Toyota Hiace Ses'fikile vs Suzuki Super Carry

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.

Toyota Hiace Ses'fikile

2.5D 16-seat MT Diesel Manual

ZAR 549,300 ex-showroom

⚡ 75 kW 🔧 260 Nm ⛽ 11.0 km/l

Suzuki Super Carry

1.2 Flatdeck MT Petrol Manual

ZAR 209,900 ex-showroom

⚡ 59 kW 🔧 104 Nm ⛽ 17.2 km/l

＋ Add a 3rd car

At a Glance — Who Wins What

⚡ Performance Hiace Ses'fikile

⛽ Fuel Economy Tie

🛡 Safety Hiace Ses'fikile

📦 Practicality Tie

🔑 Ownership Super Carry

Super Carry starts ZAR 549300 cheaper Hiace Ses'fikile from ZAR 549,300 · Super Carry from ZAR 197,900

Key Specs Side by Side

The specs that matter most — highlighted where one car leads.

Spec	Hiace Ses'fikile	Super Carry
Engine Power	75	59
Torque	260	104
Engine Size	2494	1196
Claimed Mileage	11.0	17.2
Ground Clearance	175	175
Boot Space	Not Available	0
Airbags	2	1 — Driver Only
Kerb Weight	2080	850
Seating Capacity	Available	2
Warranty	3	5

= leads in this spec

The Overall Score — Here's How They Stack Up

🏆 Winner

Super Carry

/ 100

pts

Hiace Ses'fikile

/ 100

Very close match. Final decision depends on buyer preference.

The Bottom Line

Both Hiace Ses'fikile and Super Carry are extremely closely matched, making the final choice dependent on buyer preference.

Where They Actually Differ

Performance Hiace Ses'fikile +3 pts

Efficiency Equal

Safety Hiace Ses'fikile +3 pts

Practicality Equal

Ownership Super Carry +8 pts

Score Breakdown by Category

🏆 Overall Winner

Super Carry

Performance 5/20

Efficiency 0/20

Safety 3/20

Practicality 7/20

Ownership 20/20

Hiace Ses'fikile

Performance 8/20

Efficiency 0/20

Safety 6/20

Practicality 7/20

Ownership 12/20

What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)

Hiace Ses'fikile

Strengths

More powerful engine output
Stronger safety package

Weak Spots

Shorter warranty coverage

Best suited to: Highway Driving

🏆 Overall Winner

Super Carry

Strengths

Better long-term ownership value

Weak Spots

Less powerful engine setup
Less comprehensive safety features

Best suited to: General Use

Which One's Right for You?

Hiace Ses'fikile

Drivers who prioritise strong highway performance and overtaking power
Families prioritising stronger safety equipment

Super Carry

Long-term owners valuing warranty and ownership peace of mind

Full Specs, Side by Side

Spec	Hiace Ses'fikile	Super Carry
Ground Clearance	175	175
Wheelbase	2985	2110
Length	5380	3800
Width	1880	1562
Height	2285	1730
Kerb Weight	2080	850
Gross Vehicle Weight	3500	1280
Seating Capacity	16	5
Boot Space	Not Available	0
Towing Capacity	2000	0
Turning Radius	6.5	4.5
Number of Doors	5	4
Boot Space Seats Folded	1500	1200
Front Track Width	1550	1285
Rear Track Width	1540	1285
Load Bed Length	Available	1750
Load Bed Width	Available	1250
Front Legroom	Available	930
Rear Legroom	Available	750
Front Headroom	Available	1020
Rear Headroom	Available	1000
Front Shoulder Room	Available	1200
Rear Shoulder Room	Available	1180
Max Payload	Available	390
Boot Volume	Available	0
Doors	Available	2
Seats	Available	2
Front Overhang	Available	Available
Fuel Tank Capacity	Available	Available
Rear Overhang	Available	Available

Spec	Hiace Ses'fikile	Super Carry
Engine	2KD-FTV	1.2L GB14 4-Cylinder Petrol
Engine Type	Inline 4 Diesel	Inline 4 Cylinder Naturally Aspirated
Displacement	2494	1196
Cylinders	4	4
Valves per Cylinder	16	4
Power	75	59
Torque	260	104
Fuel System	Common Rail Direct Injection	Multi-Point Fuel Injection (MPFI)
Top Speed	150	120
0-100 km/h	18.0	20.0
Power @ RPM	3600 rpm	6,000 rpm
Torque @ RPM	1800 rpm	2,900 rpm
Turbocharger	Yes	Not Applicable
Cylinder Layout	Inline 4 (I4)	Inline 4 (I4)
Engine Aspiration	Turbocharged	Naturally Aspirated
Engine Code	Standard	GB14
Compression Ratio	10.5:1	9.5:1
Cylinder Bore	82.0	68.5
Piston Stroke	92.0	81.3
Fuel Grade Required	Petrol	93 RON Unleaded Petrol
Engine Position	Available	Transverse Front-Mounted
Engine Oil Capacity	Available	3.0
Power	150	80
Variable Valve Timing	Available	Not Available — Fixed Cam Timing
Maximum Engine RPM	Available	6200
Engine Type Config	Available	Available
0–100 km/h	Available	Available
Battery Capacity	Available	Available
Charging Port	Available	Available
AC Charging Time	Available	Available
Engine Displacement	Available	Available
EV Range	Available	Available

Spec	Hiace Ses'fikile	Super Carry
Transmission	5-Speed Manual	5-Speed Manual
Drive Type	RWD	RWD
Drivetrain Layout	FR	Rear Wheel Drive
LSD Available	No	Not Available
Transfer Case	No	Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters	No	Not Available
Number of Gears	6	5
Transmission	Automatic CVT	Available
Differential Lock	Electronic Lock	Not Available
Clutch Type	Single Plate Diaphragm	Single Dry Plate Diaphragm
Final Drive Ratio	3.909:1	4.529:1
Transmission Type	Manual	Manual
Steering Turns Lock to Lock	Available	3.2
Drivetrain	Available	Available

Spec	Hiace Ses'fikile	Super Carry
Claimed Mileage	11.0	17.2
City Mileage	9.5	14.7
Highway Mileage	11.5	20.0
Fuel Tank Capacity	70	30
Emission Standard	Euro 4	Euro 5
AdBlue Tank Capacity	Available	0
Auto Start Stop	Available	Not Available
Average Fuel Consumption	Available	Available
Claimed Fuel Consumption	Available	7.3
Distance To Empty	Available	Available
Low Fuel Warning	Available	Available
Fuel Efficiency	Available	Available
Real-world Mileage	Available	Available

Spec	Hiace Ses'fikile	Super Carry
Airbags	2	1 — Driver Only
ABS	Standard	Standard
Electronic Stability Control	Standard	Not Available
Traction Control	Standard	Not Available
Hill Descent Control	Not Available	Not Available
Child Safety Lock	Standard	Standard
ISOFIX Mounts	Not Available	Not Available
Brake Assist	Standard	Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor	Not Available	Not Available
Engine Immobiliser	Standard	Standard
Hill Start Assist	Not Available	Not Available
Alarm System	Standard	Not Available
Central Locking	Standard	Standard
Front Parking Sensors	Yes	Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	Yes	Not Available
Side Impact Beams	Available	Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats	Available	Front Seats
Speed Alert System	Available	Not Available
Pedestrian Detection AEB	Available	Not Available
Safety Rating	Available	Not Independently Rated — Commercial Vehicle
Whiplash Protection	Available	Basic Head Restraints
Lane Change Warning	Available	Not Available
AEB	Available	Not Available
BA	Available	Standard
Brake Override System	Available	Available
Curtain Airbags	Available	Not Available
Driver Airbag	Available	Standard
EBD	Available	Standard
Engine Immobiliser	Available	Available
Fatigue Detection	Available	Not Available
Hill Hold	Available	Not Available
Passenger Airbag	Available	Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners	Available	Standard — Driver
Side Airbags	Available	Not Available
TCS	Available	Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring	Available	Available
Knee Airbag	Available	Available

Spec	Hiace Ses'fikile	Super Carry
Cruise Control	Not Available	Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control	Not Available	Not Available
Lane Keep Assist	Not Available	Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring	Not Available	Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	Not Available	Not Available
Parking Sensors	Not Available	Not Available
Rear View Camera	Not Available	Not Available
360 Degree Camera	Not Available	Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking	Not Available	Not Available
Lane Departure Warning	Yes	Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors	Yes	Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition	Yes	Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert	Yes	Not Available
Auto Highbeam	Available	Not Available
Auto Lights	Available	Not Available
Auto Wipers	Available	Not Available
Drive Modes	Available	Available
Eco Mode	Available	Available
EV Mode	Available	Available
Reverse Camera	Available	Not Available
Sport Mode	Available	Available
Adaptive Cruise Control	Available	Available
Park Assist	Available	Available

Spec	Hiace Ses'fikile	Super Carry
Seat Material	Fabric	Vinyl
Seat Adjustment	Manual	Manual 4-Way Driver
Heated Seats	Not Available	Not Available
Ventilated Seats	Not Available	Not Available
Steering Type	Rack and Pinion	Power Assisted Steering (Hydraulic)
Steering Adjustment	Tilt	Tilt Adjustable
Ambient Lighting	Not Available	Not Available
Folding Rear Seats	Standard	Rear Bench Folds Flat for Cargo
Front Armrest	Not Available	Not Available
Cup Holders	4	2
Interior Colour Options	Black	1
Leather Seats	Available	Available
Rear Armrest	Available	Not Available
Rear AC Vents	Available	Not Available
Rear USB Ports	Available	0
Steering Wheel Material	Available	Urethane
Instrument Cluster Type	Available	Basic Analogue Gauges
Driver Lumbar Support	Available	Not Available
Door Map Pockets	Available	Driver Door Pocket Only
60 40 Split Seat	Available	Available
Adjustable Driver Seat	Available	Available
Adjustable Front Seat	Available	Available
Cooled Seats	Available	Available
Driver Seat Adjustment	Available	Manual — 7-position slide
Fabric Seats	Available	Available
Front Headrest	Available	Available
Memory Seats	Available	Available
Passenger Seat Adjustment	Available	Fixed
Rear Headrest	Available	Available

Spec	Hiace Ses'fikile	Super Carry
Climate Control	Manual AC	Manual Air Conditioning (Optional Fitment)
Power Windows	Front Only	Not Available — Manual Windows
Keyless Entry	Not Available	Not Available
Push Button Start	Not Available	Not Available
Wireless Charging	Not Available	Not Available
Sunroof	Not Available	Not Available
Electric Tailgate	Not Available	Not Available
Automatic Headlamps	Not Available	Not Available
Rain Sensing Wipers	Not Available	Not Available
Stabilizer Bar	Front	Available
Engine Warranty	5 Years / 150,000 km	Available
Service Plan	3 Years / 45,000 km	Available
Fuel Consumption Combined	9.1	Available
Power Mirrors	Power Adjustment	150
Payload Capacity	500	Available
Auto Dimming Mirror	Available	Not Available
Rear Window Defroster	Available	Standard
Electric Mirror Folding	Available	Manual Fold
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	Available	Not Available
Follow Me Home Headlamps	Available	Not Available
12V Accessory Socket	Available	1 x 12V Socket
Speed Limiter	Available	Not Available
AC Type	Available	Manual Air Conditioning
Adaptive Dampers	Available	Available
Aero Kit	Available	Available
Auto Dimming Irvm	Available	Available
Boot Opener	Available	Available
Chrome Exterior Highlights	Available	Available
Chrome Grille	Available	Available
Climate Zones	Available	1
Door Ajar Warning	Available	Available
Drag Coefficient	Available	Available
Driver Display	Available	Available
Electric Folding Mirrors	Available	Available
Engine Check Warning	Available	Available
Engine Start Button Illumination	Available	Available
Engine Start Stop	Available	Available
Engine Start Stop Button	Available	Available
Exhaust Finish	Available	Available
Exhaust Type	Available	Available
Front Armrest	Available	Available
Front Power Outlet	150	150
Fuel Lid Opener	Available	Available
Gear Shift Type	Available	Available
Glovebox Cooling	Available	Available
Ground Clearance Unladen	Available	Available
Headlamp Height Adjust	Available	Available
Headlamp Washer	Available	Available
Headrest Adjustable	Available	Available
Heads Up Display	Available	Not Available
Hill Start Assist	Available	Available
Impact Sensing Door Unlock	Available	Available
Intercooler	Available	Available
Launch Control	Available	Available
Multi Function Steering	Available	Available
Panoramic Roof	Available	Not Available
Performance Data Logger	Available	Available
Push Button Start	Available	Not Available
Rear Defogger	Available	Available
Rear Reading Lamps	Available	Available
Rear Seat Split	Available	Available
Rear Wing	Available	Available
Remote Engine Start	Available	Available
Rev Matching	Available	Available
Ride Mode Selection	Available	Available
Roof Antenna	Available	Available
Seat Type	Available	Available
Seatbelt Pre Tensioner	Available	Available
Seatbelt Reminder	Available	Available
Service Reminder	Available	Available
Side Steps	Available	Available
Skid Plates	Available	Available
Spare Wheel	Available	Available
Speed Alert System	Available	Available
Stability Control	Available	Available
Steering Mounted Controls	Available	Available
Steering Response	Available	Available
Tachometer	Available	Available
Tail Lamps	Available	Available
Telescopic Steering	Available	Available
Tilt Steering	Available	Available
Trip Computer	Available	Available
Tyre Repair Kit	Available	Available
Valves Per Cylinder	Available	Available
Vanity Mirror	Available	Available
Voice Command	Available	Available
Voice Command Support	Available	Available

Spec	Hiace Ses'fikile	Super Carry
Infotainment Screen	6.8-inch Touchscreen	Basic AM/FM Radio
Apple CarPlay	Not Available	Not Available
Android Auto	Not Available	Not Available
Bluetooth Connectivity	Standard	Not Available
Number of Speakers	2	2
Navigation System	Not Available	Not Available
Digital Instrument Cluster	Not Available	Analogue Instrument Cluster
USB Ports	1	Not Available
FM Radio	Yes	AM/FM Radio Ready
AUX Input	Yes	Not Available
Wireless Apple CarPlay	Available	Not Available
Steering Wheel Audio Controls	Available	Not Available
Voice Recognition	Available	Not Available
Infotainment Screen Size	Available	Not Available
Wi-Fi Hotspot	Available	Not Available
Audio Controls On Steering	Available	Available
Infotainment Display	Available	Available
Rear Usb	Available	Available
Premium Audio	Available	Available

Spec	Hiace Ses'fikile	Super Carry
LED Headlamps	Not Available	Halogen Headlamps
Daytime Running Lamps	Not Available	Not Available
Fog Lamps	Not Available	Not Available
Roof Rails	Not Available	Not Available
Alloy Wheel Design	Not Available	Steel Wheels with Hub Caps
Chrome Exterior Finish	Not Available	Not Available
Rear Spoiler	Not Available	Not Available
Door Handle Finish	Chrome Finish	Standard Black Handles
Exterior Colour Options	Pearl White	3
Body Cladding	Available	Not Applicable
Roof Type	Available	Standard Fixed Roof
Wing Mirror Type	Available	Manual Mirrors
Rear Wiper	Available	Not Available
Body Type	Available	Flatdeck Pickup — Open Load Bed
DRL	Available	Not Available
Fog Lights	Available	Not Available
Front Fog Lights	Available	Not Available
Led Headlights	Available	Halogen
Led Taillights	Available	Halogen
Rear Fog Lights	Available	Not Available

Spec	Hiace Ses'fikile	Super Carry
Approach Angle	29	0
Departure Angle	26	0
Wading Depth	700	0
Terrain Modes	None	Not Applicable
Locking Differential	Rear Differential Lock	Not Available
4WD System Type	Part-time 4WD	Not Applicable — RWD Only
Underbody Protection	Available	Not Available
Ramp Breakover Angle	Available	0
Recovery Hooks	Available	1 Rear Tow Hook
Hill Descent Control	Available	Available
Ramp-over Angle	Available	Available

Spec	Hiace Ses'fikile	Super Carry
Tyre Size	195/75 R16C	155 R13 LT 8PR
Wheel Type	Steel	Steel Wheels
Front Brake Type	Disc	Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type	Drum	Drum
Spare Wheel Type	Full-Size	Full Size Spare
Front Brake Disc Diameter	300	240
Rear Brake Drum Diameter	Available	200
Parking Brake Type	Available	Conventional Handbrake
Tyre Load Index	Available	91
Tyre Speed Rating	Available	Q
Wheel Rim Size	Available	13 Inches
Brake Type Front	Available	Available
Brake Type Rear	Available	Available
Spare Tyre	Available	Available
Tyre Type	Available	Available
Front Tyre Width	Available	Available
Rear Tyre Width	Available	Available
Wheel Diameter	Available	Available

Spec	Hiace Ses'fikile	Super Carry
Front Suspension	MacPherson Strut	MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Rear Suspension	Leaf Spring	Leaf Spring (Commercial Grade)
Chassis Type	Ladder Frame	Monocoque
Power Steering	Hydraulic	Electric Power Assisted (EPAS)
Front Spring Type	Coil Spring	Coil Spring
Front Anti-Roll Bar	Yes	Standard
Steering Column	Available	Tilt Adjustable
Rear Spring Type	Available	Leaf Spring
Rear Anti-Roll Bar	Available	Not Available
Shock Absorber Type	Available	Telescopic Hydraulic

Spec	Hiace Ses'fikile	Super Carry
Service Interval	10000 km / 12 months	10,000 km or 12 Months
Approx Service Cost	Moderate	Approx R1,200–R1,800 per Service
Battery Warranty	24 Months	12 Months
First Service At	5000	1,000 km Inspection
Maintenance Plan	Available	Not Included
Engine Oil Change Interval	Available	10,000 km or 6 Months
Service Plan Duration	Available	2 Years
Service Plan Distance	Available	30000
Anti-Rust Treatment	Available	Underbody Rust Protection
Alternator	Available	Available
Battery Type	Available	Available
Gear Shift Indicator	Available	Available

Spec	Hiace Ses'fikile	Super Carry
Warranty Years	3	5
Warranty Kilometers	100000	200000
Roadside Assistance	3 Years	5 Years Roadside Assistance
Basic Warranty	3 Years / 100,000 km	Available
Anti-Corrosion Warranty	5 Years / Unlimited km	3 Years Anti-Corrosion

Spec	Hiace Ses'fikile	Super Carry
CO2 Emissions	218	155
Start Stop System	Not Available	Not Available
Hybrid System Type	None	Not Applicable
Idle CO2 Output	2.0	Within Euro 5 Limits
Fuel Octane Requirement	Unleaded 95 RON	93 RON Unleaded
Noise Level	Available	72
Particulate Filter	Available	Not Fitted
Euro Emission Standard	Available	Euro 5
Green NCAP Rating	Available	Not Rated — Commercial Vehicle
Fuel Evaporation Control	Available	Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP)

Spec	Hiace Ses'fikile	Super Carry
Real-world City Mileage Min	10	8.0
Real-world City Mileage Max	12.5	10.0
Real-world Highway Mileage Min	9	6.5
Real-world Highway Mileage Max	10.5	8.0
Owner Review Count	8	3

So, Which One Should You Buy?

🏆 Suzuki Super Carry wins with 35 pts vs 33 pts for Hiace Ses'fikile

In structured scoring, Super Carry emerges as the stronger overall package. However, Hiace Ses'fikile may appeal to buyers prioritising different factors. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.

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On our scoring the Super Carry 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: Hiace Ses'fikile 0 vs Super Carry 0. 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: Hiace Ses'fikile 6, Super Carry 3. 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: Hiace Ses'fikile 12, Super Carry 20. 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: Hiace Ses'fikile 7, Super Carry 7. This covers boot space, seat flexibility, and day-to-day usability — not just interior dimensions on paper.

Performance scores: Hiace Ses'fikile 8, Super Carry 5. 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 Super Carry edges the overall ownership score, but check whether either variant includes a service plan — that changes the monthly maths significantly.

The Super Carry 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 Hiace Ses'fikile and Super Carry in South Africa evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.

Performance: Hiace Ses'fikile scores 8 vs 5.

Efficiency: Hiace Ses'fikile scores 0 vs 0.

Safety: Hiace Ses'fikile scores 6 vs 3.

Practicality: Hiace Ses'fikile scores 7 vs 7.

Ownership: Hiace Ses'fikile scores 12 vs 20.

Final structured scoring gives Super Carry the advantage in this comparison.

Toyota Hiace Ses'fikile vs Suzuki Super Carry

Toyota Hiace Ses'fikile

Suzuki Super Carry

At a Glance — Who Wins What

Key Specs Side by Side

The Overall Score — Here's How They Stack Up

Super Carry

Hiace Ses'fikile

The Bottom Line

Where They Actually Differ

Score Breakdown by Category

Super Carry

Hiace Ses'fikile

What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)

Hiace Ses'fikile

Super Carry

Which One's Right for You?

Hiace Ses'fikile

Super Carry

Full Specs, Side by Side

So, Which One Should You Buy?

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In Depth — Breaking It All Down