KIA Pegas vs Toyota RAV4
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 Pegas
1.4 EX Auto
Petrol
4-Speed Automatic
Current
ZAR 274,995
ex-showroom
⚡ 73 kW
🔧 132 Nm
⛽ 16.9 km/l
VS
Toyota RAV4
2.5 HEV GR-S CVT
Hybrid
CVT
Current
ZAR 941,800
ex-showroom
⚡ 137 kW
🔧 221 Nm
⛽ 21.3 km/l
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Add a 3rd car
Decision summary
KIA Pegas vs Toyota RAV4: the short answer
RAV4 holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over Pegas.
Pegas starts ZAR 370,005 cheaper
Pegas from ZAR 239,995 · RAV4 from ZAR 610,000
Five key differences
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| Specification | Pegas | RAV4 |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | Pegas73 kW @ 6000 rpm | RAV4137 kW @ 6000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | Pegas132 Nm @ 4200 rpm | RAV4221 Nm |
| Engine Size | Pegas1368 cc | RAV42500 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | Pegas16.9 km/l | RAV421.3 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | Pegas148 mm | RAV4186 mm |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Independent editorial assessment
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Toyota RAV4
2.5 HEV GR-S CVT
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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Pegas
Strengths
- Nothing stands out clearly here.
Weak Spots
- Less powerful engine setup
- Lower fuel efficiency
- Fewer listed safety features
- Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:
General Use
Specification evidence leader
RAV4
Strengths
- More powerful engine output
- Better fuel efficiency
- Stronger listed safety equipment
- Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
- No obvious weak spots to flag.
Best suited to:
Published Performance
Published Efficiency
Published Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
Pegas
- Buyers who prefer this derivative's confirmed specification mix
RAV4
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
- 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 | Pegas | RAV4 |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2019 | 2026 |
| Generation | First generation; purpose-designed for emerging markets | All-new sixth-generation RAV4 introduced in South Africa in July 2026 |
| Facelift History | Minor updates in 2022 including revised infotainment; no full facelift | Full model change for 2026 with HEV, PHEV and GR-Sport derivatives |
| Facelift Launched Since | 2022 | Full model change for 2026 with HEV, PHEV and GR-Sport derivatives |
| Facelift Version Ending | Current | Current South African 2026 specification |
| Body Style | Sedan | SUV |
| Color Note | Clear White, Aurora Black Pearl, Silky Silver, Gravity Blue, Passion Red | - |
| Dealer Stock Note | Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup | - |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Production Status | active | active |
| Segment | Sedan | SUV |
| Tare Mass Kg | 1130 kg | 1725-1740 kg |
| Vehicle Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Spec | Pegas | RAV4 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4400 mm | 4645 mm |
| Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Height | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2570 mm | 2690 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 148 mm | 186 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | 150 mm | 125 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 l | 55 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 475 l | 732 l |
| Kerb Weight | 1130 kg | 1560 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 1450 kg | 2230 kg |
| Payload Capacity | 425 kg | 460 kg |
| Towing Capacity | 1000 kg | 1000 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Rows | 2 rows | 2 rows |
| Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 10.4 m | 5.6 m |
| Front Headroom | 990 mm | 991 mm |
| Rear Headroom | 950 mm | 947 mm |
| Front Legroom | 1030 mm | 1031 mm |
| Rear Legroom | 860 mm | 882 mm |
| Spec | Pegas | RAV4 |
|---|---|---|
| Front Track Width | 1475 mm | 1620 mm |
| Rear Track Width | 1475 mm | 1650 mm |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Tread (mm) 1620 |
| Rear Suspension | Coupled Torsion Beam Axle | Tread (mm) 1650 |
| Chassis Type | Unibody | - |
| Power Steering | Yes | - |
| Steering Column | Adjustable | - |
| Front Spring Type | Coil Spring | - |
| Rear Spring Type | Coil Spring | - |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | Yes | - |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | Yes | - |
| Shock Absorber Type | Telescopic | - |
| Chassis Material | Unibody | - |
| Front Suspension Type | MacPherson Strut | Tread (mm) 1620 |
| MagneRide Damping | Not Available | - |
| Rear Axle Type | Coupled Torsion Beam Axle | - |
| Rear Suspension Type | Coupled Torsion Beam Axle | Tread (mm) 1650 |
| Shock Absorbers | Telescopic | - |
| Suspension | MacPherson Strut | - |
| Spec | Pegas | RAV4 |
|---|---|---|
| Load Bed Length | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Climate Control | Yes | Auto Dual zone |
| Power Windows | Yes | All All One Touch |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Standard Smart Entry |
| Push Button Start | Yes | Push Start |
| Wireless Charging | No | Standard Front x1 |
| Sunroof | No | Moon roof |
| Electric Tailgate | No | Standard Power |
| Automatic Headlamps | No | - |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | No | Standard |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | No | - |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | 502 l | - |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | 502 l | - |
| Rear Window Defroster | Yes | - |
| Electric Mirror Folding | No | - |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | No | - |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | Yes | - |
| 12V Accessory Socket | Yes | - |
| Speed Limiter | Yes | - |
| AC Type | Yes | Auto Dual zone |
| Adaptive Dampers | No | - |
| Aero Kit | No | - |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | No | - |
| Boot Opener | Remote | - |
| Chrome Exterior Highlights | No | - |
| Chrome Grille | Yes | - |
| Climate Zones | 2 | - |
| Door Ajar Warning | Yes | - |
| Drag Coefficient | 0.34 | - |
| Driver Display | Digital Cluster | - |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | Yes | - |
| Engine Check Warning | Yes | - |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | Yes | - |
| Engine Start Stop | Yes | Push Start |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Yes | Push Start |
| Engine Warranty | 7 Years / 150,000 km | - |
| Front Armrest | Yes | - |
| Front Power Outlet | Yes | - |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | 5.9 | - |
| Fuel Lid Opener | Remote | - |
| Glovebox Cooling | No | - |
| Headlamp Height Adjust | Yes | - |
| Headlamp Washer | No | - |
| Headrest Adjustable | Yes | - |
| Heads Up Display | No | - |
| Hill Start Assist | Yes | - |
| Impact Sensing Door Unlock | Yes | - |
| Intercooler | No | - |
| Multi Function Steering | Yes | - |
| Panoramic Roof | No | Moon roof |
| Performance Data Logger | No | - |
| Power Mirrors | Yes | - |
| Push Button Start | Yes | Push Start |
| Rear Defogger | Yes | - |
| Rear Reading Lamps | Yes | - |
| Rear Seat Split | Yes | - |
| Rear Wing | Yes | - |
| Remote Engine Start | No | - |
| Rev Matching | No | - |
| Ride Mode Selection | No | - |
| Roof Antenna | Yes | - |
| Seat Type | Fabric Seats | - |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | Yes | - |
| Service Reminder | Yes | - |
| Side Steps | No | - |
| Skid Plates | No | - |
| Spare Wheel | Temporary Spare | Space Saver 165-90D18 Steel F:235-50R20 Alloy- |
| Speed Alert System | Yes | - |
| Stabilizer Bar | Yes | - |
| Steering Mounted Controls | Yes | - |
| Steering Response | Normal | - |
| Tachometer | Yes | - |
| Tail Lamps | Yes | - |
| Telescopic Steering | Tilt and Telescopic | - |
| Tilt Steering | Tilt and Telescopic | - |
| Trip Computer | Yes | - |
| Tyre Repair Kit | No | - |
| Vanity Mirror | Yes | - |
| Voice Command | Yes | - |
| Voice Command Support | Yes | - |
| Accelerator 0 100 | 11.5 sec | - |
| Air Conditioning | Yes | Auto Dual zone |
| Automatic High Beam | No | - |
| Battery Preconditioning | Not Available | - |
| Bed Extender | Not Available | - |
| Bottle Holders | 4 | - |
| Canopy Fitment | Not Available | - |
| Centre Console | Centre Armrest | - |
| Common Rail Injection | Multi-Point Fuel Injection | - |
| Diff Lock | No | - |
| Difflock | No | - |
| Digital Speedometer | Yes | - |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | No | - |
| Front Diff Lock | Not Available | - |
| Front Wiper | Yes | - |
| Front Wipers Type | Yes | - |
| Glove Box | Yes | - |
| Heated Mirrors | No | - |
| Intelligent Battery System | Not Available | - |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | Yes | - |
| Lift Gate | No | - |
| Load Bed Cover | Not Available | - |
| Load Bed Light | Not Available | - |
| Load Bed Steps | Not Available | - |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | Not Available | - |
| Loadbox Length Mm | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | Not Available | - |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | Not Available | - |
| Loadbox Width Mm | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Manual Aircon | Yes | - |
| Mirror | Electric | - |
| One Pedal Driving | Not Available | - |
| Passive Entry Start | Yes | - |
| Power Socket 12v | Yes | - |
| Powered Tailgate | No | - |
| Reading Lights Rear | Yes | - |
| Rear Air Conditioning | No | - |
| Rear Diff Lock | Not Available | - |
| Rear Electric Motor | Not Available | - |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | Yes | - |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | No | - |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | Not Available | - |
| Remote Central Locking | Yes | - |
| Remote Side Mirror | Yes | - |
| Remote Start | No | - |
| Rim Size | 195/55 R16 | R:235-50R20 Alloy |
| Roof Load | 50 kg | - |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | Yes | - |
| Side Impact Bars | Yes | - |
| Sonar | Yes | - |
| Sound System | 6 | Standard 9 Standard Audio, Info Display, Voice |
| Source Model Column | pegas | - |
| Sport Plus Mode | Not Available | - |
| Sports Bar | Not Available | - |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | Yes | - |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | Yes | - |
| Steering Column Adjustment | Tilt and Telescopic | - |
| Sub Frame | Unibody | - |
| Surround View Monitor | No | Display Audio/ Panoramic View Monitor |
| Tailgate Damper | Not Available | - |
| Tailgate Lock | Not Available | - |
| Tow Bar Type | Not Available | - |
| TPMS | Yes | Standard |
| Trim Level | flagship | - |
| Unlocking | Yes | Standard Smart Entry |
| Vanity Mirror Illuminated | Yes | - |
| Variant Role | Flagship / premium derivative | - |
| Vdc | Yes | - |
| Vehicle To Grid | Not Available | - |
| Vehicle To Load | Not Available | - |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | Yes | - |
| Walk Away Lock | Yes | - |
| Wireless Charger | No | Standard Front x1 |
| Spec | Pegas | RAV4 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.4-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol | 2.5-litre Petrol Hybrid |
| Engine Code | G4FA | Market-specific engine family |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Hybrid |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Self Charging Hybrid |
| Engine Displacement | 1368 cc | 2500 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Cylinder Layout | Inline | Inline |
| Valves | 16 | 16 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated | Turbocharged |
| Fuel System | Multi-Point Injection | Petrol Hybrid |
| Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Bore | 77 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Stroke | 73.4 mm | 103.48 mm |
| Maximum Power | 73 kW @ 6000 rpm | 137 kW @ 6000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 132 Nm @ 4200 rpm | 221 Nm |
| Combined Power | Not Applicable | 1 kW |
| Combined Torque | Not Applicable | 1 Nm |
| Motor Type | Not Applicable | Permanent-magnet synchronous electric motor |
| Number of Motors | Not Applicable | 1 |
| Motor Location | Not Applicable | Integrated transmission electric motor |
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Transmission | 4-Speed Automatic | CVT |
| Top Speed | 172 km/h | 180 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 11.5 sec | 7.8 sec |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | 15.5 sec |
| Drive Modes | No | Sport, Trail, Snow |
| Launch Control | No | No |
| Rev Limiter | Not Officially Disclosed | 6500 rpm |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 64.6 kW/tonne | 100 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 116.8 Nm/tonne | 220 Nm/tonne |
| Battery Capacity | Not Applicable | 1 kWh |
| Usable Battery Capacity | Not Applicable | 64.8 kWh |
| Battery Type | Not Applicable | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Voltage | Not Applicable | 400 V |
| 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 | Yes |
| Spec | Pegas | RAV4 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Position | Front Transverse | - |
| Gearbox | 4-Speed Automatic | CVT |
| Drivetrain Layout | FWD | AWD E-FOUR |
| LSD Available | No | Standard Front + Rear, |
| Transfer Case | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Differential Lock | No | Electronic AWD Control |
| Paddle Shifters | No | Standard |
| Final Drive Ratio | 3.84 | Not Applicable |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | 15.1:1 | - |
| Number of Gears | 4 | Not Applicable |
| Transmission Type | Automatic Transmission | CVT |
| Clutch Type | Torque Converter | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Indicator | No | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD E-FOUR |
| 4WD Engagement | Not Applicable | Permanent electric all-wheel drive |
| 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 | - |
| Differential Type Rear | Not Available | - |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Gearbox Type | 4-Speed Automatic | CVT |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Axle Layout | FWD | AWD E-FOUR |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Transfer Case Guard | Not Available | - |
| Transmission Speeds | 4 | Not Applicable |
| Spec | Pegas | RAV4 |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 16.9 km/l | 21.3 km/l |
| City Mileage | 13.9 km/l | 17.2 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | 19.6 km/l | 24.8 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 l | 55 l |
| Emission Standard | Euro 6 | Euro 6 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | No | Not Applicable |
| Auto Start Stop | No | Not Available |
| Low Fuel Warning | Yes | - |
| Real-world Mileage | 16.9 km/l | 21.3 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 40 | 55 |
| 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 | Pegas | RAV4 |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 6 | Driver Knee, Front Side, Rear Curtain, Front Curtain |
| ABS | Yes | Standard |
| Electronic Stability Control | Yes | Standard |
| Traction Control | Yes | Standard |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Standard |
| Hill Start Assist | Yes | Standard |
| Child Safety Lock | Yes | Standard |
| ISOFIX Mounts | Yes | Standard 2 |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Standard Standard Eco / Normal / |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Yes | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Standard |
| Alarm System | Yes | - |
| Central Locking | Yes | - |
| Side Impact Beams | Yes | - |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Yes | Front + Rear |
| Speed Alert System | Yes | - |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | No | - |
| Front Parking Sensors | Yes | Intelligent Clearance Sonar |
| Safety Rating | 5 | - |
| Whiplash Protection | Yes | - |
| Lane Change Warning | No | - |
| AEB | No | Standard |
| BA | Yes | Standard Standard Eco / Normal / |
| Brake Override System | Yes | Yes |
| Curtain Airbags | Yes | Standard |
| Driver Airbag | Yes | Standard |
| EBD | Yes | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Standard |
| Fatigue Detection | No | - |
| Hill Hold | Yes | Standard |
| Passenger Airbag | Yes | Standard |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | No | Yes |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Yes | Yes |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Yes | Front + Rear |
| Side Airbags | Yes | Standard |
| Stability Control | Yes | Standard |
| TCS | Yes | Standard |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | No | - |
| Knee Airbag | No | Standard |
| ABS EBD | Yes | Standard |
| Anti Theft Alarm | Yes | - |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | 6 | - |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | 6 | - |
| ESC With Traction Control | Yes | - |
| Spec | Pegas | RAV4 |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Yes | Standard Adaptive, All Speed |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | No | Standard Adaptive, All Speed |
| Lane Keep Assist | No | Standard Lane Trace Assist |
| Lane Departure Warning | No | Standard Lane Trace Assist |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | No | Standard Safe Exit Assist |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | No | Yes |
| Parking Sensors | Yes | Intelligent Clearance Sonar |
| Rear View Camera | Yes | Display Audio/ Panoramic View Monitor |
| 360 Degree Camera | No | Display Audio/ Panoramic View Monitor |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | No | Standard |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | No | Yes |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | No | Standard |
| Auto Highbeam | No | Not Available |
| Auto Lights | No | - |
| Auto Wipers | No | Auto, Rainsensing |
| Eco Mode | No | - |
| EV Mode | No | - |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Intelligent Clearance Sonar |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Display Audio/ Panoramic View Monitor |
| Sport Mode | No | - |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | No | Standard Adaptive, All Speed |
| Park Assist | No | Not Available |
| Around View Monitor | No | Display Audio/ Panoramic View Monitor |
| Blind Spot Warning | No | Standard Safe Exit Assist |
| Emergency Braking | No | - |
| Forward Collision Warning | No | Standard |
| Front Camera | Yes | - |
| Parking Distance Sensors | Yes | - |
| Parking Sensor | Yes | - |
| Automatic High Beam | No | - |
| Pre-Collision System | No | - |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | No | - |
| Rear View Camera | Yes | - |
| Reverse Camera Type | Yes | - |
| Reversing Camera | Yes | - |
| Surround View Camera | No | Display Audio/ Panoramic View Monitor |
| Spec | Pegas | RAV4 |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Cloth | GR Sport Leather Sporty |
| Seat Adjustment | 6-Way Manual | - |
| Heated Seats | No | Standard Front |
| Ventilated Seats | No | Not Available |
| Steering Type | Yes | - |
| Steering Adjustment | Tilt and Telescopic | - |
| Ambient Lighting | No | Standard |
| Folding Rear Seats | Yes | - |
| Front Armrest | Centre Armrest | - |
| Rear Armrest | Yes | - |
| Front Shoulder Room | 1380 mm | - |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 1330 mm | - |
| Cup Holders | 4 | - |
| Rear AC Vents | No | - |
| Rear USB Ports | No | - |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather | 3 Spoke Heated, GR-S Leather |
| Instrument Cluster Type | Digital | - |
| Interior Colour Options | Black | - |
| Driver Lumbar Support | No | - |
| Door Map Pockets | Yes | - |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Yes | Not Applicable |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | 6-Way Manual | - |
| Adjustable Front Seat | 4-Way Manual | - |
| Cooled Seats | No | - |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | 6-Way Manual | Driver & Passenger Power |
| Fabric Seats | Yes | - |
| Front Headrest | Adjustable | - |
| Leather Seats | No | - |
| Memory Seats | No | - |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | 4-Way Manual | Driver & Passenger Power |
| Rear Headrest | Adjustable | - |
| Armrest Front | Centre Armrest | - |
| Armrest Rear | Yes | - |
| Boot Space Seats Down | 502 | - |
| Driver Seat | 6-Way Manual | - |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | Touchscreen infotainment with CarPlay/Android Auto, reverse camera, cruise control (EX), alloy wheels (EX), 460L boot | - |
| Interior Trim Colour | Black | - |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | Cloth | - |
| Interior Colours | Black | - |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | Yes | - |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | No | - |
| Seat Belt Warning | Yes | - |
| Seat Fold Type | Yes | - |
| Seat Trim | Cloth | GR Sport Leather Sporty |
| Spec | Pegas | RAV4 |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | 8.0-inch Touchscreen | JBL Display Audio, 12.9-inch |
| Apple CarPlay | Yes | Standard |
| Android Auto | Yes | Standard |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Yes | Standard |
| Number of Speakers | 6 | Standard 9 Standard Audio, Info Display, Voice |
| Navigation System | Yes | - |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | Yes | Standard 12.3-inch |
| USB Ports | 2 | Standard 5PCs |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Yes | Standard |
| Wireless Android Auto | Yes | Standard |
| FM Radio | Yes | - |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Yes | - |
| Voice Recognition | Yes | - |
| AUX Input | No | - |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 8.0 | 12.9-inch |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | No | - |
| Audio Controls On Steering | Yes | - |
| Infotainment Display | 8.0 | - |
| Rear Usb | No | - |
| Premium Audio | No | - |
| Audio | Yes | - |
| Audio Speakers | 6 | Standard 9 Standard Audio, Info Display, Voice |
| Audio System | Yes | - |
| Display Audio | 8.0-inch Touchscreen | - |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | 2 | - |
| Head Up Display | No | - |
| Infotainment Screen | 8.0 | 12.9-inch |
| Multi Information Display | Digital | - |
| Connected Services | Yes | - |
| Voice Control | Yes | - |
| Smartphone Connectivity | Yes | - |
| Radio | Yes | - |
| Touchscreen | 8.0 | 12.9-inch |
| Spec | Pegas | RAV4 |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | Yes | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lamps | Yes | Standard |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Standard LED |
| Roof Rails | Yes | Standard |
| Alloy Wheel Design | Alloy Alloy | - |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | No | - |
| Body Cladding | No | - |
| Rear Spoiler | Yes | - |
| Exterior Colour Options | Multiple | Platinum White Pearl, Attitude Black, Smokey Blue, Urban Khaki, Fierce Red and selected bi-tone finishes |
| Roof Type | Standard | - |
| Wing Mirror Type | Electric | - |
| Rear Wiper | Yes | - |
| Door Handle Finish | Body Colour | - |
| Body Type | Sedan | - |
| DRL | Yes | Standard |
| Fog Lights | Yes | - |
| Front Fog Lights | Yes | - |
| Led Headlights | Yes | Standard |
| Led Taillights | Yes | - |
| Rear Fog Lights | Yes | - |
| Front Overhang | 810 mm | - |
| Rear Overhang | 1020 mm | - |
| Auto Headlights | No | - |
| Automatic Headlamps | No | - |
| Daytime Running Lights | Yes | Standard |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | Standard | - |
| Exterior Colour Options | 5 | - |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | Body Colour | - |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | Yes | - |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | No | - |
| Front Fog Lamps | Yes | Standard LED |
| Headlamp Levelling | Yes | - |
| Headlamps | Yes | Standard |
| Headlight Type | Yes | Standard |
| Headlights | Yes | Standard |
| Load Bed Liner | Not Available | - |
| Panoramic Sunroof | No | Not Available |
| Active Exhaust | Not Available | - |
| Rear Spoiler | Yes | - |
| Spec | Pegas | RAV4 |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | 14 deg | 25 deg |
| Departure Angle | 18 deg | 23 deg |
| Wading Depth | - | 500 mm |
| Terrain Modes | Not Available | Normal; Eco; Sport; Off-road |
| Locking Differential | No | Yes |
| Underbody Protection | No | - |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | 16 deg | - |
| Recovery Hooks | No | - |
| 4WD System Type | Not Applicable | Permanent electric all-wheel drive |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Standard |
| Ramp-over Angle | 14 deg | - |
| Approach Angle Deg | 14 deg | - |
| Breakover Angle | 16 deg | 20 deg |
| Departure Angle Deg | 18 deg | - |
| Energy Recovery Display | Not Available | - |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | Not Available | - |
| Ground Clearance Max | 148 mm | 186 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | 148 mm | 186 mm |
| Off Road Descent Control | 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 | Pegas | RAV4 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 195/55 R16 | R:235-50R20 Alloy |
| Wheel Type | Alloy Alloy | - |
| Front Brake Type | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Drum | Disc |
| Spare Wheel Type | Temporary Spare | Space Saver 165-90D18 Steel F:235-50R20 Alloy- |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | 280 mm | - |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | 230 mm | - |
| Parking Brake Type | Electronic | - |
| Tyre Load Index | 93 | - |
| Tyre Speed Rating | H | - |
| Wheel Rim Size | 195/55 R16 | R:235-50R20 Alloy |
| Brake Type Front | Ventilated Disc | - |
| Brake Type Rear | Drum | - |
| Spare Tyre | Temporary Spare | Space Saver 165-90D18 Steel F:235-50R20 Alloy- |
| Tyre Type | Radial | - |
| Front Tyre Width | 195 mm | - |
| Rear Tyre Width | 195 mm | - |
| Wheel Diameter | 195/55 R16 | R:235-50R20 Alloy |
| Auto Brake Hold | Electronic | - |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | No | - |
| Brakes | Ventilated Disc | - |
| Cornering Brake Control | Yes | - |
| Electric Park Brake | Electronic | - |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | Yes | - |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | Not Available | - |
| Handbrake Type | Electronic | Electric |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | Yes | - |
| Leather Steering Wheel | Leather | - |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | Temporary Spare | - |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Yes | - |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | Yes | - |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | Yes | - |
| Steering Wheel Trim | Leather | - |
| Tyre Pressure Display | Yes | - |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Yes | Standard |
| Wheel Material | Alloy Alloy | - |
| Wheel Size Type | 195/55 R16 | - |
| Wheels | Alloy Alloy | - |
| Spec | Pegas | RAV4 |
|---|---|---|
| Service Interval | 15000 | 12 months / 15 000 km |
| Approx Service Cost | R2,200 per service | - |
| Battery Warranty | 7 Years / 150,000 km | 8 years 160 000 km |
| Maintenance Plan | 3 Years / 45,000 km | - |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 3.5 l | - |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | 15000 | - |
| First Service At | 15000 | - |
| Service Plan Duration | 3 Years / 45,000 km | 6 Services / 90 000 km |
| Service Plan Distance | 3 Years / 45,000 km | 6 Services / 90 000 km |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | Yes | - |
| Alternator | Yes | - |
| Service Plan | 3 Years / 45,000 km | 6 Services / 90 000 km |
| Service Intervals | 15000 | - |
| Spec | Pegas | RAV4 |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty Years | 7 Years / 150,000 km | 3 years / 100 000 km |
| Warranty Kilometers | 7 Years / 150,000 km | 3 years / 100 000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | 5 Years | - |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | 5 Years | - |
| Basic Warranty | 7 Years / 150,000 km | 3 years / 100 000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | 5 Years | - |
| Warranty | 7 Years / 150,000 km | 3 years / 100 000 km |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | 5 Years | - |
| Spec | Pegas | RAV4 |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 136 g/km | 107 g/km |
| Start Stop System | No | - |
| Hybrid System Type | Not Available | - |
| Noise Level | 67 dB | - |
| Variable Valve Timing | CVVT | - |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | 93 Octane | - |
| Particulate Filter | No | - |
| Euro Emission Standard | Euro 6 | - |
| Green NCAP Rating | 4 | - |
| Idle CO2 Output | 143 | - |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | Yes | - |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | 136 | - |
| Spec | Pegas | RAV4 |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | 11.8 l/100km | - |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | 15.3 l/100km | - |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | 17.6 l/100km | - |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | 20.6 l/100km | - |
| Spec | Pegas | RAV4 |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Flagship | Private and family |
| Price Zar | 274995 ZAR | 941800 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Current listed price | Flagship |
| Starting Price | 274995 | 941800 |
| Starting Price Zar | 274995 | 941800 |
In depth: how these cars differ
This Pegas and RAV4 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: Pegas 33 vs RAV4 56.
Efficiency index: Pegas 65 vs RAV4 84.
Safety-equipment index: Pegas 72 vs RAV4 94.
Practicality index: Pegas 57 vs RAV4 68.
Ownership-cover index: Pegas 71 vs RAV4 not separately scored.
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
RAV4 leads by 17 points
RAV4 holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over Pegas.
Evidence leader
75
/100
Lead
17
points
Data
74%
source coverage
75
#1
Evidence leader
RAV4
74% source coverage
2 strong categories
Best at
Safety 94
Check
Performance 56
Performance
56
Efficiency
84
Safety
94
Practicality
68
Leads by 17 points
58
#2
Pegas
99% source coverage
2 strong categories
Best at
Safety 72
Check
Performance 33
Performance
33
Efficiency
65
Safety
72
Practicality
57
Ownership
71
Performance 24%
Safety 22%
Practicality 22%
Efficiency 17%
Ownership 15%
Category leaders
What moves the verdict
Performance
RAV4 +23
Efficiency
RAV4 +19
Safety
RAV4 +22
Practicality
RAV4 +11
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
RAV4
Performance
56/100
Efficiency
84/100
Safety
94/100
Practicality
68/100
Pegas
Performance
33/100
Efficiency
65/100
Safety
72/100
Practicality
57/100
Ownership
71/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
Toyota RAV4
leads the specification evidence index with 75 pts
vs 58 pts for Pegas
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, RAV4 leads. However, Pegas may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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Pegas vs RAV4 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.