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C5-X
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Puma
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Spec
C5-X
Puma
Model Introduced Year
2025
2023
Generation
Current South Africa C5-X range
First generation Puma in South Africa
Facelift History
Current South Africa version listed by official source
New model introduced in South Africa
Facelift Launched Since
2025
2021
Facelift Version Ending
Current
2024
Body Style
SUV
SUV
Model Year
2026
2021
Production Status
active
discontinued
Segment
SUV
SUV
Tare Mass Kg
1434 kg
1325 kg
Vehicle Type
SUV
SUV
Spec
C5-X
Puma
Length
4400 mm
4186 mm
Width
1830 mm
1805 mm
Height
1590 mm
1531 mm
Wheelbase
2630 mm
2594 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
169 mm
170 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
169 mm
125 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
51 l
42 l
Boot/Cargo Space
442 l
456 l
Kerb Weight
1434 kg
1325 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
1875 kg
1775 kg
Payload Capacity
441 kg
450 kg
Towing Capacity
750 kg
1200 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
2 rows
Doors
5 doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
5.5 m
5.4 m
Front Headroom
950 mm
981 mm
Rear Headroom
940 mm
947 mm
Front Legroom
1060 mm
1047 mm
Rear Legroom
650 mm
898 mm
Spec
C5-X
Puma
Front Track Width
Not Available
1541 mm
Rear Track Width
Not Available
1534 mm
Front Suspension
MacPherson strut
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-link
Torsion Beam
Chassis Type
-
Monocoque
Power Steering
-
Electric
Steering Column
-
Tilt and Telescopic
Front Suspension Type
MacPherson strut
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension Type
Multi-link
Torsion Beam
Spec
C5-X
Puma
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Climate Control
Manual / automatic by trim
Automatic AC
Power Windows
Standard
All Doors
Keyless Entry
Standard
Smart Entry
Push Button Start
Standard
Standard
Wireless Charging
Not Available
Standard
Sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Not Available
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Standard
Boot Space Seats Folded
1149 l
Not confirmed
AC Type
Manual / automatic by trim
Automatic AC
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Automatic Headlamps
-
Standard
Auto Dimming Mirror
-
Standard
Engine Start Stop
Standard
Standard
Engine Start Stop Button
Standard
Standard
Push Button Start
Standard
Standard
Spare Wheel
Space-saver
Tyre Repair Kit
Air Conditioning
Manual / automatic by trim
Automatic AC
Rim Size
215/60 R17
19-inch Sport Alloy
Sound System
4-6
6
Unlocking
Standard
Smart Entry
Wireless Charger
Not Available
Standard
Spec
C5-X
Puma
Engine
1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol
1-litre Turbocharged Petrol
Engine Code
SQRE4T15C
Market-specific engine family
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1500 cc
999 cc
Cylinders
4
3
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Inline
Valves
16
4
Valves per Cylinder
4
4
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Petrol injection
Direct Injection
Compression Ratio
9.5:1
10.5:1
Bore
77.0 mm
82.0 mm
Stroke
80.5 mm
94.6 mm
Maximum Power
115 kW @ 5500 rpm
92 kW @ 6000 rpm
Maximum Torque
230 Nm
170 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
7-Speed DCT
Top Speed
180 km/h
185 km/h
0-100 km/h
9.0 sec
10.5 sec
Quarter Mile
16.7 sec
15.5 sec
Drive Modes
Eco, Normal, Sport
Eco, Comfort, Sport
Launch Control
No
No
Rev Limiter
6500 rpm
6500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio
80.2 kW/tonne
69.4 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
160.4 Nm/tonne
128.3 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
Puma
Gearbox
6-Speed DCT
7-Speed Automatic DCT
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
Standard
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
Yes
Number of Gears
6
6
Transmission Type
Automatic
7-Speed Automatic DCT
Clutch Type
Dual-clutch
Yes
Gear Shift Indicator
Standard
Yes
Gear Shift Type
Electric
Yes
Drivetrain
FWD
FWD
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
Yes
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
DCT
7-Speed Automatic DCT
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
FWD
FWD
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
6
6
Engine Position
-
Front Transverse
Spec
C5-X
Puma
Claimed Mileage
14.5 km/l
16.4 km/l
City Mileage
11.7 km/l
12 km/l
Highway Mileage
17.1 km/l
18 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
51 l
42 l
Emission Standard
Euro VIb
Euro 6
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Not Available
Standard
Real-world Mileage
14.5 km/l
16.4 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
51
42
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
Puma
Airbags
Multiple airbags
8
ABS
Standard
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Standard
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
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Standard
Yes
Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
Yes
AEB
Not Available
Standard
BA
Standard
Yes
Brake Override System
Standard
Yes
Curtain Airbags
Standard
Yes
Driver Airbag
Standard
Yes
EBD
Standard
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Yes
Hill Hold
Standard
Standard
Passenger Airbag
Standard
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Standard
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Standard
Yes
Seatbelt Reminder
Standard
Yes
Side Airbags
Standard
Yes
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
TCS
Standard
Standard
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Yes
ABS EBD
Standard
Standard
Alarm System
-
Standard
Central Locking
-
Standard
Side Impact Beams
-
Standard
Spec
C5-X
Puma
Cruise Control
Standard
Adaptive
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Standard
Parking Sensors
Standard
Front and Rear
Rear View Camera
Standard
Standard
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Available
Standard
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Standard
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Standard
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Yes
Auto Wipers
Not Available
Standard
Rear Parking Sensors
Standard
Yes
Reverse Camera
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Park Assist
Not Available
Yes
Around View Monitor
Not Available
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
Standard
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Yes
Spec
C5-X
Puma
Seat Material
Fabric or cloth trim
Sport Partial Leather
Heated Seats
Not Available
Front
Ventilated Seats
Not Available
Not Applicable
Ambient Lighting
Not Available
Ambient Sport Lighting
Front Shoulder Room
Not Available
Not confirmed
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Available
Not confirmed
Steering Wheel Material
Polyurethane / synthetic
Yes
60 40 Split Seat
Standard
Yes
Driver Seat Adjustment
Manual
Manual multi-way
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Manual
Manual multi-way
Seat Trim
Fabric
Yes
Seat Adjustment
-
Electric 6-Way
Steering Type
-
Electric
Steering Adjustment
-
Tilt and Telescopic
Folding Rear Seats
-
60/40 Split
Front Armrest
-
Standard
Rear Armrest
-
Standard
Spec
C5-X
Puma
Infotainment System
Touchscreen infotainment
12-inch SYNC 4 Touchscreen
Apple CarPlay
Standard
Wireless
Android Auto
Standard
Wireless
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Standard
Number of Speakers
4-6
6
Digital Instrument Cluster
Standard
12-inch Full Digital
USB Ports
Front and rear USB where listed
3
Infotainment Screen
10.25-inch or larger by trim
10.1
Touchscreen
10.25-inch or larger by trim
10.1
Navigation System
-
Standard
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Standard
Wireless
Wireless Android Auto
Standard
Wireless
Audio Speakers
4-6
6
Spec
C5-X
Puma
LED Headlamps
Not Available
Full LED
Daytime Running Lamps
Standard
LED
Fog Lamps
Not Available
LED
Roof Rails
Standard
Standard
Exterior Colour Options
Khaki white, carbon crystal black, moonlight silver, grey and other official Omoda market colours where listed.
Multiple manufacturer colours
Headlights
Not Available
Full LED
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
Yes
Alloy Wheel Design
-
19-inch Sport Alloy
Chrome Exterior Finish
-
Not Available
Body Cladding
-
Standard
Rear Spoiler
-
Sport Rear Spoiler
DRL
Standard
LED
Led Headlights
Not Available
Full LED
Daytime Running Lights
Standard
LED
Front Fog Lamps
Not Available
LED
Headlamps
Not Available
Full LED
Headlight Type
Not Available
Full LED
Spec
C5-X
Puma
Approach Angle
Not Available
25 deg
Departure Angle
Not Available
23 deg
Wading Depth
Not Available
500 mm
Terrain Modes
Not Applicable
Normal; Eco; Sport; Off-road
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Breakover Angle
Not Available
20 deg
Ground Clearance Max
169 mm
170 mm
Ground Clearance Min
169 mm
170 mm
Spec
C5-X
Puma
Tyre Size
215/60 R17
225/40 R19
Front Brake Type
Ventilated Disc
Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Solid Disc
Spare Wheel Type
Space-saver
Tyre Repair Kit
Wheel Rim Size
215/60 R17
19-inch Sport Alloy
Handbrake Type
Electronic parking brake
Yes
Wheel Type
-
19-inch Sport Alloy
Brake Type Front
-
Ventilated Disc
Brake Type Rear
-
Solid Disc
Spare Tyre
Space-saver
Tyre Repair Kit
Wheel Diameter
215/60 R17
19-inch Sport Alloy
Wheels
-
19-inch Sport Alloy
Spec
C5-X
Puma
CO2 Emissions
169 g/km
118 g/km
Fuel Octane Requirement
Petrol
Not confirmed
Start Stop System
-
Standard
Hybrid System Type
-
Mild Hybrid
Noise Level
-
67 dB
Spec
C5-X
Puma
Service Plan
2 Years / 25 000 km
Yes
Service Interval
-
15,000 km or 1 Year
Approx Service Cost
-
Approx R5,000
Battery Warranty
-
Not Applicable
Maintenance Plan
-
Optional
Service Intervals
-
15,000 km or 1 Year
Spec
C5-X
Puma
Ownership Role
entry-value
Private and family
Price Zar
374900 ZAR
459900 ZAR
Pricing Role
entry-value
Historical listed price
Starting Price
374900
459900
Starting Price Zar
374900
459900
Spec
C5-X
Puma
Warranty
5 Years / 150 000 km
3
Warranty Years
5 Years / 150 000 km
3
Warranty Kilometers
5 Years / 150 000 km
3
Roadside Assistance
-
3 Years
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
-
6 Years
Basic Warranty
5 Years / 150 000 km
3
Roadside Assistance
-
3 Years
Spec
C5-X
Puma
Real-world City Mileage Min
-
12 l/100km
Real-world City Mileage Max
-
15 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Min
-
15 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Max
-
18 l/100km
Owner Review Count
-
16
In depth: how these cars differ
This C5-X and Puma 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: C5-X 51 vs Puma 40.
Efficiency index: C5-X 56 vs Puma 64.
Safety-equipment index: C5-X 91 vs Puma 98.
Practicality index: C5-X 56 vs Puma 59.
Ownership-cover index: C5-X not separately scored vs Puma 43.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.
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A transparent comparison of published catalogue fields. This is not a road-test score, owner rating or editorial review rating, and it appears only when every vehicle clears the same comparable-data threshold.
Evidence / 100
Evidence-index readout
C5-X leads by 3 points
C5-X and Puma 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
Puma
Performance
40/100
Efficiency
64/100
Safety
98/100
Practicality
59/100
Ownership
43/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexOmoda C5-X
leads the specification evidence index with 64 pts
vs 61 pts for Puma
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, C5-X leads. However, Puma may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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