A proper head-to-head in South Africa — compare price, performance,
fuel economy or electric range, safety and the details that shape long-term ownership.
X55 Plus holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over Amaze.
Amaze starts ZAR 175,000 cheaperAmaze from ZAR 254,900 · X55 Plus from ZAR 429,900
Five key differences
Exact selected derivatives
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Specification
Amaze
X55 Plus
Maximum Power
Amaze66 kW
X55 Plus138 kW
Maximum Torque
Amaze110 Nm
X55 Plus305 Nm
Engine Size
Amaze1199 cc
X55 Plus1498 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
Amaze18.2 km/l
X55 Plus12.99 km/l
Ground Clearance
Amaze170 mm
X55 PlusNot Officially Disclosed
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Independent editorial assessment
Hagalu editorial ratings
When a variant is selected, its rating out of five applies only to that exact derivative; a model-range review is not inherited. Editorial ratings are separate from the Specification Evidence Index out of 100 and are not customer ratings.
Honda Amaze
1.2 Comfort CVT
Hagalu editorial ratingNot yet rated
No complete editorial rating is published for this exact variant. This is not a zero score.
Not yet rated means a complete review is not published; it does not mean the vehicle scored zero. Read the rating methodology.
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Amaze
Strengths
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:Published EfficiencyPublished Practicality
Specification evidence leader
X55 Plus
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
Lower fuel efficiency
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published Performance
Which One's Right for You?
Amaze
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
X55 Plus
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
Amaze
X55 Plus
Model Introduced Year
2018
2024
Generation
Based on Honda’s compact car platform optimized for affordability, efficiency, and ease of use
Current upgraded X55 Plus generation for South Africa, mechanically based around BAIC's Magic Core 1.5T engine, DCT380 seven-speed dual-clutch transmission and front-wheel drive.
Facelift History
Introduced in South Africa as a practical entry sedan with minor updates over time in features and safety
The original X55 arrived locally in 2022. BAIC launched the upgraded X55 Plus in August 2024 with revised exterior details, a full-black interior, updated wheel and exhaust treatment, and additional connectivity features.
Facelift Launched Since
Original current-generation version
2024
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
Sedan
Five-door compact SUV
Color Note
White, Silver, Grey, Red, Blue
-
Dealer Stock Note
Top grade in the South Africa lineup
-
Model Year
2026
2024
Production Status
active
active
Segment
Sedan
Compact SUV
Tare Mass Kg
954 kg
-
Vehicle Type
Sedan
SUV
Spec
Amaze
X55 Plus
Length
3995 mm
4620 mm
Width
1695 mm
1886 mm
Height
1498 mm
1680 mm
Wheelbase
2470 mm
2735 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
170 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
170 mm
160 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
35 l
53 l
Boot/Cargo Space
420 l
350 l
Kerb Weight
954 kg
1480 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
1380 kg
1970 kg
Payload Capacity
426 kg
490 kg
Towing Capacity
900 kg
Not Officially Disclosed
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
2 rows
Doors
4 doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
4.9 m
Not Officially Disclosed
Front Headroom
990 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Headroom
920 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Front Legroom
770 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Legroom
920 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
Amaze
X55 Plus
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
-
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
-
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
MacPherson independent suspension
Rear Suspension
Torsion Beam
Multi-link independent suspension
Chassis Type
Monocoque
-
Power Steering
Electric Power Steering
-
Steering Column
Tilt
-
Front Spring Type
MacPherson Strut
-
Rear Spring Type
Torsion Beam
-
Chassis Material
Monocoque
-
Front Suspension Type
MacPherson Strut
MacPherson independent suspension
MagneRide Damping
Not Available
-
Rear Axle Type
Torsion Beam
-
Rear Suspension Type
Torsion Beam
Multi-link independent suspension
Suspension
MacPherson Strut
-
Spec
Amaze
X55 Plus
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
-
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
-
Climate Control
Manual
Air conditioning
Power Windows
All Doors
Standard
Keyless Entry
Remote Key
Standard
Push Button Start
Not Available
Standard
Wireless Charging
Wireless
Not Available
Sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Not Available
Automatic Headlamps
Halogen Projector
-
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Standard
Boot Space Seats Folded
420 l
-
AC Type
Manual
Air conditioning
Adaptive Dampers
Not Available
-
Climate Zones
Manual
-
Electric Folding Mirrors
All Doors
-
Engine Start Button Illumination
Not Available
-
Engine Start Stop
Not Available
Standard
Engine Start Stop Button
Not Available
Standard
Engine Warranty
24 Months
-
Fuel Consumption Combined
5.5
-
Hill Start Assist
Standard
-
Panoramic Roof
Not Available
Not Available
Performance Data Logger
Not Available
-
Power Mirrors
All Doors
-
Push Button Start
Not Available
Standard
Rev Matching
Not Available
-
Seat Type
Premium Fabric
-
Skid Plates
Not Available
-
Telescopic Steering
Tilt
-
Tilt Steering
Tilt
-
Voice Command
Not Available
-
Voice Command Support
Not Available
-
Accelerator 0 100
14.5 sec
-
Air Conditioning
Manual
Air conditioning
Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
-
Bed Extender
Not Available
-
Canopy Fitment
Not Available
-
Common Rail Injection
Multi-Point Fuel Injection
-
Diff Lock
Not Available
-
Difflock
Not Available
-
Front Diff Lock
Not Available
-
Intelligent Battery System
Not Available
-
Intelligent Keyless Entry
Remote Key
-
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
Manual
-
Mirror
All Doors
-
One Pedal Driving
Not Available
-
Passive Entry Start
Remote Key
-
Powered Tailgate
Not Available
-
Rear Diff Lock
Not Available
-
Rear Electric Motor
Not Available
-
Regenerative Braking Levels
Not Available
-
Remote Central Locking
Remote Key
-
Rim Size
15-inch Wheel Covers
18-inch
Roof Rack Compatibility
Not Available
-
Sonar
Rear
-
Sound System
4
4
Source Model Column
amaze
-
Sport Plus Mode
Not Available
-
Sports Bar
Not Available
-
Steering Column Adjustment
Tilt
-
Sub Frame
Monocoque
-
Surround View Monitor
Not Available
Not Available
Tailgate Damper
Not Available
-
Tailgate Lock
Not Available
-
Tow Bar Type
Not Available
-
TPMS
Not Available
Standard
Trim Level
top
-
Unlocking
Remote Key
Standard
Variant Role
Core range derivative
-
Vdc
Standard
-
Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
-
Vehicle To Load
Not Available
-
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
Remote Key
-
Walk Away Lock
Remote Key
-
Wireless Charger
Wireless
Not Available
Spec
Amaze
X55 Plus
Engine
1.2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine
Engine Code
Not Officially Disclosed
A156T2H
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1199 cc
1498 cc
Cylinders
4
4
Cylinder Layout
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves
16
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves per Cylinder
4
Not Officially Disclosed
Aspiration
Naturally Aspirated
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Multi-Point Injection
Not Officially Disclosed
Compression Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Bore
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
66 kW
138 kW
Maximum Torque
110 Nm
305 Nm
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
FWD
Transmission
CVT
7-Speed DCT
Top Speed
170 km/h
200 km/h
0-100 km/h
14.5 sec
7.7 sec
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Not Officially Disclosed
Eco, Sport, Comfort, Smart
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
67.3 kW/tonne
Not Officially Disclosed
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
112.2 Nm/tonne
Not Officially Disclosed
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
Amaze
X55 Plus
Gearbox
CVT Automatic
7DCT
Drivetrain Layout
Front Wheel Drive
FWD
LSD Available
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Number of Gears
5
7
Transmission Type
Continuously Variable Transmission
7-speed dual-clutch transmission
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Gear Shift Type
CVT Automatic
Not Officially Disclosed
Drivetrain
4x2
Front-wheel drive
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 Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Differential Type Front
Not Available
-
Differential Type Rear
Not Available
-
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Gearbox Type
CVT Automatic
Dual-clutch
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
4x2
Front-wheel drive
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Transfer Case Guard
Not Available
-
Transmission Speeds
5
7
Spec
Amaze
X55 Plus
Claimed Mileage
18.2 km/l
12.99 km/l
City Mileage
14 km/l
Not Officially Disclosed
Highway Mileage
19 km/l
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Tank Capacity
35 l
53 l
Emission Standard
Euro 5
Euro VI
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Real-world Mileage
18.2 km/l
12.99 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Tank Litres
35
53
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
Amaze
X55 Plus
Airbags
2
6
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
Not Available
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Standard
Alarm System
Standard
-
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Not Available
Standard
Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
Not Available
AEB
Not Available
Not Available
BA
Standard
Standard
Brake Override System
Not Available
Standard
Curtain Airbags
Not Available
Standard
Driver Airbag
2
Standard
EBD
Standard
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Standard
Hill Hold
Standard
Standard
Passenger Airbag
2
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Not Available
Not Available
Seatbelt Reminder
Not Available
Standard
Side Airbags
Not Available
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
TCS
Standard
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
-
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
ABS EBD
Standard
Standard
Anti Theft Alarm
Standard
-
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
2
-
Driver Passenger Airbags
2
-
ESC With Traction Control
Standard
-
Spec
Amaze
X55 Plus
Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Parking Sensors
Rear
Standard
Rear View Camera
Standard
Standard
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Available
Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Standard
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Auto Lights
Halogen Projector
-
Auto Wipers
Not Available
Standard
EV Mode
Not Available
-
Rear Parking Sensors
Rear
Standard
Reverse Camera
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Not Available
Park Assist
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Around View Monitor
Not Available
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Emergency Braking
Not Available
-
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Parking Distance Sensors
Rear
-
Parking Sensor
Rear
-
Pre-Collision System
Not Available
-
Rear View Camera
Standard
-
Reverse Camera Type
Standard
-
Reversing Camera
Standard
-
Surround View Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Spec
Amaze
X55 Plus
Seat Material
Premium Fabric
Leather
Seat Adjustment
Manual
-
Heated Seats
Not Applicable
Not Available
Ventilated Seats
Not Applicable
Not Available
Steering Type
Electric Power Steering
-
Steering Adjustment
Tilt
-
Ambient Lighting
Not Applicable
Not Available
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
-
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
-
Steering Wheel Material
Not Applicable
Leather
Interior Colour Options
5
-
60 40 Split Seat
Not Applicable
Standard
Adjustable Driver Seat
Manual
-
Driver Seat Adjustment
Manual
6-way manual
Fabric Seats
Premium Fabric
-
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Manual
6-way manual
Driver Seat
Manual
-
Interior Courtesy Lamps
Functional cabin with touchscreen infotainment, Bluetooth connectivity, comfortable seating, and practical storage spaces
-
Leather Accented Seat Trim
Premium Fabric
-
Interior Colours
5
-
Seat Trim
Premium Fabric
Leather
Spec
Amaze
X55 Plus
Infotainment System
7-inch Touchscreen
BAIC DA head unit with radio, Bluetooth and smartphone connection
Apple CarPlay
Standard
Standard
Android Auto
Standard
Not Officially Disclosed
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Standard
Number of Speakers
4
4
Navigation System
Not Available
-
Digital Instrument Cluster
Not Applicable
10.25-inch LCD instrument screen
USB Ports
Not Available
Front USB, rear USB and Type-C charging
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Standard
Standard
Wireless Android Auto
Standard
Not Officially Disclosed
Voice Recognition
Not Available
-
Infotainment Screen Size
7-inch Touchscreen
10.1-inch central touchscreen
Infotainment Display
7-inch Touchscreen
-
Audio Speakers
4
4
Audio System
4
-
Display Audio
7-inch Touchscreen
-
Infotainment Screen
7-inch Touchscreen
10.1-inch central touchscreen
Connected Services
Standard
-
Voice Control
Not Available
-
Smartphone Connectivity
Standard
-
Touchscreen
7-inch Touchscreen
10.1-inch central touchscreen
Spec
Amaze
X55 Plus
LED Headlamps
Halogen Projector
Standard
Daytime Running Lamps
LED
Standard
Fog Lamps
Front
Standard
Roof Rails
Not Available
Not Available
Alloy Wheel Design
15-inch Wheel Covers
-
Exterior Colour Options
5
Electric Yellow, Metallic Grey, Scarlet Red, Krypton Grey, Polar White, Turquoise Blue
Roof Type
Not Available
-
Body Type
Sedan
-
DRL
LED
Standard
Fog Lights
Front
-
Front Fog Lights
Front
-
Led Headlights
Halogen Projector
Standard
Auto Headlights
Halogen Projector
-
Automatic Headlamps
Halogen Projector
-
Daytime Running Lights
LED
Standard
Electric Blind Sunroof
Not Available
-
Exterior Colour Options
5
-
Exterior Mirror Electric
All Doors
-
Front Fog Lamps
Front
Standard
Headlamp Levelling
Halogen Projector
-
Headlamps
Halogen Projector
Standard
Headlight Type
Halogen Projector
Standard
Headlights
Halogen Projector
Standard
Load Bed Liner
Not Available
-
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Active Exhaust
Not Available
-
Spec
Amaze
X55 Plus
Approach Angle
16 deg
Not Officially Disclosed
Departure Angle
18 deg
Not Officially Disclosed
Wading Depth
300 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Terrain Modes
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Underbody Protection
Not Available
-
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Standard
Approach Angle Deg
16 deg
-
Breakover Angle
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Departure Angle Deg
18 deg
-
Energy Recovery Display
Not Available
-
Front Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
-
Ground Clearance Max
170 mm
-
Ground Clearance Min
170 mm
-
Off Road Descent Control
Not Available
-
Off Road Traction Assist
Not Available
-
Crawl Control
Not Available
-
Rear Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
-
Skid Plates Fuel Tank
Not Available
-
Skid Plates Transfer Case
Not Available
-
Terrain Mode Mud
Not Available
-
Terrain Mode Normal
Not Available
-
Terrain Mode Rock
Not Available
-
Terrain Mode Sand
Not Available
-
Terrain Mode Snow
Not Available
-
Terrain Response System
Not Available
-
Underbody Camera
Not Available
-
Wading Depth Mm
300 mm
-
Spec
Amaze
X55 Plus
Tyre Size
175/65 R15
225/60 R18
Wheel Type
15-inch Wheel Covers
-
Front Brake Type
Disc
Ventilated disc
Rear Brake Type
Drum
Solid disc
Spare Wheel Type
Not Available
Space-saver spare wheel
Wheel Rim Size
15-inch Wheel Covers
18-inch
Brake Type Front
Disc
-
Brake Type Rear
Drum
-
Tyre Type
175/65 R15
-
Wheel Diameter
15-inch Wheel Covers
18-inch
Autonomous Emergency Brake
Not Available
-
Brakes
Disc
-
Cornering Brake Control
Standard
-
Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
-
Handbrake Type
Not Applicable
Electric parking brake
Hydraulic Brake Assist
Standard
-
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
Not Available
-
Tyre Pressure Display
Not Available
-
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
Not Available
Standard
Wheel Material
15-inch Wheel Covers
-
Wheels
15-inch Wheel Covers
-
Spec
Amaze
X55 Plus
Service Interval
10000 km / 12 months
-
Approx Service Cost
Low
-
Battery Warranty
24 Months
-
Maintenance Plan
24 Months
-
Engine Oil Change Interval
10000 km / 12 months
-
Service Plan Duration
24 Months
5 Years / 60 000 km
Service Plan Distance
24 Months
5 Years / 60 000 km
Service Plan
24 Months
5 Years / 60 000 km
Service Intervals
10000 km / 12 months
-
Spec
Amaze
X55 Plus
Warranty Years
3
5 Years / 150 000 km
Warranty Kilometers
3
5 Years / 150 000 km
Roadside Assistance
3 Years
-
Basic Warranty
3
5 Years / 150 000 km
Roadside Assistance
3 Years
-
Warranty
3
5 Years / 150 000 km
Warranty Roadside Assistance
3 Years
-
Spec
Amaze
X55 Plus
CO2 Emissions
122 g/km
Not Officially Disclosed
Start Stop System
Not Available
-
Hybrid System Type
Not Applicable
-
Fuel Octane Requirement
Petrol
-
Particulate Filter
Not Available
-
Euro Emission Standard
Euro 5
-
Idle CO2 Output
122
-
CO2 Emissions G Km
122
-
Spec
Amaze
X55 Plus
Real-world City Mileage Min
14 l/100km
-
Real-world City Mileage Max
17 l/100km
-
Real-world Highway Mileage Min
18 l/100km
-
Real-world Highway Mileage Max
21 l/100km
-
Owner Review Count
22
-
Spec
Amaze
X55 Plus
Ownership Role
Top
Private buyer ownership with BAIC South Africa warranty and service support
Price Zar
289900 ZAR
429900 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current listed price
Current ex-showroom price
Starting Price
289900
429900
Starting Price Zar
289900
429900
In depth: how these cars differ
This Amaze and X55 Plus comparison uses the exact derivatives selected above for South Africa. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: Amaze 26 vs X55 Plus 62.
Efficiency index: Amaze 69 vs X55 Plus 53.
Safety-equipment index: Amaze 50 vs X55 Plus 88.
Practicality index: Amaze 56 vs X55 Plus 55.
Ownership-cover index: Amaze 43 vs X55 Plus 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.
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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 / 100
Evidence-index readout
X55 Plus leads by 17 points
X55 Plus holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over Amaze.
Performance
X55 Plus +36
Efficiency
Amaze +16
Safety
X55 Plus +38
Practicality
Amaze +1
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
X55 Plus
Performance
62/100
Efficiency
53/100
Safety
88/100
Practicality
55/100
Amaze
Performance
26/100
Efficiency
69/100
Safety
50/100
Practicality
56/100
Ownership
43/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexBAIC X55 Plus
leads the specification evidence index with 65 pts
vs 48 pts for Amaze
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, X55 Plus leads. However, Amaze may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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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.
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