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 Renault Trafic Passenger: the short answer
Trafic Passenger holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over Grand i10.
Grand i10 starts ZAR 761,099 cheaperGrand i10 from ZAR 218,900 · Trafic Passenger from ZAR 979,999
Five key differences
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Specification
Grand i10
Trafic Passenger
Maximum Power
Grand i1061 kW @ 6300 rpm
Trafic Passenger125 kW @ 3500 rpm
Maximum Torque
Grand i10114 Nm @ 4200 rpm
Trafic Passenger380 Nm @ 1500 rpm
Engine Size
Grand i101197 cc
Trafic Passenger1997 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
Grand i1016.9 km/l
Trafic Passenger13.9 km/l
Ground Clearance
Grand i10170 mm
Trafic Passenger199 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
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
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Fewer listed safety features
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published Efficiency
Specification evidence leader
Trafic Passenger
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
Trafic Passenger
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
Trafic Passenger
Model Introduced Year
2014
2026
Generation
Second generation Grand i10 sold in SA with a 2023 facelift; based on the global third-gen i10 platform adapted for emerging markets
Current long-wheelbase nine-seat Trafic Passenger introduced to the South African retail range in 2026 with 125 kW Blue dCi power and EAG9 automatic transmission
Facelift History
Second generation arrived in 2017; facelift with updated front styling and infotainment in 2023
Current Trafic face and smart-cockpit specification with three South African grades: Evolution, Evolution+ and Techno+
Facelift Launched Since
2023
2026
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
Hatchback
MPV
Color Note
White, Silver, Red, Blue, Grey
-
Dealer Stock Note
Fluid grade in the South Africa lineup
-
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
active
active
Segment
Hatchback
Large MPV
Tare Mass Kg
975 kg
-
Vehicle Type
Hatchback
MPV
Spec
Grand i10
Trafic Passenger
Length
3665 mm
5480 mm
Width
1660 mm
1956 mm
Height
1520 mm
1973 mm
Wheelbase
2385 mm
3498 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
170 mm
199 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
Not Officially Disclosed
160 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
35 l
80 l
Boot/Cargo Space
235 l
1890 l
Kerb Weight
975 kg
2160 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
1410 kg
3070 kg
Payload Capacity
435 kg
910 kg
Towing Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
2500 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
9 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
3 rows
Doors
5 doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
Not Officially Disclosed
6.9 m
Front Headroom
Not Officially Disclosed
1019 mm
Rear Headroom
Not Officially Disclosed
1060 mm
Front Legroom
Not Officially Disclosed
1028 mm
Rear Legroom
Not Officially Disclosed
930 mm
Spec
Grand i10
Trafic Passenger
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
-
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
-
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension
Torsion Beam
Trailing Arm with Coil Spring
Chassis Type
Monocoque
-
Power Steering
Electric
-
Steering Column
Tilt
-
Front Spring Type
MacPherson Strut
-
Rear Spring Type
Torsion Beam
-
Chassis Material
Monocoque
-
Front Suspension Type
MacPherson Strut
MacPherson Strut
Rear Axle Type
Torsion Beam
-
Rear Suspension Type
Torsion Beam
Trailing Arm with Coil Spring
Suspension
MacPherson Strut
-
Spec
Grand i10
Trafic Passenger
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
-
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
-
Climate Control
Manual AC
Manual
Power Windows
All
Front
Keyless Entry
Yes
Standard
Push Button Start
No
Standard
Wireless Charging
No
Standard
Sunroof
No
Not Available
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Not Available
Automatic Headlamps
Yes
-
Rain Sensing Wipers
No
Standard
Auto Dimming Mirror
No
-
Boot Space Seats Folded
235 l
-
Rear Window Defroster
Yes
-
Electric Mirror Folding
Power Adjustable
-
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Yes
-
12V Accessory Socket
12V
-
AC Type
Manual AC
Manual
Auto Dimming Irvm
No
-
Boot Opener
Inside
-
Climate Zones
1
-
Door Ajar Warning
Yes
-
Electric Folding Mirrors
Yes
-
Engine Check Warning
Yes
-
Engine Start Button Illumination
No
-
Engine Start Stop
No
Standard
Engine Start Stop Button
No
Standard
Engine Warranty
4
-
Front Armrest
Yes
-
Front Power Outlet
Yes
-
Fuel Consumption Combined
5.9
-
Fuel Lid Opener
Inside
-
Glovebox Cooling
Yes
-
Headlamp Height Adjust
Manual
-
Headlamp Washer
No
-
Hill Start Assist
Yes
-
Panoramic Roof
No
Not Available
Power Mirrors
Yes
-
Push Button Start
No
Standard
Rear Defogger
Yes
-
Rear Reading Lamps
Yes
-
Rear Seat Split
60/40 Split
-
Rear Wing
Yes
-
Seat Type
Fabric
-
Seatbelt Pre Tensioner
Yes
-
Service Reminder
Yes
-
Skid Plates
Not Available
-
Spare Wheel
Full Size
Full-Size
Steering Mounted Controls
Yes
-
Tachometer
Yes
-
Telescopic Steering
No
-
Tilt Steering
Yes
-
Trip Computer
Yes
-
Vanity Mirror
Yes
-
Voice Command
Yes
-
Voice Command Support
Yes
-
Accelerator 0 100
12.8 sec
-
Air Conditioning
Manual AC
Manual
Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
-
Bed Extender
Not Available
-
Bottle Holders
4
-
Canopy Fitment
Not Available
-
Centre Console
Yes
-
Common Rail Injection
Multi-Point Fuel Injection
-
Diff Lock
No
-
Difflock
No
-
Digital Speedometer
Analogue + MID
-
Front Diff Lock
Not Available
-
Front Wiper
Yes
-
Front Wipers Type
Yes
-
Glove Box
Yes
-
Intelligent Battery System
Not Available
-
Intelligent Keyless Entry
Yes
-
Load Bed Cover
Not Available
-
Load Bed Light
Not Available
-
Load Bed Steps
Not Available
-
Loadbox Depth Mm
Not Available
-
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
-
Loadbox Rope Hooks
Not Available
-
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Not Available
-
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
-
Manual Aircon
Manual AC
-
Mirror
Power Adjustable
-
One Pedal Driving
Not Available
-
Passive Entry Start
Yes
-
Power Socket 12v
12V
-
Reading Lights Rear
Yes
-
Rear Air Conditioning
No
-
Rear Diff Lock
Not Available
-
Rear Electric Motor
Not Available
-
Rearview Mirror Inside
No
-
Regenerative Braking Levels
Not Available
-
Remote Central Locking
Yes
-
Remote Side Mirror
Power Adjustable
-
Rim Size
14
16-inch Alloy
Roof Rack Compatibility
No
-
Sonar
Rear
-
Sound System
6
4
Source Model Column
grand-i10
-
Sports Bar
Not Available
-
Steering Column Adjustment
Tilt
-
Sub Frame
Monocoque
-
Tailgate Damper
Not Available
-
Tailgate Lock
Not Available
-
Tow Bar Type
Not Available
-
TPMS
Yes
Standard
Trim Level
fluid
-
Unlocking
Yes
Standard
Vanity Mirror Illuminated
Yes
-
Variant Role
Mid-to-high value derivative
-
Vdc
Yes
-
Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
-
Vehicle To Load
Not Available
-
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
Yes
-
Walk Away Lock
Yes
-
Wireless Charger
No
Standard
Spec
Grand i10
Trafic Passenger
Engine
1.2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
2.0-litre Turbocharged Diesel
Engine Code
Not Officially Disclosed
M9R
Fuel Type
Petrol
Diesel
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1197 cc
1997 cc
Cylinders
4
4
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Inline
Valves
12
16
Valves per Cylinder
3
4
Aspiration
Naturally Aspirated
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Multi-Point Injection
Common Rail Direct Injection
Compression Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
15.1:1
Bore
Not Officially Disclosed
85 mm
Stroke
Not Officially Disclosed
88 mm
Maximum Power
61 kW @ 6300 rpm
125 kW @ 3500 rpm
Maximum Torque
114 Nm @ 4200 rpm
380 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
9-Speed Automatic
Top Speed
171 km/h
175 km/h
0-100 km/h
12.8 sec
12.5 sec
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
17.8 sec
Drive Modes
Eco, Normal
Eco, Normal
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
No
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio
62.6 kW/tonne
57.9 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
116.9 Nm/tonne
175.9 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
Spec
Grand i10
Trafic Passenger
Engine Position
Front
-
Gearbox
5-speed Manual
9-Speed EAG9 Automatic
Drivetrain Layout
FWD
Front Engine, Front-Wheel Drive
LSD Available
No
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
No
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
No
Not Available
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Available
Number of Gears
5
9
Transmission Type
Manual
Automatic
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Standard
Gear Shift Type
5-speed Manual
Automatic
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
Not Available
Differential Type Front
Not Available
-
Differential Type Rear
Not Available
-
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
5-speed Manual
Torque Converter Automatic
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
Front-Wheel Drive
4x2
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transfer Case Guard
Not Available
-
Transmission Speeds
5
9
Spec
Grand i10
Trafic Passenger
Claimed Mileage
16.9 km/l
13.9 km/l
City Mileage
13.6 km/l
11.3 km/l
Highway Mileage
19.9 km/l
16.3 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
35 l
80 l
Emission Standard
Euro 6
Euro VI
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
24.7 l
Auto Start Stop
No
Standard
Distance To Empty
Yes
-
Low Fuel Warning
Yes
-
Real-world Mileage
16.9 km/l
13.9 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
35
80
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
Trafic Passenger
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
-
Central Locking
Yes
-
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Yes
Standard
Speed Alert System
Yes
-
Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
Standard
Safety Rating
Not Rated (SA)
-
AEB
No
Standard
BA
Yes
Standard
Brake Override System
Not Available
Standard
Curtain Airbags
Not Available
Standard
Driver Airbag
Yes
Standard
EBD
Yes
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Yes
Standard
Hill Hold
Yes
Standard
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
No
Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Yes
Standard
Seatbelt Reminder
Yes
Standard
Side Airbags
Not Available
Standard
Stability Control
Yes
Standard
TCS
Yes
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
No
-
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Not Available
ABS EBD
Yes
Standard
Anti Theft Alarm
Yes
-
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
6
-
Driver Passenger Airbags
6
-
ESC With Traction Control
Yes
-
Spec
Grand i10
Trafic Passenger
Cruise Control
Yes
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
No
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
No
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
No
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
No
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
No
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Rear
Front and Rear
Rear View Camera
Yes
Standard
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
No
Standard
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Standard
Traffic Sign Recognition
No
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Lights
Yes
-
Auto Wipers
No
Standard
Eco Mode
Yes
-
EV Mode
No
-
Rear Parking Sensors
Rear
Standard
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
Standard
Emergency Braking
No
-
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Standard
Parking Distance Sensors
Rear
-
Parking Sensor
Rear
-
Pre-Collision System
No
-
Rain Sensor Wipers
No
-
Rear View Camera
Yes
-
Reverse Camera Type
Yes
-
Reversing Camera
Yes
-
Spec
Grand i10
Trafic Passenger
Seat Material
Fabric
Imitation Leather
Seat Adjustment
Manual
-
Heated Seats
No
Driver
Ventilated Seats
No
Not Available
Steering Type
Electric
-
Steering Adjustment
Tilt
-
Ambient Lighting
No
Not Available
Folding Rear Seats
60/40 Split
-
Front Armrest
Yes
-
Rear Armrest
No
-
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
-
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
-
Cup Holders
4
-
Rear AC Vents
No
-
Rear USB Ports
2
-
Steering Wheel Material
Leather
Leather
Instrument Cluster Type
Analogue + MID
-
Interior Colour Options
5
-
Door Map Pockets
Yes
-
60 40 Split Seat
Yes
Removable Rear Benches
Adjustable Driver Seat
Manual
-
Adjustable Front Seat
Manual
-
Cooled Seats
No
-
Driver Seat Adjustment
Manual
Manual Height and Reach
Fabric Seats
Yes
-
Front Headrest
Yes
-
Leather Seats
No
-
Memory Seats
No
-
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Manual
Manual
Rear Headrest
Yes
-
Armrest Front
Yes
-
Armrest Rear
No
-
Driver Seat
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 Trafic Passenger 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 Trafic Passenger 55.
Efficiency index: Grand i10 66 vs Trafic Passenger 55.
Safety-equipment index: Grand i10 68 vs Trafic Passenger 90.
Practicality index: Grand i10 53 vs Trafic Passenger 88.
Ownership-cover index: Grand i10 65 vs Trafic Passenger 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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Evidence / 100
Evidence-index readout
Trafic Passenger leads by 19 points
Trafic Passenger holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over Grand i10.
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Trafic Passenger
Performance
55/100
Efficiency
55/100
Safety
90/100
Practicality
88/100
Grand i10
Performance
27/100
Efficiency
66/100
Safety
68/100
Practicality
53/100
Ownership
65/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexRenault Trafic Passenger
leads the specification evidence index with 73 pts
vs 54 pts for Grand i10
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Trafic Passenger 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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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.
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