A proper head-to-head in South Africa — we cover price, performance,
petrol economy, safety and what it'll actually cost you to own each one long term.
Grand Vitara starts ZAR 5,000 cheaperGrand Vitara from ZAR 359,900 · ORA 5 from ZAR 364,900
Key Specs Side by Side
The specs that matter most — highlighted where one car leads.
Spec
Grand Vitara
ORA 5
Maximum Power
76 kW @ 6000 rpm
150 kW
Maximum Torque
137 Nm @ 4400 rpm
260 Nm
Engine Size
1462 cc
Not Applicable
Claimed Mileage
17.9 km/l
-
Ground Clearance
210 mm
175 mm
Boot / Load Bay
310 l
-
Airbags
6
6
Kerb Weight
1225 kg
-
Seating Capacity
-
-
Warranty
5
7 years / 200,000 km
= leads in this spec
The Bottom Line
ORA 5 has a slight advantage, but Grand Vitara remains highly competitive.
Where They Actually Differ
Performance
ORA 5
+22 pts
Efficiency
ORA 5
+17 pts
Safety
ORA 5
+10 pts
Practicality
ORA 5
+1 pts
Ownership
ORA 5
+6 pts
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Grand Vitara
Strengths
Nothing stands out clearly here.
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower fuel efficiency
Less comprehensive safety features
Less practical in daily usage
Shorter warranty coverage
Best suited to:General Use
🏆 Overall Winner
ORA 5
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger safety package
More practical for daily use
Better long-term ownership value
Weak Spots
No obvious weak spots to flag.
Best suited to:Highway DrivingFuel EfficiencyFamily Usage
Which One's Right for You?
Grand Vitara
Buyers looking for a balanced all-round vehicle
ORA 5
Drivers who prioritise strong highway performance and overtaking power
Buyers looking for better fuel efficiency
Families prioritising stronger safety equipment
Large families needing more practicality and usability
Long-term owners valuing warranty and ownership peace of mind
Full Specs, Side by Side
Spec
Grand Vitara
ORA 5
Model Introduced Year
2022
2026
Generation
Third generation YHB-series Grand Vitara; shared platform with Toyota Urban Cruiser (a partnership-specific platform development); mild-hybrid system uses belt-integrated starter generator technology; all-new design and powertrain versus the previous generation
First-generation ORA 5; South African launch specification
Facelift History
Third-generation Grand Vitara launched in SA in 2022; previous second-generation model discontinued in SA in 2015; current generation is a complete redesign on a new platform shared with the Toyota Urban Cruiser
No facelift; first South African model year
Facelift Launched Since
2022
Not Applicable
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Not Applicable
Body Style
SUV
Compact SUV
Color Note
Pearl Arctic White, Metallic Grandeur Grey, Metallic Midnight Blue, Premium Silver, Pearl Burning Red
-
Dealer Stock Note
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
-
Drivetrain Note
Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 1.5 Hybrid GLX AllGrip AT
-
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
published
On sale
Segment
SUV
Compact SUV
Vehicle Type
SUV
Passenger vehicle
Tare Mass Kg
1225 kg
-
Spec
Grand Vitara
ORA 5
Drivetrain Layout
All Wheel Drive (AWD)
-
LSD Available
Not Applicable
-
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
-
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
-
Paddle Shifters
Standard Sport Paddle Shifters
-
Engine Position
Transverse Front-Mounted
-
Gearbox
6-Speed Automatic with Paddle Shifters
Automatic
Final Drive Ratio
4.388:1
-
Steering Turns Lock to Lock
2.8
-
Number of Gears
6
-
Transmission Type
6-Speed Automatic
Automatic
Clutch Type
Single Dry Plate Diaphragm
-
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
-
Drivetrain
4WD / AWD
-
4WD Engagement
Not Applicable
-
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
-
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
-
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
-
Automatic Shift Paddles
Standard Sport Paddle Shifters
-
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
-
Gearbox Type
6-Speed Automatic with Paddle Shifters
Automatic
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
-
Low Range
Not Applicable
-
Axle Layout
AWD — AllGrip Auto
-
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
-
Transmission Speeds
6
-
Gear Shift Type
6-Speed Automatic with Paddle Shifters
Electronic column shifter
Spec
Grand Vitara
ORA 5
Claimed Mileage
17.9 km/l
-
City Mileage
14.7 km/l
-
Highway Mileage
20.8 km/l
-
Fuel Tank Capacity
45 l
Not Applicable
Emission Standard
Euro 5
-
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
-
Average Fuel Consumption
5.6 l/100km
Not Applicable
Claimed Fuel Consumption
5.6 l/100km
Not Applicable
Fuel Efficiency
5.6 l/100km
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
17.9 km/l
-
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
-
Charging Type
Not Applicable
-
Combined Consumption
5.6 l/100km
Not Applicable
Combined Consumption L 100km
5.6 l/100km
Not Applicable
Fuel Economy Combined
5.6 l/100km
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
45
Not Applicable
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
520 km NEDC
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
-
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
-
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
-
Spec
Grand Vitara
ORA 5
Airbags
6
6
ABS
Standard
Yes
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Yes
Traction Control
Standard
Yes
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
-
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Yes
Child Safety Lock
Standard
Manual
ISOFIX Mounts
2 Rear ISOFIX Points
Yes
Brake Assist
Standard
-
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Standard
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
No
Alarm System
Standard
-
Central Locking
Remote Central Locking
-
Side Impact Beams
Standard
-
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
All Seats
Front-row reminder
Speed Alert System
Standard — Audible Warning at 120 km/h
-
Pedestrian Detection AEB
Not Available
-
Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
No
Safety Rating
Not Independently Rated
-
Whiplash Protection
Active Head Restraints on Front Seats
-
Lane Change Warning
Not Available
-
AEB
Not Available
Yes
BA
Standard
-
Brake Override System
Not Available
-
Curtain Airbags
Not Available
Yes
Driver Airbag
6
Yes
EBD
Standard
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
No
Hill Hold
Standard
Yes
Passenger Airbag
6
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Alert and braking
Seatbelt Pretensioners
All Seats
-
Side Airbags
Not Available
Yes
TCS
Standard
Yes
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
-
Knee Airbag
Not Available
-
ABS EBD
Standard
Yes
Anti Theft Alarm
Standard
-
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
6
-
Driver Passenger Airbags
6
-
ESC With Traction Control
Standard
-
Seatbelt Reminder
All Seats
Front row
Stability Control
Standard
Yes
Integrated Brake Control
-
Yes
Spec
Grand Vitara
ORA 5
Cruise Control
Standard
Adaptive
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
Yes
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Yes
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Alert and braking
Parking Sensors
Rear Ultrasonic Sensors
Rear
Rear View Camera
360-Degree Surround View
360-degree panoramic view
360 Degree Camera
360-Degree Surround View Camera
Yes
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Available
Yes
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
-
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
-
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Yes
Auto Lights
Standard
-
Auto Wipers
Standard
Yes
Rear Parking Sensors
Rear Ultrasonic Sensors
Yes
Reverse Camera
360-Degree Surround View
360-degree panoramic view
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
Park Assist
Not Available
-
Around View Monitor
360-Degree Surround View Camera
Yes
Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
Yes
Emergency Braking
Not Available
-
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Yes
Front Camera
Not Available
-
Parking Distance Sensors
Rear Ultrasonic Sensors
-
Parking Sensor
Rear Ultrasonic Sensors
-
Pre-Collision System
Not Available
-
Rain Sensor Wipers
Standard
-
Rear View Camera
360-Degree Surround View
-
Reverse Camera Type
360-Degree Surround View
-
Reversing Camera
360-Degree Surround View
-
Surround View Camera
360-Degree Surround View Camera
Yes
Auto Hold
-
Yes
Steering Modes
-
Light, Comfort, Sport
Spec
Grand Vitara
ORA 5
Seat Material
Leatherette Seat Trim
Synthetic leather
Seat Adjustment
Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment
-
Heated Seats
Not Applicable
Front
Ventilated Seats
Not Applicable
Front seat and backrest
Steering Type
Electric Power Assisted (EPAS)
-
Steering Adjustment
Tilt and Telescopic
-
Ambient Lighting
Not Applicable
Multi-colour rhythmic
Folding Rear Seats
60:40 Split Fold
-
Front Armrest
Standard Centre Armrest
-
Rear Armrest
Integrated in Seat Back
-
Cup Holders
4
-
Rear AC Vents
Not Available
-
Rear USB Ports
0
-
Steering Wheel Material
Urethane
Microfibre leather
Instrument Cluster Type
Analogue with Digital Trip Display
-
Interior Colour Options
2
-
Driver Lumbar Support
Not Available
-
Door Map Pockets
All Four Door Pockets
-
60 40 Split Seat
60:40 Split Fold
Yes
Adjustable Driver Seat
Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment
-
Driver Seat Adjustment
Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment
6-way electric
Fabric Seats
Leatherette Seat Trim
-
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment
4-way electric
Armrest Front
Standard Centre Armrest
-
Armrest Rear
Integrated in Seat Back
-
Boot Space Seats Down
708
-
Driver Seat
Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment
-
Interior Courtesy Lamps
9-inch touchscreen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, dual-zone climate control (GLX and Hybrid), 360-degree surround view camera (GLX AT and Hybrid), adaptive cruise control (GLX and Hybrid), blind-spot monitoring (GL
-
Interior Trim Colour
2
-
Leather Accented Seat Trim
Leatherette Seat Trim
-
Interior Colours
2
-
Rear Seat Centre Armrest
Integrated in Seat Back
-
Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest
Not Available
-
Seat Belt Warning
All Seats
-
Seat Fold Type
60:40 Split Fold
-
Seat Trim
Leatherette Seat Trim
Grey synthetic leather
Front Shoulder Room
1455 mm
-
Rear Shoulder Room
1430 mm
-
Driver Seat Memory
-
Yes
Spec
Grand Vitara
ORA 5
Climate Control
Automatic Climate Control
Automatic
Power Windows
All Four Windows
Four-door one-touch
Keyless Entry
Not Available
Driver door
Push Button Start
Not Available
-
Wireless Charging
Standard 15W Wireless Charger
50 W
Sunroof
Panoramic Glass Roof
Panoramic glass roof
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Yes
Automatic Headlamps
Standard
-
Rain Sensing Wipers
Standard
Automatic front wiper
Auto Dimming Mirror
Not Available
-
Rear Window Defroster
Standard
-
Electric Mirror Folding
Electrically Adjustable Auto-Fold Mirrors
-
Driver Seat Height Adjustment
Standard — Driver Height Adjustable
-
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Not Available
-
12V Accessory Socket
1 x 12V Socket
-
Speed Limiter
Standard
-
AC Type
Automatic Climate Control
Automatic
Auto Dimming Irvm
Not Available
-
Climate Zones
Automatic Climate Control
-
Electric Folding Mirrors
All Four Windows
Yes
Engine Start Button Illumination
Not Available
-
TPMS
Standard
Yes
Engine Start Stop
Not Available
-
Engine Start Stop Button
Not Available
-
Engine Warranty
4 Years
-
Front Armrest
Standard Centre Armrest
-
Front Power Outlet
1 x 12V Socket
-
Fuel Consumption Combined
5.6
-
Glovebox Cooling
All Four Door Pockets
-
Hill Start Assist
Standard
-
Panoramic Roof
Panoramic Glass Roof
Panoramic glass roof
Power Mirrors
All Four Windows
Yes
Push Button Start
Not Available
-
Rear Defogger
Standard
-
Rear Seat Split
60:40 Split Fold
-
Rear Wing
Not Available
-
Seat Type
Leatherette Seat Trim
-
Seatbelt Pre Tensioner
All Seats
-
Spare Wheel
Space Saver Spare
Temporary T135/90 D17
Speed Alert System
Standard
-
Stabilizer Bar
Standard
-
Steering Mounted Controls
Standard
-
Telescopic Steering
Tilt and Telescopic
-
Tilt Steering
Tilt and Telescopic
-
Voice Command
Via Smartphone
-
Voice Command Support
Via Smartphone Mirroring
-
Accelerator 0 100
13.5 sec
-
Air Conditioning
Automatic Climate Control
Automatic
Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
-
Bed Extender
Not Available
-
Bottle Holders
4
-
Canopy Fitment
Not Available
-
Centre Console
Standard Centre Armrest
-
Common Rail Injection
Multi-Point Fuel Injection with 12V ISG
-
Diff Lock
Not Available
-
Difflock
Not Available
-
Digital Speedometer
Analogue with Digital Trip Display
-
Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors
Electrically Adjustable Auto-Fold Mirrors
-
Front Wiper
Standard
-
Front Wipers Type
Standard
-
Glove Box
All Four Door Pockets
-
Intelligent Battery System
Not Available
-
Intelligent Keyless Entry
Not Available
-
Lift Gate
Not Available
-
Load Bed Cover
Not Available
-
Load Bed Light
Not Available
-
Load Bed Steps
Not Available
-
Loadbox Depth Mm
Not Available
-
Loadbox Rope Hooks
Not Available
-
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Not Available
-
Manual Aircon
Automatic Climate Control
-
Mirror
Electrically Adjustable Body-Coloured Mirrors
-
One Pedal Driving
Not Available
-
Passive Entry Start
Not Available
-
Power Socket 12v
1 x 12V Socket
-
Powered Tailgate
Not Available
-
Rear Air Conditioning
Not Available
-
Rear Electric Motor
Not Available
-
Rearview Mirror Inside
Not Available
-
Regenerative Braking Levels
Not Available
-
Remote Central Locking
Remote Central Locking
-
Remote Side Mirror
Electrically Adjustable Body-Coloured Mirrors
-
Rim Size
17 Inches
18-inch alloy
Roof Rack Compatibility
Standard Roof Rails
-
Side Impact Bars
Standard
-
Sonar
Rear Ultrasonic Sensors
-
Sound System
6
6
Source Model Column
grand-vitara
-
Sports Bar
Not Available
-
Stabilizer Bar Front
Standard
-
Stabilizer Bar Rear
Standard
-
Steering Column Adjustment
Tilt and Telescopic
-
Sub Frame
Monocoque
-
Surround View Monitor
360-Degree Surround View Camera
Yes
Tailgate Damper
Not Available
-
Tailgate Lock
Not Available
-
Tow Bar Type
Not Available
-
Trim Level
flagship
-
Unlocking
Not Available
Driver door
Variant Role
Performance-focused derivative
-
Vdc
Standard
-
Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
-
Vehicle To Load
Not Available
-
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
Not Available
-
Walk Away Lock
Not Available
-
Wireless Charger
Standard 15W Wireless Charger
50 W
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Boot Space Seats Folded
708 l
-
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Boot Space Seats Folded
708 l
-
Heated Mirrors
-
Yes
Rear Air Vents
-
Yes
Rear Shelf Board
-
Yes
Heat-pump Air Conditioning
-
Yes
Spec
Grand Vitara
ORA 5
Length
4345 mm
4471 mm
Width
1795 mm
1833 mm
Height
1645 mm
1641 mm
Wheelbase
2600 mm
2720 mm
Doors
5 doors
-
Front Headroom
1010 mm
-
Payload Capacity
530 kg
-
Fuel Tank Capacity
45 l
-
Kerb Weight
1225 kg
-
Rear Headroom
970 mm
-
Front Legroom
1060 mm
-
Rear Legroom
935 mm
-
Ground Clearance (Default)
210 mm
175 mm
Boot/Cargo Space
310 l
-
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
1680 kg
-
Seating Capacity
5 seats
-
Number of Rows
2 rows
-
Minimum Turning Radius
5.4 m
-
Spec
Grand Vitara
ORA 5
Engine
1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol Mild Hybrid
Battery-electric powertrain
Cylinders
4
Not Applicable
Valves
16
Not Applicable
Fuel System
Multi-Point Injection
Not Applicable
Compression Ratio
10.5:1
Not Applicable
Drive Type
4WD
Not Officially Disclosed
Top Speed
175 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
Engine Code
K15C
Not Applicable
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Not Applicable
Aspiration
Naturally Aspirated
Not Applicable
Bore
74 mm
Not Applicable
Stroke
85.1 mm
Not Applicable
Drive Modes
Not Officially Disclosed
Eco, Well Being, Standard, Sport
Valves per Cylinder
4
Not Applicable
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Engine Displacement
1462 cc
Not Applicable
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
Not Officially Disclosed
0-100 km/h
13.5 sec
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
58.33 kWh
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
Petrol Mild Hybrid
Electric
Maximum Power
76 kW @ 6000 rpm
150 kW
Maximum Torque
137 Nm @ 4400 rpm
260 Nm
Motor Type
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Regenerative Braking
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Hybrid System
12V Mild Hybrid
Not Applicable
Combined Power
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Motor Location
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Power-to-Weight Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Type
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Voltage
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Electric Range
Not Applicable
520 km (NEDC)
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
Grand Vitara
ORA 5
Apple CarPlay
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless
Android Auto
Wired Android Auto
Wireless
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Yes
Number of Speakers
6
6
Navigation System
Via Smartphone Mirroring
-
Digital Instrument Cluster
9-inch Digital Cluster
10.25-inch
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless
Infotainment System
9-inch Touchscreen
14.6-inch touchscreen with voice control
FM Radio
Standard
-
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
-
Voice Recognition
Via Smartphone
-
AUX Input
Not Available
-
Infotainment Screen Size
9-inch Touchscreen
14.6-inch
Wi-Fi Hotspot
Not Available
-
Audio Controls On Steering
Standard
-
Infotainment Display
9-inch Touchscreen
-
Rear Usb
2
-
Audio
Standard
-
Audio Speakers
6
6
Audio System
Standard
-
Display Audio
9-inch Touchscreen
-
Front Rear USB Charge Ports
2
-
Infotainment Screen
9-inch Touchscreen
14.6-inch
Multi Information Display
Analogue with Digital Trip Display
-
Connected Services
Standard
-
Voice Control
Via Smartphone
Yes
Smartphone Connectivity
Wireless Apple CarPlay
-
Radio
Standard
-
Touchscreen
9-inch Touchscreen
14.6-inch
Wireless Android Auto
Wired Android Auto
Wireless
USB Ports
2
3 (front Type-A and Type-C; rear Type-C)
Spec
Grand Vitara
ORA 5
LED Headlamps
LED Projector Headlamps
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
LED DRLs
LED
Fog Lamps
Front Fog Lamps
Rear LED
Roof Rails
Standard Roof Rails
Yes
Alloy Wheel Design
17-inch Polished Two-Tone Alloy Wheels
-
Chrome Exterior Finish
Not Available
-
Body Cladding
Black Plastic Side Body Cladding
-
Rear Spoiler
Not Available
-
Roof Type
Standard Fixed Roof
-
Wing Mirror Type
Electrically Adjustable Body-Coloured Mirrors
-
Rear Wiper
Standard
Yes
Door Handle Finish
Body-Coloured Door Handles
-
Body Type
SUV
-
DRL
LED DRLs
LED
Fog Lights
Front Fog Lamps
-
Front Fog Lights
Front Fog Lamps
-
Led Headlights
LED Projector Headlamps
Yes
Auto Headlights
Standard
-
Automatic Headlamps
Standard
-
Daytime Running Lights
LED DRLs
LED
Electric Blind Sunroof
Not Available
-
Exterior Colour Options
5
-
Exterior Door Handle Colour
Body-Coloured Door Handles
-
Exterior Mirror Electric
All Four Windows
Yes
Exterior Mirror Folding
Electrically Adjustable Auto-Fold Mirrors
-
Front Fog Lamps
Front Fog Lamps
Rear LED
Headlamp Levelling
LED Projector Headlamps
-
Headlamps
LED Projector Headlamps
Yes
Headlight Type
LED Projector Headlamps
Yes
Headlights
LED Projector Headlamps
Yes
Load Bed Liner
Not Available
-
Panoramic Sunroof
Panoramic Glass Roof
Yes
Rear Spoiler
Not Available
-
Sunroof Slide
Not Available
-
Sunroof Tilt
Not Available
-
Exterior Colour Options
6
Emerald Green, Matte Grey, Ayers Grey, Hamilton White, Sterling Silver, Night Black, Brilliant Rose with a black roof, and Lake Blue with a black roof
Rear Fog Lights
-
LED
LED Tail Lamps
-
Yes
Spec
Grand Vitara
ORA 5
Approach Angle
19 deg
-
Departure Angle
21 deg
-
Wading Depth
0 mm
-
Terrain Modes
Not Available
-
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
-
Underbody Protection
Skid Plate Under Engine
-
Ramp Breakover Angle
18 deg
-
Recovery Hooks
Front and Rear Tow Hooks
-
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
-
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
-
Ramp-over Angle
18 deg
-
Approach Angle Deg
19 deg
-
Breakover Angle
18 deg
-
Departure Angle Deg
21 deg
-
Energy Recovery Display
Not Available
-
Off Road Descent Control
Not Available
-
Wading Depth Mm
0 mm
-
Ground Clearance Max
210 mm
-
Ground Clearance Min
210 mm
-
Spec
Grand Vitara
ORA 5
Tyre Size
215/60 R17
225/60 R18
Wheel Type
17-inch Polished Two-Tone Alloy Wheels
-
Front Brake Type
Ventilated Disc
-
Rear Brake Type
Ventilated Disc
-
Spare Wheel Type
Space Saver Spare
Temporary T135/90 D17
Front Brake Disc Diameter
296 mm
-
Rear Brake Drum Diameter
259 mm
-
Parking Brake Type
Conventional Handbrake
-
Tyre Load Index
96
-
Tyre Speed Rating
H
-
Wheel Rim Size
17 Inches
18-inch alloy
Brake Type Front
Ventilated Disc
-
Brake Type Rear
Ventilated Disc
-
Spare Tyre
Space Saver Spare
Temporary T135/90 D17
Tyre Type
215/60 R17
-
Wheel Diameter
17 Inches
18-inch alloy
Auto Brake Hold
Conventional Handbrake
-
Autonomous Emergency Brake
Not Available
-
Brakes
Ventilated Disc
-
Cornering Brake Control
Standard
-
Electric Park Brake
Conventional Handbrake
-
Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
-
Handbrake Type
Conventional Handbrake
Electronic parking brake
Hydraulic Brake Assist
Standard
-
Leather Steering Wheel
Urethane
-
Spare Wheel Size Type
Space Saver Spare
-
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
-
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
Standard
-
Steering Wheel Phone Controls
Standard
-
Steering Wheel Trim
Urethane
-
Tyre Pressure Display
Standard
-
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
Standard
Yes
Wheel Material
17-inch Polished Two-Tone Alloy Wheels
-
Wheel Size Type
17 Inches
-
Wheels
17-inch Polished Two-Tone Alloy Wheels
-
Spec
Grand Vitara
ORA 5
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
MacPherson independent
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link Independent with Coil Spring
Multi-link independent
Chassis Type
Monocoque
-
Power Steering
Electric Power Assisted (EPAS)
-
Steering Column
Tilt and Telescopic Adjustable
-
Front Spring Type
Coil Spring
-
Rear Spring Type
Coil Spring
-
Front Anti-Roll Bar
Standard
-
Rear Anti-Roll Bar
Standard
-
Shock Absorber Type
Telescopic Gas Dampers
-
Chassis Material
Monocoque
-
Front Suspension Type
MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
MacPherson independent
Rear Axle Type
Multi-Link Independent with Coil Spring
-
Rear Suspension Type
Multi-Link Independent with Coil Spring
Multi-link independent
Shock Absorbers
Telescopic Gas Dampers
-
Suspension
MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
-
Front Track Width
1565 mm
-
Rear Track Width
1565 mm
-
Electric Power Steering
-
Yes
Spec
Grand Vitara
ORA 5
Service Interval
15,000 km or 12 Months
12 months / 15,000 km
Approx Service Cost
Approx R2,000–R2,500 per Service
-
Battery Warranty
12 Months
-
Maintenance Plan
Not Included
-
Engine Oil Change Interval
10,000 km or 6 Months
-
First Service At
1,000 km Inspection
-
Service Plan Duration
Not Included
7 years / 75,000 km; 12 months / 15,000 km intervals
Service Plan Distance
Not Included
7 years / 75,000 km; 12 months / 15,000 km intervals
Anti-Rust Treatment
Underbody Rust Protection
-
Service Intervals
15,000 km or 12 Months
-
Engine Oil Capacity
3.7 l
-
Service Plan
Not Included
7 years / 75,000 km; 12 months / 15,000 km intervals
Performance
ORA 5 +22
Efficiency
ORA 5 +17
Safety
ORA 5 +10
Practicality
ORA 5 +1
Ownership
ORA 5 +6
Moderate difference between the models.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Overall Winner
ORA 5
Performance
56/100
Efficiency
90/100
Safety
92/100
Practicality
63/100
Ownership
77/100
Grand Vitara
Performance
34/100
Efficiency
73/100
Safety
82/100
Practicality
62/100
Ownership
71/100
So, Which One Should You Buy?
🏆GWM ORA 5
wins with 74 pts
vs 63 pts for Grand Vitara
In structured scoring, ORA 5 emerges as the stronger overall package. However, Grand Vitara may appeal to buyers prioritising different factors. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
Other Comparisons Worth Checking
See how similar cars go head-to-head — you might find a better fit than you expected.
On our scoring the ORA 5 edges ahead overall. That said, the right choice depends on what you actually use the car for — the breakdown above shows exactly where each one wins and loses.
Efficiency scores: Grand Vitara 73 vs ORA 5 90. In the real world, diesel variants of either car will beat the claimed figure on long highways and fall short in Joburg traffic.
Safety scores: Grand Vitara 82, ORA 5 92. Check each model page for NCAP ratings and which trim levels include AEB and blind-spot monitoring — those features aren't always standard.
Long-term ownership scores: Grand Vitara 71, ORA 5 77. Service intervals, parts availability in SA, and whether a service plan is bundled all factor in — check the individual variant specs for that detail.
Practicality scores: Grand Vitara 62, ORA 5 63. This covers boot space, seat flexibility, and day-to-day usability — not just interior dimensions on paper.
Performance scores: Grand Vitara 34, ORA 5 56. This looks at real-world pace — 0–100 kph, highway flexibility, and how either car feels when you actually need to overtake on an N-road.
Resale varies with colour, spec, and market timing, but Japanese brands — and Toyota specifically — have a strong track record in SA. Check current used prices for both on AutoTrader to see the real gap right now.
Ground clearance and 4WD availability are what matter most here. Scroll to the spec table above to compare both side by side — if either model offers a 4WD variant, that's the version worth comparing.
Fuel, insurance, and service costs are the big three. Diesel variants of both models typically save R800–R1,500/month in fuel at current SA pump prices. The ORA 5 edges the overall ownership score, but check whether either variant includes a service plan — that changes the monthly maths significantly.
The ORA 5 scores better overall, but neither car is a bad buy here. It comes down to what features matter to you — check the full spec table above to see exactly what you gain and lose at each price point.
In Depth — Breaking It All Down
The comparison between Grand Vitara and ORA 5 in South Africa
evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.
Performance: Grand Vitara scores 34 vs 56.
Efficiency: Grand Vitara scores 73 vs 90.
Safety: Grand Vitara scores 82 vs 92.
Practicality: Grand Vitara scores 62 vs 63.
Ownership: Grand Vitara scores 71 vs 77.
Final structured scoring gives ORA 5
the advantage in this comparison.
Compare
Get Best Price
We'll Contact You
Fill in your details and a dedicated executive will reach out shortly.
✓
We've Got Your Details!
An executive will contact you shortly. Thank you for your interest.
