Source type: Official OEM South Africa
Toyota C-HR vs Nissan Magnite
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.
Current, upcoming and historical vehicles can be compared side by side. Historical records keep their verified specifications, while price labels show last-listed context rather than current new-car availability.
Toyota C-HR
Nissan Magnite
Decision summary
Toyota C-HR vs Nissan Magnite: the short answer
C-HR has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Magnite remains close.
Five key differences
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| Specification | C-HR | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | C-HR134 kW | Magnite53 kW @ 6250 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | C-HR190 Nm | Magnite96 Nm @ 3500 rpm |
| Engine Size | C-HR1987 cc | Magnite999 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | C-HR19.2 km/l | Magnite16.9 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | C-HR160 mm | Magnite205 mm |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Source type: Nissan South Africa Magnite official specifications page
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
C-HR
- More powerful engine output
- Better fuel efficiency
- Stronger listed safety equipment
- Lower published practicality figures
Magnite
- Stronger published practicality figures
- Less powerful engine setup
- Lower fuel efficiency
- Fewer listed safety features
Which One's Right for You?
C-HR
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
- Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Magnite
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Archived cars use verified historical spec records. Rows remain comparable; unavailable historical values are shown plainly rather than estimated.
| Spec | C-HR | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2023 | 2021 |
| Generation | Second generation on TNGA-C platform – hybrid-only in SA | First generation Magnite arrived in SA in 2021 — Nissan's entry into the growing budget compact SUV segment |
| Facelift History | All-new second generation launched in SA in 2023 | 2023 facelift refreshed the grille, interior trims, and added safety upgrades |
| Facelift Launched Since | 2023 | 2023 |
| Facelift Version Ending | 2024 | Current |
| Body Style | 5-door Crossover SUV | SUV |
| Model Year | 2021 | 2026 |
| Production Status | discontinued | Active |
| Segment | SUV | Compact SUV |
| Tare Mass Kg | 1500 kg | 1007 kg |
| Vehicle Type | 5-door Crossover SUV | SUV |
| Color Note | Not confirmed | Brick Red, Storm White, Pearl White, Onyx Black, Gun Grey, Blade Silver |
| Dealer Stock Note | Not confirmed | Top grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Drivetrain Note | Not confirmed | Front-wheel drive confirmed by Nissan South Africa derivative/specification data |
| Spec | C-HR | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4390 mm | 3995 mm |
| Width | 1796 mm | 1758 mm |
| Height | 1550 mm | 1571 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2640 mm | 2500 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 160 mm | 205 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | 125 mm | - |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 l | 40 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 377 l | 336 l |
| Kerb Weight | 1500 kg | 1007 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 1930 kg | 1399 kg |
| Payload Capacity | 430 kg | - |
| Towing Capacity | 1600 kg | - |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Rows | 2 rows | - |
| Doors | 1 doors | 5 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 5.4 m | 5 m |
| Front Headroom | 993 mm | - |
| Rear Headroom | 946 mm | - |
| Front Legroom | 1030 mm | - |
| Rear Legroom | 881 mm | - |
| Spec | C-HR | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.0L Hybrid Petrol-Electric | 1-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol |
| Engine Code | Market-specific engine family | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fuel Type | Hybrid | Petrol |
| Hybrid System | Self Charging Hybrid | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 1987 cc | 999 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Cylinder Layout | Inline | Inline |
| Valves | 16 | 12 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | Naturally Aspirated |
| Fuel System | Hybrid Synergy Drive | Petrol injection |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Bore | 82.0 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Stroke | 94.6 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Maximum Power | 134 kW | 53 kW @ 6250 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 190 Nm | 96 Nm @ 3500 rpm |
| Combined Power | 1 kW | Not Applicable |
| Combined Torque | 1 Nm | Not Applicable |
| Motor Type | Permanent-magnet synchronous electric motor | Not Applicable |
| Number of Motors | 1 | Not Applicable |
| Motor Location | Integrated transmission electric motor | Not Applicable |
| Drive Type | FWD | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Transmission | e-CVT | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 150 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 8.2 sec | 21.0 sec |
| Quarter Mile | 15.5 sec | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | Eco, Comfort, Sport | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Launch Control | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rev Limiter | 6500 rpm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 100 kW/tonne | 52.6 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 220 Nm/tonne | 95.3 Nm/tonne |
| Battery Capacity | 1 kWh | Not Applicable |
| Usable Battery Capacity | 64.8 kWh | Not Applicable |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | Not Applicable |
| Battery Voltage | 400 V | 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 | Yes | Not Applicable |
| Spec | C-HR | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | e-CVT (Electronic CVT) | AMT |
| Drivetrain Layout | Front Wheel Drive | 2WD |
| LSD Available | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| Transfer Case | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| Paddle Shifters | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Final Drive Ratio | Yes | Not Applicable |
| Number of Gears | 6 | 5 |
| Transmission Type | e-CVT (Electronic CVT) | AMT |
| Clutch Type | Yes | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Yes | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Type | Yes | AMT |
| Drivetrain | FWD | 2WD |
| 4WD Engagement | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| 4WD Hi Range | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| 4WD Lo Range | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| 4WD Selector | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | Yes | Not Applicable |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| Gearbox Type | e-CVT (Electronic CVT) | AMT |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| Low Range | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| Axle Layout | FWD | 2WD |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| Transmission Speeds | 6 | 5 |
| Engine Position | Not confirmed | - |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | Not confirmed | - |
| Differential Type Front | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Differential Type Rear | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Transfer Case Guard | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Spec | C-HR | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 19.2 km/l | 16.9 km/l |
| City Mileage | 17 km/l | 15.6 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | 21 km/l | 22 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 l | 40 l |
| Emission Standard | Euro 6 | - |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Auto Start Stop | Yes | Not Applicable |
| Real-world Mileage | 19.2 km/l | 16.9 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 43 | 40 |
| 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 | Not confirmed | - |
| Spec | C-HR | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 7 | 6 airbags |
| ABS | Standard | Standard |
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard | Standard |
| Traction Control | Standard | Not Available |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| 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 |
| Alarm System | Standard | Standard |
| Central Locking | Standard | Remote central locking |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Yes | Driver and passenger |
| Front Parking Sensors | Yes | Not Available |
| AEB | Standard | Not Available |
| BA | Yes | Standard |
| Brake Override System | Yes | Not Available |
| Curtain Airbags | Yes | Standard |
| Driver Airbag | Yes | Standard |
| EBD | Yes | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Standard |
| Hill Hold | Standard | Standard |
| Passenger Airbag | Yes | Standard |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Yes | Not Available |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Yes | Driver and passenger front pretensioners with load limiters |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Yes | Driver and passenger |
| Side Airbags | Yes | Standard |
| Stability Control | Standard | Standard |
| TCS | Standard | Not Available |
| Knee Airbag | Yes | Not Available |
| ABS EBD | Standard | Standard |
| Side Impact Beams | Not confirmed | - |
| Speed Alert System | Not confirmed | Adjustable speed limiter |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Safety Rating | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Whiplash Protection | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Lane Change Warning | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Fatigue Detection | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Anti Theft Alarm | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | Not confirmed | 6 airbags |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | Not confirmed | 6 airbags |
| ESC With Traction Control | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Spec | C-HR | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Standard | Cruise control with adjustable speed limiter |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Standard | Not Available |
| Lane Keep Assist | Standard | Not Available |
| Lane Departure Warning | Standard | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Standard | Not Available |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Yes | Not Available |
| Parking Sensors | Front and Rear | Rear parking sensors |
| Rear View Camera | Standard | Rear Parking Camera |
| 360 Degree Camera | Not Available | Around View Monitor |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Standard | Not Available |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Yes | Not Available |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Yes | Not Available |
| Auto Highbeam | Yes | Not Available |
| Auto Wipers | Standard | Not Available |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Rear parking sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Standard | Rear Parking Camera |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Standard | Not Available |
| Park Assist | Yes | Not Available |
| Around View Monitor | Not Available | Around View Monitor |
| Blind Spot Warning | Standard | Not Available |
| Forward Collision Warning | Yes | Not Available |
| Auto Lights | Not confirmed | LED bi-projector headlamp |
| Eco Mode | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| EV Mode | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Sport Mode | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Emergency Braking | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Front Camera | Not confirmed | Around View Monitor front camera |
| Parking Distance Sensors | Not confirmed | Rear parking sensors |
| Parking Sensor | Not confirmed | Rear parking sensors |
| Automatic High Beam | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Pre-Collision System | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear View Camera | Not confirmed | Rear Parking Camera |
| Reverse Camera Type | Not confirmed | Rear Parking Camera |
| Reversing Camera | Not confirmed | Rear Parking Camera |
| Spec | C-HR | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Synthetic Leather | Leather two-tone seats |
| Seat Adjustment | Power Driver | 3-way driver seat adjustment |
| Heated Seats | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| Ventilated Seats | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| Steering Type | Electric | Electric Power Steering |
| Steering Adjustment | Tilt and Telescopic | Steering wheel adjustment with manual tilt |
| Ambient Lighting | Standard | Not Available |
| Folding Rear Seats | 60/40 Split | 60:40 split second row |
| Front Armrest | Rear Centre Armrest | Not Available |
| Steering Wheel Material | Yes | Leather |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Yes | 60:40 split second row |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Manual multi-way | 3-way driver seat adjustment |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | Manual multi-way | 2-way passenger seat adjustment |
| Seat Trim | Yes | Leather two-tone seats |
| Rear Armrest | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Front Shoulder Room | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Rear Shoulder Room | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Cup Holders | Not confirmed | Front and rear cup holders |
| Rear AC Vents | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear USB Ports | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Instrument Cluster Type | Not confirmed | Speedometer and tachometer |
| Interior Colour Options | Not confirmed | 6 |
| Driver Lumbar Support | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Door Map Pockets | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | Not confirmed | 3-way driver seat adjustment |
| Adjustable Front Seat | Not confirmed | 2-way passenger seat adjustment |
| Cooled Seats | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Fabric Seats | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Front Headrest | Not confirmed | Adjustable |
| Leather Seats | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Memory Seats | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear Headrest | Not confirmed | Adjustable |
| Armrest Front | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Armrest Rear | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Boot Light | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Boot Space Seats Down | Not confirmed | 690 |
| Driver Seat | Not confirmed | 3-way driver seat adjustment |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | Not confirmed | 7-inch touchscreen, Bluetooth, USB, reversing camera (Acenta and above), dual airbags, climate control on Acenta+ |
| Interior Trim Colour | Not confirmed | Black |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | Not confirmed | Leather two-tone seats |
| Interior Colours | Not confirmed | 6 |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | Not confirmed | Reclining |
| Seat Belt Warning | Not confirmed | Driver and passenger |
| Seat Fold Type | Not confirmed | 60:40 split second row |
| Spec | C-HR | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic | Automatic air conditioning |
| Power Windows | All Doors | Driver auto up/down with anti-pinch |
| Keyless Entry | Smart Key | Smart keyless entry with push start |
| Push Button Start | Standard | Standard |
| Wireless Charging | Standard | Not Available |
| Sunroof | Panoramic | Not Available |
| Electric Tailgate | Not Available | Not Available |
| Automatic Headlamps | Standard | LED bi-projector headlamp |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Standard | Not Available |
| AC Type | Dual-zone Automatic | Automatic air conditioning |
| Engine Start Stop | Standard | Standard |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Standard | Standard |
| Push Button Start | Standard | Standard |
| Spare Wheel | Space Saver | Full Size Spare wheel |
| Air Conditioning | Dual-zone Automatic | Automatic air conditioning |
| Rim Size | 18-inch GR Sport Alloy | 16 |
| Sound System | 8 | 6 |
| Unlocking | Smart Key | Smart keyless entry with push start |
| Wireless Charger | Standard | Not Available |
| Load Bed Length | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | Not confirmed | 690 l |
| Rear Window Defroster | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Electric Mirror Folding | Not confirmed | Electric folding and electric adjustment |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | Not confirmed | - |
| 12V Accessory Socket | Not confirmed | 12V power socket |
| Speed Limiter | Not confirmed | Cruise control with adjustable speed limiter |
| Adaptive Dampers | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Aero Kit | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Boot Opener | Not confirmed | - |
| Chrome Exterior Highlights | Not confirmed | Chrome exterior door handles |
| Chrome Grille | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Climate Zones | Not confirmed | 1 |
| Door Ajar Warning | Not confirmed | Door open warning |
| Drag Coefficient | Not confirmed | - |
| Driver Display | Not confirmed | 7-inch TFT Advanced Drive-Assist Display |
| Engine Check Warning | Not confirmed | - |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | Not confirmed | - |
| Engine Warranty | Not confirmed | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| Front Armrest | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Front Power Outlet | Not confirmed | 12V power socket |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | Not confirmed | 5.9 |
| Fuel Lid Opener | Not confirmed | Remote fuel flap release |
| Glovebox Cooling | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Headlamp Height Adjust | Not confirmed | - |
| Headlamp Washer | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Headrest Adjustable | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Heads Up Display | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Hill Start Assist | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Impact Sensing Door Unlock | Not confirmed | Impact sensing unlock |
| Intercooler | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Multi Function Steering | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Performance Data Logger | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Power Mirrors | Not confirmed | Electric folding and electric adjustment |
| Rear Defogger | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Rear Reading Lamps | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear Seat Split | Not confirmed | 60:40 split second row |
| Rear Wing | Not confirmed | Roof spoiler |
| Remote Engine Start | Not confirmed | - |
| Rev Matching | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Ride Mode Selection | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Roof Antenna | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Seat Type | Not confirmed | Leather two-tone seats |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | Not confirmed | Driver and passenger front pretensioners with load limiters |
| Service Reminder | Not confirmed | Service intervals: 10,000 km |
| Side Steps | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Skid Plates | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Speed Alert System | Not confirmed | Adjustable speed limiter |
| Stabilizer Bar | Not confirmed | - |
| Steering Mounted Controls | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Steering Response | Not confirmed | Electric power steering |
| Tachometer | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Tail Lamps | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Telescopic Steering | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Tilt Steering | Not confirmed | Steering wheel adjustment with manual tilt |
| Trip Computer | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Tyre Repair Kit | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Vanity Mirror | Not confirmed | Driver and passenger vanity mirrors |
| Voice Command | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Voice Command Support | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Accelerator 0 100 | Not confirmed | 21 sec |
| Automatic High Beam | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Battery Preconditioning | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Bed Extender | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Bottle Holders | Not confirmed | Front and rear cup holders |
| Canopy Fitment | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Centre Console | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Common Rail Injection | Not confirmed | Petrol injection |
| Diff Lock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Difflock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Digital Speedometer | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | Not confirmed | Electric folding with side indicator |
| Front Diff Lock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Front Wiper | Not confirmed | Variable intermittent |
| Front Wipers Type | Not confirmed | Variable intermittent |
| Glove Box | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Heated Mirrors | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Intelligent Battery System | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | Not confirmed | Smart keyless entry with push start button |
| Lift Gate | Not confirmed | Manual tailgate |
| Load Bed Cover | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Load Bed Light | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Load Bed Steps | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Loadbox Length Mm | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Loadbox Width Mm | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Manual Aircon | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Mirror | Not confirmed | Electric folding |
| One Pedal Driving | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Passive Entry Start | Not confirmed | Smart keyless entry with push start button |
| Power Sliding Doors | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Power Socket 12v | Not confirmed | 12V power socket |
| Powered Tailgate | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Reading Lights Rear | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear Air Conditioning | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear Diff Lock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear Electric Motor | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | Not confirmed | Frameless auto dimming mirror |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Remote Central Locking | Not confirmed | Smart keyless entry with push start button |
| Remote Side Mirror | Not confirmed | Electric folding |
| Remote Start | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Remote Starter | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Roof Load | Not confirmed | - |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Side Impact Bars | Not confirmed | - |
| Sonar | Not confirmed | Rear parking sensors |
| Source Model Column | Not confirmed | magnite |
| Sport Plus Mode | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Sports Bar | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | Not confirmed | - |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | Not confirmed | - |
| Steering Column Adjustment | Not confirmed | Steering wheel adjustment with manual tilt |
| Sub Frame | Not confirmed | - |
| Tailgate Damper | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Tow Bar Type | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Trim Level | Not confirmed | top |
| Vanity Mirror Illuminated | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Variant Role | Not confirmed | Core range derivative |
| Vdc | Not confirmed | Vehicle Dynamic Control |
| Vehicle To Grid | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Vehicle To Load | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | Not confirmed | Smart keyless entry with push start button |
| Walk Away Lock | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Spec | C-HR | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | 9-inch Touchscreen | 8-inch touchscreen with smartphone integration |
| Apple CarPlay | Standard | Standard |
| Android Auto | Standard | Standard |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Standard | Standard |
| Number of Speakers | 8 | 6 |
| Navigation System | Standard | Not Available |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | Standard | 7-inch TFT |
| USB Ports | 2 | Front USB / smartphone integration |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Standard | Standard |
| Wireless Android Auto | Standard | Standard |
| Audio Speakers | 8 | 6 |
| Infotainment Screen | 10.1 | 8-inch |
| Touchscreen | 10.1 | 8-inch |
| FM Radio | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Voice Recognition | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| AUX Input | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 10.1 | 8-inch |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Audio Controls On Steering | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Infotainment Display | Not confirmed | 8-inch touch screen with smartphone integration |
| Rear Usb | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Premium Audio | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Audio | Not confirmed | 8-inch touchscreen audio with smartphone integration |
| Audio System | Not confirmed | 6-speaker audio system |
| Display Audio | Not confirmed | 8-inch touch screen with smartphone integration |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | Not confirmed | Front USB / smartphone integration |
| Head Up Display | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Multi Information Display | Not confirmed | 7-inch TFT driver display |
| Connected Services | Not confirmed | Smartphone integration |
| Voice Control | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Smartphone Connectivity | Not confirmed | Smartphone integration |
| Radio | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Spec | C-HR | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | LED Matrix | LED |
| Daytime Running Lamps | LED | Standard |
| Fog Lamps | LED | LED front fog lights |
| Roof Rails | Not Available | Not Available |
| Alloy Wheel Design | 18-inch GR Sport Alloy | 16" Alloy - 2 Tone Wheel |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | Not Available | Chrome exterior door handles |
| Rear Spoiler | GR Sport Spoiler | Standard |
| Exterior Colour Options | Multiple manufacturer colours | See Nissan South Africa Magnite colour selector |
| DRL | LED | Standard |
| Led Headlights | LED Matrix | LED |
| Daytime Running Lights | LED | Standard |
| Front Fog Lamps | LED | LED front fog lights |
| Headlamps | LED Matrix | LED |
| Headlight Type | LED Matrix | LED |
| Headlights | LED Matrix | LED |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Yes | Not Available |
| Body Cladding | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Roof Type | Not confirmed | Standard roof |
| Wing Mirror Type | Not confirmed | Body-colour electric folding mirrors |
| Rear Wiper | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Door Handle Finish | Not confirmed | Chrome |
| Body Type | Not confirmed | SUV |
| Fog Lights | Not confirmed | LED front fog lights |
| Front Fog Lights | Not confirmed | LED front fog lights |
| Rear Fog Lights | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Front Overhang | Not confirmed | - |
| Rear Overhang | Not confirmed | - |
| Auto Headlights | Not confirmed | LED bi-projector headlamp |
| Automatic Headlamps | Not confirmed | LED bi-projector headlamp |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Exterior Colour Options | Not confirmed | 6 |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | Not confirmed | Chrome |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | Not confirmed | Electric folding |
| Headlamp Levelling | Not confirmed | LED bi-projector headlamp |
| Load Bed Liner | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Active Exhaust | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear Spoiler | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Spec | C-HR | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | 25 deg | Not Available |
| Departure Angle | 23 deg | Not Available |
| Wading Depth | 500 mm | Not Available |
| Terrain Modes | Normal; Eco; Sport; Off-road | Not Available |
| Locking Differential | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| 4WD System Type | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| Breakover Angle | 20 deg | Not Available |
| Ground Clearance Max | 160 mm | 205 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | 160 mm | 205 mm |
| Underbody Protection | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Recovery Hooks | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Ramp-over Angle | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Approach Angle Deg | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Breakover Angle Deg | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Departure Angle Deg | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Energy Recovery Display | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Off Road Descent Control | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Off Road Traction Assist | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Crawl Control | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear Skid Plate Guard | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Fuel Tank | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Transfer Case | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Mud | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Normal | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Rock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Sand | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Snow | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Terrain Response System | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Underbody Camera | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Wading Depth Mm | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Spec | C-HR | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 225/50 R18 | 195/60R16 |
| Wheel Type | 18-inch GR Sport Alloy | 16" Alloy - 2 Tone Wheel |
| Front Brake Type | Ventilated Disc | Disc brakes |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc | Drum brake |
| Spare Wheel Type | Space Saver | Full Size Spare wheel |
| Wheel Rim Size | 18-inch GR Sport Alloy | 16 |
| Brake Type Front | Ventilated Disc | Disc brakes |
| Brake Type Rear | Disc | Drum brake |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Full Size Spare wheel |
| Wheel Diameter | 18-inch GR Sport Alloy | 16 |
| Handbrake Type | Yes | Not Applicable |
| Wheels | 18-inch GR Sport Alloy | 16" Alloy - 2 Tone Wheel |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | Not confirmed | - |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | Not confirmed | - |
| Parking Brake Type | Not confirmed | Manual parking brake |
| Tyre Load Index | Not confirmed | - |
| Tyre Speed Rating | Not confirmed | - |
| Tyre Type | Not confirmed | Radial |
| Front Tyre Width | Not confirmed | 195 mm |
| Rear Tyre Width | Not confirmed | 195 mm |
| Auto Brake Hold | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Brakes | Not confirmed | Front disc / rear drum |
| Cornering Brake Control | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Electric Park Brake | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Leather Steering Wheel | Not confirmed | Leather |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | Not confirmed | Full Size Spare wheel |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Trim | Not confirmed | Leather |
| Tyre Pressure Display | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Standard | Standard |
| Wheel Size Type | Not confirmed | 195/60R16 |
| Spec | C-HR | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Mac Pherson strut with Lower Transverse link |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbone | Twin tube telescopic shock absorbe |
| Chassis Type | Monocoque | - |
| Power Steering | Electric | Electric Power Steering |
| Steering Column | Tilt and Telescopic | Steering wheel adjustment with manual tilt |
| Front Suspension Type | MacPherson Strut | Mac Pherson strut with Lower Transverse link |
| Rear Suspension Type | Double Wishbone | Twin tube telescopic shock absorbe |
| Front Track Width | Not confirmed | 1536 mm |
| Rear Track Width | Not confirmed | 1535 mm |
| Front Spring Type | Not confirmed | MacPherson strut |
| Rear Spring Type | Not confirmed | Torsion beam / twin-tube shock absorber |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | Not confirmed | - |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | Not confirmed | - |
| Shock Absorber Type | Not confirmed | Twin-tube telescopic shock absorber |
| Chassis Material | Not confirmed | - |
| MagneRide Damping | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear Axle Type | Not confirmed | Twin tube telescopic shock absorbe |
| Shock Absorbers | Not confirmed | Twin-tube telescopic shock absorber |
| Suspension | Not confirmed | Mac Pherson strut with Lower Transverse link |
| Spec | C-HR | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty Years | 3 | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| Warranty Kilometers | 3 | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | Standard |
| Basic Warranty | 3 | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | Standard |
| Warranty | 3 | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | Standard |
| Spec | C-HR | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 105 g/km | 140.15 g/km |
| Start Stop System | Not confirmed | - |
| Hybrid System Type | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Noise Level | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Variable Valve Timing | Not confirmed | - |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | Not confirmed | Unleaded Petrol |
| Particulate Filter | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Euro Emission Standard | Not confirmed | - |
| Green NCAP Rating | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Idle CO2 Output | Not confirmed | 140.15 |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | Not confirmed | - |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | Not confirmed | 140.15 |
| Spec | C-HR | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | 5.5 l/100km | - |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | 7 l/100km | - |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | 6 l/100km | - |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | 7 l/100km | - |
| Owner Review Count | 7 | - |
| Spec | C-HR | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Service Plan | Yes | 3 years / 30,000 km |
| Service Interval | Not confirmed | 10000 |
| Approx Service Cost | Not confirmed | - |
| Battery Warranty | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Maintenance Plan | Not confirmed | 3 years / 30,000 km |
| Engine Oil Capacity | Not confirmed | - |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | Not confirmed | 15 000 km |
| First Service At | Not confirmed | 10000 |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Alternator | Not confirmed | - |
| Service Intervals | Not confirmed | 10000 |
| Spec | C-HR | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Private and family | Top |
| Price Zar | 499000 ZAR | 323900 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Historical listed price | Current listed price |
| Starting Price | 499000 | 323900 |
| Starting Price Zar | 499000 | 323900 |
In depth: how these cars differ
This C-HR and Magnite 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: C-HR 53 vs Magnite 16.
Efficiency index: C-HR 78 vs Magnite 65.
Safety-equipment index: C-HR 98 vs Magnite 86.
Practicality index: C-HR 57 vs Magnite 64.
Ownership-cover index: C-HR 43 vs Magnite 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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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.
C-HR leads by 11 points
C-HR has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Magnite remains close.
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Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
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What the evidence means
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, C-HR leads. However, Magnite may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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C-HR vs Magnite questions
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