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.
Hyundai Grand i10 vs Hyundai i20: the short answer
Grand i10 and i20 are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Grand i10 starts ZAR 78,000 cheaperGrand i10 from ZAR 218,900 · i20 from ZAR 296,900
Five key differences
Exact selected derivatives
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Specification
Grand i10
i20
Maximum Power
Grand i1061 kW @ 6300 rpm
i2074 kW @ 5500 rpm
Maximum Torque
Grand i10114 Nm @ 4200 rpm
i20172 Nm @ 1500 rpm
Engine Size
Grand i101197 cc
i20998 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
Grand i1016.9 km/l
i2014.5 km/l
Ground Clearance
Grand i10170 mm
i20195 mm
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Independent editorial assessment
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Hyundai Grand i10
1.2 Fluid
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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Grand i10
Strengths
Better fuel efficiency
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Fewer listed safety features
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published Efficiency
Specification evidence leader
i20
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Stronger listed safety equipment
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Lower fuel efficiency
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
Grand i10
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
i20
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
Grand i10
i20
Model Introduced Year
2014
2008
Generation
Second generation Grand i10 sold in SA with a 2023 facelift; based on the global third-gen i10 platform adapted for emerging markets
Third generation i20 on the K2 platform; sold in SA with 1.0T three-cylinder turbo across all variants
Facelift History
Second generation arrived in 2017; facelift with updated front styling and infotainment in 2023
Third generation launched globally in 2020 and arrived in SA shortly after; significant improvement over the second gen in styling, tech, and driving dynamics
Facelift Launched Since
2023
2020
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
Hatchback
Hatchback
Color Note
White, Silver, Red, Blue, Grey
White, Black, Silver, Blue, Red, Yellow
Dealer Stock Note
Fluid grade in the South Africa lineup
Fluid grade in the South Africa lineup
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
active
active
Segment
Hatchback
Hatchback
Tare Mass Kg
975 kg
1135 kg
Vehicle Type
Hatchback
Hatchback
Spec
Grand i10
i20
Length
3665 mm
4040 mm
Width
1660 mm
1775 mm
Height
1520 mm
1505 mm
Wheelbase
2385 mm
2580 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
170 mm
195 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Tank Capacity
35 l
40 l
Boot/Cargo Space
235 l
352 l
Kerb Weight
975 kg
1135 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
1410 kg
1610 kg
Payload Capacity
435 kg
475 kg
Towing Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
2 rows
Doors
5 doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
Not Officially Disclosed
5.2 m
Front Headroom
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Headroom
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Front Legroom
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Legroom
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
Grand i10
i20
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
1551 mm
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
1565 mm
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension
Torsion Beam
Torsion Beam
Chassis Type
Monocoque
Monocoque
Power Steering
Electric
Electric
Steering Column
Tilt
Tilt
Front Spring Type
MacPherson Strut
Coil
Rear Spring Type
Torsion Beam
Coil
Chassis Material
Monocoque
Monocoque
Front Suspension Type
MacPherson Strut
MacPherson Strut
Rear Axle Type
Torsion Beam
Torsion Beam
Rear Suspension Type
Torsion Beam
Torsion Beam
Suspension
MacPherson Strut
MacPherson Strut
MagneRide Damping
-
Not Available
Spec
Grand i10
i20
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Climate Control
Manual AC
Auto Climate Control
Power Windows
All
All
Keyless Entry
Yes
Yes
Push Button Start
No
Yes
Wireless Charging
No
Yes
Sunroof
No
Sunroof
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Not Available
Automatic Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Rain Sensing Wipers
No
No
Auto Dimming Mirror
No
No
Boot Space Seats Folded
235 l
1165 l
Rear Window Defroster
Yes
Yes
Electric Mirror Folding
Power Adjustable
Power Adjustable
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Yes
Yes
12V Accessory Socket
12V
12V
AC Type
Manual AC
Auto Climate Control
Auto Dimming Irvm
No
No
Boot Opener
Inside
Inside
Climate Zones
1
1
Door Ajar Warning
Yes
Yes
Electric Folding Mirrors
Yes
Yes
Engine Check Warning
Yes
Yes
Engine Start Button Illumination
No
Yes
Engine Start Stop
No
Yes
Engine Start Stop Button
No
Yes
Engine Warranty
4
4
Front Armrest
Yes
Yes
Front Power Outlet
Yes
Yes
Fuel Consumption Combined
5.9
6.9
Fuel Lid Opener
Inside
Inside
Glovebox Cooling
Yes
Yes
Headlamp Height Adjust
Manual
Manual
Headlamp Washer
No
No
Hill Start Assist
Yes
Yes
Panoramic Roof
No
Sunroof
Power Mirrors
Yes
Yes
Push Button Start
No
Yes
Rear Defogger
Yes
Yes
Rear Reading Lamps
Yes
Yes
Rear Seat Split
60/40 Split
60/40 Split
Rear Wing
Yes
Yes
Seat Type
Fabric
Leather-Look
Seatbelt Pre Tensioner
Yes
Yes
Service Reminder
Yes
Yes
Skid Plates
Not Available
Not Available
Spare Wheel
Full Size
Spare Wheel
Steering Mounted Controls
Yes
Yes
Tachometer
Yes
Yes
Telescopic Steering
No
No
Tilt Steering
Yes
Yes
Trip Computer
Yes
Yes
Vanity Mirror
Yes
Yes
Voice Command
Yes
Yes
Voice Command Support
Yes
Yes
Accelerator 0 100
12.8 sec
11.0 sec
Air Conditioning
Manual AC
Auto Climate Control
Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
Not Available
Bed Extender
Not Available
Not Available
Bottle Holders
4
4
Canopy Fitment
Not Available
Not Available
Centre Console
Yes
Yes
Common Rail Injection
Multi-Point Fuel Injection
Direct Injection
Diff Lock
No
No
Difflock
No
No
Digital Speedometer
Analogue + MID
Analogue + MID
Front Diff Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Front Wiper
Yes
Yes
Front Wipers Type
Yes
Yes
Glove Box
Yes
Yes
Intelligent Battery System
Not Available
Not Available
Intelligent Keyless Entry
Yes
Yes
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
Manual AC
Auto Climate Control
Mirror
Power Adjustable
Power Adjustable
One Pedal Driving
Not Available
Not Available
Passive Entry Start
Yes
Yes
Power Socket 12v
12V
12V
Reading Lights Rear
Yes
Yes
Rear Air Conditioning
No
No
Rear Diff Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Electric Motor
Not Available
Not Available
Rearview Mirror Inside
No
No
Regenerative Braking Levels
Not Available
Not Available
Remote Central Locking
Yes
Yes
Remote Side Mirror
Power Adjustable
Power Adjustable
Rim Size
14
16
Roof Rack Compatibility
No
No
Sonar
Rear
Front & Rear
Sound System
6
8 Bose Premium
Source Model Column
grand-i10
i20
Sports Bar
Not Available
Not Available
Steering Column Adjustment
Tilt
Tilt & Telescopic
Sub Frame
Monocoque
Monocoque
Tailgate Damper
Not Available
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Tow Bar Type
Not Available
Not Available
TPMS
Yes
Yes
Trim Level
fluid
fluid
Unlocking
Yes
Yes
Vanity Mirror Illuminated
Yes
Yes
Variant Role
Mid-to-high value derivative
Mid-to-high value derivative
Vdc
Yes
Yes
Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
Not Available
Vehicle To Load
Not Available
Not Available
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
Yes
Yes
Walk Away Lock
Yes
Yes
Wireless Charger
No
Yes
Boot Space Seats Folded
235 l
1165 l
Adaptive Dampers
-
Not Available
Performance Data Logger
-
Not Available
Rev Matching
-
Not Available
Tail Lamps
-
Yes
Rear LED Combination Taillights
-
Yes
Sport Plus Mode
-
Not Available
Spec
Grand i10
i20
Engine
1.2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
1-litre Turbocharged Petrol
Engine Code
Not Officially Disclosed
G3LE
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1197 cc
998 cc
Cylinders
4
3
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Inline
Valves
12
12
Valves per Cylinder
3
4
Aspiration
Naturally Aspirated
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Multi-Point Injection
Direct Injection
Compression Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
10.0:1
Bore
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
61 kW @ 6300 rpm
74 kW @ 5500 rpm
Maximum Torque
114 Nm @ 4200 rpm
172 Nm @ 1500 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
FWD
FWD
Transmission
5-Speed Manual
6-Speed Manual
Top Speed
171 km/h
185 km/h
0-100 km/h
12.8 sec
11.0 sec
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Eco, Normal
Eco, Normal
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
62.6 kW/tonne
65.2 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
116.9 Nm/tonne
151.5 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
Grand i10
i20
Engine Position
Front
Front
Gearbox
5-speed Manual
iMT 6-speed Intelligent Manual
Drivetrain Layout
FWD
FWD
LSD Available
No
No
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
No
No
Paddle Shifters
No
No
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
5
7
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Yes
Gear Shift Type
5-speed Manual
iMT 6-speed Intelligent Manual
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive
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
Differential Type Front
Not Available
Not Available
Differential Type Rear
Not Available
Not Available
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
5-speed Manual
iMT 6-speed Intelligent Manual
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
Front-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transfer Case Guard
Not Available
Not Available
Transmission Speeds
5
7
Spec
Grand i10
i20
Claimed Mileage
16.9 km/l
14.5 km/l
City Mileage
13.6 km/l
11.7 km/l
Highway Mileage
19.9 km/l
17.1 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
35 l
40 l
Emission Standard
Euro 6
Euro 6
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
No
No
Distance To Empty
Yes
Yes
Low Fuel Warning
Yes
Yes
Real-world Mileage
16.9 km/l
14.5 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
35
40
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
Grand i10
i20
Airbags
6
6
ABS
Yes
Yes
Electronic Stability Control
Yes
Yes
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Yes
Yes
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Yes
ISOFIX Mounts
Yes
Yes
Brake Assist
Yes
Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Yes
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
Yes
Yes
Alarm System
Yes
Yes
Central Locking
Yes
Yes
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Yes
Yes
Speed Alert System
Yes
Yes
Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
Front & Rear
Safety Rating
Not Rated (SA)
Not Rated (SA)
AEB
No
No
BA
Yes
Yes
Brake Override System
Not Available
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Not Available
Yes
Driver Airbag
Yes
Yes
EBD
Yes
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
Yes
Yes
Hill Hold
Yes
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
No
Yes
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Yes
Yes
Seatbelt Reminder
Yes
Yes
Side Airbags
Not Available
Yes
Stability Control
Yes
Yes
TCS
Yes
Yes
Blind Spot Monitoring
No
Yes
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Not Available
ABS EBD
Yes
Yes
Anti Theft Alarm
Yes
Yes
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
6
6
Driver Passenger Airbags
6
6
ESC With Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Spec
Grand i10
i20
Cruise Control
Yes
Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control
No
Yes
Lane Keep Assist
No
Yes
Lane Departure Warning
No
Yes
Blind Spot Monitoring
No
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
No
Yes
Parking Sensors
Rear
Front & Rear
Rear View Camera
Yes
Yes
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
No
No
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
No
No
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Lights
Yes
Yes
Auto Wipers
No
No
Eco Mode
Yes
Yes
EV Mode
No
No
Rear Parking Sensors
Rear
Front & Rear
Reverse Camera
Yes
Yes
Sport Mode
No
No
Adaptive Cruise Control
No
Yes
Park Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Not Available
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
No
Yes
Emergency Braking
No
No
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Parking Distance Sensors
Rear
Front & Rear
Parking Sensor
Rear
Front & Rear
Pre-Collision System
No
Yes
Rain Sensor Wipers
No
No
Rear View Camera
Yes
Yes
Reverse Camera Type
Yes
Yes
Reversing Camera
Yes
Yes
Spec
Grand i10
i20
Seat Material
Fabric
Leather-Look
Seat Adjustment
Manual
Manual
Heated Seats
No
Front
Ventilated Seats
No
No
Steering Type
Electric
Electric
Steering Adjustment
Tilt
Tilt & Telescopic
Ambient Lighting
No
Yes
Folding Rear Seats
60/40 Split
60/40 Split
Front Armrest
Yes
Yes
Rear Armrest
No
No
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Cup Holders
4
4
Rear AC Vents
No
No
Rear USB Ports
2
2 USB-A + 1 USB-C
Steering Wheel Material
Leather
Leather
Instrument Cluster Type
Analogue + MID
Analogue + MID
Interior Colour Options
5
Black
Door Map Pockets
Yes
Yes
60 40 Split Seat
Yes
Yes
Adjustable Driver Seat
Manual
Manual
Adjustable Front Seat
Manual
Manual
Cooled Seats
No
No
Driver Seat Adjustment
Manual
Manual
Fabric Seats
Yes
Yes
Front Headrest
Yes
Yes
Leather Seats
No
No
Memory Seats
No
No
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Manual
Manual
Rear Headrest
Yes
Yes
Armrest Front
Yes
Yes
Armrest Rear
No
No
Driver Seat
Manual
Manual
Interior Courtesy Lamps
Touchscreen infotainment with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on upper trims, simple and practical cabin layout, adequate rear legroom for a sub-compact
8-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on Fluid, digital instrument cluster, sporty flat-bottom steering wheel, quality-feeling interior
Leather Accented Seat Trim
Fabric
Leather-Look
Interior Colours
5
Black
Rear Seat Centre Armrest
No
No
Seat Belt Warning
Yes
Yes
Seat Fold Type
60/40 Split
60/40 Split
Seat Trim
Fabric
Leather-Look
Boot Space Seats Down
-
1165
Interior Trim Colour
-
Black
Spec
Grand i10
i20
Infotainment System
8-inch Touchscreen
10.25-inch Touchscreen
Apple CarPlay
Yes
Yes
Android Auto
Yes
Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Yes
Number of Speakers
6
8 Bose Premium
Navigation System
Yes
Yes
Digital Instrument Cluster
No
10.25-inch Digital Cluster
USB Ports
2
2 USB-A + 1 USB-C
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Yes
Yes
Wireless Android Auto
Yes
Yes
FM Radio
Yes
Yes
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Yes
Yes
Voice Recognition
Yes
Yes
AUX Input
Yes
Yes
Infotainment Screen Size
8-inch Touchscreen
10.25-inch Touchscreen
Audio Controls On Steering
Yes
Yes
Infotainment Display
Touchscreen
Touchscreen
Rear Usb
Yes
Yes
Audio
Yes
Yes
Audio Speakers
6
8 Bose Premium
Audio System
Yes
Yes
Display Audio
8-inch Touchscreen
10.25-inch Touchscreen
Front Rear USB Charge Ports
2
2 USB-A + 1 USB-C
Infotainment Screen
8-inch Touchscreen
10.25-inch Touchscreen
Multi Information Display
Analogue + MID
Analogue + MID
Connected Services
Yes
Yes
Voice Control
Yes
Yes
Smartphone Connectivity
Yes
Yes
Radio
Yes
Yes
Touchscreen
8-inch Touchscreen
10.25-inch Touchscreen
Spec
Grand i10
i20
LED Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
LED
LED
Fog Lamps
Yes
Yes
Roof Rails
No
No
Alloy Wheel Design
14-inch Alloy
17-inch Alloy
Rear Spoiler
Yes
Yes
Exterior Colour Options
5
Polar White, Aurora Grey, Phantom Black, Fiery Red
Roof Type
No
Sunroof
Wing Mirror Type
Power Adjustable
Power Adjustable
Rear Wiper
Yes
Yes
Door Handle Finish
Body Coloured
Body Coloured
Body Type
Hatchback
Hatchback
DRL
LED
LED
Fog Lights
Yes
Yes
Front Fog Lights
Yes
Yes
Led Headlights
Yes
Yes
Auto Headlights
Yes
Yes
Automatic Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lights
LED
LED
Electric Blind Sunroof
No
Sunroof
Exterior Colour Options
5
6
Exterior Door Handle Colour
Body Coloured
Body Coloured
Exterior Mirror Electric
Yes
Yes
Exterior Mirror Folding
Power Adjustable
Power Adjustable
Front Fog Lamps
Yes
Yes
Headlamp Levelling
Yes
Yes
Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Headlight Type
Yes
Yes
Headlights
Yes
Yes
Load Bed Liner
Not Available
Not Available
Panoramic Sunroof
No
Sunroof
Rear Spoiler
Yes
Yes
Led Taillights
-
Yes
Active Exhaust
-
Not Available
Spec
Grand i10
i20
Approach Angle
-
-
Departure Angle
-
-
Wading Depth
-
-
Terrain Modes
Not Available
Not Available
Locking Differential
No
No
Underbody Protection
Not Available
Not Available
Ramp Breakover Angle
20 deg
20 deg
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
Ramp-over Angle
20 deg
20 deg
Approach Angle Deg
-
-
Breakover Angle
20 deg
20 deg
Departure Angle Deg
-
-
Energy Recovery Display
Not Available
Not Available
Front Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
Not Available
Ground Clearance Max
170 mm
195 mm
Ground Clearance Min
170 mm
195 mm
Off Road Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
Off Road Traction Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Crawl Control
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 Response System
Not Available
Not Available
Underbody Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Wading Depth Mm
-
-
Spec
Grand i10
i20
Tyre Size
175/65 R14
205/45 R17
Wheel Type
14-inch Alloy
17-inch Alloy
Front Brake Type
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake Type
Drum
Disc
Spare Wheel Type
Full Size
Spare Wheel
Parking Brake Type
Manual
Manual
Tyre Load Index
91
91
Tyre Speed Rating
H
H
Wheel Rim Size
14
16
Brake Type Front
Disc (Ventilated)
Disc (Ventilated)
Brake Type Rear
Disc
Disc
Spare Tyre
Full Size
Spare Wheel
Tyre Type
Tubeless Radial
Tubeless Radial
Wheel Diameter
14
16
Auto Brake Hold
Manual
Manual
Autonomous Emergency Brake
No
No
Brakes
Disc
Disc
Cornering Brake Control
Yes
Yes
Electric Park Brake
Manual
Manual
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Yes
Yes
Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
Not Available
Handbrake Type
Manual
Manual
Hydraulic Brake Assist
Yes
Yes
Leather Steering Wheel
Leather
Leather
Spare Wheel Size Type
Full Size
Spare Wheel
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Yes
Yes
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
Yes
Yes
Steering Wheel Phone Controls
Yes
Yes
Steering Wheel Trim
Leather
Leather
Tyre Pressure Display
Yes
Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
Yes
Yes
Wheel Material
14-inch Alloy
17-inch Alloy
Wheel Size Type
14
16
Wheels
14-inch Alloy
17-inch Alloy
Front Brake Disc Diameter
-
256 mm
Rear Brake Drum Diameter
-
262 mm
Spec
Grand i10
i20
Service Interval
15000 km / 12 months
15000 km / 12 months
Battery Warranty
4
4
Maintenance Plan
3 Years / 45000 km
3 Years / 45000 km
Engine Oil Change Interval
15000 km / 12 months
15000
First Service At
15000
15000
Service Plan Duration
3 Years / 45000 km
3 Years / 45000 km
Service Plan Distance
3 Years / 45000 km
3 Years / 45000 km
Alternator
120A
120A
Service Plan
3 Years / 45000 km
3 Years / 45000 km
Service Intervals
15000 km / 12 months
15000 km / 12 months
Accessory Battery Type
Lead-acid
Lead-acid
Engine Oil Capacity
-
3.6 l
Spec
Grand i10
i20
Warranty Years
5
5
Warranty Kilometers
5
5
Roadside Assistance
5 Years
5 Years
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
5 Years
5 Years
Basic Warranty
5
5
Roadside Assistance
5 Years
5 Years
Warranty
5
5
Warranty Roadside Assistance
5 Years
5 Years
Spec
Grand i10
i20
CO2 Emissions
123 g/km
110 g/km
Start Stop System
No
No
Hybrid System Type
Not Available
Not Available
Variable Valve Timing
Yes
Yes
Fuel Octane Requirement
Unleaded 95
Unleaded 95
Particulate Filter
Not Available
Not Available
Euro Emission Standard
Euro 6
Euro 6
Idle CO2 Output
123
110
Fuel Evaporation Control
Yes
Yes
CO2 Emissions G Km
123
110
Spec
Grand i10
i20
Ownership Role
Fluid
Fluid
Price Zar
242900 ZAR
328900 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current listed price
Current listed price
Starting Price
242900
328900
Starting Price Zar
242900
328900
In depth: how these cars differ
This Grand i10 and i20 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 27 vs i20 37.
Efficiency index: Grand i10 66 vs i20 59.
Safety-equipment index: Grand i10 68 vs i20 84.
Practicality index: Grand i10 53 vs i20 61.
Ownership-cover index: Grand i10 65 vs i20 65.
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
i20 leads by 7 points
Grand i10 and i20 are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
i20
Performance
37/100
Efficiency
59/100
Safety
84/100
Practicality
61/100
Ownership
65/100
Grand i10
Performance
27/100
Efficiency
66/100
Safety
68/100
Practicality
53/100
Ownership
65/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexHyundai i20
leads the specification evidence index with 61 pts
vs 54 pts for Grand i10
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, i20 leads. However, Grand i10 may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the models and available derivatives in South Africa on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.
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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