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 Toyota Rumion: the short answer
Grand i10 and Rumion are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Grand i10 starts ZAR 121,000 cheaperGrand i10 from ZAR 218,900 · Rumion from ZAR 339,900
Five key differences
Exact selected derivatives
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Specification
Grand i10
Rumion
Maximum Power
Grand i1061 kW @ 6300 rpm
Rumion77 kW @ 6000 rpm
Maximum Torque
Grand i10114 Nm @ 4200 rpm
Rumion140 Nm @ 4200 rpm
Engine Size
Grand i101197 cc
Rumion1496 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
Grand i1016.9 km/l
Rumion14.7 km/l
Ground Clearance
Grand i10170 mm
Rumion155 mm
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Independent editorial assessment
Hagalu editorial ratings
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Hyundai Grand i10
1.2 Fluid
Hagalu editorial ratingNot yet rated
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Not yet rated means a complete review is not published; it does not mean the vehicle scored zero. Read the rating methodology.
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Grand i10
Strengths
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger published ownership cover
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Fewer listed safety features
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published Efficiency
Specification evidence leader
Rumion
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Stronger listed safety equipment
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Lower fuel efficiency
Lower published ownership cover
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
Grand i10
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Buyers prioritising the stronger published warranty or service cover
Rumion
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
Rumion
Model Introduced Year
2014
2023
Generation
Second generation Grand i10 sold in SA with a 2023 facelift; based on the global third-gen i10 platform adapted for emerging markets
First generation Rumion in South Africa
Facelift History
Second generation arrived in 2017; facelift with updated front styling and infotainment in 2023
New model, no facelift yet
Facelift Launched Since
2023
Original current-generation version
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
Hatchback
MPV
Color Note
White, Silver, Red, Blue, Grey
White, Silver, Grey, Blue, Red
Dealer Stock Note
Fluid grade in the South Africa lineup
Top grade in the South Africa lineup
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
active
active
Segment
Hatchback
MPV
Tare Mass Kg
975 kg
1185 kg
Vehicle Type
Hatchback
MPV
Spec
Grand i10
Rumion
Length
3665 mm
4475 mm
Width
1660 mm
1695 mm
Height
1520 mm
1620 mm
Wheelbase
2385 mm
2750 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
170 mm
155 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
Not Officially Disclosed
125 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
35 l
43 l
Boot/Cargo Space
235 l
300 l
Kerb Weight
975 kg
1185 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
1410 kg
1660 kg
Payload Capacity
435 kg
475 kg
Towing Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
1600 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
7 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
3 rows
Doors
5 doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
Not Officially Disclosed
5.2 m
Front Headroom
Not Officially Disclosed
993 mm
Rear Headroom
Not Officially Disclosed
946 mm
Front Legroom
Not Officially Disclosed
1049 mm
Rear Legroom
Not Officially Disclosed
891 mm
Spec
Grand i10
Rumion
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
1490 mm
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
1485 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 and Telescopic
Front Spring Type
MacPherson Strut
MacPherson Strut
Rear Spring Type
Torsion Beam
Torsion Beam
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
Rumion
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Climate Control
Manual AC
Automatic AC
Power Windows
All
All Doors
Keyless Entry
Yes
Standard
Push Button Start
No
Standard
Wireless Charging
No
Optional
Sunroof
No
Not Available
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Not Available
Automatic Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Rain Sensing Wipers
No
Not Available
Auto Dimming Mirror
No
Not Available
Boot Space Seats Folded
235 l
300 l
Rear Window Defroster
Yes
-
Electric Mirror Folding
Power Adjustable
-
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Yes
-
12V Accessory Socket
12V
-
AC Type
Manual AC
Automatic AC
Auto Dimming Irvm
No
Not Available
Boot Opener
Inside
-
Climate Zones
1
Automatic AC
Door Ajar Warning
Yes
-
Electric Folding Mirrors
Yes
All Doors
Engine Check Warning
Yes
-
Engine Start Button Illumination
No
Standard
Engine Start Stop
No
Standard
Engine Start Stop Button
No
Standard
Engine Warranty
4
Not Applicable
Front Armrest
Yes
Standard
Front Power Outlet
Yes
-
Fuel Consumption Combined
5.9
6.8
Fuel Lid Opener
Inside
-
Glovebox Cooling
Yes
-
Headlamp Height Adjust
Manual
-
Headlamp Washer
No
-
Hill Start Assist
Yes
Standard
Panoramic Roof
No
Not Available
Power Mirrors
Yes
All Doors
Push Button Start
No
Standard
Rear Defogger
Yes
-
Rear Reading Lamps
Yes
-
Rear Seat Split
60/40 Split
60/40 Split
Rear Wing
Yes
Not Available
Seat Type
Fabric
Fabric
Seatbelt Pre Tensioner
Yes
-
Service Reminder
Yes
-
Skid Plates
Not Available
-
Spare Wheel
Full Size
Full Size Steel
Steering Mounted Controls
Yes
-
Tachometer
Yes
-
Telescopic Steering
No
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt Steering
Yes
Tilt and Telescopic
Trip Computer
Yes
-
Vanity Mirror
Yes
-
Voice Command
Yes
Optional
Voice Command Support
Yes
Optional
Accelerator 0 100
12.8 sec
12.5 sec
Air Conditioning
Manual AC
Automatic AC
Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
Not Available
Bed Extender
Not Available
Not Available
Bottle Holders
4
Standard
Canopy Fitment
Not Available
Not Available
Centre Console
Yes
Standard
Common Rail Injection
Multi-Point Fuel Injection
Multi-Point Injection
Diff Lock
No
Not Applicable
Difflock
No
Not Applicable
Digital Speedometer
Analogue + MID
Partial Digital
Front Diff Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Front Wiper
Yes
-
Front Wipers Type
Yes
-
Glove Box
Yes
-
Intelligent Battery System
Not Available
Not Available
Intelligent Keyless Entry
Yes
Standard
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
Automatic AC
Mirror
Power Adjustable
All Doors
One Pedal Driving
Not Available
Not Available
Passive Entry Start
Yes
Standard
Power Socket 12v
12V
-
Reading Lights Rear
Yes
-
Rear Air Conditioning
No
-
Rear Diff Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Electric Motor
Not Available
Not Available
Rearview Mirror Inside
No
Not Available
Regenerative Braking Levels
Not Available
Not Available
Remote Central Locking
Yes
Standard
Remote Side Mirror
Power Adjustable
-
Rim Size
14
16-inch Alloy Wheels
Roof Rack Compatibility
No
Standard
Sonar
Rear
Rear
Sound System
6
6
Source Model Column
grand-i10
rumion
Sports Bar
Not Available
Not Available
Steering Column Adjustment
Tilt
Tilt and 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
Standard
Trim Level
fluid
top
Unlocking
Yes
Standard
Vanity Mirror Illuminated
Yes
-
Variant Role
Mid-to-high value derivative
Mid-to-high value derivative
Vdc
Yes
Standard
Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
Not Available
Vehicle To Load
Not Available
Not Available
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
Yes
Standard
Walk Away Lock
Yes
Standard
Wireless Charger
No
Optional
Adaptive Dampers
-
Not Available
Performance Data Logger
-
Not Available
Rev Matching
-
Not Available
Lift Gate
-
Not Available
Powered Tailgate
-
Not Available
Side Impact Bars
-
Standard
Sport Plus Mode
-
Not Available
Surround View Monitor
Not Available
Not Available
Spec
Grand i10
Rumion
Engine
1.2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
Engine Code
Not Officially Disclosed
Market-specific engine family
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1197 cc
1496 cc
Cylinders
4
4
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Inline
Valves
12
16
Valves per Cylinder
3
4
Aspiration
Naturally Aspirated
Naturally Aspirated
Fuel System
Multi-Point Injection
Multi-Point Injection
Compression Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
12.5:1
Bore
Not Officially Disclosed
82.0 mm
Stroke
Not Officially Disclosed
94.6 mm
Maximum Power
61 kW @ 6300 rpm
77 kW @ 6000 rpm
Maximum Torque
114 Nm @ 4200 rpm
140 Nm @ 4200 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
CVT
Top Speed
171 km/h
175 km/h
0-100 km/h
12.8 sec
12.5 sec
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
15.5 sec
Drive Modes
Eco, Normal
Eco, Comfort, Sport
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
No
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
6500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio
62.6 kW/tonne
65 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
116.9 Nm/tonne
118.1 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
Rumion
Engine Position
Front
Front Transverse
Gearbox
5-speed Manual
CVT Automatic
Drivetrain Layout
FWD
Front Wheel Drive
LSD Available
No
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
No
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
No
Not Applicable
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
5
5
Transmission Type
Manual
Continuously Variable Transmission
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Type
5-speed Manual
CVT Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
FWD/
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
Not Applicable
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
CVT Automatic
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
Front-Wheel Drive
FWD
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transfer Case Guard
Not Available
Not Available
Transmission Speeds
5
5
Spec
Grand i10
Rumion
Claimed Mileage
16.9 km/l
14.7 km/l
City Mileage
13.6 km/l
11 km/l
Highway Mileage
19.9 km/l
16 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
35 l
43 l
Emission Standard
Euro 6
Euro 5
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
No
Not Applicable
Distance To Empty
Yes
-
Low Fuel Warning
Yes
-
Real-world Mileage
16.9 km/l
14.7 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
35
43
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
Rumion
Airbags
6
6
ABS
Yes
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Yes
Standard
Traction Control
Yes
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Yes
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
Yes
Standard
Brake Assist
Yes
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Yes
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Yes
Standard
Alarm System
Yes
Standard
Central Locking
Yes
Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Yes
Not Available
Speed Alert System
Yes
-
Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
Not Available
Safety Rating
Not Rated (SA)
-
AEB
No
Not Available
BA
Yes
Standard
Brake Override System
Not Available
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Not Available
Not Available
Driver Airbag
Yes
6
EBD
Yes
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Yes
Standard
Hill Hold
Yes
Standard
Passenger Airbag
Yes
6
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
No
Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Yes
Not Available
Seatbelt Reminder
Yes
Not Available
Side Airbags
Not Available
Not Available
Stability Control
Yes
Standard
TCS
Yes
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
No
Not Available
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Not Available
ABS EBD
Yes
Standard
Anti Theft Alarm
Yes
Standard
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
6
6
Driver Passenger Airbags
6
6
ESC With Traction Control
Yes
Standard
Side Impact Beams
-
Standard
Spec
Grand i10
Rumion
Cruise Control
Yes
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
No
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
No
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
No
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
No
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
No
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Rear
Rear
Rear View Camera
Yes
Standard
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
No
Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
No
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Lights
Yes
Not Available
Auto Wipers
No
Not Available
Eco Mode
Yes
-
EV Mode
No
Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors
Rear
Rear
Reverse Camera
Yes
Standard
Sport Mode
No
-
Adaptive Cruise Control
No
Not Available
Park Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Not Available
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
No
Not Available
Emergency Braking
No
Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Parking Distance Sensors
Rear
Rear
Parking Sensor
Rear
Rear
Pre-Collision System
No
Not Available
Rain Sensor Wipers
No
Not Available
Rear View Camera
Yes
Standard
Reverse Camera Type
Yes
Standard
Reversing Camera
Yes
Standard
Surround View Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Spec
Grand i10
Rumion
Seat Material
Fabric
Fabric
Seat Adjustment
Manual
Manual
Heated Seats
No
Not Applicable
Ventilated Seats
No
Not Applicable
Steering Type
Electric
Electric
Steering Adjustment
Tilt
Tilt and Telescopic
Ambient Lighting
No
Not Applicable
Folding Rear Seats
60/40 Split
60/40 Split
Front Armrest
Yes
Standard
Rear Armrest
No
Standard
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Cup Holders
4
Standard
Rear AC Vents
No
-
Rear USB Ports
2
3
Steering Wheel Material
Leather
Not Applicable
Instrument Cluster Type
Analogue + MID
Partial Digital
Interior Colour Options
5
5
Door Map Pockets
Yes
-
60 40 Split Seat
Yes
60/40 Split
Adjustable Driver Seat
Manual
Manual
Adjustable Front Seat
Manual
-
Cooled Seats
No
-
Driver Seat Adjustment
Manual
Manual
Fabric Seats
Yes
Fabric
Front Headrest
Yes
-
Leather Seats
No
-
Memory Seats
No
-
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Manual
Manual
Rear Headrest
Yes
-
Armrest Front
Yes
Standard
Armrest Rear
No
Standard
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
This Grand i10 and Rumion 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 Rumion 32.
Efficiency index: Grand i10 66 vs Rumion 59.
Safety-equipment index: Grand i10 68 vs Rumion 87.
Practicality index: Grand i10 53 vs Rumion 61.
Ownership-cover index: Grand i10 65 vs Rumion 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
Rumion leads by 3 points
Grand i10 and Rumion are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Performance
Rumion +5
Efficiency
Grand i10 +7
Safety
Rumion +19
Practicality
Rumion +8
Ownership
Grand i10 +22
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Rumion
Performance
32/100
Efficiency
59/100
Safety
87/100
Practicality
61/100
Ownership
43/100
Grand i10
Performance
27/100
Efficiency
66/100
Safety
68/100
Practicality
53/100
Ownership
65/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexToyota Rumion
leads the specification evidence index with 57 pts
vs 54 pts for Grand i10
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Rumion 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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