A proper head-to-head in South Africa — we cover price, performance,
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Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished Practicality
Kona
Strengths
Better fuel efficiency
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Fewer listed safety features
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published Efficiency
Which One's Right for You?
CX-60
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Kona
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
CX-60
Kona
Model Introduced Year
2023
2018
Generation
First-generation KH-series Mazda CX-60 on Mazda's Large Product architecture
Second generation Kona on Hyundai's K2 GEN platform; the design is more conservative than the first gen but better resolved
Facelift History
Mazda introduced the CX-60 locally in 2023, added the six-cylinder Takumi in 2024 and revised suspension and drivetrain calibration for the 2025 update.
Second generation launched globally in 2023 and brought to SA; softened styling compared to the sharper first gen, improved interior quality and tech
Facelift Launched Since
2023
2023
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Not confirmed
Body Style
SUV
Not confirmed
Model Year
2026
Not confirmed
Production Status
Active
Not confirmed
Segment
Premium mid-size SUV
Not confirmed
Tare Mass Kg
1470 kg
1460 kg
Vehicle Type
SUV
Not confirmed
Spec
CX-60
Kona
Length
4745 mm
4355 mm
Width
1890 mm
1825 mm
Height
1687.5 mm
1570 mm
Wheelbase
2870 mm
2660 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
178.8 mm
165 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
58 l
50 l
Boot/Cargo Space
477 l
466 l
Kerb Weight
1470 kg
1460 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2342 kg
Not confirmed
Payload Capacity
872 kg
Not confirmed
Towing Capacity
1500 kg
Not confirmed
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Doors
5 doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
5.85 m
Not confirmed
Front Legroom
1058 mm
Not confirmed
Rear Legroom
990 mm
Not confirmed
Spec
CX-60
Kona
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Climate Control
Dual-zone climate control
Dual Zone Auto Climate
Power Windows
Front & Rear
All
Keyless Entry
Smart
Yes
Push Button Start
Standard
Yes
Wireless Charging
Standard
Yes
Sunroof
Panoramic
Electric Panoramic Sunroof
Electric Tailgate
Standard
Yes
Rain Sensing Wipers
Standard
No
Boot Space Seats Folded
1148 l
Not confirmed
AC Type
Dual-zone climate control
Dual Zone Auto Climate
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Dimming Mirror
-
No
Rear Window Defroster
-
Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps
-
Yes
12V Accessory Socket
-
12V
Boot Opener
-
Inside
Door Ajar Warning
-
Yes
Electric Folding Mirrors
-
Yes
Engine Check Warning
-
Yes
Engine Start Stop
Standard
Yes
Engine Start Stop Button
Standard
Yes
Front Armrest
-
Yes
Front Power Outlet
-
Yes
Fuel Lid Opener
-
Inside
Headlamp Height Adjust
-
Manual
Headlamp Washer
-
No
Power Mirrors
-
Yes
Push Button Start
Standard
Yes
Rear Reading Lamps
-
Yes
Service Reminder
-
Yes
Spare Wheel
Temporary spare T155/90 D18
Steel
Tachometer
-
Yes
Telescopic Steering
-
No
Tilt Steering
-
Yes
Trip Computer
-
Yes
Vanity Mirror
-
Yes
Air Conditioning
Dual-zone climate control
Dual Zone Auto Climate
Rim Size
20x7-1/2J
18-inch Alloy
Sound System
12
8 Bose Premium
Unlocking
Smart
Yes
Wireless Charger
Standard
Yes
Spec
CX-60
Kona
Engine
2.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
1-litre Turbocharged Petrol
Engine Code
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
2488 cc
998 cc
Cylinders
4
3
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Inline
Valves
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves per Cylinder
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Aspiration
Naturally Aspirated
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Not Officially Disclosed
Direct Injection
Compression Ratio
13.0:1
Not Officially Disclosed
Bore
89 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
100 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
141 kW @ 6000 rpm
88 kW @ 5500 rpm
Maximum Torque
261 Nm @ 3000 rpm
172 Nm @ 1500 rpm
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
AWD
FWD
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
7-Speed DCT
Top Speed
201 km/h
185 km/h
0-100 km/h
9.9 sec
10.5 sec
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Off-road, Sport, Towing
Eco, Normal
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
95.9 kW/tonne
60.3 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
177.6 Nm/tonne
117.8 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
CX-60
Kona
Gearbox
8-Speed Auto
7-speed DCT Dual Clutch
Drivetrain Layout
Front-engine, all-wheel drive
FWD
Paddle Shifters
Standard
Yes
Final Drive Ratio
4.181
Not confirmed
Number of Gears
8
Not confirmed
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Gear Shift Type
Automatic
Not confirmed
Drivetrain
AWD
Not confirmed
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Automatic Shift Paddles
Standard
Not confirmed
Gearbox Type
Automatic
Automatic
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Axle Layout
4x4
Not confirmed
Transmission Speeds
8
Not confirmed
Engine Position
-
Front
LSD Available
-
No
Gear Shift Indicator
-
Yes
Spec
CX-60
Kona
Claimed Mileage
13.0 km/l
15.5 km/l
City Mileage
10.5 km/l
12.5 km/l
Highway Mileage
15.3 km/l
19.0 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
58 l
50 l
Emission Standard
Euro stage IV
Euro 6
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Auto Start Stop
Standard
Not confirmed
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Fuel Tank Litres
58
50
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Distance To Empty
-
Yes
Low Fuel Warning
-
Yes
Spec
CX-60
Kona
Airbags
7
6
ABS
Standard
Yes
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Yes
Hill Descent Control
Standard
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Yes
ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
Yes
Brake Assist
Standard
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Yes
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Front & Rear
Yes
Front Parking Sensors
Standard
Not confirmed
AEB
Standard
No
BA
Standard
Yes
Curtain Airbags
Standard
Not confirmed
Driver Airbag
Standard
Yes
EBD
Standard
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Yes
Hill Hold
Standard
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Standard
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Yes
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Driver & Passenger
Yes
Seatbelt Reminder
Front & Rear
Not confirmed
Side Airbags
Standard
Not confirmed
Stability Control
Standard
Yes
Knee Airbag
Standard
Not confirmed
ABS EBD
Standard
Yes
Traction Control
-
Yes
Child Safety Lock
-
Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor
-
Yes
Central Locking
-
Yes
Speed Alert System
-
Yes
Safety Rating
-
Not Rated (SA)
TCS
-
Yes
Spec
CX-60
Kona
Cruise Control
Standard
Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Yes
Lane Keep Assist
Standard
Yes
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Yes
Blind Spot Monitoring
Standard
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Yes
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Rear View Camera
Standard
Yes
360 Degree Camera
Standard
Yes
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Standard
No
Driver Fatigue Alert
Standard
Not confirmed
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
No
Auto Highbeam
Standard
Not confirmed
Auto Wipers
Standard
No
Rear Parking Sensors
Standard
Not confirmed
Reverse Camera
Standard
Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Yes
Around View Monitor
Standard
Yes
Blind Spot Warning
Standard
Yes
Auto Lights
-
Yes
Eco Mode
-
Yes
EV Mode
-
No
Sport Mode
-
No
Spec
CX-60
Kona
Seat Material
Black Leather
Leather
Heated Seats
Not Available
Front
Ventilated Seats
Not Available
Front
Ambient Lighting
Not Available
Yes
Front Shoulder Room
1504 mm
Not confirmed
Rear Shoulder Room
1441 mm
Not confirmed
Steering Wheel Material
Standard
Leather
60 40 Split Seat
(40:20:40)
Yes
Driver Seat Adjustment
8-Way Power adjustable (Driver & Passenger) w. memory (Driver)
Not confirmed
Passenger Seat Adjustment
8-Way Power adjustable (Driver & Passenger) w. memory (Driver)
Not confirmed
Seat Trim
Black Leather
Not confirmed
Seat Adjustment
-
Power Driver
Steering Type
-
Electric
Steering Adjustment
-
Tilt & Telescopic
Folding Rear Seats
-
60/40 Split
Front Armrest
-
Yes
Rear Armrest
-
No
Cup Holders
-
4
Instrument Cluster Type
-
Analogue + MID
Door Map Pockets
-
Yes
Adjustable Driver Seat
-
Manual
Adjustable Front Seat
-
Manual
Cooled Seats
-
No
Fabric Seats
-
Yes
Front Headrest
-
Yes
Leather Seats
-
No
Memory Seats
-
No
Rear Headrest
-
Yes
Spec
CX-60
Kona
Infotainment System
Standard
10.25-inch Touchscreen
Apple CarPlay
Wireless
Yes
Android Auto
Standard
Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Yes
Number of Speakers
12
8 Bose Premium
Digital Instrument Cluster
Standard
10.25-inch Digital Cluster
USB Ports
2
2 USB-A + 1 USB-C
Infotainment Screen
12-inch
Not confirmed
Touchscreen
12-inch
Not confirmed
Navigation System
-
Yes
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless
Yes
Wireless Android Auto
Standard
Yes
FM Radio
-
Yes
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
-
Yes
Voice Recognition
-
Yes
AUX Input
-
Yes
Audio Controls On Steering
-
Yes
Infotainment Display
-
Touchscreen
Rear Usb
-
Yes
Audio Speakers
12
8 Bose Premium
Spec
CX-60
Kona
LED Headlamps
Standard
Full LED
Daytime Running Lamps
Standard
LED
Alloy Wheel Design
Silver Metallic
18-inch Alloy
Exterior Colour Options
Mazda South Africa lists model-specific premium paint finishes; current stock should be checked against the selected cabin and edition.
Not confirmed
Headlights
Standard
Full LED
Panoramic Sunroof
Panoramic
Not confirmed
Fog Lamps
-
LED
Roof Rails
-
Yes
Rear Spoiler
-
Yes
Wing Mirror Type
-
Power Adjustable
Rear Wiper
-
Yes
Door Handle Finish
-
Body Coloured
Body Type
-
SUV
DRL
Standard
LED
Fog Lights
-
Yes
Front Fog Lights
-
Yes
Led Headlights
Standard
Full LED
Daytime Running Lights
Standard
LED
Exterior Mirror Electric
-
Yes
Front Fog Lamps
-
LED
Headlamps
Standard
Full LED
Headlight Type
Standard
Full LED
Spec
CX-60
Kona
Approach Angle
18.6 deg
Not confirmed
Departure Angle
20 deg
Not confirmed
Terrain Modes
Off-road, Sport, Towing
Not Available
Ground Clearance Max
178.8 mm
165 mm
Ground Clearance Min
178.8 mm
165 mm
Locking Differential
-
No
Ramp Breakover Angle
-
20 deg
Hill Descent Control
Standard
Not Available
Spec
CX-60
Kona
Tyre Size
235/50 R20
235/45 R18
Front Brake Type
Ventilated disc
Disc
Rear Brake Type
Ventilated disc
Disc
Spare Wheel Type
Temporary spare T155/90 D18
Steel
Wheel Rim Size
20x7-1/2J
18-inch Alloy
Handbrake Type
Electronic
Not confirmed
Wheel Type
Silver Metallic
18-inch Alloy
Parking Brake Type
-
Manual
Tyre Load Index
-
91
Tyre Speed Rating
-
H
Brake Type Front
-
Disc (Ventilated)
Brake Type Rear
-
Disc
Spare Tyre
Temporary spare T155/90 D18
Steel
Tyre Type
-
Tubeless Radial
Wheel Diameter
20x7-1/2J
18-inch Alloy
Wheels
Silver Metallic
18-inch Alloy
Spec
CX-60
Kona
Front Suspension
Double wishbone
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-link
Multi-Link
Chassis Type
-
Monocoque
Power Steering
-
Electric
Steering Column
-
Tilt
Front Suspension Type
Double wishbone
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension Type
Multi-link
Multi-Link
Spec
CX-60
Kona
CO2 Emissions
180 g/km
120 g/km
Start Stop System
-
No
Variable Valve Timing
-
Yes
Fuel Octane Requirement
-
Unleaded 95
Fuel Evaporation Control
-
Yes
Spec
CX-60
Kona
Service Plan
5 Years/Unlimited km
4
Service Interval
-
15000 km / 12 months
Maintenance Plan
-
3 Years / 45000 km
First Service At
-
15000
Service Plan Duration
5 Years/Unlimited km
4
Service Plan Distance
5 Years/Unlimited km
4
Alternator
-
120A
Service Intervals
-
15000 km / 12 months
Accessory Battery Type
-
Lead-acid
Spec
CX-60
Kona
Ownership Role
flagship equipment and comfort derivative
Not confirmed
Price Zar
902000 ZAR
Not confirmed
Pricing Role
flagship equipment and comfort derivative
Not confirmed
Starting Price
902000
Not confirmed
Starting Price Zar
902000
Not confirmed
Spec
CX-60
Kona
Warranty
5 Years/Unlimited km
5
Warranty Years
5 Years/Unlimited km
5
Warranty Kilometers
5 Years/Unlimited km
5
Roadside Assistance
-
5 Years
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
-
5 Years
Basic Warranty
5 Years/Unlimited km
5
Roadside Assistance
-
5 Years
In depth: how these cars differ
This CX-60 and Kona 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: CX-60 59 vs Kona 40.
Efficiency index: CX-60 51 vs Kona 62.
Safety-equipment index: CX-60 98 vs Kona 87.
Practicality index: CX-60 68 vs Kona 67.
Ownership-cover index: CX-60 not separately scored vs Kona 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
CX-60 leads by 6 points
CX-60 and Kona 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
CX-60
Performance
59/100
Efficiency
51/100
Safety
98/100
Practicality
68/100
Kona
Performance
40/100
Efficiency
62/100
Safety
87/100
Practicality
67/100
Ownership
65/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexMazda CX-60
leads the specification evidence index with 70 pts
vs 64 pts for Kona
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, CX-60 leads. However, Kona may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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