Rolls-Royce Dawn vs Nissan Magnite
A proper head-to-head in South Africa — compare price, performance, fuel economy or electric range, safety and the details that shape long-term ownership.
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Rolls-Royce Dawn
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Rolls-Royce Dawn
Dawn
Petrol
8-Speed Automatic
Discontinued model
No longer sold new
historical price not confirmed
Discontinued model
Verified historical specifications remain visible for owner and used-car comparisons.
⚡ 420 kW
🔧 820 Nm
⛽ 6.99 km/l
VS
Nissan Magnite
1.0 Acenta Plus EZ-Shift
Petrol
Current
ZAR 323,900
ex-showroom
⚡ 53 kW
🔧 96 Nm
⛽ 16.9 km/l
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Decision summary
Rolls-Royce Dawn vs Nissan Magnite: the short answer
Dawn has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Magnite remains close.
Five key differences
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| Specification | Dawn | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | Dawn420 kW @ 5250-6000 rpm | Magnite53 kW @ 6250 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | Dawn820 Nm @ 1600-4750 rpm | Magnite96 Nm @ 3500 rpm |
| Engine Size | Dawn6592 cc | Magnite999 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | Dawn6.99 km/l | Magnite16.9 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | Dawn149 mm | Magnite205 mm |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
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Nissan Magnite
1.0 Acenta Plus EZ-Shift
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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Specification evidence leader
Dawn
Strengths
- More powerful engine output
- Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
- Lower fuel efficiency
- Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:
Published Performance
Magnite
Strengths
- Better fuel efficiency
- Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
- Less powerful engine setup
- Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:
Published Efficiency
Published Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
Dawn
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
- Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Magnite
- 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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Archived cars use verified historical spec records. Rows remain comparable; unavailable historical values are shown plainly rather than estimated.
| Spec | Dawn | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2016 | 2021 |
| Generation | Dawn four-seat convertible; this archive profile uses the MY17 World specification corroborated by a February 2018 South African road test. | First generation Magnite arrived in SA in 2021 — Nissan's entry into the growing budget compact SUV segment |
| Facelift History | The MY17 configuration is kept separate from the 2015 launch specification, which published different length, torque, acceleration, consumption and CO2 figures. | 2023 facelift refreshed the grille, interior trims, and added safety upgrades |
| Facelift Launched Since | 2017 | 2023 |
| Facelift Version Ending | 2023 | Current |
| Body Style | Convertible | SUV |
| Model Year | 2017 | 2026 |
| Production Status | discontinued | Active |
| Segment | Ultra-luxury convertible | Compact SUV |
| Vehicle Type | Passenger car | SUV |
| Color Note | Not confirmed | Brick Red, Storm White, Pearl White, Onyx Black, Gun Grey, Blade Silver |
| Dealer Stock Note | Not confirmed | Top grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Drivetrain Note | Not confirmed | Front-wheel drive confirmed by Nissan South Africa derivative/specification data |
| Tare Mass Kg | Not confirmed | 1007 kg |
| Spec | Dawn | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5295 mm | 3995 mm |
| Width | 1947 mm | 1758 mm |
| Height | 1502 mm | 1571 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3112 mm | 2500 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 149 mm | 205 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | 149 mm | - |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 l | 40 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 321 l | 336 l |
| Kerb Weight | 2560 kg | 1007 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 3040 kg | 1399 kg |
| Payload Capacity | 480 kg | - |
| Towing Capacity | 0 kg | - |
| Seating Capacity | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Rows | 2 rows | - |
| Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 6.35 m | 5 m |
| Front Headroom | 1018 mm | - |
| Rear Headroom | 963 mm | - |
| Front Legroom | 1054 mm | - |
| Rear Legroom | 937 mm | - |
| Spec | Dawn | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 6.592-litre twin-turbo V12 | 1-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol |
| Engine Code | N74B66A | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 6592 cc | 999 cc |
| Cylinders | 12 | 3 |
| Cylinder Layout | V | Inline |
| Valves | 48 | 12 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Aspiration | Twin Turbocharged | Naturally Aspirated |
| Fuel System | Direct Injection | Petrol injection |
| Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Bore | 89 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Stroke | 88.3 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Maximum Power | 420 kW @ 5250-6000 rpm | 53 kW @ 6250 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 820 Nm @ 1600-4750 rpm | 96 Nm @ 3500 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 | RWD | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Transmission | 8-Speed Automatic | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 150 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.0 sec | 21.0 sec |
| Quarter Mile | 12.8 sec | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | Low | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Launch Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rev Limiter | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 164.1 kW/tonne | 52.6 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 320.3 Nm/tonne | 95.3 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 | Dawn | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | 8-speed automatic / 8HP95 | AMT |
| Drivetrain Layout | Front-engine, rear-wheel drive | 2WD |
| Transfer Case | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| Paddle Shifters | No | Not Applicable |
| Final Drive Ratio | 2.813 | Not Applicable |
| Number of Gears | 8 | 5 |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed automatic / 8HP95 | AMT |
| Clutch Type | Torque converter | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Type | Steering-column selector for 8-speed automatic | AMT |
| Drivetrain | RWD | 2WD |
| 4WD Engagement | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| 4WD Hi Range | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| 4WD Lo Range | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| 4WD Selector | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | No | Not Applicable |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| Gearbox Type | 8-speed automatic / 8HP95 | AMT |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| Low Range | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| Axle Layout | Two axles | 2WD |
| Transmission Speeds | 8 | 5 |
| Engine Position | Not confirmed | - |
| LSD Available | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Differential Lock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | Not confirmed | - |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Differential Type Front | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Differential Type Rear | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Transfer Case Guard | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Spec | Dawn | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 6.99 km/l | 16.9 km/l |
| City Mileage | 4.59 km/l | 15.6 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | 10.10 km/l | 22 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 l | 40 l |
| Emission Standard | EU6 | - |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Auto Start Stop | No automatic engine stop/start | Not Applicable |
| Real-world Mileage | 6.99 km/l | 16.9 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 82 | 40 |
| Combined Driving Range | 575 km | Not Applicable |
| Electric Consumption | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Mixed | 522.93 km | Not Applicable |
| Low Fuel Warning | Not confirmed | - |
| Range Real World Highway | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Spec | Dawn | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 6 | 6 airbags |
| ABS | Standard | Standard |
| Electronic Stability Control | ESP | Standard |
| Traction Control | Standard | Not Available |
| Hill Start Assist | Hill-start assist | Standard |
| Child Safety Lock | Not Applicable | Standard |
| ISOFIX Mounts | LATCH child-seat anchor system | Standard |
| Brake Assist | Dynamic Brake Control | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Standard | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Engine immobiliser | Standard |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Driver and front-passenger seat-belt warning sensor | Driver and passenger |
| Front Parking Sensors | Front Park Distance Control | Not Available |
| AEB | Available | Not Available |
| BA | Dynamic Brake Control | Standard |
| Curtain Airbags | Not Applicable | Standard |
| Driver Airbag | Standard | Standard |
| EBD | Standard | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Standard | Standard |
| Hill Hold | Hill-start assist | Standard |
| Passenger Airbag | Standard | Standard |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Front and rear | Driver and passenger front pretensioners with load limiters |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Driver and front-passenger seat-belt warning sensor | Driver and passenger |
| Side Airbags | Front side-impact airbags | Standard |
| Stability Control | ESP | Standard |
| TCS | Standard | Not Available |
| Knee Airbag | Front active knee protection | Not Available |
| ABS EBD | Standard | Standard |
| Hill Descent Control | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Alarm System | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Central Locking | Not confirmed | Remote central locking |
| Side Impact Beams | Not confirmed | - |
| Speed Alert System | Not confirmed | Adjustable speed limiter |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Safety Rating | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Whiplash Protection | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Lane Change Warning | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Brake Override System | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Fatigue Detection | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Anti Theft Alarm | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | Not confirmed | 6 airbags |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | Not confirmed | 6 airbags |
| ESC With Traction Control | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Spec | Dawn | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Automatic Cruise Control | Cruise control with adjustable speed limiter |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Automatic distance-control cruise with stop-and-start traffic response | Not Available |
| Lane Departure Warning | Optional | Not Available |
| Parking Sensors | Park-distance system | Rear parking sensors |
| Rear View Camera | Optional rear-view camera with top view | Rear Parking Camera |
| 360 Degree Camera | Optional camera system with rear, top and side views | Around View Monitor |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Available | Not Available |
| Auto Highbeam | Glare-free high-beam technology | Not Available |
| Auto Wipers | Rain-sensing variable-speed wipers | Not Available |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Rear Park Distance Control | Rear parking sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Optional rear-view camera with top view | Rear Parking Camera |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Automatic distance-control cruise with stop-and-start traffic response | Not Available |
| Park Assist | Front and rear parking sensors | Not Available |
| Around View Monitor | Optional camera system with rear, top and side views | Around View Monitor |
| Forward Collision Warning | Pre-collision safety system | Not Available |
| Lane Keep Assist | Optional | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Auto Lights | Not confirmed | LED bi-projector headlamp |
| Eco Mode | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| EV Mode | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Sport Mode | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Warning | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Emergency Braking | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Front Camera | Not confirmed | Around View Monitor front camera |
| Parking Distance Sensors | Not confirmed | Rear parking sensors |
| Parking Sensor | Not confirmed | Rear parking sensors |
| Automatic High Beam | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Pre-Collision System | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear View Camera | Not confirmed | Rear Parking Camera |
| Reverse Camera Type | Not confirmed | Rear Parking Camera |
| Reversing Camera | Not confirmed | Rear Parking Camera |
| Spec | Dawn | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Leather | Leather two-tone seats |
| Heated Seats | Front; standard | Not Available |
| Ventilated Seats | Optional front ventilated seats | Not Available |
| Ambient Lighting | Optional – Atmospheric Interior Environment | Not Available |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather | Leather |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Not Applicable | 60:40 split second row |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Electrically adjustable with lumbar adjustment and memory | 3-way driver seat adjustment |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | Electrically adjustable with lumbar adjustment | 2-way passenger seat adjustment |
| Seat Trim | Leather | Leather two-tone seats |
| Seat Adjustment | Not confirmed | 3-way driver seat adjustment |
| Steering Type | Not confirmed | Electric Power Steering |
| Steering Adjustment | Not confirmed | Steering wheel adjustment with manual tilt |
| Folding Rear Seats | Not confirmed | 60:40 split second row |
| Front Armrest | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear Armrest | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Front Shoulder Room | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Rear Shoulder Room | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Cup Holders | Not confirmed | Front and rear cup holders |
| Rear AC Vents | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear USB Ports | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Instrument Cluster Type | Not confirmed | Speedometer and tachometer |
| Interior Colour Options | Not confirmed | 6 |
| Driver Lumbar Support | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Door Map Pockets | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | Not confirmed | 3-way driver seat adjustment |
| Adjustable Front Seat | Not confirmed | 2-way passenger seat adjustment |
| Cooled Seats | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Fabric Seats | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Front Headrest | Not confirmed | Adjustable |
| Leather Seats | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Memory Seats | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear Headrest | Not confirmed | Adjustable |
| Armrest Front | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Armrest Rear | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Boot Light | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Boot Space Seats Down | Not confirmed | 690 |
| Driver Seat | Not confirmed | 3-way driver seat adjustment |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | Not confirmed | 7-inch touchscreen, Bluetooth, USB, reversing camera (Acenta and above), dual airbags, climate control on Acenta+ |
| Interior Trim Colour | Not confirmed | Black |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | Not confirmed | Leather two-tone seats |
| Interior Colours | Not confirmed | 6 |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | Not confirmed | Reclining |
| Seat Belt Warning | Not confirmed | Driver and passenger |
| Seat Fold Type | Not confirmed | 60:40 split second row |
| Spec | Dawn | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Climate Control | Individual front and rear climate controls | Automatic air conditioning |
| Power Windows | Standard | Driver auto up/down with anti-pinch |
| Keyless Entry | Comfort Entry keyless access | Smart keyless entry with push start |
| Push Button Start | Keyless ignition | Standard |
| Sunroof | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| Electric Tailgate | Smart power opening and closing luggage-compartment lid | Not Available |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Standard | Not Available |
| AC Type | Individual front and rear climate controls | Automatic air conditioning |
| Load Bed Length | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Wireless Charging | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Automatic Headlamps | Not confirmed | LED bi-projector headlamp |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | Not confirmed | 690 l |
| Rear Window Defroster | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Electric Mirror Folding | Not confirmed | Electric folding and electric adjustment |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | Not confirmed | - |
| 12V Accessory Socket | Not confirmed | 12V power socket |
| Speed Limiter | Not confirmed | Cruise control with adjustable speed limiter |
| Adaptive Dampers | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Aero Kit | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Boot Opener | Not confirmed | - |
| Chrome Exterior Highlights | Not confirmed | Chrome exterior door handles |
| Chrome Grille | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Climate Zones | Not confirmed | 1 |
| Door Ajar Warning | Not confirmed | Door open warning |
| Drag Coefficient | Not confirmed | - |
| Driver Display | Not confirmed | 7-inch TFT Advanced Drive-Assist Display |
| Engine Check Warning | Not confirmed | - |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | Not confirmed | - |
| Engine Warranty | Not confirmed | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| Front Armrest | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Front Power Outlet | Not confirmed | 12V power socket |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | Not confirmed | 5.9 |
| Fuel Lid Opener | Not confirmed | Remote fuel flap release |
| Glovebox Cooling | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Headlamp Height Adjust | Not confirmed | - |
| Headlamp Washer | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Headrest Adjustable | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Heads Up Display | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Hill Start Assist | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Impact Sensing Door Unlock | Not confirmed | Impact sensing unlock |
| Intercooler | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Multi Function Steering | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Performance Data Logger | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Power Mirrors | Not confirmed | Electric folding and electric adjustment |
| Rear Defogger | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Rear Reading Lamps | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear Seat Split | Not confirmed | 60:40 split second row |
| Rear Wing | Not confirmed | Roof spoiler |
| Remote Engine Start | Not confirmed | - |
| Rev Matching | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Ride Mode Selection | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Roof Antenna | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Seat Type | Not confirmed | Leather two-tone seats |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | Not confirmed | Driver and passenger front pretensioners with load limiters |
| Service Reminder | Not confirmed | Service intervals: 10,000 km |
| Side Steps | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Skid Plates | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Speed Alert System | Not confirmed | Adjustable speed limiter |
| Stabilizer Bar | Not confirmed | - |
| Steering Mounted Controls | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Steering Response | Not confirmed | Electric power steering |
| Tachometer | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Tail Lamps | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Telescopic Steering | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Tilt Steering | Not confirmed | Steering wheel adjustment with manual tilt |
| Trip Computer | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Tyre Repair Kit | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Vanity Mirror | Not confirmed | Driver and passenger vanity mirrors |
| Voice Command | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Voice Command Support | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Accelerator 0 100 | Not confirmed | 21 sec |
| Air Conditioning | Individual front and rear climate controls | Automatic air conditioning |
| Automatic High Beam | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Battery Preconditioning | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Bed Extender | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Bottle Holders | Not confirmed | Front and rear cup holders |
| Canopy Fitment | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Centre Console | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Common Rail Injection | Not confirmed | Petrol injection |
| Diff Lock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Difflock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Digital Speedometer | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | Not confirmed | Electric folding with side indicator |
| Front Diff Lock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Front Wiper | Not confirmed | Variable intermittent |
| Front Wipers Type | Not confirmed | Variable intermittent |
| Glove Box | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Heated Mirrors | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Intelligent Battery System | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | Not confirmed | Smart keyless entry with push start button |
| Lift Gate | Not confirmed | Manual tailgate |
| Load Bed Cover | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Load Bed Light | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Load Bed Steps | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Loadbox Length Mm | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Loadbox Width Mm | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Manual Aircon | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Mirror | Not confirmed | Electric folding |
| One Pedal Driving | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Passive Entry Start | Not confirmed | Smart keyless entry with push start button |
| Power Sliding Doors | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Power Socket 12v | Not confirmed | 12V power socket |
| Powered Tailgate | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Reading Lights Rear | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear Air Conditioning | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear Diff Lock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear Electric Motor | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | Not confirmed | Frameless auto dimming mirror |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Remote Central Locking | Not confirmed | Smart keyless entry with push start button |
| Remote Side Mirror | Not confirmed | Electric folding |
| Remote Start | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Remote Starter | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Roof Load | Not confirmed | - |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Side Impact Bars | Not confirmed | - |
| Sonar | Not confirmed | Rear parking sensors |
| Source Model Column | Not confirmed | magnite |
| Sport Plus Mode | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Sports Bar | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | Not confirmed | - |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | Not confirmed | - |
| Steering Column Adjustment | Not confirmed | Steering wheel adjustment with manual tilt |
| Sub Frame | Not confirmed | - |
| Tailgate Damper | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Tow Bar Type | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Trim Level | Not confirmed | top |
| Unlocking | Comfort Entry keyless access | Smart keyless entry with push start |
| Vanity Mirror Illuminated | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Variant Role | Not confirmed | Core range derivative |
| Vdc | Not confirmed | Vehicle Dynamic Control |
| Vehicle To Grid | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Vehicle To Load | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | Not confirmed | Smart keyless entry with push start button |
| Walk Away Lock | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Spec | Dawn | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | Multimedia interface and navigation with Spirit of Ecstasy Rotary Controller | 8-inch touchscreen with smartphone integration |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Standard | Standard |
| Number of Speakers | 18 | 6 |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | Analogue instruments with Power Reserve gauge | 7-inch TFT |
| USB Ports | Standard | Front USB / smartphone integration |
| Infotainment Screen | 10.25-inch high-definition display | 8-inch |
| Touchscreen | 10.25-inch high-definition display | 8-inch |
| Apple CarPlay | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Android Auto | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Navigation System | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| FM Radio | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Voice Recognition | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| AUX Input | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 10.25-inch high-definition display | 8-inch |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Audio Controls On Steering | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Infotainment Display | Not confirmed | 8-inch touch screen with smartphone integration |
| Rear Usb | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Premium Audio | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Audio | Not confirmed | 8-inch touchscreen audio with smartphone integration |
| Audio Speakers | 18 | 6 |
| Audio System | Not confirmed | 6-speaker audio system |
| Display Audio | Not confirmed | 8-inch touch screen with smartphone integration |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | Not confirmed | Front USB / smartphone integration |
| Head Up Display | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Multi Information Display | Not confirmed | 7-inch TFT driver display |
| Connected Services | Not confirmed | Smartphone integration |
| Voice Control | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Smartphone Connectivity | Not confirmed | Smartphone integration |
| Radio | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Spec | Dawn | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | Standard | LED |
| Daytime Running Lamps | Standard | Standard |
| Roof Rails | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| Exterior Colour Options | Bespoke exterior colour commissioning | See Nissan South Africa Magnite colour selector |
| Headlights | Standard | LED |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| Fog Lamps | Not confirmed | LED front fog lights |
| Alloy Wheel Design | Not confirmed | 16" Alloy - 2 Tone Wheel |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | Not confirmed | Chrome exterior door handles |
| Body Cladding | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Rear Spoiler | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Roof Type | Not confirmed | Standard roof |
| Wing Mirror Type | Not confirmed | Body-colour electric folding mirrors |
| Rear Wiper | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Door Handle Finish | Not confirmed | Chrome |
| Body Type | Not confirmed | SUV |
| DRL | Standard | Standard |
| Fog Lights | Not confirmed | LED front fog lights |
| Front Fog Lights | Not confirmed | LED front fog lights |
| Led Headlights | Standard | LED |
| Rear Fog Lights | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Front Overhang | Not confirmed | - |
| Rear Overhang | Not confirmed | - |
| Auto Headlights | Not confirmed | LED bi-projector headlamp |
| Automatic Headlamps | Not confirmed | LED bi-projector headlamp |
| Daytime Running Lights | Standard | Standard |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Exterior Colour Options | Not confirmed | 6 |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | Not confirmed | Chrome |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | Not confirmed | Electric folding |
| Front Fog Lamps | Not confirmed | LED front fog lights |
| Headlamp Levelling | Not confirmed | LED bi-projector headlamp |
| Headlamps | Standard | LED |
| Headlight Type | Standard | LED |
| Load Bed Liner | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Active Exhaust | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear Spoiler | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Spec | Dawn | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Wading Depth | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| Terrain Modes | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| 4WD System Type | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| Approach Angle | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Departure Angle | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Locking Differential | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Underbody Protection | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Recovery Hooks | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Hill Descent Control | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Ramp-over Angle | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Approach Angle Deg | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Breakover Angle | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Breakover Angle Deg | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Departure Angle Deg | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Energy Recovery Display | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Ground Clearance Max | Not confirmed | 205 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | Not confirmed | 205 mm |
| Off Road Descent Control | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Off Road Traction Assist | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Crawl Control | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear Skid Plate Guard | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Fuel Tank | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Transfer Case | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Mud | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Normal | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Rock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Sand | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Snow | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Terrain Response System | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Underbody Camera | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Wading Depth Mm | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Spec | Dawn | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | Front 255/45 R20 101Y; rear 285/40 R20 104Y | 195/60R16 |
| Front Brake Type | Power-assisted ventilated disc | Disc brakes |
| Rear Brake Type | Power-assisted ventilated disc | Drum brake |
| Spare Wheel Type | No spare wheel; run-flat tyres | Full Size Spare wheel |
| Wheel Rim Size | Front 8.5 x 20; rear 9.5 x 20 | 16 |
| Handbrake Type | Electromechanical parking brake acting on the rear wheels | Not Applicable |
| Wheel Type | Not confirmed | 16" Alloy - 2 Tone Wheel |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | Not confirmed | - |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | Not confirmed | - |
| Parking Brake Type | Not confirmed | Manual parking brake |
| Tyre Load Index | Not confirmed | - |
| Tyre Speed Rating | Not confirmed | - |
| Brake Type Front | Not confirmed | Disc brakes |
| Brake Type Rear | Not confirmed | Drum brake |
| Tyre Type | Not confirmed | Radial |
| Front Tyre Width | Not confirmed | 195 mm |
| Rear Tyre Width | Not confirmed | 195 mm |
| Auto Brake Hold | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Brakes | Not confirmed | Front disc / rear drum |
| Cornering Brake Control | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Electric Park Brake | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Leather Steering Wheel | Not confirmed | Leather |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | Not confirmed | Full Size Spare wheel |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Trim | Not confirmed | Leather |
| Tyre Pressure Display | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Standard | Standard |
| Wheel Size Type | Not confirmed | 195/60R16 |
| Spec | Dawn | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Front Suspension | Double-wishbone pneumatic suspension with newly designed self-levelling air springs, active roll control and continuous electronic damping | Mac Pherson strut with Lower Transverse link |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link pneumatic suspension with newly designed self-levelling air springs, active roll control and continuous electronic damping | Twin tube telescopic shock absorbe |
| Front Track Width | Not confirmed | 1536 mm |
| Rear Track Width | Not confirmed | 1535 mm |
| Chassis Type | Not confirmed | - |
| Power Steering | Not confirmed | Electric Power Steering |
| Steering Column | Not confirmed | Steering wheel adjustment with manual tilt |
| Front Spring Type | Not confirmed | MacPherson strut |
| Rear Spring Type | Not confirmed | Torsion beam / twin-tube shock absorber |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | Not confirmed | - |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | Not confirmed | - |
| Shock Absorber Type | Not confirmed | Twin-tube telescopic shock absorber |
| Chassis Material | Not confirmed | - |
| Front Suspension Type | Double-wishbone pneumatic suspension with newly designed self-levelling air springs, active roll control and continuous electronic damping | Mac Pherson strut with Lower Transverse link |
| MagneRide Damping | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear Axle Type | Not confirmed | Twin tube telescopic shock absorbe |
| Rear Suspension Type | Multi-link pneumatic suspension with newly designed self-levelling air springs, active roll control and continuous electronic damping | Twin tube telescopic shock absorbe |
| Shock Absorbers | Not confirmed | Twin-tube telescopic shock absorber |
| Suspension | Not confirmed | Mac Pherson strut with Lower Transverse link |
| Spec | Dawn | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 326 g/km | 140.15 g/km |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | Designed for 95 RON; minimum 91 RON | Unleaded Petrol |
| Start Stop System | Not confirmed | - |
| Hybrid System Type | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Noise Level | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Variable Valve Timing | Not confirmed | - |
| Particulate Filter | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Euro Emission Standard | Not confirmed | - |
| Green NCAP Rating | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Idle CO2 Output | Not confirmed | 140.15 |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | Not confirmed | - |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | Not confirmed | 140.15 |
| Spec | Dawn | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Service Plan | 4 years, unlimited kilometres | 3 years / 30,000 km |
| Service Interval | Not confirmed | 10000 |
| Approx Service Cost | Not confirmed | - |
| Battery Warranty | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Maintenance Plan | Not confirmed | 3 years / 30,000 km |
| Engine Oil Capacity | Not confirmed | - |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | Not confirmed | 15 000 km |
| First Service At | Not confirmed | 10000 |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Alternator | Not confirmed | - |
| Service Intervals | Not confirmed | 10000 |
| Spec | Dawn | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Historical South African Dawn derivative launched locally in March 2016 and documented locally in 2018; the March 2022 global Dawn order-book closure is an outer bound, not proof of the exact South African withdrawal year, while production ended in 2023. | Top |
| Pricing Role | Historical price on application | Current listed price |
| Price Zar | Not confirmed | 323900 ZAR |
| Starting Price | Not confirmed | 323900 |
| Starting Price Zar | Not confirmed | 323900 |
| Spec | Dawn | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty | 4 years, unlimited kilometres | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| Warranty Years | 4 years, unlimited kilometres | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| Warranty Kilometers | 4 years, unlimited kilometres | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Basic Warranty | 4 years, unlimited kilometres | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Spec | Dawn | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | Not confirmed | - |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | Not confirmed | - |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | Not confirmed | - |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | Not confirmed | - |
In depth: how these cars differ
This Dawn and Magnite 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: Dawn 97 vs Magnite 16.
Efficiency index: Dawn 31 vs Magnite 65.
Safety-equipment index: Dawn 90 vs Magnite 86.
Practicality index: Dawn 52 vs Magnite 64.
Ownership-cover index: Dawn not separately scored vs Magnite 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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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-index readout
Dawn leads by 14 points
Dawn has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Magnite remains close.
Evidence leader
70
/100
Lead
14
points
Data
76%
source coverage
70
#1
Evidence leader
Dawn
76% source coverage
2 strong categories
Best at
Performance 97
Check
Efficiency 31
Performance
97
Efficiency
31
Safety
90
Practicality
52
Leads by 14 points
56
#2
Magnite
67% source coverage
1 strong categories
Best at
Safety 86
Check
Performance 16
Performance
16
Efficiency
65
Safety
86
Practicality
64
Performance 24%
Safety 22%
Practicality 22%
Efficiency 17%
Ownership 15%
Category leaders
What moves the verdict
Performance
Dawn +81
Efficiency
Magnite +34
Safety
Dawn +4
Practicality
Magnite +12
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Dawn
Performance
97/100
Efficiency
31/100
Safety
90/100
Practicality
52/100
Magnite
Performance
16/100
Efficiency
65/100
Safety
86/100
Practicality
64/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
Rolls-Royce Dawn
leads the specification evidence index with 70 pts
vs 56 pts for Magnite
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Dawn leads. However, Magnite may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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Dawn vs Magnite questions
There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the models and available derivatives in South Africa on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.
Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.
Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.
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.
Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.