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.
2.0D AT Executive AWDDiesel8-Speed AutomaticCurrent
ZAR 764,900ex-showroom
⚡ 137 kW🔧 416 Nm⛽ 13.9 km/l
+Add a 3rd car
Decision summary
Hyundai i20 vs Hyundai Tucson: the short answer
Tucson has a modest catalogue-index lead, while i20 remains close.
i20 starts ZAR 272,000 cheaperi20 from ZAR 296,900 · Tucson from ZAR 568,900
Five key differences
Exact selected derivatives
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Specification
i20
Tucson
Maximum Power
i2074 kW @ 5500 rpm
Tucson137 kW @ 3800 rpm
Maximum Torque
i20172 Nm @ 1500 rpm
Tucson416 Nm @ 2000 rpm
Engine Size
i20998 cc
Tucson1995 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
i2014.5 km/l
Tucson13.9 km/l
Ground Clearance
i20195 mm
Tucson181 mm
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Independent editorial assessment
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Hyundai i20
1.0T Fluid
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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
i20
Strengths
Better fuel efficiency
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Fewer listed safety features
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published Efficiency
Specification evidence leader
Tucson
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Stronger listed safety equipment
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Lower fuel efficiency
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
i20
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Tucson
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
Tucson
Model Introduced Year
2008
2004
Generation
Third generation i20 on the K2 platform; sold in SA with 1.0T three-cylinder turbo across all variants
Fourth generation Tucson on Hyundai's i-GMP platform; distinctive parametric design language makes it one of the more striking mid-size SUVs in SA
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
Fourth generation launched in SA in 2021; major step change in styling, interior quality, and technology over the third-gen car
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, Blue, Grey, Green
Dealer Stock Note
Fluid grade in the South Africa lineup
Executive grade in the South Africa lineup
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
active
active
Segment
Hatchback
SUV
Tare Mass Kg
1135 kg
1720 kg
Vehicle Type
Hatchback
SUV
Drivetrain Note
-
Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 2.0D AT Executive AWD
Spec
i20
Tucson
Length
4040 mm
4630 mm
Width
1775 mm
1865 mm
Height
1505 mm
1665 mm
Wheelbase
2580 mm
2755 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
195 mm
181 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Tank Capacity
40 l
54 l
Boot/Cargo Space
352 l
540 l
Kerb Weight
1135 kg
1720 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
1610 kg
2110 kg
Payload Capacity
475 kg
390 kg
Towing Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
2 rows
Doors
5 doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
5.2 m
5.4 m
Front Headroom
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Headroom
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Front Legroom
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Legroom
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
i20
Tucson
Front Track Width
1551 mm
Not Applicable
Rear Track Width
1565 mm
Not Applicable
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension
Torsion Beam
Multi-Link
Chassis Type
Monocoque
Monocoque
Power Steering
Electric
Electric
Steering Column
Tilt
Tilt
Front Spring Type
Coil
MacPherson Strut
Rear Spring Type
Coil
Multi-Link
Chassis Material
Monocoque
Monocoque
Front Suspension Type
MacPherson Strut
MacPherson Strut
MagneRide Damping
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Axle Type
Torsion Beam
Multi-Link
Rear Suspension Type
Torsion Beam
Multi-Link
Suspension
MacPherson Strut
MacPherson Strut
Spec
i20
Tucson
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Climate Control
Auto Climate Control
Dual Zone Auto Climate
Power Windows
All
All
Keyless Entry
Yes
Yes
Push Button Start
Yes
Yes
Wireless Charging
Yes
15W Wireless
Sunroof
Sunroof
Electric Panoramic Sunroof
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Yes
Automatic Headlamps
Yes
Full LED Parametric
Rain Sensing Wipers
No
No
Auto Dimming Mirror
No
No
Boot Space Seats Folded
1165 l
1799 l
Boot Space Seats Folded
1165 l
1799 l
Rear Window Defroster
Yes
Yes
Electric Mirror Folding
Power Adjustable
Power Adjustable
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Yes
Yes
12V Accessory Socket
12V
12V
AC Type
Auto Climate Control
Dual Zone Auto Climate
Adaptive Dampers
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Dimming Irvm
No
No
Boot Opener
Inside
Inside
Climate Zones
1
2
Door Ajar Warning
Yes
Yes
Electric Folding Mirrors
Yes
Yes
Engine Check Warning
Yes
Yes
Engine Start Button Illumination
Yes
Yes
Engine Start Stop
Yes
Yes
Engine Start Stop Button
Yes
Yes
Engine Warranty
4
4
Front Armrest
Yes
Yes
Front Power Outlet
Yes
Yes
Fuel Consumption Combined
6.9
7.2
Fuel Lid Opener
Inside
Inside
Glovebox Cooling
Yes
Yes
Headlamp Height Adjust
Manual
Manual
Headlamp Washer
No
No
Hill Start Assist
Yes
Yes
Panoramic Roof
Sunroof
Electric Panoramic Sunroof
Performance Data Logger
Not Available
Not Available
Power Mirrors
Yes
Yes
Push Button Start
Yes
Yes
Rear Defogger
Yes
Yes
Rear Reading Lamps
Yes
Yes
Rear Seat Split
60/40 Split
60/40 Split
Rear Wing
Yes
Yes
Rev Matching
Not Available
Not Available
Seat Type
Leather-Look
Nappa Leather
Seatbelt Pre Tensioner
Yes
Yes
Service Reminder
Yes
Yes
Skid Plates
Not Available
-
Spare Wheel
Spare Wheel
Full Size
Steering Mounted Controls
Yes
Yes
Tachometer
Yes
Yes
Tail Lamps
Yes
Yes
Telescopic Steering
No
No
Tilt Steering
Yes
Yes
Trip Computer
Yes
Yes
Vanity Mirror
Yes
Yes
Voice Command
Yes
Yes
Voice Command Support
Yes
Yes
Accelerator 0 100
11.0 sec
9.5 sec
Air Conditioning
Auto Climate Control
Dual Zone Auto Climate
Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
Not Available
Bed Extender
Not Available
Not Available
Bottle Holders
4
4
Canopy Fitment
Not Available
Not Available
Centre Console
Yes
Yes
Common Rail Injection
Direct Injection
Common Rail Direct Injection
Diff Lock
No
No
Difflock
No
No
Digital Speedometer
Analogue + MID
Analogue + MID
Front Diff Lock
Not Available
-
Front Wiper
Yes
Yes
Front Wipers Type
Yes
Yes
Glove Box
Yes
Yes
Intelligent Battery System
Not Available
Not Available
Intelligent Keyless Entry
Yes
Yes
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
Dual Zone Auto Climate
Mirror
Power Adjustable
Power Adjustable
One Pedal Driving
Not Available
Not Available
Passive Entry Start
Yes
Yes
Power Socket 12v
12V
12V
Reading Lights Rear
Yes
Yes
Rear Air Conditioning
No
Yes
Rear Diff Lock
Not Available
-
Rear Electric Motor
Not Available
Not Available
Rear LED Combination Taillights
Yes
Yes
Rearview Mirror Inside
No
No
Regenerative Braking Levels
Not Available
Not Available
Remote Central Locking
Yes
Yes
Remote Side Mirror
Power Adjustable
Power Adjustable
Rim Size
16
18
Roof Rack Compatibility
No
Yes
Sonar
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Sound System
8 Bose Premium
8 Bose Premium
Source Model Column
i20
tucson
Sport Plus Mode
Not Available
Not Available
Sports Bar
Not Available
Not Available
Steering Column Adjustment
Tilt & Telescopic
Tilt & Telescopic
Sub Frame
Monocoque
Monocoque
Tailgate Damper
Not Available
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Tow Bar Type
Not Available
Not Available
TPMS
Yes
Yes
Trim Level
fluid
executive
Unlocking
Yes
Yes
Vanity Mirror Illuminated
Yes
Yes
Variant Role
Mid-to-high value derivative
Off-road or adventure derivative
Vdc
Yes
Yes
Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
Not Available
Vehicle To Load
Not Available
Not Available
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
Yes
Yes
Walk Away Lock
Yes
Yes
Wireless Charger
Yes
15W Wireless
Lift Gate
-
Yes
Powered Tailgate
-
Yes
Surround View Monitor
Not Available
Yes
Spec
i20
Tucson
Engine
1-litre Turbocharged Petrol
2-litre Turbocharged Diesel
Engine Code
G3LE
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
Petrol
Diesel
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
998 cc
1995 cc
Cylinders
3
4
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Inline
Valves
12
16
Valves per Cylinder
4
4
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Direct Injection
Common Rail Direct Injection
Compression Ratio
10.0:1
Not Officially Disclosed
Bore
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
74 kW @ 5500 rpm
137 kW @ 3800 rpm
Maximum Torque
172 Nm @ 1500 rpm
416 Nm @ 2000 rpm
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
AWD
Transmission
6-Speed Manual
8-Speed Automatic
Top Speed
185 km/h
195 km/h
0-100 km/h
11.0 sec
9.5 sec
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Eco, Normal
Eco, Normal
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
65.2 kW/tonne
79.7 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
151.5 Nm/tonne
241.9 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
i20
Tucson
Engine Position
Front
Front
Gearbox
iMT 6-speed Intelligent Manual
8-speed Automatic
Drivetrain Layout
FWD
AWD
LSD Available
No
Yes
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
No
No
Paddle Shifters
No
Yes
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
7
7
Transmission Type
Manual
Automatic
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Yes
Gear Shift Type
iMT 6-speed Intelligent Manual
8-speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
4WD / 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
8-speed Automatic
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
Front-Wheel Drive
All-Wheel Drive
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transfer Case Guard
Not Available
-
Transmission Speeds
7
7
Spec
i20
Tucson
Claimed Mileage
14.5 km/l
13.9 km/l
City Mileage
11.7 km/l
11.5 km/l
Highway Mileage
17.1 km/l
18.0 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
40 l
54 l
Emission Standard
Euro 6
Euro 6
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
No
No
Distance To Empty
Yes
Yes
Low Fuel Warning
Yes
Yes
Real-world Mileage
14.5 km/l
13.9 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
40
54
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
Tucson
Airbags
6
6
ABS
Yes
Yes
Electronic Stability Control
Yes
Yes
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Yes
Yes
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Yes
ISOFIX Mounts
Yes
Yes
Brake Assist
Yes
Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Yes
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
Yes
Yes
Alarm System
Yes
Yes
Central Locking
Yes
Yes
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Yes
Yes
Speed Alert System
Yes
Yes
Front Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Safety Rating
Not Rated (SA)
Not Rated (SA)
AEB
No
Yes
BA
Yes
Yes
Brake Override System
Not Available
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Yes
Yes
Driver Airbag
Yes
Yes
EBD
Yes
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
Yes
Yes
Hill Hold
Yes
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Yes
Yes
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Yes
Yes
Seatbelt Reminder
Yes
Yes
Side Airbags
Yes
Yes
Stability Control
Yes
Yes
TCS
Yes
Yes
Blind Spot Monitoring
Yes
Yes
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Not Available
ABS EBD
Yes
Yes
Anti Theft Alarm
Yes
Yes
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
6
6
Driver Passenger Airbags
6
6
ESC With Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Spec
i20
Tucson
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
Front & Rear
Rear View Camera
Yes
Yes
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
Yes
Autonomous Emergency Braking
No
Yes
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
No
No
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Lights
Yes
Yes
Auto Wipers
No
No
Eco Mode
Yes
Yes
EV Mode
No
No
Rear Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Reverse Camera
Yes
Yes
Sport Mode
No
No
Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
Yes
Park Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Not Available
Yes
Blind Spot Warning
Yes
Yes
Emergency Braking
No
Yes
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Parking Distance Sensors
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Parking Sensor
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Pre-Collision System
Yes
Yes
Rain Sensor Wipers
No
No
Rear View Camera
Yes
Yes
Reverse Camera Type
Yes
Yes
Reversing Camera
Yes
Yes
Surround View Camera
Not Available
Yes
Spec
i20
Tucson
Seat Material
Leather-Look
Nappa Leather
Seat Adjustment
Manual
Power 8-way
Heated Seats
Front
Front & Rear
Ventilated Seats
No
Front
Steering Type
Electric
Electric
Steering Adjustment
Tilt & Telescopic
Tilt & Telescopic
Ambient Lighting
Yes
64-Colour Ambient
Folding Rear Seats
60/40 Split
60/40 Split
Front Armrest
Yes
Yes
Rear Armrest
No
No
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Cup Holders
4
4
Rear AC Vents
No
Yes
Rear USB Ports
2 USB-A + 1 USB-C
2 USB-A + 2 USB-C
Steering Wheel Material
Leather
Leather
Instrument Cluster Type
Analogue + MID
Analogue + MID
Interior Colour Options
Black
6
Door Map Pockets
Yes
Yes
60 40 Split Seat
Yes
Yes
Adjustable Driver Seat
Manual
Manual
Adjustable Front Seat
Manual
Manual
Cooled Seats
No
No
Driver Seat Adjustment
Manual
Power 8-way
Fabric Seats
Yes
Yes
Front Headrest
Yes
Yes
Leather Seats
No
No
Memory Seats
No
No
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Manual
Manual
Rear Headrest
Yes
Yes
Armrest Front
Yes
Yes
Armrest Rear
No
No
Boot Space Seats Down
1165
1799
Driver Seat
Manual
Power 8-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
10.25-inch touchscreen, digital instrument cluster, Bose premium sound on Executive, panoramic sunroof, ventilated front seats, wireless CarPlay and Android Auto
Interior Trim Colour
Black
-
Leather Accented Seat Trim
Leather-Look
Nappa Leather
Interior Colours
Black
6
Rear Seat Centre Armrest
No
No
Seat Belt Warning
Yes
Yes
Seat Fold Type
60/40 Split
60/40 Split
Seat Trim
Leather-Look
Nappa Leather
Spec
i20
Tucson
Infotainment System
10.25-inch Touchscreen
10.25-inch Touchscreen
Apple CarPlay
Yes
Yes
Android Auto
Yes
Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Yes
Number of Speakers
8 Bose Premium
8 Bose Premium
Navigation System
Yes
Yes
Digital Instrument Cluster
10.25-inch Digital Cluster
10.25-inch Digital Cluster
USB Ports
2 USB-A + 1 USB-C
2 USB-A + 2 USB-C
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Yes
Yes
Wireless Android Auto
Yes
Yes
FM Radio
Yes
Yes
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Yes
Yes
Voice Recognition
Yes
Yes
AUX Input
Yes
Yes
Infotainment Screen Size
10.25-inch Touchscreen
10.25-inch Touchscreen
Audio Controls On Steering
Yes
Yes
Infotainment Display
Touchscreen
Touchscreen
Rear Usb
Yes
Yes
Audio
Yes
Yes
Audio Speakers
8 Bose Premium
8 Bose Premium
Audio System
Yes
Yes
Display Audio
10.25-inch Touchscreen
10.25-inch Touchscreen
Front Rear USB Charge Ports
2 USB-A + 1 USB-C
2 USB-A + 2 USB-C
Infotainment Screen
10.25-inch Touchscreen
10.25-inch Touchscreen
Multi Information Display
Analogue + MID
Analogue + MID
Connected Services
Yes
Yes
Voice Control
Yes
Yes
Smartphone Connectivity
Yes
Yes
Radio
Yes
Yes
Touchscreen
10.25-inch Touchscreen
10.25-inch Touchscreen
Spec
i20
Tucson
LED Headlamps
Yes
Full LED Parametric
Daytime Running Lamps
LED
LED
Fog Lamps
Yes
LED
Roof Rails
No
Yes
Alloy Wheel Design
17-inch Alloy
19-inch Dark Alloy
Rear Spoiler
Yes
Yes
Exterior Colour Options
Polar White, Aurora Grey, Phantom Black, Fiery Red
6
Roof Type
Sunroof
Electric Panoramic Sunroof
Wing Mirror Type
Power Adjustable
Power Adjustable
Rear Wiper
Yes
Yes
Door Handle Finish
Body Coloured
Body Coloured
Body Type
Hatchback
SUV
DRL
LED
LED
Fog Lights
Yes
Yes
Front Fog Lights
Yes
Yes
Led Headlights
Yes
Full LED Parametric
Led Taillights
Yes
Yes
Auto Headlights
Yes
Full LED Parametric
Automatic Headlamps
Yes
Full LED Parametric
Daytime Running Lights
LED
LED
Electric Blind Sunroof
Sunroof
Electric Panoramic Sunroof
Exterior Colour Options
6
6
Exterior Door Handle Colour
Body Coloured
Body Coloured
Exterior Mirror Electric
Yes
Yes
Exterior Mirror Folding
Power Adjustable
Power Adjustable
Front Fog Lamps
Yes
LED
Headlamp Levelling
Yes
Full LED Parametric
Headlamps
Yes
Full LED Parametric
Headlight Type
Yes
Full LED Parametric
Headlights
Yes
Full LED Parametric
Load Bed Liner
Not Available
Not Available
Panoramic Sunroof
Sunroof
Electric Panoramic Sunroof
Active Exhaust
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Spoiler
Yes
Yes
Spec
i20
Tucson
Approach Angle
-
Not Available
Departure Angle
-
Not Available
Wading Depth
-
Not Available
Terrain Modes
Not Available
Not Available
Locking Differential
No
No
Underbody Protection
Not Available
-
Ramp Breakover Angle
20 deg
20 deg
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
Ramp-over Angle
20 deg
20 deg
Approach Angle Deg
-
-
Breakover Angle
20 deg
20 deg
Departure Angle Deg
-
-
Energy Recovery Display
Not Available
Not Available
Front Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
-
Ground Clearance Max
195 mm
181 mm
Ground Clearance Min
195 mm
181 mm
Off Road Descent Control
Not Available
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
Tucson
Tyre Size
205/45 R17
235/50 R19
Wheel Type
17-inch Alloy
19-inch Dark Alloy
Front Brake Type
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Disc
Spare Wheel Type
Spare Wheel
Full Size
Front Brake Disc Diameter
256 mm
-
Rear Brake Drum Diameter
262 mm
-
Parking Brake Type
Manual
Manual
Tyre Load Index
91
91
Tyre Speed Rating
H
H
Wheel Rim Size
16
18
Brake Type Front
Disc (Ventilated)
Disc (Ventilated)
Brake Type Rear
Disc
Disc
Spare Tyre
Spare Wheel
Full Size
Tyre Type
Tubeless Radial
Tubeless Radial
Wheel Diameter
16
18
Auto Brake Hold
Manual
Manual
Autonomous Emergency Brake
No
Yes
Brakes
Disc
Disc
Cornering Brake Control
Yes
Yes
Electric Park Brake
Manual
Manual
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Yes
Yes
Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
Not Available
Handbrake Type
Manual
Manual
Hydraulic Brake Assist
Yes
Yes
Leather Steering Wheel
Leather
Leather
Spare Wheel Size Type
Spare Wheel
Full Size
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Yes
Yes
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
Yes
Yes
Steering Wheel Phone Controls
Yes
Yes
Steering Wheel Trim
Leather
Leather
Tyre Pressure Display
Yes
Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
Yes
Yes
Wheel Material
17-inch Alloy
19-inch Dark Alloy
Wheel Size Type
16
18
Wheels
17-inch Alloy
19-inch Dark Alloy
Spec
i20
Tucson
Service Interval
15000 km / 12 months
15000 km / 12 months
Battery Warranty
4
4
Maintenance Plan
3 Years / 45000 km
3 Years / 45000 km
Engine Oil Capacity
3.6 l
-
Engine Oil Change Interval
15000
15000 km / 12 months
First Service At
15000
15000
Service Plan Duration
3 Years / 45000 km
3 Years / 45000 km
Service Plan Distance
3 Years / 45000 km
3 Years / 45000 km
Alternator
120A
120A
Service Plan
3 Years / 45000 km
3 Years / 45000 km
Service Intervals
15000 km / 12 months
15000 km / 12 months
Accessory Battery Type
Lead-acid
Lead-acid
Spec
i20
Tucson
Warranty Years
5
5
Warranty Kilometers
5
5
Roadside Assistance
5 Years
5 Years
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
5 Years
5 Years
Basic Warranty
5
5
Roadside Assistance
5 Years
5 Years
Warranty
5
5
Warranty Roadside Assistance
5 Years
5 Years
Spec
i20
Tucson
CO2 Emissions
110 g/km
162 g/km
Start Stop System
No
No
Hybrid System Type
Not Available
Not Available
Variable Valve Timing
Yes
Yes
Fuel Octane Requirement
Unleaded 95
Diesel
Particulate Filter
Not Available
Not Available
Euro Emission Standard
Euro 6
Euro 6
Idle CO2 Output
110
162
Fuel Evaporation Control
Yes
Yes
CO2 Emissions G Km
110
162
Spec
i20
Tucson
Ownership Role
Fluid
Executive
Price Zar
328900 ZAR
764900 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current listed price
Current listed price
Starting Price
328900
764900
Starting Price Zar
328900
764900
In depth: how these cars differ
This i20 and Tucson 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 Tucson 69.
Efficiency index: i20 59 vs Tucson 56.
Safety-equipment index: i20 84 vs Tucson 92.
Practicality index: i20 61 vs Tucson 68.
Ownership-cover index: i20 65 vs Tucson 65.
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
Tucson leads by 10 points
Tucson has a modest catalogue-index lead, while i20 remains close.
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Tucson
Performance
69/100
Efficiency
56/100
Safety
92/100
Practicality
68/100
Ownership
65/100
i20
Performance
37/100
Efficiency
59/100
Safety
84/100
Practicality
61/100
Ownership
65/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexHyundai Tucson
leads the specification evidence index with 71 pts
vs 61 pts for i20
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Tucson 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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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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