Hyundai Grand i10 vs Ford Territory

In-depth comparison in South Africa covering price, performance, fuel efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership costs.

Hyundai Grand i10 in South Africa

Hyundai Grand i10

1.2 Fluid Petrol manual
242,900 ex-showroom
⚡ 61 kW (82 hp)
🔧 114 Nm
⛽ 16.5 km/l
VS
Ford Territory in South Africa

Ford Territory

1.8T Dark Edition DCT Petrol Automatic
ZAR 733,000 ex-showroom
⚡ 140 kW (188 hp)
🔧 320 Nm
⛽ 13.5 km/l
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Quick Winners

Performance Territory
Mileage Territory
🔑 Ownership Grand i10

Overall Comparison Score

🏆 Winner
#1

Territory

68
/ 100
+16
pts
#2

Grand i10

52
/ 100

Moderate difference between the models.

Executive Summary

Territory holds a noticeable edge over Grand i10, especially in key ownership areas.

Key Differences At A Glance

Performance Territory +8 pts
Efficiency Territory +8 pts
Safety Equal
Practicality Territory +4 pts
Ownership Grand i10 +4 pts

Category Score Breakdown

🏆 Overall Winner

Territory

Performance 13/20
Efficiency 8/20
Safety 18/20
Practicality 13/20
Ownership 16/20

Grand i10

Performance 5/20
Efficiency 0/20
Safety 18/20
Practicality 9/20
Ownership 20/20

Pros & Cons

Grand i10

Pros
  • Better long-term ownership value
Cons
  • Less powerful engine setup
  • Lower fuel efficiency
  • Less practical in daily usage
Best For: General Use
🏆 Overall Winner

Territory

Pros
  • More powerful engine output
  • Better fuel efficiency
  • More practical for daily use
Cons
  • Shorter warranty coverage
Best For: Highway Driving Fuel Efficiency Family Usage

Who Should Buy Which?

Grand i10

  • Long-term owners valuing warranty and ownership peace of mind

Territory

  • Drivers who prioritise strong highway performance and overtaking power
  • Buyers looking for better fuel efficiency
  • Large families needing more practicality and usability

Full Specification Comparison

Specification Grand i10 Territory
Length 3665 4630
Width 1660 1935
Height 1520 1706
Wheelbase 2385 2716
Ground Clearance 170 190
Kerb Weight 975 1635
Seating Capacity 5 5
Boot Space 235 448
Gross Vehicle Weight - 2150
Towing Capacity - 1200
Specification Grand i10 Territory
Engine 1.2 MPI DOHC 1.8L Turbocharged Petrol
Engine Type Petrol Inline 4 Turbocharged
Displacement 1197 1798
Cylinders 4 4
Power 61 140
Torque 114 320
Fuel System Multi-Point Fuel Injection Direct Injection
Turbocharger No -
Top Speed 171 185
0-100 km/h 12.8 9.8
Power @ RPM @ 6300 rpm -
Torque @ RPM @ 4200 rpm -
Valves per Cylinder - 4

Final Verdict

🏆 Ford Territory wins with 68 pts vs 52 pts for Grand i10

In structured scoring, Territory emerges as the stronger overall package. However, Grand i10 may appeal to buyers prioritising different factors. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Based on structured category scoring, Territory performs better overall in South Africa. However, final choice depends on driving priorities.

Grand i10 scores 0 while Territory scores 8 in efficiency. Real-world mileage may vary based on driving conditions.

In safety scoring, Grand i10 scores 18 and Territory scores 18. Both offer competitive safety packages in this segment.

Grand i10 scores 20 versus Territory scoring 16. Warranty coverage and ownership value influence this result.

Practicality scoring gives Grand i10 9 and Territory 13, reflecting cabin space and usability.

Performance category shows Grand i10 scoring 5 compared to Territory scoring 13, indicating stronger overtaking capability.

While resale depends on market demand, ownership and brand positioning suggest Territory may hold stronger long-term value.

Off-road suitability depends on drivetrain and ground clearance. Refer to the full specification comparison for detailed technical differences.

Efficiency and ownership categories influence running costs. Territory performs slightly stronger overall in structured scoring.

Value depends on feature set, performance and ownership coverage. Structured comparison gives Territory the overall advantage.

Detailed Comparison Analysis

The comparison between Grand i10 and Territory in South Africa evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.

Performance: Grand i10 scores 5 vs 13.

Efficiency: Grand i10 scores 0 vs 8.

Safety: Grand i10 scores 18 vs 18.

Practicality: Grand i10 scores 9 vs 13.

Ownership: Grand i10 scores 20 vs 16.

Final structured scoring gives Territory the advantage in this comparison.