Source type: Mazda Southern Africa
Mazda All-New CX-5 vs Suzuki Grand Vitara
A proper head-to-head in South Africa — we cover price, performance, petrol economy, safety and what it'll actually cost you to own each one long term.
Mazda All-New CX-5
Suzuki Grand Vitara
Decision summary
Mazda All-New CX-5 vs Suzuki Grand Vitara: the short answer
All-New CX-5 and Grand Vitara are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Five key differences
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| Specification | All-New CX-5 | Grand Vitara |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | All-New CX-5132 kW @ 6000 rpm | Grand Vitara76 kW @ 6000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | All-New CX-5240 Nm @ 4000 rpm | Grand Vitara137 Nm @ 4400 rpm |
| Engine Size | All-New CX-52488 cc | Grand Vitara1462 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | All-New CX-513.2 km/l | Grand Vitara17.9 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | All-New CX-5205 mm | Grand Vitara210 mm |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Source type: Official OEM South Africa
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Mazda All-New CX-5
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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
All-New CX-5
- More powerful engine output
- Stronger listed safety equipment
- Stronger published practicality figures
- Lower fuel efficiency
Grand Vitara
- Better fuel efficiency
- Less powerful engine setup
- Fewer listed safety features
- Lower published practicality figures
Which One's Right for You?
All-New CX-5
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
- Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Grand Vitara
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Full Specs, Side by Side
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| Spec | All-New CX-5 | Grand Vitara |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2026 | 2022 |
| Generation | Third-generation Mazda CX-5 for South Africa | Third generation YHB-series Grand Vitara; shared platform with Toyota Urban Cruiser (a partnership-specific platform development); mild-hybrid system uses belt-integrated starter generator technology; all-new design and powertrain versus the previous generation |
| Facelift History | All-new third-generation model; no facelift applies | Third-generation Grand Vitara launched in SA in 2022; previous second-generation model discontinued in SA in 2015; current generation is a complete redesign on a new platform shared with the Toyota Urban Cruiser |
| Facelift Launched Since | 2026 | 2022 |
| Facelift Version Ending | Current | Current |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Production Status | upcoming | published |
| Segment | Medium SUV | SUV |
| Vehicle Type | Passenger Vehicle | SUV |
| Color Note | - | Pearl Arctic White, Metallic Grandeur Grey, Metallic Midnight Blue, Premium Silver, Pearl Burning Red |
| Dealer Stock Note | - | Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Drivetrain Note | - | Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 1.5 Hybrid GLX AllGrip AT |
| Tare Mass Kg | - | 1225 kg |
| Spec | All-New CX-5 | Grand Vitara |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4690 mm | 4345 mm |
| Width | 1860 mm | 1795 mm |
| Height | 1695 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2815 mm | 2600 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 205 mm | 210 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | 200 mm | - |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 l | 45 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 466 l | 310 l |
| Kerb Weight | 1629 kg | 1225 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 2190 kg | 1680 kg |
| Payload Capacity | 561 kg | 530 kg |
| Towing Capacity | 1500 kg | - |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Rows | 2 rows | 2 rows |
| Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 6.0 m | 5.4 m |
| Front Headroom | 1007 mm | 1010 mm |
| Rear Headroom | 1020 mm | 970 mm |
| Front Legroom | 1058 mm | 1060 mm |
| Rear Legroom | 1012 mm | 935 mm |
| Spec | All-New CX-5 | Grand Vitara |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol | 1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol Mild Hybrid |
| Engine Code | Not Officially Disclosed | K15C |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol Mild Hybrid |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | 12V Mild Hybrid |
| Engine Displacement | 2488 cc | 1462 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Cylinder Layout | Inline | Inline |
| Valves | 16 | 16 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated | Naturally Aspirated |
| Fuel System | Direct Injection | Multi-Point Injection |
| Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Bore | 89 mm | 74 mm |
| Stroke | 100 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Maximum Power | 132 kW @ 6000 rpm | 76 kW @ 6000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 240 Nm @ 4000 rpm | 137 Nm @ 4400 rpm |
| Combined Power | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Combined Torque | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Motor Type | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Number of Motors | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Motor Location | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Type | FWD | 4WD |
| Transmission | 6-Speed Automatic | 6-Speed Automatic |
| Top Speed | 187 km/h | 175 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 10.4 sec | 13.5 sec |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | Normal, Sport | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Launch Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rev Limiter | 6500 rpm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 81.0 kW/tonne | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 147.3 Nm/tonne | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Battery Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Usable Battery Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Battery Type | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Battery Voltage | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Electric Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Time | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Time | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Regenerative Braking | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Spec | All-New CX-5 | Grand Vitara |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | 6-Speed Automatic | 6-Speed Automatic with Paddle Shifters |
| Drivetrain Layout | Front-engine, front-wheel drive | All Wheel Drive (AWD) |
| LSD Available | Not Available | Not Applicable |
| Transfer Case | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Paddle Shifters | Not Available | Standard Sport Paddle Shifters |
| Final Drive Ratio | 4.624 | 4.388:1 |
| Number of Gears | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-Speed Automatic |
| Clutch Type | Not Applicable | Single Dry Plate Diaphragm |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Standard | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Type | Automatic | 6-Speed Automatic with Paddle Shifters |
| Drivetrain | FWD | 4WD / AWD |
| 4WD Engagement | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Hi Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Lo Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Selector | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | Not Available | Standard Sport Paddle Shifters |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Gearbox Type | Torque Converter Automatic | 6-Speed Automatic with Paddle Shifters |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Axle Layout | 4x2 | AWD — AllGrip Auto |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Transmission Speeds | 6 | 6 |
| Engine Position | - | Transverse Front-Mounted |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | - | 2.8 |
| Spec | All-New CX-5 | Grand Vitara |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 13.2 km/l | 17.9 km/l |
| City Mileage | Not Officially Disclosed | 14.5 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | Not Officially Disclosed | 20.8 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 l | 45 l |
| Emission Standard | Euro VI | Euro 5 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Auto Start Stop | Standard | Not Applicable |
| Real-world Mileage | 13.2 km/l | 17.9 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 56 | 45 |
| Combined Driving Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Electric Consumption | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Highway | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Mixed | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Spec | All-New CX-5 | Grand Vitara |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 7 | 6 |
| ABS | Standard | Standard |
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard | Standard |
| Traction Control | Standard | Standard |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Hill Start Assist | Standard | Standard |
| Child Safety Lock | Standard | Standard |
| ISOFIX Mounts | Standard | 2 Rear ISOFIX Points |
| Brake Assist | Standard | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Standard | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Standard | Standard |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Front and Rear | All Seats |
| Front Parking Sensors | Standard | Not Available |
| AEB | Standard | Not Available |
| BA | Standard | Standard |
| Brake Override System | Standard | Not Available |
| Curtain Airbags | Standard | Not Available |
| Driver Airbag | Standard | 6 |
| EBD | Standard | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Standard | Standard |
| Hill Hold | Standard | Standard |
| Passenger Airbag | Standard | 6 |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Standard | Not Available |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Standard | All Seats |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front and Rear | All Seats |
| Side Airbags | Standard | Not Available |
| Stability Control | Standard | Standard |
| TCS | Standard | Standard |
| Knee Airbag | Standard | Not Available |
| ABS EBD | Standard | Standard |
| Alarm System | - | Standard |
| Central Locking | - | Remote Central Locking |
| Side Impact Beams | - | Standard |
| Speed Alert System | - | Standard — Audible Warning at 120 km/h |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | - | Not Available |
| Safety Rating | - | Not Independently Rated |
| Whiplash Protection | - | Active Head Restraints on Front Seats |
| Lane Change Warning | - | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | - | Not Available |
| Anti Theft Alarm | - | Standard |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | - | 6 |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | - | 6 |
| ESC With Traction Control | - | Standard |
| Spec | All-New CX-5 | Grand Vitara |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Standard | Standard Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Lane Keep Assist | Standard | Not Available |
| Lane Departure Warning | Standard | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Standard | Not Available |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Standard | Not Available |
| Parking Sensors | Front and Rear | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors |
| Rear View Camera | Standard | 360-Degree Surround View |
| 360 Degree Camera | Not Available | 360-Degree Surround View Camera |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Standard | Not Available |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Standard | Not Available |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Not Available | Not Available |
| Auto Highbeam | Standard | Not Available |
| Auto Wipers | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Standard | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Standard | 360-Degree Surround View |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Standard | Standard Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Park Assist | Not Available | Not Available |
| Around View Monitor | Not Available | 360-Degree Surround View Camera |
| Blind Spot Warning | Standard | Not Available |
| Forward Collision Warning | Standard | Not Available |
| Auto Lights | - | Standard |
| Emergency Braking | - | Not Available |
| Front Camera | - | Not Available |
| Parking Distance Sensors | - | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors |
| Parking Sensor | - | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors |
| Pre-Collision System | - | Not Available |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | - | Standard |
| Rear View Camera | - | 360-Degree Surround View |
| Reverse Camera Type | - | 360-Degree Surround View |
| Reversing Camera | - | 360-Degree Surround View |
| Surround View Camera | Not Available | 360-Degree Surround View Camera |
| Spec | All-New CX-5 | Grand Vitara |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Black Cloth | Leatherette Seat Trim |
| Heated Seats | Not Available | Not Applicable |
| Ventilated Seats | Not Available | Not Applicable |
| Ambient Lighting | Multi-colour | Not Applicable |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather | Urethane |
| 60 40 Split Seat | 40:20:40 | 60:40 Split Fold |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Manual (Driver & Passenger) | Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | Manual | Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment |
| Seat Trim | Black Cloth | Leatherette Seat Trim |
| Seat Adjustment | - | Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment |
| Steering Type | - | Electric Power Assisted (EPAS) |
| Steering Adjustment | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Folding Rear Seats | - | 60:40 Split Fold |
| Front Armrest | - | Standard Centre Armrest |
| Rear Armrest | - | Integrated in Seat Back |
| Front Shoulder Room | - | 1455 mm |
| Rear Shoulder Room | - | 1430 mm |
| Cup Holders | - | 4 |
| Rear AC Vents | - | Not Available |
| Rear USB Ports | - | 0 |
| Instrument Cluster Type | - | Analogue with Digital Trip Display |
| Interior Colour Options | - | 2 |
| Driver Lumbar Support | - | Not Available |
| Door Map Pockets | - | All Four Door Pockets |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | - | Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment |
| Fabric Seats | - | Leatherette Seat Trim |
| Armrest Front | - | Standard Centre Armrest |
| Armrest Rear | - | Integrated in Seat Back |
| Boot Space Seats Down | - | 708 |
| Driver Seat | - | Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | - | 9-inch touchscreen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, dual-zone climate control (GLX and Hybrid), 360-degree surround view camera (GLX AT and Hybrid), adaptive cruise control (GLX and Hybrid), blind-spot monitoring (GL |
| Interior Trim Colour | - | 2 |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | - | Leatherette Seat Trim |
| Interior Colours | - | 2 |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | - | Integrated in Seat Back |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | - | Not Available |
| Seat Belt Warning | - | All Seats |
| Seat Fold Type | - | 60:40 Split Fold |
| Spec | All-New CX-5 | Grand Vitara |
|---|---|---|
| Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic | Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Windows | Front and Rear | All Four Windows |
| Keyless Entry | Smart Keyless Entry | Not Available |
| Push Button Start | Standard | Not Available |
| Wireless Charging | Standard | Standard 15W Wireless Charger |
| Sunroof | Not Available | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Electric Tailgate | Manual | Not Available |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Standard | Standard |
| AC Type | Dual-Zone Automatic | Automatic Climate Control |
| Load Bed Length | - | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | - | Not Applicable |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Standard |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | - | Not Available |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | 708 l |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | 708 l |
| Rear Window Defroster | - | Standard |
| Electric Mirror Folding | - | Electrically Adjustable Auto-Fold Mirrors |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | - | Standard — Driver Height Adjustable |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | - | Not Available |
| 12V Accessory Socket | - | 1 x 12V Socket |
| Speed Limiter | - | Standard |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | - | Not Available |
| Climate Zones | - | Automatic Climate Control |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | - | All Four Windows |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | - | Not Available |
| Engine Start Stop | Standard | Not Available |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Standard | Not Available |
| Engine Warranty | - | 4 Years |
| Front Armrest | - | Standard Centre Armrest |
| Front Power Outlet | - | 1 x 12V Socket |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | - | 5.6 |
| Glovebox Cooling | - | All Four Door Pockets |
| Hill Start Assist | - | Standard |
| Panoramic Roof | Not Available | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Mirrors | - | All Four Windows |
| Push Button Start | Standard | Not Available |
| Rear Defogger | - | Standard |
| Rear Seat Split | - | 60:40 Split Fold |
| Rear Wing | - | Not Available |
| Seat Type | - | Leatherette Seat Trim |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | - | All Seats |
| Spare Wheel | Temporary 155/80 R17 | Space Saver Spare |
| Speed Alert System | - | Standard |
| Stabilizer Bar | - | Standard |
| Steering Mounted Controls | - | Standard |
| Telescopic Steering | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Tilt Steering | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Voice Command | - | Via Smartphone |
| Voice Command Support | - | Via Smartphone Mirroring |
| Accelerator 0 100 | - | 13.5 sec |
| Air Conditioning | Dual-Zone Automatic | Automatic Climate Control |
| Battery Preconditioning | - | Not Available |
| Bed Extender | - | Not Available |
| Bottle Holders | - | 4 |
| Canopy Fitment | - | Not Available |
| Centre Console | - | Standard Centre Armrest |
| Common Rail Injection | - | Multi-Point Fuel Injection with 12V ISG |
| Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Difflock | - | Not Available |
| Digital Speedometer | - | Analogue with Digital Trip Display |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | - | Electrically Adjustable Auto-Fold Mirrors |
| Front Wiper | - | Standard |
| Front Wipers Type | - | Standard |
| Glove Box | - | All Four Door Pockets |
| Intelligent Battery System | - | Not Available |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | - | Not Available |
| Lift Gate | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Cover | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Light | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Steps | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Length Mm | - | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Width Mm | - | Not Applicable |
| Manual Aircon | - | Automatic Climate Control |
| Mirror | - | Electrically Adjustable Body-Coloured Mirrors |
| One Pedal Driving | - | Not Available |
| Passive Entry Start | - | Not Available |
| Power Socket 12v | - | 1 x 12V Socket |
| Powered Tailgate | - | Not Available |
| Rear Air Conditioning | - | Not Available |
| Rear Electric Motor | - | Not Available |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | - | Not Available |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | - | Not Available |
| Remote Central Locking | - | Remote Central Locking |
| Remote Side Mirror | - | Electrically Adjustable Body-Coloured Mirrors |
| Rim Size | 17x7J | 17 Inches |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | - | Standard Roof Rails |
| Side Impact Bars | - | Standard |
| Sonar | - | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors |
| Sound System | 8 | 6 |
| Source Model Column | - | grand-vitara |
| Sports Bar | - | Not Available |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | - | Standard |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | - | Standard |
| Steering Column Adjustment | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Sub Frame | - | Monocoque |
| Surround View Monitor | Not Available | 360-Degree Surround View Camera |
| Tailgate Damper | - | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | - | Not Available |
| Tow Bar Type | - | Not Available |
| TPMS | Standard | Standard |
| Trim Level | - | flagship |
| Unlocking | Smart Keyless Entry | Not Available |
| Variant Role | - | Performance-focused derivative |
| Vdc | - | Standard |
| Vehicle To Grid | - | Not Available |
| Vehicle To Load | - | Not Available |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | - | Not Available |
| Walk Away Lock | - | Not Available |
| Wireless Charger | Standard | Standard 15W Wireless Charger |
| Spec | All-New CX-5 | Grand Vitara |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | Mazda Connect | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Apple CarPlay | Wireless | Wireless Apple CarPlay |
| Android Auto | Wireless | Wired Android Auto |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Standard | Standard |
| Number of Speakers | 8 | 6 |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | 10.25-inch | 9-inch Digital Cluster |
| USB Ports | 2 USB-C | 2 |
| Infotainment Screen | 12.9-inch | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Touchscreen | 12.9-inch | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Navigation System | - | Via Smartphone Mirroring |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Wireless | Wireless Apple CarPlay |
| Wireless Android Auto | Wireless | Wired Android Auto |
| FM Radio | - | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Standard |
| Voice Recognition | - | Via Smartphone |
| AUX Input | - | Not Available |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 12.9-inch | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | - | Not Available |
| Audio Controls On Steering | - | Standard |
| Infotainment Display | - | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Rear Usb | - | 2 |
| Audio | - | Standard |
| Audio Speakers | 8 | 6 |
| Audio System | - | Standard |
| Display Audio | - | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | - | 2 |
| Multi Information Display | - | Analogue with Digital Trip Display |
| Connected Services | - | Standard |
| Voice Control | - | Via Smartphone |
| Smartphone Connectivity | - | Wireless Apple CarPlay |
| Radio | - | Standard |
| Spec | All-New CX-5 | Grand Vitara |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | Standard | LED Projector Headlamps |
| Daytime Running Lamps | Standard | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Not Available | Front Fog Lamps |
| Roof Rails | Not Available | Standard Roof Rails |
| Exterior Colour Options | Aero Grey, Arctic White, Jet Black, Machine Grey, Navy Blue Mica, Polymetal Grey, Rhodium White, Soul Red Crystal | 6 |
| Headlights | Standard | LED Projector Headlamps |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Not Available | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Alloy Wheel Design | - | 17-inch Polished Two-Tone Alloy Wheels |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | - | Not Available |
| Body Cladding | - | Black Plastic Side Body Cladding |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Not Available |
| Roof Type | - | Standard Fixed Roof |
| Wing Mirror Type | - | Electrically Adjustable Body-Coloured Mirrors |
| Rear Wiper | - | Standard |
| Door Handle Finish | - | Body-Coloured Door Handles |
| Body Type | - | SUV |
| DRL | Standard | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lights | - | Front Fog Lamps |
| Front Fog Lights | - | Front Fog Lamps |
| Led Headlights | Standard | LED Projector Headlamps |
| Auto Headlights | - | Standard |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lights | Standard | LED DRLs |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | - | Not Available |
| Exterior Colour Options | - | 5 |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | - | Body-Coloured Door Handles |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | - | All Four Windows |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | - | Electrically Adjustable Auto-Fold Mirrors |
| Front Fog Lamps | Not Available | Front Fog Lamps |
| Headlamp Levelling | - | LED Projector Headlamps |
| Headlamps | Standard | LED Projector Headlamps |
| Headlight Type | Standard | LED Projector Headlamps |
| Load Bed Liner | - | Not Available |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Not Available |
| Sunroof Slide | - | Not Available |
| Sunroof Tilt | - | Not Available |
| Spec | All-New CX-5 | Grand Vitara |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | 17.9 deg | 19 deg |
| Departure Angle | 23.3 deg | 21 deg |
| Wading Depth | Not Available | 0 mm |
| Terrain Modes | Normal, Sport | Not Available |
| Locking Differential | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 4WD System Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Breakover Angle | 16.8 deg | 18 deg |
| Underbody Protection | - | Skid Plate Under Engine |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | - | 18 deg |
| Recovery Hooks | - | Front and Rear Tow Hooks |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Ramp-over Angle | - | 18 deg |
| Approach Angle Deg | - | 19 deg |
| Departure Angle Deg | - | 21 deg |
| Energy Recovery Display | - | Not Available |
| Ground Clearance Max | - | 210 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | - | 210 mm |
| Off Road Descent Control | - | Not Available |
| Wading Depth Mm | - | 0 mm |
| Spec | All-New CX-5 | Grand Vitara |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 225/65 R17 | 215/60 R17 |
| Front Brake Type | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Solid Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Spare Wheel Type | Temporary 155/80 R17 | Space Saver Spare |
| Wheel Rim Size | 17x7J | 17 Inches |
| Handbrake Type | Electronic Parking Brake | Conventional Handbrake |
| Wheel Type | - | 17-inch Polished Two-Tone Alloy Wheels |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | - | 296 mm |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | - | 259 mm |
| Parking Brake Type | - | Conventional Handbrake |
| Tyre Load Index | - | 96 |
| Tyre Speed Rating | - | H |
| Brake Type Front | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Brake Type Rear | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Spare Tyre | Temporary 155/80 R17 | Space Saver Spare |
| Tyre Type | - | 215/60 R17 |
| Wheel Diameter | 17x7J | 17 Inches |
| Auto Brake Hold | - | Conventional Handbrake |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | - | Not Available |
| Brakes | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Cornering Brake Control | - | Standard |
| Electric Park Brake | - | Conventional Handbrake |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | - | Not Available |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | - | Standard |
| Leather Steering Wheel | - | Urethane |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | - | Space Saver Spare |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | - | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | - | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Trim | - | Urethane |
| Tyre Pressure Display | - | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Standard | Standard |
| Wheel Material | - | 17-inch Polished Two-Tone Alloy Wheels |
| Wheel Size Type | - | 17 Inches |
| Wheels | - | 17-inch Polished Two-Tone Alloy Wheels |
| Spec | All-New CX-5 | Grand Vitara |
|---|---|---|
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link | Multi-Link Independent with Coil Spring |
| Front Track Width | - | 1565 mm |
| Rear Track Width | - | 1565 mm |
| Chassis Type | - | Monocoque |
| Power Steering | - | Electric Power Assisted (EPAS) |
| Steering Column | - | Tilt and Telescopic Adjustable |
| Front Spring Type | - | Coil Spring |
| Rear Spring Type | - | Coil Spring |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | - | Standard |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | - | Standard |
| Shock Absorber Type | - | Telescopic Gas Dampers |
| Chassis Material | - | Monocoque |
| Front Suspension Type | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring |
| Rear Axle Type | - | Multi-Link Independent with Coil Spring |
| Rear Suspension Type | Multi-Link | Multi-Link Independent with Coil Spring |
| Shock Absorbers | - | Telescopic Gas Dampers |
| Suspension | - | MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring |
| Spec | All-New CX-5 | Grand Vitara |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 174 g/km | 131 g/km |
| Start Stop System | - | Automatic Start-Stop via ISG |
| Hybrid System Type | - | 12V SHVS Mild Hybrid — Integrated Starter Generator (ISG) |
| Noise Level | - | 68 dB |
| Variable Valve Timing | - | Dual VVT — Intake and Exhaust |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | - | 93 RON Unleaded |
| Particulate Filter | - | Gasoline Particulate Filter (GPF) |
| Euro Emission Standard | - | Euro 5 |
| Green NCAP Rating | - | Improved — Mild Hybrid Reduces City Fuel Use |
| Idle CO2 Output | - | Within Euro 5 Limits |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | - | Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP) |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | - | 131 |
| Spec | All-New CX-5 | Grand Vitara |
|---|---|---|
| Service Plan | 5 Years/Unlimited km | Not Included |
| Service Interval | - | 15,000 km or 12 Months |
| Approx Service Cost | - | Approx R2,000–R2,500 per Service |
| Battery Warranty | - | 12 Months |
| Maintenance Plan | - | Not Included |
| Engine Oil Capacity | - | 3.7 l |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | - | 10,000 km or 6 Months |
| First Service At | - | 1,000 km Inspection |
| Service Plan Duration | 5 Years/Unlimited km | Not Included |
| Service Plan Distance | 5 Years/Unlimited km | Not Included |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | - | Underbody Rust Protection |
| Service Intervals | - | 15,000 km or 12 Months |
| Spec | All-New CX-5 | Grand Vitara |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Upcoming exact South African retail grade with confirmed launch price | Flagship |
| Price Zar | 570000 ZAR | 542900 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Announced launch price | Current listed price |
| Starting Price | 570000 | 542900 |
| Starting Price Zar | 570000 | 542900 |
| Spec | All-New CX-5 | Grand Vitara |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty | 5 Years/Unlimited km | 5 |
| Warranty Years | 5 Years/Unlimited km | 5 |
| Warranty Kilometers | 5 Years/Unlimited km | 5 |
| Roadside Assistance | - | 5 Years Roadside Assistance |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | - | 3 Years Anti-Corrosion |
| Basic Warranty | 5 Years/Unlimited km | 5 |
| Roadside Assistance | - | 5 Years Roadside Assistance |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | - | 5 Years Roadside Assistance |
| Spec | All-New CX-5 | Grand Vitara |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | - | 6.0 l/100km |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | - | 8.5 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | - | 4.8 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | - | 6.5 l/100km |
| Owner Review Count | - | 0 |
In depth: how these cars differ
This All-New CX-5 and Grand Vitara comparison uses the exact South African derivatives selected above. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: All-New CX-5 52 vs Grand Vitara 34.
Efficiency index: All-New CX-5 52 vs Grand Vitara 73.
Safety-equipment index: All-New CX-5 98 vs Grand Vitara 88.
Practicality index: All-New CX-5 66 vs Grand Vitara 62.
Ownership-cover index: All-New CX-5 not separately scored vs Grand Vitara 71.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.
Specification Evidence Index
A transparent comparison of published catalogue fields. This is not a road-test score, owner rating or editorial review rating, and it appears only when every vehicle clears the same comparable-data threshold.
All-New CX-5 leads by 4 points
All-New CX-5 and Grand Vitara are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
All-New CX-5
Grand Vitara
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
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All-New CX-5
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What the evidence means
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, All-New CX-5 leads. However, Grand Vitara may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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All-New CX-5 vs Grand Vitara questions
There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the exact South African derivatives on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.
Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.
Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.
A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.
Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.
Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.