KIA K2500 vs Volkswagen Polo Sedan
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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KIA K2500
2.5TD Tipper
Diesel
5-Speed Manual
Current
ZAR 460,995
ex-showroom
⚡ 70 kW
🔧 225 Nm
⛽ 9.5 km/l
VS
Volkswagen Polo Sedan
1.0 Style Tiptronic AT
Petrol
7-Speed DCT
Current
ZAR 483,700
ex-showroom
⚡ 70 kW
🔧 175 Nm
⛽ 18.9 km/l
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Add a 3rd car
Decision summary
KIA K2500 vs Volkswagen Polo Sedan: the short answer
Polo Sedan holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over K2500.
Polo Sedan starts ZAR 42,395 cheaper
K2500 from ZAR 424,995 · Polo Sedan from ZAR 382,600
Five key differences
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| Specification | K2500 | Polo Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | K250070 kW @ 3600 rpm | Polo Sedan70 kW |
| Maximum Torque | K2500225 Nm @ 1500 rpm | Polo Sedan175 Nm |
| Engine Size | K25002498 cc | Polo Sedan999 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | K25009.5 km/l | Polo Sedan18.9 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | K2500195 mm | Polo Sedan130 mm |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
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Volkswagen Polo Sedan
1.0 Style Tiptronic AT
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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
K2500
Strengths
- More powerful engine output
- Stronger published practicality figures
- Stronger published ownership cover
Weak Spots
- Lower fuel efficiency
- Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:
Published Performance
Published Practicality
Specification evidence leader
Polo Sedan
Strengths
- Better fuel efficiency
- Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
- Less powerful engine setup
- Lower published practicality figures
- Lower published ownership cover
Best suited to:
Published Efficiency
Which One's Right for You?
K2500
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published warranty or service cover
Polo Sedan
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
- Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Full Specs, Side by Side
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| Spec | K2500 | Polo Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2000 | 2018 |
| Generation | Long-running commercial truck; second generation with D4BH engine | AW/BW Polo-based sedan – current generation since 2018 |
| Facelift History | Updated periodically; current specification ongoing production | Facelift update in 2022 with refreshed styling and updated infotainment |
| Facelift Launched Since | Original current-generation version | 2022 |
| Facelift Version Ending | Current | Current |
| Body Style | Van | Sedan |
| Color Note | White (standard fleet specification) | White Silver, Reflex Silver, Deep Black, Flash Red |
| Dealer Stock Note | Top grade in the South Africa lineup | Top grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Production Status | active | published |
| Segment | Van | Sedan |
| Tare Mass Kg | 1980 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Type | Van | Sedan |
| Spec | K2500 | Polo Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5160 mm | 4440 mm |
| Width | 1900 mm | 1699 mm |
| Height | 2120 mm | 1467 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2890 mm | 2552 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 195 mm | 130 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | 145 mm | - |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 l | 45 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 3000 l | 460 l |
| Kerb Weight | 1980 kg | 1125 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 3500 kg | 1555 kg |
| Payload Capacity | 1000 kg | - |
| Towing Capacity | 1400 kg | - |
| Seating Capacity | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Rows | 1 rows | - |
| Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 12.5 m | 5.3 m |
| Front Headroom | 1010 mm | - |
| Rear Headroom | Not Applicable | - |
| Front Legroom | 1040 mm | - |
| Rear Legroom | Not Applicable | - |
| Spec | K2500 | Polo Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Front Track Width | 1530 mm | Not Applicable |
| Rear Track Width | 1580 mm | Not Applicable |
| Front Suspension | Independent Double Wishbone | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Rigid Axle Leaf Spring | Torsion Beam |
| Chassis Type | Body-on-Frame | Monocoque |
| Power Steering | Yes | Electric |
| Steering Column | Adjustable | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Front Spring Type | Coil Spring | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Spring Type | Leaf Spring | Torsion Beam |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | Yes | - |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | No | - |
| Shock Absorber Type | Telescopic | - |
| Chassis Material | Body-on-Frame | Monocoque |
| Front Suspension Type | Independent Double Wishbone | MacPherson Strut |
| MagneRide Damping | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rear Axle Type | Rigid Axle Leaf Spring | Torsion Beam |
| Rear Suspension Type | Rigid Axle Leaf Spring | Torsion Beam |
| Shock Absorbers | Telescopic | - |
| Suspension | Independent Double Wishbone | MacPherson Strut |
| Spec | K2500 | Polo Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Load Bed Length | 2200 mm | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | 1600 mm | Not Applicable |
| Climate Control | No | Single-zone Automatic |
| Power Windows | No | All Doors |
| Keyless Entry | No | Standard |
| Push Button Start | No | Not Available |
| Wireless Charging | No | Standard |
| Sunroof | No | Standard |
| Electric Tailgate | No | Not Available |
| Automatic Headlamps | No | Standard |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | No | Standard |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | No | - |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | Not Applicable | 460 l |
| Rear Window Defroster | No | - |
| Electric Mirror Folding | No | - |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | No | - |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | No | - |
| 12V Accessory Socket | Yes | - |
| Speed Limiter | Yes | - |
| AC Type | No | Single-zone Automatic |
| Adaptive Dampers | No | Not Available |
| Aero Kit | No | - |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | No | - |
| Boot Opener | Manual | - |
| Chrome Exterior Highlights | No | - |
| Chrome Grille | No | - |
| Climate Zones | 1 | Single-zone Automatic |
| Door Ajar Warning | Yes | - |
| Drag Coefficient | 0.46 | - |
| Driver Display | Analogue Cluster | - |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | No | All Doors |
| Engine Check Warning | Yes | - |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | No | Not Available |
| Engine Start Stop | No | Not Available |
| Engine Start Stop Button | No | Not Available |
| Engine Warranty | 5 Years / 150,000 km | - |
| Front Armrest | No | Rear Centre Armrest |
| Front Power Outlet | No | - |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | 10.5 | 5.3 |
| Fuel Lid Opener | Manual | - |
| Glovebox Cooling | No | - |
| Headlamp Height Adjust | Yes | - |
| Headlamp Washer | No | - |
| Headrest Adjustable | Yes | - |
| Heads Up Display | No | - |
| Hill Start Assist | No | Standard |
| Impact Sensing Door Unlock | Yes | - |
| Intercooler | Yes | - |
| Multi Function Steering | No | - |
| Panoramic Roof | No | Standard |
| Performance Data Logger | No | Not Available |
| Power Mirrors | No | All Doors |
| Push Button Start | No | Not Available |
| Rear Defogger | No | - |
| Rear Reading Lamps | No | - |
| Rear Seat Split | No | 60/40 Split |
| Rear Wing | No | Not Available |
| Remote Engine Start | No | - |
| Rev Matching | No | Not Available |
| Ride Mode Selection | No | - |
| Roof Antenna | Yes | - |
| Seat Type | Vinyl Seats | Fabric/Leatherette |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | Yes | - |
| Service Reminder | Yes | - |
| Side Steps | No | - |
| Skid Plates | No | Not Available |
| Spare Wheel | Full-Size Spare | Full Size |
| Speed Alert System | No | - |
| Stabilizer Bar | Yes | - |
| Steering Mounted Controls | No | - |
| Steering Response | Normal | - |
| Tachometer | Yes | - |
| Tail Lamps | No | - |
| Telescopic Steering | Tilt and Telescopic | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Tilt Steering | Tilt and Telescopic | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Trip Computer | Yes | - |
| Tyre Repair Kit | No | - |
| Vanity Mirror | No | - |
| Voice Command | No | Standard |
| Voice Command Support | No | Standard |
| Air Conditioning | No | Single-zone Automatic |
| Automatic High Beam | No | - |
| Battery Preconditioning | Not Available | Not Available |
| Bed Extender | Not Available | Not Available |
| Bottle Holders | 2 | - |
| Canopy Fitment | Not Available | Not Available |
| Centre Console | No | Rear Centre Armrest |
| Common Rail Injection | Direct Injection Turbodiesel | Direct Injection Turbocharged |
| Diff Lock | No | Not Available |
| Difflock | No | Not Available |
| Digital Speedometer | No | Standard |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | No | - |
| Front Diff Lock | Not Available | Not Available |
| Front Wiper | No | - |
| Front Wipers Type | No | - |
| Glove Box | Yes | - |
| Heated Mirrors | No | - |
| Intelligent Battery System | Not Available | Not Available |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | No | Standard |
| Lift Gate | No | Not Available |
| 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 | 2200 mm | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | Not Available | Not Available |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | Not Available | Not Available |
| Loadbox Width Mm | 1600 mm | Not Applicable |
| Manual Aircon | No | Single-zone Automatic |
| Mirror | Manual | All Doors |
| One Pedal Driving | Not Available | Not Available |
| Passive Entry Start | No | Standard |
| Power Socket 12v | Yes | - |
| Powered Tailgate | No | Not Available |
| Reading Lights Rear | No | - |
| Rear Air Conditioning | No | - |
| Rear Diff Lock | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rear Electric Motor | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | No | - |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | No | - |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | Not Available | Not Available |
| Remote Central Locking | Yes | Standard |
| Remote Side Mirror | No | - |
| Remote Start | No | - |
| Rim Size | 195R15C | 16-inch Alloy |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | No | Not Available |
| Side Impact Bars | Yes | - |
| Sonar | No | Rear |
| Sound System | 2 | 6 |
| Source Model Column | k2500 | polo-sedan |
| Sport Plus Mode | Not Available | Not Available |
| Sports Bar | Not Available | Not Available |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | Yes | - |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | No | - |
| Steering Column Adjustment | Tilt and Telescopic | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Sub Frame | Body-on-Frame | Monocoque |
| Surround View Monitor | No | Not Available |
| Tailgate Damper | Not Available | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | Not Available | Not Available |
| Tow Bar Type | Not Available | Not Available |
| TPMS | No | Standard |
| Trim Level | top | top |
| Unlocking | No | Standard |
| Vanity Mirror Illuminated | No | - |
| Variant Role | Commercial utility derivative | Mid-to-high value derivative |
| Vdc | No | Standard |
| Vehicle To Grid | Not Available | Not Available |
| Vehicle To Load | Not Available | Not Available |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | No | Standard |
| Walk Away Lock | No | Standard |
| Wireless Charger | No | Standard |
| Accelerator 0 100 | - | 10.9 sec |
| Spec | K2500 | Polo Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.5-litre Turbocharged Diesel | 1-litre Turbocharged Petrol |
| Engine Code | J2T | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 2498 cc | 999 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Cylinder Layout | Inline | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Valves | 8 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | Turbocharged |
| Fuel System | Direct Injection Turbodiesel | Direct Injection Turbocharged |
| Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Bore | 91 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Stroke | 96 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Maximum Power | 70 kW @ 3600 rpm | 70 kW |
| Maximum Torque | 225 Nm @ 1500 rpm | 175 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 | RWD | FWD |
| Transmission | 5-Speed Manual | 7-Speed DCT |
| Top Speed | 140 km/h | 183 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | Not Officially Disclosed | 10.9 sec |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Launch Control | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rev Limiter | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 35.4 kW/tonne | 62.2 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 113.6 Nm/tonne | 155.6 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 | K2500 | Polo Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Position | Front Transverse | - |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed Manual | 7-Speed DSG |
| Drivetrain Layout | RWD | Front Wheel Drive |
| LSD Available | No | Not Applicable |
| Transfer Case | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Differential Lock | No | Not Applicable |
| Paddle Shifters | No | Standard |
| Final Drive Ratio | 4.30 | Not Applicable |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | 15.2:1 | - |
| Number of Gears | 5 | 7 |
| Transmission Type | Manual Transmission | Automatic |
| Clutch Type | Single Dry Disc | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Yes | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Type | Manual | 7-Speed DSG |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
| 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 | Standard |
| Differential Type Front | Not Available | Not Available |
| Differential Type Rear | Not Available | Not Available |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Gearbox Type | 5-Speed Manual | 7-Speed DSG |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Axle Layout | RWD | FWD |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Transfer Case Guard | Not Available | Not Available |
| Transmission Speeds | 5 | 7 |
| Spec | K2500 | Polo Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 9.5 km/l | 18.9 km/l |
| City Mileage | 8.0 km/l | 14 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | 11.1 km/l | 20 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 l | 45 l |
| Emission Standard | Euro 3 | Euro 6 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | No | Not Applicable |
| Auto Start Stop | No | Not Applicable |
| Low Fuel Warning | Yes | - |
| Real-world Mileage | 9.5 km/l | 18.9 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 75 | 45 |
| 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 | K2500 | Polo Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 0 | 6 |
| ABS | No | Standard |
| Electronic Stability Control | No | Standard |
| Traction Control | No | Standard |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Hill Start Assist | No | Standard |
| Child Safety Lock | No | Standard |
| ISOFIX Mounts | No | Standard |
| Brake Assist | No | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | No | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Standard |
| Alarm System | No | Standard |
| Central Locking | Yes | Standard |
| Side Impact Beams | Yes | - |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Yes | Not Available |
| Speed Alert System | Yes | - |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | No | - |
| Front Parking Sensors | No | Not Available |
| Whiplash Protection | No | - |
| Lane Change Warning | No | - |
| AEB | No | Not Available |
| BA | No | Standard |
| Brake Override System | Yes | Not Available |
| Curtain Airbags | No | Not Available |
| Driver Airbag | No | 6 |
| EBD | No | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Standard |
| Fatigue Detection | No | - |
| Hill Hold | No | Standard |
| Passenger Airbag | No | 6 |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | No | Not Available |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Yes | Not Available |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Yes | Not Available |
| Side Airbags | No | Not Available |
| Stability Control | No | Standard |
| TCS | No | Standard |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | No | Standard |
| Knee Airbag | No | Not Available |
| ABS EBD | No | Standard |
| Anti Theft Alarm | No | Standard |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | 0 | 6 |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | 0 | 6 |
| ESC With Traction Control | No | Standard |
| Spec | K2500 | Polo Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | No | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | No | Not Available |
| Lane Keep Assist | No | Not Available |
| Lane Departure Warning | No | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | No | Standard |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | No | Not Available |
| Parking Sensors | No | Rear |
| Rear View Camera | No | Standard |
| 360 Degree Camera | No | Not Available |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | No | Not Available |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | No | Not Available |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | No | Not Available |
| Auto Highbeam | No | Not Available |
| Auto Lights | No | Standard |
| Auto Wipers | No | Standard |
| Eco Mode | No | - |
| EV Mode | No | Not Available |
| Rear Parking Sensors | No | Rear |
| Reverse Camera | No | Standard |
| Sport Mode | No | - |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | No | Not Available |
| Park Assist | No | Not Available |
| Around View Monitor | No | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Warning | No | Standard |
| Emergency Braking | No | Not Available |
| Forward Collision Warning | No | Not Available |
| Front Camera | No | - |
| Parking Distance Sensors | No | Rear |
| Parking Sensor | No | Rear |
| Automatic High Beam | No | - |
| Pre-Collision System | No | Not Available |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | No | Standard |
| Rear View Camera | No | Standard |
| Reverse Camera Type | No | Standard |
| Reversing Camera | No | Standard |
| Surround View Camera | No | Not Available |
| Spec | K2500 | Polo Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Vinyl | Fabric/Leatherette |
| Seat Adjustment | 2-Way Manual | Manual |
| Heated Seats | No | Not Applicable |
| Ventilated Seats | No | Not Applicable |
| Steering Type | Yes | Electric |
| Steering Adjustment | Tilt and Telescopic | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Ambient Lighting | No | Standard |
| Folding Rear Seats | No | 60/40 Split |
| Front Armrest | No | Rear Centre Armrest |
| Rear Armrest | No | - |
| Front Shoulder Room | 1405 mm | Not Applicable |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 1350 mm | Not Applicable |
| Cup Holders | 2 | - |
| Rear AC Vents | No | - |
| Rear USB Ports | No | 2 |
| Steering Wheel Material | Urethane | Not Applicable |
| Instrument Cluster Type | Analogue | Standard |
| Interior Colour Options | Grey | 4 |
| Driver Lumbar Support | No | - |
| Door Map Pockets | Yes | - |
| 60 40 Split Seat | No | 60/40 Split |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | 2-Way Manual | Manual |
| Adjustable Front Seat | 2-Way Manual | - |
| Cooled Seats | No | - |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | 2-Way Manual | Manual |
| Fabric Seats | No | Fabric/Leatherette |
| Front Headrest | Adjustable | - |
| Leather Seats | No | - |
| Memory Seats | No | - |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | 2-Way Manual | Manual |
| Rear Headrest | No | - |
| Armrest Front | No | Rear Centre Armrest |
| Armrest Rear | No | - |
| Driver Seat | 2-Way Manual | Manual |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | Commercial cab, driver and passenger seating, basic instrumentation, air conditioning (Aircon variant), manual controls | Composition Media infotainment, rear camera, cloth seats, air conditioning |
| Interior Trim Colour | Grey | - |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | Vinyl | Fabric/Leatherette |
| Interior Colours | Grey | 4 |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | No | - |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | No | - |
| Seat Belt Warning | Yes | - |
| Seat Fold Type | No | 60/40 Split |
| Seat Trim | Vinyl | Fabric/Leatherette |
| Spec | K2500 | Polo Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | 0-inch Touchscreen | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Apple CarPlay | No | Standard |
| Android Auto | No | Standard |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | No | Standard |
| Number of Speakers | 2 | 6 |
| Navigation System | No | Standard |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | No | Standard |
| USB Ports | 0 | 2 |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | No | Standard |
| Wireless Android Auto | No | Standard |
| FM Radio | Yes | - |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | No | - |
| Voice Recognition | No | Standard |
| AUX Input | No | - |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 0 | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | No | - |
| Audio Controls On Steering | No | - |
| Infotainment Display | 0 | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Rear Usb | No | 2 |
| Premium Audio | No | - |
| Audio | Yes | - |
| Audio Speakers | 2 | 6 |
| Audio System | Yes | 6 |
| Display Audio | 0-inch Touchscreen | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | 0 | 2 |
| Head Up Display | No | - |
| Infotainment Screen | 0 | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Multi Information Display | Analogue | Standard |
| Connected Services | No | Standard |
| Voice Control | No | Standard |
| Smartphone Connectivity | No | Standard |
| Radio | Yes | - |
| Touchscreen | 0 | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Spec | K2500 | Polo Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | No | LED |
| Daytime Running Lamps | Yes | LED |
| Fog Lamps | No | LED |
| Roof Rails | No | Not Available |
| Alloy Wheel Design | Steel | 16-inch Alloy |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | No | Not Available |
| Body Cladding | No | - |
| Rear Spoiler | No | Not Available |
| Exterior Colour Options | White | 4 |
| Roof Type | Cab | Standard |
| Wing Mirror Type | Manual | - |
| Rear Wiper | No | - |
| Door Handle Finish | Metal | - |
| Body Type | Tipper Truck | Sedan |
| DRL | Yes | LED |
| Fog Lights | No | LED |
| Front Fog Lights | No | LED |
| Led Headlights | No | LED |
| Led Taillights | No | - |
| Rear Fog Lights | No | - |
| Front Overhang | 870 mm | - |
| Rear Overhang | 1400 mm | - |
| Auto Headlights | No | Standard |
| Automatic Headlamps | No | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lights | Yes | LED |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | Cab | Standard |
| Exterior Colour Options | 1 | 4 |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | Metal | - |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | No | All Doors |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | No | - |
| Front Fog Lamps | No | LED |
| Headlamp Levelling | No | LED |
| Headlamps | No | LED |
| Headlight Type | No | LED |
| Headlights | No | LED |
| Load Bed Liner | Not Available | Not Available |
| Panoramic Sunroof | No | Standard |
| Active Exhaust | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rear Spoiler | No | Not Available |
| Spec | K2500 | Polo Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | 25 deg | - |
| Departure Angle | 17 deg | - |
| Wading Depth | Not Available | - |
| Terrain Modes | Not Available | Not Available |
| Locking Differential | No | Not Applicable |
| Underbody Protection | No | Not Available |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | 15 deg | - |
| Recovery Hooks | Yes | - |
| 4WD System Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Ramp-over Angle | 19 deg | - |
| Approach Angle Deg | 25 deg | - |
| Breakover Angle | 15 deg | Not Available |
| Departure Angle Deg | 17 deg | - |
| Energy Recovery Display | Not Available | Not Available |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | Not Available | Not Available |
| Ground Clearance Max | 195 mm | 130 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | 195 mm | 130 mm |
| Off Road Descent Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Off Road Traction Assist | Not Available | Not Available |
| Crawl Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rear Skid Plate Guard | Not Available | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Fuel Tank | Not Available | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Transfer Case | Not Available | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Mud | Not Available | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Normal | Not Available | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Rock | Not Available | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Sand | Not Available | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Snow | Not Available | Not Available |
| Terrain Response System | Not Available | Not Available |
| Underbody Camera | Not Available | Not Available |
| Wading Depth Mm | - | - |
| Spec | K2500 | Polo Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 195R15C | 195/55 R16 |
| Wheel Type | Steel | 16-inch Alloy |
| Front Brake Type | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Drum | Drum |
| Spare Wheel Type | Full-Size Spare | Full Size |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | 300 mm | - |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | 276 mm | - |
| Parking Brake Type | Manual | - |
| Tyre Load Index | 116 | - |
| Tyre Speed Rating | L | - |
| Wheel Rim Size | 195R15C | 16-inch Alloy |
| Brake Type Front | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Brake Type Rear | Drum | Drum |
| Spare Tyre | Full-Size Spare | Full Size |
| Tyre Type | Radial | 195/55 R16 |
| Front Tyre Width | 195 mm | - |
| Rear Tyre Width | 195 mm | - |
| Wheel Diameter | 195R15C | 16-inch Alloy |
| Auto Brake Hold | Manual | - |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | No | Not Available |
| Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Cornering Brake Control | No | Standard |
| Electric Park Brake | Manual | - |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | No | - |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | Not Available | Not Available |
| Handbrake Type | Manual | Not Applicable |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | No | Standard |
| Leather Steering Wheel | Urethane | - |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | Full-Size Spare | Full Size |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | No | - |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | No | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | No | - |
| Steering Wheel Trim | Urethane | - |
| Tyre Pressure Display | No | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | No | Standard |
| Wheel Material | Steel | 16-inch Alloy |
| Wheel Size Type | 195R15C | - |
| Wheels | Steel | 16-inch Alloy |
| Spec | K2500 | Polo Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Service Interval | 7500 | - |
| Approx Service Cost | R2,000 per service | - |
| Battery Warranty | 5 Years / 150,000 km | - |
| Maintenance Plan | 1 Year / 15,000 km | - |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 8.0 l | - |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | 7500 | - |
| First Service At | 7500 | - |
| Service Plan Duration | 1 Year / 15,000 km | Not Available |
| Service Plan Distance | 1 Year / 15,000 km | Not Available |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | Yes | - |
| Alternator | Yes | - |
| Service Plan | 1 Year / 15,000 km | Not Available |
| Service Intervals | 7500 | - |
| Spec | K2500 | Polo Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty Years | 5 Years / 150,000 km | 2 |
| Warranty Kilometers | 5 Years / 150,000 km | 2 |
| Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | Not Available |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | 3 Years | - |
| Basic Warranty | 5 Years / 150,000 km | 2 |
| Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | Not Available |
| Warranty | 5 Years / 150,000 km | 2 |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | Not Available |
| Spec | K2500 | Polo Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 275 g/km | 118 g/km |
| Start Stop System | No | - |
| Hybrid System Type | Not Available | Not Available |
| Noise Level | 78 dB | - |
| Variable Valve Timing | No | - |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | B7 Diesel | Petrol |
| Particulate Filter | DPF | Not Available |
| Euro Emission Standard | Euro 3 | Euro 6 |
| Idle CO2 Output | 289 | 118 |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | No | - |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | 275 | 118 |
| Spec | K2500 | Polo Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | 6.8 l/100km | 7 l/100km |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | 8.8 l/100km | 8.5 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | 10.0 l/100km | 5.5 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | 11.7 l/100km | 6.5 l/100km |
| Owner Review Count | - | 8 |
| Spec | K2500 | Polo Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Top | Top |
| Price Zar | 460995 ZAR | 483700 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Current listed price | Current listed price |
| Starting Price | 460995 | 483700 |
| Starting Price Zar | 460995 | 483700 |
In depth: how these cars differ
This K2500 and Polo Sedan 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: K2500 41 vs Polo Sedan 36.
Efficiency index: K2500 40 vs Polo Sedan 72.
Safety-equipment index: K2500 0 vs Polo Sedan 88.
Practicality index: K2500 71 vs Polo Sedan 63.
Ownership-cover index: K2500 49 vs Polo Sedan 26.
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
Polo Sedan leads by 18 points
Polo Sedan holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over K2500.
Evidence leader
58
/100
Lead
18
points
Data
77%
source coverage
58
#1
Evidence leader
Polo Sedan
77% source coverage
2 strong categories
Best at
Safety 88
Check
Ownership 26
Performance
36
Efficiency
72
Safety
88
Practicality
63
Ownership
26
Leads by 18 points
40
#2
K2500
84% source coverage
1 strong categories
Best at
Practicality 71
Check
Safety 0
Performance
41
Efficiency
40
Safety
0
Practicality
71
Ownership
49
Performance 24%
Safety 22%
Practicality 22%
Efficiency 17%
Ownership 15%
Category leaders
What moves the verdict
Performance
K2500 +5
Efficiency
Polo Sedan +32
Safety
Polo Sedan +88
Practicality
K2500 +8
Ownership
K2500 +23
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Polo Sedan
Performance
36/100
Efficiency
72/100
Safety
88/100
Practicality
63/100
Ownership
26/100
K2500
Performance
41/100
Efficiency
40/100
Safety
0/100
Practicality
71/100
Ownership
49/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
Volkswagen Polo Sedan
leads the specification evidence index with 58 pts
vs 40 pts for K2500
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Polo Sedan leads. However, K2500 may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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K2500 vs Polo Sedan 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.
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