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 R26.63/litre (petrol 95). Prices are updated monthly when the DMRE announces adjustments.
Suzuki
Celerio
R 1 398
/month
Toyota
Vitz
R 1 398
/month
Suzuki
Swift
R 1 465
/month
Suzuki
S-Presso
R 1 465
/month
Audi
A1
R 1 598
/month
Volkswagen
Polo Vivo
R 1 598
/month
Renault
Kwid
R 1 631
/month
Tata
Tiago
R 1 664
/month
Kia
Picanto
R 1 664
/month
Volkswagen
Polo
R 1 764
/month
Suzuki
Baleno
R 1 798
/month
Toyota
Starlet
R 1 798
/month
Honda
Fit
R 1 831
/month
Hyundai
Grand i10
R 1 831
/month
Mazda
Mazda2
R 1 897
/month
Audi
A3
R 1 931
/month
Hyundai
i20
R 1 931
/month
Mazda
Mazda3
R 1 964
/month
MG
MG3
R 1 997
/month
Opel
Corsa
R 2 097
/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.