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.
Toyota Hiace vs Volkswagen Polo Sedan: the short answer
Polo Sedan has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Hiace remains close.
Polo Sedan starts ZAR 298,300 cheaperHiace from ZAR 680,900 · Polo Sedan from ZAR 382,600
Five key differences
Exact selected derivatives
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Specification
Hiace
Polo Sedan
Maximum Power
Hiace75 kW
Polo Sedan70 kW
Maximum Torque
Hiace260 Nm
Polo Sedan175 Nm
Engine Size
Hiace2494 cc
Polo Sedan999 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
Hiace11.8 km/l
Polo Sedan18.9 km/l
Ground Clearance
Hiace175 mm
Polo Sedan130 mm
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Independent editorial assessment
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Toyota Hiace
2.5D Panel Van MT
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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Hiace
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Stronger published practicality figures
Stronger published ownership cover
Weak Spots
Lower fuel efficiency
Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished Practicality
Specification evidence leader
Polo Sedan
Strengths
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower published practicality figures
Lower published ownership cover
Best suited to:Published Efficiency
Which One's Right for You?
Hiace
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Buyers prioritising the stronger published warranty or service cover
Polo Sedan
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
Hiace
Polo Sedan
Model Introduced Year
2019
2018
Generation
H300 generation – front-engine layout replacing the previous cab-over design
AW/BW Polo-based sedan – current generation since 2018
Facelift History
Current H300 generation launched in SA in 2019 – major redesign from rear-engine layout
Facelift update in 2022 with refreshed styling and updated infotainment
Facelift Launched Since
2019
2022
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
Van
Sedan
Color Note
White, Silver
White Silver, Reflex Silver, Deep Black, Flash Red
Dealer Stock Note
Base grade in the South Africa lineup
Top grade in the South Africa lineup
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
active
published
Segment
Van
Sedan
Tare Mass Kg
2080 kg
1125 kg
Vehicle Type
Van
Sedan
Spec
Hiace
Polo Sedan
Length
5380 mm
4440 mm
Width
1880 mm
1699 mm
Height
2285 mm
1467 mm
Wheelbase
2985 mm
2552 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
175 mm
130 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
125 mm
-
Fuel Tank Capacity
70 l
45 l
Boot/Cargo Space
5200 l
460 l
Kerb Weight
2080 kg
1125 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
3500 kg
1555 kg
Payload Capacity
1420 kg
-
Towing Capacity
2000 kg
-
Seating Capacity
2 seats
5 seats
Number of Rows
1 rows
-
Doors
5 doors
4 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
6.5 m
5.3 m
Front Headroom
992 mm
-
Rear Headroom
Not Applicable
-
Front Legroom
1032 mm
-
Rear Legroom
Not Applicable
-
Spec
Hiace
Polo Sedan
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension
Leaf Spring
Torsion Beam
Power Steering
Hydraulic
Electric
Steering Column
Tilt
Tilt and Telescopic
Front Spring Type
MacPherson Strut
MacPherson Strut
Rear Spring Type
Leaf Spring
Torsion Beam
Front Anti-Roll Bar
Front
-
Front Suspension Type
MacPherson Strut
MacPherson Strut
MagneRide Damping
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Axle Type
Leaf Spring
Torsion Beam
Rear Suspension Type
Leaf Spring
Torsion Beam
Suspension
MacPherson Strut
MacPherson Strut
Chassis Type
-
Monocoque
Chassis Material
-
Monocoque
Spec
Hiace
Polo Sedan
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Climate Control
Manual AC
Single-zone Automatic
Power Windows
Front Only
All Doors
Keyless Entry
Not Available
Standard
Push Button Start
Not Available
Not Available
Wireless Charging
Not Available
Standard
Sunroof
Not Available
Standard
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Not Available
Automatic Headlamps
Not Available
Standard
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Standard
Boot Space Seats Folded
5200 l
460 l
AC Type
Manual AC
Single-zone Automatic
Adaptive Dampers
Not Available
Not Available
Climate Zones
Manual AC
Single-zone Automatic
Electric Folding Mirrors
Front Only
All Doors
Engine Start Button Illumination
Not Available
Not Available
Engine Start Stop
Not Available
Not Available
Engine Start Stop Button
Not Available
Not Available
Engine Warranty
5 Years / 150,000 km
-
Front Armrest
Not Available
Rear Centre Armrest
Fuel Consumption Combined
8.5
5.3
Hill Start Assist
Not Available
Standard
Panoramic Roof
Not Available
Standard
Performance Data Logger
Not Available
Not Available
Power Mirrors
Front Only
All Doors
Push Button Start
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Seat Split
Standard
60/40 Split
Rear Wing
Not Available
Not Available
Rev Matching
Not Available
Not Available
Seat Type
Fabric
Fabric/Leatherette
Spare Wheel
Full-Size
Full Size
Stabilizer Bar
Front
-
Telescopic Steering
Tilt
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt Steering
Tilt
Tilt and Telescopic
Voice Command
Not Available
Standard
Voice Command Support
Not Available
Standard
Accelerator 0 100
18.0 sec
10.9 sec
Air Conditioning
Manual AC
Single-zone Automatic
Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
Not Available
Bed Extender
Not Available
Not Available
Bottle Holders
Standard
-
Canopy Fitment
Not Available
Not Available
Centre Console
Not Available
Rear Centre Armrest
Common Rail Injection
Common Rail Direct Injection
Direct Injection Turbocharged
Diff Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Difflock
Not Available
Not Available
Digital Speedometer
Not Available
Standard
Front Diff Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Intelligent Battery System
Not Available
Not Available
Intelligent Keyless Entry
Not Available
Standard
Lift Gate
Not Available
Not Available
Load Bed Cover
Not Available
Not Available
Load Bed Light
Not Available
Not Available
Load Bed Steps
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Depth Mm
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Loadbox Rope Hooks
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Manual Aircon
Manual AC
Single-zone Automatic
Mirror
Front Only
All Doors
One Pedal Driving
Not Available
Not Available
Passive Entry Start
Not Available
Standard
Powered Tailgate
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Diff Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Electric Motor
Not Available
Not Available
Regenerative Braking Levels
Not Available
Not Available
Remote Central Locking
Standard
Standard
Roof Rack Compatibility
Not Available
Not Available
Sonar
Not Available
Rear
Sound System
2
6
Source Model Column
hiace
polo-sedan
Sport Plus Mode
Not Available
Not Available
Sports Bar
Not Available
Not Available
Stabilizer Bar Front
Front
-
Steering Column Adjustment
Tilt
Tilt and Telescopic
Surround View Monitor
Not Available
Not Available
Tailgate Damper
Not Available
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Tow Bar Type
Not Available
Not Available
TPMS
Not Available
Standard
Trim Level
base
top
Unlocking
Not Available
Standard
Variant Role
Commercial utility derivative
Mid-to-high value derivative
Vdc
Standard
Standard
Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
Not Available
Vehicle To Load
Not Available
Not Available
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
Not Available
Standard
Walk Away Lock
Not Available
Standard
Wireless Charger
Not Available
Standard
Skid Plates
-
Not Available
Rim Size
Not Available
16-inch Alloy
Sub Frame
-
Monocoque
Spec
Hiace
Polo Sedan
Engine
2.5-litre Turbocharged Diesel
1-litre Turbocharged Petrol
Engine Code
Market-specific engine family
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
2494 cc
999 cc
Cylinders
4
3
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves
16
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves per Cylinder
4
Not Officially Disclosed
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Common Rail Direct Injection
Direct Injection Turbocharged
Compression Ratio
10.5:1
Not Officially Disclosed
Bore
82.0 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
94.6 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
75 kW
70 kW
Maximum Torque
260 Nm
175 Nm
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
RWD
FWD
Transmission
5-Speed Manual
7-Speed DCT
Top Speed
150 km/h
183 km/h
0-100 km/h
18.0 sec
10.9 sec
Quarter Mile
15.5 sec
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Eco, Comfort, Sport
Not Officially Disclosed
Launch Control
No
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
4800 rpm
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
36.1 kW/tonne
62.2 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
125 Nm/tonne
155.6 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
Hiace
Polo Sedan
Gearbox
5-Speed Manual
7-Speed DSG
Drivetrain Layout
FR
Front Wheel Drive
LSD Available
No
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
No
Standard
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
5
7
Transmission Type
Manual
Automatic
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Type
5-Speed Manual
7-Speed DSG
Drivetrain
RWD/
FWD
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
Standard
Differential Type Front
Not Available
Not Available
Differential Type Rear
Not Available
Not Available
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
5-Speed Manual
7-Speed DSG
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
RWD
FWD
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transfer Case Guard
Not Available
Not Available
Transmission Speeds
5
7
Spec
Hiace
Polo Sedan
Claimed Mileage
11.8 km/l
18.9 km/l
City Mileage
10.0 km/l
14 km/l
Highway Mileage
11.5 km/l
20 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
70 l
45 l
Emission Standard
Euro 4
Euro 6
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
11.8 km/l
18.9 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
70
45
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
Hiace
Polo Sedan
Airbags
2
6
ABS
Standard
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Not Available
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Standard
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
Not Available
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Not Available
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Standard
Alarm System
Standard
Standard
Central Locking
Standard
Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Not Available
Not Available
Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
Not Available
AEB
Not Available
Not Available
BA
Standard
Standard
Brake Override System
Not Available
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Not Available
Not Available
Driver Airbag
2
6
EBD
Standard
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Standard
Hill Hold
Not Available
Standard
Passenger Airbag
2
6
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Not Available
Not Available
Seatbelt Reminder
Not Available
Not Available
Side Airbags
Not Available
Not Available
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
TCS
Standard
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
Standard
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Not Available
ABS EBD
Standard
Standard
Anti Theft Alarm
Standard
Standard
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
2
6
Driver Passenger Airbags
2
6
ESC With Traction Control
Standard
Standard
Spec
Hiace
Polo Sedan
Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Not Available
Rear
Rear View Camera
Not Available
Standard
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Available
Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Lights
Not Available
Standard
Auto Wipers
Not Available
Standard
EV Mode
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors
Not Available
Rear
Reverse Camera
Not Available
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Not Available
Park Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Not Available
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
Standard
Emergency Braking
Not Available
Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Parking Distance Sensors
Not Available
Rear
Parking Sensor
Not Available
Rear
Pre-Collision System
Not Available
Not Available
Rain Sensor Wipers
Not Available
Standard
Rear View Camera
Not Available
Standard
Reverse Camera Type
Not Available
Standard
Reversing Camera
Not Available
Standard
Surround View Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Spec
Hiace
Polo Sedan
Seat Material
Fabric
Fabric/Leatherette
Seat Adjustment
Manual
Manual
Heated Seats
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Ventilated Seats
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Steering Type
Hydraulic
Electric
Steering Adjustment
Tilt
Tilt and Telescopic
Ambient Lighting
Not Applicable
Standard
Folding Rear Seats
Standard
60/40 Split
Front Armrest
Not Available
Rear Centre Armrest
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Cup Holders
Standard
-
Rear USB Ports
1
2
Steering Wheel Material
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Instrument Cluster Type
Not Available
Standard
Interior Colour Options
2
4
60 40 Split Seat
Standard
60/40 Split
Adjustable Driver Seat
Manual
Manual
Driver Seat Adjustment
Manual
Manual
Fabric Seats
Fabric
Fabric/Leatherette
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Manual
Manual
Armrest Front
Not Available
Rear Centre Armrest
Driver Seat
Manual
Manual
Interior Courtesy Lamps
Commercial-focused interior, large cargo area, basic but durable fittings
Composition Media infotainment, rear camera, cloth seats, air conditioning
Leather Accented Seat Trim
Fabric
Fabric/Leatherette
Interior Colours
2
4
Seat Fold Type
Standard
60/40 Split
Seat Trim
Fabric
Fabric/Leatherette
Spec
Hiace
Polo Sedan
Infotainment System
6.8-inch Touchscreen
9-inch Touchscreen
Apple CarPlay
Not Available
Standard
Android Auto
Not Available
Standard
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Standard
Number of Speakers
2
6
Navigation System
Not Available
Standard
Digital Instrument Cluster
Not Applicable
Standard
USB Ports
1
2
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Not Available
Standard
Wireless Android Auto
Not Available
Standard
Voice Recognition
Not Available
Standard
Infotainment Screen Size
6.8-inch Touchscreen
9-inch Touchscreen
Infotainment Display
6.8-inch Touchscreen
9-inch Touchscreen
Rear Usb
1
2
Audio Speakers
2
6
Audio System
2
6
Display Audio
6.8-inch Touchscreen
9-inch Touchscreen
Front Rear USB Charge Ports
1
2
Infotainment Screen
6.8-inch Touchscreen
9-inch Touchscreen
Multi Information Display
Not Available
Standard
Connected Services
Standard
Standard
Voice Control
Not Available
Standard
Smartphone Connectivity
Not Available
Standard
Touchscreen
6.8-inch Touchscreen
9-inch Touchscreen
Spec
Hiace
Polo Sedan
LED Headlamps
Not Available
LED
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
LED
Fog Lamps
Not Available
LED
Roof Rails
Not Available
Not Available
Alloy Wheel Design
Not Available
16-inch Alloy
Chrome Exterior Finish
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Spoiler
Not Available
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
2
4
Roof Type
Not Available
Standard
Body Type
Van
Sedan
DRL
Not Available
LED
Fog Lights
Not Available
LED
Front Fog Lights
Not Available
LED
Led Headlights
Not Available
LED
Auto Headlights
Not Available
Standard
Automatic Headlamps
Not Available
Standard
Daytime Running Lights
Not Available
LED
Electric Blind Sunroof
Not Available
Standard
Exterior Colour Options
2
4
Exterior Mirror Electric
Front Only
All Doors
Front Fog Lamps
Not Available
LED
Headlamp Levelling
Not Available
LED
Headlamps
Not Available
LED
Headlight Type
Not Available
LED
Headlights
Not Available
LED
Load Bed Liner
Not Available
Not Available
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
Standard
Active Exhaust
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Spoiler
Not Available
Not Available
Spec
Hiace
Polo Sedan
Approach Angle
Not Available
-
Departure Angle
Not Available
-
Wading Depth
Not Available
-
Terrain Modes
Not Available
Not Available
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
Breakover Angle
Not Available
Not Available
Energy Recovery Display
Not Available
Not Available
Front Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
Not Available
Ground Clearance Max
175 mm
130 mm
Ground Clearance Min
175 mm
130 mm
Off Road Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
Off Road Traction Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Crawl Control
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
Not Available
Skid Plates Fuel Tank
Not Available
Not Available
Skid Plates Transfer Case
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Mode Mud
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Mode Normal
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Mode Rock
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Mode Sand
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Mode Snow
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Response System
Not Available
Not Available
Underbody Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Underbody Protection
-
Not Available
Approach Angle Deg
-
-
Departure Angle Deg
-
-
Wading Depth Mm
-
-
Spec
Hiace
Polo Sedan
Tyre Size
195/75 R16C
195/55 R16
Wheel Type
Not Available
16-inch Alloy
Front Brake Type
Disc
Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type
Drum
Drum
Spare Wheel Type
Full-Size
Full Size
Wheel Rim Size
Not Available
16-inch Alloy
Brake Type Front
Disc
Ventilated Disc
Brake Type Rear
Drum
Drum
Spare Tyre
Full-Size
Full Size
Tyre Type
195/75 R16C
195/55 R16
Autonomous Emergency Brake
Not Available
Not Available
Brakes
Disc
Ventilated Disc
Cornering Brake Control
Standard
Standard
Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
Not Available
Handbrake Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Hydraulic Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Spare Wheel Size Type
Full-Size
Full Size
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
Not Available
Standard
Tyre Pressure Display
Not Available
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
Not Available
Standard
Wheel Material
Not Available
16-inch Alloy
Wheels
Not Available
16-inch Alloy
Wheel Diameter
Not Available
16-inch Alloy
Spec
Hiace
Polo Sedan
Battery Warranty
5 Years / 150,000 km
-
Maintenance Plan
3 Years / 45,000 km
-
Service Plan Duration
3 Years / 45,000 km
Not Available
Service Plan Distance
3 Years / 45,000 km
Not Available
Service Plan
3 Years / 45,000 km
Not Available
Spec
Hiace
Polo Sedan
Warranty Years
3 years / 100 000 km
2
Warranty Kilometers
3 years / 100 000 km
2
Roadside Assistance
3 Years
Not Available
Basic Warranty
3 years / 100 000 km
2
Roadside Assistance
3 Years
Not Available
Warranty
3 years / 100 000 km
2
Warranty Roadside Assistance
3 Years
Not Available
Spec
Hiace
Polo Sedan
CO2 Emissions
209 g/km
118 g/km
Hybrid System Type
Not Available
Not Available
Fuel Octane Requirement
Diesel
Petrol
Euro Emission Standard
Euro 4
Euro 6
Idle CO2 Output
209
118
CO2 Emissions G Km
209
118
Particulate Filter
-
Not Available
Spec
Hiace
Polo Sedan
Real-world City Mileage Min
9.5 l/100km
7 l/100km
Real-world City Mileage Max
12 l/100km
8.5 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Min
8.5 l/100km
5.5 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Max
10 l/100km
6.5 l/100km
Owner Review Count
7
8
Spec
Hiace
Polo Sedan
Ownership Role
Base
Top
Price Zar
680900 ZAR
483700 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current listed price
Current listed price
Starting Price
680900
483700
Starting Price Zar
680900
483700
In depth: how these cars differ
This Hiace and Polo Sedan 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: Hiace 37 vs Polo Sedan 36.
Efficiency index: Hiace 48 vs Polo Sedan 72.
Safety-equipment index: Hiace 44 vs Polo Sedan 88.
Practicality index: Hiace 71 vs Polo Sedan 63.
Ownership-cover index: Hiace 43 vs Polo Sedan 26.
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
Polo Sedan leads by 9 points
Polo Sedan has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Hiace remains close.
Performance
Hiace +1
Efficiency
Polo Sedan +24
Safety
Polo Sedan +44
Practicality
Hiace +8
Ownership
Hiace +17
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Polo Sedan
Performance
36/100
Efficiency
72/100
Safety
88/100
Practicality
63/100
Ownership
26/100
Hiace
Performance
37/100
Efficiency
48/100
Safety
44/100
Practicality
71/100
Ownership
43/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexVolkswagen Polo Sedan
leads the specification evidence index with 58 pts
vs 49 pts for Hiace
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Polo Sedan leads. However, Hiace may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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