligent Keyless Entry
Standard
Not Available
Lift Gate
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
Manual Aircon
Dual-Zone Auto AC
Manual AC
Mirror
All Doors
Front Only
One Pedal Driving
Not Available
Not Available
Passive Entry Start
Standard
Not Available
Powered Tailgate
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Electric Motor
Not Available
Not Available
Regenerative Braking Levels
Not Available
Not Available
Remote Central Locking
Standard
Standard
Roof Rack Compatibility
Not Available
Not Available
Sonar
Rear
Not Available
Sound System
6
2
Source Model Column
gr-yaris
hiace-sesfike
Sports Bar
Not Available
Not Available
Stabilizer Bar Front
Front and Rear
Front
Steering Column Adjustment
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt
Surround View Monitor
Not Available
Not Available
Tailgate Damper
Not Available
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Tow Bar Type
Not Available
Not Available
TPMS
Standard
Not Available
Trailer Stability Assist
Confirmed 4WD derivative
-
Trailer Sway Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
-
Trim Level
flagship
base
Unlocking
Standard
Not Available
Variant Role
Performance-focused derivative
Entry or fleet-access derivative
Vdc
Standard
Standard
Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
Not Available
Vehicle To Load
Not Available
Not Available
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
Standard
Not Available
Walk Away Lock
Standard
Not Available
Wireless Charger
Wireless
Not Available
Adaptive Dampers
-
Not Available
Performance Data Logger
-
Not Available
Rev Matching
-
Not Available
Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Difflock
-
Not Available
Front Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Rear Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Sport Plus Mode
-
Not Available
Spec
GR Yaris
Hiace Ses'fikile
Engine
1.6-litre Turbocharged Petrol
2.5-litre Turbocharged Diesel
Engine Code
Market-specific engine family
Market-specific engine family
Fuel Type
Petrol
Diesel
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1618 cc
2494 cc
Cylinders
3
4
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Inline
Valves
12
16
Valves per Cylinder
4
4
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Direct Injection
Common Rail Direct Injection
Compression Ratio
10.5:1
10.5:1
Bore
82.0 mm
82.0 mm
Stroke
94.6 mm
94.6 mm
Maximum Power
200 kW
75 kW
Maximum Torque
370 Nm
260 Nm
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
RWD
Transmission
6-Speed Manual
5-Speed Manual
Top Speed
230 km/h
150 km/h
0-100 km/h
5.5 sec
18.0 sec
Quarter Mile
15.5 sec
15.5 sec
Drive Modes
Eco, Comfort, Sport
Eco, Comfort, Sport
Launch Control
No
No
Rev Limiter
6500 rpm
4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio
156.3 kW/tonne
36.1 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
289.1 Nm/tonne
125 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
GR Yaris
Hiace Ses'fikile
Gearbox
6-Speed Manual
5-Speed Manual
Drivetrain Layout
AWD
FR
LSD Available
Front Torsen LSD
No
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
No
No
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
6
5
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Type
6-Speed Manual
5-Speed Manual
Drivetrain
4WD/
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
No
No
Drive Mode Selector
4WD/off-road drive mode support
-
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
6-Speed Manual
5-Speed Manual
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
AWD
RWD
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
6
5
Differential Type Front
-
Not Available
Differential Type Rear
-
Not Available
Transfer Case Guard
-
Not Available
Spec
GR Yaris
Hiace Ses'fikile
Claimed Mileage
11.5 km/l
11 km/l
City Mileage
9.4 km/l
9.5 km/l
Highway Mileage
10.5 km/l
11.5 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
50 l
70 l
Emission Standard
Euro 6
Euro 4
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
11.5 km/l
11 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
50
70
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
Spec
GR Yaris
Hiace Ses'fikile
Airbags
6
2
ABS
Standard
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Not Available
Child Safety Lock
Standard
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
Not Available
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Standard
Alarm System
Standard
Standard
Central Locking
Standard
Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Not Available
Not Available
Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
Not Available
AEB
Standard
Not Available
BA
Standard
Standard
Brake Override System
Not Available
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Not Available
Not Available
Driver Airbag
6
2
EBD
Standard
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Standard
Hill Hold
Standard
Not Available
Passenger Airbag
6
2
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Not Available
Not Available
Seatbelt Reminder
Not Available
Not Available
Side Airbags
Not Available
Not Available
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
TCS
Standard
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
Standard
Not Available
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Not Available
ABS EBD
Standard
Standard
Anti Theft Alarm
Standard
Standard
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
6
2
Driver Passenger Airbags
6
2
ESC With Traction Control
Standard
Standard
Spec
GR Yaris
Hiace Ses'fikile
Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Standard
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Standard
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Rear
Not Available
Rear View Camera
Standard
Not Available
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Standard
Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Lights
Standard
Not Available
Auto Wipers
Standard
Not Available
EV Mode
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors
Rear
Not Available
Reverse Camera
Standard
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Not Available
Park Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Not Available
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
Standard
Not Available
Emergency Braking
Standard
Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Parking Distance Sensors
Rear
Not Available
Parking Sensor
Rear
Not Available
Pre-Collision System
Standard
Not Available
Rain Sensor Wipers
Standard
Not Available
Rear View Camera
Standard
Not Available
Reverse Camera Type
Standard
Not Available
Reversing Camera
Standard
Not Available
Surround View Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Spec
GR Yaris
Hiace Ses'fikile
Seat Material
Suede / Fabric Sport
Fabric
Seat Adjustment
Manual
Manual
Heated Seats
Standard
Not Applicable
Ventilated Seats
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Steering Type
Electric
Hydraulic
Steering Adjustment
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt
Ambient Lighting
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Folding Rear Seats
Standard
Standard
Front Armrest
Standard
Not Available
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear USB Ports
2
1
Steering Wheel Material
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Instrument Cluster Type
Standard
Not Available
Interior Colour Options
3
1
60 40 Split Seat
Standard
Standard
Adjustable Driver Seat
Manual
Manual
Driver Seat Adjustment
Manual
Manual
Fabric Seats
Suede / Fabric Sport
Fabric
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Manual
Manual
Armrest Front
Standard
Not Available
Driver Seat
Manual
Manual
Interior Courtesy Lamps
Sport seats with GR logo, digital instrument cluster, minimalist cabin focused on driver engagement
High-capacity 16-seat configuration, basic but durable interior for high daily use
Leather Accented Seat Trim
Suede / Fabric Sport
Fabric
Interior Colours
3
1
Seat Fold Type
Standard
Standard
Seat Trim
Suede / Fabric Sport
Fabric
Spec
GR Yaris
Hiace Ses'fikile
Infotainment System
8-inch Touchscreen
6.8-inch Touchscreen
Apple CarPlay
Standard
Not Available
Android Auto
Standard
Not Available
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Standard
Number of Speakers
6
2
Navigation System
Standard
Not Available
Digital Instrument Cluster
Standard
Not Applicable
USB Ports
2
1
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Standard
Not Available
Wireless Android Auto
Standard
Not Available
Voice Recognition
Standard
Not Available
Infotainment Screen Size
8-inch Touchscreen
6.8-inch Touchscreen
Infotainment Display
8-inch Touchscreen
6.8-inch Touchscreen
Rear Usb
2
1
Audio Speakers
6
2
Audio System
6
2
Display Audio
8-inch Touchscreen
6.8-inch Touchscreen
Front Rear USB Charge Ports
2
1
Infotainment Screen
8-inch Touchscreen
6.8-inch Touchscreen
Multi Information Display
Standard
Not Available
Connected Services
Standard
Standard
Voice Control
Standard
Not Available
Smartphone Connectivity
Standard
Not Available
Touchscreen
8-inch Touchscreen
6.8-inch Touchscreen
Spec
GR Yaris
Hiace Ses'fikile
LED Headlamps
Standard
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
Standard
Not Available
Fog Lamps
Standard
Not Available
Roof Rails
Not Available
Not Available
Alloy Wheel Design
Standard
Not Available
Chrome Exterior Finish
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Spoiler
Standard
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
3
1
Roof Type
Not Available
Not Available
Body Type
Hatchback
Van
DRL
Standard
Not Available
Fog Lights
Standard
Not Available
Front Fog Lights
Standard
Not Available
Led Headlights
Standard
Not Available
Auto Headlights
Standard
Not Available
Automatic Headlamps
Standard
Not Available
Daytime Running Lights
Standard
Not Available
Electric Blind Sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
5
1
Exterior Mirror Electric
All Doors
Front Only
Front Fog Lamps
Standard
Not Available
Headlamp Levelling
Standard
Not Available
Headlamps
Standard
Not Available
Headlight Type
Standard
Not Available
Headlights
Standard
Not Available
Load Bed Liner
Not Available
Not Available
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Spoiler
Standard
Not Available
Active Exhaust
-
Not Available
Spec
GR Yaris
Hiace Ses'fikile
Approach Angle
-
Not Available
Departure Angle
-
Not Available
Wading Depth
-
Not Available
Terrain Modes
Not Available
Not Available
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Underbody Protection
Not Available
-
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
Approach Angle Deg
-
-
Breakover Angle
Not Available
Not Available
Departure Angle Deg
-
-
Energy Recovery Display
Not Available
Not Available
Ground Clearance Max
180 mm
175 mm
Ground Clearance Min
180 mm
175 mm
Off Road Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
Off Road Traction Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Mode Mud
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Mode Sand
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Mode Snow
Not Available
Not Available
Wading Depth Mm
-
-
Front Skid Plate Guard
-
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 Normal
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Rock
-
Not Available
Terrain Response System
-
Not Available
Underbody Camera
-
Not Available
Spec
GR Yaris
Hiace Ses'fikile
Tyre Size
225/40 R18
195/75 R16C
Wheel Type
Standard
Not Available
Front Brake Type
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Drum
Spare Wheel Type
Not Available
Full-Size
Wheel Rim Size
Standard
Not Available
Brake Type Front
Disc
Disc
Brake Type Rear
Disc
Drum
Spare Tyre
Not Available
Full-Size
Tyre Type
225/40 R18
195/75 R16C
Autonomous Emergency Brake
Standard
Not Available
Brakes
Disc
Disc
Cornering Brake Control
Standard
Standard
Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
Not Available
Handbrake Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Hydraulic Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Spare Wheel Size Type
Not Available
Full-Size
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
Standard
Not Available
Tyre Pressure Display
Standard
Not Available
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
Standard
Not Available
Wheel Material
Standard
Not Available
Wheels
Standard
Not Available
Spec
GR Yaris
Hiace Ses'fikile
Battery Warranty
5 Years / 150,000 km
5 Years / 150,000 km
Maintenance Plan
3 Years / 45,000 km
3 Years / 45,000 km
Service Plan Duration
3 Years / 45,000 km
3 Years / 45,000 km
Service Plan Distance
3 Years / 45,000 km
3 Years / 45,000 km
Service Plan
3 Years / 45,000 km
3 Years / 45,000 km
Spec
GR Yaris
Hiace Ses'fikile
Warranty Years
3 years / 100 000 km
3 years / 100 000 km
Warranty Kilometers
3 years / 100 000 km
3 years / 100 000 km
Roadside Assistance
3 Years
3 Years
Basic Warranty
3 years / 100 000 km
3 years / 100 000 km
Roadside Assistance
3 Years
3 Years
Warranty
3 years / 100 000 km
3 years / 100 000 km
Warranty Roadside Assistance
3 Years
3 Years
Spec
GR Yaris
Hiace Ses'fikile
CO2 Emissions
204 g/km
218 g/km
Hybrid System Type
Not Available
Not Available
Fuel Octane Requirement
Petrol
Diesel
Particulate Filter
Not Available
-
Euro Emission Standard
Euro 6
Euro 4
Idle CO2 Output
204
218
CO2 Emissions G Km
204
218
Spec
GR Yaris
Hiace Ses'fikile
Real-world City Mileage Min
10 l/100km
10 l/100km
Real-world City Mileage Max
13 l/100km
12.5 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Min
7.5 l/100km
9 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Max
9.5 l/100km
10.5 l/100km
Owner Review Count
4
8
Spec
GR Yaris
Hiace Ses'fikile
Ownership Role
Flagship
Base
Price Zar
897400 ZAR
549300 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current listed price
Current listed price
Starting Price
897400
549300
Starting Price Zar
897400
549300
In depth: how these cars differ
This GR Yaris and Hiace Ses'fikile 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: GR Yaris 85 vs Hiace Ses'fikile 37.
Efficiency index: GR Yaris 45 vs Hiace Ses'fikile 45.
Safety-equipment index: GR Yaris 90 vs Hiace Ses'fikile 44.
Practicality index: GR Yaris 46 vs Hiace Ses'fikile 80.
Ownership-cover index: GR Yaris 43 vs Hiace Ses'fikile 43.
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
GR Yaris leads by 14 points
GR Yaris has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Hiace Ses'fikile remains close.
Performance
GR Yaris +48
Efficiency
Level
Safety
GR Yaris +46
Practicality
Hiace Ses'fikile +34
Ownership
Level
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
GR Yaris
Performance
85/100
Efficiency
45/100
Safety
90/100
Practicality
46/100
Ownership
43/100
Hiace Ses'fikile
Performance
37/100
Efficiency
45/100
Safety
44/100
Practicality
80/100
Ownership
43/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexToyota GR Yaris
leads the specification evidence index with 64 pts
vs 50 pts for Hiace Ses'fikile
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, GR Yaris leads. However, Hiace Ses'fikile may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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