Source type: Official OEM South Africa
Toyota C-HR vs Nissan X-Trail
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.
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Toyota C-HR
Discontinued model
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Toyota C-HR
2.0 HEV GR Sport CVT
Hybrid
e-CVT
Discontinued model
ZAR 499,000
last listed
Discontinued model
Verified historical specifications remain visible for owner and used-car comparisons.
⚡ 134 kW
🔧 190 Nm
⛽ 19.2 km/l
VS
Nissan X-Trail
2.5 Acenta Plus 4WD CVT 7-seat
Petrol
CVT
Current
ZAR 812,900
ex-showroom
⚡ 135 kW
🔧 244 Nm
⛽ 12.8 km/l
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Decision summary
Toyota C-HR vs Nissan X-Trail: the short answer
C-HR and X-Trail are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Recorded price context
C-HR:
last listed from
ZAR 429,000
·
X-Trail:
current from
ZAR 687,900
Five key differences
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| Specification | C-HR | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | C-HR134 kW | X-Trail135 kW @ 6000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | C-HR190 Nm | X-Trail244 Nm @ 3600 rpm |
| Engine Size | C-HR1987 cc | X-Trail2488 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | C-HR19.2 km/l | X-Trail12.8 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | C-HR160 mm | X-Trail211 mm |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Source type: Nissan South Africa X-Trail specifications page and September 2025 brochure
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
C-HR
Strengths
- Better fuel efficiency
- Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
- Less powerful engine setup
- Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:
Published Efficiency
Specification evidence leader
X-Trail
Strengths
- More powerful engine output
- Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
- Lower fuel efficiency
- Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:
Published Performance
Published Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
C-HR
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
- Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
X-Trail
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Archived cars use verified historical spec records. Rows remain comparable; unavailable historical values are shown plainly rather than estimated.
| Spec | C-HR | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2023 | 2001 |
| Generation | Second generation on TNGA-C platform – hybrid-only in SA | T33 fourth-generation Nissan X-Trail for South Africa |
| Facelift History | All-new second generation launched in SA in 2023 | Current South African T33 X-Trail specification from Nissan official page and September 2025 brochure |
| Facelift Launched Since | 2023 | 2023 |
| Facelift Version Ending | 2024 | Current |
| Body Style | 5-door Crossover SUV | SUV |
| Model Year | 2021 | 2026 |
| Production Status | discontinued | published |
| Segment | SUV | Family SUV |
| Tare Mass Kg | 1500 kg | 1666 kg |
| Vehicle Type | 5-door Crossover SUV | SUV |
| Color Note | Not confirmed | White, Silver, Black, Grey, Blue |
| Dealer Stock Note | Not confirmed | Top grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Drivetrain Note | Not confirmed | Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 2.5 Acenta Plus 4WD CVT 7-seat |
| Spec | C-HR | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4390 mm | 4680 mm |
| Width | 1796 mm | 1840 mm |
| Height | 1550 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2640 mm | 2705 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 160 mm | 211 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | 125 mm | - |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 l | 55 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 377 l | 485 l |
| Kerb Weight | 1500 kg | 1666 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 1930 kg | 2295 kg |
| Payload Capacity | 430 kg | - |
| Towing Capacity | 1600 kg | 2000 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Rows | 2 rows | - |
| Doors | 1 doors | 5 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 5.4 m | 11.1 m |
| Front Headroom | 993 mm | 1050 mm |
| Rear Headroom | 946 mm | 1000 mm |
| Front Legroom | 1030 mm | 1095 mm |
| Rear Legroom | 881 mm | 892 mm |
| Spec | C-HR | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.0L Hybrid Petrol-Electric | 2.5-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 | 2488 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Cylinder Layout | Inline | Inline |
| Valves | 16 | 16 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | Naturally Aspirated |
| Fuel System | Hybrid Synergy Drive | Direct 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 | 135 kW @ 6000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 190 Nm | 244 Nm @ 3600 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 | 4WD |
| Transmission | e-CVT | CVT |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 195 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 8.2 sec | 10.4 sec |
| Quarter Mile | 15.5 sec | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | Eco, Comfort, Sport | Eco, Normal, Sport plus terrain modes |
| Launch Control | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rev Limiter | 6500 rpm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 100 kW/tonne | 81 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 220 Nm/tonne | 146.5 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 | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | e-CVT (Electronic CVT) | Xtronic CVT |
| Drivetrain Layout | Front Wheel Drive | Intelligent 4x4 |
| LSD Available | Not Applicable | Standard |
| Transfer Case | Not Applicable | Intelligent 4x4 direct-coupling system |
| Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Paddle Shifters | Not Applicable | Standard |
| Final Drive Ratio | Yes | Not Applicable |
| Number of Gears | 6 | Not Applicable |
| Transmission Type | e-CVT (Electronic CVT) | CVT |
| Clutch Type | Yes | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Yes | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Type | Yes | CVT |
| Drivetrain | FWD | Intelligent 4x4 |
| 4WD Engagement | Not Applicable | Automatic Intelligent 4x4 |
| 4WD Hi Range | Not Applicable | Standard |
| 4WD Lo Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Selector | Not Applicable | Drive and terrain mode selector |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | Yes | Standard |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Gearbox Type | e-CVT (Electronic CVT) | Xtronic CVT |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Axle Layout | FWD | 4WD |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Transmission Speeds | 6 | Not Applicable |
| Drive Mode Selector | Not confirmed | 4WD/off-road drive mode support |
| Differential Type Front | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Differential Type Rear | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Transfer Case Guard | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Engine Position | Not confirmed | - |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | Not confirmed | - |
| Spec | C-HR | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 19.2 km/l | 12.8 km/l |
| City Mileage | 17 km/l | 11.1 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | 21 km/l | 15.7 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 l | 55 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 | 12.8 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 43 | 55 |
| Combined Driving Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Electric Consumption | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Highway | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Mixed | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Low Fuel Warning | Not confirmed | - |
| Spec | C-HR | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 7 | Driver, passenger, curtain, front side and front far-side airbags |
| ABS | Standard | Standard |
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard | Standard |
| Traction Control | Standard | Standard |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Standard |
| Hill Start Assist | Standard | Standard |
| Child Safety Lock | Standard | Standard |
| ISOFIX Mounts | Standard | Standard |
| Brake Assist | Standard | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Standard | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Standard | Standard |
| Alarm System | Standard | Vehicle security system |
| Central Locking | Standard | Standard |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Yes | Driver, passenger and rear seat belt reminder |
| Front Parking Sensors | Yes | Standard |
| AEB | Standard | Standard |
| 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 | Standard |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Yes | Not Available |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Yes | Driver, passenger and rear seat belt reminder |
| Side Airbags | Yes | Standard |
| Stability Control | Standard | Standard |
| TCS | Standard | Standard |
| Knee Airbag | Yes | Not Available |
| ABS EBD | Standard | Standard |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Far Side Airbag | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Anti Theft Alarm | Not confirmed | Vehicle security system |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | Not confirmed | Driver, passenger, front side, curtain and front far-side airbags |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | Not confirmed | Driver, passenger, front side, curtain and front far-side airbags |
| ESC With Traction Control | Not confirmed | Vehicle Dynamic Control with Traction Control System |
| Fatigue Detection | Not confirmed | Intelligent Driver Alert |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Speed Alert System | Not confirmed | Speed limiter |
| Lane Change Warning | Not confirmed | Blind Spot Warning and Intelligent Blind Spot Intervention |
| Side Impact Beams | Not confirmed | - |
| Whiplash Protection | Not confirmed | - |
| Safety Rating | Not confirmed | - |
| Spec | C-HR | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Standard | Intelligent Cruise Control |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Standard | Intelligent Cruise Control |
| Lane Keep Assist | Standard | Intelligent Lane Intervention |
| Lane Departure Warning | Standard | Intelligent Lane Intervention |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Yes | Standard |
| Parking Sensors | Front and Rear | Front and rear parking sensors |
| Rear View Camera | Standard | Standard |
| 360 Degree Camera | Not Available | Standard |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Standard | Standard |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Yes | Standard |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Yes | Not Available |
| Auto Highbeam | Yes | Standard |
| Auto Wipers | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Standard |
| Reverse Camera | Standard | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Standard | Intelligent Cruise Control |
| Park Assist | Yes | Not Available |
| Around View Monitor | Not Available | Standard |
| Blind Spot Warning | Standard | Standard |
| Forward Collision Warning | Yes | Standard |
| EV Mode | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Surround View Camera | Not Available | Standard |
| Blind Spot Intervention | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Automatic High Beam | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Auto Lights | Not confirmed | Automatic headlights |
| Eco Mode | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Emergency Braking | Not confirmed | Intelligent Emergency Braking with junction assist and pedestrian/cyclist detection |
| Front Camera | Not confirmed | Around View Monitor camera system |
| Parking Distance Sensors | Not confirmed | Front and rear parking sensors |
| Parking Sensor | Not confirmed | Front and rear parking sensors |
| Pre-Collision System | Not confirmed | Intelligent Forward Collision Warning and Emergency Braking |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Rear View Camera | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Reverse Camera Type | Not confirmed | Rear parking camera |
| Reversing Camera | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Sport Mode | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Spec | C-HR | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Synthetic Leather | Leather-accented |
| Seat Adjustment | Power Driver | Power driver seat with manual passenger seat |
| Heated Seats | Not Applicable | Standard |
| Ventilated Seats | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Steering Type | Electric | Dual pinion electric power steering |
| Steering Adjustment | Tilt and Telescopic | Tilt and telescopic |
| Ambient Lighting | Standard | Not Applicable |
| Folding Rear Seats | 60/40 Split | 40:20:40 sliding/reclining second row and 50:50 third-row dive-down seats |
| Front Armrest | Rear Centre Armrest | Centre armrest |
| Steering Wheel Material | Yes | Leather-accented |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Yes | 40/20/40 split-fold second row |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Manual multi-way | Power slide, reclining, lifter, tilt and 2-way lumbar |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | Manual multi-way | Manual slide and reclining |
| Seat Trim | Yes | Leather-accented / synthetic leather |
| Fabric Seats | Not confirmed | Quilted premium leather |
| Instrument Cluster Type | Not confirmed | 12.3-inch full TFT digital meter |
| Interior Colour Options | Not confirmed | 5 |
| Interior Colours | Not confirmed | 5 |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | Not confirmed | Spacious cabin, touchscreen infotainment, Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, flexible seating layout |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | Not confirmed | Quilted premium leather |
| Massage Seats | Not confirmed | Driver and passenger seat massage functionality |
| Front Shoulder Room | Not confirmed | 1451 mm |
| Rear Shoulder Room | Not confirmed | 1422 mm |
| Heated Front Seats | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Third Row Seats | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Boot Space Seats Down | Not confirmed | 651 |
| Driver Lumbar Support | Not confirmed | 2-way power driver lumbar |
| Rear Armrest | Not confirmed | Second-row centre armrest |
| Second Row Seat Configuration | Not confirmed | 40/20/40 split second row with manual slide, manual recline, single folding and armrest through to third row |
| Third Row Seat Configuration | Not confirmed | 50/50 split third row with manual reclining and dive-down folding |
| Third Row Seating Capacity | Not confirmed | 2 |
| Cup Holders | Not confirmed | 6 |
| Rear AC Vents | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | Not confirmed | 8-way power driver seat with 2-way power lumbar |
| Adjustable Front Seat | Not confirmed | Manual slide and reclining passenger seat |
| Armrest Front | Not confirmed | Centre armrest |
| Armrest Rear | Not confirmed | Rear centre armrest |
| Cooled Seats | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Driver Seat | Not confirmed | 8-way power driver seat with 2-way power lumbar |
| Interior Trim Colour | Not confirmed | Black |
| Leather Seats | Not confirmed | Leather-accented / synthetic leather |
| Door Map Pockets | Not confirmed | Front seat back pockets |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | Not confirmed | Power reclining |
| Seat Belt Warning | Not confirmed | Driver, passenger and rear seat belt reminder |
| Seat Fold Type | Not confirmed | 40/20/40 split second row and 50/50 dive-down third row |
| Rear USB Ports | Not confirmed | 2 |
| Memory Seats | Not confirmed | - |
| Front Headrest | Not confirmed | - |
| Rear Headrest | Not confirmed | - |
| Spec | C-HR | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic | Dual-zone automatic temperature control |
| Power Windows | All Doors | Front and rear power windows |
| Keyless Entry | Smart Key | Smart keyless entry with hands-free walk-away lock and approach unlock |
| Push Button Start | Standard | Standard |
| Wireless Charging | Standard | Standard |
| Sunroof | Panoramic | Not Available |
| Electric Tailgate | Not Available | Not Available |
| Automatic Headlamps | Standard | Standard |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Standard | Standard |
| AC Type | Dual-zone Automatic | Dual-zone automatic temperature control |
| Engine Start Stop | Standard | Standard |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Standard | Standard |
| Push Button Start | Standard | Standard |
| Spare Wheel | Space Saver | Temporary spare wheel |
| Air Conditioning | Dual-zone Automatic | Dual-zone automatic temperature control |
| Rim Size | 18-inch GR Sport Alloy | 19 |
| Sound System | 8 | 6 |
| Unlocking | Smart Key | Smart keyless entry with hands-free walk-away lock and approach unlock |
| Wireless Charger | Standard | Standard |
| Adaptive Dampers | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Battery Preconditioning | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Bed Extender | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Canopy Fitment | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Digital Speedometer | Not confirmed | 12.3-inch |
| Heads Up Display | Not confirmed | 10.8-inch head-up display |
| Intelligent Battery System | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | Not confirmed | Standard |
| 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 Rope Hooks | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| One Pedal Driving | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Performance Data Logger | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Propilot | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Rear Electric Motor | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Remote Central Locking | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Rev Matching | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Seat Type | Not confirmed | Quilted premium leather |
| Skid Plates | Not confirmed | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Source Model Column | Not confirmed | x-trail |
| Sport Plus Mode | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Sports Bar | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| 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 |
| Trailer Stability Assist | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Trailer Sway Control | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Trim Level | Not confirmed | top |
| Variant Role | Not confirmed | Off-road or adventure derivative |
| 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 |
| Load Bed Length | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Length Mm | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Width Mm | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | Not confirmed | 1298 l |
| Automatic High Beam | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | Not confirmed | Auto dimming mirror |
| Electric Mirror Folding | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | Not confirmed | Power adjustable, folding and heated mirrors |
| Heated Mirrors | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Power Mirrors | Not confirmed | Power adjustable, folding and heated mirrors |
| Rear Defogger | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Rear Privacy Windows | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Drag Coefficient | Not confirmed | 0.33 |
| Roof Load | Not confirmed | 100 kg |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | Not confirmed | 1298 l |
| Rear Air Conditioning | Not confirmed | Second-row air vents |
| Rear Window Defroster | Not confirmed | Standard |
| 12V Accessory Socket | Not confirmed | 12V outlet in instrument panel and cargo area |
| Tail Lamps | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Vdc | Not confirmed | Standard |
| TPMS | Standard | Standard |
| Speed Limiter | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Driver Alertness | Not confirmed | Intelligent Driver Alert |
| Tie Down Hooks | Not confirmed | 4 cargo tie-down hooks |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | Not confirmed | Auto dimming mirror |
| Bottle Holders | Not confirmed | Front 2 / second row 2 / third row 2 cupholders |
| Centre Console | Not confirmed | Butterfly opening centre console |
| Climate Zones | Not confirmed | 2 |
| Common Rail Injection | Not confirmed | Direct injection |
| Diff Lock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Difflock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Driver Display | Not confirmed | Full TFT meter with speed, tachometer and gauges |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | Not confirmed | Power adjustable, folding and heated exterior mirrors |
| Front Armrest | Not confirmed | Butterfly opening centre console |
| Front Diff Lock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Front Power Outlet | Not confirmed | 12V instrument panel outlet |
| Front Wiper | Not confirmed | Variable intermittent, speed-sensitive wipers |
| Front Wipers Type | Not confirmed | Washer nozzle with variable intermittent, speed-sensitive wipers |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | Not confirmed | 7.8 |
| Fuel Lid Opener | Not confirmed | Capless fuel filler door |
| Hill Start Assist | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Manual Aircon | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Mirror | Not confirmed | Electric folding heated mirrors |
| Multi Function Steering | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Passive Entry Start | Not confirmed | Smart keyless entry with push-button start |
| Power Socket 12v | Not confirmed | Instrument panel and cargo area 12V outlets |
| Rear Diff Lock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | Not confirmed | LED tail lights |
| Rear Seat Split | Not confirmed | 40/20/40 second row and 50/50 third row |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | Not confirmed | Auto dimming mirror |
| Remote Side Mirror | Not confirmed | Power adjustable, folding and heated exterior mirrors |
| Ride Mode Selection | Not confirmed | Eco / Normal / Sport |
| Sonar | Not confirmed | Parking distance sensors |
| Speed Alert System | Not confirmed | Speed limiter |
| Stabilizer Bar | Not confirmed | Front and rear stabiliser bars |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Steering Column Adjustment | Not confirmed | Tilt and telescopic |
| Steering Mounted Controls | Not confirmed | Meter, audio, telephone, voice, cruise and limiter controls |
| Tachometer | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Telescopic Steering | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Tilt Steering | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Trip Computer | Not confirmed | Full TFT meter with gauges |
| Tyre Repair Kit | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Vanity Mirror | Not confirmed | Illuminated vanity mirrors |
| Vanity Mirror Illuminated | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Voice Command | Not confirmed | Voice recognition |
| Voice Command Support | Not confirmed | Voice recognition |
| Accelerator 0 100 | Not confirmed | 10.4 sec |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | Not confirmed | Silver roof rails / 100 kg maximum roof load |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | Not confirmed | - |
| Engine Check Warning | Not confirmed | - |
| Steering Response | Not confirmed | - |
| Side Steps | Not confirmed | - |
| Glovebox Cooling | Not confirmed | - |
| Headrest Adjustable | Not confirmed | - |
| Rear Reading Lamps | Not confirmed | - |
| Remote Engine Start | Not confirmed | - |
| Remote Start | Not confirmed | - |
| Door Ajar Warning | Not confirmed | - |
| Boot Opener | Not confirmed | - |
| Headlamp Height Adjust | Not confirmed | - |
| Headlamp Washer | Not confirmed | - |
| Roof Antenna | Not confirmed | - |
| Rear Wing | Not confirmed | - |
| Aero Kit | Not confirmed | - |
| Chrome Grille | Not confirmed | - |
| Chrome Exterior Highlights | Not confirmed | - |
| Powered Tailgate | Not confirmed | - |
| Service Reminder | Not confirmed | - |
| Glove Box | Not confirmed | - |
| Lift Gate | Not confirmed | - |
| Sub Frame | Not confirmed | - |
| Reading Lights Rear | Not confirmed | - |
| Side Impact Bars | Not confirmed | - |
| Engine Warranty | Not confirmed | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| Power Sliding Doors | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Intercooler | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Impact Sensing Door Unlock | Not confirmed | - |
| Spec | C-HR | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | 9-inch Touchscreen | 12.3-inch NissanConnect display with navigation |
| Apple CarPlay | Standard | Standard |
| Android Auto | Standard | Standard |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Standard | Standard |
| Number of Speakers | 8 | 6 |
| Navigation System | Standard | Satellite navigation |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | Standard | 12.3-inch full TFT digital meter |
| USB Ports | 2 | 4 |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Standard | Standard |
| Wireless Android Auto | Standard | Standard |
| Audio Speakers | 8 | 6 |
| Infotainment Screen | 10.1 | 12.3-inch touchscreen display |
| Touchscreen | 10.1 | 12.3-inch touchscreen display |
| Audio System | Not confirmed | 6 speaker audio system |
| Connected Services | Not confirmed | NissanConnect smartphone integration |
| Display Audio | Not confirmed | 12.3-inch |
| Head Up Display | Not confirmed | 10.8 inch Head-Up Display |
| Infotainment Display | Not confirmed | 12.3-inch |
| Multi Information Display | Not confirmed | 12.3-inch |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 10.1 | 12.3-inch touchscreen display |
| Voice Recognition | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Radio | Not confirmed | AM/FM radio and DAB+ digital radio |
| FM Radio | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Rear Usb | Not confirmed | 2 |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | Not confirmed | Front USB-A/USB-C and second-row USB-A/USB-C |
| Audio | Not confirmed | AM/FM, DAB+, Bluetooth audio streaming |
| Audio Controls On Steering | Not confirmed | Meter, audio, telephone, voice, cruise and limiter controls |
| Smartphone Connectivity | Not confirmed | Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Not confirmed | Meter, audio, telephone, voice, cruise and limiter controls |
| Voice Control | Not confirmed | Voice recognition |
| AUX Input | Not confirmed | - |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | Not confirmed | - |
| Premium Audio | Not confirmed | Bose sound system with 10 speakers |
| Spec | C-HR | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | LED Matrix | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lamps | LED | Standard |
| Fog Lamps | LED | Standard |
| Roof Rails | Not Available | Silver roof rails |
| Alloy Wheel Design | 18-inch GR Sport Alloy | 19-inch alloy wheels |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | Not Available | - |
| Rear Spoiler | GR Sport Spoiler | - |
| Exterior Colour Options | Multiple manufacturer colours | Two-tone colours available on Acenta Plus, plus monotone palette |
| DRL | LED | Standard |
| Led Headlights | LED Matrix | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lights | LED | Standard |
| Front Fog Lamps | LED | Standard |
| Headlamps | LED Matrix | Standard |
| Headlight Type | LED Matrix | Standard |
| Headlights | LED Matrix | Standard |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Yes | Not Available |
| Active Exhaust | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Body Type | Not confirmed | SUV |
| Exterior Colour Options | Not confirmed | 5 |
| Load Bed Liner | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Front Overhang | Not confirmed | 935 mm |
| Front Overhang Mm | Not confirmed | 935 mm |
| Rear Overhang | Not confirmed | 1040 mm |
| Rear Overhang Mm | Not confirmed | 1040 mm |
| Front Fog Lights | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | Not confirmed | Power adjustable, folding and heated mirrors |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Exterior Mirror Heated | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Fog Lights | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Led Taillights | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Door Handle Finish | Not confirmed | Body colour |
| Body Cladding | Not confirmed | Black side moulding |
| Auto Headlights | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Automatic Headlamps | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | Not confirmed | Body colour |
| Wing Mirror Type | Not confirmed | Electric folding heated mirrors |
| Rear Wiper | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Roof Type | Not confirmed | Two-tone body colour |
| Rear Fog Lights | Not confirmed | - |
| Headlamp Levelling | Not confirmed | - |
| Rear Spoiler | Not confirmed | - |
| Spec | C-HR | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Mud / Snow / Sand |
| Locking Differential | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 4WD System Type | Not Applicable | Intelligent 4x4 |
| Breakover Angle | 20 deg | Not Available |
| Ground Clearance Max | 160 mm | 210 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | 160 mm | 210 mm |
| Energy Recovery Display | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Standard |
| Off Road Traction Assist | Not confirmed | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Terrain Mode Mud | Not confirmed | Mud |
| Terrain Mode Sand | Not confirmed | Sand |
| Terrain Mode Snow | Not confirmed | Snow |
| Underbody Protection | Not confirmed | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Off Road Descent Control | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Crawl Control | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear Skid Plate Guard | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Recovery Hooks | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Fuel Tank | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Transfer Case | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Terrain Response System | Not confirmed | Mud / Snow / Sand terrain modes |
| Underbody Camera | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Normal | Not confirmed | Eco / Normal / Sport drive modes |
| Terrain Mode Rock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Approach Angle Deg | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Departure Angle Deg | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Ramp-over Angle | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Spec | C-HR | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 225/50 R18 | 235/55 R19 |
| Wheel Type | 18-inch GR Sport Alloy | 19-inch alloy wheels |
| Front Brake Type | Ventilated Disc | Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc | Disc |
| Spare Wheel Type | Space Saver | Temporary spare wheel |
| Wheel Rim Size | 18-inch GR Sport Alloy | 19 |
| Brake Type Front | Ventilated Disc | Disc |
| Brake Type Rear | Disc | Disc |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Temporary spare wheel |
| Wheel Diameter | 18-inch GR Sport Alloy | 19 |
| Handbrake Type | Yes | Electric parking brake with auto hold |
| Wheels | 18-inch GR Sport Alloy | 19-inch alloy wheels |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Wheel Material | 18-inch GR Sport Alloy | 19-inch alloy wheels |
| Towing Unbraked Kg | Not confirmed | 750 kg |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Brakes | Not confirmed | Front and rear disc brakes |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Standard | Standard |
| Electric Park Brake | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Parking Brake Type | Not confirmed | Electric parking brake with auto hold |
| Auto Brake Hold | Not confirmed | Electronic parking brake with auto hold |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Front Tyre Width | Not confirmed | 235 mm |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | Not confirmed | Brake Assist System |
| Leather Steering Wheel | Not confirmed | Leather-accented |
| Rear Tyre Width | Not confirmed | 235 mm |
| 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-accented |
| Tyre Pressure Display | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Wheel Size Type | Not confirmed | 235/55 R19 |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | Not confirmed | - |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | Not confirmed | - |
| Tyre Load Index | Not confirmed | - |
| Tyre Speed Rating | Not confirmed | - |
| Cornering Brake Control | Not confirmed | - |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | Not confirmed | Temporary steel spare wheel |
| Tyre Type | Not confirmed | Radial |
| Spec | C-HR | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Independent front strut |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbone | Independent multi-link rear suspension |
| Chassis Type | Monocoque | - |
| Power Steering | Electric | Dual pinion electric power steering |
| Steering Column | Tilt and Telescopic | Tilt and telescopic |
| Front Suspension Type | MacPherson Strut | Independent front strut |
| Rear Suspension Type | Double Wishbone | Independent multi-link rear suspension |
| MagneRide Damping | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Front Track Width | Not confirmed | 1585 mm |
| Rear Track Width | Not confirmed | 1590 mm |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Rear Axle Type | Not confirmed | Multi-link rear suspension |
| Suspension | Not confirmed | Independent front strut / multi-link rear |
| Front Spring Type | Not confirmed | - |
| Rear Spring Type | Not confirmed | - |
| Shock Absorber Type | Not confirmed | - |
| Shock Absorbers | Not confirmed | - |
| Chassis Material | Not confirmed | - |
| Spec | C-HR | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | Standard |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | Not confirmed | - |
| Spec | C-HR | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 105 g/km | 183 g/km |
| Hybrid System Type | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Particulate Filter | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | Not confirmed | Petrol |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | Not confirmed | 183 |
| Variable Valve Timing | Not confirmed | - |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | Not confirmed | - |
| Idle CO2 Output | Not confirmed | - |
| Green NCAP Rating | Not confirmed | - |
| Start Stop System | Not confirmed | - |
| Euro Emission Standard | Not confirmed | - |
| Noise Level | Not confirmed | - |
| Spec | C-HR | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Service Plan | Yes | Not Available |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | Not confirmed | 15 000 km |
| Service Interval | Not confirmed | 15 000 km |
| Service Intervals | Not confirmed | 15 000 km |
| Maintenance Plan | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Engine Oil Capacity | Not confirmed | - |
| Alternator | Not confirmed | - |
| First Service At | Not confirmed | - |
| Approx Service Cost | Not confirmed | - |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | Not confirmed | - |
| Battery Warranty | Not confirmed | - |
| Spec | C-HR | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Private and family | Seven-seat family SUV flagship grade |
| Price Zar | 499000 ZAR | 812900 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Historical listed price | Top 4WD seven-seat Xtronic CVT grade |
| Starting Price | 499000 | 812900 |
| Starting Price Zar | 499000 | 812900 |
In depth: how these cars differ
This C-HR and X-Trail 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 X-Trail 56.
Efficiency index: C-HR 78 vs X-Trail 50.
Safety-equipment index: C-HR 98 vs X-Trail 94.
Practicality index: C-HR 57 vs X-Trail 78.
Ownership-cover index: C-HR 43 vs X-Trail not separately scored.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.
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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.
Evidence-index readout
X-Trail leads by 3 points
C-HR and X-Trail are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Evidence leader
70
/100
Lead
3
points
Data
70%
source coverage
70
#1
Evidence leader
X-Trail
70% source coverage
2 strong categories
Best at
Safety 94
Check
Efficiency 50
Performance
56
Efficiency
50
Safety
94
Practicality
78
Leads by 3 points
67
#2
C-HR
91% source coverage
2 strong categories
Best at
Safety 98
Check
Ownership 43
Performance
53
Efficiency
78
Safety
98
Practicality
57
Ownership
43
Performance 24%
Safety 22%
Practicality 22%
Efficiency 17%
Ownership 15%
Category leaders
What moves the verdict
Performance
X-Trail +3
Efficiency
C-HR +28
Safety
C-HR +4
Practicality
X-Trail +21
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
X-Trail
Performance
56/100
Efficiency
50/100
Safety
94/100
Practicality
78/100
C-HR
Performance
53/100
Efficiency
78/100
Safety
98/100
Practicality
57/100
Ownership
43/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
Nissan X-Trail
leads the specification evidence index with 70 pts
vs 67 pts for C-HR
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, X-Trail 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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C-HR vs X-Trail questions
There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the models and available derivatives in South Africa 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.