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.
Starlet holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over K2700.
Starlet starts ZAR 107,095 cheaperK2700 from ZAR 351,995 · Starlet from ZAR 244,900
Five key differences
Exact selected derivatives
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Specification
K2700
Starlet
Maximum Power
K270056 kW @ 3200 rpm
Starlet72 kW @ 5500 rpm
Maximum Torque
K2700152 Nm @ 2000 rpm
Starlet140 Nm
Engine Size
K27002665 cc
Starlet996 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
K270010.5 km/l
Starlet16.7 km/l
Ground Clearance
K2700195 mm
Starlet162 mm
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Independent editorial assessment
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When a variant is selected, its rating out of five applies only to that exact derivative; a model-range review is not inherited. Editorial ratings are separate from the Specification Evidence Index out of 100 and are not customer ratings.
KIA K2700
2.7D Workhorse Tipper
Hagalu editorial ratingNot yet rated
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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
K2700
Strengths
Stronger published practicality figures
Stronger published ownership cover
Weak Spots
Lower fuel efficiency
Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:Published Practicality
Specification evidence leader
Starlet
Strengths
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
Lower published practicality figures
Lower published ownership cover
Best suited to: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
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
Front Brake Disc Diameter
280 mm
-
Front Brake Type
Ventilated Disc
Ventilated Disc
Brake Type Front
Ventilated Disc
Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type
Drum
Drum
Brake Type Rear
Drum
Drum
Rear Brake Drum Diameter
260 mm
-
Parking Brake Type
Manual
-
Tyre Size
185R14C
195/55 R16
Wheel Rim Size
185R14C
15-inch Alloy Wheels
Front Tyre Width
185 mm
-
Rear Tyre Width
185 mm
-
Wheel Diameter
185R14C
15-inch Alloy Wheels
Wheel Type
Steel
15-inch Alloy Wheels
Tyre Type
Radial
195/55 R16
Tyre Load Index
112
-
Tyre Speed Rating
L
-
Spare Tyre
Full-Size Spare
Full Size Steel
Spare Wheel Type
Full-Size Spare
Full Size Steel
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
No
Standard
Tyre Pressure Display
No
Standard
Hydraulic Brake Assist
No
Standard
Autonomous Emergency Brake
No
Standard
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
No
-
Wheel Material
Steel
15-inch Alloy Wheels
Wheels
Steel
15-inch Alloy Wheels
Spare Wheel Size Type
Full-Size Spare
Full Size Steel
Handbrake Type
Manual
Not Applicable
Electric Park Brake
Manual
-
Wheel Size Type
185R14C
-
Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
Not Available
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
No
Not Available
Steering Wheel Phone Controls
No
-
Leather Steering Wheel
Urethane
-
Steering Wheel Trim
Urethane
-
Brakes
Ventilated Disc
Ventilated Disc
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
No
-
Cornering Brake Control
No
Standard
Auto Brake Hold
Manual
-
Spec
K2700
Starlet
Intercooler
No
-
Rev Matching
No
Not Available
Performance Data Logger
No
Not Available
Fuel Consumption Combined
9.5
6
Engine Start Stop
No
Standard
Engine Start Stop Button
No
Standard
Engine Start Button Illumination
No
Standard
Engine Check Warning
Yes
-
Drag Coefficient
0.45
-
Load Bed Length
1800 mm
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
1500 mm
Not Applicable
Stabilizer Bar
Yes
-
Steering Response
Normal
-
Skid Plates
No
Not Available
Side Steps
No
-
Spare Wheel
Full-Size Spare
Full Size Steel
Tyre Repair Kit
No
-
Seatbelt Pre Tensioner
Yes
-
Hill Start Assist
No
Standard
Speed Limiter
Yes
-
Speed Alert System
No
-
Impact Sensing Door Unlock
Yes
-
Surround View Monitor
No
Not Available
Adaptive Dampers
No
Not Available
Wireless Charging
No
Optional
Voice Command
No
Standard
Voice Command Support
No
Standard
Digital Speedometer
No
Full Digital
Driver Display
Analogue Cluster
-
Heads Up Display
No
-
Tachometer
Yes
-
Trip Computer
Yes
-
Multi Function Steering
No
-
Steering Mounted Controls
No
-
Air Conditioning
No
Automatic AC
AC Type
No
Automatic AC
Climate Control
No
Automatic AC
Climate Zones
1
Automatic AC
Rear Air Conditioning
No
-
Glovebox Cooling
No
-
Seat Type
Vinyl Seats
Fabric
Driver Seat Height Adjustment
No
-
Rear Seat Split
No
60/40 Split
Headrest Adjustable
Yes
-
Front Armrest
No
Not Available
Vanity Mirror
No
-
12V Accessory Socket
Yes
-
Front Power Outlet
No
-
Rear Reading Lamps
No
-
Keyless Entry
No
Standard
Push Button Start
No
Standard
Push Button Start
No
Standard
Remote Engine Start
No
-
Remote Start
No
-
Remote Central Locking
Yes
Standard
Door Ajar Warning
Yes
-
Fuel Lid Opener
Manual
-
Boot Opener
Manual
-
Power Windows
No
All Doors
Power Mirrors
No
All Doors
Heated Mirrors
No
-
Electric Folding Mirrors
No
All Doors
Electric Mirror Folding
No
-
Remote Side Mirror
No
-
Auto Dimming Irvm
No
Standard
Auto Dimming Mirror
No
Standard
Rain Sensing Wipers
No
Standard
Rear Window Defroster
No
-
Rear Defogger
No
-
Follow Me Home Headlamps
No
-
Tail Lamps
No
-
Automatic Headlamps
No
Standard
Headlamp Height Adjust
Yes
-
Headlamp Washer
No
-
Sunroof
No
Not Available
Panoramic Roof
No
Not Available
Roof Antenna
Yes
-
Rear Wing
No
Not Available
Aero Kit
No
-
Chrome Grille
No
-
Chrome Exterior Highlights
No
-
Ride Mode Selection
No
-
Electric Tailgate
No
Not Available
Powered Tailgate
No
Not Available
Engine Warranty
5 Years / 150,000 km
Not Applicable
Service Reminder
Yes
-
Loadbox Length Mm
1800 mm
Not Applicable
Loadbox Width Mm
1500 mm
Not Applicable
Trim Level
flagship
top
Variant Role
Flagship / premium derivative
Mid-to-high value derivative
Common Rail Injection
Direct Injection
Direct Injection
Diff Lock
No
Not Applicable
Difflock
No
Not Applicable
Vdc
No
Standard
TPMS
No
Standard
Sonar
No
Rear
Automatic High Beam
No
-
Steering Column Adjustment
Tilt and Telescopic
Height Adjustable
Tilt Steering
Tilt and Telescopic
Height Adjustable
Telescopic Steering
Tilt and Telescopic
Height Adjustable
Bottle Holders
2
-
Glove Box
Yes
-
Manual Aircon
No
Automatic AC
Intelligent Keyless Entry
No
Standard
Passive Entry Start
No
Standard
Wireless Charger
No
Optional
Lift Gate
No
Not Available
Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors
No
-
Power Socket 12v
Yes
-
Sound System
2
4
Roof Rack Compatibility
No
Not Available
Mirror
Manual
All Doors
Rim Size
185R14C
15-inch Alloy Wheels
Stabilizer Bar Front
Yes
-
Stabilizer Bar Rear
No
-
Sub Frame
Body-on-Frame
Monocoque
Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
Not Available
Vehicle To Load
Not Available
Not Available
One Pedal Driving
Not Available
Not Available
Regenerative Braking Levels
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Electric Motor
Not Available
Not Available
Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
Not Available
Source Model Column
k2700
starlet
Intelligent Battery System
Not Available
Not Available
Front Diff Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Diff Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Depth Mm
Not Available
Not Available
Load Bed Cover
Not Available
Not Available
Load Bed Light
Not Available
Not Available
Load Bed Steps
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Rope Hooks
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Not Available
Not Available
Bed Extender
Not Available
Not Available
Canopy Fitment
Not Available
Not Available
Sports Bar
Not Available
Not Available
Tailgate Damper
Not Available
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Tow Bar Type
Not Available
Not Available
Unlocking
No
Standard
Walk Away Lock
No
Standard
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
No
Standard
Rear LED Combination Taillights
No
-
Front Wiper
No
-
Front Wipers Type
No
-
Rearview Mirror Inside
No
Standard
Vanity Mirror Illuminated
No
-
Reading Lights Rear
No
-
Centre Console
No
Not Available
Side Impact Bars
Yes
Standard
Boot Space Seats Folded
Not Applicable
265 l
Accelerator 0 100
-
12.0 sec
Sport Plus Mode
-
Not Available
Spec
K2700
Starlet
Fuel Octane Requirement
B7 Diesel
Petrol
Variable Valve Timing
No
-
Particulate Filter
DPF
Not Available
Fuel Evaporation Control
No
-
Idle CO2 Output
261
107
CO2 Emissions
249 g/km
107 g/km
Start Stop System
No
Standard
Euro Emission Standard
Euro 3
Euro 5
Noise Level
78 dB
67 dB
CO2 Emissions G Km
249
107
Hybrid System Type
Not Available
Not Applicable
Spec
K2700
Starlet
AdBlue Tank Capacity
No
Not Applicable
Claimed Mileage
10.5 km/l
16.7 km/l
City Mileage
9.1 km/l
13 km/l
Highway Mileage
11.8 km/l
18 km/l
Real-world Mileage
10.5 km/l
16.7 km/l
Auto Start Stop
No
Standard
Emission Standard
Euro 3
Euro 5
Low Fuel Warning
Yes
-
Fuel Tank Capacity
70 l
40 l
Fuel Tank Litres
70
40
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
K2700
Starlet
Engine Position
Front Transverse
Front Transverse
Gearbox
5-Speed Manual
CVT Automatic
Transmission Type
Manual Transmission
Continuously Variable Transmission
Number of Gears
5
4
Gear Shift Type
Manual
CVT Automatic
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Not Applicable
Clutch Type
Single Dry Disc
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
No
Not Applicable
Final Drive Ratio
4.10
Not Applicable
Drivetrain
RWD
FWD/
Drivetrain Layout
RWD
Front Wheel Drive
Differential Lock
No
Not Applicable
LSD Available
No
Not Applicable
Steering Turns Lock to Lock
15.2:1
-
Gearbox Type
5-Speed Manual
CVT Automatic
Transmission Speeds
5
4
Axle Layout
RWD
FWD
Automatic Shift Paddles
No
Not Applicable
4WD Engagement
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transfer Case Guard
Not Available
Not Available
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Type Front
Not Available
Not Available
Differential Type Rear
Not Available
Not Available
Spec
K2700
Starlet
Engine Immobiliser
Yes
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Yes
Standard
Brake Override System
Yes
Not Available
Tyre Pressure Monitor
No
Standard
Airbags
0
7
Driver Airbag
No
7
Passenger Airbag
No
7
Side Airbags
No
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
No
Not Available
Knee Airbag
No
Not Available
Side Impact Beams
Yes
Standard
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Yes
Not Available
Seatbelt Reminder
Yes
Not Available
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Yes
Not Available
Whiplash Protection
No
-
ABS
No
Standard
BA
No
Standard
EBD
No
Standard
Brake Assist
No
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
No
Standard
Stability Control
No
Standard
TCS
No
Standard
Traction Control
No
Standard
Hill Hold
No
Standard
Hill Start Assist
No
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
AEB
No
Standard
Pedestrian Detection AEB
No
-
Lane Change Warning
No
-
Blind Spot Monitoring
No
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
No
Standard
Fatigue Detection
No
-
Speed Alert System
Yes
-
Child Safety Lock
No
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
No
Standard
Front Parking Sensors
No
Not Available
Central Locking
Yes
Standard
Alarm System
No
Standard
ABS EBD
No
Standard
ESC With Traction Control
No
Standard
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
0
7
Driver Passenger Airbags
0
7
Anti Theft Alarm
No
Standard
Spec
K2700
Starlet
Alternator
Yes
-
Engine Oil Capacity
7.5 l
-
Engine Oil Change Interval
7500
15,000 km or 1 Year
Service Plan
1 Year / 15,000 km
Optional
Service Plan Duration
1 Year / 15,000 km
Optional
Service Plan Distance
1 Year / 15,000 km
Optional
Maintenance Plan
1 Year / 15,000 km
Optional
Service Interval
7500
15,000 km or 1 Year
First Service At
7500
-
Approx Service Cost
R1,800 per service
Approx R3,200
Anti-Rust Treatment
Yes
-
Service Intervals
7500
15,000 km or 1 Year
Battery Warranty
5 Years / 150,000 km
Not Applicable
Spec
K2700
Starlet
Real-world City Mileage Min
7.7 l/100km
14 l/100km
Real-world City Mileage Max
10.0 l/100km
17 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Min
10.6 l/100km
17 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Max
12.4 l/100km
20 l/100km
Owner Review Count
-
31
Spec
K2700
Starlet
EV Mode
No
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
No
Standard
Forward Collision Warning
No
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
No
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
No
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
No
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
No
Standard
Driver Fatigue Alert
No
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
No
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
No
Not Available
Cruise Control
No
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
No
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
No
Not Available
Reversing Camera
No
Standard
Rear View Camera
No
Standard
Reverse Camera
No
Standard
Rear Parking Sensors
No
Rear
Parking Sensors
No
Rear
Park Assist
No
Not Available
360 Degree Camera
No
Not Available
Auto Wipers
No
Standard
Auto Lights
No
Standard
Eco Mode
No
-
Sport Mode
No
-
Blind Spot Warning
No
Standard
Emergency Braking
No
Standard
Pre-Collision System
No
Not Available
Rear View Camera
No
Standard
Reverse Camera Type
No
Standard
Around View Monitor
No
Not Available
Surround View Camera
No
Not Available
Parking Distance Sensors
No
Rear
Parking Sensor
No
Rear
Front Camera
No
-
Automatic High Beam
No
-
Rain Sensor Wipers
No
Standard
Spec
K2700
Starlet
Locking Differential
No
Not Applicable
Approach Angle
25 deg
-
Departure Angle
18 deg
-
Ramp Breakover Angle
16 deg
-
Ramp-over Angle
19 deg
-
Recovery Hooks
Yes
-
Underbody Protection
No
Not Available
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Modes
Not Available
Not Available
Ground Clearance Min
195 mm
162 mm
Ground Clearance Max
195 mm
162 mm
Off Road Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Terrain Response System
Not Available
Not Available
Crawl Control
Not Available
Not Available
Underbody Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Energy Recovery Display
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
Off Road Traction Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Skid Plates Transfer Case
Not Available
Not Available
Skid Plates Fuel Tank
Not Available
Not Available
Front Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
Not Available
Approach Angle Deg
25 deg
-
Departure Angle Deg
18 deg
-
Breakover Angle
16 deg
Not Available
Wading Depth
Not Available
-
Wading Depth Mm
-
-
Spec
K2700
Starlet
Length
4870 mm
3995 mm
Width
1840 mm
1695 mm
Height
2060 mm
1520 mm
Wheelbase
2685 mm
2520 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
195 mm
162 mm
Minimum Turning Radius
11.4 m
4.9 m
Kerb Weight
1880 kg
1005 kg
Doors
2 doors
5 doors
Seating Capacity
2 seats
5 seats
Front Headroom
1010 mm
982 mm
Front Legroom
1040 mm
1030 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
70 l
40 l
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
145 mm
125 mm
Towing Capacity
1180 kg
1600 kg
Number of Rows
1 rows
2 rows
Boot/Cargo Space
3000 l
265 l
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2850 kg
1420 kg
Payload Capacity
1300 kg
415 kg
Rear Headroom
Not Applicable
955 mm
Rear Legroom
Not Applicable
885 mm
Spec
K2700
Starlet
Front Track Width
1490 mm
1470 mm
Rear Track Width
1550 mm
1455 mm
Chassis Type
Body-on-Frame
Monocoque
Front Suspension
Independent Double Wishbone
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension
Rigid Axle Leaf Spring
Torsion Beam
Front Spring Type
Coil Spring
MacPherson Strut
Rear Spring Type
Leaf Spring
Torsion Beam
Shock Absorber Type
Telescopic
-
Front Anti-Roll Bar
Yes
-
Rear Anti-Roll Bar
No
-
Power Steering
Yes
Electric
Steering Column
Adjustable
Tilt Adjustable
Front Suspension Type
Independent Double Wishbone
MacPherson Strut
Suspension
Independent Double Wishbone
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension Type
Rigid Axle Leaf Spring
Torsion Beam
Rear Axle Type
Rigid Axle Leaf Spring
Torsion Beam
Shock Absorbers
Telescopic
-
Chassis Material
Body-on-Frame
Monocoque
MagneRide Damping
-
Not Available
Spec
K2700
Starlet
Front Overhang
820 mm
-
Rear Overhang
1365 mm
-
Body Type
Tipper Truck
Hatchback
Alloy Wheel Design
Steel
15-inch Alloy Wheels
Wing Mirror Type
Manual
-
Rear Wiper
No
-
Led Headlights
No
Full LED
LED Headlamps
No
Full LED
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
LED
DRL
Yes
LED
Led Taillights
No
-
Fog Lights
No
Standard
Fog Lamps
No
Standard
Front Fog Lights
No
Standard
Rear Fog Lights
No
-
Panoramic Sunroof
No
Not Available
Roof Type
Cab
Not Available
Roof Rails
No
Not Available
Rear Spoiler
No
Not Available
Body Cladding
No
Not Available
Chrome Exterior Finish
No
Not Available
Door Handle Finish
Metal
-
Exterior Colour Options
White
6
Exterior Colour Options
1
7
Exterior Mirror Electric
No
All Doors
Auto Headlights
No
Standard
Automatic Headlamps
No
Standard
Headlamps
No
Full LED
Headlights
No
Full LED
Headlight Type
No
Full LED
Exterior Mirror Folding
No
-
Headlamp Levelling
No
Full LED
Daytime Running Lights
Yes
LED
Front Fog Lamps
No
Standard
Rear Spoiler
No
Not Available
Exterior Door Handle Colour
Metal
-
Load Bed Liner
Not Available
Not Available
Electric Blind Sunroof
Cab
Not Available
Active Exhaust
-
Not Available
Spec
K2700
Starlet
Front Shoulder Room
1405 mm
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
1350 mm
Not Applicable
Steering Type
Yes
Electric
Steering Adjustment
Tilt and Telescopic
Height Adjustable
Rear USB Ports
No
2
Instrument Cluster Type
Analogue
Full Digital
Steering Wheel Material
Urethane
Not Applicable
Rear AC Vents
No
-
Heated Seats
No
Not Applicable
Cooled Seats
No
-
Ventilated Seats
No
Not Applicable
Seat Material
Vinyl
Fabric
Fabric Seats
No
Fabric
Leather Seats
No
-
Driver Seat Adjustment
2-Way Manual
Manual
Adjustable Driver Seat
2-Way Manual
Manual
Seat Adjustment
2-Way Manual
Manual
Passenger Seat Adjustment
2-Way Manual
Manual
Adjustable Front Seat
2-Way Manual
-
Driver Lumbar Support
No
-
Memory Seats
No
-
60 40 Split Seat
No
60/40 Split
Folding Rear Seats
No
60/40 Split
Front Headrest
Adjustable
-
Rear Headrest
No
-
Front Armrest
No
Not Available
Rear Armrest
No
Not Available
Door Map Pockets
Yes
-
Cup Holders
2
-
Ambient Lighting
No
Not Applicable
Interior Colour Options
Grey
6
Interior Courtesy Lamps
Commercial cab with driver and passenger seating, basic audio, air conditioning (Aircon variants), manual windows, simplified commercial switchgear
Touchscreen infotainment, Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
Seat Belt Warning
Yes
-
Seat Trim
Vinyl
Fabric
Leather Accented Seat Trim
Vinyl
Fabric
Driver Seat
2-Way Manual
Manual
Seat Fold Type
No
60/40 Split
Armrest Front
No
Not Available
Armrest Rear
No
Not Available
Rear Seat Centre Armrest
No
Not Available
Interior Colours
Grey
6
Interior Trim Colour
Grey
-
Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest
No
-
Spec
K2700
Starlet
Infotainment Screen
0
9-inch Touchscreen
Infotainment Display
0
9-inch Touchscreen
Infotainment System
0-inch Touchscreen
9-inch Touchscreen
Infotainment Screen Size
0
9-inch Touchscreen
Touchscreen
0
9-inch Touchscreen
Navigation System
No
Standard
Apple CarPlay
No
Standard
Wireless Apple CarPlay
No
Standard
Android Auto
No
Standard
Bluetooth Connectivity
No
Standard
USB Ports
0
2
Rear Usb
No
2
AUX Input
No
-
Wi-Fi Hotspot
No
-
Number of Speakers
2
4
Premium Audio
No
-
FM Radio
Yes
-
Radio
Yes
-
Voice Recognition
No
Standard
Digital Instrument Cluster
No
Full Digital
Head Up Display
No
-
Audio Controls On Steering
No
-
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
No
-
Multi Information Display
Analogue
Full Digital
Display Audio
0-inch Touchscreen
9-inch Touchscreen
Smartphone Connectivity
No
Standard
Connected Services
No
Standard
Audio Speakers
2
4
Front Rear USB Charge Ports
0
2
Voice Control
No
Standard
Audio
Yes
-
Audio System
Yes
4
Wireless Android Auto
No
Standard
Spec
K2700
Starlet
Basic Warranty
5 Years / 150,000 km
3 years / 100 000 km
Warranty Years
5 Years / 150,000 km
3 years / 100 000 km
Warranty Kilometers
5 Years / 150,000 km
3 years / 100 000 km
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
3 Years
6 Years
Roadside Assistance
3 Years
3 Years
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
Body Style
Van
Hatchback
Model Year
2026
2026
Segment
Van
Hatchback
Vehicle Type
Van
Hatchback
Dealer Stock Note
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Top grade in the South Africa lineup
Color Note
White (standard fleet specification)
White, Silver, Grey, Blue, Red, Orange
Tare Mass Kg
1880 kg
1005 kg
Model Introduced Year
1997
2020
Generation
Long-running light commercial vehicle; established in SA commercial fleet market
First generation Starlet in South Africa on B-segment platform
Facelift History
Updated in 2005, 2012; current model ongoing production with specification updates
Minor updates since launch
Facelift Launched Since
2012
Original current-generation version
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Production Status
active
active
Spec
K2700
Starlet
Price Zar
404995 ZAR
319900 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current listed price
Current listed price
Starting Price
404995
319900
Starting Price Zar
404995
319900
Ownership Role
Flagship
Top
Spec
K2700
Starlet
Engine
2.7-litre Naturally Aspirated Diesel
1-litre Turbocharged Petrol
Engine Code
J2
Market-specific engine family
Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
2665 cc
996 cc
Cylinders
4
3
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Inline
Valves
8
16
Valves per Cylinder
2
4
Aspiration
Naturally Aspirated
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Direct Injection
Direct Injection
Compression Ratio
20.0:1
10.0:1
Bore
94 mm
82.0 mm
Stroke
96 mm
94.6 mm
Maximum Power
56 kW @ 3200 rpm
72 kW @ 5500 rpm
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
12.0 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
71.6 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
80.9 Nm/tonne
139.3 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
In depth: how these cars differ
This K2700 and Starlet 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 32.
Efficiency index: K2700 43 vs Starlet 66.
Safety-equipment index: K2700 0 vs Starlet 98.
Practicality index: K2700 68 vs Starlet 53.
Ownership-cover index: K2700 49 vs Starlet 43.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.
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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
Starlet leads by 22 points
Starlet holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over K2700.
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Starlet
Performance
32/100
Efficiency
66/100
Safety
98/100
Practicality
53/100
Ownership
43/100
K2700
Performance
32/100
Efficiency
43/100
Safety
0/100
Practicality
68/100
Ownership
49/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexToyota Starlet
leads the specification evidence index with 59 pts
vs 37 pts for K2700
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Starlet 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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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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