Source type: Official OEM South Africa
KIA K2700 vs Toyota Starlet Cross
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 K2700
2.7D Workhorse Tipper
Diesel
5-Speed Manual
Current
ZAR 404,995
ex-showroom
⚡ 56 kW
🔧 152 Nm
⛽ 10.5 km/l
VS
Toyota Starlet Cross
1.5 XR CVT
Petrol
CVT
Current
ZAR 375,900
ex-showroom
⚡ 77 kW
🔧 140 Nm
⛽ 18.5 km/l
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Decision summary
KIA K2700 vs Toyota Starlet Cross: the short answer
Starlet Cross holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over K2700.
Starlet Cross starts ZAR 47,095 cheaper
K2700 from ZAR 351,995 · Starlet Cross from ZAR 304,900
Five key differences
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| Specification | K2700 | Starlet Cross |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | K270056 kW @ 3200 rpm | Starlet Cross77 kW |
| Maximum Torque | K2700152 Nm @ 2000 rpm | Starlet Cross140 Nm |
| Engine Size | K27002665 cc | Starlet Cross1498 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | K270010.5 km/l | Starlet Cross18.5 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | K2700195 mm | Starlet Cross185 mm |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Source type: Official OEM South Africa
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
K2700
Strengths
- Stronger published practicality figures
- Stronger published ownership cover
Weak Spots
- Less powerful engine setup
- Lower fuel efficiency
- Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:
Published Practicality
Specification evidence leader
Starlet Cross
Strengths
- More powerful engine output
- Better fuel efficiency
- Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
- Lower published practicality figures
- Lower published ownership cover
Best suited to:
Published Performance
Published Efficiency
Which One's Right for You?
K2700
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published warranty or service cover
Starlet Cross
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
- 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 | K2700 | Starlet Cross |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 1997 | 2022 |
| Generation | Long-running light commercial vehicle; established in SA commercial fleet market | First generation Starlet Cross for SA market |
| Facelift History | Updated in 2005, 2012; current model ongoing production with specification updates | Introduced to SA in 2022 as a Starlet-based crossover |
| Facelift Launched Since | 2012 | 2022 |
| Facelift Version Ending | Current | Current |
| Body Style | Van | SUV |
| Color Note | White (standard fleet specification) | White Pearl, Silver Metallic, Black, Blue, Red |
| Dealer Stock Note | Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup | Top grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Production Status | active | active |
| Segment | Van | SUV |
| Tare Mass Kg | 1880 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Type | Van | SUV |
| Spec | K2700 | Starlet Cross |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4870 mm | 4055 mm |
| Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Height | 2060 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2685 mm | 2520 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 195 mm | 185 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | 145 mm | 125 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 l | 42 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 3000 l | 270 l |
| Kerb Weight | 1880 kg | 1080 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 2850 kg | 1480 kg |
| Payload Capacity | 1300 kg | 400 kg |
| Towing Capacity | 1180 kg | 1600 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Rows | 1 rows | 2 rows |
| Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 11.4 m | 5.1 m |
| Front Headroom | 1010 mm | 991 mm |
| Rear Headroom | Not Applicable | 940 mm |
| Front Legroom | 1040 mm | 1039 mm |
| Rear Legroom | Not Applicable | 881 mm |
| Spec | K2700 | Starlet Cross |
|---|---|---|
| Front Track Width | 1490 mm | Not Applicable |
| Rear Track Width | 1550 mm | Not Applicable |
| Front Suspension | Independent Double Wishbone | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Rigid Axle Leaf Spring | Torsion Beam |
| Chassis Type | Body-on-Frame | - |
| 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 | Front |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | No | - |
| Shock Absorber Type | Telescopic | - |
| Chassis Material | Body-on-Frame | - |
| Front Suspension Type | Independent Double Wishbone | MacPherson Strut |
| 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 |
| MagneRide Damping | - | Not Available |
| Spec | K2700 | Starlet Cross |
|---|---|---|
| Load Bed Length | 1800 mm | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | 1500 mm | Not Applicable |
| Climate Control | No | Manual AC |
| Power Windows | No | All Doors |
| Keyless Entry | No | Standard |
| Push Button Start | No | Standard |
| Wireless Charging | No | Standard |
| Sunroof | No | Not Available |
| Electric Tailgate | No | Not Available |
| Automatic Headlamps | No | Not Available |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | No | Not Available |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | No | - |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | Not Applicable | 270 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 | Manual AC |
| 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 | Manual AC |
| Door Ajar Warning | Yes | - |
| Drag Coefficient | 0.45 | - |
| Driver Display | Analogue Cluster | - |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | No | All Doors |
| Engine Check Warning | Yes | - |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | No | Standard |
| Engine Start Stop | No | Standard |
| Engine Start Stop Button | No | Standard |
| Engine Warranty | 5 Years / 150,000 km | 5 Years / 150,000 km |
| Front Armrest | No | Standard |
| Front Power Outlet | No | - |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | 9.5 | 5.4 |
| 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 | No | - |
| Multi Function Steering | No | - |
| Panoramic Roof | No | Not Available |
| Performance Data Logger | No | Not Available |
| Power Mirrors | No | All Doors |
| Push Button Start | No | Standard |
| Rear Defogger | No | - |
| Rear Reading Lamps | No | - |
| Rear Seat Split | No | Standard |
| 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 |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | Yes | - |
| Service Reminder | Yes | - |
| Side Steps | No | - |
| Skid Plates | No | - |
| Spare Wheel | Full-Size Spare | Compact |
| Speed Alert System | No | - |
| Stabilizer Bar | Yes | Front |
| 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 | Not Available |
| Voice Command Support | No | Not Available |
| Air Conditioning | No | Manual AC |
| 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 | Standard |
| Common Rail Injection | Direct Injection | Multi-Point EFI |
| Diff Lock | No | Not Available |
| Difflock | No | Not Available |
| Digital Speedometer | No | Not Available |
| 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 | 1800 mm | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | Not Available | Not Available |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | Not Available | Not Available |
| Loadbox Width Mm | 1500 mm | Not Applicable |
| Manual Aircon | No | Manual AC |
| 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 | 185R14C | Standard |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | No | Not Available |
| Side Impact Bars | Yes | - |
| Sonar | No | Rear |
| Sound System | 2 | 4 |
| Source Model Column | k2700 | starlet-cross |
| Sports Bar | Not Available | Not Available |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | Yes | Front |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | No | - |
| Steering Column Adjustment | Tilt and Telescopic | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Sub Frame | Body-on-Frame | - |
| 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 | flagship | top |
| Unlocking | No | Standard |
| Vanity Mirror Illuminated | No | - |
| Variant Role | Flagship / premium 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 | - | 11.8 sec |
| Sport Plus Mode | - | Not Available |
| Spec | K2700 | Starlet Cross |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.7-litre Naturally Aspirated Diesel | 1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol |
| Engine Code | J2 | Market-specific engine family |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 2665 cc | 1498 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Cylinder Layout | Inline | Inline |
| Valves | 8 | 16 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 | 4 |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated | Naturally Aspirated |
| Fuel System | Direct Injection | Multi-Point Injection |
| Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Bore | 94 mm | 82.0 mm |
| Stroke | 96 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Maximum Power | 56 kW @ 3200 rpm | 77 kW |
| Maximum Torque | 152 Nm @ 2000 rpm | 140 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 | CVT |
| Top Speed | 130 km/h | 175 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | Not Officially Disclosed | 11.8 sec |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | 15.5 sec |
| Drive Modes | No | Eco, Comfort, Sport |
| Launch Control | No | No |
| Rev Limiter | Not Officially Disclosed | 6500 rpm |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 29.8 kW/tonne | 71.3 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 80.9 Nm/tonne | 129.6 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 | K2700 | Starlet Cross |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Position | Front Transverse | - |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed Manual | CVT |
| Drivetrain Layout | RWD | FF |
| LSD Available | No | No |
| Transfer Case | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Differential Lock | No | Not Applicable |
| Paddle Shifters | No | No |
| Final Drive Ratio | 4.10 | Not Applicable |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | 15.2:1 | - |
| Number of Gears | 5 | 5 |
| Transmission Type | Manual Transmission | Continuously Variable Transmission |
| Clutch Type | Single Dry Disc | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Yes | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Type | Manual | CVT |
| 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 | No |
| 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 | CVT |
| 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 | 5 |
| Spec | K2700 | Starlet Cross |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 10.5 km/l | 18.5 km/l |
| City Mileage | 9.1 km/l | 14.0 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | 11.8 km/l | 18.5 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 l | 42 l |
| Emission Standard | Euro 3 | Euro 4 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | No | Not Applicable |
| Auto Start Stop | No | Not Applicable |
| Low Fuel Warning | Yes | - |
| Real-world Mileage | 10.5 km/l | 18.5 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 70 | 42 |
| 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 | K2700 | Starlet Cross |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 0 | 4 |
| 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 | 4 |
| EBD | No | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Standard |
| Fatigue Detection | No | - |
| Hill Hold | No | Standard |
| Passenger Airbag | No | 4 |
| 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 | Not Available |
| Knee Airbag | No | Not Available |
| ABS EBD | No | Standard |
| Anti Theft Alarm | No | Standard |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | 0 | 4 |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | 0 | 4 |
| ESC With Traction Control | No | Standard |
| Spec | K2700 | Starlet Cross |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Not Available |
| 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 | Not Available |
| Auto Wipers | No | Not Available |
| 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 | Not Available |
| 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 | Not Available |
| Rear View Camera | No | Standard |
| Reverse Camera Type | No | Standard |
| Reversing Camera | No | Standard |
| Surround View Camera | No | Not Available |
| Spec | K2700 | Starlet Cross |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Vinyl | Fabric |
| Seat Adjustment | 2-Way Manual | Manual 6-Way |
| 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 | Not Applicable |
| Folding Rear Seats | No | Standard |
| Front Armrest | No | Standard |
| 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 | Not Available |
| Interior Colour Options | Grey | 5 |
| Driver Lumbar Support | No | - |
| Door Map Pockets | Yes | - |
| 60 40 Split Seat | No | Standard |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | 2-Way Manual | Manual 6-Way |
| Adjustable Front Seat | 2-Way Manual | - |
| Cooled Seats | No | - |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | 2-Way Manual | Manual 6-Way |
| Fabric Seats | No | Fabric |
| Front Headrest | Adjustable | - |
| Leather Seats | No | - |
| Memory Seats | No | - |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | 2-Way Manual | Manual |
| Rear Headrest | No | - |
| Armrest Front | No | Standard |
| Armrest Rear | No | - |
| Driver Seat | 2-Way Manual | Manual 6-Way |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | Commercial cab with driver and passenger seating, basic audio, air conditioning (Aircon variants), manual windows, simplified commercial switchgear | 7-inch touchscreen, reversing camera, air conditioning, 5-seat layout |
| Interior Trim Colour | Grey | - |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | Vinyl | Fabric |
| Interior Colours | Grey | 5 |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | No | - |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | No | - |
| Seat Belt Warning | Yes | - |
| Seat Fold Type | No | Standard |
| Seat Trim | Vinyl | Fabric |
| Spec | K2700 | Starlet Cross |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | 0-inch Touchscreen | 8-inch Touchscreen |
| Apple CarPlay | No | Standard |
| Android Auto | No | Standard |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | No | Standard |
| Number of Speakers | 2 | 4 |
| Navigation System | No | Not Available |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | No | Not Applicable |
| 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 | Not Available |
| AUX Input | No | - |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 0 | 8-inch Touchscreen |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | No | - |
| Audio Controls On Steering | No | - |
| Infotainment Display | 0 | 8-inch Touchscreen |
| Rear Usb | No | 2 |
| Premium Audio | No | - |
| Audio | Yes | - |
| Audio Speakers | 2 | 4 |
| Audio System | Yes | 4 |
| Display Audio | 0-inch Touchscreen | 8-inch Touchscreen |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | 0 | 2 |
| Head Up Display | No | - |
| Infotainment Screen | 0 | 8-inch Touchscreen |
| Multi Information Display | Analogue | Not Available |
| Connected Services | No | Standard |
| Voice Control | No | Not Available |
| Smartphone Connectivity | No | Standard |
| Radio | Yes | - |
| Touchscreen | 0 | 8-inch Touchscreen |
| Spec | K2700 | Starlet Cross |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | No | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lamps | Yes | Standard |
| Fog Lamps | No | Standard |
| Roof Rails | No | Not Available |
| Alloy Wheel Design | Steel | Standard |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | No | Not Available |
| Body Cladding | No | - |
| Rear Spoiler | No | Not Available |
| Exterior Colour Options | White | 5 |
| Roof Type | Cab | Not Available |
| Wing Mirror Type | Manual | - |
| Rear Wiper | No | - |
| Door Handle Finish | Metal | - |
| Body Type | Tipper Truck | SUV |
| DRL | Yes | Standard |
| Fog Lights | No | Standard |
| Front Fog Lights | No | Standard |
| Led Headlights | No | Standard |
| Led Taillights | No | - |
| Rear Fog Lights | No | - |
| Front Overhang | 820 mm | - |
| Rear Overhang | 1365 mm | - |
| Auto Headlights | No | Not Available |
| Automatic Headlamps | No | Not Available |
| Daytime Running Lights | Yes | Standard |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | Cab | Not Available |
| Exterior Colour Options | 1 | 5 |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | Metal | - |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | No | All Doors |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | No | - |
| Front Fog Lamps | No | Standard |
| Headlamp Levelling | No | Standard |
| Headlamps | No | Standard |
| Headlight Type | No | Standard |
| Headlights | No | Standard |
| Load Bed Liner | Not Available | Not Available |
| Panoramic Sunroof | No | Not Available |
| Rear Spoiler | No | Not Available |
| Active Exhaust | - | Not Available |
| Spec | K2700 | Starlet Cross |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | 25 deg | Not Available |
| Departure Angle | 18 deg | Not Available |
| Wading Depth | Not Available | Not Available |
| Terrain Modes | Not Available | Not Available |
| Locking Differential | No | Not Applicable |
| Underbody Protection | No | - |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | 16 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 | 16 deg | Not Available |
| Departure Angle Deg | 18 deg | - |
| Energy Recovery Display | Not Available | Not Available |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | Not Available | Not Available |
| Ground Clearance Max | 195 mm | 185 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | 195 mm | 185 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 |
| Spec | K2700 | Starlet Cross |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 185R14C | 195/55 R16 |
| Wheel Type | Steel | Standard |
| Front Brake Type | Ventilated Disc | Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Drum | Drum |
| Spare Wheel Type | Full-Size Spare | Compact |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | 280 mm | - |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | 260 mm | - |
| Parking Brake Type | Manual | - |
| Tyre Load Index | 112 | - |
| Tyre Speed Rating | L | - |
| Wheel Rim Size | 185R14C | Standard |
| Brake Type Front | Ventilated Disc | Disc |
| Brake Type Rear | Drum | Drum |
| Spare Tyre | Full-Size Spare | Compact |
| Tyre Type | Radial | 195/55 R16 |
| Front Tyre Width | 185 mm | - |
| Rear Tyre Width | 185 mm | - |
| Wheel Diameter | 185R14C | Standard |
| Auto Brake Hold | Manual | - |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | No | Not Available |
| Brakes | Ventilated Disc | 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 | Compact |
| 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 | Standard |
| Wheel Size Type | 185R14C | - |
| Wheels | Steel | Standard |
| Spec | K2700 | Starlet Cross |
|---|---|---|
| Service Interval | 7500 | - |
| Approx Service Cost | R1,800 per service | - |
| Battery Warranty | 5 Years / 150,000 km | 5 Years / 150,000 km |
| Maintenance Plan | 1 Year / 15,000 km | 3 Years / 45,000 km |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 7.5 l | - |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | 7500 | - |
| First Service At | 7500 | - |
| Service Plan Duration | 1 Year / 15,000 km | 3 Years / 45,000 km |
| Service Plan Distance | 1 Year / 15,000 km | 3 Years / 45,000 km |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | Yes | - |
| Alternator | Yes | - |
| Service Plan | 1 Year / 15,000 km | 3 Years / 45,000 km |
| Service Intervals | 7500 | - |
| Spec | K2700 | Starlet Cross |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty Years | 5 Years / 150,000 km | 3 years / 100 000 km |
| Warranty Kilometers | 5 Years / 150,000 km | 3 years / 100 000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | 3 Years |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | 3 Years | - |
| Basic Warranty | 5 Years / 150,000 km | 3 years / 100 000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | 3 Years |
| Warranty | 5 Years / 150,000 km | 3 years / 100 000 km |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | 3 Years |
| Spec | K2700 | Starlet Cross |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 249 g/km | 128 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 4 |
| Idle CO2 Output | 261 | 128 |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | No | - |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | 249 | 128 |
| Spec | K2700 | Starlet Cross |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | 7.7 l/100km | 6.5 l/100km |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | 10.0 l/100km | 8 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | 10.6 l/100km | 5.5 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | 12.4 l/100km | 6.5 l/100km |
| Owner Review Count | - | 8 |
| Spec | K2700 | Starlet Cross |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Flagship | Top |
| Price Zar | 404995 ZAR | 375900 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Current listed price | Current listed price |
| Starting Price | 404995 | 375900 |
| Starting Price Zar | 404995 | 375900 |
In depth: how these cars differ
This K2700 and Starlet Cross 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: K2700 32 vs Starlet Cross 34.
Efficiency index: K2700 43 vs Starlet Cross 70.
Safety-equipment index: K2700 0 vs Starlet Cross 70.
Practicality index: K2700 68 vs Starlet Cross 55.
Ownership-cover index: K2700 49 vs Starlet Cross 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.
Model imagery
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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
Starlet Cross leads by 17 points
Starlet Cross holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over K2700.
Evidence leader
54
/100
Lead
17
points
Data
87%
source coverage
54
#1
Evidence leader
Starlet Cross
87% source coverage
2 strong categories
Best at
Efficiency 70
Check
Performance 34
Performance
34
Efficiency
70
Safety
70
Practicality
55
Ownership
43
Leads by 17 points
37
#2
K2700
84% source coverage
0 strong categories
Best at
Practicality 68
Check
Safety 0
Performance
32
Efficiency
43
Safety
0
Practicality
68
Ownership
49
Performance 24%
Safety 22%
Practicality 22%
Efficiency 17%
Ownership 15%
Category leaders
What moves the verdict
Performance
Starlet Cross +2
Efficiency
Starlet Cross +27
Safety
Starlet Cross +70
Practicality
K2700 +13
Ownership
K2700 +6
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Starlet Cross
Performance
34/100
Efficiency
70/100
Safety
70/100
Practicality
55/100
Ownership
43/100
K2700
Performance
32/100
Efficiency
43/100
Safety
0/100
Practicality
68/100
Ownership
49/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
Toyota Starlet Cross
leads the specification evidence index with 54 pts
vs 37 pts for K2700
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Starlet Cross leads. However, K2700 may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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K2700 vs Starlet Cross questions
There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the models and available derivatives in South Africa on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.
Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.
Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.
A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.
Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.
Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.