VS
At a Glance
Power
77kW@6200
145 kW
Torque
138Nm@3400
290 Nm
Fuel
—
7.5 l/100km
Towing
1154
1250 Kg
0-100 km/h
14.6
—
Engine
1590
1598 cc
Choosing between the HONDA HR-V and the Omoda C7 is one of the most common decisions South African car buyers face. The HONDA HR-V delivers 77kW@6200 while the Omoda C7 produces 145 kW. On fuel, the HR-V returns 0 while the C7 uses 7.5 l/100km — important in a market where fuel prices change monthly. Pricing starts at R218 900 for the HR-V and R589 900 for the C7. 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
77kW@6200
145 kW
Torque
138Nm@3400
290 Nm
0-100 kph
14.6
—
Top Speed
169
—
Engine & Drivetrain
Engine Capacity
1590
1598 cc
Engine Layout
TRANSVERSE INLINE 4
inline
Cylinders
4
4
Fuel Type
UNLEADED
petrol
Forced Induction Device
—
turbocharger
Transmission
MANUAL
automatic
Number of Gears
5
7
Drive Wheels
ALL
front
Full Time 4x4
✗
—
Low Range
✗
—
Fuel Economy
Fuel Consumption Average
—
7.5 l/100km
Fuel Consumption Urban
—
—
Fuel Consumption Highway
—
—
Fuel Tank Capacity
55
51 l
CO2 Emissions
—
173 g/km
Dimensions
Length
4110
4660 mm
Width
1695
1875 mm
Height
1580
1670 mm
Wheelbase
2450
2720 mm
Ground Clearance
190
176 mm
Kerb Weight
1154
1578 Kg
Doors
5
5
Seats
4
5
Load Volume
—
614-1371 l
Towing & Payload
Towing Capacity
1154
1250 Kg
Load Capacity
603
—
Safety
ABS
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
EBD
—
✓ Standard
Brake Assist
—
✓ Standard
Stability Control
✗
✓ Standard
Traction Control
✗
✓ Standard
Airbag Count
2
8
Driver Airbag
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Passenger Airbag
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Side Airbags Front
—
✓ Standard
Curtain Airbags
—
✓ Standard
Features & Tech
Air Conditioning
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Climate Control
✗
✓ Standard
Cruise Control
✗
✓ Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
—
✓ Standard
Bluetooth
—
✓ Standard
Satellite Navigation
?
—
Reversing Camera
—
✓ Standard
Park Distance Rear
—
✓ Standard
Park Distance Front
—
✓ Standard
Sunroof
✗
✓ Standard
Heated Seats
—
✓ Standard
Electric Seat Adjustment
✗
—
Keyless Entry
?
✓ Standard
Alloy Wheels
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Warranty & Service
Warranty Period
36
7 vehicle / 10 engine for 1st owner
Warranty Distance
100000
200000 vehicle / 1000000 engine for 1st
Service Plan
M
✓ Standard
Service Plan Years
—
5
Service Plan Distance
—
75000
Service Intervals
20000
15000
The Verdict
Which Wins?
Overall Winner
Omoda C7
2 / 4 categories
Performance
C7
Fuel Economy
Tied
Value
HR-V
Practicality
C7
Pros & Cons
HONDA HR-V
Lower starting price (R218 900)
No factory service plan
Omoda C7
Higher towing capacity (1250 Kg)
Factory service plan included
Higher fuel consumption (7.5 l/100km)
Higher starting price
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is more fuel efficient, the HR-V or C7?
The HR-V uses 0 and the C7 uses 7.5 l/100km on the combined cycle. In South African conditions with a mix of highway and urban driving, real-world figures will be slightly higher.
Which has more power, the HR-V or C7?
The HR-V produces 77kW@6200 and 138Nm@3400 of torque while the C7 delivers 145 kW and 290 Nm of torque. They produce similar power outputs.
What is the price difference between the HR-V and C7?
The HR-V starts from R218 900 and the C7 from R589 900. The HR-V is cheaper by R371 000 at this variant level. Final on-the-road pricing varies by dealer and specification.
Which has a higher towing capacity, the HR-V or C7?
The HR-V has a braked towing capacity of 1154 and the C7 can tow 1250 Kg. Always verify towing limits in the owner's manual before hitching a trailer.
Should I buy the HR-V or the C7?
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.