Hyundai i20 vs Ford Territory

In-depth comparison in South Africa covering price, performance, fuel efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership costs.

Hyundai i20

1.0T Fluid Petrol manual

Change Car A

328,900 ex-showroom

⚡ 74 kW (99 hp)

🔧 172 Nm

⛽ 18.2 km/l

Ford Territory

1.8T Dark Edition DCT Petrol Automatic

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Change Car B

ZAR 733,000 ex-showroom

⚡ 140 kW (188 hp)

🔧 320 Nm

⛽ 13.5 km/l

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Quick Winners

⚡ Performance Territory

⛽ Mileage Territory

🔑 Ownership i20

Overall Comparison Score

🏆 Winner

Territory

/ 100

+11

pts

i20

/ 100

Moderate difference between the models.

Executive Summary

Territory has a slight advantage, but i20 remains highly competitive.

Key Differences At A Glance

Performance Territory +6 pts

Efficiency Territory +8 pts

Safety Equal

Practicality Territory +1 pts

Ownership i20 +4 pts

Category Score Breakdown

🏆 Overall Winner

Territory

Performance 13/20

Efficiency 8/20

Safety 18/20

Practicality 13/20

Ownership 16/20

i20

Performance 7/20

Efficiency 0/20

Safety 18/20

Practicality 12/20

Ownership 20/20

Pros & Cons

i20

Pros

Better long-term ownership value

Cons

Less powerful engine setup
Lower fuel efficiency
Less practical in daily usage

Best For: General Use

🏆 Overall Winner

Territory

Pros

More powerful engine output
Better fuel efficiency
More practical for daily use

Cons

Shorter warranty coverage

Best For: Highway Driving Fuel Efficiency Family Usage

Who Should Buy Which?

i20

Long-term owners valuing warranty and ownership peace of mind

Territory

Drivers who prioritise strong highway performance and overtaking power
Buyers looking for better fuel efficiency
Large families needing more practicality and usability

Full Specification Comparison

Specification	i20	Territory
Length	4040	4630
Width	1775	1935
Height	1505	1706
Wheelbase	2580	2716
Ground Clearance	195	190
Kerb Weight	1135	1635
Seating Capacity	5	5
Boot Space	352	448
Gross Vehicle Weight	-	2150
Towing Capacity	-	1200

Specification	i20	Territory
Engine	1.0 T-GDI Turbo	1.8L Turbocharged Petrol
Engine Type	Petrol	Inline 4 Turbocharged
Displacement	998	1798
Cylinders	3	4
Power	74	140
Torque	172	320
Fuel System	Direct Injection	Direct Injection
Turbocharger	Yes	-
Top Speed	185	185
0-100 km/h	11.0	9.8
Power @ RPM	@ 5500 rpm	-
Torque @ RPM	@ 1500 rpm	-
Valves per Cylinder	-	4

Specification	i20	Territory
Transmission	iMT 6-speed Intelligent Manual	7-Speed Dual Clutch Automatic
Drive Type	Front-Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive
Drivetrain Layout	FWD	FWD
Paddle Shifters	No	-
LSD Available	-	Electronic
Transfer Case	-	None

Specification	i20	Territory
Claimed Mileage	18.2	13.5
City Mileage	14.8	10
Highway Mileage	21.5	14
Fuel Tank Capacity	40	60
Emission Standard	Euro 6	Euro 6

Specification	i20	Territory
Airbags	6 (Front, Side, Curtain)	6
ABS	Yes	Standard
Electronic Stability Control	Yes	Standard
Traction Control	Yes	Standard
Hill Start Assist	Yes	-
ISOFIX Mounts	Yes	Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor	Yes	Standard
Engine Immobiliser	Yes	Standard
Central Locking	Yes	-
Hill Descent Control	-	Standard
Child Safety Lock	-	Standard
Brake Assist	-	Standard

Specification	i20	Territory
Cruise Control	Yes	Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control	Yes	Not Available
Parking Sensors	Front & Rear	Rear
Rear View Camera	Yes	Standard
Lane Keep Assist	Yes	Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring	Yes	Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	Yes	Not Available
360 Degree Camera	-	Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking	-	Standard

Specification	i20	Territory
Seat Material	Leather-Look	Cloth
Seat Adjustment	Manual	Manual
Heated Seats	Front	Not Available
Steering Type	MDPS Electric	Electric Power Steering
Steering Adjustment	Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt and Telescopic
Folding Rear Seats	60/40 Split	-
Ambient Lighting	Yes	Single Colour
Ventilated Seats	-	Not Available

Specification	i20	Territory
Climate Control	Auto Climate Control	Manual Air Conditioning
Power Windows	All	All Windows
Keyless Entry	Yes	Remote Key
Push Button Start	Yes	Standard
Wireless Charging	Yes	Not Available
Sunroof	Sunroof	Not Available
Electric Tailgate	-	Manual

Specification	i20	Territory
Infotainment Screen	10.25-inch Touchscreen	12-inch Touchscreen
Apple CarPlay	Yes	Standard
Android Auto	Yes	Standard
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Standard
Number of Speakers	8 Bose Premium	6
Navigation System	Yes	Standard
Digital Instrument Cluster	10.25-inch Digital Cluster	-
USB Ports	2 USB-A + 1 USB-C	-

Specification	i20	Territory
LED Headlamps	Yes	LED
Daytime Running Lamps	LED	LED
Fog Lamps	Yes	Halogen
Alloy Wheel Design	17-inch Alloy	18-inch Alloy
Roof Rails	-	Standard

Specification	i20	Territory
Tyre Size	205/45 R17	235/55 R18
Wheel Type	Alloy	Alloy
Front Brake Type	Disc	Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Spare Wheel Type	Spare Wheel	-

Specification	i20	Territory
Front Suspension	MacPherson Strut	MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension	Torsion Beam	Multi-link
Chassis Type	Monocoque	Monocoque
Power Steering	Electric	-

Specification	i20	Territory
Service Interval	15000 km / 12 months	15000 km / 12 months
Maintenance Plan	3 Years / 45000 km	-
Approx Service Cost	-	Moderate
Battery Warranty	-	24 Months

Specification	i20	Territory
Warranty Years	5	4
Warranty Kilometers	150000	120000
Roadside Assistance	5 Years	4 Years

Specification	i20	Territory
CO2 Emissions	110	175
Start Stop System	-	Standard
Hybrid System Type	-	None

Specification	i20	Territory
Approach Angle	-	18
Departure Angle	-	22
Wading Depth	-	450
Terrain Modes	-	Normal
Locking Differential	-	Electronic

Final Verdict

🏆 Ford Territory wins with 68 pts vs 57 pts for i20

In structured scoring, Territory emerges as the stronger overall package. However, i20 may appeal to buyers prioritising different factors. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.