What car specs does Car Specs SA cover?

Car Specs SA covers over 200 data points per vehicle including engine displacement, power output in kW, torque in Nm, fuel consumption in L/100km, dimensions, weight, towing capacity, safety features, and pricing in South African Rand. Data is sourced from official manufacturer press releases and verified by our automotive data team.

How do I compare two cars on Car Specs SA?

Use the Compare tool at car-specs.za.net/compare/. Select two vehicles using the search fields then click Compare Now. You will see a side-by-side breakdown of engine specs, fuel consumption, dimensions, safety features and pricing. Popular comparisons include Toyota Hilux vs Ford Ranger and VW Polo vs Hyundai i20.

How many vehicles are in the Car Specs SA database?

The Car Specs SA database contains over 20,000 vehicle variants from 80+ manufacturers, covering sedans, hatchbacks, SUVs, bakkies, commercial vehicles and luxury cars sold in South Africa. The database is updated weekly with new 2026 model releases.

Which bakkies are most fuel-efficient in South Africa?

Based on manufacturer-rated fuel consumption figures in the Car Specs SA database, the most fuel-efficient double-cab bakkies in South Africa include the Toyota Hilux 2.4 GD-6 at 7.0L/100km, the Ford Ranger 2.0 TDCi at 7.5L/100km, and the Isuzu D-Max 1.9 at 6.5L/100km. Use the Fuel Cost Calculator at car-specs.za.net/tools/fuel-calculator/ to work out your monthly spend.

What is the difference between kW and hp for car engines?

kW (kilowatts) is the metric unit for engine power used in South Africa. To convert to horsepower, multiply kW by 1.341. For example a 150kW engine produces approximately 201hp. South African car specifications are officially quoted in kW and all vehicles on Car Specs SA use this standard.

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What Is Car Specs SA and What Data Does It Cover?

Car Specs SA is South Africa's most comprehensive vehicle specifications database, covering over 13,006+ vehicles from 97+ manufacturers. Every listing includes 200+ verified data points including engine capacity, power in kW, torque in Nm, fuel consumption in L/100km, dimensions, towing capacity, safety features, and current South African pricing in Rand. All data is sourced from official manufacturer press releases and verified by our automotive data team.

Which cars have the best fuel economy in South Africa?

Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to compare running costs across petrol and diesel models. Browse by body type to rank models by L/100km consumption - the SUV, bakkie and hatchback pages each list official manufacturer figures.

How do I compare two vehicles side by side?

The Car Comparison Tool lets you select any two vehicles and view engine, fuel, safety and price data side by side. Popular comparisons include Hilux vs Ranger, Polo vs i20 and Fortuner vs Everest.

Where does Car Specs SA get its data?

All specifications are researched and verified by Maarten Kronberger with 35+ years of automotive experience. Data is compiled from official manufacturer press releases, factory specification sheets and verified industry sources - never crowdsourced.

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