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.
Polo holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over Hiace.
Polo starts ZAR 307,100 cheaperHiace from ZAR 680,900 · Polo from ZAR 373,800
Five key differences
Exact selected derivatives
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Specification
Hiace
Polo
Maximum Power
Hiace75 kW
Polo147 kW
Maximum Torque
Hiace260 Nm
Polo320 Nm
Engine Size
Hiace2494 cc
Polo2000 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
Hiace11.8 km/l
Polo18.9 km/l
Ground Clearance
Hiace175 mm
Polo133 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.
Toyota Hiace
2.5D Panel Van MT
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)
Hiace
Strengths
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower fuel efficiency
Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:Published Practicality
Specification evidence leader
Polo
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished Efficiency
Which One's Right for You?
Hiace
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Polo
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
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
Model Introduced Year
2019
2018
Generation
H300 generation – front-engine layout replacing the previous cab-over design
Sixth generation Polo on MQB-A0 platform
Facelift History
Current H300 generation launched in SA in 2019 – major redesign from rear-engine layout
Facelift in 2022 with updated tech and styling
Facelift Launched Since
2019
2022
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
Van
Hatchback
Color Note
White, Silver
White, Black, Silver, Grey, Blue, Red
Dealer Stock Note
Base grade in the South Africa lineup
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Model Year
2026
Current
Production Status
active
published
Segment
Van
Hatchback
Tare Mass Kg
2080 kg
1247 kg
Vehicle Type
Van
Hatchback
Drivetrain Note
-
4x2 configuration for the local line-up
Spec
Hiace
Polo
Length
5380 mm
4074 mm
Width
1880 mm
1751 mm
Height
2285 mm
1431 mm
Wheelbase
2985 mm
2549 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
175 mm
133 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
125 mm
-
Fuel Tank Capacity
70 l
40 l
Boot/Cargo Space
5200 l
305 l
Kerb Weight
2080 kg
1247 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
3500 kg
1780 kg
Payload Capacity
1420 kg
-
Towing Capacity
2000 kg
-
Seating Capacity
2 seats
5 seats
Number of Rows
1 rows
-
Doors
5 doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
6.5 m
10.6 m
Front Headroom
992 mm
-
Rear Headroom
Not Applicable
-
Front Legroom
1032 mm
-
Rear Legroom
Not Applicable
-
Spec
Hiace
Polo
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
1501 mm
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
1484 mm
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
Not Available
Rear Suspension
Leaf Spring
Not Available
Power Steering
Hydraulic
Standard
Steering Column
Tilt
-
Front Spring Type
MacPherson Strut
-
Rear Spring Type
Leaf Spring
-
Front Anti-Roll Bar
Front
-
Front Suspension Type
MacPherson Strut
Not Available
MagneRide Damping
Not Available
-
Rear Axle Type
Leaf Spring
-
Rear Suspension Type
Leaf Spring
Not Available
Suspension
MacPherson Strut
-
Spec
Hiace
Polo
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Climate Control
Manual AC
Standard
Power Windows
Front Only
Not Available
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
-
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Not Available
Boot Space Seats Folded
5200 l
305 l
AC Type
Manual AC
Standard
Adaptive Dampers
Not Available
-
Climate Zones
Manual AC
Standard
Electric Folding Mirrors
Front Only
-
Engine Start Button Illumination
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
Centre console
Fuel Consumption Combined
8.5
5.3
Hill Start Assist
Not Available
-
Panoramic Roof
Not Available
Not Available
Performance Data Logger
Not Available
-
Power Mirrors
Front Only
-
Push Button Start
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Seat Split
Standard
-
Rear Wing
Not Available
-
Rev Matching
Not Available
-
Seat Type
Fabric
-
Spare Wheel
Full-Size
Not Available
Stabilizer Bar
Front
-
Telescopic Steering
Tilt
-
Tilt Steering
Tilt
-
Voice Command
Not Available
-
Voice Command Support
Not Available
-
Accelerator 0 100
18.0 sec
-
Air Conditioning
Manual AC
Standard
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
Standard
Common Rail Injection
Common Rail Direct Injection
-
Diff Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Difflock
Not Available
Not Available
Digital Speedometer
Not Available
-
Front Diff Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Intelligent Battery System
Not Available
Not Available
Intelligent Keyless Entry
Not Available
-
Lift Gate
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
Standard
Mirror
Front Only
-
One Pedal Driving
Not Available
Not Available
Passive Entry Start
Not Available
-
Powered Tailgate
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
-
Roof Rack Compatibility
Not Available
-
Sonar
Not Available
-
Sound System
2
Not Available
Source Model Column
hiace
polo
Sport Plus Mode
Not Available
-
Sports Bar
Not Available
Not Available
Stabilizer Bar Front
Front
-
Steering Column Adjustment
Tilt
-
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
Not Available
Trim Level
base
flagship
Unlocking
Not Available
Not Available
Variant Role
Commercial utility derivative
Performance-focused derivative
Vdc
Standard
-
Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
Not Available
Vehicle To Load
Not Available
Not Available
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
Not Available
-
Walk Away Lock
Not Available
-
Wireless Charger
Not Available
Not Available
12V Accessory Socket
-
Standard
Front Power Outlet
-
Standard
Multi Function Steering
-
Standard
Skid Plates
-
Not Available
Power Socket 12v
-
Standard
Spec
Hiace
Polo
Engine
2.5-litre Turbocharged Diesel
Not Officially Disclosed
Engine Code
Market-specific engine family
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
2494 cc
2000 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
Turbocharged
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel System
Common Rail Direct Injection
Not Officially Disclosed
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
147 kW
Maximum Torque
260 Nm
320 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
Not Officially Disclosed
Transmission
5-Speed Manual
Not Officially Disclosed
Top Speed
150 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
0-100 km/h
18.0 sec
Not Officially Disclosed
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
117.9 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
125 Nm/tonne
256.6 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
Gearbox
5-Speed Manual
DCT
Drivetrain Layout
FR
4x2
LSD Available
No
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
No
Not Applicable
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
5
Not Applicable
Transmission Type
Manual
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Type
5-Speed Manual
DCT
Drivetrain
RWD/
4x2
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 Applicable
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
DCT
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
RWD
4x2
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transfer Case Guard
Not Available
Not Available
Transmission Speeds
5
Not Applicable
Spec
Hiace
Polo
Claimed Mileage
11.8 km/l
18.9 km/l
City Mileage
10.0 km/l
15.2 km/l
Highway Mileage
11.5 km/l
22.3 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
70 l
40 l
Emission Standard
Euro 4
Not Applicable
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
40
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
Airbags
2
6
ABS
Standard
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Not Available
Traction Control
Standard
Not Available
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Child Safety Lock
Standard
Not Available
ISOFIX Mounts
Not Available
Not Available
Brake Assist
Standard
Not Available
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Not Available
Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Not Available
Alarm System
Standard
-
Central Locking
Standard
-
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Not Available
Not Available
Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
Standard
AEB
Not Available
Not Available
BA
Standard
Not Available
Brake Override System
Not Available
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Not Available
Not Available
Driver Airbag
2
Not Available
EBD
Standard
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Not Available
Hill Hold
Not Available
Not Available
Passenger Airbag
2
Not Available
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
Not Available
TCS
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
-
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Not Available
ABS EBD
Standard
Standard
Anti Theft Alarm
Standard
-
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
2
-
Driver Passenger Airbags
2
-
ESC With Traction Control
Standard
-
Spec
Hiace
Polo
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
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Not Available
Front and 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
-
Auto Wipers
Not Available
Not Available
EV Mode
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors
Not Available
Standard
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
Not Available
Emergency Braking
Not Available
-
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Parking Distance Sensors
Not Available
-
Parking Sensor
Not Available
-
Pre-Collision System
Not Available
-
Rain Sensor Wipers
Not Available
-
Rear View Camera
Not Available
Standard
Reverse Camera Type
Not Available
-
Reversing Camera
Not Available
Standard
Surround View Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Spec
Hiace
Polo
Seat Material
Fabric
Cloth
Seat Adjustment
Manual
-
Heated Seats
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Ventilated Seats
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Steering Type
Hydraulic
Standard
Steering Adjustment
Tilt
-
Ambient Lighting
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Folding Rear Seats
Standard
-
Front Armrest
Not Available
Centre console
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Cup Holders
Standard
-
Rear USB Ports
1
-
Steering Wheel Material
Not Applicable
Standard
Instrument Cluster Type
Not Available
-
Interior Colour Options
2
Black
60 40 Split Seat
Standard
Not Applicable
Adjustable Driver Seat
Manual
-
Driver Seat Adjustment
Manual
Not Applicable
Fabric Seats
Fabric
Cloth
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Manual
Not Applicable
Armrest Front
Not Available
-
Driver Seat
Manual
-
Interior Courtesy Lamps
Commercial-focused interior, large cargo area, basic but durable fittings
Digital cockpit, infotainment screen, Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, quality cabin materials
Leather Accented Seat Trim
Fabric
-
Interior Colours
2
Black
Seat Fold Type
Standard
-
Seat Trim
Fabric
Cloth
Interior Trim Colour
-
Black
Floor Mats
-
Standard
Spec
Hiace
Polo
Infotainment System
6.8-inch Touchscreen
SYNC
Apple CarPlay
Not Available
Not Available
Android Auto
Not Available
Not Available
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Not Available
Number of Speakers
2
Not Available
Navigation System
Not Available
-
Digital Instrument Cluster
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
USB Ports
1
Not Available
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Not Available
Not Available
Wireless Android Auto
Not Available
Not Available
Voice Recognition
Not Available
-
Infotainment Screen Size
6.8-inch Touchscreen
SYNC
Infotainment Display
6.8-inch Touchscreen
-
Rear Usb
1
-
Audio Speakers
2
Not Available
Audio System
2
-
Display Audio
6.8-inch Touchscreen
-
Front Rear USB Charge Ports
1
-
Infotainment Screen
6.8-inch Touchscreen
SYNC
Multi Information Display
Not Available
-
Connected Services
Standard
SYNC
Voice Control
Not Available
-
Smartphone Connectivity
Not Available
-
Touchscreen
6.8-inch Touchscreen
SYNC
Spec
Hiace
Polo
LED Headlamps
Not Available
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Not Available
Fog Lamps
Not Available
Not Available
Roof Rails
Not Available
Not Available
Alloy Wheel Design
Not Available
-
Chrome Exterior Finish
Not Available
-
Rear Spoiler
Not Available
-
Exterior Colour Options
2
6
Roof Type
Not Available
-
Body Type
Van
Hatchback
DRL
Not Available
Not Available
Fog Lights
Not Available
-
Front Fog Lights
Not Available
-
Led Headlights
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Headlights
Not Available
-
Automatic Headlamps
Not Available
-
Daytime Running Lights
Not Available
Not Available
Electric Blind Sunroof
Not Available
-
Exterior Colour Options
2
6
Exterior Mirror Electric
Front Only
-
Front Fog Lamps
Not Available
Not Available
Headlamp Levelling
Not Available
-
Headlamps
Not Available
Not Available
Headlight Type
Not Available
Not Available
Headlights
Not Available
Not Available
Load Bed Liner
Not Available
Not Available
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Active Exhaust
Not Available
-
Rear Spoiler
Not Available
-
Spec
Hiace
Polo
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
133 mm
Ground Clearance Min
175 mm
133 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
Tyre Size
195/75 R16C
Not Available
Wheel Type
Not Available
-
Front Brake Type
Disc
Not Available
Rear Brake Type
Drum
Not Available
Spare Wheel Type
Full-Size
Not Available
Wheel Rim Size
Not Available
Not Available
Brake Type Front
Disc
-
Brake Type Rear
Drum
-
Spare Tyre
Full-Size
Not Available
Tyre Type
195/75 R16C
-
Autonomous Emergency Brake
Not Available
-
Brakes
Disc
-
Cornering Brake Control
Standard
-
Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
Not Available
Handbrake Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Hydraulic Brake Assist
Standard
-
Spare Wheel Size Type
Full-Size
-
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
Not Available
-
Tyre Pressure Display
Not Available
-
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
Not Available
Not Available
Wheel Material
Not Available
-
Wheels
Not Available
-
Leather Steering Wheel
-
Standard
Steering Wheel Trim
-
Standard
Spec
Hiace
Polo
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
Warranty Years
3 years / 100 000 km
3 years / 120 000 km
Warranty Kilometers
3 years / 100 000 km
3 years / 120 000 km
Roadside Assistance
3 Years
-
Basic Warranty
3 years / 100 000 km
3 years / 120 000 km
Roadside Assistance
3 Years
-
Warranty
3 years / 100 000 km
3 years / 120 000 km
Warranty Roadside Assistance
3 Years
-
Spec
Hiace
Polo
CO2 Emissions
209 g/km
121 g/km
Hybrid System Type
Not Available
Not Available
Fuel Octane Requirement
Diesel
Petrol
Euro Emission Standard
Euro 4
-
Idle CO2 Output
209
121
CO2 Emissions G Km
209
121
Particulate Filter
-
Not Available
Spec
Hiace
Polo
Real-world City Mileage Min
9.5 l/100km
-
Real-world City Mileage Max
12 l/100km
-
Real-world Highway Mileage Min
8.5 l/100km
-
Real-world Highway Mileage Max
10 l/100km
-
Owner Review Count
7
-
Spec
Hiace
Polo
Ownership Role
Base
South Africa market model
Price Zar
680900 ZAR
585800 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current listed price
Active local lineup
Starting Price
680900
585800
Starting Price Zar
680900
585800
In depth: how these cars differ
This Hiace and Polo 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 60.
Efficiency index: Hiace 48 vs Polo 71.
Safety-equipment index: Hiace 44 vs Polo 81.
Practicality index: Hiace 71 vs Polo 55.
Ownership-cover index: Hiace 43 vs Polo 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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A transparent comparison of published catalogue fields. This is not a road-test score, owner rating or editorial review rating, and it appears only when every vehicle clears the same comparable-data threshold.
Evidence / 100
Evidence-index readout
Polo leads by 17 points
Polo holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over Hiace.
Performance
Polo +23
Efficiency
Polo +23
Safety
Polo +37
Practicality
Hiace +16
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Polo
Performance
60/100
Efficiency
71/100
Safety
81/100
Practicality
55/100
Hiace
Performance
37/100
Efficiency
48/100
Safety
44/100
Practicality
71/100
Ownership
43/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexVolkswagen Polo
leads the specification evidence index with 66 pts
vs 49 pts for Hiace
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Polo leads. However, Hiace 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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