Source type: Mazda Southern Africa
Mazda All-New CX-5 vs Nissan X-Trail
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.
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Mazda All-New CX-5
2.5 Active Edition Auto FWD
Petrol
6-Speed Automatic
Upcoming
Launch price pending
Upcoming in South Africa
Confirmed launch information and specifications remain visible while final availability is pending.
⚡ 132 kW
🔧 240 Nm
⛽ 13.2 km/l
VS
Nissan X-Trail
2.5 Acenta Plus 4WD CVT 7-seat
Petrol
CVT
Current
ZAR 812,900
ex-showroom
⚡ 135 kW
🔧 244 Nm
⛽ 12.8 km/l
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Add a 3rd car
Decision summary
Mazda All-New CX-5 vs Nissan X-Trail: the short answer
All-New CX-5 and X-Trail are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Five key differences
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| Specification | All-New CX-5 | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | All-New CX-5132 kW @ 6000 rpm | X-Trail135 kW @ 6000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | All-New CX-5240 Nm @ 4000 rpm | X-Trail244 Nm @ 3600 rpm |
| Engine Size | All-New CX-52488 cc | X-Trail2488 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | All-New CX-513.2 km/l | X-Trail12.8 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | All-New CX-5205 mm | X-Trail211 mm |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Source type: Nissan South Africa X-Trail specifications page and September 2025 brochure
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Mazda All-New CX-5
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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
All-New CX-5
Strengths
- Better fuel efficiency
- Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
- Less powerful engine setup
- Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:
Published Efficiency
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X-Trail
Strengths
- More powerful engine output
- Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
- Lower fuel efficiency
- Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:
Published Performance
Published Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
All-New CX-5
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
- Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
X-Trail
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
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| Spec | All-New CX-5 | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2026 | 2001 |
| Generation | Third-generation Mazda CX-5 for South Africa | T33 fourth-generation Nissan X-Trail for South Africa |
| Facelift History | All-new third-generation model; no facelift applies | Current South African T33 X-Trail specification from Nissan official page and September 2025 brochure |
| Facelift Launched Since | 2026 | 2023 |
| Facelift Version Ending | Current | Current |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Production Status | upcoming | published |
| Segment | Medium SUV | Family SUV |
| Vehicle Type | Passenger Vehicle | SUV |
| Color Note | - | White, Silver, Black, Grey, Blue |
| Dealer Stock Note | - | Top grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Drivetrain Note | - | Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 2.5 Acenta Plus 4WD CVT 7-seat |
| Tare Mass Kg | - | 1666 kg |
| Spec | All-New CX-5 | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4690 mm | 4680 mm |
| Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Height | 1695 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2815 mm | 2705 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 205 mm | 211 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | 200 mm | - |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 l | 55 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 466 l | 485 l |
| Kerb Weight | 1629 kg | 1666 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 2190 kg | 2295 kg |
| Payload Capacity | 561 kg | - |
| Towing Capacity | 1500 kg | 2000 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Rows | 2 rows | - |
| Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 6.0 m | 11.1 m |
| Front Headroom | 1007 mm | 1050 mm |
| Rear Headroom | 1020 mm | 1000 mm |
| Front Legroom | 1058 mm | 1095 mm |
| Rear Legroom | 1012 mm | 892 mm |
| Spec | All-New CX-5 | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol | 2.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol |
| Engine Code | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 2488 cc | 2488 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 | Direct Injection |
| Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Bore | 89 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Stroke | 100 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Maximum Power | 132 kW @ 6000 rpm | 135 kW @ 6000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 240 Nm @ 4000 rpm | 244 Nm @ 3600 rpm |
| Combined Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Combined Torque | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Motor Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Number of Motors | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Motor Location | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Drive Type | FWD | 4WD |
| Transmission | 6-Speed Automatic | CVT |
| Top Speed | 187 km/h | 195 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 10.4 sec | 10.4 sec |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | Normal, Sport | Eco, Normal, Sport plus terrain modes |
| Launch Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rev Limiter | 6500 rpm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 81.0 kW/tonne | 81 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 147.3 Nm/tonne | 146.5 Nm/tonne |
| Battery Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Usable Battery Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Battery Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Battery Voltage | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 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 Applicable |
| Spec | All-New CX-5 | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | 6-Speed Automatic | Xtronic CVT |
| Drivetrain Layout | Front-engine, front-wheel drive | Intelligent 4x4 |
| LSD Available | Not Available | Standard |
| Transfer Case | Not Applicable | Intelligent 4x4 direct-coupling system |
| Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Paddle Shifters | Not Available | Standard |
| Final Drive Ratio | 4.624 | Not Applicable |
| Number of Gears | 6 | Not Applicable |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Clutch Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Standard | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Drivetrain | FWD | Intelligent 4x4 |
| 4WD Engagement | Not Applicable | Automatic Intelligent 4x4 |
| 4WD Hi Range | Not Applicable | Standard |
| 4WD Lo Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Selector | Not Applicable | Drive and terrain mode selector |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | Not Available | Standard |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Gearbox Type | Torque Converter Automatic | Xtronic CVT |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Axle Layout | 4x2 | 4WD |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Transmission Speeds | 6 | Not Applicable |
| Drive Mode Selector | - | 4WD/off-road drive mode support |
| Differential Type Front | - | Not Available |
| Differential Type Rear | - | Not Available |
| Transfer Case Guard | - | Not Available |
| Engine Position | - | - |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | - | - |
| Spec | All-New CX-5 | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 13.2 km/l | 12.8 km/l |
| City Mileage | Not Officially Disclosed | 11.1 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | Not Officially Disclosed | 15.7 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 l | 55 l |
| Emission Standard | Euro VI | - |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Auto Start Stop | Standard | Not Applicable |
| Real-world Mileage | 13.2 km/l | 12.8 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 56 | 55 |
| 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 |
| Low Fuel Warning | - | - |
| Spec | All-New CX-5 | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 7 | Driver, passenger, curtain, front side and front far-side airbags |
| ABS | Standard | Standard |
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard | Standard |
| Traction Control | Standard | Standard |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Standard |
| Hill Start Assist | Standard | Standard |
| Child Safety Lock | Standard | Standard |
| ISOFIX Mounts | Standard | Standard |
| Brake Assist | Standard | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Standard | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Standard | Standard |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Front and Rear | Driver, passenger and rear seat belt reminder |
| Front Parking Sensors | Standard | Standard |
| AEB | Standard | Standard |
| BA | Standard | Standard |
| Brake Override System | Standard | Not Available |
| Curtain Airbags | Standard | Standard |
| Driver Airbag | Standard | Standard |
| EBD | Standard | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Standard | Standard |
| Hill Hold | Standard | Standard |
| Passenger Airbag | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Standard | Standard |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Standard | Not Available |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front and Rear | Driver, passenger and rear seat belt reminder |
| Side Airbags | Standard | Standard |
| Stability Control | Standard | Standard |
| TCS | Standard | Standard |
| Knee Airbag | Standard | Not Available |
| ABS EBD | Standard | Standard |
| Central Locking | - | Standard |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | - | Standard |
| Far Side Airbag | - | Standard |
| Alarm System | - | Vehicle security system |
| Anti Theft Alarm | - | Vehicle security system |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | - | Driver, passenger, front side, curtain and front far-side airbags |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | - | Driver, passenger, front side, curtain and front far-side airbags |
| ESC With Traction Control | - | Vehicle Dynamic Control with Traction Control System |
| Fatigue Detection | - | Intelligent Driver Alert |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | - | Standard |
| Speed Alert System | - | Speed limiter |
| Lane Change Warning | - | Blind Spot Warning and Intelligent Blind Spot Intervention |
| Side Impact Beams | - | - |
| Whiplash Protection | - | - |
| Safety Rating | - | - |
| Spec | All-New CX-5 | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Standard | Intelligent Cruise Control |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Standard | Intelligent Cruise Control |
| Lane Keep Assist | Standard | Intelligent Lane Intervention |
| Lane Departure Warning | Standard | Intelligent Lane Intervention |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Standard | Standard |
| Parking Sensors | Front and Rear | Front and rear parking sensors |
| Rear View Camera | Standard | Standard |
| 360 Degree Camera | Not Available | Standard |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Standard | Standard |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Standard | Standard |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Not Available | Not Available |
| Auto Highbeam | Standard | Standard |
| Auto Wipers | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Standard | Standard |
| Reverse Camera | Standard | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Standard | Intelligent Cruise Control |
| Park Assist | Not Available | Not Available |
| Around View Monitor | Not Available | Standard |
| Blind Spot Warning | Standard | Standard |
| Forward Collision Warning | Standard | Standard |
| EV Mode | - | Not Available |
| Surround View Camera | Not Available | Standard |
| Blind Spot Intervention | - | Standard |
| Automatic High Beam | - | Standard |
| Auto Lights | - | Automatic headlights |
| Eco Mode | - | Standard |
| Emergency Braking | - | Intelligent Emergency Braking with junction assist and pedestrian/cyclist detection |
| Front Camera | - | Around View Monitor camera system |
| Parking Distance Sensors | - | Front and rear parking sensors |
| Parking Sensor | - | Front and rear parking sensors |
| Pre-Collision System | - | Intelligent Forward Collision Warning and Emergency Braking |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | - | Standard |
| Rear View Camera | - | Standard |
| Reverse Camera Type | - | Rear parking camera |
| Reversing Camera | - | Standard |
| Sport Mode | - | Standard |
| Spec | All-New CX-5 | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Black Cloth | Leather-accented |
| Heated Seats | Not Available | Standard |
| Ventilated Seats | Not Available | Not Applicable |
| Ambient Lighting | Multi-colour | Not Applicable |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather | Leather-accented |
| 60 40 Split Seat | 40:20:40 | 40/20/40 split-fold second row |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Manual (Driver & Passenger) | Power slide, reclining, lifter, tilt and 2-way lumbar |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | Manual | Manual slide and reclining |
| Seat Trim | Black Cloth | Leather-accented / synthetic leather |
| Fabric Seats | - | Quilted premium leather |
| Instrument Cluster Type | - | 12.3-inch full TFT digital meter |
| Interior Colour Options | - | 5 |
| Interior Colours | - | 5 |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | - | Spacious cabin, touchscreen infotainment, Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, flexible seating layout |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | - | Quilted premium leather |
| Massage Seats | - | Driver and passenger seat massage functionality |
| Front Shoulder Room | - | 1451 mm |
| Rear Shoulder Room | - | 1422 mm |
| Heated Front Seats | - | Standard |
| Folding Rear Seats | - | 40:20:40 sliding/reclining second row and 50:50 third-row dive-down seats |
| Third Row Seats | - | Standard |
| Boot Space Seats Down | - | 651 |
| Steering Type | - | Dual pinion electric power steering |
| Seat Adjustment | - | Power driver seat with manual passenger seat |
| Driver Lumbar Support | - | 2-way power driver lumbar |
| Steering Adjustment | - | Tilt and telescopic |
| Rear Armrest | - | Second-row centre armrest |
| Second Row Seat Configuration | - | 40/20/40 split second row with manual slide, manual recline, single folding and armrest through to third row |
| Third Row Seat Configuration | - | 50/50 split third row with manual reclining and dive-down folding |
| Third Row Seating Capacity | - | 2 |
| Cup Holders | - | 6 |
| Rear AC Vents | - | Standard |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | - | 8-way power driver seat with 2-way power lumbar |
| Adjustable Front Seat | - | Manual slide and reclining passenger seat |
| Front Armrest | - | Centre armrest |
| Armrest Front | - | Centre armrest |
| Armrest Rear | - | Rear centre armrest |
| Cooled Seats | - | Not Available |
| Driver Seat | - | 8-way power driver seat with 2-way power lumbar |
| Interior Trim Colour | - | Black |
| Leather Seats | - | Leather-accented / synthetic leather |
| Door Map Pockets | - | Front seat back pockets |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | - | Standard |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | - | Power reclining |
| Seat Belt Warning | - | Driver, passenger and rear seat belt reminder |
| Seat Fold Type | - | 40/20/40 split second row and 50/50 dive-down third row |
| Rear USB Ports | - | 2 |
| Memory Seats | - | - |
| Front Headrest | - | - |
| Rear Headrest | - | - |
| Spec | All-New CX-5 | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic | Dual-zone automatic temperature control |
| Power Windows | Front and Rear | Front and rear power windows |
| Keyless Entry | Smart Keyless Entry | Smart keyless entry with hands-free walk-away lock and approach unlock |
| Push Button Start | Standard | Standard |
| Wireless Charging | Standard | Standard |
| Sunroof | Not Available | Not Available |
| Electric Tailgate | Manual | Not Available |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Standard | Standard |
| AC Type | Dual-Zone Automatic | Dual-zone automatic temperature control |
| Adaptive Dampers | - | Not Available |
| Battery Preconditioning | - | Not Available |
| Bed Extender | - | Not Available |
| Canopy Fitment | - | Not Available |
| Digital Speedometer | - | 12.3-inch |
| Heads Up Display | - | 10.8-inch head-up display |
| Intelligent Battery System | - | Not Available |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | - | Standard |
| Load Bed Cover | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Light | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Steps | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | - | Not Available |
| One Pedal Driving | - | Not Available |
| Performance Data Logger | - | Not Available |
| Propilot | - | Standard |
| Rear Electric Motor | - | Not Available |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | - | Not Available |
| Remote Central Locking | - | Standard |
| Rev Matching | - | Not Available |
| Seat Type | - | Quilted premium leather |
| Skid Plates | - | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Sound System | 8 | 6 |
| Source Model Column | - | x-trail |
| Sport Plus Mode | - | Not Available |
| Sports Bar | - | Not Available |
| Surround View Monitor | Not Available | Standard |
| Tailgate Damper | - | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | - | Not Available |
| Tow Bar Type | - | Not Available |
| Trailer Stability Assist | - | Standard |
| Trailer Sway Control | - | Standard |
| Trim Level | - | top |
| Unlocking | Smart Keyless Entry | Smart keyless entry with hands-free walk-away lock and approach unlock |
| Variant Role | - | Off-road or adventure derivative |
| Vehicle To Grid | - | Not Available |
| Vehicle To Load | - | Not Available |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | - | Standard |
| Walk Away Lock | - | Standard |
| Wireless Charger | Standard | Standard |
| Load Bed Length | - | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | - | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Length Mm | - | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Width Mm | - | Not Applicable |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | 1298 l |
| Rim Size | 17x7J | 19 |
| Automatic High Beam | - | Standard |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | - | Standard |
| Air Conditioning | Dual-Zone Automatic | Dual-zone automatic temperature control |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | - | Auto dimming mirror |
| Electric Mirror Folding | - | Standard |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | - | Power adjustable, folding and heated mirrors |
| Heated Mirrors | - | Standard |
| Power Mirrors | - | Power adjustable, folding and heated mirrors |
| Rear Defogger | - | Standard |
| Rear Privacy Windows | - | Standard |
| Drag Coefficient | - | 0.33 |
| Roof Load | - | 100 kg |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | 1298 l |
| Spare Wheel | Temporary 155/80 R17 | Temporary spare wheel |
| Rear Air Conditioning | - | Second-row air vents |
| Rear Window Defroster | - | Standard |
| 12V Accessory Socket | - | 12V outlet in instrument panel and cargo area |
| Tail Lamps | - | Standard |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Standard |
| Vdc | - | Standard |
| TPMS | Standard | Standard |
| Speed Limiter | - | Standard |
| Driver Alertness | - | Intelligent Driver Alert |
| Tie Down Hooks | - | 4 cargo tie-down hooks |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | - | Auto dimming mirror |
| Bottle Holders | - | Front 2 / second row 2 / third row 2 cupholders |
| Centre Console | - | Butterfly opening centre console |
| Climate Zones | - | 2 |
| Common Rail Injection | - | Direct injection |
| Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Difflock | - | Not Available |
| Driver Display | - | Full TFT meter with speed, tachometer and gauges |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | - | Power adjustable, folding and heated exterior mirrors |
| Front Armrest | - | Butterfly opening centre console |
| Front Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Front Power Outlet | - | 12V instrument panel outlet |
| Front Wiper | - | Variable intermittent, speed-sensitive wipers |
| Front Wipers Type | - | Washer nozzle with variable intermittent, speed-sensitive wipers |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | - | 7.8 |
| Fuel Lid Opener | - | Capless fuel filler door |
| Hill Start Assist | - | Standard |
| Manual Aircon | - | Not Available |
| Mirror | - | Electric folding heated mirrors |
| Multi Function Steering | - | Standard |
| Passive Entry Start | - | Smart keyless entry with push-button start |
| Power Socket 12v | - | Instrument panel and cargo area 12V outlets |
| Rear Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | - | LED tail lights |
| Rear Seat Split | - | 40/20/40 second row and 50/50 third row |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | - | Auto dimming mirror |
| Remote Side Mirror | - | Power adjustable, folding and heated exterior mirrors |
| Ride Mode Selection | - | Eco / Normal / Sport |
| Sonar | - | Parking distance sensors |
| Speed Alert System | - | Speed limiter |
| Stabilizer Bar | - | Front and rear stabiliser bars |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | - | Standard |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | - | Standard |
| Steering Column Adjustment | - | Tilt and telescopic |
| Steering Mounted Controls | - | Meter, audio, telephone, voice, cruise and limiter controls |
| Tachometer | - | Standard |
| Telescopic Steering | - | Standard |
| Tilt Steering | - | Standard |
| Trip Computer | - | Full TFT meter with gauges |
| Tyre Repair Kit | - | Not Available |
| Vanity Mirror | - | Illuminated vanity mirrors |
| Vanity Mirror Illuminated | - | Standard |
| Voice Command | - | Voice recognition |
| Voice Command Support | - | Voice recognition |
| Accelerator 0 100 | - | 10.4 sec |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | - | Silver roof rails / 100 kg maximum roof load |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | - | Standard |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | - | Not Available |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | - | - |
| Engine Check Warning | - | - |
| Steering Response | - | - |
| Side Steps | - | - |
| Glovebox Cooling | - | - |
| Headrest Adjustable | - | - |
| Rear Reading Lamps | - | - |
| Remote Engine Start | - | - |
| Remote Start | - | - |
| Door Ajar Warning | - | - |
| Boot Opener | - | - |
| Headlamp Height Adjust | - | - |
| Headlamp Washer | - | - |
| Roof Antenna | - | - |
| Rear Wing | - | - |
| Aero Kit | - | - |
| Chrome Grille | - | - |
| Chrome Exterior Highlights | - | - |
| Powered Tailgate | - | - |
| Service Reminder | - | - |
| Glove Box | - | - |
| Lift Gate | - | - |
| Sub Frame | - | - |
| Reading Lights Rear | - | - |
| Side Impact Bars | - | - |
| Engine Warranty | - | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| Power Sliding Doors | - | Not Applicable |
| Intercooler | - | Not Applicable |
| Impact Sensing Door Unlock | - | - |
| Spec | All-New CX-5 | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | Mazda Connect | 12.3-inch NissanConnect display with navigation |
| Apple CarPlay | Wireless | Standard |
| Android Auto | Wireless | Standard |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Standard | Standard |
| Number of Speakers | 8 | 6 |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | 10.25-inch | 12.3-inch full TFT digital meter |
| USB Ports | 2 USB-C | 4 |
| Infotainment Screen | 12.9-inch | 12.3-inch touchscreen display |
| Touchscreen | 12.9-inch | 12.3-inch touchscreen display |
| Audio Speakers | 8 | 6 |
| Audio System | - | 6 speaker audio system |
| Connected Services | - | NissanConnect smartphone integration |
| Display Audio | - | 12.3-inch |
| Head Up Display | - | 10.8 inch Head-Up Display |
| Infotainment Display | - | 12.3-inch |
| Multi Information Display | - | 12.3-inch |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 12.9-inch | 12.3-inch touchscreen display |
| Navigation System | - | Satellite navigation |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Wireless | Standard |
| Wireless Android Auto | Wireless | Standard |
| Voice Recognition | - | Standard |
| Radio | - | AM/FM radio and DAB+ digital radio |
| FM Radio | - | Standard |
| Rear Usb | - | 2 |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | - | Front USB-A/USB-C and second-row USB-A/USB-C |
| Audio | - | AM/FM, DAB+, Bluetooth audio streaming |
| Audio Controls On Steering | - | Meter, audio, telephone, voice, cruise and limiter controls |
| Smartphone Connectivity | - | Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Meter, audio, telephone, voice, cruise and limiter controls |
| Voice Control | - | Voice recognition |
| AUX Input | - | - |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | - | - |
| Premium Audio | - | Bose sound system with 10 speakers |
| Spec | All-New CX-5 | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | Standard | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lamps | Standard | Standard |
| Fog Lamps | Not Available | Standard |
| Roof Rails | Not Available | Silver roof rails |
| Exterior Colour Options | Aero Grey, Arctic White, Jet Black, Machine Grey, Navy Blue Mica, Polymetal Grey, Rhodium White, Soul Red Crystal | Two-tone colours available on Acenta Plus, plus monotone palette |
| Headlights | Standard | Standard |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Not Available | Not Available |
| Active Exhaust | - | Not Available |
| Alloy Wheel Design | - | 19-inch alloy wheels |
| Body Type | - | SUV |
| Exterior Colour Options | - | 5 |
| Load Bed Liner | - | Not Available |
| Front Overhang | - | 935 mm |
| Front Overhang Mm | - | 935 mm |
| Rear Overhang | - | 1040 mm |
| Rear Overhang Mm | - | 1040 mm |
| Front Fog Lamps | Not Available | Standard |
| Front Fog Lights | - | Standard |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | - | Power adjustable, folding and heated mirrors |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | - | Standard |
| Exterior Mirror Heated | - | Standard |
| Headlamps | Standard | Standard |
| Headlight Type | Standard | Standard |
| Led Headlights | Standard | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lights | Standard | Standard |
| DRL | Standard | Standard |
| Fog Lights | - | Standard |
| Led Taillights | - | Standard |
| Door Handle Finish | - | Body colour |
| Body Cladding | - | Black side moulding |
| Auto Headlights | - | Standard |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Standard |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | - | Body colour |
| Wing Mirror Type | - | Electric folding heated mirrors |
| Rear Wiper | - | Standard |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | - | Not Available |
| Roof Type | - | Two-tone body colour |
| Rear Fog Lights | - | - |
| Rear Spoiler | - | - |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | - | - |
| Headlamp Levelling | - | - |
| Rear Spoiler | - | - |
| Spec | All-New CX-5 | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | 17.9 deg | Not Available |
| Departure Angle | 23.3 deg | Not Available |
| Wading Depth | Not Available | Not Available |
| Terrain Modes | Normal, Sport | Mud / Snow / Sand |
| Locking Differential | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 4WD System Type | Not Applicable | Intelligent 4x4 |
| Breakover Angle | 16.8 deg | Not Available |
| Energy Recovery Display | - | Not Available |
| Ground Clearance Max | - | 210 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | - | 210 mm |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Standard |
| Off Road Traction Assist | - | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Terrain Mode Mud | - | Mud |
| Terrain Mode Sand | - | Sand |
| Terrain Mode Snow | - | Snow |
| Underbody Protection | - | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Off Road Descent Control | - | Standard |
| Crawl Control | - | Not Available |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | - | Not Available |
| Rear Skid Plate Guard | - | Not Available |
| Recovery Hooks | - | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Fuel Tank | - | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Transfer Case | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Response System | - | Mud / Snow / Sand terrain modes |
| Underbody Camera | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Normal | - | Eco / Normal / Sport drive modes |
| Terrain Mode Rock | - | Not Available |
| Approach Angle Deg | - | Not Available |
| Departure Angle Deg | - | Not Available |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | - | Not Available |
| Ramp-over Angle | - | Not Available |
| Spec | All-New CX-5 | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 225/65 R17 | 235/55 R19 |
| Front Brake Type | Ventilated Disc | Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Solid Disc | Disc |
| Spare Wheel Type | Temporary 155/80 R17 | Temporary spare wheel |
| Wheel Rim Size | 17x7J | 19 |
| Handbrake Type | Electronic Parking Brake | Electric parking brake with auto hold |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | - | Not Available |
| Wheel Material | - | 19-inch alloy wheels |
| Wheel Type | - | 19-inch alloy wheels |
| Wheels | - | 19-inch alloy wheels |
| Wheel Diameter | 17x7J | 19 |
| Towing Unbraked Kg | - | 750 kg |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | - | Standard |
| Brakes | - | Front and rear disc brakes |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Standard | Standard |
| Electric Park Brake | - | Standard |
| Parking Brake Type | - | Electric parking brake with auto hold |
| Auto Brake Hold | - | Electronic parking brake with auto hold |
| Brake Type Front | - | Disc |
| Brake Type Rear | - | Disc |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | - | Standard |
| Front Tyre Width | - | 235 mm |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | - | Brake Assist System |
| Leather Steering Wheel | - | Leather-accented |
| Rear Tyre Width | - | 235 mm |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | - | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | - | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Trim | - | Leather-accented |
| Tyre Pressure Display | - | Standard |
| Wheel Size Type | - | 235/55 R19 |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | - | - |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | - | - |
| Tyre Load Index | - | - |
| Tyre Speed Rating | - | - |
| Cornering Brake Control | - | - |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | - | Temporary steel spare wheel |
| Tyre Type | - | Radial |
| Spec | All-New CX-5 | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Independent front strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link | Independent multi-link rear suspension |
| MagneRide Damping | - | Not Available |
| Front Track Width | - | 1585 mm |
| Rear Track Width | - | 1590 mm |
| Front Suspension Type | MacPherson Strut | Independent front strut |
| Rear Suspension Type | Multi-Link | Independent multi-link rear suspension |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | - | Standard |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | - | Standard |
| Power Steering | - | Dual pinion electric power steering |
| Rear Axle Type | - | Multi-link rear suspension |
| Steering Column | - | Tilt and telescopic |
| Suspension | - | Independent front strut / multi-link rear |
| Chassis Type | - | - |
| Front Spring Type | - | - |
| Rear Spring Type | - | - |
| Shock Absorber Type | - | - |
| Shock Absorbers | - | - |
| Chassis Material | - | - |
| Spec | All-New CX-5 | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 174 g/km | 183 g/km |
| Hybrid System Type | - | Not Available |
| Particulate Filter | - | Not Available |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | - | Petrol |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | - | 183 |
| Variable Valve Timing | - | - |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | - | - |
| Idle CO2 Output | - | - |
| Green NCAP Rating | - | - |
| Start Stop System | - | - |
| Euro Emission Standard | - | - |
| Noise Level | - | - |
| Spec | All-New CX-5 | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Service Plan | 5 Years/Unlimited km | Not Available |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | - | 15 000 km |
| Service Interval | - | 15 000 km |
| Service Intervals | - | 15 000 km |
| Maintenance Plan | - | Not Available |
| Engine Oil Capacity | - | - |
| Alternator | - | - |
| First Service At | - | - |
| Approx Service Cost | - | - |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | - | - |
| Battery Warranty | - | - |
| Spec | All-New CX-5 | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Upcoming exact South African retail grade with confirmed launch price | Seven-seat family SUV flagship grade |
| Price Zar | 570000 ZAR | 812900 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Announced launch price | Top 4WD seven-seat Xtronic CVT grade |
| Starting Price | 570000 | 812900 |
| Starting Price Zar | 570000 | 812900 |
| Spec | All-New CX-5 | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty | 5 Years/Unlimited km | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| Basic Warranty | 5 Years/Unlimited km | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | - | Standard |
| Roadside Assistance | - | Standard |
| Warranty Kilometers | 5 Years/Unlimited km | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | - | Standard |
| Warranty Years | 5 Years/Unlimited km | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | - | - |
| Spec | All-New CX-5 | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | - | - |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | - | - |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | - | - |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | - | - |
In depth: how these cars differ
This All-New CX-5 and X-Trail 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 X-Trail 56.
Efficiency index: All-New CX-5 52 vs X-Trail 50.
Safety-equipment index: All-New CX-5 98 vs X-Trail 94.
Practicality index: All-New CX-5 66 vs X-Trail 78.
Ownership-cover index: All-New CX-5 not separately scored vs X-Trail not separately scored.
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.
Evidence-index readout
X-Trail leads by 2 points
All-New CX-5 and X-Trail are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Evidence leader
70
/100
Lead
2
points
Data
70%
source coverage
70
#1
Evidence leader
X-Trail
70% source coverage
2 strong categories
Best at
Safety 94
Check
Efficiency 50
Performance
56
Efficiency
50
Safety
94
Practicality
78
Leads by 2 points
68
#2
All-New CX-5
82% source coverage
1 strong categories
Best at
Safety 98
Check
Performance 52
Performance
52
Efficiency
52
Safety
98
Practicality
66
Performance 24%
Safety 22%
Practicality 22%
Efficiency 17%
Ownership 15%
Category leaders
What moves the verdict
Performance
X-Trail +4
Efficiency
All-New CX-5 +2
Safety
All-New CX-5 +4
Practicality
X-Trail +12
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
X-Trail
Performance
56/100
Efficiency
50/100
Safety
94/100
Practicality
78/100
All-New CX-5
Performance
52/100
Efficiency
52/100
Safety
98/100
Practicality
66/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
Nissan X-Trail
leads the specification evidence index with 70 pts
vs 68 pts for All-New CX-5
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, X-Trail leads. However, All-New CX-5 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 X-Trail 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.