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Decision summary
Mazda CX-5 vs RIDDARA RD6: the short answer
RD6 has a modest catalogue-index lead, while CX-5 remains close.
CX-5 starts ZAR 177,000 cheaperCX-5 from ZAR 570,500 · RD6 from ZAR 747,500
Five key differences
Exact selected derivatives
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Specification
CX-5
RD6
Maximum Power
CX-5121 kW @ 6000 rpm
RD6180 kW
Maximum Torque
CX-5213 Nm @ 4000 rpm
RD6309 Nm
Engine Size
CX-51998 cc
RD6Not Applicable
Combined Fuel Economy
CX-514.5 km/l
RD6Not Applicable
Ground Clearance
CX-5200 mm
RD6225 mm
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Independent editorial assessment
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Mazda CX-5
2.0 Carbon Edition Auto FWD
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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
CX-5
Strengths
Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower fuel efficiency
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:General Use
Specification evidence leader
RD6
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished EfficiencyPublished Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
CX-5
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
RD6
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
CX-5
RD6
Model Introduced Year
2017
2026
Generation
Second-generation KF-series Mazda CX-5, current outgoing South African range
First South African RIDDARA RD6 generation
Facelift History
The second generation arrived in 2017 and received a substantial update from 2021. An all-new replacement is scheduled to reach South Africa on 1 August 2026, while this current range remains on sale.
No separately marketed South African facelift announced as at August 2026
Facelift Launched Since
2017
Original current-generation version
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
SUV
Double-cab pickup
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
Active
active
Segment
Mid-size family SUV
Electric double-cab pickup
Tare Mass Kg
1575 kg
-
Vehicle Type
SUV
Battery-electric light commercial vehicle
Spec
CX-5
RD6
Length
4575 mm
5260 mm
Width
1845 mm
1900 mm
Height
1680 mm
1865 mm
Wheelbase
2700 mm
3120 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
200 mm
225 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
56 l
0 l
Boot/Cargo Space
438 l
1200 l
Kerb Weight
1575 kg
2005 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2065 kg
3120 kg
Payload Capacity
490 kg
1115 kg
Towing Capacity
1000 kg
2500 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Doors
5 doors
4 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
5.95 m
6.1 m
Front Legroom
1041 mm
912 mm
Rear Legroom
1007 mm
951 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Number of Rows
-
2 rows
Front Headroom
-
1033 mm
Rear Headroom
-
1028 mm
Spec
CX-5
RD6
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
-
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
-
Climate Control
Dual-zone climate control
Automatic
Power Windows
Front & Rear
One-touch down on all four windows; no anti-pinch
Keyless Entry
Smart
No
Push Button Start
Standard
Standard
Wireless Charging
Standard
No
Sunroof
Not Available
No
Electric Tailgate
Standard
Electric tailgate release
Rain Sensing Wipers
Standard
No
Boot Space Seats Folded
1340 l
-
AC Type
Dual-zone climate control
Automatic
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
-
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
-
Spec
CX-5
RD6
Engine
2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
Battery-electric powertrain
Engine Code
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Fuel Type
Petrol
Electric
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1998 cc
Not Applicable
Cylinders
4
Not Applicable
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Not Applicable
Valves
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Valves per Cylinder
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Aspiration
Naturally Aspirated
Not Applicable
Fuel System
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Compression Ratio
13.0:1
Not Applicable
Bore
83.5 mm
Not Applicable
Stroke
91.2 mm
Not Applicable
Maximum Power
121 kW @ 6000 rpm
180 kW
Maximum Torque
213 Nm @ 4000 rpm
309 Nm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Permanent Magnet Synchronous
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
1
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Rear
Drive Type
FWD
RWD
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
Top Speed
182 km/h
160 km/h
0-100 km/h
10.3 sec
8.0 sec
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Sport
Economy, Comfort, Sport
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Power-to-Weight Ratio
76.8 kW/tonne
Not Officially Disclosed
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
135.2 Nm/tonne
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
63 kWh
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Type
Not Applicable
LFP
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Electric Range
Not Applicable
373 km (NEDC)
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
6.6 kW
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
90 kW
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
10 h 0 min (0-100%)
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
32 min (30-80%)
Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
Yes
Spec
CX-5
RD6
Gearbox
6-Speed Auto
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
Drivetrain Layout
Front-engine, front-wheel drive
Rear motor, rear-wheel drive
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
No
Paddle Shifters
Standard
Not Applicable
Final Drive Ratio
4.624
Single fixed reduction ratio
Number of Gears
6
1
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Gear Shift Type
Automatic
Electronic selector
Drivetrain
FWD
RWD
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
No
Gearbox Type
Automatic
Single-speed reduction gear
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
4x2
4x2
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
No
Transmission Speeds
6
1
LSD Available
-
No
Clutch Type
-
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
-
Standard
Spec
CX-5
RD6
Claimed Mileage
14.5 km/l
Not Applicable
City Mileage
11.7 km/l
Not Applicable
Highway Mileage
17.1 km/l
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Capacity
56 l
Not Applicable
Emission Standard
Euro stage IV
Not Applicable
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Standard
Not Applicable
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Type 2 AC; CCS2 DC
Charging Type
Not Applicable
AC and DC
Fuel Tank Litres
56
Not Applicable
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
373 km (NEDC)
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
16.2 kWh/100 km
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
250 km
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
330 km
Real-world Mileage
14.5 km/l
Not Applicable
Spec
CX-5
RD6
Airbags
6
2
ABS
Standard
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Standard
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Front & Rear
Standard
Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
No
BA
Standard
Standard
Curtain Airbags
Standard
No
Driver Airbag
Standard
Standard
EBD
Standard
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Standard
Hill Hold
Standard
Standard
Passenger Airbag
Standard
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
No
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Standard
Standard
Seatbelt Reminder
Front & Rear
Standard
Side Airbags
Standard
No
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Knee Airbag
Not Available
No
ABS EBD
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
-
Standard
Child Safety Lock
-
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
-
Indirect
AEB
-
No
Brake Override System
-
Standard
TCS
-
Standard
Spec
CX-5
RD6
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
No
Lane Keep Assist
Standard
No
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
No
Blind Spot Monitoring
Standard
No
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
No
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Rear
Rear View Camera
Standard
Standard
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
No
Driver Fatigue Alert
Standard
No
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
No
Auto Highbeam
Standard
No
Auto Wipers
Standard
No
Rear Parking Sensors
Not Available
Standard
Reverse Camera
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
No
Around View Monitor
Not Available
No
Blind Spot Warning
Standard
No
Autonomous Emergency Braking
-
No
Park Assist
-
No
Forward Collision Warning
-
No
Spec
CX-5
RD6
Seat Material
Black Leather & Suede Combination
Synthetic leather (PVC)
Heated Seats
Not Available
No
Ventilated Seats
Not Available
No
Ambient Lighting
Not Available
No
Front Shoulder Room
1451 mm
-
Rear Shoulder Room
1391 mm
-
Steering Wheel Material
with red stitching
Foam
60 40 Split Seat
(40:20:40)
Standard
Driver Seat Adjustment
8-Way Power adjustable w. memory (Driver) 6-Way Power adjustment (Passenger)
6-way electric
Passenger Seat Adjustment
8-Way Power adjustable w. memory (Driver) 6-Way Power adjustment (Passenger)
6-way electric
Seat Trim
Black Leather & Suede Combination
Synthetic leather (PVC)
Spec
CX-5
RD6
Infotainment System
Standard
8-inch central display
Apple CarPlay
Wireless
Standard
Android Auto
Standard
No
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Standard
Number of Speakers
10
4
Digital Instrument Cluster
Standard
Full digital instrument cluster
USB Ports
2
Standard
Infotainment Screen
10.25-inch
8
Touchscreen
10.25-inch
8
Spec
CX-5
RD6
LED Headlamps
Standard
No
Daytime Running Lamps
Standard
LED
Alloy Wheel Design
Black Metallic
-
Exterior Colour Options
Current paint selection depends on edition and remaining dealer allocation as the next-generation CX-5 approaches local launch.
White, Black, Grey
Headlights
Standard
No
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
No
Fog Lamps
-
No
Roof Rails
-
Standard
Spec
CX-5
RD6
Departure Angle
22.5 deg
26 deg
Terrain Modes
Sport
Not Applicable
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
No
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Ground Clearance Max
200 mm
-
Ground Clearance Min
200 mm
-
Approach Angle
-
23 deg
Wading Depth
-
500 mm
Breakover Angle
-
16.0 deg
Spec
CX-5
RD6
Tyre Size
225/55 R19
225/65 R17
Front Brake Type
Ventilated disc
Disc
Rear Brake Type
Solid disc
Disc
Spare Wheel Type
Temporary spare 155/80 R17
T145/80 R18
Wheel Rim Size
19x7J
17
Handbrake Type
Electronic
Electronic parking brake
Spec
CX-5
RD6
Front Suspension
Macpherson strut
MacPherson independent
Rear Suspension
Multi-link
Multi-link independent
Spec
CX-5
RD6
CO2 Emissions
160 g/km
0 g/km
Spec
CX-5
RD6
Service Plan
5 Years/Unlimited km
3 years/60000 km; maintenance every 12 months/20000 km
Spec
CX-5
RD6
Ownership Role
style-focused upper derivative
Electric double-cab utility and lifestyle derivative
Price Zar
688400 ZAR
747500 ZAR
Pricing Role
style-focused upper derivative
Current South African retail derivative
Starting Price
688400
747500
Starting Price Zar
688400
747500
Spec
CX-5
RD6
Warranty
5 Years/Unlimited km
5 years/150000 km vehicle; 8 years/200000 km high-voltage battery, motor and motor-control unit
In depth: how these cars differ
This CX-5 and RD6 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: CX-5 48 vs RD6 69.
Efficiency index: CX-5 56 vs RD6 90.
Safety-equipment index: CX-5 88 vs RD6 43.
Practicality index: CX-5 61 vs RD6 87.
Ownership-cover index: CX-5 not separately scored vs RD6 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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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
RD6 leads by 8 points
RD6 has a modest catalogue-index lead, while CX-5 remains close.
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
RD6
Performance
69/100
Efficiency
90/100
Safety
43/100
Practicality
87/100
CX-5
Performance
48/100
Efficiency
56/100
Safety
88/100
Practicality
61/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexRIDDARA RD6
leads the specification evidence index with 71 pts
vs 63 pts for CX-5
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, RD6 leads. However, CX-5 may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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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.
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