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.
Suzuki Grand Vitara vs Hyundai H-100 Tipper: the short answer
Grand Vitara and H-100 Tipper are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Grand Vitara starts ZAR 71,600 cheaperGrand Vitara from ZAR 359,900 · H-100 Tipper from ZAR 431,500
Five key differences
Exact selected derivatives
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Specification
Grand Vitara
H-100 Tipper
Maximum Power
Grand Vitara77 kW
H-100 Tipper58 kW
Maximum Torque
Grand Vitara138 Nm
H-100 Tipper167 Nm
Engine Size
Grand Vitara1462 cc
H-100 Tipper2607 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
Grand Vitara16.1 km/l
H-100 Tipper10.2 km/l
Ground Clearance
Grand Vitara0 mm
H-100 Tipper185 mm
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Independent editorial assessment
Hagalu editorial ratings
When a variant is selected, its rating out of five applies only to that exact derivative; a model-range review is not inherited. Editorial ratings are separate from the Specification Evidence Index out of 100 and are not customer ratings.
Suzuki Grand Vitara
1.5 Hybrid GLX AllGrip AT
Hagalu editorial ratingNot yet rated
No complete editorial rating is published for this exact variant. This is not a zero score.
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)
Specification evidence leader
Grand Vitara
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Better fuel efficiency
Weak Spots
Fewer listed safety features
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished Efficiency
H-100 Tipper
Strengths
Stronger listed safety equipment
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower fuel efficiency
Best suited to:Published Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
Grand Vitara
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
H-100 Tipper
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 Vitara
H-100 Tipper
Model Introduced Year
2026
Current local generation year not confirmed
Generation
Current market generation
Current South African H-100 Tipper listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
Facelift History
Current market specification
Model-year updates can affect trim, wheels, screens, safety equipment and colours. Use the latest South African price list when checking a specific vehicle.
Facelift Launched Since
2026
Original current-generation version
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
SUV
Single-cab tipper
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
active
active
Segment
SUV
Pickup
Vehicle Type
SUV
Pickup
Body Type Cab
-
Pickup
Color Note
-
Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering.
Dealer Stock Note
-
Mid grade in the South Africa lineup
Tare Mass Kg
-
1740 kg
Spec
Grand Vitara
H-100 Tipper
Length
4345 mm
4850 mm
Width
1795 mm
1740 mm
Height
1645 mm
2120 mm
Wheelbase
2600 mm
2640 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
0 mm
185 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
170 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Tank Capacity
45 l
65 l
Boot/Cargo Space
373 l
-
Kerb Weight
1210 kg
1740 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
1720 kg
3015 kg
Payload Capacity
510 kg
1275 kg
Towing Capacity
1000 kg
1200 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
3 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
2 rows
Doors
5 doors
2 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
5.2 m
Not Officially Disclosed
Front Headroom
1000 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Headroom
950 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Front Legroom
1050 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Legroom
900 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
Grand Vitara
H-100 Tipper
Engine
1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Hybrid
2.6-litre diesel
Engine Code
K15B/K15C
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
Hybrid
Diesel
Hybrid System
Self Charging Hybrid
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1462 cc
2607 cc
Cylinders
4
Not Officially Disclosed
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves
16
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves per Cylinder
4
Not Officially Disclosed
Aspiration
Naturally Aspirated
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel System
Multi-point fuel injection
Not Officially Disclosed
Compression Ratio
12.0:1
Not Officially Disclosed
Bore
73.0 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
85.0 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
77 kW
58 kW
Maximum Torque
138 Nm
167 Nm
Combined Power
77 kW
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
138 Nm
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Drive Type
4WD
RWD
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
Not Officially Disclosed
Top Speed
170 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
0-100 km/h
9.5 sec
Not Officially Disclosed
Quarter Mile
16.5 sec
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Launch Control
No
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
6500 rpm
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
63.6 kW/tonne
33.3 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
114.0 Nm/tonne
96 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
0.2 kWh
Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
12 V
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
Yes
Not Applicable
Spec
Grand Vitara
H-100 Tipper
Gearbox
4-speed automatic
Manual
Drivetrain Layout
4WD
Rear-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
4.3
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
4
5
Transmission Type
4-speed automatic
Manual
Clutch Type
Torque converter / CVT
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Yes
Gear Shift Type
Floor-mounted selector
Manual
Drivetrain
4WD
Rear-wheel drive
4WD Engagement
Selectable
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Transfer selector
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
No
Not Applicable
Front Differential Lock
No
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
4-speed automatic
Manual
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
Front and rear driven axles
Rear-wheel drive
Rear Differential Lock
No
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
4
5
Differential Type Front
-
Not Available
Differential Type Rear
-
Not Available
Transfer Case Guard
-
Not Available
Spec
Grand Vitara
H-100 Tipper
Claimed Mileage
16.1 km/l
10.2 km/l
City Mileage
16.0 km/l
8.3 km/l
Highway Mileage
19.0 km/l
11.9 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
45 l
65 l
Emission Standard
Euro 6 equivalent
Not Applicable
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Yes
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
16.1 km/l
10.2 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
45
65 l
Combined Driving Range
700
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
650 km
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
600 km
Not Applicable
Spec
Grand Vitara
H-100 Tipper
Airbags
6
Airbags not listed in official Hyundai H100 safety specification
ABS
Not Applicable
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Yes
Not Available
Traction Control
Yes
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Yes
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Yes
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Not Available
ISOFIX Mounts
Yes
Not Available
Brake Assist
Yes
Not Available
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Yes
Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
Not Applicable
Not Available
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Yes
Not Available
Front Parking Sensors
Yes
Standard
AEB
Yes
Not Available
BA
Yes
Not Available
Brake Override System
Yes
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Yes
Not Available
Driver Airbag
Yes
Not Available
EBD
Not Applicable
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Yes
Not Available
Hill Hold
Yes
Standard
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Yes
Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Yes
Not Available
Seatbelt Reminder
Yes
Not Available
Side Airbags
Yes
Not Available
Stability Control
Yes
Not Available
TCS
Yes
Standard
Knee Airbag
No
Not Available
ABS EBD
Not Applicable
Standard
Spec
Grand Vitara
H-100 Tipper
Cruise Control
Adaptive cruise control
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Yes
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Yes
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Applicable
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Yes
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Front and rear
Front and rear
Rear View Camera
Yes
Not Available
360 Degree Camera
Yes
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Yes
Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
Yes
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Yes
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Not Applicable
Not Available
Auto Wipers
Yes
Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors
Yes
Standard
Reverse Camera
Yes
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Park Assist
Yes
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Yes
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
Not Applicable
Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
Yes
Not Available
EV Mode
-
Not Available
Spec
Grand Vitara
H-100 Tipper
Seat Material
Synthetic leather
Cloth
Heated Seats
No
Not Applicable
Ventilated Seats
No
Not Applicable
Ambient Lighting
No
Not Applicable
Steering Wheel Material
Leather
Not Applicable
60 40 Split Seat
Yes
Not Applicable
Driver Seat Adjustment
Manual adjustment
Not Applicable
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Manual adjustment
Not Applicable
Seat Trim
Synthetic leather
Cloth
Front Shoulder Room
-
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
-
Not Applicable
Instrument Cluster Type
-
Digital instrument cluster
Interior Colour Options
-
3
Fabric Seats
-
Cloth
Interior Courtesy Lamps
-
Cabin trim, seating material, screen layout and driver-assistance equipment vary by derivative. Compare the chosen H-100 Tipper grade before assuming a feature is included.
Interior Colours
-
3
Spec
Grand Vitara
H-100 Tipper
Climate Control
Automatic climate control
Manual air conditioning
Power Windows
Yes
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Yes
Not Available
Push Button Start
Yes
Not Available
Wireless Charging
Yes
Wireless
Sunroof
No
Not Available
Electric Tailgate
No
Not Available
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Applicable
Not Available
AC Type
Automatic climate control
Manual air conditioning
Load Bed Length
-
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
-
Not Applicable
Boot Space Seats Folded
-
Not Applicable
Adaptive Dampers
-
Not Available
Climate Zones
-
Manual air conditioning
Engine Warranty
-
4
Fuel Consumption Combined
-
9.8
Hill Start Assist
-
Standard
Performance Data Logger
-
Not Available
Rev Matching
-
Not Available
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control
Manual air conditioning
Battery Preconditioning
-
Not Available
Bed Extender
-
Not Available
Canopy Fitment
-
Not Available
Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Difflock
-
Not Available
Front Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Intelligent Battery System
-
Not Available
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 air conditioning
One Pedal Driving
-
Not Available
Rear Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Rear Electric Motor
-
Not Available
Regenerative Braking Levels
-
Not Available
Source Model Column
-
h-100-tipper
Sport Plus Mode
-
Not Available
Sports Bar
-
Not Available
Tailgate Damper
-
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
-
Not Available
Tow Bar Type
-
Not Available
Trim Level
-
mid
Variant Role
-
Commercial utility derivative
Vehicle To Grid
-
Not Available
Vehicle To Load
-
Not Available
Spec
Grand Vitara
H-100 Tipper
Infotainment System
Touchscreen infotainment system
SYNC
Apple CarPlay
Apple CarPlay
Standard
Android Auto
Android Auto
Standard
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Standard
Number of Speakers
6
Not Available
Digital Instrument Cluster
Digital instrument display
Digital instrument cluster
USB Ports
USB-A / USB-C
Not Available
Infotainment Screen
9
SYNC
Touchscreen
9
SYNC
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Apple CarPlay
Standard
Wireless Android Auto
Android Auto
Standard
Infotainment Screen Size
9
SYNC
Multi Information Display
-
Digital display
Connected Services
-
SYNC
Smartphone Connectivity
-
Bluetooth
Spec
Grand Vitara
H-100 Tipper
LED Headlamps
Yes
Halogen
Daytime Running Lamps
LED
Not Available
Fog Lamps
Yes
Not Available
Roof Rails
Yes
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
Multiple Suzuki factory exterior colours
3
Headlights
Yes
Halogen
Panoramic Sunroof
No
Not Available
Body Type
-
Pickup
Led Headlights
Yes
Halogen
Exterior Colour Options
-
3
Headlamps
Yes
Halogen
Headlight Type
Yes
Halogen
Load Bed Liner
-
Not Available
Active Exhaust
-
Not Available
Spec
Grand Vitara
H-100 Tipper
Approach Angle
Not Applicable
Not Available
Departure Angle
Not Applicable
Not Available
Wading Depth
Not Applicable
Not Available
Terrain Modes
Snow | Sport
Not Available
Locking Differential
No
Not Applicable
4WD System Type
ALLGRIP / selectable 4WD
Not Applicable
Breakover Angle
Not Applicable
Not Available
Energy Recovery Display
-
Not Available
Front Skid Plate Guard
-
Not Available
Ground Clearance Max
-
185 mm
Ground Clearance Min
-
185 mm
Off Road Descent Control
-
Not Available
Off Road Traction Assist
-
Not Available
Crawl Control
-
Not Available
Rear Skid Plate Guard
-
Not Available
Skid Plates Fuel Tank
-
Not Available
Skid Plates Transfer Case
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Mud
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Normal
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Rock
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Sand
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Snow
-
Not Available
Terrain Response System
-
Not Available
Underbody Camera
-
Not Available
Spec
Grand Vitara
H-100 Tipper
Tyre Size
195/60 R16
Not Available
Front Brake Type
Ventilated disc
Not Available
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Not Available
Spare Wheel Type
Space-saver spare wheel
Not Available
Wheel Rim Size
16
Not Available
Handbrake Type
Manual parking brake
Not Applicable
Fifth Wheel Prep
-
Not Available
Spec
Grand Vitara
H-100 Tipper
Front Suspension
MacPherson strut
Not Available
Rear Suspension
Torsion beam
Not Available
Front Track Width
-
Not Applicable
Rear Track Width
-
Not Applicable
MagneRide Damping
-
Not Available
Spec
Grand Vitara
H-100 Tipper
CO2 Emissions
145 g/km
Not Applicable
Hybrid System Type
-
Not Available
Fuel Octane Requirement
-
Diesel
Spec
Grand Vitara
H-100 Tipper
Service Plan
5 Years / 90000 km
3 Years / 45000 km
Service Interval
-
15000 km / 12 months
Battery Warranty
-
4
Maintenance Plan
-
3 Years / 45000 km
Engine Oil Change Interval
-
15000 km / 12 months
First Service At
-
15000
Service Plan Duration
5 Years / 90000 km
3 Years / 45000 km
Service Plan Distance
5 Years / 90000 km
3 Years / 45000 km
Alternator
-
120A
Service Intervals
-
15000 km / 12 months
Accessory Battery Type
-
Lead-acid
Spec
Grand Vitara
H-100 Tipper
Ownership Role
Suzuki ownership programme
Mid
Price Zar
437500 ZAR
455900 ZAR
Pricing Role
Hagalu Research Team price estimate
Current listed price
Starting Price
437500
455900
Starting Price Zar
437500
455900
Spec
Grand Vitara
H-100 Tipper
Warranty
5 Years / 200000 km
5
Warranty Years
5 Years / 200000 km
5
Warranty Kilometers
5 Years / 200000 km
5
Roadside Assistance
-
5 Years
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
-
5 Years
Basic Warranty
5 Years / 200000 km
5
Roadside Assistance
-
5 Years
Warranty Roadside Assistance
-
5 Years
In depth: how these cars differ
This Grand Vitara and H-100 Tipper 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 Vitara 42 vs H-100 Tipper 34.
Efficiency index: Grand Vitara 67 vs H-100 Tipper 46.
Safety-equipment index: Grand Vitara 91 vs H-100 Tipper 94.
Practicality index: Grand Vitara 52 vs H-100 Tipper 58.
Ownership-cover index: Grand Vitara not separately scored vs H-100 Tipper 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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Evidence / 100
Evidence-index readout
Grand Vitara leads by 3 points
Grand Vitara and H-100 Tipper are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Performance
Grand Vitara +8
Efficiency
Grand Vitara +21
Safety
H-100 Tipper +3
Practicality
H-100 Tipper +6
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Grand Vitara
Performance
42/100
Efficiency
67/100
Safety
91/100
Practicality
52/100
H-100 Tipper
Performance
34/100
Efficiency
46/100
Safety
94/100
Practicality
58/100
Ownership
65/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexSuzuki Grand Vitara
leads the specification evidence index with 62 pts
vs 59 pts for H-100 Tipper
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Grand Vitara leads. However, H-100 Tipper may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
Related comparisons
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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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