Source type: Official OEM South Africa
GWM H6 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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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
GWM H6 vs Nissan Magnite: the short answer
H6 has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Magnite remains close.
Magnite starts ZAR 360,000 cheaper
H6 from ZAR 589,900 · Magnite from ZAR 229,900
Five key differences
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| Specification | H6 | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | H6115 kW @ 5500 rpm | Magnite53 kW @ 6250 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | H6260 Nm | Magnite96 Nm @ 3500 rpm |
| Engine Size | H61497 cc | Magnite999 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | H617.2 km/l | Magnite16.9 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | H6198 mm | Magnite205 mm |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Source type: Nissan South Africa Magnite official specifications page
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Specification evidence leader
H6
Strengths
- More powerful engine output
- Better fuel efficiency
- Stronger listed safety equipment
- Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
- No obvious weak spots to flag.
Best suited to:
Published Performance
Published Efficiency
Published Practicality
Magnite
Strengths
- Nothing stands out clearly here.
Weak Spots
- Less powerful engine setup
- Lower fuel efficiency
- Fewer listed safety features
- Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:
General Use
Which One's Right for You?
H6
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
- Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Magnite
- Buyers who prefer this derivative's confirmed specification mix
Full Specs, Side by Side
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| Spec | H6 | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions G Km | 134 | 140.15 |
| CO2 Emissions | 134 g/km | 140.15 g/km |
| Euro Emission Standard | Euro 5 | - |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | EVAP Canister | - |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | 95 Octane Unleaded | Unleaded Petrol |
| Green NCAP Rating | 4/5 | Not Available |
| Hybrid System Type | Full Parallel Hybrid (DHT) | Not Available |
| Idle CO2 Output | 134 | 140.15 |
| Noise Level | Low | Not Available |
| Particulate Filter | No | Not Available |
| Start Stop System | Yes | - |
| Variable Valve Timing | Yes | - |
| Spec | H6 | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| 360 Degree Camera | Yes | Around View Monitor |
| Active Engine Braking | No | - |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Yes | Not Available |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Yes | Not Available |
| Around View Monitor | Yes | Around View Monitor |
| Attention Assist | Yes | - |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Yes | Not Available |
| Automatic High Beam | Yes | Not Available |
| Auto Highbeam | Yes | Not Available |
| Auto Lights | Yes | LED bi-projector headlamp |
| Auto Park Assist | No | - |
| Auto Wipers | Yes | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Yes | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Warning | Yes | Not Available |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Cruise control with adjustable speed limiter |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Yes | Not Available |
| Eco Mode | Yes | Not Available |
| Emergency Braking | Yes | Not Available |
| EV Mode | Yes | Not Available |
| Forward Collision Warning | Yes | Not Available |
| Front Camera | Yes | Around View Monitor front camera |
| Lane Departure Warning | Yes | Not Available |
| Lane Keep Assist | Yes | Not Available |
| Park Assist | Yes | Not Available |
| Parking Distance Sensors | Front and Rear | Rear parking sensors |
| Parking Sensor | Front and Rear | Rear parking sensors |
| Parking Sensors | Front and Rear | Rear parking sensors |
| Pre-Collision System | Yes | Not Available |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | Yes | Not Available |
| Rear View Camera | Yes | Rear Parking Camera |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Yes | Not Available |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Rear parking sensors |
| Rear View Camera | Yes | Rear Parking Camera |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Rear Parking Camera |
| Reverse Camera Type | Yes | Rear Parking Camera |
| Reversing Camera | Yes | Rear Parking Camera |
| Sport Mode | Yes | Not Available |
| Surround View Camera | Yes | Around View Monitor |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Yes | Not Available |
| Spec | H6 | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Axle Layout | FWD | 2WD |
| Clutch Type | Wet Multi-Disc | Not Applicable |
| Differential Lock | No | Not Available |
| Differential Type Front | Not Available | Not Available |
| Differential Type Rear | Not Available | Not Available |
| Drive Mode Selector | Yes | - |
| Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | 2WD |
| Drivetrain Layout | Front Engine Front Wheel Drive | 2WD |
| Engine Position | Front Transverse | - |
| Final Drive Ratio | 3.73 | Not Applicable |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| Number of Gears | 2 | 5 |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Yes | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Type | Automatic | AMT |
| Gearbox | DHT Hybrid Transmission | AMT |
| Gearbox Type | DHT Hybrid Transmission | AMT |
| LSD Available | No | Not Available |
| Low Range | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| Reverse Gear Warning | Yes | - |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | 14.7:1 | - |
| Transfer Case | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| Transfer Case Guard | Not Available | Not Available |
| Transmission Speeds | 2 | 5 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | AMT |
| Paddle Shifters | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Spec | H6 | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| 4WD System Type | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| Approach Angle | 20 deg | Not Available |
| Approach Angle Deg | 20 deg | Not Available |
| Crawl Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Departure Angle | 26 deg | Not Available |
| Departure Angle Deg | 26 deg | Not Available |
| Energy Recovery Display | Not Available | Not Available |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | Not Available | Not Available |
| Ground Clearance Max | 198 mm | 205 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | 198 mm | 205 mm |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Locking Differential | No | Not Available |
| Off Road Descent Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Off Road Traction Assist | Not Available | Not Available |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | 16 deg | Not Available |
| Ramp-over Angle | 18 deg | Not Available |
| Rear Skid Plate Guard | Not Available | Not Available |
| Recovery Hooks | No | 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 Modes | Not Available | Not Available |
| Terrain Response System | Not Available | Not Available |
| Underbody Camera | Not Available | Not Available |
| Underbody Protection | No | Not Available |
| Breakover Angle | 16 deg | Not Available |
| Wading Depth | Not Available | Not Available |
| Breakover Angle Deg | - | Not Available |
| Wading Depth Mm | - | Not Available |
| Spec | H6 | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| 60 40 Split Seat | Yes | 60:40 split second row |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | Yes | 3-way driver seat adjustment |
| Adjustable Front Seat | Yes | 2-way passenger seat adjustment |
| Ambient Lighting | Yes | Not Available |
| Front Armrest | Yes | Not Available |
| Armrest Front | Folding with storage | Not Available |
| Armrest Rear | Centre folding with cupholders | Not Available |
| Boot Light | Yes | Standard |
| Boot Space Seats Down | 1133 | 690 |
| Cargo Hooks In Boot | Yes | - |
| Cargo Net | No | - |
| Cooled Seats | Yes | Not Available |
| Cup Holders | Yes | Front and rear cup holders |
| Driver Seat | Yes | 3-way driver seat adjustment |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | 8-Way Electric | 3-way driver seat adjustment |
| Fabric Seats | No | Not Available |
| Folding Rear Seats | 60/40 Split | 60:40 split second row |
| Front Headrest | Adjustable | Adjustable |
| Heated Seats | Yes | Not Available |
| Instrument Cluster Type | Digital Instrument Cluster | Speedometer and tachometer |
| Interior Colour Options | 2 | 6 |
| Interior Colours | 2 | 6 |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen on LS, 14.6-inch on LT and LX with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Digital instrument cluster. Head-up display on LT and LX. Synthetic leather on LS, genuine leather on LT and | 7-inch touchscreen, Bluetooth, USB, reversing camera (Acenta and above), dual airbags, climate control on Acenta+ |
| Interior Courtesy Lights | LED | - |
| Interior Trim Colour | Black with silver accents | Black |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | Leather | Leather two-tone seats |
| Leather Seats | Yes | Standard |
| Driver Lumbar Support | Yes | Not Available |
| Door Map Pockets | Yes | Not Available |
| Memory Seats | Yes | Not Available |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | 4-Way Manual | 2-way passenger seat adjustment |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Not Available |
| Rear Armrest | Yes | Not Available |
| Rear Headrest | Adjustable | Adjustable |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | Yes | Not Available |
| Rear Seat Ventilation | No | - |
| Seat Adjustment | Yes | 3-way driver seat adjustment |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | Yes | Reclining |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Fore Aft | Yes | - |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Height | Yes | - |
| Seat Belt Warning | Yes | Driver and passenger |
| Seat Fold Type | 60/40 split fold | 60:40 split second row |
| Seat Material | Leather | Leather two-tone seats |
| Seat Trim | Leather | Leather two-tone seats |
| Front Shoulder Room | 1430 mm | Not Applicable |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 1390 mm | Not Applicable |
| Steering Adjustment | Tilt and Telescopic | Steering wheel adjustment with manual tilt |
| Steering Type | Yes | Electric Power Steering |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather Wrapped | Leather |
| Third Row Seating Capacity | 0 | - |
| Third Row Seats | No | - |
| Rear USB Ports | Yes | Not Available |
| Ventilated Seats | Yes | Not Available |
| Spec | H6 | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| ABS | Yes | Standard |
| ABS EBD | Yes | Standard |
| AEB | Yes | Not Available |
| Airbags | 6 | 6 airbags |
| Alarm System | Yes | Standard |
| Anti Theft Alarm | Yes | Standard |
| BA | Yes | Standard |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Yes | Not Available |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Standard |
| Brake Override System | Yes | Not Available |
| Central Locking | Yes | Remote central locking |
| Child Safety Lock | Yes | Standard |
| Curtain Airbags | Yes | Standard |
| Driver Airbag | Yes | Standard |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | 6 | 6 airbags |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | 6 | 6 airbags |
| EBD | Yes | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Standard |
| Electronic Stability Control | Yes | Standard |
| ESC With Traction Control | Yes | Standard |
| Fatigue Detection | Yes | Not Available |
| Front Parking Sensors | Yes | Not Available |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Hill Hold | Yes | Standard |
| Hill Start Assist | Yes | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Standard |
| ISOFIX Mounts | Yes | Standard |
| Knee Airbag | No | Not Available |
| Lane Change Warning | Yes | Not Available |
| Safety Rating | 5 | Not Available |
| Passenger Airbag | Yes | Standard |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | Yes | Not Available |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Yes | Not Available |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Yes | Driver and passenger front pretensioners with load limiters |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Yes | Driver and passenger |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Yes | Driver and passenger |
| Side Airbags | Yes | Standard |
| Side Impact Beams | Yes | - |
| Speed Alert System | Yes | Adjustable speed limiter |
| Stability Control | Yes | Standard |
| TCS | Yes | Not Available |
| Tracking System | Optional | - |
| Traction Control | Yes | Not Available |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Yes | Standard |
| Whiplash Protection | Yes | Not Available |
| Spec | H6 | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| AC Type | Yes | Automatic air conditioning |
| Accelerator 0 100 | 110 sec | 21 sec |
| 12V Accessory Socket | Yes | 12V power socket |
| Active Safety Alert | Yes | - |
| Adaptive Dampers | Yes | Not Available |
| Aero Kit | No | Not Available |
| Air Conditioning | Yes | Automatic air conditioning |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | Yes | Standard |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | Yes | Standard |
| Automatic Headlamps | Yes | LED bi-projector headlamp |
| Automatic High Beam | Yes | Not Available |
| Battery Preconditioning | Not Available | Not Available |
| Bed Extender | Not Available | Not Available |
| Boot Opener | Yes | - |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | 730 l | 690 l |
| Bottle Holders | Yes | Front and rear cup holders |
| Canopy Fitment | Not Available | Not Available |
| Centre Console | Full-length with storage | Standard |
| Chrome Exterior Highlights | Yes | Chrome exterior door handles |
| Chrome Grille | Yes | Not Available |
| Climate Control | Yes | Automatic air conditioning |
| Climate Zones | 2 | 1 |
| Coat Hooks Rear | Yes | - |
| Common Rail Injection | Direct Injection | Petrol injection |
| Cornering Lights | Yes | - |
| Diff Lock | No | Not Available |
| Difflock | No | Not Available |
| Digital Speedometer | Yes | Standard |
| Door Ajar Warning | Yes | Door open warning |
| Door Opening Angle | 90 deg | - |
| Door Sill Trim | Aluminium | - |
| Drag Coefficient | 0.34 | - |
| Driver Display | Digital | 7-inch TFT Advanced Drive-Assist Display |
| Driver Drowsiness Detection | Yes | - |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | Electric | Electric folding with side indicator |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | Yes | Electric folding and electric adjustment |
| Electric Tailgate | Yes | Not Available |
| Engine Check Warning | Yes | - |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | Yes | - |
| Engine Start Stop | Yes | Standard |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Yes | Standard |
| Engine Warranty | 5 Years / 100,000 km | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | Yes | - |
| Follow Me Home Lights | Yes | - |
| Front Armrest | Yes | Not Available |
| Front Diff Lock | Not Available | Not Available |
| Front Power Outlet | Yes | 12V power socket |
| Front Reading Lamps | Yes | - |
| Front Wiper | Yes | Variable intermittent |
| Front Wipers Type | Variable intermittent | Variable intermittent |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Fuel Lid Opener | Yes | Remote fuel flap release |
| Glove Box | Lockable illuminated | Standard |
| Glovebox Cooling | No | Not Available |
| Grab Handles Rear | Yes | - |
| Headlamp Height Adjust | Yes | - |
| Headlamp Washer | No | Not Available |
| Headrest Adjustable | Yes | Standard |
| Headrest Front | Adjustable | - |
| Headrest Rear | Adjustable | - |
| Heads Up Display | Yes | Not Available |
| Heated Mirrors | Yes | Not Available |
| Hill Start Assist | Yes | Standard |
| Horn Type | Electric | - |
| Impact Sensing Door Unlock | Yes | Impact sensing unlock |
| Intelligent Battery System | Not Available | Not Available |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | Yes | Smart keyless entry with push start button |
| Intelligent Speed Assist | Yes | - |
| Intercooler | Yes | Not Applicable |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Smart keyless entry with push start |
| Lift Gate | Yes | Manual tailgate |
| Load Bed Cover | Not Available | Not Available |
| Load Bed Light | Not Available | Not Available |
| Load Bed Steps | Not Available | Not Available |
| Load Sill Height | Low | - |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | Not Available | Not Available |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | Not Available | Not Available |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | Not Available | Not Available |
| Low Speed Manoeuvring Assist | Yes | - |
| Manual Aircon | Yes | Not Available |
| Mirror | Electric Adjustable | Electric folding |
| Electric Mirror Folding | Electric | Electric folding and electric adjustment |
| Multi Function Steering | Yes | Standard |
| Oil Pressure Warning | Yes | - |
| One Pedal Driving | Not Available | Not Available |
| Panoramic Roof | Yes | Not Available |
| Panoramic Roof Size | Full-length | - |
| Passive Entry Start | Yes | Smart keyless entry with push start button |
| Pedal Covers | Aluminium-style | - |
| Performance Data Logger | No | Not Available |
| Power Mirrors | Yes | Electric folding and electric adjustment |
| Power Socket 12v | Yes | 12V power socket |
| Power Windows | Yes | Driver auto up/down with anti-pinch |
| Powered Tailgate | Yes | Not Available |
| Puddle Lights | Yes | - |
| Push Button Start | Yes | Standard |
| Push Button Start | Yes | Standard |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Yes | Not Available |
| Reading Lights Front | Yes | - |
| Reading Lights Rear | Yes | Not Available |
| Rear Air Conditioning | Yes | Not Available |
| Rear Defogger | Yes | Standard |
| Rear Diff Lock | No | Not Available |
| Rear Electric Motor | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | Yes | Not Available |
| Rear Reading Lamps | Yes | Not Available |
| Rear Seat Split | 60/40 | 60:40 split second row |
| Rear Window Defroster | Yes | Standard |
| Rear Wing | Integrated Spoiler | Roof spoiler |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | Yes | Frameless auto dimming mirror |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | Not Available | Not Available |
| Remote Central Locking | Yes | Smart keyless entry with push start button |
| Remote Engine Start | Yes | - |
| Remote Side Mirror | Yes | Electric folding |
| Remote Start | No | Not Available |
| Rev Counter | Yes | - |
| Rev Matching | No | Not Available |
| Ride Mode Selection | Yes | Not Available |
| Rim Size | 19 | 16 |
| Roof Antenna | Shark Fin Antenna | Standard |
| Roof Load | 50 kg | - |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | Yes | Not Available |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | Yes | Standard |
| Seat Type | High Bolster Sports Seat | Leather two-tone seats |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | Yes | Driver and passenger front pretensioners with load limiters |
| Service Reminder | Yes | Service intervals: 10,000 km |
| Side Impact Bars | Yes | - |
| Side Steps | No | Not Available |
| Skid Plates | No | Not Available |
| Snow Mode | Yes | - |
| Sonar | Front and Rear | Rear parking sensors |
| Sound System | 12 | 6 |
| Source Model Column | h6 | magnite |
| Spare Wheel | Yes | Full Size Spare wheel |
| Speed Alert System | Yes | Adjustable speed limiter |
| Speed Limiter | Yes | Cruise control with adjustable speed limiter |
| Sport Plus Mode | Not Available | Not Available |
| Sports Bar | Not Available | Not Available |
| Stabilizer Bar | Yes | - |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | Yes | - |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | Yes | - |
| Steering Column Adjustment | Tilt and Telescopic | Steering wheel adjustment with manual tilt |
| Steering Mounted Controls | Yes | Standard |
| Steering Response | Progressive | Electric power steering |
| Sub Frame | Full front and rear | - |
| Sunroof | Yes | Not Available |
| Sunvisors | Dual with vanity mirrors | - |
| Surround View Monitor | Yes | Around View Monitor |
| Tachometer | Yes | Standard |
| Tail Lamps | Yes | Standard |
| Tailgate Damper | Not Available | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | Not Available | Not Available |
| Telescopic Steering | Tilt and Telescopic | Not Available |
| Temperature Gauge | Yes | - |
| Tie Down Hooks | Yes | - |
| Tilt Steering | Tilt and Telescopic | Steering wheel adjustment with manual tilt |
| Tow Bar Type | Receiver hitch compatible | Not Available |
| TPMS | Yes | Standard |
| Trailer Hitch | No | - |
| Trim Level | flagship | top |
| Trip Computer | Yes | Standard |
| Tyre Repair Kit | No | Not Available |
| Unlocking | Yes | Smart keyless entry with push start |
| Uv Protection Glass | Yes | - |
| Vanity Mirror | Yes | Driver and passenger vanity mirrors |
| Vanity Mirror Illuminated | Yes | Not Available |
| Variant Role | Flagship / premium derivative | Core range derivative |
| Vdc | Yes | Vehicle Dynamic Control |
| Vehicle To Grid | Not Available | Not Available |
| Vehicle To Load | Not Available | Not Available |
| Voice Command | Yes | Not Available |
| Voice Command Support | Yes | Not Available |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | Yes | Smart keyless entry with push start button |
| Walk Away Lock | Yes | Standard |
| Welcome Lighting | Yes | - |
| Wind Deflectors | No | - |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Not Available |
| Wireless Charging | Yes | Not Available |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | 730 l | 690 l |
| Load Bed Length | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Length Mm | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Width Mm | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Power Sliding Doors | - | Not Applicable |
| Remote Starter | - | Standard |
| Spec | H6 | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Active Exhaust | Not Available | Not Available |
| Alloy Wheel Design | Multi-Spoke Alloy | 16" Alloy - 2 Tone Wheel |
| Auto Headlights | Yes | LED bi-projector headlamp |
| Automatic Headlamps | Yes | LED bi-projector headlamp |
| Body Cladding | Yes | Standard |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | Yes | Chrome exterior door handles |
| Daytime Running Lamps | Yes | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lights | Yes | Standard |
| Door Handle Finish | Body Coloured | Chrome |
| DRL | Yes | Standard |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | Yes | Not Available |
| Exterior Colour Options | 6 | See Nissan South Africa Magnite colour selector |
| Exterior Colour Options | 6 | 6 |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | Body Coloured | Chrome |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | Yes | Electric folding and electric adjustment |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | Electric | Electric folding |
| Exterior Mirror Heated | Yes | - |
| Exterior Mirror Memory | No | - |
| Exterior Mirror Turn Indicator | Yes | - |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | LED front fog lights |
| Fog Lights | Yes | LED front fog lights |
| Front Fog Lamps | Yes | LED front fog lights |
| Front Fog Lights | Yes | LED front fog lights |
| Front Overhang | 880 mm | - |
| Headlamp Levelling | Yes | LED bi-projector headlamp |
| Headlamps | Yes | LED |
| Headlight Type | Yes | LED |
| Headlights | Yes | LED |
| LED Headlamps | Yes | LED |
| Led Headlights | Yes | LED |
| Led Taillights | Yes | Standard |
| Load Bed Liner | Not Available | Not Available |
| Wing Mirror Type | Electric Adjustable | Body-colour electric folding mirrors |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Yes | Not Available |
| Rear Fog Lights | Yes | Not Available |
| Rear Overhang | 890 mm | - |
| Rear Spoiler | Yes | Standard |
| Rear Wiper | Yes | Standard |
| Roof Rails | Yes | Not Available |
| Roof Type | Metal Roof | Standard roof |
| Rear Spoiler | Yes | Standard |
| Sunroof Slide | Yes | - |
| Sunroof Tilt | Yes | - |
| Spec | H6 | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | No | Not Applicable |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| City Mileage | 13.9 km/l | 15.6 km/l |
| Claimed Mileage | 17.2 km/l | 16.9 km/l |
| Combined Driving Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Distance To Empty | Yes | - |
| Electric Consumption | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Emission Standard | Euro 5 | - |
| Fuel Filler Cap | Lockable | - |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 l | 40 l |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 58 | 40 |
| Highway Mileage | 20.0 km/l | 22 km/l |
| Low Fuel Warning | Yes | - |
| Range Real World Highway | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Mixed | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Real-world Mileage | 17.2 km/l | 16.9 km/l |
| Auto Start Stop | Yes | Not Applicable |
| Spec | H6 | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Alternator | 110A | - |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | Yes | Not Available |
| Battery Warranty | 8 Years / 160,000 km | Not Available |
| First Service At | 5000 | 10000 |
| Maintenance Plan | 5 Years / 75,000 km | 3 years / 30,000 km |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 5.5 l | - |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | 10,000 km | 15 000 km |
| Approx Service Cost | Included in Service Plan | - |
| Service Interval | 10000 | 10000 |
| Service Intervals | 10000 | 10000 |
| Service Plan | 5 Years / 75,000 km | 3 years / 30,000 km |
| Service Plan Distance | 5 Years / 75,000 km | 3 years / 30,000 km |
| Service Plan Duration | 5 Years / 75,000 km | 3 years / 30,000 km |
| Spec | H6 | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Android Auto | Yes | Standard |
| Apple CarPlay | Yes | Standard |
| Audio | Yes | 8-inch touchscreen audio with smartphone integration |
| Audio Controls On Steering | Yes | Standard |
| Audio Speakers | 12 | 6 |
| Audio System | Yes | 6-speaker audio system |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Yes | Standard |
| Connected Services | Yes | Smartphone integration |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | Yes | 7-inch TFT |
| Display Audio | Yes | 8-inch touch screen with smartphone integration |
| FM Radio | Yes | Standard |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | 3 | Front USB / smartphone integration |
| Head Up Display | Yes | Not Available |
| Infotainment System | Yes | 8-inch touchscreen with smartphone integration |
| Infotainment Display | 14.6-inch Touchscreen | 8-inch touch screen with smartphone integration |
| Infotainment Screen | Yes | 8-inch |
| Laminated Windscreen | Yes | - |
| Multi Information Display | Digital Instrument Cluster | 7-inch TFT driver display |
| Navigation System | Yes | Not Available |
| Premium Audio | Yes | Not Available |
| Radio | Yes | Standard |
| Rear Usb | Yes | Not Available |
| Infotainment Screen Size | Yes | 8-inch |
| Smartphone Connectivity | Yes | Smartphone integration |
| Number of Speakers | 12 | 6 |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Yes | Standard |
| Touchscreen | Yes | 8-inch |
| USB Ports | 3 | Front USB / smartphone integration |
| Voice Control | Yes | Not Available |
| Voice Recognition | Yes | Not Available |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | Yes | Not Available |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Yes | Standard |
| Wireless Android Auto | Yes | Standard |
| AUX Input | - | Not Available |
| Spec | H6 | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | 6 Years | Not Available |
| Basic Warranty | 5 Years / 100,000 km | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | Yes | Standard |
| Roadside Assistance | Yes | Standard |
| Warranty | 5 Years / 100,000 km | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| Warranty Kilometers | 5 Years / 100,000 km | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | Yes | Standard |
| Warranty Years | 5 Years / 100,000 km | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| Spec | H6 | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Auto Brake Hold | Yes | Not Available |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | Yes | Not Available |
| Brake Type Front | Ventilated Disc | Disc brakes |
| Brake Type Rear | Disc | Drum brake |
| Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Front disc / rear drum |
| Cornering Brake Control | Yes | Not Available |
| Electric Park Brake | Electronic | Not Available |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | Yes | Standard |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | Not Available | Not Available |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | 308 mm | - |
| Front Brake Type | Ventilated Disc | Disc brakes |
| Front Tyre Width | 235 mm | 195 mm |
| Handbrake Type | Electronic parking brake | Not Applicable |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | Yes | Not Available |
| Leather Steering Wheel | Leather Wrapped | Leather |
| Parking Brake Type | Electronic | Manual parking brake |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | 292 mm | - |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc | Drum brake |
| Rear Tyre Width | 235 mm | 195 mm |
| Spare Tyre | Yes | Full Size Spare wheel |
| Spare Wheel Location | Under vehicle / boot floor | - |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | Steel | Full Size Spare wheel |
| Spare Wheel Type | Yes | Full Size Spare wheel |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Yes | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | Yes | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | Yes | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Trim | Leather Wrapped | Leather |
| Tyre Load Index | 94 | - |
| Tyre Pressure Display | Yes | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Yes | Standard |
| Tyre Size | 235/50R19 | 195/60R16 |
| Tyre Speed Rating | V | - |
| Tyre Type | Radial | Radial |
| Wheel Cover | Alloy | - |
| Wheel Diameter | 19 | 16 |
| Wheel Locking Nuts | Yes | - |
| Wheel Material | Multi-Spoke Alloy | 16" Alloy - 2 Tone Wheel |
| Wheel Rim Size | 19 | 16 |
| Wheel Size Type | 19 | 195/60R16 |
| Wheel Type | Multi-Spoke Alloy | 16" Alloy - 2 Tone Wheel |
| Wheels | Multi-Spoke Alloy | 16" Alloy - 2 Tone Wheel |
| Spec | H6 | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Color Note | Crystal White, Hamilton Black, Pittsburgh Silver, Mars Red, Atlantic Blue and Cosmos Grey. Two-tone roof options on LT and LX with selected base colours. | Brick Red, Storm White, Pearl White, Onyx Black, Gun Grey, Blade Silver |
| Dealer Stock Note | Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup | Top grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Production Status | published | Active |
| Segment | SUV | Compact SUV |
| Tare Mass Kg | 1680 kg | 1007 kg |
| Vehicle Type | SUV | SUV |
| Model Introduced Year | 2022 | 2021 |
| Generation | H6 sold in South Africa is the third generation H6 under the Haval brand, launched globally in 2021 and adapted for SA in 2022. Suspension and powertrain calibration is tuned for South African road conditions and fuel quality. | First generation Magnite arrived in SA in 2021 — Nissan's entry into the growing budget compact SUV segment |
| Facelift History | H6 received a mid-cycle update in late 2024 that brought refined hybrid system calibration for South African altitude and fuel quality, an upgraded driver-assistance package across all variants, the 14.6-inch infotainment screen as standard on LT and LX (replacing the original 12.3-inch unit), and revised exterior detailing including new alloy wheel designs. | 2023 facelift refreshed the grille, interior trims, and added safety upgrades |
| Facelift Launched Since | 2024 | 2023 |
| Facelift Version Ending | Current | Current |
| Drivetrain Note | - | Front-wheel drive confirmed by Nissan South Africa derivative/specification data |
| Spec | H6 | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Boot/Cargo Space | 530 l | 336 l |
| Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 l | 40 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 2200 kg | 1399 kg |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 198 mm | 205 mm |
| Front Headroom | 990 mm | - |
| Rear Headroom | 960 mm | - |
| Height | 1730 mm | 1571 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1680 kg | 1007 kg |
| Front Legroom | 1050 mm | - |
| Rear Legroom | 890 mm | - |
| Length | 4653 mm | 3995 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Towing Capacity | 1500 kg | - |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 11.8 m | 5 m |
| Wheelbase | 2738 mm | 2500 mm |
| Width | 1886 mm | 1758 mm |
| Spec | H6 | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Chassis Material | Monocoque | - |
| Chassis Type | Monocoque | - |
| Front Spring Type | Coil Spring | MacPherson strut |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | Yes | - |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Mac Pherson strut with Lower Transverse link |
| Front Suspension Type | MacPherson Strut | Mac Pherson strut with Lower Transverse link |
| Front Track Width | 1560 mm | 1536 mm |
| MagneRide Damping | Not Available | Not Available |
| Power Steering | Yes | Electric Power Steering |
| Rear Axle Type | Multi-Link Independent | Twin tube telescopic shock absorbe |
| Rear Spring Type | Coil Spring | Torsion beam / twin-tube shock absorber |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | Yes | - |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link Independent | Twin tube telescopic shock absorbe |
| Rear Suspension Type | Multi-Link Independent | Twin tube telescopic shock absorbe |
| Rear Track Width | 1570 mm | 1535 mm |
| Shock Absorber Type | Hydraulic | Twin-tube telescopic shock absorber |
| Shock Absorbers | Hydraulic | Twin-tube telescopic shock absorber |
| Steering Column | Adjustable | Steering wheel adjustment with manual tilt |
| Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Mac Pherson strut with Lower Transverse link |
| Spec | H6 | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Flagship | Top |
| Price Zar | 729900 ZAR | 323900 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Current listed price | Current listed price |
| Starting Price | 729900 | 323900 |
| Starting Price Zar | 729900 | 323900 |
| Spec | H6 | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Max | 9.5 l/100km | - |
| Real-world City Mileage Min | 7.0 l/100km | - |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | 8.0 l/100km | - |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | 6.0 l/100km | - |
| Spec | H6 | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol Hybrid | 1-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol |
| Engine Code | GW4B15B | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fuel Type | Hybrid | Petrol |
| Hybrid System | Parallel Hybrid | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 1497 cc | 999 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Cylinder Layout | Inline | Inline |
| Valves | 16 | 12 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | Naturally Aspirated |
| Fuel System | Direct Injection | Petrol injection |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Bore | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Stroke | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Maximum Power | 115 kW @ 5500 rpm | 53 kW @ 6250 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 260 Nm | 96 Nm @ 3500 rpm |
| Combined Power | 180 kW | Not Applicable |
| Combined Torque | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Motor Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Number of Motors | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Motor Location | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Drive Type | FWD | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Transmission | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Top Speed | 185 km/h | 150 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 9.8 sec | 21.0 sec |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Launch Control | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rev Limiter | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 107.1 kW/tonne | 52.6 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 95.3 Nm/tonne |
| Battery Capacity | 1.8 kWh | Not Applicable |
| Usable Battery Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | Not Applicable |
| Battery Voltage | Not Officially Disclosed | 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 | Yes | Not Applicable |
In depth: how these cars differ
This H6 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: H6 51 vs Magnite 16.
Efficiency index: H6 70 vs Magnite 65.
Safety-equipment index: H6 93 vs Magnite 86.
Practicality index: H6 69 vs Magnite 64.
Ownership-cover index: H6 65 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
H6 leads by 14 points
H6 has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Magnite remains close.
Evidence leader
70
/100
Lead
14
points
Data
96%
source coverage
70
#1
Evidence leader
H6
96% source coverage
2 strong categories
Best at
Safety 93
Check
Performance 51
Performance
51
Efficiency
70
Safety
93
Practicality
69
Ownership
65
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
H6 +35
Efficiency
H6 +5
Safety
H6 +7
Practicality
H6 +5
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
H6
Performance
51/100
Efficiency
70/100
Safety
93/100
Practicality
69/100
Ownership
65/100
Magnite
Performance
16/100
Efficiency
65/100
Safety
86/100
Practicality
64/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
GWM H6
leads the specification evidence index with 70 pts
vs 56 pts for Magnite
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, H6 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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H6 vs Magnite questions
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