Source type: Official OEM South Africa
KIA K2500 vs Lexus LX
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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KIA K2500
2.5TD Tipper
Diesel
5-Speed Manual
Current
ZAR 460,995
ex-showroom
⚡ 70 kW
🔧 225 Nm
⛽ 9.5 km/l
VS
Lexus LX
LX 500d F SPORT
Diesel
10-Speed Automatic
Current
ZAR 2,687,500
ex-showroom
⚡ 225 kW
🔧 700 Nm
⛽ 11.9 km/l
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Add a 3rd car
Decision summary
KIA K2500 vs Lexus LX: the short answer
LX has a large lead in Hagalu's source-backed catalogue index over K2500.
K2500 starts ZAR 2,262,505 cheaper
K2500 from ZAR 424,995 · LX from ZAR 2,687,500
Five key differences
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| Specification | K2500 | LX |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | K250070 kW @ 3600 rpm | LX225 kW @ 4000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | K2500225 Nm @ 1500 rpm | LX700 Nm |
| Engine Size | K25002498 cc | LX3300 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | K25009.5 km/l | LX11.9 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | K2500195 mm | LX205 mm |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Source type: Lexus South Africa vehicle API derivative 20G, checked 2026-07-17
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
K2500
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
Specification evidence leader
LX
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
Which One's Right for You?
K2500
- Buyers who prefer this derivative's confirmed specification mix
LX
- 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
Full Specs, Side by Side
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| Spec | K2500 | LX |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2000 | 2022 |
| Generation | Long-running commercial truck; second generation with D4BH engine | Fourth-generation Lexus LX flagship body-on-frame SUV |
| Facelift History | Updated periodically; current specification ongoing production | Current range adds LX 700h hybrid and Overtrail grades while retaining LX 500d diesel choices |
| Facelift Launched Since | Original current-generation version | Current range adds LX 700h hybrid and Overtrail grades while retaining LX 500d diesel choices |
| Facelift Version Ending | Current | Current South African specification checked 2026-07-17 |
| Body Style | Van | SUV |
| Color Note | White (standard fleet specification) | - |
| Dealer Stock Note | Top grade in the South Africa lineup | - |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Production Status | active | published |
| Segment | Van | Luxury SUV |
| Tare Mass Kg | 1980 kg | 2670 kg |
| Vehicle Type | Van | SUV |
| Spec | K2500 | LX |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5160 mm | 5090 mm |
| Width | 1900 mm | 1990 mm |
| Height | 2120 mm | 1895 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2890 mm | 2850 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 195 mm | 205 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | 145 mm | - |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 l | 110 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 3000 l | 1109 l |
| Kerb Weight | 1980 kg | 2670 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 3500 kg | 3280 kg |
| Payload Capacity | 1000 kg | 610 kg |
| Towing Capacity | 1400 kg | 3500 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Rows | 1 rows | - |
| Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 12.5 m | 6 m |
| Front Headroom | 1010 mm | - |
| Rear Headroom | Not Applicable | - |
| Front Legroom | 1040 mm | - |
| Rear Legroom | Not Applicable | - |
| Spec | K2500 | LX |
|---|---|---|
| Front Track Width | 1530 mm | 1675 mm |
| Rear Track Width | 1580 mm | 1675 mm |
| Front Suspension | Independent Double Wishbone | Double Wishbone with Active Height Control - |
| Rear Suspension | Rigid Axle Leaf Spring | Multilink with Active Height Control - |
| Chassis Type | Body-on-Frame | - |
| Power Steering | Yes | - |
| Steering Column | Adjustable | - |
| Front Spring Type | Coil Spring | - |
| Rear Spring Type | Leaf Spring | - |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | Yes | - |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | No | - |
| Shock Absorber Type | Telescopic | - |
| Chassis Material | Body-on-Frame | - |
| Front Suspension Type | Independent Double Wishbone | Double Wishbone with Active Height Control - |
| MagneRide Damping | Not Available | - |
| Rear Axle Type | Rigid Axle Leaf Spring | - |
| Rear Suspension Type | Rigid Axle Leaf Spring | Multilink with Active Height Control - |
| Shock Absorbers | Telescopic | - |
| Suspension | Independent Double Wishbone | - |
| Spec | K2500 | LX |
|---|---|---|
| Load Bed Length | 2200 mm | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | 1600 mm | Not Applicable |
| Climate Control | No | Auto 4-Zone,Air purifier |
| Power Windows | No | All/ All One Touch |
| Keyless Entry | No | Standard Smart Entry + Panic |
| Push Button Start | No | Push Start + fingerprint |
| Wireless Charging | No | Standard Front x1 |
| Sunroof | No | Moonroof |
| Electric Tailgate | No | Standard Power and Handsfree |
| Automatic Headlamps | No | - |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | No | Standard |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | No | - |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | Not Applicable | - |
| Rear Window Defroster | No | - |
| Electric Mirror Folding | No | - |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | No | - |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | No | - |
| 12V Accessory Socket | Yes | - |
| Speed Limiter | Yes | - |
| AC Type | No | Auto 4-Zone,Air purifier |
| Adaptive Dampers | No | - |
| Aero Kit | No | - |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | No | - |
| Boot Opener | Manual | - |
| Chrome Exterior Highlights | No | - |
| Chrome Grille | No | - |
| Climate Zones | 1 | - |
| Door Ajar Warning | Yes | - |
| Drag Coefficient | 0.46 | - |
| Driver Display | Analogue Cluster | - |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | No | - |
| Engine Check Warning | Yes | - |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | No | - |
| Engine Start Stop | No | Push Start + fingerprint |
| Engine Start Stop Button | No | Push Start + fingerprint |
| Engine Warranty | 5 Years / 150,000 km | - |
| Front Armrest | No | - |
| Front Power Outlet | No | - |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | 10.5 | - |
| Fuel Lid Opener | Manual | - |
| Glovebox Cooling | No | - |
| Headlamp Height Adjust | Yes | - |
| Headlamp Washer | No | - |
| Headrest Adjustable | Yes | - |
| Heads Up Display | No | Standard |
| Hill Start Assist | No | - |
| Impact Sensing Door Unlock | Yes | - |
| Intercooler | Yes | - |
| Multi Function Steering | No | - |
| Panoramic Roof | No | Moonroof |
| Performance Data Logger | No | - |
| Power Mirrors | No | - |
| Push Button Start | No | Push Start + fingerprint |
| Rear Defogger | No | - |
| Rear Reading Lamps | No | - |
| Rear Seat Split | No | - |
| Rear Wing | No | - |
| Remote Engine Start | No | - |
| Rev Matching | No | - |
| Ride Mode Selection | No | - |
| Roof Antenna | Yes | - |
| Seat Type | Vinyl Seats | - |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | Yes | - |
| Service Reminder | Yes | - |
| Side Steps | No | - |
| Skid Plates | No | - |
| Spare Wheel | Full-Size Spare | Full 265-50R22 AluminiumFSPORT |
| Speed Alert System | No | - |
| Stabilizer Bar | Yes | - |
| Steering Mounted Controls | No | - |
| Steering Response | Normal | - |
| Tachometer | Yes | - |
| Tail Lamps | No | - |
| Telescopic Steering | Tilt and Telescopic | - |
| Tilt Steering | Tilt and Telescopic | - |
| Trip Computer | Yes | - |
| Tyre Repair Kit | No | - |
| Vanity Mirror | No | - |
| Voice Command | No | - |
| Voice Command Support | No | - |
| Air Conditioning | No | Auto 4-Zone,Air purifier |
| Automatic High Beam | No | - |
| Battery Preconditioning | Not Available | - |
| Bed Extender | Not Available | - |
| Bottle Holders | 2 | - |
| Canopy Fitment | Not Available | - |
| Centre Console | No | - |
| Common Rail Injection | Direct Injection Turbodiesel | - |
| Diff Lock | No | - |
| Difflock | No | - |
| Digital Speedometer | No | - |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | No | - |
| Front Diff Lock | Not Available | - |
| Front Wiper | No | - |
| Front Wipers Type | No | - |
| Glove Box | Yes | - |
| Heated Mirrors | No | - |
| Intelligent Battery System | Not Available | - |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | No | - |
| Lift Gate | No | - |
| Load Bed Cover | Not Available | - |
| Load Bed Light | Not Available | - |
| Load Bed Steps | Not Available | - |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | Not Available | - |
| Loadbox Length Mm | 2200 mm | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | Not Available | - |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | Not Available | - |
| Loadbox Width Mm | 1600 mm | Not Applicable |
| Manual Aircon | No | - |
| Mirror | Manual | - |
| One Pedal Driving | Not Available | - |
| Passive Entry Start | No | - |
| Power Socket 12v | Yes | - |
| Powered Tailgate | No | - |
| Reading Lights Rear | No | - |
| Rear Air Conditioning | No | - |
| Rear Diff Lock | Not Available | - |
| Rear Electric Motor | Not Available | - |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | No | - |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | No | - |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | Not Available | - |
| Remote Central Locking | Yes | - |
| Remote Side Mirror | No | - |
| Remote Start | No | - |
| Rim Size | 195R15C | 22 |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | No | - |
| Side Impact Bars | Yes | - |
| Sonar | No | - |
| Sound System | 2 | Standard 25 |
| Source Model Column | k2500 | - |
| Sport Plus Mode | Not Available | - |
| Sports Bar | Not Available | - |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | Yes | - |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | No | - |
| Steering Column Adjustment | Tilt and Telescopic | - |
| Sub Frame | Body-on-Frame | - |
| Surround View Monitor | No | EMV// Multi Terrain Monitor,Panoramic View Monitor |
| Tailgate Damper | Not Available | - |
| Tailgate Lock | Not Available | - |
| Tow Bar Type | Not Available | - |
| TPMS | No | Standard |
| Trim Level | top | - |
| Unlocking | No | Standard Smart Entry + Panic |
| Vanity Mirror Illuminated | No | - |
| Variant Role | Commercial utility derivative | - |
| Vdc | No | - |
| Vehicle To Grid | Not Available | - |
| Vehicle To Load | Not Available | - |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | No | - |
| Walk Away Lock | No | - |
| Wireless Charger | No | Standard Front x1 |
| Spec | K2500 | LX |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.5-litre Turbocharged Diesel | 3.3-litre Turbocharged Diesel |
| Engine Code | J2T | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 2498 cc | 3300 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 | 6 |
| Cylinder Layout | Inline | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Valves | 8 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | Turbocharged |
| Fuel System | Direct Injection Turbodiesel | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Bore | 91 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Stroke | 96 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Maximum Power | 70 kW @ 3600 rpm | 225 kW @ 4000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 225 Nm @ 1500 rpm | 700 Nm |
| Combined Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Combined Torque | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Motor Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Number of Motors | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Motor Location | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Drive Type | RWD | AWD |
| Transmission | 5-Speed Manual | 10-Speed Automatic |
| Top Speed | 140 km/h | 210 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | No | Standard Eco, Normal, Sport, Sport S+, Comfort, Custom |
| Launch Control | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rev Limiter | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 35.4 kW/tonne | 84.3 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 113.6 Nm/tonne | 262.2 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 | K2500 | LX |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Position | Front Transverse | - |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed Manual | Automatic 10-speed |
| Drivetrain Layout | RWD | AWD |
| LSD Available | No | - |
| Transfer Case | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Differential Lock | No | Centre and Rear Torsen LSD |
| Paddle Shifters | No | Standard |
| Final Drive Ratio | 4.30 | - |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | 15.2:1 | - |
| Number of Gears | 5 | 10 |
| Transmission Type | Manual Transmission | Automatic 10-speed |
| Clutch Type | Single Dry Disc | - |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Yes | - |
| Gear Shift Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
| 4WD Engagement | Not Applicable | Permanent all-wheel drive |
| 4WD Hi Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Lo Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Selector | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | No | Standard |
| Differential Type Front | Not Available | - |
| Differential Type Rear | Not Available | - |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Gearbox Type | 5-Speed Manual | Automatic 10-speed |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Axle Layout | RWD | AWD |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Transfer Case Guard | Not Available | - |
| Transmission Speeds | 5 | 10 |
| Spec | K2500 | LX |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 9.5 km/l | 11.9 km/l |
| City Mileage | 8.0 km/l | 9.7 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | 11.1 km/l | 13.9 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 l | 110 l |
| Emission Standard | Euro 3 | - |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | No | - |
| Auto Start Stop | No | Standard |
| Low Fuel Warning | Yes | - |
| Real-world Mileage | 9.5 km/l | 11.9 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 75 | 110 |
| 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 | K2500 | LX |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 0 | Side,Knee,Curtain,Driver,Passenger |
| ABS | No | Standard |
| Electronic Stability Control | No | Standard |
| Traction Control | No | Standard,, Active Traction Control (ATRC) |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Standard |
| Hill Start Assist | No | Standard |
| Child Safety Lock | No | Standard Rear door |
| ISOFIX Mounts | No | Standard 2 |
| Brake Assist | No | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | No | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Siren/ Alarm,Immobiliser,Intrusion Sensor,Fingerprint,Ultra-Wide Band |
| Alarm System | No | Siren/ Alarm,Immobiliser,Intrusion Sensor,Fingerprint,Ultra-Wide Band |
| Central Locking | Yes | - |
| Side Impact Beams | Yes | - |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Yes | Front + Rear |
| Speed Alert System | Yes | - |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | No | - |
| Front Parking Sensors | No | Standard Front + Rear,Intelligent Clearance Sonar,Rear Cross Traffic Alert + Braking |
| Whiplash Protection | No | - |
| Lane Change Warning | No | - |
| AEB | No | Standard |
| BA | No | Standard |
| Brake Override System | Yes | - |
| Curtain Airbags | No | Standard |
| Driver Airbag | No | Standard |
| EBD | No | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Siren/ Alarm,Immobiliser,Intrusion Sensor,Fingerprint,Ultra-Wide Band |
| Fatigue Detection | No | - |
| Hill Hold | No | Standard |
| Passenger Airbag | No | Standard |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | No | - |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Yes | ELR,Pretensioner,Force Limiter,Tension Reducer - |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Yes | Front + Rear |
| Side Airbags | No | Standard |
| Stability Control | No | Standard |
| TCS | No | Standard,, Active Traction Control (ATRC) |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | No | - |
| Knee Airbag | No | Standard |
| ABS EBD | No | Standard |
| Anti Theft Alarm | No | Siren/ Alarm,Immobiliser,Intrusion Sensor,Fingerprint,Ultra-Wide Band |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | 0 | - |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | 0 | - |
| ESC With Traction Control | No | - |
| Spec | K2500 | LX |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | No | Standard Adaptive,All Speed |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | No | Standard Adaptive,All Speed |
| Lane Keep Assist | No | Standard Steering Vibration,Lane Trace Assist |
| Lane Departure Warning | No | Standard Steering Vibration,Lane Trace Assist |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | No | Standard Safe Exit Assist |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | No | - |
| Parking Sensors | No | Standard Front + Rear,Intelligent Clearance Sonar,Rear Cross Traffic Alert + Braking |
| Rear View Camera | No | EMV// Multi Terrain Monitor,Panoramic View Monitor |
| 360 Degree Camera | No | EMV// Multi Terrain Monitor,Panoramic View Monitor |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | No | Standard |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | No | - |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | No | Standard |
| Auto Highbeam | No | Standard |
| Auto Lights | No | - |
| Auto Wipers | No | Intermittent,Auto,Rainsensing |
| Eco Mode | No | - |
| EV Mode | No | - |
| Rear Parking Sensors | No | Standard Front + Rear,Intelligent Clearance Sonar,Rear Cross Traffic Alert + Braking |
| Reverse Camera | No | EMV// Multi Terrain Monitor,Panoramic View Monitor |
| Sport Mode | No | - |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | No | Standard Adaptive,All Speed |
| Park Assist | No | - |
| Around View Monitor | No | EMV// Multi Terrain Monitor,Panoramic View Monitor |
| Blind Spot Warning | No | Standard Safe Exit Assist |
| Emergency Braking | No | - |
| Forward Collision Warning | No | Standard |
| Front Camera | No | - |
| Parking Distance Sensors | No | - |
| Parking Sensor | No | - |
| Automatic High Beam | No | - |
| Pre-Collision System | No | - |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | No | - |
| Rear View Camera | No | - |
| Reverse Camera Type | No | - |
| Reversing Camera | No | - |
| Surround View Camera | No | EMV// Multi Terrain Monitor,Panoramic View Monitor |
| Spec | K2500 | LX |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Vinyl | Semi-Aniline Leather |
| Seat Adjustment | 2-Way Manual | Driver + Passenger Power |
| Heated Seats | No | Standard Driver and Passenger only,Rear Row 1 |
| Ventilated Seats | No | Standard Front + Rear Row 1 |
| Steering Type | Yes | - |
| Steering Adjustment | Tilt and Telescopic | - |
| Ambient Lighting | No | Standard |
| Folding Rear Seats | No | 40:20:40 - |
| Front Armrest | No | - |
| Rear Armrest | No | Standard |
| Front Shoulder Room | 1405 mm | - |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 1350 mm | - |
| Cup Holders | 2 | Standard 8 |
| Rear AC Vents | No | - |
| Rear USB Ports | No | - |
| Steering Wheel Material | Urethane | 4 Spoke/ Leather + Heated |
| Instrument Cluster Type | Analogue | Standard TFT,Full Digital,12.3-inch |
| Interior Colour Options | Grey | - |
| Driver Lumbar Support | No | Driver 4-way,Power/ Passenger 4-way |
| Door Map Pockets | Yes | - |
| 60 40 Split Seat | No | 40:20:40 - |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | 2-Way Manual | - |
| Adjustable Front Seat | 2-Way Manual | - |
| Cooled Seats | No | - |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | 2-Way Manual | Driver + Passenger Power |
| Fabric Seats | No | - |
| Front Headrest | Adjustable | - |
| Leather Seats | No | - |
| Memory Seats | No | - |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | 2-Way Manual | Driver + Passenger Power |
| Rear Headrest | No | - |
| Armrest Front | No | - |
| Armrest Rear | No | - |
| Driver Seat | 2-Way Manual | - |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | Commercial cab, driver and passenger seating, basic instrumentation, air conditioning (Aircon variant), manual controls | - |
| Interior Trim Colour | Grey | - |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | Vinyl | - |
| Interior Colours | Grey | - |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | No | - |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | No | - |
| Seat Belt Warning | Yes | - |
| Seat Fold Type | No | - |
| Seat Trim | Vinyl | Semi-Aniline Leather |
| Spec | K2500 | LX |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | 0-inch Touchscreen | Mark Levinson/ EMV,DAB |
| Apple CarPlay | No | - |
| Android Auto | No | - |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | No | Standard |
| Number of Speakers | 2 | Standard 25 |
| Navigation System | No | Standard/ Touch Screen,EMV |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | No | Standard TFT,Full Digital,12.3-inch |
| USB Ports | 0 | Standard 3PCs |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | No | - |
| Wireless Android Auto | No | - |
| FM Radio | Yes | - |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | No | - |
| Voice Recognition | No | - |
| AUX Input | No | - |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 0 | Mark Levinson/ EMV,DAB |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | No | - |
| Audio Controls On Steering | No | - |
| Infotainment Display | 0 | - |
| Rear Usb | No | - |
| Premium Audio | No | - |
| Audio | Yes | - |
| Audio Speakers | 2 | Standard 25 |
| Audio System | Yes | Mark Levinson/ EMV,DAB |
| Display Audio | 0-inch Touchscreen | - |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | 0 | Standard 3PCs |
| Head Up Display | No | - |
| Infotainment Screen | 0 | Mark Levinson/ EMV,DAB |
| Multi Information Display | Analogue | - |
| Connected Services | No | Standard |
| Voice Control | No | - |
| Smartphone Connectivity | No | - |
| Radio | Yes | - |
| Touchscreen | 0 | Mark Levinson/ EMV,DAB |
| Spec | K2500 | LX |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | No | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lamps | Yes | Standard LED |
| Fog Lamps | No | - |
| Roof Rails | No | Standard |
| Alloy Wheel Design | Steel | - |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | No | - |
| Body Cladding | No | - |
| Rear Spoiler | No | - |
| Exterior Colour Options | White | White Nova, Sonic Titanium, Graphite Black GF, Manganese Luster, Terrane Khaki |
| Roof Type | Cab | - |
| Wing Mirror Type | Manual | - |
| Rear Wiper | No | - |
| Door Handle Finish | Metal | - |
| Body Type | Tipper Truck | - |
| DRL | Yes | Standard LED |
| Fog Lights | No | - |
| Front Fog Lights | No | - |
| Led Headlights | No | Standard |
| Led Taillights | No | - |
| Rear Fog Lights | No | - |
| Front Overhang | 870 mm | - |
| Rear Overhang | 1400 mm | - |
| Auto Headlights | No | - |
| Automatic Headlamps | No | - |
| Daytime Running Lights | Yes | Standard LED |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | Cab | - |
| Exterior Colour Options | 1 | - |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | Metal | - |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | No | - |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | No | - |
| Front Fog Lamps | No | - |
| Headlamp Levelling | No | - |
| Headlamps | No | Standard |
| Headlight Type | No | Standard |
| Headlights | No | Standard |
| Load Bed Liner | Not Available | - |
| Panoramic Sunroof | No | Not Available |
| Active Exhaust | Not Available | - |
| Rear Spoiler | No | - |
| Spec | K2500 | LX |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | 25 deg | 21.0 deg |
| Departure Angle | 17 deg | 22.0 deg |
| Wading Depth | Not Available | - |
| Terrain Modes | Not Available | Standard |
| Locking Differential | No | Centre and Rear Torsen LSD |
| Underbody Protection | No | - |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | 15 deg | - |
| Recovery Hooks | Yes | - |
| 4WD System Type | Not Applicable | Permanent all-wheel drive |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Standard |
| Ramp-over Angle | 19 deg | - |
| Approach Angle Deg | 25 deg | 21.0 deg |
| Breakover Angle | 15 deg | - |
| Departure Angle Deg | 17 deg | 22.0 deg |
| Energy Recovery Display | Not Available | - |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | Not Available | - |
| Ground Clearance Max | 195 mm | 205 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | 195 mm | 205 mm |
| Off Road Descent Control | Not Available | - |
| Off Road Traction Assist | Not Available | - |
| Crawl Control | Not Available | Standard |
| Rear Skid Plate Guard | Not Available | - |
| Skid Plates Fuel Tank | Not Available | - |
| Skid Plates Transfer Case | Not Available | - |
| Terrain Mode Mud | Not Available | - |
| Terrain Mode Normal | Not Available | - |
| Terrain Mode Rock | Not Available | - |
| Terrain Mode Sand | Not Available | - |
| Terrain Mode Snow | Not Available | - |
| Terrain Response System | Not Available | - |
| Underbody Camera | Not Available | - |
| Spec | K2500 | LX |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 195R15C | F:265-50 R22 Aluminium F SPORT / R:265-50 R22 Aluminium F SPORT |
| Wheel Type | Steel | - |
| Front Brake Type | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Drum | Ventilated Disc |
| Spare Wheel Type | Full-Size Spare | Full 265-50R22 AluminiumFSPORT |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | 300 mm | - |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | 276 mm | - |
| Parking Brake Type | Manual | - |
| Tyre Load Index | 116 | - |
| Tyre Speed Rating | L | - |
| Wheel Rim Size | 195R15C | 22 |
| Brake Type Front | Ventilated Disc | - |
| Brake Type Rear | Drum | - |
| Spare Tyre | Full-Size Spare | Full 265-50R22 AluminiumFSPORT |
| Tyre Type | Radial | - |
| Front Tyre Width | 195 mm | - |
| Rear Tyre Width | 195 mm | - |
| Wheel Diameter | 195R15C | 22 |
| Auto Brake Hold | Manual | - |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | No | - |
| Brakes | Ventilated Disc | - |
| Cornering Brake Control | No | - |
| Electric Park Brake | Manual | - |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | No | - |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | Not Available | - |
| Handbrake Type | Manual | Electric |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | No | - |
| Leather Steering Wheel | Urethane | - |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | Full-Size Spare | - |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | No | - |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | No | - |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | No | - |
| Steering Wheel Trim | Urethane | - |
| Tyre Pressure Display | No | - |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | No | Standard |
| Wheel Material | Steel | - |
| Wheel Size Type | 195R15C | - |
| Wheels | Steel | - |
| Spec | K2500 | LX |
|---|---|---|
| Service Interval | 7500 | 12 months / 10,000km |
| Approx Service Cost | R2,000 per service | - |
| Battery Warranty | 5 Years / 150,000 km | - |
| Maintenance Plan | 1 Year / 15,000 km | - |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 8.0 l | - |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | 7500 | - |
| First Service At | 7500 | - |
| Service Plan Duration | 1 Year / 15,000 km | - |
| Service Plan Distance | 1 Year / 15,000 km | - |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | Yes | - |
| Alternator | Yes | - |
| Service Plan | 1 Year / 15,000 km | - |
| Service Intervals | 7500 | - |
| Spec | K2500 | LX |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty Years | 5 Years / 150,000 km | 7 years / 100,000km |
| Warranty Kilometers | 5 Years / 150,000 km | 7 years / 100,000km |
| Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | - |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | 3 Years | - |
| Basic Warranty | 5 Years / 150,000 km | 7 years / 100,000km |
| Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | - |
| Warranty | 5 Years / 150,000 km | 7 years / 100,000km |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | - |
| Spec | K2500 | LX |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 275 g/km | 222 g/km |
| Start Stop System | No | - |
| Hybrid System Type | Not Available | - |
| Noise Level | 78 dB | - |
| Variable Valve Timing | No | - |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | B7 Diesel | - |
| Particulate Filter | DPF | - |
| Euro Emission Standard | Euro 3 | - |
| Idle CO2 Output | 289 | - |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | No | - |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | 275 | - |
| Spec | K2500 | LX |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | 6.8 l/100km | - |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | 8.8 l/100km | - |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | 10.0 l/100km | - |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | 11.7 l/100km | - |
| Spec | K2500 | LX |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Top | Private luxury, family and business |
| Price Zar | 460995 ZAR | 2687500 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Current listed price | Flagship |
| Starting Price | 460995 | 2687500 |
| Starting Price Zar | 460995 | 2687500 |
In depth: how these cars differ
This K2500 and LX 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: K2500 41 vs LX 98.
Efficiency index: K2500 40 vs LX 47.
Safety-equipment index: K2500 0 vs LX 93.
Practicality index: K2500 71 vs LX 84.
Ownership-cover index: K2500 49 vs LX 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
LX leads by 43 points
LX has a large lead in Hagalu's source-backed catalogue index over K2500.
Evidence leader
83
/100
Lead
43
points
Data
69%
source coverage
83
#1
Evidence leader
LX
69% source coverage
3 strong categories
Best at
Performance 98
Check
Efficiency 47
Performance
98
Efficiency
47
Safety
93
Practicality
84
Leads by 43 points
40
#2
K2500
84% source coverage
1 strong categories
Best at
Practicality 71
Check
Safety 0
Performance
41
Efficiency
40
Safety
0
Practicality
71
Ownership
49
Performance 24%
Safety 22%
Practicality 22%
Efficiency 17%
Ownership 15%
Category leaders
What moves the verdict
Performance
LX +57
Efficiency
LX +7
Safety
LX +93
Practicality
LX +13
Large difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
LX
Performance
98/100
Efficiency
47/100
Safety
93/100
Practicality
84/100
K2500
Performance
41/100
Efficiency
40/100
Safety
0/100
Practicality
71/100
Ownership
49/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
Lexus LX
leads the specification evidence index with 83 pts
vs 40 pts for K2500
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, LX leads. However, K2500 may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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K2500 vs LX questions
There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the models and available derivatives in South Africa on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.
Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.
Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.
A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.
Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.
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