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Spec
Curvv
MU-X
Model Introduced Year
2025
2013
Generation
First-generation South African-market Tata Curvv coupé SUV
Current generation MU-X built on Isuzu D-Max platform
Facelift History
Introduced with Tata Passenger Vehicles' South African return in 2025; no South African facelift has been announced
Latest updates improved styling and safety tech
Facelift Launched Since
2025
Original current-generation version
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
Coupé SUV
7-seat SUV
Model Year
2026
MY26
Production Status
Active
active
Segment
Mid-size coupé SUV
SUV
Vehicle Type
Passenger Car
SUV
Color Note
-
White, Black, Silver, Grey, Red
Dealer Stock Note
-
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Drivetrain Note
-
Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 3.0 DDi LSE 4x4 AT
Gross Combined Mass Kg
-
5900 kg
Tare Mass Kg
-
2080 kg
Spec
Curvv
MU-X
Length
4308 mm
4850 mm
Width
1810 mm
1870 mm
Height
1635 mm
1825 mm
Wheelbase
2560 mm
2855 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
208 mm
235 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
180 mm
220 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
44 l
80 l
Boot/Cargo Space
500 l
1119 l
Kerb Weight
1378 kg
2080 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
1788 kg
2800 kg
Payload Capacity
410 kg
659 kg
Towing Capacity
750 kg
3500 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
7 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
3 rows
Doors
5 doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
5.35 m
11.4 m
Front Headroom
1000 mm
1005 mm
Rear Headroom
910 mm
975 mm
Front Legroom
1060 mm
1060 mm
Rear Legroom
880 mm
900 mm
Spec
Curvv
MU-X
Engine
1.2-litre Turbocharged Petrol
3.0-litre 4JJ3 Turbocharged Diesel
Engine Code
Not Officially Disclosed
4JJ3
Fuel Type
Petrol
Diesel
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1199 cc
3000 cc
Cylinders
3
4
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Inline
Valves
Not Officially Disclosed
16
Valves per Cylinder
Not Officially Disclosed
4
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Not Officially Disclosed
Common-rail direct injection
Compression Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
16.3:1
Bore
Not Officially Disclosed
82.0 mm
Stroke
Not Officially Disclosed
94.6 mm
Maximum Power
88 kW @ 5500 rpm
110 kW @ 3600 rpm
Maximum Torque
170 Nm @ 1750-4000 rpm
350 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
4WD
Transmission
7-Speed DCT
6-Speed Automatic
Top Speed
160 km/h
210 km/h
0-100 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
8.2 sec
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
16.2 sec
Drive Modes
Eco, City, Sport
Eco, Comfort, Sport
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
No
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio
63.9 kW/tonne
52.9 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
123.4 Nm/tonne
168.3 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
Curvv
MU-X
Gearbox
7-Speed DCT
Automatic
Drivetrain Layout
Front-engine, front-wheel drive
4WD / AWD
LSD Available
No
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Standard
Standard
Final Drive Ratio
4.21
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
7
4
Transmission Type
Dual-clutch Automatic
6 Speed Automatic
Clutch Type
Wet dual-clutch
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
Standard
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Type
Electronic DCA selector
Automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
4WD / AWD
4WD Engagement
Not Applicable
Available
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
Available
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
Standard
Automatic Shift Paddles
Standard
Standard
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
DCT
Automatic
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
Axle Layout
4x2
4WD / AWD
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Standard
Transmission Speeds
7
4
Drive Mode Selector
-
4WD/off-road drive mode support
Gear Knob Trim
-
Leather / Piano Black
Gear Ratio 1st
-
3.600
Gear Ratio 2nd
-
2.090
Gear Ratio 3rd
-
1.488
Gear Ratio 4th
-
1.000
Gear Ratio 5th
-
0.687
Gear Ratio 6th
-
0.580
Gear Ratio Reverse
-
3.732
Transfer Case Guard
-
Standard
Spec
Curvv
MU-X
Claimed Mileage
16.39 km/l
13.2 km/l
City Mileage
11 km/l
10.7 km/l
Highway Mileage
14.29 km/l
15.4 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
44 l
80 l
Emission Standard
BS VI Phase 2
Not Applicable
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
No
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
16.39 km/l
13.2 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
44
80
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
Curvv
MU-X
Airbags
6
Standard
ABS
Standard
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Not Available
Not Available
Hill Descent Control
Standard
Standard
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Standard
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Not Available
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
iTPMS
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Standard
Standard
Front Parking Sensors
Standard
Standard
AEB
Not Available
Standard
BA
Not Available
Standard
Brake Override System
Not Available
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Standard
Standard
Driver Airbag
Standard
Standard
EBD
Standard
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Standard
Hill Hold
Standard
Standard
Passenger Airbag
Standard
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Standard
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Standard
Standard
Seatbelt Reminder
Standard
Standard
Side Airbags
Standard
Not Available
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
TCS
Not Available
Not Available
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Driver
ABS EBD
Standard
Standard
Alarm System
-
Standard
Side Impact Beams
-
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
-
Standard
Anti Theft Alarm
-
Standard
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
-
Standard
Driver Passenger Airbags
-
Standard
ESC With Traction Control
-
Standard
Far Side Airbag
-
Standard
Front Seat Side Airbags
-
Standard
Height Adjustable Seatbelts
-
Standard
Spec
Curvv
MU-X
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Not Available
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 & Rear
Rear View Camera
Standard
Standard
360 Degree Camera
Standard
Standard
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Available
Standard
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Standard
Auto Wipers
Standard
Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors
Standard
Front & Rear
Reverse Camera
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Not Available
Park Assist
Standard
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Standard
Standard
Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
Standard
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Standard
Auto Lights
-
Standard
EV Mode
-
Not Available
Driver Monitoring
-
Standard
Emergency Braking
-
Standard
Front Camera
-
Standard
Multi Collision Braking
-
Standard
Occupant Detection Sensor
-
Passengers
Parking Distance Sensors
-
Front & Rear
Parking Sensor
-
Front & Rear
Automatic High Beam
-
Standard
Pre-Collision System
-
Standard
Rear View Camera
-
Standard
Reverse Camera Type
-
Standard
Reversing Camera
-
Standard
Surround View Camera
Standard
Standard
Spec
Curvv
MU-X
Seat Material
Leatherette Seats
Partial Leather
Heated Seats
Not Available
Not Applicable
Ventilated Seats
Standard
Not Applicable
Ambient Lighting
Standard
Standard
Steering Wheel Material
Leather-wrapped
Not Applicable
60 40 Split Seat
Standard
Not Applicable
Driver Seat Adjustment
6 Way Powered Driver Seat
Driver Power 8-way & Passenger Power 4-way
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Manual slide, recline and height adjustment
Driver Power 8-way & Passenger Power 4-way
Seat Trim
Leatherette Seats
Partial Leather
Seat Adjustment
-
Driver Power 8-way & Passenger Power 4-way
Steering Type
-
Hydraulic
Steering Adjustment
-
Tilt & Telescopic
Rear Armrest
-
Standard with 2 cupholders
Front Shoulder Room
-
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
-
Not Applicable
Rear USB Ports
-
Standard
Instrument Cluster Type
-
Standard, 7-inch with decoration
Interior Colour Options
-
5
Adjustable Driver Seat
-
Driver Power 8-way & Passenger Power 4-way
Fabric Seats
-
Partial Leather
Armrest Rear
-
Standard with 2 cupholders
Driver Seat
-
Driver Power 8-way & Passenger Power 4-way
Front Seats Configuration
-
2 x Bucket Reclining
Heated Front Seats
-
Standard
Interior Courtesy Lamps
-
Standard
Leather Accented Seat Trim
-
Partial Leather
Interior Colours
-
5
Rear Seat Centre Armrest
-
Standard with 2 cupholders
Seat Belt Warning
-
Standard
Second Row Seat Configuration
-
Bench 60:40 Fold-Flat
Third Row Seat Configuration
-
Bench 50:50 Fold-Flat
Spec
Curvv
MU-X
Climate Control
Fully Automatic Temperature Control
Auto climate control with rear cabin cooling vents
Power Windows
All Doors
All with driver one touch, jam protection and timer
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Push Button Start
Standard
Not Available
Wireless Charging
Standard
Not Available
Sunroof
Voice Assisted Panoramic Sunroof with Moodlighting
Not Available
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Power with step sensor and control switch
Rain Sensing Wipers
Standard
Not Available
AC Type
Fully Automatic Temperature Control
Auto climate control with rear cabin cooling vents
Load Bed Length
-
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
-
Not Applicable
Automatic Headlamps
-
Standard
Auto Dimming Mirror
-
Auto Dimming
Boot Space Seats Folded
-
Not Applicable
12V Accessory Socket
-
2
Adaptive Dampers
-
Not Available
Auto Dimming Irvm
-
Auto Dimming
Climate Zones
-
Auto climate control with rear cabin cooling vents
Electric Folding Mirrors
-
All with driver one touch, jam protection and timer
Front Power Outlet
-
2
Fuel Consumption Combined
-
7.6
Hill Start Assist
-
Standard
Intercooler
-
Standard
Performance Data Logger
-
Not Available
Power Mirrors
-
All with driver one touch, jam protection and timer
Rear Wing
-
Standard
Rev Matching
-
Not Available
Seat Type
-
Partial Leather
Seatbelt Pre Tensioner
-
Standard
Side Steps
-
Standard / Very Dark Magnetite
Skid Plates
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Spare Wheel
Steel spare wheel, 215/65 R16
Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33
Steering Mounted Controls
-
Standard
Tail Lamps
-
Standard
Telescopic Steering
-
Tilt & Telescopic
Tilt Steering
-
Tilt & Telescopic
Air Conditioning
Fully Automatic Temperature Control
Auto climate control with rear cabin cooling vents
Automatic High Beam
-
Standard
B Pillar Blackout
-
Standard
Battery Preconditioning
-
Not Available
Bed Extender
-
Not Available
Canopy Fitment
-
Not Available
Digital Speedometer
-
Standard, 7-inch with decoration
Front Bumper Colour
-
Gloss Black / Body Colour
Front Final Drive Ratio
-
3.727
Front Reading Lamps
-
Standard
Front Wiper
-
Auto, Rain Sensing
Front Wipers Type
-
Auto, Rain Sensing
Intelligent Battery System
-
Standard
Intelligent Keyless Entry
-
Standard
Lift Gate
-
Power with step sensor and control switch
Load Bed Cover
-
Not Available
Load Bed Light
-
Not Available
Load Bed Steps
-
Not Available
Loadbox Depth Mm
-
Not Available
Loadbox Length Mm
-
Not Applicable
Loadbox Rope Hooks
-
Not Available
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
-
Not Available
Loadbox Width Mm
-
Not Applicable
Manual Aircon
-
Auto climate control with rear cabin cooling vents
Mirror
-
All with driver one touch, jam protection and timer
Mudflaps
-
Front & Rear
Oil Pan Guard
-
Standard
One Pedal Driving
-
Not Available
Passive Entry Start
-
Standard
Power Socket 12v
-
2
Powered Tailgate
-
Power with step sensor and control switch
Pre Air Cleaner
-
Standard
Reading Lights Front
-
Standard
Rear Bumper Colour
-
Body Colour / Gloss Black
Rear Electric Motor
-
Not Available
Rear Final Drive Ratio
-
3.727
Rear LED Combination Taillights
-
Standard
Rear Privacy Windows
-
Standard
Rearview Mirror Inside
-
Auto Dimming
Regenerative Braking Levels
-
Not Available
Remote Central Locking
-
Standard
Remote Start Engine
-
Standard
Rim Size
18-inch
Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33
Roof Rack Compatibility
-
Standard / Very Dark Magnetite
Side Impact Bars
-
Standard
Sonar
-
Front & Rear
Sound System
5
8
Source Model Column
-
3.0 LSE A/T 4x4
Sport Plus Mode
-
Not Available
Sports Bar
-
Not Available
Steering Column Adjustment
-
Tilt & Telescopic
Surround View Monitor
Standard
Standard
Tailgate Damper
-
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
-
Not Available
Tow Bar Type
-
Not Available
TPMS
iTPMS
Standard
Trailer Stability Assist
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Trailer Sway Control
-
Standard
Trim Level
-
flagship
Unlocking
Standard
Standard
Variant Role
-
Flagship / premium derivative
Vdc
-
Standard
Vehicle To Grid
-
Not Available
Vehicle To Load
-
Not Available
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
-
Standard
Walk Away Lock
-
Standard
Water Depth Protection Mm
-
800 mm
Spec
Curvv
MU-X
Infotainment System
10.25" Touchscreen Infotainment by HARMANTM
SYNC
Apple CarPlay
Wireless
Not Available
Android Auto
Wireless
Not Available
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Not Available
Number of Speakers
5
8
Digital Instrument Cluster
10.25" digital Instrument Cluster
Standard, 7-inch with decoration
USB Ports
Standard
Standard
Infotainment Screen
10.25-inch
SYNC
Touchscreen
10.25-inch
SYNC
FM Radio
-
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
-
Standard
Infotainment Screen Size
10.25-inch
SYNC
Audio Controls On Steering
-
Standard
Rear Usb
-
Standard
Audio
-
9-inch Touch Screen with RDS, MP3, Bluetooth Audio Streaming, integrated mobile handsfree, rear view camera, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Wi-Fi
Audio Input
-
USB, Auxiliary
Audio Speakers
5
8
Audio System
-
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
-
Standard
Multi Information Display
-
Standard, 7-inch with decoration
Connected Services
-
SYNC
Radio
-
9-inch Touch Screen with RDS, MP3, Bluetooth Audio Streaming, integrated mobile handsfree, rear view camera, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Wi-Fi
Spec
Curvv
MU-X
LED Headlamps
Standard
Bi-LED
Daytime Running Lamps
Connected LED DRLs
LED
Fog Lamps
Standard
Standard, LED
Roof Rails
Not Available
Standard / Very Dark Magnetite
Exterior Colour Options
Pristine White, Daytona Grey, Pure Grey, Gold Essence, Opera Blue, Nitro Crimson
5
Headlights
Standard
Bi-LED
Panoramic Sunroof
Standard
Not Available
Rear Spoiler
-
Standard
Rear Wiper
-
Auto, Rain Sensing
Door Handle Finish
-
Body Colour
Body Type
-
SUV
DRL
Connected LED DRLs
LED
Fog Lights
-
Standard, LED
Front Fog Lights
-
Standard, LED
Led Headlights
Standard
Bi-LED
Led Taillights
-
Standard
Auto Headlights
-
Standard
Automatic Headlamps
-
Standard
Daytime Running Lights
Connected LED DRLs
LED
Exterior Colour Options
-
5
Exterior Door Handle Colour
-
Body Colour
Exterior Mirror Electric
-
All with driver one touch, jam protection and timer
Front Fog Lamps
Standard
Standard, LED
Front Overhang Mm
-
895 mm
Headlamp Levelling
-
Automatic
Headlamps
Standard
Bi-LED
Headlight Type
Standard
Bi-LED
Load Bed Liner
-
Not Available
Active Exhaust
-
Not Available
Radiator Grille Colour
-
Dark Chrome
Rear Fog Lamps
-
LED
Rear Overhang Mm
-
1100 mm
Rear Spoiler
-
Standard
Spec
Curvv
MU-X
Approach Angle
25.4 deg
30.0 deg
Departure Angle
29.3 deg
26.0 deg
Wading Depth
450 mm
800 mm
Terrain Modes
Not Available
4WD/off-road drive mode support
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Four-wheel drive
Breakover Angle
25.8 deg
24.0 deg
Underbody Protection
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Hill Descent Control
Standard
Standard
Approach Angle Deg
-
30.0 deg
Breakover Angle Deg
-
24.0 deg
Departure Angle Deg
-
26.0 deg
Energy Recovery Display
-
Not Available
Engine Sump Guard
-
Standard
Ground Clearance Max
-
235 mm
Ground Clearance Min
-
235 mm
Off Road Descent Control
-
Standard
Off Road Traction Assist
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Skid Plate Guard
-
Standard
Terrain Mode Mud
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Terrain Mode Sand
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Terrain Mode Snow
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Wading Depth Mm
-
800 mm
Spec
Curvv
MU-X
Tyre Size
215/55 R18
265/60R18
Front Brake Type
Front Disc
Not Available
Rear Brake Type
Rear Drum
Not Available
Spare Wheel Type
Steel spare wheel, 215/65 R16
Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33
Wheel Rim Size
18-inch
Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33
Handbrake Type
Manual handbrake
Standard
Parking Brake Type
-
Standard
Spare Tyre
Steel spare wheel, 215/65 R16
Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33
Tyre Type
-
265/60R18
Wheel Diameter
18-inch
Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33
Auto Brake Hold
-
Standard
Autonomous Emergency Brake
-
Standard
Brake Override Accelerator
-
Standard
Cornering Brake Control
-
Standard
Electric Park Brake
-
Standard
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
-
Standard
Fifth Wheel Prep
-
Not Available
Hydraulic Brake Assist
-
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel Controls
-
Standard
Multi Collision Brake
-
Standard
Spare Wheel Size Type
-
Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
-
Standard
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
-
Standard
Steering Wheel Phone Controls
-
Standard
Towing Unbraked Kg
-
750 kg
Tyre Pressure Display
-
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
iTPMS
Standard
Wheel Size Type
-
Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33
Spec
Curvv
MU-X
Front Suspension
Independent, Lower Wishbone, McPherson Strut with Coil Spring & Anti Roll Bar
Independent High-ride Coil
Rear Suspension
Semi Independent Twist Blade with Panhard Rod & Coil Spring
Multi-link Coil
Front Track Width
-
Not Applicable
Rear Track Width
-
Not Applicable
Power Steering
-
Hydraulic
Steering Column
-
Tilt & Telescopic
Front Spring Type
-
Independent High-ride Coil
Rear Spring Type
-
Multi-link Coil
Shock Absorber Type
-
Gas
Front Suspension Type
Independent, Lower Wishbone, McPherson Strut with Coil Spring & Anti Roll Bar
Independent High-ride Coil
Gross Axle Mass Front Kg
-
1450 kg
Gross Axle Mass Rear Kg
-
1650 kg
High Ride Suspension
-
Standard
MagneRide Damping
-
Not Available
Rear Axle Type
-
Multi-link Coil
Rear Suspension Type
Semi Independent Twist Blade with Panhard Rod & Coil Spring
Multi-link Coil
Shock Absorbers
-
Gas
Suspension
-
Independent High-ride Coil
Track Front Rear Mm
-
1570 / 1570
Spec
Curvv
MU-X
CO2 Emissions
145 g/km
200 g/km
Hybrid System Type
-
Not Available
Fuel Octane Requirement
-
Diesel
Idle CO2 Output
-
200
CO2 Emissions G Km
-
200
Spec
Curvv
MU-X
Service Plan
3 years / 45,000 km
5 years / 90 000 km
Service Interval
-
12 months / 15 000 km
Maintenance Plan
-
5 years / 90 000 km
Engine Oil Change Interval
-
12 months / 15 000 km
Service Plan Duration
3 years / 45,000 km
5 years / 90 000 km
Service Plan Distance
3 years / 45,000 km
5 years / 90 000 km
Alternator
-
120A
Service Intervals
-
12 months / 15 000 km
Spec
Curvv
MU-X
Ownership Role
New passenger vehicle
Flagship
Price Zar
449900 ZAR
973800 ZAR
Pricing Role
Recommended retail price
Current listed price
Starting Price
449900
973800
Starting Price Zar
449900
973800
Spec
Curvv
MU-X
Warranty
5 years / 125,000 km
5 years / 120 000 km
Warranty Years
5 years / 125,000 km
5 years / 120 000 km
Warranty Kilometers
5 years / 125,000 km
5 years / 120 000 km
Roadside Assistance
-
5 years / 120 000 km
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
-
5 years / unlimited km
Basic Warranty
5 years / 125,000 km
5 years / 120 000 km
Roadside Assistance
-
5 years / 120 000 km
Warranty Roadside Assistance
-
5 years / 120 000 km
In depth: how these cars differ
This Curvv and MU-X 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: Curvv 39 vs MU-X 63.
Efficiency index: Curvv 63 vs MU-X 52.
Safety-equipment index: Curvv 86 vs MU-X 93.
Practicality index: Curvv 61 vs MU-X 93.
Ownership-cover index: Curvv not separately scored vs MU-X not separately scored.
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Evidence / 100
Evidence-index readout
MU-X leads by 14 points
MU-X has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Curvv remains close.
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
MU-X
Performance
63/100
Efficiency
52/100
Safety
93/100
Practicality
93/100
Curvv
Performance
39/100
Efficiency
63/100
Safety
86/100
Practicality
61/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexIsuzu MU-X
leads the specification evidence index with 76 pts
vs 62 pts for Curvv
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, MU-X leads. However, Curvv may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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