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 verified specification tables are ready to compare, but Hagalu has withheld a ranked verdict because the selected vehicles do not yet meet the minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold.
Full Specs, Side by Side
Spec
GX
Osprey
Model Introduced Year
2025
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Generation
Third-generation Lexus GX 550 body-on-frame luxury SUV
Upcoming South African-market Tata Osprey compact SUV; Tata confirms Osprey as the local name for Nexon
Facelift History
All-new GX 550 launched in South Africa in 2025 with Overtrail and SE grades
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Facelift Launched Since
All-new GX 550 launched in South Africa in 2025 with Overtrail and SE grades
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Facelift Version Ending
Current South African specification checked 2026-07-17
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Body Style
SUV
SUV
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
published
upcoming
Segment
Luxury SUV
Compact SUV
Tare Mass Kg
2475-2515 kg
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Vehicle Type
SUV
Passenger Car
Spec
GX
Osprey
Length
5015 mm
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Width
2000 mm
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Height
1870 mm
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Wheelbase
2850 mm
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Ground Clearance (Default)
220 mm
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Fuel Tank Capacity
80 l
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Boot/Cargo Space
1063 l
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Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
3110 kg
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Towing Capacity
3500 kg
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Seating Capacity
5 seats
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Doors
5 doors
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Minimum Turning Radius
6 m
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Spec
GX
Osprey
Front Track Width
1687 mm
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Rear Track Width
1688 mm
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Front Suspension
Double Wishbone -
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Rear Suspension
Four Link with Coil Spring -
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Spec
GX
Osprey
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
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Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
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Climate Control
Auto Dual zone,Nano
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Power Windows
All/ All One Touch
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Keyless Entry
Standard Smart Entry
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Push Button Start
Push Start
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Wireless Charging
Standard
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Sunroof
Moonroof,Tilt & Slide
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Electric Tailgate
Standard Power + Hatch
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Rain Sensing Wipers
Standard
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AC Type
Auto Dual zone,Nano
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Heads Up Display
Standard
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Air Conditioning
Auto Dual zone,Nano
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Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
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Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
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Spec
GX
Osprey
Engine
3.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol
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Engine Code
Not Officially Disclosed
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Fuel Type
Petrol
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Hybrid System
Not Applicable
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Engine Displacement
3500 cc
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Cylinders
6
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Cylinder Layout
Not Officially Disclosed
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Valves
Not Officially Disclosed
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Valves per Cylinder
Not Officially Disclosed
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Aspiration
Turbocharged
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Fuel System
Petrol SFI + D-4ST
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Compression Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
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Bore
85.5 mm
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Stroke
100 mm
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Maximum Power
260 kW
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Maximum Torque
650 Nm
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Combined Power
Not Applicable
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Combined Torque
Not Applicable
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Motor Type
Not Applicable
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Number of Motors
Not Applicable
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Motor Location
Not Applicable
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Drive Type
4WD
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Transmission
10-Speed Automatic
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Top Speed
175 km/h
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0-100 km/h
7.0 sec
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Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
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Drive Modes
Standard Eco, Normal, Sport, Sport S+, Comfort, Custom
Siren/ Alarm,Immobiliser,Intrusion Sensor,Tilt Sensor,Ultra-Wide Band
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Alarm System
Siren/ Alarm,Immobiliser,Intrusion Sensor,Tilt Sensor,Ultra-Wide Band
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Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Front + Rear
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Front Parking Sensors
Standard Intelligent Clearance Sonar,Rear Cross Traffic Alert + Braking
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AEB
Standard
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BA
Standard
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Curtain Airbags
Standard
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Driver Airbag
Standard
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EBD
Standard
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Engine Immobiliser
Siren/ Alarm,Immobiliser,Intrusion Sensor,Tilt Sensor,Ultra-Wide Band
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Hill Hold
Standard
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Passenger Airbag
Standard
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Seatbelt Pretensioners
Pretensioner,Force Limiter,Tension Reducer -
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Seatbelt Reminder
Front + Rear
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Side Airbags
Standard
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Stability Control
Standard
Standard
TCS
Standard,,
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Knee Airbag
Standard
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ABS EBD
Standard
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Anti Theft Alarm
Siren/ Alarm,Immobiliser,Intrusion Sensor,Tilt Sensor,Ultra-Wide Band
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Spec
GX
Osprey
Cruise Control
Standard Adaptive,All Speed
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Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard Adaptive,All Speed
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Lane Keep Assist
Standard Lane Trace Assist
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Lane Departure Warning
Standard Lane Trace Assist
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Blind Spot Monitoring
Standard Safe Exit Assist
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Parking Sensors
Standard Intelligent Clearance Sonar,Rear Cross Traffic Alert + Braking
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Rear View Camera
EMV// Multi Terrain Monitor
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360 Degree Camera
Not Available
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Autonomous Emergency Braking
Standard
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Traffic Sign Recognition
Standard
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Auto Highbeam
Standard
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Auto Wipers
Auto,Rainsensing
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Rear Parking Sensors
Standard Intelligent Clearance Sonar,Rear Cross Traffic Alert + Braking
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Reverse Camera
EMV// Multi Terrain Monitor
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Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard Adaptive,All Speed
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Around View Monitor
Not Available
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Blind Spot Warning
Standard Safe Exit Assist
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Forward Collision Warning
Standard
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Spec
GX
Osprey
Seat Material
Synthetic Leather
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Seat Adjustment
Driver + Passenger Power
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Heated Seats
Standard Driver and Passenger only
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Ventilated Seats
Standard Front only
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Ambient Lighting
Standard
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Folding Rear Seats
60:40 - Tumble
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Rear Armrest
Standard
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Cup Holders
Standard 8
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Steering Wheel Material
3 Spoke/ Leather
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Instrument Cluster Type
Standard TFT
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Driver Lumbar Support
Driver 2-way,Power
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60 40 Split Seat
60:40 - Tumble
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Driver Seat Adjustment
Driver + Passenger Power
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Passenger Seat Adjustment
Driver + Passenger Power
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Seat Trim
Synthetic Leather
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Spec
GX
Osprey
Infotainment System
Lexus Premium/ EMV
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Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
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Number of Speakers
Standard 10
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Navigation System
Standard/ EMV
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Digital Instrument Cluster
Standard TFT
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USB Ports
Standard 6PCs
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Infotainment Screen Size
Lexus Premium/ EMV
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Audio Speakers
Standard 10
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Audio System
Lexus Premium/ EMV
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Front Rear USB Charge Ports
Standard 6PCs
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Infotainment Screen
Lexus Premium/ EMV
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Connected Services
Standard
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Touchscreen
Lexus Premium/ EMV
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Spec
GX
Osprey
LED Headlamps
Standard
Standard
Daytime Running Lamps
Standard LED
Sequential LED
Roof Rails
Standard
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Exterior Colour Options
Graphite Black GF, Sonic Titanium, Terrane Khaki, Titanium Carbide Gray, White Quartz
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Headlights
Standard
Standard
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
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Spec
GX
Osprey
Approach Angle
27.0 deg
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Departure Angle
22.0 deg
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Terrain Modes
Standard
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Locking Differential
Rear
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4WD System Type
Full-time four-wheel drive
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Approach Angle Deg
27.0 deg
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Departure Angle Deg
22.0 deg
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Ground Clearance Max
220 mm
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Ground Clearance Min
220 mm
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Crawl Control
Standard
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Spec
GX
Osprey
Tyre Size
F:265-70 R18 Aluminum / R:265-70 R18 Aluminum
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Front Brake Type
Ventilated Disc
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Rear Brake Type
Ventilated Disc
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Spare Wheel Type
Full 265-70 R18 Aluminum
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Wheel Rim Size
18
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Handbrake Type
Electric
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Spec
GX
Osprey
Service Interval
12 months / 10,000km
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Spec
GX
Osprey
CO2 Emissions
279 g/km
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Spec
GX
Osprey
Ownership Role
Private luxury, family and business
Upcoming South African passenger vehicle
Price Zar
1856600 ZAR
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Pricing Role
Top
Announced price not publicly listed
Starting Price
1856600
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Starting Price Zar
1856600
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Spec
GX
Osprey
Warranty
7 years / 100,000km
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Catalogue Score Withheld
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