Hyundai i20 vs Toyota Land Cruiser 300
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
Toyota Land Cruiser 300
3.3D VX-R 4x4 Automatic
Diesel
10-Speed Automatic
Current
ZAR 2,149,900
ex-showroom
⚡ 227 kW
🔧 700 Nm
⛽ 9.4 km/l
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Add a 3rd car
Decision summary
Hyundai i20 vs Toyota Land Cruiser 300: the short answer
Land Cruiser 300 holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over i20.
i20 starts ZAR 1,553,000 cheaper
i20 from ZAR 296,900 · Land Cruiser 300 from ZAR 1,849,900
Five key differences
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| Specification | i20 | Land Cruiser 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | i2074 kW @ 5500 rpm | Land Cruiser 300227 kW |
| Maximum Torque | i20172 Nm @ 1500 rpm | Land Cruiser 300700 Nm |
| Engine Size | i20998 cc | Land Cruiser 3003346 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | i2014.5 km/l | Land Cruiser 3009.4 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | i20195 mm | Land Cruiser 300235 mm |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
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Toyota Land Cruiser 300
3.3D VX-R 4x4 Automatic
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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
i20
Strengths
- Better fuel efficiency
- Stronger published ownership cover
Weak Spots
- Less powerful engine setup
- Fewer listed safety features
- Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:
Published Efficiency
Specification evidence leader
Land Cruiser 300
Strengths
- More powerful engine output
- Stronger listed safety equipment
- Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
- Lower fuel efficiency
- Lower published ownership cover
Best suited to:
Published Performance
Published Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
i20
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published warranty or service cover
Land Cruiser 300
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
- 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 | Land Cruiser 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2008 | 2021 |
| Generation | Third generation i20 on the K2 platform; sold in SA with 1.0T three-cylinder turbo across all variants | 300-series Land Cruiser on latest LGAA platform |
| 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 | New generation introduced in 2021 with complete redesign |
| Facelift Launched Since | 2020 | 2021 |
| Facelift Version Ending | Current | Current |
| Body Style | Hatchback | SUV |
| Color Note | White, Black, Silver, Blue, Red, Yellow | White, Black, Silver, Grey, Dark Blue, Bronze |
| Dealer Stock Note | Fluid grade in the South Africa lineup | Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Production Status | active | active |
| Segment | Hatchback | SUV |
| Tare Mass Kg | 1135 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Drivetrain Note | - | Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 3.3D VX-R 4x4 Automatic |
| Spec | i20 | Land Cruiser 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4040 mm | 4985 mm |
| Width | 1775 mm | 1980 mm |
| Height | 1505 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 195 mm | 235 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | Not Officially Disclosed | 125 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 l | 110 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 352 l | 309 l |
| Kerb Weight | 1135 kg | 2430 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 1610 kg | 3300 kg |
| Payload Capacity | 475 kg | 870 kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | 3500 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Rows | 2 rows | 3 rows |
| Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 5.2 m | 6 m |
| Front Headroom | Not Officially Disclosed | 1010 mm |
| Rear Headroom | Not Officially Disclosed | 957 mm |
| Front Legroom | Not Officially Disclosed | 1105 mm |
| Rear Legroom | Not Officially Disclosed | 900 mm |
| Spec | i20 | Land Cruiser 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Front Track Width | 1551 mm | 1675 mm |
| Rear Track Width | 1565 mm | 1675 mm |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbone with KDSS |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Lateral Rod with KDSS |
| Chassis Type | Monocoque | Ladder Frame |
| Power Steering | Electric | Power Rack and Pinion |
| Steering Column | Tilt | Power Tilt and Telescopic |
| Front Spring Type | Coil | Double Wishbone with KDSS |
| Rear Spring Type | Coil | Lateral Rod with KDSS |
| Chassis Material | Monocoque | Ladder Frame |
| Front Suspension Type | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbone with KDSS |
| MagneRide Damping | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rear Axle Type | Torsion Beam | Lateral Rod with KDSS |
| Rear Suspension Type | Torsion Beam | Lateral Rod with KDSS |
| Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbone with KDSS |
| Spec | i20 | Land Cruiser 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Load Bed Length | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Climate Control | Auto Climate Control | Quad-Zone Automatic |
| Power Windows | All | All Doors |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Smart Entry |
| Push Button Start | Yes | Standard |
| Wireless Charging | Yes | Standard |
| Sunroof | Sunroof | Standard |
| Electric Tailgate | Not Available | Power |
| Automatic Headlamps | Yes | Standard |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | No | Standard |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | No | Standard |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | 1165 l | 309 l |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | 1165 l | 309 l |
| Rear Window Defroster | Yes | - |
| Electric Mirror Folding | Power Adjustable | - |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | Yes | - |
| 12V Accessory Socket | 12V | - |
| AC Type | Auto Climate Control | Quad-Zone Automatic |
| Adaptive Dampers | Not Available | Not Available |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | No | Standard |
| Boot Opener | Inside | - |
| Climate Zones | 1 | Quad-Zone Automatic |
| Door Ajar Warning | Yes | - |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | Yes | All Doors |
| Engine Check Warning | Yes | - |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | Yes | Standard |
| Engine Start Stop | Yes | Standard |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Yes | Standard |
| Engine Warranty | 4 | Not Applicable |
| Front Armrest | Yes | Standard |
| Front Power Outlet | Yes | - |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | 6.9 | 10.6 |
| Fuel Lid Opener | Inside | - |
| Glovebox Cooling | Yes | - |
| Headlamp Height Adjust | Manual | - |
| Headlamp Washer | No | - |
| Hill Start Assist | Yes | Standard |
| Panoramic Roof | Sunroof | Standard |
| Performance Data Logger | Not Available | Not Available |
| Power Mirrors | Yes | All Doors |
| Push Button Start | Yes | Standard |
| Rear Defogger | Yes | - |
| Rear Reading Lamps | Yes | - |
| Rear Seat Split | 60/40 Split | 60/40 Split |
| Rear Wing | Yes | Not Available |
| Rev Matching | Not Available | Not Available |
| Seat Type | Leather-Look | Premium Leather |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | Yes | - |
| Service Reminder | Yes | - |
| Skid Plates | Not Available | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Spare Wheel | Spare Wheel | Full Size Alloy |
| Steering Mounted Controls | Yes | - |
| Tachometer | Yes | - |
| Tail Lamps | Yes | - |
| Telescopic Steering | No | Power Tilt and Telescopic |
| Tilt Steering | Yes | Power Tilt and Telescopic |
| Trip Computer | Yes | - |
| Vanity Mirror | Yes | - |
| Voice Command | Yes | Standard |
| Voice Command Support | Yes | Standard |
| Accelerator 0 100 | 11.0 sec | 7.5 sec |
| Air Conditioning | Auto Climate Control | Quad-Zone Automatic |
| Battery Preconditioning | Not Available | Not Available |
| Bed Extender | Not Available | Not Available |
| Bottle Holders | 4 | - |
| Canopy Fitment | Not Available | Not Available |
| Centre Console | Yes | Standard |
| Common Rail Injection | Direct Injection | Common Rail Direct Injection |
| Diff Lock | No | Centre + Rear Lock |
| Difflock | No | Centre + Rear Lock |
| Digital Speedometer | Analogue + MID | 12.3-inch Full Digital |
| Front Diff Lock | Not Available | - |
| Front Wiper | Yes | - |
| Front Wipers Type | Yes | - |
| Glove Box | Yes | - |
| Intelligent Battery System | Not Available | Not Available |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | Yes | Smart Entry |
| 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 | Auto Climate Control | Quad-Zone Automatic |
| Mirror | Power Adjustable | All Doors |
| One Pedal Driving | Not Available | Not Available |
| Passive Entry Start | Yes | Smart Entry |
| Power Socket 12v | 12V | - |
| Reading Lights Rear | Yes | - |
| Rear Air Conditioning | No | - |
| Rear Diff Lock | Not Available | - |
| Rear Electric Motor | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | Yes | - |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | No | Standard |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | Not Available | Not Available |
| Remote Central Locking | Yes | Smart Entry |
| Remote Side Mirror | Power Adjustable | - |
| Rim Size | 16 | 21-inch Premium Alloy |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | No | Standard |
| Sonar | Front & Rear | Front and Rear |
| Sound System | 8 Bose Premium | 15 |
| Source Model Column | i20 | land-cruiser-300 |
| Sport Plus Mode | Not Available | Not Available |
| Sports Bar | Not Available | Not Available |
| Steering Column Adjustment | Tilt & Telescopic | Power Tilt and Telescopic |
| Sub Frame | Monocoque | Ladder Frame |
| Tailgate Damper | Not Available | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | Not Available | Not Available |
| Tow Bar Type | Not Available | Not Available |
| TPMS | Yes | Standard |
| Trim Level | fluid | flagship |
| Unlocking | Yes | Smart Entry |
| Vanity Mirror Illuminated | Yes | - |
| Variant Role | Mid-to-high value derivative | Flagship / premium derivative |
| Vdc | Yes | Standard with KDSS |
| Vehicle To Grid | Not Available | Not Available |
| Vehicle To Load | Not Available | Not Available |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | Yes | Smart Entry |
| Walk Away Lock | Yes | Smart Entry |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Standard |
| Lift Gate | - | Power |
| Powered Tailgate | - | Power |
| Side Impact Bars | - | Standard |
| Surround View Monitor | Not Available | Standard |
| Trailer Stability Assist | - | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Trailer Sway Control | - | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Spec | i20 | Land Cruiser 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1-litre Turbocharged Petrol | 3.3-litre Twin Turbocharged Diesel |
| Engine Code | G3LE | Market-specific engine family |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Diesel |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 998 cc | 3346 cc |
| Cylinders | 3 | 6 |
| Cylinder Layout | Inline | Inline |
| Valves | 12 | 24 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | Twin Turbocharged |
| Fuel System | Direct Injection | Common Rail Direct Injection |
| Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 15.4:1 |
| Bore | Not Officially Disclosed | 82.0 mm |
| Stroke | Not Officially Disclosed | 94.6 mm |
| Maximum Power | 74 kW @ 5500 rpm | 227 kW |
| Maximum Torque | 172 Nm @ 1500 rpm | 700 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 | FWD | 4WD |
| Transmission | 6-Speed Manual | 10-Speed Automatic |
| Top Speed | 185 km/h | 210 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 11.0 sec | 7.5 sec |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | 15.5 sec |
| Drive Modes | Eco, Normal | Eco, Comfort, Sport |
| Launch Control | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Rev Limiter | Not Officially Disclosed | 4800 rpm |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 65.2 kW/tonne | 93.4 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 151.5 Nm/tonne | 288.1 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 | i20 | Land Cruiser 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Position | Front | Front Longitudinal |
| Gearbox | iMT 6-speed Intelligent Manual | 10-Speed Automatic |
| Drivetrain Layout | FWD | Full-Time 4WD with Crawl Control |
| LSD Available | No | Torsen LSD |
| Transfer Case | Not Applicable | Multi-Terrain Select |
| Differential Lock | No | Centre + Rear Lock |
| Paddle Shifters | No | Standard |
| Final Drive Ratio | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Number of Gears | 7 | 4 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Clutch Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Yes | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Type | iMT 6-speed Intelligent Manual | 10-Speed Automatic |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive | 4WD / AWD |
| 4WD Engagement | Not Applicable | Available |
| 4WD Hi Range | Not Applicable | Available |
| 4WD Lo Range | Not Applicable | Available where 4WD low range is fitted |
| 4WD Selector | Not Applicable | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | No | Standard |
| Differential Type Front | Not Available | - |
| Differential Type Rear | Not Available | - |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Gearbox Type | iMT 6-speed Intelligent Manual | 10-Speed Automatic |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | Not Applicable | Available where 4WD low range is fitted |
| Axle Layout | Front-Wheel Drive | 4WD |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Transfer Case Guard | Not Available | - |
| Transmission Speeds | 7 | 4 |
| Drive Mode Selector | - | 4WD/off-road drive mode support |
| Spec | i20 | Land Cruiser 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 14.5 km/l | 9.4 km/l |
| City Mileage | 11.7 km/l | 8.7 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | 17.1 km/l | 10 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 l | 110 l |
| Emission Standard | Euro 6 | Euro 5 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Auto Start Stop | No | Standard |
| Distance To Empty | Yes | - |
| Low Fuel Warning | Yes | - |
| Real-world Mileage | 14.5 km/l | 9.4 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 40 | 110 |
| 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 | i20 | Land Cruiser 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 6 | 10 |
| ABS | Yes | Standard |
| Electronic Stability Control | Yes | Standard with KDSS |
| Traction Control | Yes | Standard |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Crawl Control |
| 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 | Standard |
| Central Locking | Yes | Standard |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Yes | Not Available |
| Speed Alert System | Yes | - |
| Front Parking Sensors | Front & Rear | Front and Rear |
| Safety Rating | Not Rated (SA) | - |
| AEB | No | Standard |
| BA | Yes | Standard |
| Brake Override System | Not Available | Not Available |
| Curtain Airbags | Yes | Not Available |
| Driver Airbag | Yes | 10 |
| EBD | Yes | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Standard |
| Hill Hold | Yes | Standard |
| Passenger Airbag | Yes | 10 |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Yes | Standard |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Yes | Not Available |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Yes | Not Available |
| Side Airbags | Yes | Not Available |
| Stability Control | Yes | Standard with KDSS |
| TCS | Yes | Standard |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Yes | Standard |
| Knee Airbag | Not Available | Not Available |
| ABS EBD | Yes | Standard |
| Anti Theft Alarm | Yes | Standard |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | 6 | 10 |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | 6 | 10 |
| ESC With Traction Control | Yes | Standard with KDSS |
| Side Impact Beams | - | Standard |
| Spec | i20 | Land Cruiser 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Yes | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Yes | Standard |
| Lane Keep Assist | Yes | Standard |
| Lane Departure Warning | Yes | Standard |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Yes | Standard |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Yes | Standard |
| Parking Sensors | Front & Rear | Front and Rear |
| Rear View Camera | Yes | Standard |
| 360 Degree Camera | Not Available | Standard |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | No | Standard |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Not Available | Standard |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | No | Standard |
| Auto Highbeam | Not Available | Not Available |
| Auto Lights | Yes | Standard |
| Auto Wipers | No | Standard |
| Eco Mode | Yes | - |
| EV Mode | No | Not Available |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Front & Rear | Front and Rear |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Standard |
| Sport Mode | No | - |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Yes | Standard |
| Park Assist | Not Available | Not Available |
| Around View Monitor | Not Available | Standard |
| Blind Spot Warning | Yes | Standard |
| Emergency Braking | No | Standard |
| Forward Collision Warning | Not Available | Not Available |
| Parking Distance Sensors | Front & Rear | Front and Rear |
| Parking Sensor | Front & Rear | Front and Rear |
| Pre-Collision System | Yes | Standard |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | No | Standard |
| Rear View Camera | Yes | Standard |
| Reverse Camera Type | Yes | Standard |
| Reversing Camera | Yes | Standard |
| Surround View Camera | Not Available | Standard |
| Spec | i20 | Land Cruiser 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Leather-Look | Premium Leather |
| Seat Adjustment | Manual | Electric 12-Way |
| Heated Seats | Front | Front and Second Row |
| Ventilated Seats | No | Front |
| Steering Type | Electric | Power Rack and Pinion |
| Steering Adjustment | Tilt & Telescopic | Power Tilt and Telescopic |
| Ambient Lighting | Yes | Multi-colour |
| Folding Rear Seats | 60/40 Split | 60/40 Split |
| Front Armrest | Yes | Standard |
| Rear Armrest | No | Standard |
| Front Shoulder Room | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Rear Shoulder Room | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Cup Holders | 4 | - |
| Rear AC Vents | No | - |
| Rear USB Ports | 2 USB-A + 1 USB-C | 4 |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather | Not Applicable |
| Instrument Cluster Type | Analogue + MID | 12.3-inch Full Digital |
| Interior Colour Options | Black | 6 |
| Door Map Pockets | Yes | - |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Yes | 60/40 Split |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | Manual | Electric 12-Way |
| Adjustable Front Seat | Manual | - |
| Cooled Seats | No | - |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Manual | Electric 12-Way |
| Fabric Seats | Yes | Premium Leather |
| Front Headrest | Yes | - |
| Leather Seats | No | - |
| Memory Seats | No | - |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | Manual | Electric 10-Way |
| Rear Headrest | Yes | - |
| Armrest Front | Yes | Standard |
| Armrest Rear | No | Standard |
| Boot Space Seats Down | 1165 | - |
| Driver Seat | Manual | Electric 12-Way |
| 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 | Premium leather interior, 12.3-inch display, digital rear-view mirror, Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System |
| Interior Trim Colour | Black | - |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | Leather-Look | Premium Leather |
| Interior Colours | Black | 6 |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | No | Standard |
| Seat Belt Warning | Yes | - |
| Seat Fold Type | 60/40 Split | 60/40 Split |
| Seat Trim | Leather-Look | Premium Leather |
| Spec | i20 | Land Cruiser 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch Touchscreen | 12.3-inch Premium Touchscreen |
| Apple CarPlay | Yes | Wireless |
| Android Auto | Yes | Wireless |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Yes | Standard |
| Number of Speakers | 8 Bose Premium | 15 |
| Navigation System | Yes | Standard |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | 10.25-inch Digital Cluster | 12.3-inch Full Digital |
| USB Ports | 2 USB-A + 1 USB-C | 4 |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Yes | Wireless |
| Wireless Android Auto | Yes | Wireless |
| FM Radio | Yes | - |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Yes | - |
| Voice Recognition | Yes | Standard |
| AUX Input | Yes | - |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 10.25-inch Touchscreen | 12.3-inch Premium Touchscreen |
| Audio Controls On Steering | Yes | - |
| Infotainment Display | Touchscreen | 12.3-inch Premium Touchscreen |
| Rear Usb | Yes | 4 |
| Audio | Yes | - |
| Audio Speakers | 8 Bose Premium | 15 |
| Audio System | Yes | 15 |
| Display Audio | 10.25-inch Touchscreen | 12.3-inch Premium Touchscreen |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | 2 USB-A + 1 USB-C | 4 |
| Infotainment Screen | 10.25-inch Touchscreen | 12.3-inch Premium Touchscreen |
| Multi Information Display | Analogue + MID | 12.3-inch Full Digital |
| Connected Services | Yes | Standard |
| Voice Control | Yes | Standard |
| Smartphone Connectivity | Yes | Wireless |
| Radio | Yes | - |
| Touchscreen | 10.25-inch Touchscreen | 12.3-inch Premium Touchscreen |
| Spec | i20 | Land Cruiser 300 |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | Yes | Full LED Adaptive |
| Daytime Running Lamps | LED | LED |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | LED |
| Roof Rails | No | Standard |
| Alloy Wheel Design | 17-inch Alloy | 21-inch Premium Alloy |
| Rear Spoiler | Yes | Not Available |
| Exterior Colour Options | Polar White, Aurora Grey, Phantom Black, Fiery Red | 6 |
| Roof Type | Sunroof | Standard |
| Wing Mirror Type | Power Adjustable | - |
| Rear Wiper | Yes | - |
| Door Handle Finish | Body Coloured | - |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| DRL | LED | LED |
| Fog Lights | Yes | LED |
| Front Fog Lights | Yes | LED |
| Led Headlights | Yes | Full LED Adaptive |
| Led Taillights | Yes | - |
| Auto Headlights | Yes | Standard |
| Automatic Headlamps | Yes | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lights | LED | LED |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | Sunroof | Standard |
| Exterior Colour Options | 6 | 8 |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | Body Coloured | - |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | Yes | All Doors |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | Power Adjustable | - |
| Front Fog Lamps | Yes | LED |
| Headlamp Levelling | Yes | Full LED Adaptive |
| Headlamps | Yes | Full LED Adaptive |
| Headlight Type | Yes | Full LED Adaptive |
| Headlights | Yes | Full LED Adaptive |
| Load Bed Liner | Not Available | Not Available |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Sunroof | Standard |
| Active Exhaust | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rear Spoiler | Yes | Not Available |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | - | Not Available |
| Body Cladding | - | Standard |
| Spec | i20 | Land Cruiser 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | - | 32 deg |
| Departure Angle | - | 24 deg |
| Wading Depth | - | 700 mm |
| Terrain Modes | Not Available | Mud, Sand, Rock, Dirt, Snow |
| Locking Differential | No | Centre and Rear |
| Underbody Protection | Not Available | Full Steel Plates |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | 20 deg | - |
| 4WD System Type | Not Applicable | Four-wheel drive |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Crawl Control |
| Ramp-over Angle | 20 deg | - |
| Approach Angle Deg | - | 32 deg |
| Breakover Angle | 20 deg | Not Available |
| Departure Angle Deg | - | 24 deg |
| Energy Recovery Display | Not Available | Not Available |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | Not Available | - |
| Ground Clearance Max | 195 mm | 235 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | 195 mm | 235 mm |
| Off Road Descent Control | Not Available | Crawl Control |
| Off Road Traction Assist | Not Available | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| 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 | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Terrain Mode Normal | Not Available | - |
| Terrain Mode Rock | Not Available | - |
| Terrain Mode Sand | Not Available | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Terrain Mode Snow | Not Available | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Terrain Response System | Not Available | - |
| Underbody Camera | Not Available | - |
| Wading Depth Mm | - | 700 mm |
| Spec | i20 | Land Cruiser 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 205/45 R17 | 265/55 R20 |
| Wheel Type | 17-inch Alloy | 21-inch Premium Alloy |
| Front Brake Type | Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Spare Wheel Type | Spare Wheel | Full Size Alloy |
| 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 | 21-inch Premium Alloy |
| Brake Type Front | Disc (Ventilated) | Ventilated Disc |
| Brake Type Rear | Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Spare Tyre | Spare Wheel | Full Size Alloy |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless Radial | 265/55 R20 |
| Wheel Diameter | 16 | 21-inch Premium Alloy |
| Auto Brake Hold | Manual | - |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | No | Standard |
| Brakes | Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Cornering Brake Control | Yes | Standard |
| Electric Park Brake | Manual | - |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | Yes | - |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | Not Available | Not Available |
| Handbrake Type | Manual | Not Applicable |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | Yes | Standard |
| Leather Steering Wheel | Leather | - |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | Spare Wheel | Full Size Alloy |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Yes | - |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | Yes | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | Yes | - |
| Steering Wheel Trim | Leather | - |
| Tyre Pressure Display | Yes | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Yes | Standard |
| Wheel Material | 17-inch Alloy | 21-inch Premium Alloy |
| Wheel Size Type | 16 | - |
| Wheels | 17-inch Alloy | 21-inch Premium Alloy |
| Spec | i20 | Land Cruiser 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Service Interval | 15000 km / 12 months | 10,000 km or 6 Months |
| Battery Warranty | 4 | Not Applicable |
| Maintenance Plan | 3 Years / 45000 km | Optional |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 3.6 l | - |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | 15000 | 10,000 km or 6 Months |
| First Service At | 15000 | - |
| Service Plan Duration | 3 Years / 45000 km | Optional |
| Service Plan Distance | 3 Years / 45000 km | Optional |
| Alternator | 120A | - |
| Service Plan | 3 Years / 45000 km | Optional |
| Service Intervals | 15000 km / 12 months | 10,000 km or 6 Months |
| Accessory Battery Type | Lead-acid | - |
| Approx Service Cost | - | Approx R12,000 |
| Spec | i20 | Land Cruiser 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty Years | 5 | 3 years / 100 000 km |
| Warranty Kilometers | 5 | 3 years / 100 000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | 5 Years | 3 Years |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | 5 Years | 6 Years |
| Basic Warranty | 5 | 3 years / 100 000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | 5 Years | 3 Years |
| Warranty | 5 | 3 years / 100 000 km |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | 5 Years | 3 Years |
| Spec | i20 | Land Cruiser 300 |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 110 g/km | 249 g/km |
| Start Stop System | No | Standard |
| Hybrid System Type | Not Available | Not Applicable |
| Variable Valve Timing | Yes | - |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | Unleaded 95 | Diesel |
| Particulate Filter | Not Available | - |
| Euro Emission Standard | Euro 6 | Euro 5 |
| Idle CO2 Output | 110 | 249 |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | Yes | - |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | 110 | 249 |
| Noise Level | - | 68 dB |
| Spec | i20 | Land Cruiser 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Fluid | Flagship |
| Price Zar | 328900 ZAR | 2149900 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Current listed price | Current listed price |
| Starting Price | 328900 | 2149900 |
| Starting Price Zar | 328900 | 2149900 |
| Spec | i20 | Land Cruiser 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | - | 7 l/100km |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | - | 9 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | - | 10 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | - | 12 l/100km |
| Owner Review Count | - | 12 |
In depth: how these cars differ
This i20 and Land Cruiser 300 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 Land Cruiser 300 95.
Efficiency index: i20 59 vs Land Cruiser 300 40.
Safety-equipment index: i20 84 vs Land Cruiser 300 99.
Practicality index: i20 61 vs Land Cruiser 300 82.
Ownership-cover index: i20 65 vs Land Cruiser 300 43.
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
Land Cruiser 300 leads by 15 points
Land Cruiser 300 holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over i20.
Evidence leader
76
/100
Lead
15
points
Data
92%
source coverage
76
#1
Evidence leader
Land Cruiser 300
92% source coverage
3 strong categories
Best at
Safety 99
Check
Efficiency 40
Performance
95
Efficiency
40
Safety
99
Practicality
82
Ownership
43
Leads by 15 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
Land Cruiser 300 +58
Efficiency
i20 +19
Safety
Land Cruiser 300 +15
Practicality
Land Cruiser 300 +21
Ownership
i20 +22
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Land Cruiser 300
Performance
95/100
Efficiency
40/100
Safety
99/100
Practicality
82/100
Ownership
43/100
i20
Performance
37/100
Efficiency
59/100
Safety
84/100
Practicality
61/100
Ownership
65/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
Toyota Land Cruiser 300
leads the specification evidence index with 76 pts
vs 61 pts for i20
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Land Cruiser 300 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 Land Cruiser 300 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.
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