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.
Toyota Quantum Bus vs Tata Tiago: the short answer
Quantum Bus and Tiago are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Tiago starts ZAR 705,100 cheaperQuantum Bus from ZAR 895,000 · Tiago from ZAR 189,900
Five key differences
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Specification
Quantum Bus
Tiago
Maximum Power
Quantum Bus75 kW
Tiago63 kW @ 6000 rpm
Maximum Torque
Quantum Bus260 Nm
Tiago113 Nm @ 3300 rpm
Engine Size
Quantum Bus2494 cc
Tiago1199 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
Quantum Bus11.2 km/l
Tiago20.00 km/l
Ground Clearance
Quantum Bus175 mm
Tiago170 mm
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Independent editorial assessment
Hagalu editorial ratings
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.
Toyota Quantum Bus
2.5D Bus MT
Hagalu editorial ratingNot yet rated
No complete editorial rating is published for this exact variant. This is not a zero score.
Not yet rated means a complete review is not published; it does not mean the vehicle scored zero. Read the rating methodology.
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Specification evidence leader
Quantum Bus
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Lower fuel efficiency
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished Practicality
Tiago
Strengths
Better fuel efficiency
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published Efficiency
Which One's Right for You?
Quantum Bus
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Tiago
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
Quantum Bus
Tiago
Model Introduced Year
Current local generation year not confirmed
2025
Generation
Current South African Quantum Bus listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
First-generation South African-market Tata Tiago five-door hatchback
Facelift History
Model-year updates can affect trim, wheels, screens, safety equipment and colours. Use the latest South African price list when checking a specific vehicle.
Introduced with Tata Passenger Vehicles' South African return in 2025; no South African facelift has been announced
Facelift Launched Since
Original current-generation version
2025
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
Van
Hatchback
Color Note
Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering.
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Dealer Stock Note
Base grade in the South Africa lineup
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Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
active
Active
Segment
Van
Compact hatchback
Tare Mass Kg
2080 kg
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Vehicle Type
Van
Passenger Car
Spec
Quantum Bus
Tiago
Length
5380 mm
3767 mm
Width
1880 mm
1677 mm
Height
2280 mm
1535 mm
Wheelbase
3110 mm
2400 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
175 mm
170 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
125 mm
134 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
70 l
35 l
Boot/Cargo Space
487 l
242 l
Kerb Weight
2080 kg
982 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
3500 kg
1382 kg
Payload Capacity
1420 kg
400 kg
Towing Capacity
2000 kg
0 kg
Seating Capacity
14 seats
5 seats
Number of Rows
3 rows
2 rows
Doors
4 doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
6.5 m
5.0 m
Front Headroom
987 mm
990 mm
Rear Headroom
955 mm
920 mm
Front Legroom
1042 mm
820 mm
Rear Legroom
882 mm
860 mm
Spec
Quantum Bus
Tiago
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
-
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
-
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
Independent, Lower wishbone, McPherson (Dual Path ) strut type
Rear Suspension
Leaf Spring
Rear Twist Beam with coil spring mounted on Hydraulic shock absorbers
Power Steering
Hydraulic
-
Steering Column
Tilt
-
Front Spring Type
MacPherson Strut
-
Rear Spring Type
Leaf Spring
-
Front Anti-Roll Bar
Front
-
Front Suspension Type
MacPherson Strut
Independent, Lower wishbone, McPherson (Dual Path ) strut type
MagneRide Damping
Not Available
-
Rear Axle Type
Leaf Spring
-
Rear Suspension Type
Leaf Spring
Rear Twist Beam with coil spring mounted on Hydraulic shock absorbers
Suspension
MacPherson Strut
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Spec
Quantum Bus
Tiago
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
-
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
-
Climate Control
Manual AC
Fully Automatic
Power Windows
Front Only
Standard
Keyless Entry
Not Available
Not Available
Push Button Start
Not Available
Not Available
Wireless Charging
Not Available
Not Available
Sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Not Available
Automatic Headlamps
Not Available
-
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Standard
Boot Space Seats Folded
Not Applicable
-
AC Type
Manual AC
Fully Automatic
Adaptive Dampers
Not Available
-
Climate Zones
Manual AC
-
Electric Folding Mirrors
Front Only
-
Engine Start Button Illumination
Not Available
-
Engine Start Stop
Not Available
Not Available
Engine Start Stop Button
Not Available
Not Available
Engine Warranty
5 Years / 150,000 km
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Front Armrest
Not Available
-
Fuel Consumption Combined
8.9
-
Hill Start Assist
Not Available
-
Panoramic Roof
Not Available
Not Available
Performance Data Logger
Not Available
-
Power Mirrors
Front Only
-
Push Button Start
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Seat Split
Standard
-
Rear Wing
Not Available
-
Rev Matching
Not Available
-
Seat Type
Fabric
-
Spare Wheel
Full-Size
Steel spare wheel, 155/80 R15, Steel
Stabilizer Bar
Front
-
Telescopic Steering
Tilt
-
Tilt Steering
Tilt
-
Voice Command
Not Available
-
Voice Command Support
Not Available
-
Accelerator 0 100
18.0 sec
-
Air Conditioning
Manual AC
Fully Automatic
Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
-
Bed Extender
Not Available
-
Canopy Fitment
Not Available
-
Centre Console
Not Available
-
Common Rail Injection
Common Rail Direct Injection
-
Diff Lock
Not Available
-
Difflock
Not Available
-
Digital Speedometer
Not Available
-
Front Diff Lock
Not Available
-
Intelligent Battery System
Not Available
-
Intelligent Keyless Entry
Not Available
-
Lift Gate
Not Available
-
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
-
Loadbox Rope Hooks
Not Available
-
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Not Available
-
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
-
Manual Aircon
Manual AC
-
Mirror
Front Only
-
One Pedal Driving
Not Available
-
Passive Entry Start
Not Available
-
Powered Tailgate
Not Available
-
Rear Diff Lock
Not Available
-
Rear Electric Motor
Not Available
-
Regenerative Braking Levels
Not Available
-
Remote Central Locking
Standard
-
Roof Rack Compatibility
Not Available
-
Sonar
Not Available
-
Sound System
2
4
Source Model Column
quantum-bus
-
Sport Plus Mode
Not Available
-
Sports Bar
Not Available
-
Stabilizer Bar Front
Front
-
Steering Column Adjustment
Tilt
-
Surround View Monitor
Not Available
Not Available
Tailgate Damper
Not Available
-
Tailgate Lock
Not Available
-
Tow Bar Type
Not Available
-
TPMS
Not Available
Not Available
Trim Level
base
-
Unlocking
Not Available
Not Available
Variant Role
Entry or fleet-access derivative
-
Vdc
Standard
-
Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
-
Vehicle To Load
Not Available
-
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
Not Available
-
Walk Away Lock
Not Available
-
Wireless Charger
Not Available
Not Available
Spec
Quantum Bus
Tiago
Engine
2.5-litre Turbocharged Diesel
1.2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
Engine Code
Market-specific engine family
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
2494 cc
1199 cc
Cylinders
4
3
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Inline
Valves
16
12
Valves per Cylinder
4
4
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Naturally Aspirated
Fuel System
Common Rail Direct Injection
Multi-Point Injection
Compression Ratio
10.5:1
10.7:1
Bore
82.0 mm
77 mm
Stroke
94.6 mm
85.8 mm
Maximum Power
75 kW
63 kW @ 6000 rpm
Maximum Torque
260 Nm
113 Nm @ 3300 rpm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Drive Type
RWD
FWD
Transmission
5-Speed Manual
5-Speed Manual
Top Speed
150 km/h
160 km/h
0-100 km/h
18.0 sec
Not Officially Disclosed
Quarter Mile
15.5 sec
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Eco, Comfort, Sport
Not Officially Disclosed
Launch Control
No
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
4800 rpm
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
36.1 kW/tonne
64.2 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
125 Nm/tonne
115.1 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
Quantum Bus
Tiago
Gearbox
5-Speed Manual
5-Speed Manual
Drivetrain Layout
FR
Front-engine, front-wheel drive
LSD Available
No
No
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
No
Not Applicable
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
4.06
Number of Gears
5
5
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Dry single-plate clutch
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
Standard
Gear Shift Type
5-Speed Manual
Manual gear lever
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
Not Applicable
Differential Type Front
Not Available
-
Differential Type Rear
Not Available
-
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
5-Speed Manual
Manual
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
RWD
4x2
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transfer Case Guard
Not Available
-
Transmission Speeds
5
5
Spec
Quantum Bus
Tiago
Claimed Mileage
11.2 km/l
20.00 km/l
City Mileage
9.8 km/l
13.3 km/l
Highway Mileage
11.5 km/l
16.6 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
70 l
35 l
Emission Standard
Euro 4
BS VI Phase 2
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
No
Real-world Mileage
11.2 km/l
20.00 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
70
35
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
Quantum Bus
Tiago
Airbags
2
2
ABS
Standard
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Not Available
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Not Available
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Standard
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
Not Available
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Not Available
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Not Available
Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Standard
Alarm System
Standard
-
Central Locking
Standard
-
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Not Available
Standard
Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
Not Available
AEB
Not Available
Not Available
BA
Standard
Not Available
Brake Override System
Not Available
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Not Available
Not Available
Driver Airbag
2
Standard
EBD
Standard
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Standard
Hill Hold
Not Available
Standard
Passenger Airbag
2
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Not Available
Standard
Seatbelt Reminder
Not Available
Standard
Side Airbags
Not Available
Not Available
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
TCS
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
-
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Not Available
ABS EBD
Standard
Standard
Anti Theft Alarm
Standard
-
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
2
-
Driver Passenger Airbags
2
-
ESC With Traction Control
Standard
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Spec
Quantum Bus
Tiago
Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Not Available
Standard
Rear View Camera
Not Available
HD Reverse Parking Digital Camera
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Available
Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Lights
Not Available
-
Auto Wipers
Not Available
Standard
EV Mode
Not Available
-
Rear Parking Sensors
Not Available
Standard
Reverse Camera
Not Available
HD Reverse Parking Digital Camera
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Not Available
Park Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Not Available
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Emergency Braking
Not Available
-
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Parking Distance Sensors
Not Available
-
Parking Sensor
Not Available
-
Pre-Collision System
Not Available
-
Rain Sensor Wipers
Not Available
-
Rear View Camera
Not Available
-
Reverse Camera Type
Not Available
-
Reversing Camera
Not Available
-
Surround View Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Spec
Quantum Bus
Tiago
Seat Material
Fabric
Melange Fabric Seats
Seat Adjustment
Manual
-
Heated Seats
Not Applicable
Not Available
Ventilated Seats
Not Applicable
Not Available
Steering Type
Hydraulic
-
Steering Adjustment
Tilt
-
Ambient Lighting
Not Applicable
Not Available
Folding Rear Seats
Standard
-
Front Armrest
Not Available
-
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
-
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
-
Rear USB Ports
1
-
Steering Wheel Material
Not Applicable
Not Available
Instrument Cluster Type
Not Available
-
Interior Colour Options
3
-
60 40 Split Seat
Standard
Not Available
Adjustable Driver Seat
Manual
-
Driver Seat Adjustment
Manual
Manual adjustable
Fabric Seats
Fabric
-
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Manual
Manual slide and recline
Armrest Front
Not Available
-
Driver Seat
Manual
-
Interior Courtesy Lamps
Cabin trim, seating material, screen layout and driver-assistance equipment vary by derivative. Compare the chosen Quantum Bus grade before assuming a feature is included.
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Leather Accented Seat Trim
Fabric
-
Interior Colours
3
-
Seat Fold Type
Standard
-
Seat Trim
Fabric
Melange Fabric Seats
Spec
Quantum Bus
Tiago
Infotainment System
6.8-inch Touchscreen
10.25" Floating Touchscreen Infotainment System
Apple CarPlay
Not Available
Wireless Connectivity
Android Auto
Not Available
Wireless Connectivity
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Standard
Number of Speakers
2
4
Navigation System
Not Available
-
Digital Instrument Cluster
Not Applicable
New Advanced Fully Digital Cluster
USB Ports
1
Standard
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Not Available
Wireless Connectivity
Wireless Android Auto
Not Available
Wireless Connectivity
Voice Recognition
Not Available
-
Infotainment Screen Size
6.8-inch Touchscreen
10.25-inch
Infotainment Display
6.8-inch Touchscreen
-
Rear Usb
1
-
Audio Speakers
2
4
Audio System
2
-
Display Audio
6.8-inch Touchscreen
-
Front Rear USB Charge Ports
1
-
Infotainment Screen
6.8-inch Touchscreen
10.25-inch
Multi Information Display
Not Available
-
Connected Services
Standard
-
Voice Control
Not Available
-
Smartphone Connectivity
Not Available
-
Touchscreen
6.8-inch Touchscreen
10.25-inch
Spec
Quantum Bus
Tiago
LED Headlamps
Not Available
Standard
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Standard
Fog Lamps
Not Available
Standard
Roof Rails
Not Available
Not Available
Alloy Wheel Design
Not Available
-
Chrome Exterior Finish
Not Available
-
Rear Spoiler
Not Available
-
Exterior Colour Options
3
Pristine White, Ocean Blue, Daytona Grey, Arizona Blue
Roof Type
Not Available
-
Body Type
Van
-
DRL
Not Available
Standard
Fog Lights
Not Available
-
Front Fog Lights
Not Available
-
Led Headlights
Not Available
Standard
Auto Headlights
Not Available
-
Automatic Headlamps
Not Available
-
Daytime Running Lights
Not Available
Standard
Electric Blind Sunroof
Not Available
-
Exterior Colour Options
3
-
Exterior Mirror Electric
Front Only
-
Front Fog Lamps
Not Available
Standard
Headlamp Levelling
Not Available
-
Headlamps
Not Available
Standard
Headlight Type
Not Available
Standard
Headlights
Not Available
Standard
Load Bed Liner
Not Available
-
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Active Exhaust
Not Available
-
Rear Spoiler
Not Available
-
Spec
Quantum Bus
Tiago
Approach Angle
Not Available
Not Applicable
Departure Angle
Not Available
Not Applicable
Wading Depth
Not Available
Not Applicable
Terrain Modes
Not Available
Not Applicable
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
Breakover Angle
Not Available
Not Applicable
Energy Recovery Display
Not Available
-
Front Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
-
Ground Clearance Max
175 mm
-
Ground Clearance Min
175 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
-
Spec
Quantum Bus
Tiago
Tyre Size
195/75 R16C
175/60 R15
Wheel Type
Not Available
-
Front Brake Type
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake Type
Drum
Drum
Spare Wheel Type
Full-Size
Steel spare wheel, 155/80 R15, Steel
Wheel Rim Size
Not Available
15-inch
Brake Type Front
Disc
-
Brake Type Rear
Drum
-
Spare Tyre
Full-Size
Steel spare wheel, 155/80 R15, Steel
Tyre Type
195/75 R16C
-
Autonomous Emergency Brake
Not Available
-
Brakes
Disc
-
Cornering Brake Control
Standard
-
Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
-
Handbrake Type
Not Applicable
Manual handbrake
Hydraulic Brake Assist
Standard
-
Spare Wheel Size Type
Full-Size
-
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
Not Available
-
Tyre Pressure Display
Not Available
-
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
Not Available
Not Available
Wheel Material
Not Available
-
Wheels
Not Available
-
Spec
Quantum Bus
Tiago
Battery Warranty
5 Years / 150,000 km
-
Maintenance Plan
3 Years / 45,000 km
-
Service Plan Duration
3 Years / 45,000 km
2 years / 30,000 km
Service Plan Distance
3 Years / 45,000 km
2 years / 30,000 km
Service Plan
3 Years / 45,000 km
2 years / 30,000 km
Spec
Quantum Bus
Tiago
Warranty Years
3 years / 100 000 km
5 years / 125,000 km
Warranty Kilometers
3 years / 100 000 km
5 years / 125,000 km
Roadside Assistance
3 Years
-
Basic Warranty
3 years / 100 000 km
5 years / 125,000 km
Roadside Assistance
3 Years
-
Warranty
3 years / 100 000 km
5 years / 125,000 km
Warranty Roadside Assistance
3 Years
-
Spec
Quantum Bus
Tiago
CO2 Emissions
215 g/km
119 g/km
Hybrid System Type
Not Available
-
Fuel Octane Requirement
Diesel
-
Euro Emission Standard
Euro 4
-
Idle CO2 Output
215
-
CO2 Emissions G Km
215
-
Spec
Quantum Bus
Tiago
Real-world City Mileage Min
10 l/100km
-
Real-world City Mileage Max
12.5 l/100km
-
Real-world Highway Mileage Min
8.5 l/100km
-
Real-world Highway Mileage Max
10 l/100km
-
Owner Review Count
6
-
Spec
Quantum Bus
Tiago
Ownership Role
Base
New passenger vehicle
Price Zar
895000 ZAR
224900 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current listed price
Recommended retail price
Starting Price
895000
224900
Starting Price Zar
895000
224900
In depth: how these cars differ
This Quantum Bus and Tiago 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: Quantum Bus 37 vs Tiago 30.
Efficiency index: Quantum Bus 46 vs Tiago 75.
Safety-equipment index: Quantum Bus 44 vs Tiago 44.
Practicality index: Quantum Bus 80 vs Tiago 53.
Ownership-cover index: Quantum Bus 43 vs Tiago 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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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
Quantum Bus leads by 1 points
Quantum Bus and Tiago are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Performance
Quantum Bus +7
Efficiency
Tiago +29
Safety
Level
Practicality
Quantum Bus +27
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Quantum Bus
Performance
37/100
Efficiency
46/100
Safety
44/100
Practicality
80/100
Ownership
43/100
Tiago
Performance
30/100
Efficiency
75/100
Safety
44/100
Practicality
53/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexToyota Quantum Bus
leads the specification evidence index with 50 pts
vs 49 pts for Tiago
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Quantum Bus leads. However, Tiago may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
Related comparisons
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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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