Toyota Hiace vs Toyota Hiace Ses'fikile

In-depth comparison in South Africa covering price, performance, fuel efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership costs.

Toyota Hiace

2.5D Panel Van MT Diesel Manual

Change Car A

ZAR 680,900 ex-showroom

⚡ 75 kW (101 hp)

🔧 200 Nm

⛽ 12.0 km/l

Toyota Hiace Ses'fikile

2.5D 16-seat MT Diesel Manual

Change Car B

ZAR 549,300 ex-showroom

⚡ 75 kW (101 hp)

🔧 200 Nm

⛽ 11.0 km/l

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Quick Winners

⚡ Performance Tie

⛽ Mileage Hiace

🔑 Ownership Tie

Overall Comparison Score

🏆 Winner

Hiace

/ 100

pts

Hiace Ses'fikile

/ 100

Very close match. Final decision depends on buyer preference.

Executive Summary

Both Hiace and Hiace Ses'fikile are extremely closely matched, making the final choice dependent on buyer preference.

Key Differences At A Glance

Performance Equal

Efficiency Hiace +1 pts

Safety Equal

Practicality Equal

Ownership Equal

Category Score Breakdown

🏆 Overall Winner

Hiace

Performance 7/20

Efficiency 8/20

Safety 6/20

Practicality 6/20

Ownership 12/20

Hiace Ses'fikile

Performance 7/20

Efficiency 7/20

Safety 6/20

Practicality 6/20

Ownership 12/20

Pros & Cons

🏆 Overall Winner

Hiace

Pros

Better fuel efficiency

Cons

No major weaknesses identified

Best For: Fuel Efficiency

Hiace Ses'fikile

Pros

No major strengths identified

Cons

Lower fuel efficiency

Best For: General Use

Who Should Buy Which?

Hiace

Buyers looking for better fuel efficiency

Hiace Ses'fikile

Buyers looking for a balanced all-round vehicle

Full Specification Comparison

Specification	Hiace	Hiace Ses'fikile
Ground Clearance	155	155
Wheelbase	2985	3110
Length	4695	5380
Width	1880	1880
Height	1990	1990
Kerb Weight	1780	2055
Gross Vehicle Weight	2800	3500
Seating Capacity	3	16
Boot Space	0	0
Towing Capacity	2800	2800

Specification	Hiace	Hiace Ses'fikile
Engine	2.5L Turbodiesel	2.5L Turbodiesel
Engine Type	Inline 4-cylinder 2KD-FTV	Inline 4-cylinder 2KD-FTV
Displacement	2494	2494
Cylinders	4	4
Valves per Cylinder	4	4
Power	75	75
Torque	200	200
Fuel System	Common Rail Direct Injection	Common Rail Direct Injection
Top Speed	148	145
0-100 km/h	17.5	18.0
Power @ RPM	3600 rpm	3600 rpm
Torque @ RPM	1800 rpm	1800 rpm
Turbocharger	Turbocharged	Turbocharged

Specification	Hiace	Hiace Ses'fikile
Transmission	5-speed Manual	5-speed Manual
Drive Type	RWD	RWD
Drivetrain Layout	Rear Wheel Drive	Rear Wheel Drive
LSD Available	Mechanical Differential	Mechanical Differential
Transfer Case	None	None

Specification	Hiace	Hiace Ses'fikile
Claimed Mileage	12.0	11.0
City Mileage	10	9
Highway Mileage	14	13
Fuel Tank Capacity	70	70
Emission Standard	Euro 5	Euro 5

Specification	Hiace	Hiace Ses'fikile
Airbags	2	2
ABS	Standard	Standard
Electronic Stability Control	Not Available	Not Available
Traction Control	Standard	Standard
Hill Descent Control	Not Available	Not Available
Child Safety Lock	Standard	Standard
ISOFIX Mounts	Standard	Standard
Brake Assist	Standard	Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor	Not Available	Not Available
Engine Immobiliser	Standard	Standard

Specification	Hiace	Hiace Ses'fikile
Cruise Control	Standard	Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control	Not Available	Not Available
Lane Keep Assist	Not Available	Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring	Not Available	Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	Not Available	Not Available
Parking Sensors	Rear Only	Rear Only
Rear View Camera	Standard	Standard
360 Degree Camera	Not Available	Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking	Not Available	Not Available

Specification	Hiace	Hiace Ses'fikile
Seat Material	Fabric	Fabric
Seat Adjustment	Manual	Manual
Heated Seats	Not Available	Not Available
Ventilated Seats	Not Available	Not Available
Steering Type	Hydraulic Power Steering	Hydraulic Power Steering
Steering Adjustment	Tilt	Tilt
Ambient Lighting	Not Available	Not Available

Specification	Hiace	Hiace Ses'fikile
Climate Control	Not Available	Not Available
Power Windows	All Windows	All Windows
Keyless Entry	Standard	Standard
Push Button Start	Not Available	Not Available
Wireless Charging	Not Available	Not Available
Sunroof	Not Available	Not Available
Electric Tailgate	Not Available	Not Available

Specification	Hiace	Hiace Ses'fikile
Infotainment Screen	Basic Radio	Basic Radio
Apple CarPlay	Not Available	Not Available
Android Auto	Not Available	Not Available
Bluetooth Connectivity	Standard	Standard
Number of Speakers	6	6
Navigation System	Not Available	Not Available

Specification	Hiace	Hiace Ses'fikile
LED Headlamps	Halogen	Halogen
Daytime Running Lamps	Standard	Standard
Fog Lamps	Front Only	Front Only
Roof Rails	Not Available	Not Available
Alloy Wheel Design	Steel Wheels	Steel Wheels

Specification	Hiace	Hiace Ses'fikile
Approach Angle	29	29
Departure Angle	26	26
Wading Depth	700	700
Terrain Modes	None	None
Locking Differential	Rear Differential Lock	Rear Differential Lock

Specification	Hiace	Hiace Ses'fikile
Tyre Size	195/75 R16	195/75 R16
Wheel Type	Steel	Steel
Front Brake Type	Ventilated Disc	Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type	Drum	Drum

Specification	Hiace	Hiace Ses'fikile
Front Suspension	Double Wishbone	Double Wishbone
Rear Suspension	Leaf Spring	Leaf Spring
Chassis Type	Ladder Frame	Ladder Frame

Specification	Hiace	Hiace Ses'fikile
Service Interval	10000 km / 12 months	10000 km / 12 months
Approx Service Cost	Moderate	Moderate
Battery Warranty	24 Months	24 Months

Specification	Hiace	Hiace Ses'fikile
Warranty Years	3	3
Warranty Kilometers	100000	100000
Roadside Assistance	3 Years	3 Years

Specification	Hiace	Hiace Ses'fikile
CO2 Emissions	225	240
Start Stop System	Not Available	Not Available
Hybrid System Type	None	None

Final Verdict

🏆 Toyota Hiace wins with 39 pts vs 38 pts for Hiace Ses'fikile

In structured scoring, Hiace emerges as the stronger overall package. However, Hiace Ses'fikile may appeal to buyers prioritising different factors. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Based on structured category scoring, Hiace performs better overall in South Africa. However, final choice depends on driving priorities.

Hiace scores 8 while Hiace Ses'fikile scores 7 in efficiency. Real-world mileage may vary based on driving conditions.

In safety scoring, Hiace scores 6 and Hiace Ses'fikile scores 6. Both offer competitive safety packages in this segment.

Hiace scores 12 versus Hiace Ses'fikile scoring 12. Warranty coverage and ownership value influence this result.

Practicality scoring gives Hiace 6 and Hiace Ses'fikile 6, reflecting cabin space and usability.

Performance category shows Hiace scoring 7 compared to Hiace Ses'fikile scoring 7, indicating stronger overtaking capability.

While resale depends on market demand, ownership and brand positioning suggest Hiace may hold stronger long-term value.

Off-road suitability depends on drivetrain and ground clearance. Refer to the full specification comparison for detailed technical differences.

Efficiency and ownership categories influence running costs. Hiace performs slightly stronger overall in structured scoring.

Value depends on feature set, performance and ownership coverage. Structured comparison gives Hiace the overall advantage.

Detailed Comparison Analysis

The comparison between Hiace and Hiace Ses'fikile in South Africa evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.

Performance: Hiace scores 7 vs 7.

Efficiency: Hiace scores 8 vs 7.

Safety: Hiace scores 6 vs 6.

Practicality: Hiace scores 6 vs 6.

Ownership: Hiace scores 12 vs 12.

Final structured scoring gives Hiace the advantage in this comparison.

Toyota Hiace vs Toyota Hiace Ses'fikile

Toyota Hiace

Toyota Hiace Ses'fikile

Quick Winners

Overall Comparison Score

Hiace

Hiace Ses'fikile

Executive Summary

Key Differences At A Glance

Category Score Breakdown

Hiace

Hiace Ses'fikile

Pros & Cons

Hiace

Hiace Ses'fikile

Who Should Buy Which?

Hiace

Hiace Ses'fikile

Full Specification Comparison

Final Verdict

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