VS
At a Glance
Power
89 kW
66kW@4000
Torque
145 Nm
220Nm@1500
Fuel
5.5 l/100km
5
Towing
800 Kg
1100
0-100 km/h
—
13.5
Engine
1498 cc
1396
Choosing between the Honda Fit and the HYUNDAI i20 is one of the most common decisions South African car buyers face. The Honda Fit delivers 89 kW while the HYUNDAI i20 produces 66kW@4000. On fuel, the Fit returns 5.5 l/100km while the i20 uses 5 — important in a market where fuel prices change monthly. Pricing starts at R383 400 for the Fit and R204 900 for the i20. Both vehicles have their merits. The right choice depends on your priorities: fuel economy, performance, towing ability, safety features or total cost of ownership. This comparison covers every specification available so you can make an informed decision.
Performance
Power Output
89 kW
66kW@4000
Torque
145 Nm
220Nm@1500
0-100 kph
—
13.5
Top Speed
—
174
Engine & Drivetrain
Engine Capacity
1498 cc
1396
Engine Layout
inline
TRANSVERSE INLINE 4
Cylinders
4
4
Fuel Type
petrol
DIESEL
Transmission
automatic
MANUAL
Number of Gears
—
6
Drive Wheels
front
FRONT
Full Time 4x4
—
✗
Low Range
—
✗
Fuel Economy
Fuel Consumption Average
5.5 l/100km
5
Fuel Consumption Urban
—
—
Fuel Consumption Highway
—
—
Fuel Tank Capacity
40 l
45
CO2 Emissions
132 g/km
110
Dimensions
Length
4089 mm
3995
Width
1694 mm
-1710
Height
1537 mm
1490
Wheelbase
2530 mm
2525
Ground Clearance
134 mm
150
Kerb Weight
1104 Kg
1115
Doors
5
5
Seats
5
5
Load Volume
309-849-1210 l
—
Towing & Payload
Towing Capacity
800 Kg
1100
Load Capacity
—
295
Safety
ABS
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
EBD
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Brake Assist
✓ Standard
—
Stability Control
✓ Standard
✗
Traction Control
—
✗
Airbag Count
6
6
Driver Airbag
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Passenger Airbag
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Side Airbags Front
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Curtain Airbags
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Features & Tech
Air Conditioning
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Climate Control
✓ Standard
✗
Cruise Control
✓ Standard
✗
Adaptive Cruise Control
✓ Standard
—
Bluetooth
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Satellite Navigation
—
✗
Park Distance Rear
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Park Distance Front
✓ Standard
✗
Sunroof
—
✗
Heated Seats
—
✗
Electric Seat Adjustment
—
✗
Keyless Entry
✓ Standard
✗
Alloy Wheels
—
✗
Warranty & Service
Warranty Period
5
60
Warranty Distance
200000 Km
150000
Service Plan
✓ Standard
S
Service Plan Years
4
—
Service Plan Distance
60000
—
Service Intervals
15000
15000
The Verdict
Which Wins?
Overall Winner
HYUNDAI i20
3 / 4 categories
Performance
Fit
Fuel Economy
i20
Value
i20
Practicality
i20
Pros & Cons
Honda Fit
Factory service plan included
Higher fuel consumption (5.5 l/100km)
Higher starting price
HYUNDAI i20
Better fuel economy (5)
Lower starting price (R204 900)
Higher towing capacity (1100)
No factory service plan
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is more fuel efficient, the Fit or i20?
The Fit uses 5.5 l/100km and the i20 uses 5 on the combined cycle. The i20 is the more fuel-efficient choice. In South African conditions with a mix of highway and urban driving, real-world figures will be slightly higher.
Which has more power, the Fit or i20?
The Fit produces 89 kW and 145 Nm of torque while the i20 delivers 66kW@4000 and 220Nm@1500 of torque. They produce similar power outputs.
What is the price difference between the Fit and i20?
The Fit starts from R383 400 and the i20 from R204 900. The i20 is cheaper by R178 500 at this variant level. Final on-the-road pricing varies by dealer and specification.
Which has a higher towing capacity, the Fit or i20?
The Fit has a braked towing capacity of 800 Kg and the i20 can tow 1100. Always verify towing limits in the owner's manual before hitching a trailer.
Should I buy the Fit or the i20?
It depends on your priorities. If fuel economy matters most, check the L/100km figures above. If you need towing capacity, compare the towing ratings. For day-to-day South African driving - load shedding runs, potholed roads, school runs and highway commutes - consider ground clearance, service network coverage, and total cost of ownership including insurance and maintenance. Use the spec tables above to compare every detail before making your decision.