Toyota C-HR vs Isuzu MU-X
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.
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
Isuzu MU-X
At a Glance — Who Wins What
Key Specs Side by Side
The specs that matter most — highlighted where one car leads.
| Spec | C-HR | MU-X |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | 134 kW | 110 kW @ 3600 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 190 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 3000 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | 19.2 km/l | 13.2 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | 160 mm | 235 mm |
| Boot / Load Bay | 377 l | - |
| Airbags | 7 | Standard |
| Kerb Weight | 1500 kg | 2080 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Warranty | 3 | 5 years / 120 000 km |
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Archived vehicles remain available for comparison. Verified specs stay visible; historical fields that were not source-confirmed are marked Not confirmed instead of being guessed.
The Bottom Line
C-HR and MU-X are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Where They Actually Differ
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
C-HR
- Better fuel efficiency
- Stronger listed safety equipment
- Less powerful engine setup
- Lower published practicality figures
MU-X
- More powerful engine output
- Stronger published practicality figures
- Lower fuel efficiency
- Fewer listed safety features
Which One's Right for You?
C-HR
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
- Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
MU-X
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
Archived cars use verified historical spec records. Rows remain comparable; unavailable historical values are shown plainly rather than estimated.
| Spec | C-HR | MU-X |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2023 | 2013 |
| Generation | Second generation on TNGA-C platform – hybrid-only in SA | Current generation MU-X built on Isuzu D-Max platform |
| Facelift History | All-new second generation launched in SA in 2023 | Latest updates improved styling and safety tech |
| Facelift Launched Since | 2023 | Original current-generation version |
| Tare Mass Kg | 1500 kg | 2080 kg |
| Facelift Version Ending | Not confirmed | Current |
| Body Style | Not confirmed | 7-seat SUV |
| Color Note | Not confirmed | White, Black, Silver, Grey, Red |
| Dealer Stock Note | Not confirmed | Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Drivetrain Note | Not confirmed | Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 3.0 DDi LSE 4x4 AT |
| Gross Combined Mass Kg | Not confirmed | 5900 kg |
| Model Year | Not confirmed | MY26 |
| Production Status | Not confirmed | published |
| Segment | Not confirmed | SUV |
| Vehicle Type | Not confirmed | SUV |
| Spec | C-HR | MU-X |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4390 mm | 4850 mm |
| Width | 1796 mm | 1870 mm |
| Height | 1550 mm | 1825 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2640 mm | 2855 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 160 mm | 235 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 l | 80 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 377 l | - |
| Kerb Weight | 1500 kg | 2080 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 1930 kg | 2800 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 5.4 m | 11.4 m |
| Payload Capacity | Not confirmed | 659 kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not confirmed | 3500 kg |
| Doors | Not confirmed | 5 doors |
| Spec | C-HR | MU-X |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.0L Hybrid Petrol-Electric | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Engine Code | Not Officially Disclosed | 4JJ3 |
| Fuel Type | Hybrid | Diesel |
| Hybrid System | Self Charging Hybrid | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 1987 cc | 3000 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Cylinder Layout | Inline | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Valves | 16 | 16 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Aspiration | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fuel System | Hybrid Synergy Drive | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Compression Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 16.3:1 |
| Bore | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Stroke | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Maximum Power | 134 kW | 110 kW @ 3600 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 190 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Combined Power | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Combined Torque | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Motor Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Number of Motors | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Motor Location | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Drive Type | FWD | 4WD |
| Transmission | e-CVT | 6-Speed Automatic |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | Not Officially Disclosed |
| 0-100 km/h | 8.2 sec | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Launch Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rev Limiter | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 52.9 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 168.3 Nm/tonne |
| Battery Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Usable Battery Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Battery Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Battery Voltage | Not Officially Disclosed | 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 Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Spec | C-HR | MU-X |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | e-CVT (Electronic CVT) | Automatic |
| Drivetrain Layout | Front Wheel Drive | 4WD / AWD |
| LSD Available | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Transfer Case | Not Applicable | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Paddle Shifters | Not Applicable | Standard |
| Transmission Type | e-CVT (Electronic CVT) | 6 Speed Automatic |
| Gearbox Type | e-CVT (Electronic CVT) | Automatic |
| Differential Lock | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Final Drive Ratio | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Number of Gears | Not confirmed | 4 |
| Clutch Type | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Type | Not confirmed | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | Not confirmed | 4WD / AWD |
| 4WD Engagement | Not confirmed | Available |
| 4WD Hi Range | Not confirmed | Available |
| 4WD Lo Range | Not confirmed | Available where 4WD low range is fitted |
| 4WD Selector | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Drive Mode Selector | Not confirmed | 4WD/off-road drive mode support |
| Front Differential Lock | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Gear Knob Trim | Not confirmed | Leather / Piano Black |
| Gear Ratio 1st | Not confirmed | 3.600 |
| Gear Ratio 2nd | Not confirmed | 2.090 |
| Gear Ratio 3rd | Not confirmed | 1.488 |
| Gear Ratio 4th | Not confirmed | 1.000 |
| Gear Ratio 5th | Not confirmed | 0.687 |
| Gear Ratio 6th | Not confirmed | 0.580 |
| Gear Ratio Reverse | Not confirmed | 3.732 |
| Low Range Ratio | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | Not confirmed | Available where 4WD low range is fitted |
| Axle Layout | Not confirmed | 4WD / AWD |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Transfer Case Guard | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Transmission Speeds | Not confirmed | 4 |
| Spec | C-HR | MU-X |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 19.2 km/l | 13.2 km/l |
| City Mileage | 17 km/l | 10.7 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | 21 km/l | 15.4 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 l | 80 l |
| Emission Standard | Euro 6 | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 43 | 80 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Auto Start Stop | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Real-world Mileage | 19.2 km/l | 13.2 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Combined Driving Range | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Electric Consumption | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Highway | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Mixed | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Spec | C-HR | MU-X |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 7 | Standard |
| ABS | Standard | Standard |
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard | Standard |
| Traction Control | Standard | Not Available |
| 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 |
| Alarm System | Standard | Standard |
| Central Locking | Standard | - |
| Stability Control | Standard | Standard |
| TCS | Standard | Not Available |
| Side Impact Beams | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Front Parking Sensors | Not confirmed | Standard |
| AEB | Standard | Standard |
| BA | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Brake Override System | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Curtain Airbags | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Driver Airbag | Not confirmed | Standard |
| EBD | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Hill Hold | Standard | Standard |
| Passenger Airbag | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Side Airbags | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Knee Airbag | Not confirmed | Driver |
| ABS EBD | Standard | Standard |
| Anti Theft Alarm | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | Not confirmed | Standard |
| ESC With Traction Control | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Far Side Airbag | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Front Seat Side Airbags | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Height Adjustable Seatbelts | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Spec | C-HR | MU-X |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Standard | Not Available |
| Lane Keep Assist | Standard | Standard |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Standard | Standard |
| Parking Sensors | Front and Rear | Front & Rear |
| Rear View Camera | Standard | Standard |
| 360 Degree Camera | Not Available | Standard |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Standard | Standard |
| Auto Wipers | Standard | Not Available |
| Lane Departure Warning | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Auto Highbeam | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Auto Lights | Not confirmed | Standard |
| EV Mode | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Not confirmed | Front & Rear |
| Reverse Camera | Standard | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Standard | Not Available |
| Park Assist | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Around View Monitor | Not Available | Standard |
| Blind Spot Warning | Standard | Standard |
| Driver Monitoring | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Emergency Braking | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Forward Collision Warning | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Front Camera | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Multi Collision Braking | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Occupant Detection Sensor | Not confirmed | Passengers |
| Parking Distance Sensors | Not confirmed | Front & Rear |
| Parking Sensor | Not confirmed | Front & Rear |
| Automatic High Beam | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Pre-Collision System | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Rear View Camera | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Reverse Camera Type | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Reversing Camera | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Surround View Camera | Not Available | Standard |
| Spec | C-HR | MU-X |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Synthetic Leather | Partial Leather |
| Seat Adjustment | Power Driver | Driver Power 8-way & Passenger Power 4-way |
| Heated Seats | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Ventilated Seats | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Steering Type | Electric | Hydraulic |
| Steering Adjustment | Tilt and Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Ambient Lighting | Standard | Standard |
| Folding Rear Seats | 60/40 Split | - |
| Front Armrest | Rear Centre Armrest | - |
| Rear Armrest | Not confirmed | Standard with 2 cupholders |
| Front Shoulder Room | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Rear Shoulder Room | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Rear USB Ports | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Material | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Instrument Cluster Type | Not confirmed | Standard, 7-inch with decoration |
| Interior Colour Options | Not confirmed | 5 |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | Not confirmed | Driver Power 8-way & Passenger Power 4-way |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Not confirmed | Driver Power 8-way & Passenger Power 4-way |
| Fabric Seats | Not confirmed | Partial Leather |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | Not confirmed | Driver Power 8-way & Passenger Power 4-way |
| Armrest Rear | Not confirmed | Standard with 2 cupholders |
| Driver Seat | Not confirmed | Driver Power 8-way & Passenger Power 4-way |
| Front Seats Configuration | Not confirmed | 2 x Bucket Reclining |
| Heated Front Seats | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | Not confirmed | Partial Leather |
| Interior Colours | Not confirmed | 5 |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | Not confirmed | Standard with 2 cupholders |
| Seat Belt Warning | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Seat Trim | Not confirmed | Partial Leather |
| Second Row Seat Configuration | Not confirmed | Bench 60:40 Fold-Flat |
| Third Row Seat Configuration | Not confirmed | Bench 50:50 Fold-Flat |
| Spec | C-HR | MU-X |
|---|---|---|
| Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic | Auto climate control with rear cabin cooling vents |
| Power Windows | All Doors | All with driver one touch, jam protection and timer |
| Keyless Entry | Smart Key | Standard |
| Push Button Start | Standard | Not Available |
| Wireless Charging | Standard | Not Available |
| Sunroof | Panoramic | Not Available |
| Electric Tailgate | Not Available | Power with step sensor and control switch |
| Automatic Headlamps | Standard | Standard |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Standard | Not Available |
| AC Type | Dual-zone Automatic | Auto climate control with rear cabin cooling vents |
| Engine Start Stop | Standard | Not Available |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Standard | Not Available |
| Push Button Start | Standard | Not Available |
| Spare Wheel | Space Saver | Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33 |
| Air Conditioning | Dual-zone Automatic | Auto climate control with rear cabin cooling vents |
| Rim Size | 18-inch GR Sport Alloy | Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33 |
| Sound System | 8 | 8 |
| Unlocking | Smart Key | Standard |
| Wireless Charger | Standard | Not Available |
| Load Bed Length | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | Not confirmed | Auto Dimming |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| 12V Accessory Socket | Not confirmed | 2 |
| Adaptive Dampers | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | Not confirmed | Auto Dimming |
| Climate Zones | Not confirmed | Auto climate control with rear cabin cooling vents |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | Not confirmed | All with driver one touch, jam protection and timer |
| Front Power Outlet | Not confirmed | 2 |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | Not confirmed | 7.6 |
| Hill Start Assist | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Intercooler | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Performance Data Logger | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Power Mirrors | Not confirmed | All with driver one touch, jam protection and timer |
| Rear Wing | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Rev Matching | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Seat Type | Not confirmed | Partial Leather |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Side Steps | Not confirmed | Standard / Very Dark Magnetite |
| Skid Plates | Not confirmed | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Steering Mounted Controls | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Tail Lamps | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Telescopic Steering | Not confirmed | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Tilt Steering | Not confirmed | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Automatic High Beam | Not confirmed | Standard |
| B Pillar Blackout | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Battery Preconditioning | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Bed Extender | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Canopy Fitment | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Digital Speedometer | Not confirmed | Standard, 7-inch with decoration |
| Front Bumper Colour | Not confirmed | Gloss Black / Body Colour |
| Front Final Drive Ratio | Not confirmed | 3.727 |
| Front Reading Lamps | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Front Wiper | Not confirmed | Auto, Rain Sensing |
| Front Wipers Type | Not confirmed | Auto, Rain Sensing |
| Intelligent Battery System | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Lift Gate | Not confirmed | Power with step sensor and control switch |
| 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 | Auto climate control with rear cabin cooling vents |
| Mirror | Not confirmed | All with driver one touch, jam protection and timer |
| Mudflaps | Not confirmed | Front & Rear |
| Oil Pan Guard | Not confirmed | Standard |
| One Pedal Driving | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Passive Entry Start | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Power Socket 12v | Not confirmed | 2 |
| Powered Tailgate | Not confirmed | Power with step sensor and control switch |
| Pre Air Cleaner | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Reading Lights Front | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Rear Bumper Colour | Not confirmed | Body Colour / Gloss Black |
| Rear Electric Motor | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear Final Drive Ratio | Not confirmed | 3.727 |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Rear Privacy Windows | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | Not confirmed | Auto Dimming |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Remote Central Locking | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Remote Start Engine | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | Not confirmed | Standard / Very Dark Magnetite |
| Side Impact Bars | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Sonar | Not confirmed | Front & Rear |
| Source Model Column | Not confirmed | 3.0 LSE A/T 4x4 |
| Sport Plus Mode | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Sports Bar | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Steering Column Adjustment | Not confirmed | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Surround View Monitor | Not Available | Standard |
| Tailgate Damper | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Tow Bar Type | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| TPMS | Standard | Standard |
| Trailer Stability Assist | Not confirmed | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Trailer Sway Control | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Trim Level | Not confirmed | flagship |
| Variant Role | Not confirmed | Flagship / premium derivative |
| Vdc | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Vehicle To Grid | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Vehicle To Load | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Walk Away Lock | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Water Depth Protection Mm | Not confirmed | 800 mm |
| Spec | C-HR | MU-X |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | 9-inch Touchscreen | SYNC |
| Apple CarPlay | Standard | Not Available |
| Android Auto | Standard | Not Available |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Standard | Not Available |
| Number of Speakers | 8 | 8 |
| Navigation System | Standard | - |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | Standard | Standard, 7-inch with decoration |
| USB Ports | 2 | Standard |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Standard | Not Available |
| Wireless Android Auto | Standard | Not Available |
| Audio Speakers | 8 | 8 |
| FM Radio | Not confirmed | 9-inch Touch Screen with RDS, MP3, Bluetooth Audio Streaming, integrated mobile handsfree, rear view camera, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Wi-Fi |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Infotainment Screen Size | Not confirmed | SYNC |
| Audio Controls On Steering | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Rear Usb | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Audio | Not confirmed | 9-inch Touch Screen with RDS, MP3, Bluetooth Audio Streaming, integrated mobile handsfree, rear view camera, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Wi-Fi |
| Audio Input | Not confirmed | USB, Auxiliary |
| Audio System | Not confirmed | 9-inch Touch Screen with RDS, MP3, Bluetooth Audio Streaming, integrated mobile handsfree, rear view camera, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Wi-Fi |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Infotainment Screen | Not confirmed | SYNC |
| Multi Information Display | Not confirmed | Standard, 7-inch with decoration |
| Connected Services | Not confirmed | SYNC |
| Radio | Not confirmed | 9-inch Touch Screen with RDS, MP3, Bluetooth Audio Streaming, integrated mobile handsfree, rear view camera, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Wi-Fi |
| Touchscreen | Not confirmed | SYNC |
| Spec | C-HR | MU-X |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | LED Matrix | Bi-LED |
| Daytime Running Lamps | LED | LED |
| Fog Lamps | LED | Standard, LED |
| Roof Rails | Not Available | Standard / Very Dark Magnetite |
| Alloy Wheel Design | 18-inch GR Sport Alloy | - |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | Not Available | - |
| Rear Spoiler | GR Sport Spoiler | Standard |
| DRL | LED | LED |
| Led Headlights | LED Matrix | Bi-LED |
| Daytime Running Lights | LED | LED |
| Front Fog Lamps | LED | Standard, LED |
| Headlamps | LED Matrix | Bi-LED |
| Headlight Type | LED Matrix | Bi-LED |
| Headlights | LED Matrix | Bi-LED |
| Exterior Colour Options | Not confirmed | 5 |
| Rear Wiper | Not confirmed | Auto, Rain Sensing |
| Door Handle Finish | Not confirmed | Body Colour |
| Body Type | Not confirmed | SUV |
| Fog Lights | Not confirmed | Standard, LED |
| Front Fog Lights | Not confirmed | Standard, LED |
| Led Taillights | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Auto Headlights | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Automatic Headlamps | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Exterior Colour Options | Not confirmed | 5 |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | Not confirmed | Body Colour |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | Not confirmed | All with driver one touch, jam protection and timer |
| Front Overhang Mm | Not confirmed | 895 mm |
| Headlamp Levelling | Not confirmed | Automatic |
| Load Bed Liner | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Active Exhaust | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Radiator Grille Colour | Not confirmed | Dark Chrome |
| Rear Fog Lamps | Not confirmed | LED |
| Rear Overhang Mm | Not confirmed | 1100 mm |
| Rear Spoiler | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Spec | C-HR | MU-X |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 225/50 R18 | 265/60R18 |
| Wheel Type | 18-inch GR Sport Alloy | - |
| Front Brake Type | Ventilated Disc | Not Available |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc | Not Available |
| Spare Wheel Type | Space Saver | Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33 |
| Wheel Rim Size | 18-inch GR Sport Alloy | Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33 |
| Brake Type Front | Ventilated Disc | - |
| Brake Type Rear | Disc | - |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33 |
| Wheel Diameter | 18-inch GR Sport Alloy | Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33 |
| Wheels | 18-inch GR Sport Alloy | - |
| Parking Brake Type | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Tyre Type | Not confirmed | 265/60R18 |
| Auto Brake Hold | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Brake Override Accelerator | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Cornering Brake Control | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Electric Park Brake | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Handbrake Type | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Leather Steering Wheel Controls | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Multi Collision Brake | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | Not confirmed | Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33 |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Towing Unbraked Kg | Not confirmed | 750 kg |
| Tyre Pressure Display | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Standard | Standard |
| Wheel Size Type | Not confirmed | Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33 |
| Spec | C-HR | MU-X |
|---|---|---|
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Independent High-ride Coil |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbone | Multi-link Coil |
| Chassis Type | Monocoque | - |
| Power Steering | Electric | Hydraulic |
| Steering Column | Tilt and Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Front Suspension Type | MacPherson Strut | Independent High-ride Coil |
| Rear Suspension Type | Double Wishbone | Multi-link Coil |
| Front Track Width | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Rear Track Width | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Front Spring Type | Not confirmed | Independent High-ride Coil |
| Rear Spring Type | Not confirmed | Multi-link Coil |
| Shock Absorber Type | Not confirmed | Gas |
| Gross Axle Mass Front Kg | Not confirmed | 1450 kg |
| Gross Axle Mass Rear Kg | Not confirmed | 1650 kg |
| High Ride Suspension | Not confirmed | Standard |
| MagneRide Damping | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear Axle Type | Not confirmed | Multi-link Coil |
| Shock Absorbers | Not confirmed | Gas |
| Suspension | Not confirmed | Independent High-ride Coil |
| Track Front Rear Mm | Not confirmed | 1570 / 1570 |
| Spec | C-HR | MU-X |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty Years | 3 | 5 years / 120 000 km |
| Warranty Kilometers | 3 | 5 years / 120 000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | 5 years / 120 000 km |
| Basic Warranty | 3 | 5 years / 120 000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | 5 years / 120 000 km |
| Warranty | 3 | 5 years / 120 000 km |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | Not confirmed | 5 years / unlimited km |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | 5 years / 120 000 km |
| Spec | C-HR | MU-X |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 105 g/km | 200 g/km |
| Hybrid System Type | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | Not confirmed | Diesel |
| Idle CO2 Output | Not confirmed | 200 |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | Not confirmed | 200 |
| Spec | C-HR | MU-X |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | MU-X |
|---|---|---|
| Ground Clearance Max | 160 mm | 235 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | 160 mm | 235 mm |
| Approach Angle | Not confirmed | 30.0 deg |
| Departure Angle | Not confirmed | 26.0 deg |
| Wading Depth | Not confirmed | 800 mm |
| Terrain Modes | Not confirmed | 4WD/off-road drive mode support |
| Locking Differential | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Underbody Protection | Not confirmed | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| 4WD System Type | Not confirmed | Four-wheel drive |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Standard |
| Approach Angle Deg | Not confirmed | 30.0 deg |
| Breakover Angle | Not confirmed | 24.0 deg |
| Breakover Angle Deg | Not confirmed | 24.0 deg |
| Departure Angle Deg | Not confirmed | 26.0 deg |
| Energy Recovery Display | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Engine Sump Guard | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Off Road Descent Control | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Off Road Traction Assist | Not confirmed | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Skid Plate Guard | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Terrain Mode Mud | Not confirmed | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Terrain Mode Sand | Not confirmed | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Terrain Mode Snow | Not confirmed | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Wading Depth Mm | Not confirmed | 800 mm |
| Spec | C-HR | MU-X |
|---|---|---|
| Service Interval | Not confirmed | 12 months / 15 000 km |
| Maintenance Plan | Not confirmed | 5 years / 90 000 km |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | Not confirmed | 12 months / 15 000 km |
| Service Plan Duration | Not confirmed | 5 years / 90 000 km |
| Service Plan Distance | Not confirmed | 5 years / 90 000 km |
| Alternator | Not confirmed | 120A |
| Service Plan | Not confirmed | 5 years / 90 000 km |
| Service Intervals | Not confirmed | 12 months / 15 000 km |
| Spec | C-HR | MU-X |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Not confirmed | Flagship |
| Price Zar | Not confirmed | 973800 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Not confirmed | Current listed price |
| Starting Price | Not confirmed | 973800 |
| Starting Price Zar | Not confirmed | 973800 |
Source-backed Catalogue Index
A transparent specification index shown only when every vehicle clears the minimum comparable-data threshold.
MU-X leads by 7 points
C-HR and MU-X are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
C-HR
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
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MU-X
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How to Read This Comparison
In Hagalu's source-backed catalogue index, MU-X leads. However, C-HR may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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Questions Buyers Usually Ask
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.
Hagalu does not publish a guaranteed resale winner. Depreciation depends on age, mileage, condition, derivative, colour, supply and demand. Compare several current used-market listings and obtain trade-in valuations for equivalent examples before relying on a resale estimate.
Check the exact derivatives for drive type, ground clearance, tyres, approach and departure angles, wading depth and low-range gearing where officially disclosed. SUV styling or all-wheel drive alone does not prove that a vehicle is suitable for demanding off-road use.
Calculate each exact derivative using your monthly distance and a current fuel or electricity price, then add finance, insurance, scheduled service, tyres and licence costs. Hagalu does not claim a fixed monthly saving without those buyer-specific inputs.
It is worth more only when the exact price difference buys equipment, space, performance or ownership cover that matters to you. Compare like-for-like lifecycle states and derivatives; a current offer and a historical last-listed price are not directly equivalent.
In Depth — Breaking It All Down
This C-HR and MU-X 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: C-HR 53 vs MU-X 62.
Efficiency index: C-HR 78 vs MU-X 52.
Safety-equipment index: C-HR 98 vs MU-X 93.
Practicality index: C-HR 62 vs MU-X 88.
Ownership-cover index: C-HR 43 vs MU-X 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.