Hyundai i20 vs BMW i5
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.
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Hyundai i20
1.0T Fluid
Petrol
6-Speed Manual
Current
ZAR 328,900
ex-showroom
⚡ 74 kW
🔧 172 Nm
⛽ 14.5 km/l
VS
BMW i5
M60 xDrive Sedan
Electric
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
Current
ZAR 2,080,000
ex-showroom
⚡ 442 kW
🔧 795 Nm
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Decision summary
Hyundai i20 vs BMW i5: the short answer
i5 has a large lead in Hagalu's source-backed catalogue index over i20.
i20 starts ZAR 1,515,100 cheaper
i20 from ZAR 296,900 · i5 from ZAR 1,812,000
Five key differences
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| Specification | i20 | i5 |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | i2074 kW @ 5500 rpm | i5442 kW |
| Maximum Torque | i20172 Nm @ 1500 rpm | i5795 Nm |
| Engine Size | i20998 cc | i5Not Applicable |
| Combined Fuel Economy | i2014.5 km/l | i5Not Applicable |
| Ground Clearance | i20195 mm | i5140 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.
BMW i5
M60 xDrive Sedan
Hagalu editorial rating
3.9/5
★★★★★★★★★★
Desk research · Exact variant
Hagalu Editorial Team ·
Editorial assessment, not a customer rating. Not road-tested for this review.
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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
i20
Strengths
- Nothing stands out clearly here.
Weak Spots
- Less powerful engine setup
- Lower fuel efficiency
- Fewer listed safety features
- Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:
General Use
Specification evidence leader
i5
Strengths
- More powerful engine output
- Better fuel efficiency
- Stronger listed safety equipment
- Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
- No obvious weak spots to flag.
Best suited to:
Published Performance
Published Efficiency
Published Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
i20
- Buyers who prefer this derivative's confirmed specification mix
i5
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
- Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
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| Spec | i20 | i5 |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2008 | 2023 |
| Generation | Third generation i20 on the K2 platform; sold in SA with 1.0T three-cylinder turbo across all variants | G60 executive electric sedan sharing the 5 Series body architecture with dedicated electric propulsion. |
| Facelift History | Third generation launched globally in 2020 and arrived in SA shortly after; significant improvement over the second gen in styling, tech, and driving dynamics | Current G60-generation battery-electric i5 Sedan in South African specification. |
| Facelift Launched Since | 2020 | Original current-generation version |
| Facelift Version Ending | Current | Current |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Color Note | White, Black, Silver, Blue, Red, Yellow | - |
| Dealer Stock Note | Fluid grade in the South Africa lineup | - |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Production Status | active | active |
| Segment | Hatchback | Premium Sedan |
| Tare Mass Kg | 1135 kg | - |
| Vehicle Type | Hatchback | Car |
| Spec | i20 | i5 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4040 mm | 5060 mm |
| Width | 1775 mm | 1900 mm |
| Height | 1505 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2580 mm | 2995 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 195 mm | 140 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | Not Officially Disclosed | 125 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 l | 0 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 352 l | 490 l |
| Kerb Weight | 1135 kg | 2370 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 1610 kg | 2895 kg |
| Payload Capacity | 475 kg | 600 kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | 2000 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Rows | 2 rows | 2 rows |
| Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 5.2 m | 5.6 m |
| Front Headroom | Not Officially Disclosed | 985 mm |
| Rear Headroom | Not Officially Disclosed | 940 mm |
| Front Legroom | Not Officially Disclosed | 1047 mm |
| Rear Legroom | Not Officially Disclosed | 890 mm |
| Spec | i20 | i5 |
|---|---|---|
| Front Track Width | 1551 mm | - |
| Rear Track Width | 1565 mm | - |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Adaptive suspension Professional |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Adaptive suspension Professional |
| Chassis Type | Monocoque | - |
| Power Steering | Electric | - |
| Steering Column | Tilt | - |
| Front Spring Type | Coil | - |
| Rear Spring Type | Coil | - |
| Chassis Material | Monocoque | - |
| Front Suspension Type | MacPherson Strut | Adaptive suspension Professional |
| MagneRide Damping | Not Available | - |
| Rear Axle Type | Torsion Beam | - |
| Rear Suspension Type | Torsion Beam | Adaptive suspension Professional |
| Suspension | MacPherson Strut | - |
| Spec | i20 | i5 |
|---|---|---|
| Load Bed Length | Not Applicable | - |
| Load Bed Width | Not Applicable | - |
| Climate Control | Auto Climate Control | Standard |
| Power Windows | All | Standard |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Comfort Access |
| Push Button Start | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charging | Yes | Standard |
| Sunroof | Sunroof | Panoramic |
| Electric Tailgate | Not Available | Standard |
| Automatic Headlamps | Yes | - |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | No | Yes |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | No | - |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | 1165 l | - |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | 1165 l | - |
| Rear Window Defroster | Yes | - |
| Electric Mirror Folding | Power Adjustable | - |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | Yes | - |
| 12V Accessory Socket | 12V | - |
| AC Type | Auto Climate Control | Standard |
| Adaptive Dampers | Not Available | - |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | No | - |
| Boot Opener | Inside | - |
| Climate Zones | 1 | - |
| Door Ajar Warning | Yes | - |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | Yes | - |
| Engine Check Warning | Yes | - |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | Yes | - |
| Engine Start Stop | Yes | Yes |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Yes | Yes |
| Engine Warranty | 4 | - |
| Front Armrest | Yes | - |
| Front Power Outlet | Yes | - |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | 6.9 | - |
| Fuel Lid Opener | Inside | - |
| Glovebox Cooling | Yes | - |
| Headlamp Height Adjust | Manual | - |
| Headlamp Washer | No | - |
| Hill Start Assist | Yes | - |
| Panoramic Roof | Sunroof | Panoramic |
| Performance Data Logger | Not Available | - |
| Power Mirrors | Yes | - |
| Push Button Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Defogger | Yes | - |
| Rear Reading Lamps | Yes | - |
| Rear Seat Split | 60/40 Split | - |
| Rear Wing | Yes | - |
| Rev Matching | Not Available | - |
| Seat Type | Leather-Look | - |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | Yes | - |
| Service Reminder | Yes | - |
| Skid Plates | Not Available | - |
| Spare Wheel | Spare Wheel | Emergency spare wheel |
| Steering Mounted Controls | Yes | - |
| Tachometer | Yes | - |
| Tail Lamps | Yes | - |
| Telescopic Steering | No | - |
| Tilt Steering | Yes | - |
| Trip Computer | Yes | - |
| Vanity Mirror | Yes | - |
| Voice Command | Yes | - |
| Voice Command Support | Yes | - |
| Accelerator 0 100 | 11.0 sec | - |
| Air Conditioning | Auto Climate Control | Standard |
| Battery Preconditioning | Not Available | - |
| Bed Extender | Not Available | - |
| Bottle Holders | 4 | - |
| Canopy Fitment | Not Available | - |
| Centre Console | Yes | - |
| Common Rail Injection | Direct Injection | - |
| Diff Lock | No | - |
| Difflock | No | - |
| Digital Speedometer | Analogue + MID | - |
| Front Diff Lock | Not Available | - |
| Front Wiper | Yes | - |
| Front Wipers Type | Yes | - |
| Glove Box | Yes | - |
| Intelligent Battery System | Not Available | - |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | Yes | - |
| Load Bed Cover | Not Available | - |
| Load Bed Light | Not Available | - |
| Load Bed Steps | Not Available | - |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | Not Available | - |
| Loadbox Length Mm | Not Applicable | - |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | Not Available | - |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | Not Available | - |
| Loadbox Width Mm | Not Applicable | - |
| Manual Aircon | Auto Climate Control | - |
| Mirror | Power Adjustable | - |
| One Pedal Driving | Not Available | - |
| Passive Entry Start | Yes | - |
| Power Socket 12v | 12V | - |
| Reading Lights Rear | Yes | - |
| Rear Air Conditioning | No | - |
| Rear Diff Lock | Not Available | - |
| Rear Electric Motor | Not Available | - |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | Yes | - |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | No | - |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | Not Available | - |
| Remote Central Locking | Yes | - |
| Remote Side Mirror | Power Adjustable | - |
| Rim Size | 16 | 19" M Lt/Aly wheels Double-spoke style 935 M Bicolour Black Grey / MT |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | No | - |
| Sonar | Front & Rear | - |
| Sound System | 8 Bose Premium | 6 |
| Source Model Column | i20 | - |
| Sport Plus Mode | Not Available | - |
| Sports Bar | Not Available | - |
| Steering Column Adjustment | Tilt & Telescopic | - |
| Sub Frame | Monocoque | - |
| Tailgate Damper | Not Available | - |
| Tailgate Lock | Not Available | - |
| Tow Bar Type | Not Available | - |
| TPMS | Yes | Standard |
| Trim Level | fluid | - |
| Unlocking | Yes | Comfort Access |
| Vanity Mirror Illuminated | Yes | - |
| Variant Role | Mid-to-high value derivative | - |
| Vdc | Yes | - |
| Vehicle To Grid | Not Available | - |
| Vehicle To Load | Not Available | - |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | Yes | - |
| Walk Away Lock | Yes | - |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Standard |
| Spec | i20 | i5 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1-litre Turbocharged Petrol | BMW eDrive electric drive |
| Engine Code | G3LE | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Electric |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 998 cc | Not Applicable |
| Cylinders | 3 | Not Applicable |
| Cylinder Layout | Inline | Not Applicable |
| Valves | 12 | Not Applicable |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 | Not Applicable |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | Not Applicable |
| Fuel System | Direct Injection | Not Applicable |
| Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | Not Applicable |
| Bore | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Stroke | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Maximum Power | 74 kW @ 5500 rpm | 442 kW |
| Maximum Torque | 172 Nm @ 1500 rpm | 795 Nm |
| Combined Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Combined Torque | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Motor Type | Not Applicable | Permanent-magnet synchronous motor |
| Number of Motors | Not Applicable | 2 |
| Motor Location | Not Applicable | Front and rear axles |
| Drive Type | FWD | AWD |
| Transmission | 6-Speed Manual | Single-Speed Reduction Gear |
| Top Speed | 185 km/h | 250 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 11.0 sec | 3.8 sec |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | 12.2 sec |
| Drive Modes | Eco, Normal | Eco, Comfort, Sport |
| Launch Control | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Rev Limiter | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 65.2 kW/tonne | 100 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 151.5 Nm/tonne | 220 Nm/tonne |
| Battery Capacity | Not Applicable | 1 kWh |
| Usable Battery Capacity | Not Applicable | 64.8 kWh |
| Battery Type | Not Applicable | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Voltage | Not Applicable | 400 V |
| Electric Range | Not Applicable | 469 km (BMW stated) |
| AC Charging Power | Not Applicable | 11 kW |
| DC Charging Power | Not Applicable | 130 kW |
| AC Charging Time | Not Applicable | 6 h 30 min |
| DC Charging Time | Not Applicable | 30 min |
| Regenerative Braking | Not Applicable | Yes |
| Spec | i20 | i5 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Position | Front | - |
| Gearbox | iMT 6-speed Intelligent Manual | Single-Speed Reduction Gear |
| Drivetrain Layout | FWD | All-wheel drive |
| LSD Available | No | Not Applicable |
| Transfer Case | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Differential Lock | No | Not Applicable |
| Paddle Shifters | No | Yes |
| Final Drive Ratio | Not Applicable | Yes |
| Number of Gears | 7 | 1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Clutch Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Yes | Yes |
| Gear Shift Type | iMT 6-speed Intelligent Manual | Automatic selector |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive | AWD |
| 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 | Yes |
| Differential Type Front | Not Available | - |
| Differential Type Rear | Not Available | - |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Gearbox Type | iMT 6-speed Intelligent Manual | Single-speed reduction gear |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Axle Layout | Front-Wheel Drive | Yes |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Transfer Case Guard | Not Available | - |
| Transmission Speeds | 7 | 1 |
| Spec | i20 | i5 |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 14.5 km/l | Not Applicable |
| City Mileage | 11.7 km/l | Not Applicable |
| Highway Mileage | 17.1 km/l | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 l | 0 l |
| Emission Standard | Euro 6 | Euro 6 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Auto Start Stop | No | Not Applicable |
| Distance To Empty | Yes | - |
| Low Fuel Warning | Yes | - |
| Real-world Mileage | 14.5 km/l | Not Applicable |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | CCS Combo |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | AC and DC |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 40 | 0 |
| Combined Driving Range | Not Applicable | 469-524 km (BMW stated) |
| Electric Consumption | Not Applicable | 16.6–18.5 |
| Range Real World Highway | Not Applicable | 360 km |
| Range Real World Mixed | Not Applicable | 420 km |
| Spec | i20 | i5 |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 6 | 6 |
| ABS | Yes | Standard |
| Electronic Stability Control | Yes | Standard |
| Traction Control | Yes | Standard |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Yes |
| Hill Start Assist | Yes | Standard |
| Child Safety Lock | Yes | Standard |
| ISOFIX Mounts | Yes | Standard |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Yes | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Standard |
| Alarm System | Yes | - |
| Central Locking | Yes | - |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Yes | Standard |
| Speed Alert System | Yes | - |
| Front Parking Sensors | Front & Rear | Yes |
| Safety Rating | Not Rated (SA) | - |
| AEB | No | Yes |
| BA | Yes | Standard |
| Brake Override System | Not Available | Yes |
| Curtain Airbags | Yes | Yes |
| Driver Airbag | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Standard |
| Hill Hold | Yes | Standard |
| Passenger Airbag | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Yes | Yes |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Yes | Yes |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Yes | Standard |
| Side Airbags | Yes | Yes |
| Stability Control | Yes | Standard |
| TCS | Yes | Standard |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Yes | - |
| Knee Airbag | Not Available | Yes |
| ABS EBD | Yes | Standard |
| Anti Theft Alarm | Yes | - |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | 6 | - |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | 6 | - |
| ESC With Traction Control | Yes | - |
| Spec | i20 | i5 |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Lane Keep Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Lane Departure Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Yes | Yes |
| Parking Sensors | Front & Rear | Yes |
| Rear View Camera | Yes | Yes |
| 360 Degree Camera | Not Available | Yes |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | No | Yes |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Not Available | Yes |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | No | Yes |
| Auto Highbeam | Not Available | Yes |
| Auto Lights | Yes | - |
| Auto Wipers | No | Yes |
| Eco Mode | Yes | - |
| EV Mode | No | - |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Front & Rear | Yes |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Sport Mode | No | - |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Park Assist | Not Available | Parking Assist Professional |
| Around View Monitor | Not Available | Yes |
| Blind Spot Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Emergency Braking | No | - |
| Forward Collision Warning | Not Available | Yes |
| Parking Distance Sensors | Front & Rear | - |
| Parking Sensor | Front & Rear | - |
| Pre-Collision System | Yes | - |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | No | - |
| Rear View Camera | Yes | - |
| Reverse Camera Type | Yes | - |
| Reversing Camera | Yes | - |
| Spec | i20 | i5 |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Leather-Look | BMW Individual leather 'Merino' - Black/Atlas Grey |
| Seat Adjustment | Manual | - |
| Heated Seats | Front | Front and rear |
| Ventilated Seats | No | Front |
| Steering Type | Electric | - |
| Steering Adjustment | Tilt & Telescopic | - |
| Ambient Lighting | Yes | Standard |
| Folding Rear Seats | 60/40 Split | - |
| Front Armrest | Yes | - |
| Rear Armrest | No | - |
| Front Shoulder Room | Not Applicable | - |
| Rear Shoulder Room | Not Applicable | - |
| Cup Holders | 4 | - |
| Rear AC Vents | No | - |
| Rear USB Ports | 2 USB-A + 1 USB-C | - |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather | Steering wheel M Leather |
| Instrument Cluster Type | Analogue + MID | - |
| Interior Colour Options | Black | - |
| Door Map Pockets | Yes | - |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Yes | Yes |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | Manual | - |
| Adjustable Front Seat | Manual | - |
| Cooled Seats | No | - |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Manual | Electric multi-way |
| Fabric Seats | Yes | - |
| Front Headrest | Yes | - |
| Leather Seats | No | - |
| Memory Seats | No | - |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | Manual | Electric multi-way |
| Rear Headrest | Yes | - |
| Armrest Front | Yes | - |
| Armrest Rear | No | - |
| Boot Space Seats Down | 1165 | - |
| Driver Seat | Manual | - |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | 8-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on Fluid, digital instrument cluster, sporty flat-bottom steering wheel, quality-feeling interior | - |
| Interior Trim Colour | Black | - |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | Leather-Look | - |
| Interior Colours | Black | - |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | No | - |
| Seat Belt Warning | Yes | - |
| Seat Fold Type | 60/40 Split | - |
| Seat Trim | Leather-Look | Yes |
| Spec | i20 | i5 |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen | Yes |
| Apple CarPlay | Yes | Yes |
| Android Auto | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Yes | Yes |
| Number of Speakers | 8 Bose Premium | 6 |
| Navigation System | Yes | - |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | BMW Live Cockpit Professional (includes head-up display) |
| USB Ports | 2 USB-A + 1 USB-C | 2 |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Android Auto | Yes | Yes |
| FM Radio | Yes | - |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Yes | - |
| Voice Recognition | Yes | - |
| AUX Input | Yes | - |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 10.25-inch Touchscreen | 14.9 |
| Audio Controls On Steering | Yes | - |
| Infotainment Display | Touchscreen | - |
| Rear Usb | Yes | - |
| Audio | Yes | - |
| Audio Speakers | 8 Bose Premium | 6 |
| Audio System | Yes | - |
| Display Audio | 10.25-inch Touchscreen | - |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | 2 USB-A + 1 USB-C | - |
| Infotainment Screen | 10.25-inch Touchscreen | 14.9 |
| Multi Information Display | Analogue + MID | - |
| Connected Services | Yes | - |
| Voice Control | Yes | - |
| Smartphone Connectivity | Yes | - |
| Radio | Yes | - |
| Touchscreen | 10.25-inch Touchscreen | 14.9 |
| Spec | i20 | i5 |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | Yes | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lamps | LED | Standard |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | No | Yes |
| Alloy Wheel Design | 17-inch Alloy | - |
| Rear Spoiler | Yes | - |
| Exterior Colour Options | Polar White, Aurora Grey, Phantom Black, Fiery Red | Multiple manufacturer colours |
| Roof Type | Sunroof | - |
| Wing Mirror Type | Power Adjustable | - |
| Rear Wiper | Yes | - |
| Door Handle Finish | Body Coloured | - |
| Body Type | Hatchback | - |
| DRL | LED | Standard |
| Fog Lights | Yes | - |
| Front Fog Lights | Yes | - |
| Led Headlights | Yes | Standard |
| Led Taillights | Yes | - |
| Auto Headlights | Yes | - |
| Automatic Headlamps | Yes | - |
| Daytime Running Lights | LED | Standard |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | Sunroof | - |
| Exterior Colour Options | 6 | - |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | Body Coloured | - |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | Yes | - |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | Power Adjustable | - |
| Front Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlamp Levelling | Yes | - |
| Headlamps | Yes | Standard |
| Headlight Type | Yes | Standard |
| Headlights | Yes | Standard |
| Load Bed Liner | Not Available | - |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Sunroof | Yes |
| Active Exhaust | Not Available | - |
| Rear Spoiler | Yes | - |
| Spec | i20 | i5 |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | - | Not Applicable |
| Departure Angle | - | Not Applicable |
| Wading Depth | - | Not Applicable |
| Terrain Modes | Not Available | Not Applicable |
| Locking Differential | No | Not Applicable |
| Underbody Protection | Not Available | - |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | 20 deg | - |
| 4WD System Type | Not Applicable | All-wheel drive |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Yes |
| Ramp-over Angle | 20 deg | - |
| Approach Angle Deg | - | - |
| Breakover Angle | 20 deg | Not Applicable |
| Departure Angle Deg | - | - |
| Energy Recovery Display | Not Available | - |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | Not Available | - |
| Ground Clearance Max | 195 mm | - |
| Ground Clearance Min | 195 mm | - |
| Off Road Descent Control | Not Available | - |
| Off Road Traction Assist | Not Available | - |
| Crawl Control | Not Available | - |
| Rear Skid Plate Guard | Not Available | - |
| Skid Plates Fuel Tank | Not Available | - |
| Skid Plates Transfer Case | Not Available | - |
| Terrain Mode Mud | Not Available | - |
| Terrain Mode Normal | Not Available | - |
| Terrain Mode Rock | Not Available | - |
| Terrain Mode Sand | Not Available | - |
| Terrain Mode Snow | Not Available | - |
| Terrain Response System | Not Available | - |
| Underbody Camera | Not Available | - |
| Wading Depth Mm | - | - |
| Spec | i20 | i5 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 205/45 R17 | 225/50 R18 |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy | - |
| Front Brake Type | Disc | M Sport brakes, red high gloss |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc | M Sport brakes, red high gloss |
| Spare Wheel Type | Spare Wheel | Emergency spare wheel |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | 256 mm | - |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | 262 mm | - |
| Parking Brake Type | Manual | - |
| Tyre Load Index | 91 | - |
| Tyre Speed Rating | H | - |
| Wheel Rim Size | 16 | 19" M Lt/Aly wheels Double-spoke style 935 M Bicolour Black Grey / MT |
| Brake Type Front | Disc (Ventilated) | - |
| Brake Type Rear | Disc | - |
| Spare Tyre | Spare Wheel | Emergency spare wheel |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless Radial | - |
| Wheel Diameter | 16 | 19" M Lt/Aly wheels Double-spoke style 935 M Bicolour Black Grey / MT |
| Auto Brake Hold | Manual | - |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | No | - |
| Brakes | Disc | - |
| Cornering Brake Control | Yes | - |
| Electric Park Brake | Manual | - |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | Yes | - |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | Not Available | - |
| Handbrake Type | Manual | Electronic |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | Yes | - |
| Leather Steering Wheel | Leather | - |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | Spare Wheel | - |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Yes | - |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | Yes | - |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | Yes | - |
| Steering Wheel Trim | Leather | - |
| Tyre Pressure Display | Yes | - |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Yes | Standard |
| Wheel Material | 17-inch Alloy | - |
| Wheel Size Type | 16 | - |
| Wheels | 17-inch Alloy | - |
| Spec | i20 | i5 |
|---|---|---|
| Service Interval | 15000 km / 12 months | - |
| Battery Warranty | 4 | - |
| Maintenance Plan | 3 Years / 45000 km | - |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 3.6 l | - |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | 15000 | - |
| First Service At | 15000 | - |
| Service Plan Duration | 3 Years / 45000 km | 5 years / 100000 km BMW Motorplan |
| Service Plan Distance | 3 Years / 45000 km | 5 years / 100000 km BMW Motorplan |
| Alternator | 120A | - |
| Service Plan | 3 Years / 45000 km | 5 years / 100000 km BMW Motorplan |
| Service Intervals | 15000 km / 12 months | - |
| Accessory Battery Type | Lead-acid | - |
| Spec | i20 | i5 |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty Years | 5 | Yes |
| Warranty Kilometers | 5 | Yes |
| Roadside Assistance | 5 Years | - |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | 5 Years | - |
| Basic Warranty | 5 | Yes |
| Roadside Assistance | 5 Years | - |
| Warranty | 5 | Yes |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | 5 Years | - |
| Spec | i20 | i5 |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 110 g/km | 0 g/km |
| Start Stop System | No | - |
| Hybrid System Type | Not Available | - |
| Variable Valve Timing | Yes | - |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | Unleaded 95 | - |
| Particulate Filter | Not Available | - |
| Euro Emission Standard | Euro 6 | - |
| Idle CO2 Output | 110 | - |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | Yes | - |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | 110 | - |
| Spec | i20 | i5 |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Fluid | Private, business and fleet |
| Price Zar | 328900 ZAR | 2080000 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Current listed price | Current recommended retail price |
| Starting Price | 328900 | 2080000 |
| Starting Price Zar | 328900 | 2080000 |
In depth: how these cars differ
This i20 and i5 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: i20 37 vs i5 100.
Efficiency index: i20 59 vs i5 90.
Safety-equipment index: i20 84 vs i5 92.
Practicality index: i20 61 vs i5 64.
Ownership-cover index: i20 65 vs i5 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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Specification Evidence Index
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-index readout
i5 leads by 26 points
i5 has a large lead in Hagalu's source-backed catalogue index over i20.
Evidence leader
87
/100
Lead
26
points
Data
69%
source coverage
87
#1
Evidence leader
i5
69% source coverage
3 strong categories
Best at
Performance 100
Check
Practicality 64
Performance
100
Efficiency
90
Safety
92
Practicality
64
Leads by 26 points
61
#2
i20
93% source coverage
1 strong categories
Best at
Safety 84
Check
Performance 37
Performance
37
Efficiency
59
Safety
84
Practicality
61
Ownership
65
Performance 24%
Safety 22%
Practicality 22%
Efficiency 17%
Ownership 15%
Category leaders
What moves the verdict
Performance
i5 +63
Efficiency
i5 +31
Safety
i5 +8
Practicality
i5 +3
Large difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
i5
Performance
100/100
Efficiency
90/100
Safety
92/100
Practicality
64/100
i20
Performance
37/100
Efficiency
59/100
Safety
84/100
Practicality
61/100
Ownership
65/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
BMW i5
leads the specification evidence index with 87 pts
vs 61 pts for i20
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, i5 leads. However, i20 may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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i20 vs i5 questions
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.