VS
At a Glance
Power
89 kW
73kW@5500
Torque
145 Nm
136Nm@4200
Fuel
5.5 l/100km
6.1
Towing
800 Kg
1000
0-100 km/h
—
11.6
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 73kW@5500. On fuel, the Fit returns 5.5 l/100km while the i20 uses 6.1 — important in a market where fuel prices change monthly. Pricing starts at R419 600 for the Fit and R179 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
73kW@5500
Torque
145 Nm
136Nm@4200
0-100 kph
—
11.6
Top Speed
—
181
Engine & Drivetrain
Engine Capacity
1498 cc
1396
Engine Layout
inline
TRANSVERSE INLINE 4
Cylinders
4
4
Fuel Type
petrol
UNLEADED
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
6.1
Fuel Consumption Urban
—
—
Fuel Consumption Highway
—
—
Fuel Tank Capacity
40 l
45
CO2 Emissions
132 g/km
132
Dimensions
Length
4089 mm
3995
Width
1694 mm
-1710
Height
1537 mm
1490
Wheelbase
2530 mm
2525
Ground Clearance
134 mm
150
Kerb Weight
1119 Kg
1028
Doors
5
5
Seats
5
5
Load Volume
309-849-1210 l
—
Towing & Payload
Towing Capacity
800 Kg
1000
Load Capacity
—
295
Safety
ABS
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
EBD
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Brake Assist
✓ Standard
—
Stability Control
✓ Standard
✗
Traction Control
—
✗
Airbag Count
6
2
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
✓ Standard
Satellite Navigation
—
✗
Reversing Camera
✓ Standard
—
Park Distance Rear
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Park Distance Front
✓ Standard
✗
Sunroof
—
✗
Heated Seats
—
✗
Electric Seat Adjustment
—
✗
Keyless Entry
✓ Standard
✗
Alloy Wheels
✓ Standard
✗
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
Tie
2 / 4 categories
Performance
Fit
Fuel Economy
Fit
Value
i20
Practicality
i20
Pros & Cons
Honda Fit
Better fuel economy (5.5 l/100km)
Factory service plan included
Higher starting price
HYUNDAI i20
Lower starting price (R179 900)
Higher towing capacity (1000)
Higher fuel consumption (6.1)
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 6.1 on the combined cycle. The Fit 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 73kW@5500 and 136Nm@4200 of torque. They produce similar power outputs.
What is the price difference between the Fit and i20?
The Fit starts from R419 600 and the i20 from R179 900. The i20 is cheaper by R239 700 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 1000. 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.