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.
GR86 holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over K2700.
K2700 starts ZAR 397,905 cheaperGR86 from ZAR 749,900 · K2700 from ZAR 351,995
Five key differences
Exact selected derivatives
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Specification
GR86
K2700
Maximum Power
GR86173 kW @ 7000 rpm
K270056 kW @ 3200 rpm
Maximum Torque
GR86250 Nm @ 3700 rpm
K2700152 Nm @ 2000 rpm
Engine Size
GR862387 cc
K27002665 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
GR8610.9 km/l
K270010.5 km/l
Ground Clearance
GR86130 mm
K2700195 mm
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
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Toyota GR86
2.4 Automatic
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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Specification evidence leader
GR86
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
Lower published practicality figures
Lower published ownership cover
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished Efficiency
K2700
Strengths
Stronger published practicality figures
Stronger published ownership cover
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower fuel efficiency
Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:Published Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
GR86
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
K2700
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Buyers prioritising the stronger published warranty or service cover
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
GR86
K2700
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
No
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
No
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
No
Around View Monitor
Not Available
No
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Available
No
Auto Lights
Standard
No
Auto Wipers
Standard
No
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
No
Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
No
Cruise Control
Standard
No
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
No
Emergency Braking
Not Available
No
EV Mode
Not Available
No
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
No
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
No
Parking Distance Sensors
Rear
No
Parking Sensor
Rear
No
Parking Sensors
Rear
No
Pre-Collision System
Not Available
No
Rain Sensor Wipers
Standard
No
Rear View Camera
Standard
No
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
No
Rear View Camera
Standard
No
Reverse Camera
Standard
No
Reverse Camera Type
Standard
No
Reversing Camera
Standard
No
Surround View Camera
Not Available
No
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
No
Rear Parking Sensors
Rear
No
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
No
Park Assist
Not Available
No
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
No
Eco Mode
-
No
Sport Mode
-
No
Front Camera
-
No
Automatic High Beam
-
No
Spec
GR86
K2700
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
Standard
No
Axle Layout
RWD
RWD
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
No
Differential Type Front
Not Available
Not Available
Differential Type Rear
Not Available
Not Available
Drivetrain
RWD
RWD
Drivetrain Layout
Rear Wheel Drive
RWD
Engine Position
Front Longitudinal
Front Transverse
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
4
5
Gear Shift Type
6-Speed Automatic with Paddle Shifters
Manual
Gearbox
6-Speed Automatic with Paddle Shifters
5-Speed Manual
Gearbox Type
6-Speed Automatic with Paddle Shifters
5-Speed Manual
LSD Available
Torsen LSD
No
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Standard
No
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transfer Case Guard
Not Available
Not Available
Transmission Speeds
4
5
Transmission Type
Automatic
Manual Transmission
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
4.10
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Single Dry Disc
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
Yes
Steering Turns Lock to Lock
-
15.2:1
Spec
GR86
K2700
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Approach Angle
-
25 deg
Approach Angle Deg
-
25 deg
Crawl Control
Not Available
Not Available
Departure Angle
-
18 deg
Departure Angle Deg
-
18 deg
Energy Recovery Display
Not Available
Not Available
Front Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
Not Available
Ground Clearance Max
130 mm
195 mm
Ground Clearance Min
130 mm
195 mm
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
No
Off Road Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
Off Road Traction Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
Not Available
Skid Plates Fuel Tank
Not Available
Not Available
Skid Plates Transfer Case
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Mode Mud
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Mode Normal
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Mode Rock
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Mode Sand
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Mode Snow
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Modes
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Response System
Not Available
Not Available
Underbody Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Underbody Protection
Not Available
No
Wading Depth
-
Not Available
Wading Depth Mm
-
-
Breakover Angle
Not Available
16 deg
Ramp Breakover Angle
-
16 deg
Ramp-over Angle
-
19 deg
Recovery Hooks
-
Yes
Spec
GR86
K2700
60 40 Split Seat
50/50 Split
No
Adjustable Driver Seat
Manual
2-Way Manual
Ambient Lighting
Not Applicable
No
Front Armrest
Standard
No
Armrest Front
Standard
No
Armrest Rear
Not Available
No
Driver Seat
Manual
2-Way Manual
Driver Seat Adjustment
Manual
2-Way Manual
Fabric Seats
Sport Fabric/Suede
No
Folding Rear Seats
50/50 Split
No
Heated Seats
Not Applicable
No
Instrument Cluster Type
7-inch Digital
Analogue
Interior Colour Options
5
Grey
Interior Colours
5
Grey
Interior Courtesy Lamps
Driver-focused cockpit, sports seats, digital cluster, infotainment system
Commercial cab with driver and passenger seating, basic audio, air conditioning (Aircon variants), manual windows, simplified commercial switchgear
Leather Accented Seat Trim
Sport Fabric/Suede
Vinyl
Rear Armrest
Not Available
No
Rear Seat Centre Armrest
Not Available
No
Seat Adjustment
Manual
2-Way Manual
Seat Fold Type
50/50 Split
No
Seat Material
Sport Fabric/Suede
Vinyl
Seat Trim
Sport Fabric/Suede
Vinyl
Steering Adjustment
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt and Telescopic
Steering Type
Electric
Yes
Rear USB Ports
2
No
Ventilated Seats
Not Applicable
No
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
1405 mm
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
1350 mm
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Manual
2-Way Manual
Steering Wheel Material
Not Applicable
Urethane
Rear AC Vents
-
No
Cooled Seats
-
No
Leather Seats
-
No
Adjustable Front Seat
-
2-Way Manual
Driver Lumbar Support
-
No
Memory Seats
-
No
Front Headrest
-
Adjustable
Rear Headrest
-
No
Door Map Pockets
-
Yes
Cup Holders
-
2
Seat Belt Warning
-
Yes
Interior Trim Colour
-
Grey
Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest
-
No
Spec
GR86
K2700
ABS
Standard with Sport Mode
No
ABS EBD
Standard with Sport Mode
No
AEB
Not Available
No
Airbags
7
0
Alarm System
Standard
No
Anti Theft Alarm
Standard
No
BA
Standard
No
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
No
Brake Assist
Standard
No
Central Locking
Standard
Yes
Child Safety Lock
Standard
No
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
7
0
Driver Passenger Airbags
7
0
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Yes
Electronic Stability Control
Standard with Track Mode
No
ESC With Traction Control
Standard with Track Mode
No
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
Hill Hold
Standard
No
Hill Start Assist
Standard
No
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Yes
ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
No
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
No
Side Impact Beams
Standard
Yes
Stability Control
Standard with Track Mode
No
TCS
Standard
No
Traction Control
Standard
No
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Standard
No
Driver Airbag
7
No
Passenger Airbag
7
No
EBD
Standard with Sport Mode
No
Side Airbags
Not Available
No
Curtain Airbags
Not Available
No
Knee Airbag
Not Available
No
Brake Override System
Not Available
Yes
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Not Available
Yes
Seatbelt Reminder
Not Available
Yes
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Not Available
Yes
Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
No
Whiplash Protection
-
No
Pedestrian Detection AEB
-
No
Lane Change Warning
-
No
Fatigue Detection
-
No
Speed Alert System
-
Yes
Spec
GR86
K2700
AC Type
Manual AC
No
Accelerator 0 100
6.9 sec
-
Air Conditioning
Manual AC
No
Auto Dimming Irvm
Standard
No
Auto Dimming Mirror
Standard
No
Automatic Headlamps
Standard
No
Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
Not Available
Bed Extender
Not Available
Not Available
Canopy Fitment
Not Available
Not Available
Centre Console
Standard
No
Climate Control
Manual AC
No
Climate Zones
Manual AC
1
Common Rail Injection
Direct + Port Injection
Direct Injection
Diff Lock
Not Applicable
No
Difflock
Not Applicable
No
Digital Speedometer
7-inch Digital
No
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
No
Engine Start Button Illumination
Standard
No
Engine Start Stop
Standard
No
Engine Start Stop Button
Standard
No
Engine Warranty
Not Applicable
5 Years / 150,000 km
Front Armrest
Standard
No
Front Diff Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Fuel Consumption Combined
9.2
9.5
Hill Start Assist
Standard
No
Intelligent Battery System
Not Available
Not Available
Intelligent Keyless Entry
Standard
No
Keyless Entry
Standard
No
Lift Gate
Not Available
No
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 Rope Hooks
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Not Available
Not Available
Manual Aircon
Manual AC
No
Mirror
All Doors
Manual
One Pedal Driving
Not Available
Not Available
Panoramic Roof
Not Available
No
Passive Entry Start
Standard
No
Power Mirrors
All Doors
No
Power Windows
All Doors
No
Powered Tailgate
Not Available
No
Push Button Start
Standard
No
Push Button Start
Standard
No
Rain Sensing Wipers
Standard
No
Rear Diff Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Electric Motor
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Seat Split
50/50 Split
No
Rear Wing
Rear Spoiler
No
Rearview Mirror Inside
Standard
No
Regenerative Braking Levels
Not Available
Not Available
Remote Central Locking
Standard
Yes
Roof Rack Compatibility
Not Available
No
Seat Type
Sport Fabric/Suede
Vinyl Seats
Side Impact Bars
Standard
Yes
Skid Plates
Not Available
No
Sonar
Rear
No
Sound System
6
2
Source Model Column
gr86
k2700
Spare Wheel
Space Saver
Full-Size Spare
Sports Bar
Not Available
Not Available
Steering Column Adjustment
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt and Telescopic
Sub Frame
Monocoque
Body-on-Frame
Sunroof
Not Available
No
Surround View Monitor
Not Available
No
Tailgate Damper
Not Available
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Telescopic Steering
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt Steering
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt and Telescopic
Tow Bar Type
Not Available
Not Available
TPMS
Standard
No
Trim Level
top
flagship
Unlocking
Standard
No
Variant Role
Core range derivative
Flagship / premium derivative
Vdc
Standard with Track Mode
No
Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
Not Available
Vehicle To Load
Not Available
Not Available
Voice Command
Standard
No
Voice Command Support
Standard
No
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
Standard
No
Walk Away Lock
Standard
No
Wireless Charger
Not Available
No
Wireless Charging
Not Available
No
Electric Folding Mirrors
All Doors
No
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
1800 mm
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
1500 mm
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
1800 mm
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
1500 mm
Boot Space Seats Folded
237 l
Not Applicable
Rim Size
18-inch BBS Alloy
185R14C
Intercooler
-
No
Rev Matching
-
No
Performance Data Logger
-
No
Engine Check Warning
-
Yes
Drag Coefficient
-
0.45
Stabilizer Bar
-
Yes
Steering Response
-
Normal
Side Steps
-
No
Tyre Repair Kit
-
No
Seatbelt Pre Tensioner
-
Yes
Speed Limiter
-
Yes
Speed Alert System
-
No
Impact Sensing Door Unlock
-
Yes
Adaptive Dampers
-
No
Driver Display
-
Analogue Cluster
Heads Up Display
-
No
Tachometer
-
Yes
Trip Computer
-
Yes
Multi Function Steering
-
No
Steering Mounted Controls
-
No
Rear Air Conditioning
-
No
Glovebox Cooling
-
No
Driver Seat Height Adjustment
-
No
Headrest Adjustable
-
Yes
Vanity Mirror
-
No
12V Accessory Socket
-
Yes
Front Power Outlet
-
No
Rear Reading Lamps
-
No
Remote Engine Start
-
No
Remote Start
-
No
Door Ajar Warning
-
Yes
Fuel Lid Opener
-
Manual
Boot Opener
-
Manual
Heated Mirrors
-
No
Electric Mirror Folding
-
No
Remote Side Mirror
-
No
Rear Window Defroster
-
No
Rear Defogger
-
No
Follow Me Home Headlamps
-
No
Tail Lamps
-
No
Headlamp Height Adjust
-
Yes
Headlamp Washer
-
No
Roof Antenna
-
Yes
Aero Kit
-
No
Chrome Grille
-
No
Chrome Exterior Highlights
-
No
Ride Mode Selection
-
No
Service Reminder
-
Yes
Automatic High Beam
-
No
Bottle Holders
-
2
Glove Box
-
Yes
Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors
-
No
Power Socket 12v
-
Yes
Stabilizer Bar Front
-
Yes
Stabilizer Bar Rear
-
No
Rear LED Combination Taillights
-
No
Front Wiper
-
No
Front Wipers Type
-
No
Vanity Mirror Illuminated
-
No
Reading Lights Rear
-
No
Spec
GR86
K2700
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
No
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
City Mileage
8 km/l
9.1 km/l
Claimed Mileage
10.9 km/l
10.5 km/l
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Emission Standard
Euro 5
Euro 3
Fuel Tank Capacity
50 l
70 l
Fuel Tank Litres
50
70
Highway Mileage
12 km/l
11.8 km/l
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
10.9 km/l
10.5 km/l
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
No
Low Fuel Warning
-
Yes
Spec
GR86
K2700
Alloy Wheel Design
18-inch BBS Alloy
Steel
Auto Headlights
Standard
No
Automatic Headlamps
Standard
No
Body Cladding
Not Available
No
Body Type
Sedan
Tipper Truck
Chrome Exterior Finish
Not Available
No
Daytime Running Lamps
LED
Yes
Daytime Running Lights
LED
Yes
DRL
LED
Yes
Electric Blind Sunroof
Not Available
Cab
Exterior Colour Options
5
White
Exterior Colour Options
5
1
Exterior Mirror Electric
All Doors
No
Fog Lamps
LED
No
Fog Lights
LED
No
Front Fog Lamps
LED
No
Front Fog Lights
LED
No
Headlamp Levelling
Full LED
No
Headlamps
Full LED
No
Headlight Type
Full LED
No
Headlights
Full LED
No
LED Headlamps
Full LED
No
Led Headlights
Full LED
No
Load Bed Liner
Not Available
Not Available
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
No
Rear Spoiler
Rear Spoiler
No
Roof Rails
Not Available
No
Roof Type
Not Available
Cab
Rear Spoiler
Rear Spoiler
No
Front Overhang
-
820 mm
Rear Overhang
-
1365 mm
Wing Mirror Type
-
Manual
Rear Wiper
-
No
Led Taillights
-
No
Rear Fog Lights
-
No
Door Handle Finish
-
Metal
Exterior Mirror Folding
-
No
Exterior Door Handle Colour
-
Metal
Spec
GR86
K2700
Android Auto
Standard
No
Apple CarPlay
Standard
No
Audio Speakers
6
2
Audio System
6
Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
No
Connected Services
Standard
No
Digital Instrument Cluster
7-inch Digital
No
Display Audio
8-inch Touchscreen
0-inch Touchscreen
Front Rear USB Charge Ports
2
0
Infotainment System
8-inch Touchscreen
0-inch Touchscreen
Infotainment Display
8-inch Touchscreen
0
Infotainment Screen
8-inch Touchscreen
0
Multi Information Display
7-inch Digital
Analogue
Navigation System
Standard
No
Rear Usb
2
No
Infotainment Screen Size
8-inch Touchscreen
0
Smartphone Connectivity
Standard
No
Number of Speakers
6
2
Touchscreen
8-inch Touchscreen
0
USB Ports
2
0
Voice Control
Standard
No
Voice Recognition
Standard
No
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Standard
No
Wireless Android Auto
Standard
No
AUX Input
-
No
Wi-Fi Hotspot
-
No
Premium Audio
-
No
FM Radio
-
Yes
Radio
-
Yes
Head Up Display
-
No
Audio Controls On Steering
-
No
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
-
No
Audio
-
Yes
Spec
GR86
K2700
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
6 Years
3 Years
Basic Warranty
3 years / 100 000 km
5 Years / 150,000 km
Roadside Assistance
3 Years
3 Years
Roadside Assistance
3 Years
3 Years
Warranty
3 years / 100 000 km
5 Years / 150,000 km
Warranty Kilometers
3 years / 100 000 km
5 Years / 150,000 km
Warranty Roadside Assistance
3 Years
3 Years
Warranty Years
3 years / 100 000 km
5 Years / 150,000 km
Spec
GR86
K2700
Autonomous Emergency Brake
Not Available
No
Brake Type Front
Ventilated Disc Brembo
Ventilated Disc
Brake Type Rear
Solid Disc
Drum
Brakes
Ventilated Disc Brembo
Ventilated Disc
Cornering Brake Control
Standard
No
Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
Not Available
Front Brake Type
Ventilated Disc Brembo
Ventilated Disc
Hydraulic Brake Assist
Standard
No
Rear Brake Type
Solid Disc
Drum
Spare Tyre
Space Saver
Full-Size Spare
Spare Wheel Size Type
Space Saver
Full-Size Spare
Spare Wheel Type
Space Saver
Full-Size Spare
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
Standard
No
Tyre Pressure Display
Standard
No
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
Standard
No
Tyre Size
215/40 R18
185R14C
Tyre Type
215/40 R18
Radial
Wheel Material
18-inch BBS Alloy
Steel
Wheel Type
18-inch BBS Alloy
Steel
Wheels
18-inch BBS Alloy
Steel
Wheel Rim Size
18-inch BBS Alloy
185R14C
Handbrake Type
Not Applicable
Manual
Wheel Diameter
18-inch BBS Alloy
185R14C
Front Brake Disc Diameter
-
280 mm
Rear Brake Drum Diameter
-
260 mm
Parking Brake Type
-
Manual
Front Tyre Width
-
185 mm
Rear Tyre Width
-
185 mm
Tyre Load Index
-
112
Tyre Speed Rating
-
L
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
-
No
Electric Park Brake
-
Manual
Wheel Size Type
-
185R14C
Steering Wheel Phone Controls
-
No
Leather Steering Wheel
-
Urethane
Steering Wheel Trim
-
Urethane
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
-
No
Auto Brake Hold
-
Manual
Spec
GR86
K2700
Battery Warranty
Not Applicable
5 Years / 150,000 km
Maintenance Plan
Optional
1 Year / 15,000 km
Engine Oil Change Interval
10,000 km or 6 Months
7500
Approx Service Cost
Approx R5,500
R1,800 per service
Service Interval
10,000 km or 6 Months
7500
Service Intervals
10,000 km or 6 Months
7500
Service Plan
Optional
1 Year / 15,000 km
Service Plan Distance
Optional
1 Year / 15,000 km
Service Plan Duration
Optional
1 Year / 15,000 km
Alternator
-
Yes
Engine Oil Capacity
-
7.5 l
First Service At
-
7500
Anti-Rust Treatment
-
Yes
Spec
GR86
K2700
Body Style
Sedan
Van
Color Note
White, Red, Black, Grey, Blue
White (standard fleet specification)
Dealer Stock Note
Top grade in the South Africa lineup
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Model Year
2026
2026
Segment
Sedan
Van
Tare Mass Kg
1270 kg
1880 kg
Vehicle Type
Sedan
Van
Model Introduced Year
2022
1997
Generation
Second generation GR86 with improved 2.4L engine
Long-running light commercial vehicle; established in SA commercial fleet market
Facelift History
Second generation introduced in 2022 with more power
Updated in 2005, 2012; current model ongoing production with specification updates
Facelift Launched Since
2022
2012
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Production Status
active
active
Spec
GR86
K2700
Boot/Cargo Space
237 l
3000 l
Doors
4 doors
2 doors
Fuel Tank Capacity
50 l
70 l
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
1660 kg
2850 kg
Ground Clearance (Default)
130 mm
195 mm
Height
1310 mm
2060 mm
Kerb Weight
1270 kg
1880 kg
Length
4265 mm
4870 mm
Seating Capacity
4 seats
2 seats
Minimum Turning Radius
5.4 m
11.4 m
Wheelbase
2575 mm
2685 mm
Width
1775 mm
1840 mm
Payload Capacity
390 kg
1300 kg
Number of Rows
2 rows
1 rows
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
125 mm
145 mm
Towing Capacity
1600 kg
1180 kg
Front Headroom
998 mm
1010 mm
Rear Headroom
958 mm
Not Applicable
Front Legroom
1050 mm
1040 mm
Rear Legroom
891 mm
Not Applicable
Spec
GR86
K2700
Chassis Material
Monocoque
Body-on-Frame
Chassis Type
Monocoque
Body-on-Frame
Front Spring Type
MacPherson Strut
Coil Spring
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
Independent Double Wishbone
Front Suspension Type
MacPherson Strut
Independent Double Wishbone
Front Track Width
1520 mm
1490 mm
Power Steering
Electric
Yes
Rear Axle Type
Double Wishbone
Rigid Axle Leaf Spring
Rear Spring Type
Double Wishbone
Leaf Spring
Rear Suspension
Double Wishbone
Rigid Axle Leaf Spring
Rear Suspension Type
Double Wishbone
Rigid Axle Leaf Spring
Rear Track Width
1540 mm
1550 mm
Steering Column
Tilt and Telescopic
Adjustable
Suspension
MacPherson Strut
Independent Double Wishbone
Shock Absorber Type
-
Telescopic
Front Anti-Roll Bar
-
Yes
Rear Anti-Roll Bar
-
No
Shock Absorbers
-
Telescopic
Spec
GR86
K2700
CO2 Emissions
177 g/km
249 g/km
CO2 Emissions G Km
177
249
Euro Emission Standard
Euro 5
Euro 3
Hybrid System Type
Not Applicable
Not Available
Idle CO2 Output
177
261
Noise Level
70 dB
78 dB
Particulate Filter
Not Available
DPF
Start Stop System
Not Available
No
Fuel Octane Requirement
Petrol
B7 Diesel
Variable Valve Timing
-
No
Fuel Evaporation Control
-
No
Spec
GR86
K2700
Ownership Role
Top
Flagship
Price Zar
799900 ZAR
404995 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current listed price
Current listed price
Starting Price
799900
404995
Starting Price Zar
799900
404995
Spec
GR86
K2700
Real-world City Mileage Max
10 l/100km
10.0 l/100km
Real-world City Mileage Min
8 l/100km
7.7 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Max
13 l/100km
12.4 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Min
11 l/100km
10.6 l/100km
Owner Review Count
9
-
Spec
GR86
K2700
Engine
2.4-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
2.7-litre Naturally Aspirated Diesel
Fuel Type
Petrol
Diesel
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
2387 cc
2665 cc
Cylinders
4
4
Cylinder Layout
Boxer
Inline
Valves
16
8
Valves per Cylinder
4
2
Aspiration
Naturally Aspirated
Naturally Aspirated
Fuel System
Dual Injection
Direct Injection
Compression Ratio
12.5:1
20.0:1
Maximum Power
173 kW @ 7000 rpm
56 kW @ 3200 rpm
Maximum Torque
250 Nm @ 3700 rpm
152 Nm @ 2000 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
RWD
RWD
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
5-Speed Manual
Top Speed
226 km/h
130 km/h
0-100 km/h
6.9 sec
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
136.2 kW/tonne
29.8 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
196.9 Nm/tonne
80.9 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
Engine Code
Market-specific engine family
J2
Bore
82.0 mm
94 mm
Stroke
94.6 mm
96 mm
Quarter Mile
15.5 sec
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Eco, Comfort, Sport
No
Launch Control
No
No
Rev Limiter
6500 rpm
Not Officially Disclosed
In depth: how these cars differ
This GR86 and K2700 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: GR86 67 vs K2700 32.
Efficiency index: GR86 45 vs K2700 43.
Safety-equipment index: GR86 96 vs K2700 0.
Practicality index: GR86 46 vs K2700 68.
Ownership-cover index: GR86 43 vs K2700 49.
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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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 / 100
Evidence-index readout
GR86 leads by 24 points
GR86 holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over K2700.
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
GR86
Performance
67/100
Efficiency
45/100
Safety
96/100
Practicality
46/100
Ownership
43/100
K2700
Performance
32/100
Efficiency
43/100
Safety
0/100
Practicality
68/100
Ownership
49/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexToyota GR86
leads the specification evidence index with 61 pts
vs 37 pts for K2700
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, GR86 leads. However, K2700 may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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