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C5-X
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
EXTER
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
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Spec
C5-X
EXTER
Model Introduced Year
2025
Current local generation year not confirmed
Generation
Current South Africa C5-X range
Current South African EXTER listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
Facelift History
Current South Africa version listed by official source
Model-year updates can affect trim, wheels, screens, safety equipment and colours. Use the latest South African price list when checking a specific vehicle.
Facelift Launched Since
2025
Original current-generation version
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
SUV
Compact SUV
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
active
published
Segment
SUV
SUV
Tare Mass Kg
1434 kg
999 kg
Vehicle Type
SUV
SUV
Color Note
-
Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering.
Dealer Stock Note
-
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Spec
C5-X
EXTER
Length
4400 mm
3815 mm
Width
1830 mm
1710 mm
Height
1590 mm
1631 mm
Wheelbase
2630 mm
2450 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
169 mm
185 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
169 mm
-
Fuel Tank Capacity
51 l
37 l
Boot/Cargo Space
442 l
391 l
Kerb Weight
1434 kg
999 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
1875 kg
-
Payload Capacity
441 kg
-
Towing Capacity
750 kg
-
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
-
Doors
5 doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
5.5 m
-
Front Headroom
950 mm
-
Rear Headroom
940 mm
-
Front Legroom
1060 mm
-
Rear Legroom
650 mm
-
Spec
C5-X
EXTER
Front Track Width
Not Available
Not Applicable
Rear Track Width
Not Available
Not Applicable
Front Suspension
MacPherson strut
Not Available
Rear Suspension
Multi-link
Not Available
MagneRide Damping
-
Not Available
Spec
C5-X
EXTER
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Climate Control
Manual / automatic by trim
Not Available
Power Windows
Standard
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Standard
Not Available
Push Button Start
Standard
Not Available
Wireless Charging
Not Available
Wireless
Sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Not Available
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Not Available
Boot Space Seats Folded
1149 l
Not Applicable
AC Type
Manual / automatic by trim
Not Available
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Automatic Headlamps
-
Halogen with automatic function
Adaptive Dampers
-
Not Available
Engine Warranty
-
4
Hill Start Assist
-
Standard
Performance Data Logger
-
Not Available
Rev Matching
-
Not Available
Seat Type
-
Cloth
Steering Mounted Controls
-
Multifunction
Battery Preconditioning
-
Not Available
Bed Extender
-
Not Available
Canopy Fitment
-
Not Available
Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Difflock
-
Not Available
Front Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Intelligent Battery System
-
Not Available
Load Bed Cover
-
Not Available
Load Bed Light
-
Not Available
Load Bed Steps
-
Not Available
Loadbox Depth Mm
-
Not Available
Loadbox Rope Hooks
-
Not Available
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
-
Not Available
One Pedal Driving
-
Not Available
Rear Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Rear Electric Motor
-
Not Available
Regenerative Braking Levels
-
Not Available
Source Model Column
-
exter
Sport Plus Mode
-
Not Available
Sports Bar
-
Not Available
Tailgate Damper
-
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
-
Not Available
Tow Bar Type
-
Not Available
Trim Level
-
flagship
Variant Role
-
Flagship / premium derivative
Vehicle To Grid
-
Not Available
Vehicle To Load
-
Not Available
Spec
C5-X
EXTER
Engine
1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol
Not Officially Disclosed
Engine Code
SQRE4T15C
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1500 cc
1197 cc
Cylinders
4
Not Officially Disclosed
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves
16
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves per Cylinder
4
Not Officially Disclosed
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel System
Petrol injection
Not Officially Disclosed
Compression Ratio
9.5:1
Not Officially Disclosed
Bore
77.0 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
80.5 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
115 kW @ 5500 rpm
5 kW
Maximum Torque
230 Nm
114 Nm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Drive Type
FWD
FWD
Transmission
6-Speed DCT
Not Officially Disclosed
Top Speed
180 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
0-100 km/h
9.0 sec
Not Officially Disclosed
Quarter Mile
16.7 sec
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Eco, Normal, Sport
Not Officially Disclosed
Launch Control
No
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
6500 rpm
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
80.2 kW/tonne
5 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
160.4 Nm/tonne
114.1 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Battery Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Electric Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
C5-X
EXTER
Gearbox
6-Speed DCT
AMT
Drivetrain Layout
FWD
Front-wheel drive
LSD Available
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Standard
Not Applicable
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
6
5
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automated Manual
Clutch Type
Dual-clutch
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
Standard
Yes
Gear Shift Type
Electric
AMT
Drivetrain
FWD
Front-wheel drive
4WD Engagement
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
Standard
Not Applicable
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
DCT
AMT
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
FWD
Front-wheel drive
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
6
5
Differential Type Front
-
Not Available
Differential Type Rear
-
Not Available
Transfer Case Guard
-
Not Available
Spec
C5-X
EXTER
Claimed Mileage
14.5 km/l
16.9 km/l
City Mileage
11.7 km/l
13.6 km/l
Highway Mileage
17.1 km/l
19.9 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
51 l
37 l
Emission Standard
Euro VIb
Not Applicable
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Not Available
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
14.5 km/l
16.9 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
51
37 l
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
Spec
C5-X
EXTER
Airbags
Multiple airbags
6
ABS
Standard
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Not Available
Traction Control
Standard
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Standard
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Standard
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Not Available
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Not Available
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Standard
Not Available
Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
Standard
AEB
Not Available
Not Available
BA
Standard
Not Available
Brake Override System
Standard
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Standard
Not Available
Driver Airbag
Standard
6
EBD
Standard
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Not Available
Hill Hold
Standard
Standard
Passenger Airbag
Standard
6
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Standard
Not Available
Seatbelt Reminder
Standard
Not Available
Side Airbags
Standard
Not Available
Stability Control
Standard
Not Available
TCS
Standard
Standard
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Not Available
ABS EBD
Standard
Standard
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
-
6
Driver Passenger Airbags
-
6
Spec
C5-X
EXTER
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Standard
Front and rear
Rear View Camera
Standard
Not Available
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Available
Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Wipers
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors
Standard
Standard
Reverse Camera
Standard
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Not Available
Park Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Not Available
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Lights
-
Halogen with automatic function
EV Mode
-
Not Available
Spec
C5-X
EXTER
Seat Material
Fabric or cloth trim
Cloth
Heated Seats
Not Available
Not Applicable
Ventilated Seats
Not Available
Not Applicable
Ambient Lighting
Not Available
Not Applicable
Front Shoulder Room
Not Available
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Available
Not Applicable
Steering Wheel Material
Polyurethane / synthetic
Not Applicable
60 40 Split Seat
Standard
Not Applicable
Driver Seat Adjustment
Manual
Not Applicable
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Manual
Not Applicable
Seat Trim
Fabric
Cloth
Rear USB Ports
-
Standard
Instrument Cluster Type
-
Digital instrument cluster
Interior Colour Options
-
3
Fabric Seats
-
Cloth
Interior Courtesy Lamps
-
Cabin trim, seating material, screen layout and driver-assistance equipment vary by derivative. Compare the chosen EXTER grade before assuming a feature is included.
Leather Accented Seat Trim
-
Cloth
Interior Colours
-
3
Spec
C5-X
EXTER
Infotainment System
Touchscreen infotainment
SYNC
Apple CarPlay
Standard
Standard
Android Auto
Standard
Standard
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Standard
Number of Speakers
4-6
Not Available
Digital Instrument Cluster
Standard
Digital instrument cluster
USB Ports
Front and rear USB where listed
Standard
Infotainment Screen
10.25-inch or larger by trim
SYNC
Touchscreen
10.25-inch or larger by trim
SYNC
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Standard
Standard
Wireless Android Auto
Standard
Standard
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
-
Multifunction
Infotainment Screen Size
10.25-inch or larger by trim
SYNC
Audio Controls On Steering
-
Multifunction
Rear Usb
-
Standard
Front Rear USB Charge Ports
-
Standard
Multi Information Display
-
Digital display
Connected Services
-
Standard
Smartphone Connectivity
-
Standard
Spec
C5-X
EXTER
LED Headlamps
Not Available
Halogen with automatic function
Daytime Running Lamps
Standard
H-signature LED
Fog Lamps
Not Available
Not Available
Roof Rails
Standard
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
Khaki white, carbon crystal black, moonlight silver, grey and other official Omoda market colours where listed.
3
Headlights
Not Available
Halogen with automatic function
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Body Type
-
SUV
DRL
Standard
H-signature LED
Led Headlights
Not Available
Halogen with automatic function
Auto Headlights
-
Halogen with automatic function
Automatic Headlamps
-
Halogen with automatic function
Daytime Running Lights
Standard
H-signature LED
Exterior Colour Options
-
3
Headlamp Levelling
-
Halogen with automatic function
Headlamps
Not Available
Halogen with automatic function
Headlight Type
Not Available
Halogen with automatic function
Load Bed Liner
-
Not Available
Active Exhaust
-
Not Available
Spec
C5-X
EXTER
Approach Angle
Not Available
Not Available
Departure Angle
Not Available
Not Available
Wading Depth
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Modes
Not Applicable
Not Available
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Breakover Angle
Not Available
Not Available
Ground Clearance Max
169 mm
185 mm
Ground Clearance Min
169 mm
185 mm
Energy Recovery Display
-
Not Available
Front Skid Plate Guard
-
Not Available
Off Road Descent Control
-
Not Available
Off Road Traction Assist
-
Not Available
Crawl Control
-
Not Available
Rear Skid Plate Guard
-
Not Available
Skid Plates Fuel Tank
-
Not Available
Skid Plates Transfer Case
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Mud
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Normal
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Rock
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Sand
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Snow
-
Not Available
Terrain Response System
-
Not Available
Underbody Camera
-
Not Available
Spec
C5-X
EXTER
Tyre Size
215/60 R17
Not Available
Front Brake Type
Ventilated Disc
Not Available
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Not Available
Spare Wheel Type
Space-saver
Not Available
Wheel Rim Size
215/60 R17
Not Available
Handbrake Type
Electronic parking brake
Not Applicable
Fifth Wheel Prep
-
Not Available
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
-
Multifunction
Steering Wheel Phone Controls
-
Multifunction
Spec
C5-X
EXTER
CO2 Emissions
169 g/km
Not Applicable
Fuel Octane Requirement
Petrol
Petrol
Hybrid System Type
-
Not Available
Particulate Filter
-
Not Available
Spec
C5-X
EXTER
Service Plan
2 Years / 25 000 km
3 Years / 45000 km
Service Interval
-
15000 km / 12 months
Battery Warranty
-
4
Maintenance Plan
-
3 Years / 45000 km
Engine Oil Change Interval
-
15000 km / 12 months
First Service At
-
15000
Service Plan Duration
2 Years / 25 000 km
3 Years / 45000 km
Service Plan Distance
2 Years / 25 000 km
3 Years / 45000 km
Alternator
-
120A
Service Intervals
-
15000 km / 12 months
Accessory Battery Type
-
Lead-acid
Spec
C5-X
EXTER
Ownership Role
entry-value
Flagship
Price Zar
374900 ZAR
334900 ZAR
Pricing Role
entry-value
Current listed price
Starting Price
374900
334900
Starting Price Zar
374900
334900
Spec
C5-X
EXTER
Warranty
5 Years / 150 000 km
5
Warranty Years
5 Years / 150 000 km
5
Warranty Kilometers
5 Years / 150 000 km
5
Roadside Assistance
-
5 Years
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
-
5 Years
Basic Warranty
5 Years / 150 000 km
5
Roadside Assistance
-
5 Years
Warranty Roadside Assistance
-
5 Years
In depth: how these cars differ
This C5-X and EXTER 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: C5-X 51 vs EXTER 19.
Efficiency index: C5-X 56 vs EXTER 66.
Safety-equipment index: C5-X 91 vs EXTER 84.
Practicality index: C5-X 56 vs EXTER 65.
Ownership-cover index: C5-X not separately scored vs EXTER 65.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.
Specification Evidence Index
A transparent comparison of published catalogue fields. This is not a road-test score, owner rating or editorial review rating, and it appears only when every vehicle clears the same comparable-data threshold.
Evidence / 100
Evidence-index readout
C5-X leads by 6 points
C5-X and EXTER are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
C5-X
Performance
51/100
Efficiency
56/100
Safety
91/100
Practicality
56/100
EXTER
Performance
19/100
Efficiency
66/100
Safety
84/100
Practicality
65/100
Ownership
65/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexOmoda C5-X
leads the specification evidence index with 64 pts
vs 58 pts for EXTER
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, C5-X leads. However, EXTER may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
Related comparisons
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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.
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