Cheapest Hatchbacks to Run in South Africa
Ranked by monthly fuel cost at current inland pump prices, assuming 1250 km/month. Adjust the km/month figure to match your own usage.
⛽ Current pump price
Rankings use the current inland price of R28.06/litre (petrol 95). Prices are updated monthly when the DMRE announces adjustments.
Suzuki
Celerio
R 1 473
/month
Toyota
Vitz
R 1 473
/month
Suzuki
Swift
R 1 543
/month
Suzuki
S-Presso
R 1 543
/month
Audi
A1
R 1 684
/month
Volkswagen
Polo Vivo
R 1 684
/month
Renault
Kwid
R 1 719
/month
Tata
Tiago
R 1 754
/month
Kia
Picanto
R 1 754
/month
Volkswagen
Polo
R 1 859
/month
Suzuki
Baleno
R 1 894
/month
Toyota
Starlet
R 1 894
/month
Honda
Fit
R 1 929
/month
Hyundai
Grand i10
R 1 929
/month
Mazda
Mazda2
R 1 999
/month
Audi
A3
R 2 034
/month
Hyundai
i20
R 2 034
/month
Mazda
Mazda3
R 2 069
/month
MG
MG3
R 2 105
/month
Opel
Corsa
R 2 210
/month
Fuel consumption figures are manufacturer-stated combined cycle figures sourced from official specifications. Real-world consumption varies depending on driving style, road conditions, and vehicle load. Monthly fuel cost is calculated using the current inland pump price and the km/month figure shown above. Rankings update automatically when official fuel prices change. Prices shown are manufacturer recommended retail prices (MRRP) and are subject to change.