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Toyota Hilux Xtra Cab vs Volkswagen Taigo: the short answer
Hilux Xtra Cab holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over Taigo.
Hilux Xtra Cab starts ZAR 8,200 cheaperHilux Xtra Cab from ZAR 506,300 · Taigo from ZAR 514,500
Five key differences
Exact selected derivatives
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Specification
Hilux Xtra Cab
Taigo
Maximum Power
Hilux Xtra Cab150 kW @ 3000-3400 rpm
Taigo85 kW
Maximum Torque
Hilux Xtra Cab500 Nm @ 1600-2800 rpm
Taigo200 Nm
Engine Size
Hilux Xtra Cab2755 cc
Taigo1000 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
Hilux Xtra Cab13.2 km/l
Taigo16.1 km/l
Ground Clearance
Hilux Xtra Cab312 mm
Taigo168 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 Hilux Xtra Cab
2.8 GD-6 4X4 RAIDER X 6AT
Hagalu editorial rating
4.5/5★★★★★★★★★★
Desk research · Exact variant
Hagalu Editorial Team ·
Editorial assessment, not a customer rating. Not road-tested for this review.
Not yet rated means a complete review is not published; it does not mean the vehicle scored zero. Read the rating methodology.
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Specification evidence leader
Hilux Xtra Cab
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Stronger listed safety equipment
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Lower fuel efficiency
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished Practicality
Taigo
Strengths
Better fuel efficiency
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Fewer listed safety features
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published Efficiency
Which One's Right for You?
Hilux Xtra Cab
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Taigo
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
Hilux Xtra Cab
Taigo
Model Introduced Year
2026
Current local generation year not confirmed
Generation
Ninth-generation Hilux Xtra Cab launched in South Africa in 2026
Current South African Taigo listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
Facelift History
All-new ninth-generation South African model introduced in 2026
Model-year updates can affect trim, wheels, screens, safety equipment and colours. Use the latest South African price list when checking a specific vehicle.
Facelift Launched Since
2026
Original current-generation version
Facelift Version Ending
Current South African specification
Current
Body Style
Pickup
SUV
Model Year
2026
Current
Production Status
active
published
Segment
Bakkie
SUV
Vehicle Type
Light Commercial Vehicle
SUV
Color Note
-
Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering.
Dealer Stock Note
-
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Drivetrain Note
-
4x2 configuration for the local line-up
Tare Mass Kg
-
1220 kg
Spec
Hilux Xtra Cab
Taigo
Length
5320 mm
4266 mm
Width
1855 mm
1757 mm
Height
1860 mm
1515 mm
Wheelbase
3085 mm
2554 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
312 mm
168 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
185 mm
-
Fuel Tank Capacity
80 l
40 l
Boot/Cargo Space
1336.7 l
440 l
Kerb Weight
2080 kg
1220 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2900 kg
1710 kg
Payload Capacity
820 kg
-
Towing Capacity
3500 kg
-
Seating Capacity
2 seats
5 seats
Number of Rows
1 rows
-
Doors
2 doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
6.3 m
5.4 m
Front Headroom
1000 mm
-
Rear Headroom
Not Applicable
-
Front Legroom
1040 mm
-
Rear Legroom
Not Applicable
-
Spec
Hilux Xtra Cab
Taigo
Engine
2.8-litre Turbocharged Diesel
3-cylinder SI engine 1.0 l TSI, 85 kW
Engine Code
1GD-FTV
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
2755 cc
1000 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
15.6:1
Not Officially Disclosed
Bore
92 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
103.6 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
150 kW @ 3000-3400 rpm
85 kW
Maximum Torque
500 Nm @ 1600-2800 rpm
200 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
4WD
Not Officially Disclosed
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
Not Officially Disclosed
Top Speed
176 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
0-100 km/h
10.7 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
72.1 kW/tonne
69.7 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
240.4 Nm/tonne
163.9 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
Hilux Xtra Cab
Taigo
Gearbox
6-Speed Automatic
DCT
Drivetrain Layout
Front-engine, 4WD
4x2
LSD Available
Standard
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Two-speed transfer case
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Rear
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Not Available
Not Applicable
Final Drive Ratio
3.909:1
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
6
Not Applicable
Transmission Type
Automatic
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Clutch Type
Torque converter lock-up
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
Standard
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Type
Floor-mounted automatic selector
DCT
Drivetrain
Part-Time 4WD
4x2
4WD Engagement
Part-time selectable
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
Standard
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
Standard
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Electronic rotary selector
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Available
Not Applicable
Front Differential Lock
Not Available
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
Torque-converter automatic
DCT
Low Range Ratio
2.566:1
Not Applicable
Low Range
Standard
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
4WD
4x2
Rear Differential Lock
Standard
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
6
Not Applicable
Differential Type Front
-
Not Available
Differential Type Rear
-
Not Available
Transfer Case Guard
-
Not Available
Spec
Hilux Xtra Cab
Taigo
Claimed Mileage
13.2 km/l
16.1 km/l
City Mileage
12.2 km/l
13.0 km/l
Highway Mileage
14.5 km/l
19.0 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
80 l
40 l
Emission Standard
Euro 2 without OBD
Not Applicable
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Not Available
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
13.2 km/l
16.1 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
80
40
Combined Driving Range
1056
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
849 km
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
792 km
Not Applicable
Spec
Hilux Xtra Cab
Taigo
Airbags
7
6
ABS
Standard
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Not Available
Traction Control
Standard
Not Available
Hill Descent Control
Standard
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Not Available
Child Safety Lock
Not Applicable
Not Available
ISOFIX Mounts
Not Applicable
Not Available
Brake Assist
Standard
Not Available
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Not Available
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Front
Not Available
Front Parking Sensors
Standard
Standard
AEB
Standard
Not Available
BA
Standard
Not Available
Brake Override System
Standard
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Standard
Not Available
Driver Airbag
Standard
Not Available
EBD
Standard
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Not Available
Hill Hold
Standard
Not Available
Passenger Airbag
Standard
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Front ELR pretensioners and force limiters
Not Available
Seatbelt Reminder
Front
Not Available
Side Airbags
Standard
Not Available
Stability Control
Standard
Not Available
TCS
Standard
Not Available
Knee Airbag
Standard
Not Available
ABS EBD
Standard
Standard
Spec
Hilux Xtra Cab
Taigo
Cruise Control
All-speed adaptive
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Standard
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Standard
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Front and rear
Front and rear
Rear View Camera
Standard
Standard
360 Degree Camera
Standard
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Standard
Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Standard
Not Available
Auto Wipers
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors
Standard
Standard
Reverse Camera
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Park Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
Standard
Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
Standard
Not Available
EV Mode
-
Not Available
Rear View Camera
-
Standard
Reversing Camera
-
Standard
Spec
Hilux Xtra Cab
Taigo
Seat Material
Leather
Cloth
Heated Seats
Not Available
Not Applicable
Ventilated Seats
Not Available
Not Applicable
Ambient Lighting
Not Available
Not Applicable
Steering Wheel Material
Leather
Standard
60 40 Split Seat
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Driver Seat Adjustment
Power
Not Applicable
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Manual
Not Applicable
Seat Trim
Leather
Cloth
Steering Type
-
Standard
Front Armrest
-
Standard
Front Shoulder Room
-
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
-
Not Applicable
Interior Colour Options
-
Black
Fabric Seats
-
Cloth
Armrest Front
-
Standard
Interior Courtesy Lamps
-
Cabin trim, seating material, screen layout and driver-assistance equipment vary by derivative. Compare the chosen Taigo grade before assuming a feature is included.
Commercial, fleet, agricultural and leisure pickup
South Africa market model
Price Zar
842200 ZAR
581500 ZAR
Pricing Role
Flagship
Active local lineup
Starting Price
842200
581500
Starting Price Zar
842200
581500
Spec
Hilux Xtra Cab
Taigo
Warranty
3 years / 100 000 km
3 years / 120 000 km
Basic Warranty
3 years / 100 000 km
3 years / 120 000 km
In depth: how these cars differ
This Hilux Xtra Cab and Taigo 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: Hilux Xtra Cab 74 vs Taigo 36.
Efficiency index: Hilux Xtra Cab 52 vs Taigo 63.
Safety-equipment index: Hilux Xtra Cab 98 vs Taigo 81.
Practicality index: Hilux Xtra Cab 81 vs Taigo 66.
Ownership-cover index: Hilux Xtra Cab not separately scored vs Taigo 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
Hilux Xtra Cab leads by 17 points
Hilux Xtra Cab holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over Taigo.
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Hilux Xtra Cab
Performance
74/100
Efficiency
52/100
Safety
98/100
Practicality
81/100
Taigo
Performance
36/100
Efficiency
63/100
Safety
81/100
Practicality
66/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexToyota Hilux Xtra Cab
leads the specification evidence index with 78 pts
vs 61 pts for Taigo
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Hilux Xtra Cab leads. However, Taigo may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
Related comparisons
Continue with closely related South Africa models and comparable body styles.
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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