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Grand i10 Cargo
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SEALION 5 DM-i
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Spec
Grand i10 Cargo
SEALION 5 DM-i
Model Introduced Year
Current local generation year not confirmed
2026
Generation
Current South African Grand i10 Cargo listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
First South African SEALION 5 DM-i generation
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.
No separately marketed South African facelift announced as at August 2026
Facelift Launched Since
Original current-generation version
Original current-generation version
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
Panel van
SUV
Color Note
Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering.
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Dealer Stock Note
Top grade in the South Africa lineup
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Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
active
Active
Segment
Van
Medium SUV
Tare Mass Kg
900-950 kg
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Vehicle Type
Van
Passenger vehicle
Spec
Grand i10 Cargo
SEALION 5 DM-i
Length
3815 mm
4738 mm
Width
1680 mm
1860 mm
Height
1520 mm
1710 mm
Wheelbase
2450 mm
2712 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
165 mm
150 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
Not Officially Disclosed
150 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
37 l
52 l
Boot/Cargo Space
1210 l
463 l
Kerb Weight
Not Officially Disclosed
1735 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
Not Officially Disclosed
2145 kg
Payload Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
410 kg
Towing Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
0 kg
Seating Capacity
2 seats
5 seats
Number of Rows
1 rows
2 rows
Doors
5 doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
Not Officially Disclosed
6.0 m
Front Headroom
Not Officially Disclosed
970 mm
Rear Headroom
Not Applicable
910 mm
Front Legroom
Not Officially Disclosed
1100 mm
Rear Legroom
Not Applicable
935 mm
Spec
Grand i10 Cargo
SEALION 5 DM-i
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
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Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
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Front Suspension
Not Available
MacPherson strut
Rear Suspension
Not Available
Multi-link
Spec
Grand i10 Cargo
SEALION 5 DM-i
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
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Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
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Climate Control
Manual
Automatic
Power Windows
Not Available
Standard
Keyless Entry
Not Available
Standard
Push Button Start
Not Available
Standard
Wireless Charging
Wireless
Standard
Sunroof
Not Available
Panoramic
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Standard
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Standard
Boot Space Seats Folded
1210 l
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AC Type
Manual
Automatic
Climate Zones
Manual
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Engine Warranty
4
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Fuel Consumption Combined
5.9
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Hill Start Assist
Standard
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Air Conditioning
Manual
Automatic
Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
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Bed Extender
Not Available
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Canopy Fitment
Not Available
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Diff Lock
Not Available
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Difflock
Not Available
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Front Diff Lock
Not Available
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Intelligent Battery System
Not Available
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Load Bed Cover
Not Available
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Load Bed Light
Not Available
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Load Bed Steps
Not Available
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Loadbox Depth Mm
Not Available
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Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
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Loadbox Rope Hooks
Not Available
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Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Not Available
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Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
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Manual Aircon
Manual
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One Pedal Driving
Not Available
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Rear Diff Lock
Not Available
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Rear Electric Motor
Not Available
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Regenerative Braking Levels
Not Available
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Rim Size
14 Inches
18
Sonar
Rear
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Source Model Column
grand-i10-cargo
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Sports Bar
Not Available
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Tailgate Damper
Not Available
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Tailgate Lock
Not Available
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Tow Bar Type
Not Available
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Trim Level
top
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Variant Role
Commercial utility derivative
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Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
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Vehicle To Load
Not Available
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Spec
Grand i10 Cargo
SEALION 5 DM-i
Engine
Not Officially Disclosed
1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol Plug-in Hybrid
Cabin trim, seating material, screen layout and driver-assistance equipment vary by derivative. Compare the chosen Grand i10 Cargo grade before assuming a feature is included.
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Interior Colours
3
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Seat Trim
Cloth
Synthetic leather
Spec
Grand i10 Cargo
SEALION 5 DM-i
Infotainment System
SYNC
12.8-inch rotating touchscreen
Apple CarPlay
Standard
Standard
Android Auto
Standard
Standard
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Standard
Number of Speakers
Not Available
6
Digital Instrument Cluster
Digital instrument cluster
Full LCD instrument display
USB Ports
Not Available
Front and rear USB-A/USB-C ports
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Standard
Standard
Wireless Android Auto
Standard
Standard
Infotainment Screen Size
SYNC
12.8
Infotainment Screen
SYNC
12.8
Multi Information Display
Digital display
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Connected Services
Standard
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Smartphone Connectivity
Standard
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Touchscreen
SYNC
12.8
Spec
Grand i10 Cargo
SEALION 5 DM-i
LED Headlamps
Halogen
Standard
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
LED
Fog Lamps
Not Available
Rear fog lamp
Roof Rails
Not Available
Standard
Exterior Colour Options
3
Atlantis Grey, Obsidian Black, Snow White, Time Grey
Body Type
Van
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Led Headlights
Halogen
Standard
Exterior Colour Options
3
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Headlamps
Halogen
Standard
Headlight Type
Halogen
Standard
Headlights
Halogen
Standard
Load Bed Liner
Not Available
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Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
Standard
Spec
Grand i10 Cargo
SEALION 5 DM-i
Approach Angle
Not Available
18 deg
Departure Angle
Not Available
22 deg
Wading Depth
Not Available
363.6 mm
Terrain Modes
Not Available
Snow
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Not Available
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Breakover Angle
Not Available
Not Available
Energy Recovery Display
Not Available
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Front Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
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Ground Clearance Max
165 mm
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Ground Clearance Min
165 mm
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Off Road Descent Control
Not Available
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Off Road Traction Assist
Not Available
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Crawl Control
Not Available
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Rear Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
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Skid Plates Fuel Tank
Not Available
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Skid Plates Transfer Case
Not Available
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Terrain Mode Mud
Not Available
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Terrain Mode Normal
Not Available
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Terrain Mode Rock
Not Available
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Terrain Mode Sand
Not Available
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Terrain Mode Snow
Not Available
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Terrain Response System
Not Available
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Underbody Camera
Not Available
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Spec
Grand i10 Cargo
SEALION 5 DM-i
Tyre Size
Not Available
225/60 R18
Front Brake Type
Not Available
Ventilated disc
Rear Brake Type
Not Available
Disc
Spare Wheel Type
Not Available
Tyre repair kit
Wheel Rim Size
14 Inches
18
Wheel Diameter
14 Inches
18
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Standard
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Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
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Handbrake Type
Not Applicable
Electronic parking brake
Wheel Size Type
14 Inches
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Wheels
14 Inches
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Spec
Grand i10 Cargo
SEALION 5 DM-i
Service Interval
15000 km / 12 months
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Battery Warranty
4
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Maintenance Plan
3 Years / 45000 km
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Engine Oil Change Interval
15000 km / 12 months
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First Service At
15000
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Service Plan Duration
1 year / 15 000 km
4 years/60000 km service plan (4 scheduled services)
Service Plan Distance
1 year / 15 000 km
4 years/60000 km service plan (4 scheduled services)
Alternator
120A
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Service Plan
1 year / 15 000 km
4 years/60000 km service plan (4 scheduled services)
Service Intervals
15000 km / 12 months
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Accessory Battery Type
Lead-acid
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Spec
Grand i10 Cargo
SEALION 5 DM-i
Warranty Years
5 years / 150 000 km plus 2 years / 50 000 km powertrain
5 years/100000 km complete vehicle; 8 years/200000 km power battery; 5 years/100000 km drive unit
Warranty Kilometers
5 years / 150 000 km plus 2 years / 50 000 km powertrain
5 years/100000 km complete vehicle; 8 years/200000 km power battery; 5 years/100000 km drive unit
Roadside Assistance
5 Years
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Anti-Corrosion Warranty
5 Years
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Basic Warranty
5 years / 150 000 km plus 2 years / 50 000 km powertrain
5 years/100000 km complete vehicle; 8 years/200000 km power battery; 5 years/100000 km drive unit
Roadside Assistance
5 Years
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Warranty
5 years / 150 000 km plus 2 years / 50 000 km powertrain
5 years/100000 km complete vehicle; 8 years/200000 km power battery; 5 years/100000 km drive unit
Warranty Roadside Assistance
5 Years
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Spec
Grand i10 Cargo
SEALION 5 DM-i
CO2 Emissions
Not Applicable
27 g/km
Hybrid System Type
Not Available
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Fuel Octane Requirement
Petrol
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Particulate Filter
Not Available
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Spec
Grand i10 Cargo
SEALION 5 DM-i
Ownership Role
Top
higher-equipment derivative
Price Zar
299900 ZAR
569900 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current listed price
higher-equipment derivative
Starting Price
299900
569900
Starting Price Zar
299900
569900
In depth: how these cars differ
This Grand i10 Cargo and SEALION 5 DM-i 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: Grand i10 Cargo 30 vs SEALION 5 DM-i 39.
Efficiency index: Grand i10 Cargo 66 vs SEALION 5 DM-i 81.
Safety-equipment index: Grand i10 Cargo 40 vs SEALION 5 DM-i 92.
Practicality index: Grand i10 Cargo 64 vs SEALION 5 DM-i 61.
Ownership-cover index: Grand i10 Cargo 65 vs SEALION 5 DM-i not separately scored.
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
SEALION 5 DM-i leads by 16 points
SEALION 5 DM-i holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over Grand i10 Cargo.
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
SEALION 5 DM-i
Performance
39/100
Efficiency
81/100
Safety
92/100
Practicality
61/100
Grand i10 Cargo
Performance
30/100
Efficiency
66/100
Safety
40/100
Practicality
64/100
Ownership
65/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexBYD SEALION 5 DM-i
leads the specification evidence index with 67 pts
vs 51 pts for Grand i10 Cargo
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, SEALION 5 DM-i leads. However, Grand i10 Cargo may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.
Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.
A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.
Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.
Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.
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