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Geely E5 Electric vs Isuzu MU-X
A proper head-to-head in South Africa — we cover price, performance, petrol economy, safety and what it'll actually cost you to own each one long term.
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Geely E5 Electric
Apex Plus
Electric
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
Current
ZAR 788,888
ex-showroom
⚡ 160 kW
🔧 320 Nm
VS
Isuzu MU-X
3.0 DDi LSE 4x4 AT
Diesel
6-Speed Automatic
Current
ZAR 973,800
ex-showroom
⚡ 110 kW
🔧 350 Nm
⛽ 13.2 km/l
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Decision summary
Geely E5 Electric vs Isuzu MU-X: the short answer
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E5 Electric starts ZAR 52,401 cheaper
E5 Electric from ZAR 699,999 · MU-X from ZAR 752,400
Five key differences
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| Specification | E5 Electric | MU-X |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | E5 Electric160 kW | MU-X110 kW @ 3600 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | E5 Electric320 Nm | MU-X350 Nm |
| Engine Size | E5 ElectricNot Applicable | MU-X3000 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | E5 ElectricNot Applicable | MU-X13.2 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | E5 ElectricNot Officially Disclosed | MU-X235 mm |
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Source type: ISUZU MU-X Specification Book Rev17
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| Spec | E5 Electric | MU-X |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2025 | 2013 |
| Generation | Current South African model / exact generation number not separately published | Current generation MU-X built on Isuzu D-Max platform |
| Facelift History | No applicable South African facelift history established | Latest updates improved styling and safety tech |
| Facelift Launched Since | Not Applicable | Original current-generation version |
| Facelift Version Ending | Not Applicable | Current |
| Body Style | SUV | 7-seat SUV |
| Model Year | 2026 | MY26 |
| Production Status | active | published |
| Segment | Passenger vehicle | SUV |
| Vehicle Type | SUV | 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 | E5 Electric | MU-X |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4615 mm | 4850 mm |
| Width | 1901 mm | 1870 mm |
| Height | 1670 mm | 1825 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2750 mm | 2855 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | Not Officially Disclosed | 235 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | 80 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 461 l | - |
| Kerb Weight | 1815 kg | 2080 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | Not Officially Disclosed | 2800 kg |
| Payload Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | 659 kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | 3500 kg |
| Seating Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | 7 seats |
| Number of Rows | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Doors | Not Officially Disclosed | 5 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | Not Officially Disclosed | 11.4 m |
| Front Headroom | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Rear Headroom | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Front Legroom | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Rear Legroom | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Spec | E5 Electric | MU-X |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Electric motor | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Engine Code | Not Applicable | 4JJ3 |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Diesel |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | Not Applicable | 3000 cc |
| Cylinders | Not Applicable | 4 |
| Cylinder Layout | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Valves | Not Applicable | 16 |
| Valves per Cylinder | Not Applicable | 4 |
| Aspiration | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fuel System | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Compression Ratio | Not Applicable | 16.3:1 |
| Bore | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Stroke | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Maximum Power | 160 kW | 110 kW @ 3600 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 320 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Combined Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Combined Torque | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Motor Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Number of Motors | 1 | Not Applicable |
| Motor Location | Front | Not Applicable |
| Drive Type | FWD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Single-Speed Reduction Gear | 6-Speed Automatic |
| Top Speed | 175 km/h | Not Officially Disclosed |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.6 sec | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | Economy, Normal, Sport | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Launch Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rev Limiter | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 52.9 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 168.3 Nm/tonne |
| Battery Capacity | 68.39 kWh | Not Applicable |
| Usable Battery Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Battery Type | LFP Short Blade | Not Applicable |
| Battery Voltage | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Electric Range | 450 km (WLTP) | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Power | 11 kW | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Power | 100 kW | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Time | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Time | 20 min | Not Applicable |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes | Not Applicable |
| Spec | E5 Electric | MU-X |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | Single-Speed Reduction Gear | Automatic |
| Drivetrain Layout | Front-motor, front-wheel drive | 4WD / AWD |
| LSD Available | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Transfer Case | Not Officially Disclosed | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Differential Lock | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Paddle Shifters | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Final Drive Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Number of Gears | Not Officially Disclosed | 4 |
| Transmission Type | Not Officially Disclosed | 6 Speed Automatic |
| Clutch Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | FWD | 4WD / AWD |
| 4WD Engagement | Not Officially Disclosed | Available |
| 4WD Hi Range | Not Officially Disclosed | Available |
| 4WD Lo Range | Not Officially Disclosed | Available where 4WD low range is fitted |
| 4WD Selector | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Gearbox Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Automatic |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | Not Officially Disclosed | Available where 4WD low range is fitted |
| Axle Layout | Not Officially Disclosed | 4WD / AWD |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Transmission Speeds | Not Officially Disclosed | 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 | E5 Electric | MU-X |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | Not Applicable | 13.2 km/l |
| City Mileage | Not Applicable | 10.7 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | Not Applicable | 15.4 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | 80 l |
| Emission Standard | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Auto Start Stop | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Real-world Mileage | Not Applicable | 13.2 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | Not Officially Disclosed | 80 |
| Combined Driving Range | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Electric Consumption | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Highway | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Mixed | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Spec | E5 Electric | MU-X |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| ABS | Yes | Standard |
| Electronic Stability Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Traction Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Hill Descent Control | Yes | Standard |
| Hill Start Assist | Yes | Standard |
| Child Safety Lock | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| ISOFIX Mounts | Rear seats | Standard |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Yes | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Front Parking Sensors | Yes | Standard |
| AEB | Yes | Standard |
| BA | Yes | Standard |
| Brake Override System | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Curtain Airbags | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Driver Airbag | Yes | Standard |
| EBD | Yes | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Hill Hold | Yes | Standard |
| Passenger Airbag | Yes | Standard |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Yes | Standard |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Side Airbags | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Stability Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| TCS | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Knee Airbag | Not Officially Disclosed | Driver |
| ABS EBD | Yes | 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 | E5 Electric | MU-X |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Yes | Not Available |
| Lane Keep Assist | Yes | Standard |
| Lane Departure Warning | Yes | Standard |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Yes | Standard |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Yes | Standard |
| Parking Sensors | Front and rear | Front & Rear |
| Rear View Camera | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| 360 Degree Camera | Yes | Standard |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Yes | Standard |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Auto Highbeam | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Auto Wipers | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Not Officially Disclosed | Front & Rear |
| Reverse Camera | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Yes | Not Available |
| Park Assist | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Around View Monitor | Yes | Standard |
| Blind Spot Warning | Yes | Standard |
| Forward Collision Warning | Not Officially Disclosed | 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 | Yes | Standard |
| Spec | E5 Electric | MU-X |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Not Officially Disclosed | Partial Leather |
| Heated Seats | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Ventilated Seats | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Ambient Lighting | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Material | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Not Officially Disclosed | Driver Power 8-way & Passenger Power 4-way |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | Not Officially Disclosed | Driver Power 8-way & Passenger Power 4-way |
| Seat Trim | Not Officially Disclosed | 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 | E5 Electric | MU-X |
|---|---|---|
| Climate Control | Automatic climate control | Auto climate control with rear cabin cooling vents |
| Power Windows | Not Officially Disclosed | All with driver one touch, jam protection and timer |
| Keyless Entry | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Push Button Start | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Wireless Charging | Yes | Not Available |
| Sunroof | Panoramic sunroof with power shade | Not Available |
| Electric Tailgate | Not Officially Disclosed | Power with step sensor and control switch |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| AC Type | Automatic climate 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 | Not Officially Disclosed | Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33 |
| Steering Mounted Controls | - | Standard |
| Tail Lamps | - | Standard |
| Telescopic Steering | - | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Tilt Steering | - | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Air Conditioning | Automatic climate 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 | 19-inch alloy wheels | Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33 |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | - | Standard / Very Dark Magnetite |
| Side Impact Bars | - | Standard |
| Sonar | - | Front & Rear |
| Sound System | Not Officially Disclosed | 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 | Yes | Standard |
| Tailgate Damper | - | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | - | Not Available |
| Tow Bar Type | - | Not Available |
| TPMS | Yes | Standard |
| Trailer Stability Assist | - | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Trailer Sway Control | - | Standard |
| Trim Level | - | flagship |
| Unlocking | Not Officially Disclosed | 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 | E5 Electric | MU-X |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | 15.4-inch HD touchscreen | SYNC |
| Apple CarPlay | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Android Auto | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Number of Speakers | Not Officially Disclosed | 8 |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard, 7-inch with decoration |
| USB Ports | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Infotainment Screen | 15.4-inch HD touchscreen | SYNC |
| Touchscreen | 15.4-inch HD touchscreen | 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 | 15.4-inch HD touchscreen | 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 | Not Officially Disclosed | 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 | E5 Electric | MU-X |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | Not Officially Disclosed | Bi-LED |
| Daytime Running Lamps | Not Officially Disclosed | LED |
| Fog Lamps | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard, LED |
| Roof Rails | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard / Very Dark Magnetite |
| Exterior Colour Options | Snowy White, Frost Grey, Jade Green, Basil Green, Mica Blue, Obsidian Black | 5 |
| Headlights | Not Officially Disclosed | Bi-LED |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Yes | Not Available |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Standard |
| Rear Wiper | - | Auto, Rain Sensing |
| Door Handle Finish | - | Body Colour |
| Body Type | - | SUV |
| DRL | Not Officially Disclosed | LED |
| Fog Lights | - | Standard, LED |
| Front Fog Lights | - | Standard, LED |
| Led Headlights | Not Officially Disclosed | Bi-LED |
| Led Taillights | - | Standard |
| Auto Headlights | - | Standard |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lights | Not Officially Disclosed | 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 | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard, LED |
| Front Overhang Mm | - | 895 mm |
| Headlamp Levelling | - | Automatic |
| Headlamps | Not Officially Disclosed | Bi-LED |
| Headlight Type | Not Officially Disclosed | 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 | E5 Electric | MU-X |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | Not Officially Disclosed | 30.0 deg |
| Departure Angle | Not Officially Disclosed | 26.0 deg |
| Wading Depth | Not Officially Disclosed | 800 mm |
| Terrain Modes | Not Officially Disclosed | 4WD/off-road drive mode support |
| Locking Differential | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| 4WD System Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Four-wheel drive |
| Breakover Angle | Not Officially Disclosed | 24.0 deg |
| Underbody Protection | - | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Hill Descent Control | Yes | 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 | E5 Electric | MU-X |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | Not Officially Disclosed | 265/60R18 |
| Front Brake Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Rear Brake Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Spare Wheel Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33 |
| Wheel Rim Size | 19-inch alloy wheels | Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33 |
| Handbrake Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Parking Brake Type | - | Standard |
| Spare Tyre | Not Officially Disclosed | Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33 |
| Tyre Type | - | 265/60R18 |
| Wheel Diameter | 19-inch alloy wheels | 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 | Yes | Standard |
| Wheel Size Type | - | Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33 |
| Spec | E5 Electric | MU-X |
|---|---|---|
| Front Suspension | Independent suspension | Independent High-ride Coil |
| Rear Suspension | Not Officially Disclosed | 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 suspension | 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 | Not Officially Disclosed | Multi-link Coil |
| Shock Absorbers | - | Gas |
| Suspension | - | Independent High-ride Coil |
| Track Front Rear Mm | - | 1570 / 1570 |
| Spec | E5 Electric | MU-X |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | Not Officially Disclosed | 200 g/km |
| Hybrid System Type | - | Not Available |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | - | Diesel |
| Idle CO2 Output | - | 200 |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | - | 200 |
| Spec | E5 Electric | MU-X |
|---|---|---|
| Service Plan | 6 years / 120,000 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 | 6 years / 120,000 km | 5 years / 90 000 km |
| Service Plan Distance | 6 years / 120,000 km | 5 years / 90 000 km |
| Alternator | - | 120A |
| Service Intervals | - | 12 months / 15 000 km |
| Spec | E5 Electric | MU-X |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | top | Flagship |
| Price Zar | 788888 ZAR | 973800 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Current South African retail price | Current listed price |
| Starting Price | 788888 | 973800 |
| Starting Price Zar | 788888 | 973800 |
| Spec | E5 Electric | MU-X |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty | Vehicle: 6 years / 150,000 km; battery: 8 years / 200,000 km; roadside assistance: 5 years / unlimited km | 5 years / 120 000 km |
| Warranty Years | Vehicle: 6 years / 150,000 km; battery: 8 years / 200,000 km; roadside assistance: 5 years / unlimited km | 5 years / 120 000 km |
| Warranty Kilometers | Vehicle: 6 years / 150,000 km; battery: 8 years / 200,000 km; roadside assistance: 5 years / unlimited km | 5 years / 120 000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | - | 5 years / 120 000 km |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | - | 5 years / unlimited km |
| Basic Warranty | Vehicle: 6 years / 150,000 km; battery: 8 years / 200,000 km; roadside assistance: 5 years / unlimited 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 E5 Electric and MU-X comparison keeps the exact South African derivatives, lifecycle states, available prices and verified specifications side by side.
Hagalu has withheld an overall score because at least one selected vehicle does not yet have four comparable categories and 50% weighted source coverage. Missing catalogue evidence is not replaced with a neutral score or a guessed value.
Use the key-spec and full-spec tables to compare the fields that are confirmed. For a purchase decision, verify current availability, exact derivative equipment, finance, insurance and ownership cover with the relevant manufacturer or authorised retailer.
Specification Index Withheld
Hagalu does not turn missing specifications into neutral scores or guessed values.
Score withheld: fewer than four comparable categories or less than 50% weighted source coverage for at least one vehicle.
Use the verified key-spec and full-spec tables on this page. A ranked index will appear only after every selected vehicle has source-backed data in at least four categories and reaches 50% weighted coverage.
What the evidence means
No overall winner is declared because the selected vehicles do not yet meet Hagalu's minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold. Compare the confirmed rows and verify the exact derivative before buying.
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E5 Electric vs MU-X questions
There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the exact South African derivatives 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.