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.
The specs that matter most — highlighted where one car leads.
| Spec | Ertiga | XL6 |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | 77 kW @ 6000 rpm | 77 kW @ 6000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 138 Nm @ 4400 rpm | 138 Nm @ 4400 rpm |
| Engine Size | 1462 cc | 1462 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | 15.4 km/l | 15.4 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | 180 mm | 180 mm |
| Boot / Load Bay | 153 l | 209 l |
| Airbags | 6 | 6 |
| Kerb Weight | 1165 kg | 1175 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Warranty | 5 | 5 |
= leads in this spec
Ertiga and XL6 are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
| Spec | Ertiga | XL6 |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2019 | 2021 |
| Generation | Second generation on HEARTECT-derived extended platform with 2,740mm wheelbase specifically for 7-seat layout; K15B engine consistent across second-generation Ertiga globally | First generation XL6; shares wheelbase and drivetrain with second-generation Ertiga; unique 6-seat captain's chair configuration distinguishes it from the 7-seat Ertiga |
| Facelift History | Second-generation Ertiga launched in SA in 2019; updated specification in 2022 added improved infotainment with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay; GL AT variant added to expand automatic lineup | Launched in SA in 2021 as a new nameplate above the Ertiga; minor interior and specification updates in 2023; no mechanical changes since launch |
| Facelift Launched Since | 2022 | 2023 |
| Facelift Version Ending | Current | Current |
| Body Style | MPV | MPV |
| Color Note | Pearl Arctic White, Premium Silver Metallic, Midnight Black Pearl, Oxford Blue Metallic | Pearl Arctic White, Grandeur Grey, Midnight Black, Oxford Blue |
| Dealer Stock Note | Top grade in the South Africa lineup | Top grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Production Status | published | published |
| Segment | MPV | MPV |
| Tare Mass Kg | 1165 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Type | MPV | MPV |
| Spec | Ertiga | XL6 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4395 mm | 4445 mm |
| Width | 1735 mm | 1775 mm |
| Height | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2740 mm | 2740 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 180 mm | 180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 l | 45 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 153 l | 209 l |
| Kerb Weight | 1165 kg | 1175 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 1680 kg | 1715 kg |
| Payload Capacity | 550 kg | 540 kg |
| Towing Capacity | 1000 kg | 1200 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Rows | 3 rows | 3 rows |
| Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 5.2 m | 5.2 m |
| Front Headroom | 995 mm | 995 mm |
| Rear Headroom | 990 mm | 990 mm |
| Front Legroom | 1040 mm | 1040 mm |
| Rear Legroom | 935 mm | 935 mm |
| Spec | Ertiga | XL6 |
|---|---|---|
| Front Track Width | 1515 mm | 1515 mm |
| Rear Track Width | 1520 mm | 1520 mm |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring | MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam with Coil Spring | Torsion Beam with Coil Spring |
| Chassis Type | Monocoque | Monocoque |
| Power Steering | Electric Power Assisted (EPAS) | Electric Power Assisted (EPAS) |
| Steering Column | Tilt and Telescopic Adjustable | Tilt and Telescopic Adjustable |
| Front Spring Type | Coil Spring | Coil Spring |
| Rear Spring Type | Coil Spring | Coil Spring |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | Standard | Standard |
| Shock Absorber Type | Telescopic Gas Dampers | Telescopic Gas Dampers |
| Chassis Material | Monocoque | Monocoque |
| Front Suspension Type | MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring | MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring |
| MagneRide Damping | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rear Axle Type | Torsion Beam with Coil Spring | Torsion Beam with Coil Spring |
| Rear Suspension Type | Torsion Beam with Coil Spring | Torsion Beam with Coil Spring |
| Shock Absorbers | Telescopic Gas Dampers | Telescopic Gas Dampers |
| Suspension | MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring | MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring |
| Spec | Ertiga | XL6 |
|---|---|---|
| Load Bed Length | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Climate Control | Manual Air Conditioning | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Power Windows | All Four Windows | All Four Windows |
| Keyless Entry | Not Available | Not Available |
| Push Button Start | Not Available | Not Available |
| Wireless Charging | Not Available | Wireless Apple CarPlay |
| Sunroof | Not Available | Not Available |
| Electric Tailgate | Not Available | Not Available |
| Automatic Headlamps | Not Available | Standard |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Not Available | Standard |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | Not Available | Not Available |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | 803 l | 803 l |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | 803 l | 803 l |
| Rear Window Defroster | Standard | Standard |
| Electric Mirror Folding | Electrically Adjustable Body-Coloured Mirrors | Electrically Adjustable Auto-Fold Mirrors |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | Standard — Driver Height Adjustable | Standard — Driver Height Adjustable |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | Not Available | Not Available |
| 12V Accessory Socket | 1 x 12V Socket | 1 x 12V Socket |
| Speed Limiter | Not Available | Standard |
| AC Type | Manual Air Conditioning | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Adaptive Dampers | Not Available | Not Available |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | Not Available | Not Available |
| Climate Zones | Manual Air Conditioning | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | All Four Windows | All Four Windows |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | Not Available | Not Available |
| Engine Start Stop | Not Available | Not Available |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Not Available | Not Available |
| Engine Warranty | 4 Years | 4 Years |
| Front Armrest | Standard Centre Armrest | Standard Centre Armrest |
| Front Power Outlet | 1 x 12V Socket | 1 x 12V Socket |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | 6.5 | 6.5 |
| Glovebox Cooling | All Four Door Pockets | All Four Door Pockets |
| Hill Start Assist | Standard | Standard |
| Panoramic Roof | Not Available | Not Available |
| Performance Data Logger | Not Available | Not Available |
| Power Mirrors | All Four Windows | All Four Windows |
| Push Button Start | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rear Defogger | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Seat Split | 60:40 Second Row + Full Third Row Fold Flat | 60:40 Second Row + Full Third Row Fold Flat |
| Rear Wing | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rev Matching | Not Available | Not Available |
| Seat Type | Premium Fabric | Leatherette Captain Seats (Row 2) |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | All Seats | All Seats |
| Spare Wheel | Full Size Spare | Full Size Spare |
| Speed Alert System | Not Available | Standard |
| Stabilizer Bar | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Mounted Controls | Standard | Standard |
| Telescopic Steering | Tilt and Telescopic | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Tilt Steering | Tilt and Telescopic | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Voice Command | Via Smartphone | Via Smartphone |
| Voice Command Support | Via Smartphone Mirroring | Via Smartphone Mirroring |
| Accelerator 0 100 | 14.5 sec | 14.5 sec |
| Air Conditioning | Manual Air Conditioning | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Battery Preconditioning | Not Available | Not Available |
| Bed Extender | Not Available | Not Available |
| Bottle Holders | 6 | 6 |
| Canopy Fitment | Not Available | Not Available |
| Centre Console | Standard Centre Armrest | Standard Centre Armrest |
| Common Rail Injection | Multi-Point Fuel Injection (MPFI) | Multi-Point Fuel Injection (MPFI) |
| Diff Lock | Not Available | Not Available |
| Difflock | Not Available | Not Available |
| Digital Speedometer | Analogue with Digital Trip Display | Analogue with Digital Trip Display |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | Electrically Adjustable Body-Coloured Mirrors | Electrically Adjustable Auto-Fold Mirrors |
| Front Diff Lock | Not Available | Not Available |
| Front Wiper | Standard | Standard |
| Front Wipers Type | Standard | Standard |
| Glove Box | All Four Door Pockets | All Four Door Pockets |
| Intelligent Battery System | Not Available | Not Available |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | Not Available | Not Available |
| Lift Gate | Not Available | Not Available |
| Load Bed Cover | Not Available | Not Available |
| Load Bed Light | Not Available | Not Available |
| Load Bed Steps | Not Available | Not Available |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | Not Available | Not Available |
| Loadbox Length Mm | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | Not Available | Not Available |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | Not Available | Not Available |
| Loadbox Width Mm | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Manual Aircon | Manual Air Conditioning | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Mirror | Electrically Adjustable Body-Coloured Mirrors | Electrically Adjustable Body-Coloured Mirrors |
| One Pedal Driving | Not Available | Not Available |
| Passive Entry Start | Not Available | Not Available |
| Power Socket 12v | 1 x 12V Socket | 1 x 12V Socket |
| Powered Tailgate | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rear Air Conditioning | Third Row AC Vents | Dedicated Row 2 and Row 3 AC Vents |
| Rear Diff Lock | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rear Electric Motor | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | Not Available | Not Available |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | Not Available | Not Available |
| Remote Central Locking | Remote Central Locking | Remote Central Locking |
| Remote Side Mirror | Electrically Adjustable Body-Coloured Mirrors | Electrically Adjustable Body-Coloured Mirrors |
| Rim Size | 15 Inches | 16 Inches |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | Not Available | Not Available |
| Side Impact Bars | Standard | Standard |
| Sonar | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors |
| Sound System | 4 | 6 |
| Source Model Column | ertiga | xl6 |
| Sport Plus Mode | Not Available | Not Available |
| Sports Bar | Not Available | Not Available |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | Standard | Standard |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Column Adjustment | Tilt and Telescopic | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Sub Frame | Monocoque | Monocoque |
| Surround View Monitor | Not Available | Not Available |
| Tailgate Damper | Not Available | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | Not Available | Not Available |
| Tow Bar Type | Not Available | Not Available |
| TPMS | Not Available | Standard |
| Trim Level | top | top |
| Unlocking | Not Available | Not Available |
| Variant Role | Core range derivative | Core range derivative |
| Vdc | Standard | Standard |
| Vehicle To Grid | Not Available | Not Available |
| Vehicle To Load | Not Available | Not Available |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | Not Available | Not Available |
| Walk Away Lock | Not Available | Not Available |
| Wireless Charger | Not Available | Wireless Apple CarPlay |
| Spec | Ertiga | XL6 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol | 1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol |
| Engine Code | K15B | K15B |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 1462 cc | 1462 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Cylinder Layout | Inline | Inline |
| Valves | 16 | 16 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated | Naturally Aspirated |
| Fuel System | Multi-Point Injection | Multi-Point Injection |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Bore | 74 mm | 74 mm |
| Stroke | 85.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Maximum Power | 77 kW @ 6000 rpm | 77 kW @ 6000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 138 Nm @ 4400 rpm | 138 Nm @ 4400 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 | FWD | FWD |
| Transmission | 4-Speed Automatic | 4-Speed Automatic |
| Top Speed | 175 km/h | 175 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 14.5 sec | 14.5 sec |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Launch Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rev Limiter | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 66.1 kW/tonne | 65.5 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 118.5 Nm/tonne | 117.4 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 | Ertiga | XL6 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Position | Transverse Front-Mounted | Transverse Front-Mounted |
| Gearbox | 4-Speed Automatic | 4-Speed Automatic |
| Drivetrain Layout | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| LSD Available | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Transfer Case | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Paddle Shifters | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Final Drive Ratio | 4.388:1 | 4.388:1 |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | 2.8 | 2.8 |
| Number of Gears | 4 | 4 |
| Transmission Type | 4-Speed Automatic | 4-Speed Automatic |
| Clutch Type | Single Dry Plate Diaphragm | Single Dry Plate Diaphragm |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Type | 4-Speed Automatic | 4-Speed Automatic |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| 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 | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Differential Type Front | Not Available | Not Available |
| Differential Type Rear | Not Available | Not Available |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Gearbox Type | 4-Speed Automatic | 4-Speed Automatic |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Axle Layout | FWD | FWD |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Transfer Case Guard | Not Available | Not Available |
| Transmission Speeds | 4 | 4 |
| Spec | Ertiga | XL6 |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 15.4 km/l | 15.4 km/l |
| City Mileage | 12.8 km/l | 12.8 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | 18.2 km/l | 18.2 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 l | 45 l |
| Emission Standard | Euro 5 | Euro 5 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Auto Start Stop | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Real-world Mileage | 15.4 km/l | 15.4 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 45 | 45 |
| Combined Driving Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Electric Consumption | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Highway | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Mixed | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Spec | Ertiga | XL6 |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 6 | 6 |
| ABS | Standard | Standard |
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard | Standard |
| Traction Control | Standard | Standard |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Hill Start Assist | Standard | Standard |
| Child Safety Lock | Standard | Standard |
| ISOFIX Mounts | 2 Rear ISOFIX Points | 2 Rear ISOFIX Points |
| Brake Assist | Standard | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Not Available | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Standard | Standard |
| Alarm System | Standard | Standard |
| Central Locking | Remote Central Locking | Remote Central Locking |
| Side Impact Beams | Standard | Standard |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | All Seats | All Seats |
| Speed Alert System | Standard — Audible Warning at 120 km/h | Standard — Audible Warning at 120 km/h |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | Not Available | Not Available |
| Front Parking Sensors | Not Available | Not Available |
| Safety Rating | Not Independently Rated | Not Independently Rated |
| Whiplash Protection | Active Head Restraints on Front Seats | Active Head Restraints on Front Seats |
| Lane Change Warning | Not Available | Not Available |
| AEB | Not Available | Not Available |
| BA | Standard | Standard |
| Brake Override System | Not Available | Not Available |
| Curtain Airbags | Not Available | Not Available |
| Driver Airbag | 6 | 6 |
| EBD | Standard | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Standard | Standard |
| Hill Hold | Standard | Standard |
| Passenger Airbag | 6 | 6 |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Not Available | Not Available |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | All Seats | All Seats |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Side Airbags | Not Available | Not Available |
| Stability Control | Standard | Standard |
| TCS | Standard | Standard |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Not Available | Not Available |
| Knee Airbag | Not Available | Not Available |
| ABS EBD | Standard | Standard |
| Anti Theft Alarm | Standard | Standard |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | 6 | 6 |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | 6 | 6 |
| ESC With Traction Control | Standard | Standard |
| Spec | Ertiga | XL6 |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Lane Keep Assist | Not Available | Not Available |
| Lane Departure Warning | Not Available | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Not Available | Not Available |
| Parking Sensors | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors |
| Rear View Camera | Standard Reverse Camera | Standard Reverse Camera |
| 360 Degree Camera | Not Available | Not Available |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Not Available | Not Available |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Not Available | Not Available |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Not Available | Not Available |
| Auto Highbeam | Not Available | Not Available |
| Auto Lights | Not Available | Standard |
| Auto Wipers | Not Available | Standard |
| EV Mode | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Standard Reverse Camera | Standard Reverse Camera |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Park Assist | Not Available | Not Available |
| Around View Monitor | Not Available | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Warning | Not Available | Not Available |
| Emergency Braking | Not Available | Not Available |
| Forward Collision Warning | Not Available | Not Available |
| Front Camera | Not Available | Not Available |
| Parking Distance Sensors | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors |
| Parking Sensor | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors |
| Pre-Collision System | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | Not Available | Standard |
| Rear View Camera | Standard Reverse Camera | Standard Reverse Camera |
| Reverse Camera Type | Standard Reverse Camera | Standard Reverse Camera |
| Reversing Camera | Standard Reverse Camera | Standard Reverse Camera |
| Surround View Camera | Not Available | Not Available |
| Spec | Ertiga | XL6 |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Premium Fabric | Leatherette Captain Seats (Row 2) |
| Seat Adjustment | Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment | Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment |
| Heated Seats | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Ventilated Seats | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Steering Type | Electric Power Assisted (EPAS) | Electric Power Assisted (EPAS) |
| Steering Adjustment | Tilt and Telescopic | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Ambient Lighting | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Folding Rear Seats | 60:40 Second Row + Full Third Row Fold Flat | 60:40 Second Row + Full Third Row Fold Flat |
| Front Armrest | Standard Centre Armrest | Standard Centre Armrest |
| Rear Armrest | Integrated in Seat Back | Integrated in Seat Back |
| Front Shoulder Room | 1395 mm | 1395 mm |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Cup Holders | 6 | 6 |
| Rear AC Vents | Third Row AC Vents | Dedicated Row 2 and Row 3 AC Vents |
| Rear USB Ports | 2 | 2 |
| Steering Wheel Material | Urethane | Urethane |
| Instrument Cluster Type | Analogue with Digital Trip Display | Analogue with Digital Trip Display |
| Interior Colour Options | 2 | 2 |
| Driver Lumbar Support | Not Available | Not Available |
| Door Map Pockets | All Four Door Pockets | All Four Door Pockets |
| 60 40 Split Seat | 60:40 Second Row + Full Third Row Fold Flat | 60:40 Second Row + Full Third Row Fold Flat |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment | Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment | Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment |
| Fabric Seats | Premium Fabric | Leatherette Captain Seats (Row 2) |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment | Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment |
| Armrest Front | Standard Centre Armrest | Standard Centre Armrest |
| Armrest Rear | Integrated in Seat Back | Integrated in Seat Back |
| Boot Space Seats Down | 803 | 803 |
| Driver Seat | Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment | Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | Three rows of seating for 7 occupants, fold-flat second and third rows, 9-inch touchscreen on GLX with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, reverse camera on GLX, dual front airbags standard, ABS standard, manual air-conditio | Captain's chairs in second row with walk-through centre, leather-touch interior surfaces, 9-inch touchscreen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, automatic climate control, third-row fold-flat seating, dual front airbags |
| Interior Trim Colour | 2 | 2 |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | Premium Fabric | Leatherette Captain Seats (Row 2) |
| Interior Colours | 2 | 2 |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | Integrated in Seat Back | Integrated in Seat Back |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | Not Available | Not Available |
| Seat Belt Warning | All Seats | All Seats |
| Seat Fold Type | 60:40 Second Row + Full Third Row Fold Flat | 60:40 Second Row + Full Third Row Fold Flat |
| Seat Trim | Premium Fabric | Leatherette Captain Seats (Row 2) |
| Spec | Ertiga | XL6 |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | 7-inch Touchscreen | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Apple CarPlay | Wired Apple CarPlay | Wireless Apple CarPlay |
| Android Auto | Wired Android Auto | Wired Android Auto |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Standard | Standard |
| Number of Speakers | 4 | 6 |
| Navigation System | Via Smartphone Mirroring | Via Smartphone Mirroring |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | 7-inch Colour Digital MID | 9-inch Digital Cluster |
| USB Ports | 2 | 2 |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Wired Apple CarPlay | Wireless Apple CarPlay |
| Wireless Android Auto | Wired Android Auto | Wired Android Auto |
| FM Radio | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Standard | Standard |
| Voice Recognition | Via Smartphone | Via Smartphone |
| AUX Input | Not Available | Not Available |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 7-inch Touchscreen | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | Not Available | Not Available |
| Audio Controls On Steering | Standard | Standard |
| Infotainment Display | 7-inch Touchscreen | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Rear Usb | 2 | 2 |
| Audio | Standard | Standard |
| Audio Speakers | 4 | 6 |
| Audio System | Standard | Standard |
| Display Audio | 7-inch Touchscreen | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | 2 | 2 |
| Infotainment Screen | 7-inch Touchscreen | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Multi Information Display | Analogue with Digital Trip Display | Analogue with Digital Trip Display |
| Connected Services | Standard | Standard |
| Voice Control | Via Smartphone | Via Smartphone |
| Smartphone Connectivity | Wired Apple CarPlay | Wireless Apple CarPlay |
| Radio | Standard | Standard |
| Touchscreen | 7-inch Touchscreen | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Spec | Ertiga | XL6 |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | Halogen Projector Headlamps | LED Projector Headlamps |
| Daytime Running Lamps | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Front Fog Lamps | Front Fog Lamps |
| Roof Rails | Not Available | Not Available |
| Alloy Wheel Design | 15-inch Alloy Wheels | 16-inch Alloy Wheels |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | Not Available | Not Available |
| Body Cladding | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rear Spoiler | Not Available | Not Available |
| Exterior Colour Options | 6 | 6 |
| Roof Type | Standard Fixed Roof | Standard Fixed Roof |
| Wing Mirror Type | Electrically Adjustable Body-Coloured Mirrors | Electrically Adjustable Body-Coloured Mirrors |
| Rear Wiper | Standard | Standard |
| Door Handle Finish | Body-Coloured Door Handles | Body-Coloured Door Handles |
| Body Type | MPV | MPV |
| DRL | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lights | Front Fog Lamps | Front Fog Lamps |
| Front Fog Lights | Front Fog Lamps | Front Fog Lamps |
| Led Headlights | Halogen Projector Headlamps | LED Projector Headlamps |
| Auto Headlights | Not Available | Standard |
| Automatic Headlamps | Not Available | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lights | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | Not Available | Not Available |
| Exterior Colour Options | 4 | 4 |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | Body-Coloured Door Handles | Body-Coloured Door Handles |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | All Four Windows | All Four Windows |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | Electrically Adjustable Body-Coloured Mirrors | Electrically Adjustable Auto-Fold Mirrors |
| Front Fog Lamps | Front Fog Lamps | Front Fog Lamps |
| Headlamp Levelling | Halogen Projector Headlamps | LED Projector Headlamps |
| Headlamps | Halogen Projector Headlamps | LED Projector Headlamps |
| Headlight Type | Halogen Projector Headlamps | LED Projector Headlamps |
| Headlights | Halogen Projector Headlamps | LED Projector Headlamps |
| Load Bed Liner | Not Available | Not Available |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Not Available | Not Available |
| Active Exhaust | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rear Spoiler | Not Available | Not Available |
| Sunroof Slide | Not Available | Not Available |
| Sunroof Tilt | Not Available | Not Available |
| Spec | Ertiga | XL6 |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | 18 deg | 18 deg |
| Departure Angle | 20 deg | 20 deg |
| Wading Depth | 0 mm | 0 mm |
| Terrain Modes | Not Available | Not Available |
| Locking Differential | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Underbody Protection | Not Available | Not Available |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | 0 deg | 0 deg |
| Recovery Hooks | 1 Rear Tow Hook | 1 Rear Tow Hook |
| 4WD System Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Ramp-over Angle | 0 deg | 0 deg |
| Approach Angle Deg | 18 deg | 18 deg |
| Breakover Angle | 0 deg | 0 deg |
| Departure Angle Deg | 20 deg | 20 deg |
| Energy Recovery Display | Not Available | Not Available |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | Not Available | Not Available |
| Ground Clearance Max | 180 mm | 180 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | 180 mm | 180 mm |
| Off Road Descent Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Off Road Traction Assist | Not Available | Not Available |
| Crawl Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rear Skid Plate Guard | Not Available | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Fuel Tank | Not Available | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Transfer Case | Not Available | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Mud | Not Available | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Normal | Not Available | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Rock | Not Available | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Sand | Not Available | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Snow | Not Available | Not Available |
| Terrain Response System | Not Available | Not Available |
| Underbody Camera | Not Available | Not Available |
| Wading Depth Mm | 0 mm | 0 mm |
| Spec | Ertiga | XL6 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 185/65 R15 | 195/60 R16 |
| Wheel Type | 15-inch Alloy Wheels | 16-inch Alloy Wheels |
| Front Brake Type | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Drum | Drum |
| Spare Wheel Type | Full Size Spare | Full Size Spare |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | 258 mm | 262 mm |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | 200 mm | 210 mm |
| Parking Brake Type | Conventional Handbrake | Conventional Handbrake |
| Tyre Load Index | 88 | 89 |
| Tyre Speed Rating | H | H |
| Wheel Rim Size | 15 Inches | 16 Inches |
| Brake Type Front | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Brake Type Rear | Drum | Drum |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size Spare | Full Size Spare |
| Tyre Type | 185/65 R15 | 195/60 R16 |
| Wheel Diameter | 15 Inches | 16 Inches |
| Auto Brake Hold | Conventional Handbrake | Conventional Handbrake |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | Not Available | Not Available |
| Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Cornering Brake Control | Standard | Standard |
| Electric Park Brake | Conventional Handbrake | Conventional Handbrake |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | Not Available | Not Available |
| Handbrake Type | Conventional Handbrake | Conventional Handbrake |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | Standard | Standard |
| Leather Steering Wheel | Urethane | Urethane |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | Full Size Spare | Full Size Spare |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Trim | Urethane | Urethane |
| Tyre Pressure Display | Not Available | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Not Available | Standard |
| Wheel Material | 15-inch Alloy Wheels | 16-inch Alloy Wheels |
| Wheel Size Type | 15 Inches | 16 Inches |
| Wheels | 15-inch Alloy Wheels | 16-inch Alloy Wheels |
| Spec | Ertiga | XL6 |
|---|---|---|
| Service Interval | 15,000 km or 12 Months | 15,000 km or 12 Months |
| Approx Service Cost | Approx R2,000–R2,500 per Service | Approx R2,000–R2,500 per Service |
| Battery Warranty | 12 Months | 12 Months |
| Maintenance Plan | Not Included | Not Included |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 3.7 l | 3.7 l |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | 10,000 km or 6 Months | 10,000 km or 6 Months |
| First Service At | 1,000 km Inspection | 1,000 km Inspection |
| Service Plan Duration | Not Included | Not Included |
| Service Plan Distance | Not Included | Not Included |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | Underbody Rust Protection | Underbody Rust Protection |
| Service Plan | Not Included | Not Included |
| Service Intervals | 15,000 km or 12 Months | 15,000 km or 12 Months |
| Spec | Ertiga | XL6 |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty Years | 5 | 5 |
| Warranty Kilometers | 5 | 5 |
| Roadside Assistance | 5 Years Roadside Assistance | 5 Years Roadside Assistance |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | 3 Years Anti-Corrosion | 3 Years Anti-Corrosion |
| Basic Warranty | 5 | 5 |
| Roadside Assistance | 5 Years Roadside Assistance | 5 Years Roadside Assistance |
| Warranty | 5 | 5 |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | 5 Years Roadside Assistance | 5 Years Roadside Assistance |
| Spec | Ertiga | XL6 |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 153 g/km | 153 g/km |
| Start Stop System | Not Available | Not Available |
| Hybrid System Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Noise Level | 68 dB | 68 dB |
| Variable Valve Timing | VVT on Intake Camshaft | VVT on Intake Camshaft |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | 93 RON Unleaded | 93 RON Unleaded |
| Particulate Filter | Gasoline Particulate Filter (GPF) | Gasoline Particulate Filter (GPF) |
| Euro Emission Standard | Euro 5 | Euro 5 |
| Green NCAP Rating | Not Independently Rated | Not Independently Rated |
| Idle CO2 Output | Within Euro 5 Limits | Within Euro 5 Limits |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP) | Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP) |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | 153 | 153 |
| Spec | Ertiga | XL6 |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | 6.5 l/100km | 6.5 l/100km |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | 8.5 l/100km | 8.5 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | 5.0 l/100km | 5.0 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | 6.5 l/100km | 6.5 l/100km |
| Owner Review Count | 0 | 0 |
| Spec | Ertiga | XL6 |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Top | Top |
| Price Zar | 363900 ZAR | 384900 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Current listed price | Current listed price |
| Starting Price | 363900 | 384900 |
| Starting Price Zar | 363900 | 384900 |
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Ertiga and XL6 are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
In Hagalu's source-backed catalogue index, Ertiga leads. However, XL6 may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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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.
Hagalu does not publish a guaranteed resale winner. Depreciation depends on age, mileage, condition, derivative, colour, supply and demand. Compare several current used-market listings and obtain trade-in valuations for equivalent examples before relying on a resale estimate.
Check the exact derivatives for drive type, ground clearance, tyres, approach and departure angles, wading depth and low-range gearing where officially disclosed. SUV styling or all-wheel drive alone does not prove that a vehicle is suitable for demanding off-road use.
Calculate each exact derivative using your monthly distance and a current fuel or electricity price, then add finance, insurance, scheduled service, tyres and licence costs. Hagalu does not claim a fixed monthly saving without those buyer-specific inputs.
It is worth more only when the exact price difference buys equipment, space, performance or ownership cover that matters to you. Compare like-for-like lifecycle states and derivatives; a current offer and a historical last-listed price are not directly equivalent.
This Ertiga and XL6 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: Ertiga 29 vs XL6 29.
Efficiency index: Ertiga 59 vs XL6 59.
Safety-equipment index: Ertiga 86 vs XL6 87.
Practicality index: Ertiga 55 vs XL6 55.
Ownership-cover index: Ertiga 71 vs XL6 71.
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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