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Key Specs Side by Side
The specs that matter most — highlighted where one car leads.
Spec
CX-3
Osprey
Maximum Power
115 kW @ 6000 rpm
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Maximum Torque
206 Nm @ 2800 rpm
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Engine Size
1998 cc
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Combined Fuel Economy
15.9 km/l
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Ground Clearance
155 mm
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Boot / Load Bay
230 l
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Airbags
6
6
Kerb Weight
1270 kg
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Seating Capacity
5 seats
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Warranty
5 Years/Unlimited km
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The Bottom Line
The verified specification tables are ready to compare, but Hagalu has withheld a ranked verdict because the selected vehicles do not yet meet the minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold.
Full Specs, Side by Side
Spec
CX-3
Osprey
Model Introduced Year
2015
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Generation
Current first-generation DK-series Mazda CX-3
Upcoming South African-market Tata Osprey compact SUV; Tata confirms Osprey as the local name for Nexon
Facelift History
The CX-3 has received successive equipment and design updates since its 2015 debut; Carbon and Individual now sit together at the top of the South African range.
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Facelift Launched Since
2015
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Facelift Version Ending
Current
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Body Style
SUV
SUV
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
Active
upcoming
Segment
Compact crossover
Compact SUV
Tare Mass Kg
1270 kg
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Vehicle Type
SUV
Passenger Car
Spec
CX-3
Osprey
Length
4275 mm
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Width
1765 mm
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Height
1542 mm
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Wheelbase
2570 mm
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Ground Clearance (Default)
155 mm
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Fuel Tank Capacity
48 l
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Boot/Cargo Space
230 l
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Kerb Weight
1270 kg
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Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
1735 kg
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Payload Capacity
465 kg
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Towing Capacity
850 kg
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Seating Capacity
5 seats
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Doors
5 doors
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Minimum Turning Radius
5.7 m
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Front Legroom
1058 mm
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Rear Legroom
888 mm
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Spec
CX-3
Osprey
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
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Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
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Climate Control
Automatic
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Power Windows
Front & Rear
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Keyless Entry
Smart
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Push Button Start
Standard
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Wireless Charging
Standard
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Sunroof
Standard
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Electric Tailgate
Not Available
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Rain Sensing Wipers
Standard
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Boot Space Seats Folded
1140 l
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AC Type
Automatic
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Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
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Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
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Spec
CX-3
Osprey
Engine
2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
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Engine Code
Not Officially Disclosed
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Fuel Type
Petrol
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Hybrid System
Not Applicable
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Engine Displacement
1998 cc
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Cylinders
4
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Cylinder Layout
Inline
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Valves
Not Officially Disclosed
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Valves per Cylinder
Not Officially Disclosed
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Aspiration
Naturally Aspirated
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Fuel System
Not Officially Disclosed
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Compression Ratio
13.0:1
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Bore
83.5 mm
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Stroke
91.2 mm
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Maximum Power
115 kW @ 6000 rpm
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Maximum Torque
206 Nm @ 2800 rpm
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Combined Power
Not Applicable
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Combined Torque
Not Applicable
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Motor Type
Not Applicable
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Number of Motors
Not Applicable
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Motor Location
Not Applicable
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Drive Type
FWD
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Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
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Top Speed
197 km/h
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0-100 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
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Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
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Drive Modes
Sport
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Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
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Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
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Power-to-Weight Ratio
90.6 kW/tonne
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Torque-to-Weight Ratio
162.2 Nm/tonne
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Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
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Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
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Battery Type
Not Applicable
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Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
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Electric Range
Not Applicable
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AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
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DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
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AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
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DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
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Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
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Spec
CX-3
Osprey
Gearbox
6-Speed Auto
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Drivetrain Layout
Front-engine, front-wheel drive
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Transfer Case
Not Applicable
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Differential Lock
Not Applicable
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Paddle Shifters
Standard
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Final Drive Ratio
4.325
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Number of Gears
6
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Transmission Type
Automatic
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Gear Shift Type
Automatic
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Drivetrain
FWD
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4WD Engagement
Not Applicable
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4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
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4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
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4WD Selector
Not Applicable
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Automatic Shift Paddles
Standard
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Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
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Gearbox Type
Automatic
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Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
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Low Range
Not Applicable
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Axle Layout
4x2
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Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
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Transmission Speeds
6
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Spec
CX-3
Osprey
Claimed Mileage
15.9 km/l
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City Mileage
12.8 km/l
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Highway Mileage
18.7 km/l
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Fuel Tank Capacity
48 l
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Emission Standard
Euro stage IV
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AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
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Auto Start Stop
Standard
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Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
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Charging Type
Not Applicable
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Fuel Tank Litres
48
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Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
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Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
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Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
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Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
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Spec
CX-3
Osprey
Airbags
6
6
ABS
Standard
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Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
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Hill Start Assist
Not Available
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ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
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Brake Assist
Standard
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Engine Immobiliser
Standard
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Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Front & Rear
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Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
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AEB
Not Available
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BA
Standard
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Curtain Airbags
Standard
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Driver Airbag
Standard
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EBD
Standard
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Engine Immobiliser
Standard
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Hill Hold
Not Available
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Passenger Airbag
Standard
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Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
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Seatbelt Pretensioners
Standard
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Seatbelt Reminder
Front & Rear
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Side Airbags
Standard
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Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Knee Airbag
Not Available
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ABS EBD
Standard
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Spec
CX-3
Osprey
Cruise Control
Standard
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Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
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Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
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Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
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Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
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Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
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Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
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Rear View Camera
Standard
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360 Degree Camera
Not Available
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Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Available
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Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
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Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
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Auto Highbeam
Not Available
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Auto Wipers
Standard
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Rear Parking Sensors
Not Available
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Reverse Camera
Standard
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Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
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Around View Monitor
Not Available
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Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
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Spec
CX-3
Osprey
Seat Material
Black Leather
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Heated Seats
Not Available
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Ventilated Seats
Not Available
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Ambient Lighting
Not Available
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Front Shoulder Room
1360 mm
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Rear Shoulder Room
1281 mm
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Steering Wheel Material
Standard
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60 40 Split Seat
(60:40)
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Driver Seat Adjustment
10-Way Power Adjustable (Driver)
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Passenger Seat Adjustment
10-Way Power Adjustable (Driver)
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Seat Trim
Black Leather
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Spec
CX-3
Osprey
Infotainment System
Standard
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Apple CarPlay
Wireless
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Android Auto
Standard
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Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
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Number of Speakers
7
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Digital Instrument Cluster
Not Available
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USB Ports
2
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Infotainment Screen
8-Inch
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Touchscreen
8-Inch
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Spec
CX-3
Osprey
LED Headlamps
Standard
Standard
Daytime Running Lamps
Standard
Sequential LED
Alloy Wheel Design
Black Metallic + Machining
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Exterior Colour Options
Aero Grey, Snowflake White Pearl, Jet Black, Machine Grey, Polymetal Grey, Platinum Quartz and Soul Red Crystal are listed, with Carbon availability limited to selected finishes.
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Headlights
Standard
Standard
Panoramic Sunroof
Standard
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Spec
CX-3
Osprey
Departure Angle
25.7 deg
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Terrain Modes
Sport
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Locking Differential
Not Applicable
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4WD System Type
Not Applicable
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Ground Clearance Max
155 mm
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Ground Clearance Min
155 mm
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Spec
CX-3
Osprey
Tyre Size
215/50R18
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Front Brake Type
Ventilated disc
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Rear Brake Type
Solid disc
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Spare Wheel Type
Temporary spare 185/60 R16
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Wheel Rim Size
18 X 7.0 J
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Handbrake Type
Electronic
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Spec
CX-3
Osprey
Front Suspension
Macpherson strut
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Rear Suspension
Torsion beam axle
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Spec
CX-3
Osprey
CO2 Emissions
146 g/km
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Spec
CX-3
Osprey
Service Plan
3 Years/Unlimited km
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Spec
CX-3
Osprey
Ownership Role
flagship equipment and comfort derivative
Upcoming South African passenger vehicle
Price Zar
551600 ZAR
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Pricing Role
flagship equipment and comfort derivative
Announced price not publicly listed
Starting Price
551600
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Starting Price Zar
551600
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Spec
CX-3
Osprey
Warranty
5 Years/Unlimited km
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Catalogue Score Withheld
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How to Read This Comparison
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In Depth — Breaking It All Down
This CX-3 and Osprey comparison keeps the exact South African derivatives, lifecycle states, available prices and verified specifications side by side.
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