Source type: Official OEM South Africa
KIA K2500 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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KIA K2500
2.5TD Tipper
Diesel
5-Speed Manual
Current
ZAR 460,995
ex-showroom
⚡ 70 kW
🔧 225 Nm
⛽ 9.5 km/l
VS
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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Add a 3rd car
Decision summary
KIA K2500 vs Nissan Magnite: the short answer
Magnite holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over K2500.
Magnite starts ZAR 195,095 cheaper
K2500 from ZAR 424,995 · Magnite from ZAR 229,900
Five key differences
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| Specification | K2500 | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | K250070 kW @ 3600 rpm | Magnite53 kW @ 6250 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | K2500225 Nm @ 1500 rpm | Magnite96 Nm @ 3500 rpm |
| Engine Size | K25002498 cc | Magnite999 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | K25009.5 km/l | Magnite16.9 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | K2500195 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)
K2500
Strengths
- More powerful engine output
- Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
- Lower fuel efficiency
- Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:
Published Performance
Published Practicality
Specification evidence leader
Magnite
Strengths
- Better fuel efficiency
- Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
- Less powerful engine setup
- Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:
Published Efficiency
Which One's Right for You?
K2500
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Magnite
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
- Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Full Specs, Side by Side
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| Spec | K2500 | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2000 | 2021 |
| Generation | Long-running commercial truck; second generation with D4BH engine | First generation Magnite arrived in SA in 2021 — Nissan's entry into the growing budget compact SUV segment |
| Facelift History | Updated periodically; current specification ongoing production | 2023 facelift refreshed the grille, interior trims, and added safety upgrades |
| Facelift Launched Since | Original current-generation version | 2023 |
| Facelift Version Ending | Current | Current |
| Body Style | Van | SUV |
| Color Note | White (standard fleet specification) | Brick Red, Storm White, Pearl White, Onyx Black, Gun Grey, Blade Silver |
| Dealer Stock Note | Top grade in the South Africa lineup | Top grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Production Status | active | Active |
| Segment | Van | Compact SUV |
| Tare Mass Kg | 1980 kg | 1007 kg |
| Vehicle Type | Van | SUV |
| Drivetrain Note | - | Front-wheel drive confirmed by Nissan South Africa derivative/specification data |
| Spec | K2500 | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5160 mm | 3995 mm |
| Width | 1900 mm | 1758 mm |
| Height | 2120 mm | 1571 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2890 mm | 2500 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 195 mm | 205 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | 145 mm | - |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 l | 40 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 3000 l | 336 l |
| Kerb Weight | 1980 kg | 1007 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 3500 kg | 1399 kg |
| Payload Capacity | 1000 kg | - |
| Towing Capacity | 1400 kg | - |
| Seating Capacity | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Rows | 1 rows | - |
| Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 12.5 m | 5 m |
| Front Headroom | 1010 mm | - |
| Rear Headroom | Not Applicable | - |
| Front Legroom | 1040 mm | - |
| Rear Legroom | Not Applicable | - |
| Spec | K2500 | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Front Track Width | 1530 mm | 1536 mm |
| Rear Track Width | 1580 mm | 1535 mm |
| Front Suspension | Independent Double Wishbone | Mac Pherson strut with Lower Transverse link |
| Rear Suspension | Rigid Axle Leaf Spring | Twin tube telescopic shock absorbe |
| Chassis Type | Body-on-Frame | - |
| Power Steering | Yes | Electric Power Steering |
| Steering Column | Adjustable | Steering wheel adjustment with manual tilt |
| Front Spring Type | Coil Spring | MacPherson strut |
| Rear Spring Type | Leaf Spring | Torsion beam / twin-tube shock absorber |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | Yes | - |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | No | - |
| Shock Absorber Type | Telescopic | Twin-tube telescopic shock absorber |
| Chassis Material | Body-on-Frame | - |
| Front Suspension Type | Independent Double Wishbone | Mac Pherson strut with Lower Transverse link |
| MagneRide Damping | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rear Axle Type | Rigid Axle Leaf Spring | Twin tube telescopic shock absorbe |
| Rear Suspension Type | Rigid Axle Leaf Spring | Twin tube telescopic shock absorbe |
| Shock Absorbers | Telescopic | Twin-tube telescopic shock absorber |
| Suspension | Independent Double Wishbone | Mac Pherson strut with Lower Transverse link |
| Spec | K2500 | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Load Bed Length | 2200 mm | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | 1600 mm | Not Applicable |
| Climate Control | No | Automatic air conditioning |
| Power Windows | No | Driver auto up/down with anti-pinch |
| Keyless Entry | No | Smart keyless entry with push start |
| Push Button Start | No | Standard |
| Wireless Charging | No | Not Available |
| Sunroof | No | Not Available |
| Electric Tailgate | No | Not Available |
| Automatic Headlamps | No | LED bi-projector headlamp |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | No | Not Available |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | No | Standard |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | Not Applicable | 690 l |
| Rear Window Defroster | No | Standard |
| Electric Mirror Folding | No | Electric folding and electric adjustment |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | No | Standard |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | No | - |
| 12V Accessory Socket | Yes | 12V power socket |
| Speed Limiter | Yes | Cruise control with adjustable speed limiter |
| AC Type | No | Automatic air conditioning |
| Adaptive Dampers | No | Not Available |
| Aero Kit | No | Not Available |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | No | Standard |
| Boot Opener | Manual | - |
| Chrome Exterior Highlights | No | Chrome exterior door handles |
| Chrome Grille | No | Not Available |
| Climate Zones | 1 | 1 |
| Door Ajar Warning | Yes | Door open warning |
| Drag Coefficient | 0.46 | - |
| Driver Display | Analogue Cluster | 7-inch TFT Advanced Drive-Assist Display |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | No | Electric folding and electric adjustment |
| Engine Check Warning | Yes | - |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | No | - |
| Engine Start Stop | No | Standard |
| Engine Start Stop Button | No | Standard |
| Engine Warranty | 5 Years / 150,000 km | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| Front Armrest | No | Not Available |
| Front Power Outlet | No | 12V power socket |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | 10.5 | 5.9 |
| Fuel Lid Opener | Manual | Remote fuel flap release |
| Glovebox Cooling | No | Not Available |
| Headlamp Height Adjust | Yes | - |
| Headlamp Washer | No | Not Available |
| Headrest Adjustable | Yes | Standard |
| Heads Up Display | No | Not Available |
| Hill Start Assist | No | Standard |
| Impact Sensing Door Unlock | Yes | Impact sensing unlock |
| Intercooler | Yes | Not Applicable |
| Multi Function Steering | No | Standard |
| Panoramic Roof | No | Not Available |
| Performance Data Logger | No | Not Available |
| Power Mirrors | No | Electric folding and electric adjustment |
| Push Button Start | No | Standard |
| Rear Defogger | No | Standard |
| Rear Reading Lamps | No | Not Available |
| Rear Seat Split | No | 60:40 split second row |
| Rear Wing | No | Roof spoiler |
| Remote Engine Start | No | - |
| Rev Matching | No | Not Available |
| Ride Mode Selection | No | Not Available |
| Roof Antenna | Yes | Standard |
| Seat Type | Vinyl Seats | 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 Steps | No | Not Available |
| Skid Plates | No | Not Available |
| Spare Wheel | Full-Size Spare | Full Size Spare wheel |
| Speed Alert System | No | Adjustable speed limiter |
| Stabilizer Bar | Yes | - |
| Steering Mounted Controls | No | Standard |
| Steering Response | Normal | Electric power steering |
| Tachometer | Yes | Standard |
| Tail Lamps | No | Standard |
| Telescopic Steering | Tilt and Telescopic | Not Available |
| Tilt Steering | Tilt and Telescopic | Steering wheel adjustment with manual tilt |
| Trip Computer | Yes | Standard |
| Tyre Repair Kit | No | Not Available |
| Vanity Mirror | No | Driver and passenger vanity mirrors |
| Voice Command | No | Not Available |
| Voice Command Support | No | Not Available |
| Air Conditioning | No | Automatic air conditioning |
| Automatic High Beam | No | Not Available |
| Battery Preconditioning | Not Available | Not Available |
| Bed Extender | Not Available | Not Available |
| Bottle Holders | 2 | Front and rear cup holders |
| Canopy Fitment | Not Available | Not Available |
| Centre Console | No | Standard |
| Common Rail Injection | Direct Injection Turbodiesel | Petrol injection |
| Diff Lock | No | Not Available |
| Difflock | No | Not Available |
| Digital Speedometer | No | Standard |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | No | Electric folding with side indicator |
| Front Diff Lock | Not Available | Not Available |
| Front Wiper | No | Variable intermittent |
| Front Wipers Type | No | Variable intermittent |
| Glove Box | Yes | Standard |
| Heated Mirrors | No | Not Available |
| Intelligent Battery System | Not Available | Not Available |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | No | Smart keyless entry with push start button |
| Lift Gate | No | Manual tailgate |
| 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 | 2200 mm | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | Not Available | Not Available |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | Not Available | Not Available |
| Loadbox Width Mm | 1600 mm | Not Applicable |
| Manual Aircon | No | Not Available |
| Mirror | Manual | Electric folding |
| One Pedal Driving | Not Available | Not Available |
| Passive Entry Start | No | Smart keyless entry with push start button |
| Power Socket 12v | Yes | 12V power socket |
| Powered Tailgate | No | Not Available |
| Reading Lights Rear | No | Not Available |
| Rear Air Conditioning | No | Not Available |
| Rear Diff Lock | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rear Electric Motor | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | No | Not Available |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | No | Frameless auto dimming mirror |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | Not Available | Not Available |
| Remote Central Locking | Yes | Smart keyless entry with push start button |
| Remote Side Mirror | No | Electric folding |
| Remote Start | No | Not Available |
| Rim Size | 195R15C | 16 |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | No | Not Available |
| Side Impact Bars | Yes | - |
| Sonar | No | Rear parking sensors |
| Sound System | 2 | 6 |
| Source Model Column | k2500 | magnite |
| Sport Plus Mode | Not Available | Not Available |
| Sports Bar | Not Available | Not Available |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | Yes | - |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | No | - |
| Steering Column Adjustment | Tilt and Telescopic | Steering wheel adjustment with manual tilt |
| Sub Frame | Body-on-Frame | - |
| Surround View Monitor | No | Around View Monitor |
| Tailgate Damper | Not Available | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | Not Available | Not Available |
| Tow Bar Type | Not Available | Not Available |
| TPMS | No | Standard |
| Trim Level | top | top |
| Unlocking | No | Smart keyless entry with push start |
| Vanity Mirror Illuminated | No | Not Available |
| Variant Role | Commercial utility derivative | Core range derivative |
| Vdc | No | Vehicle Dynamic Control |
| Vehicle To Grid | Not Available | Not Available |
| Vehicle To Load | Not Available | Not Available |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | No | Smart keyless entry with push start button |
| Walk Away Lock | No | Standard |
| Wireless Charger | No | Not Available |
| Accelerator 0 100 | - | 21 sec |
| Power Sliding Doors | - | Not Applicable |
| Remote Starter | - | Standard |
| Roof Load | - | - |
| Spec | K2500 | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.5-litre Turbocharged Diesel | 1-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol |
| Engine Code | J2T | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 2498 cc | 999 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Cylinder Layout | Inline | Inline |
| Valves | 8 | 12 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 | 4 |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | Naturally Aspirated |
| Fuel System | Direct Injection Turbodiesel | Petrol injection |
| 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 | 53 kW @ 6250 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 225 Nm @ 1500 rpm | 96 Nm @ 3500 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 | RWD | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Transmission | 5-Speed Manual | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Top Speed | 140 km/h | 150 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | Not Officially Disclosed | 21.0 sec |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Launch Control | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rev Limiter | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 35.4 kW/tonne | 52.6 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 113.6 Nm/tonne | 95.3 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 | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Position | Front Transverse | - |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed Manual | AMT |
| Drivetrain Layout | RWD | 2WD |
| LSD Available | No | Not Available |
| Transfer Case | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| Differential Lock | No | Not Available |
| Paddle Shifters | No | Not Applicable |
| Final Drive Ratio | 4.30 | Not Applicable |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | 15.2:1 | - |
| Number of Gears | 5 | 5 |
| Transmission Type | Manual Transmission | AMT |
| Clutch Type | Single Dry Disc | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Yes | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Type | Manual | AMT |
| Drivetrain | RWD | 2WD |
| 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 |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | No | Not Applicable |
| Differential Type Front | Not Available | Not Available |
| Differential Type Rear | Not Available | Not Available |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| Gearbox Type | 5-Speed Manual | AMT |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| Low Range | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| Axle Layout | RWD | 2WD |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| Transfer Case Guard | Not Available | Not Available |
| Transmission Speeds | 5 | 5 |
| Spec | K2500 | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 9.5 km/l | 16.9 km/l |
| City Mileage | 8.0 km/l | 15.6 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | 11.1 km/l | 22 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 l | 40 l |
| Emission Standard | Euro 3 | - |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | No | Not Applicable |
| Auto Start Stop | No | Not Applicable |
| Low Fuel Warning | Yes | - |
| Real-world Mileage | 9.5 km/l | 16.9 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 75 | 40 |
| 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 | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 0 | 6 airbags |
| ABS | No | Standard |
| Electronic Stability Control | No | Standard |
| Traction Control | No | Not Available |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Hill Start Assist | No | Standard |
| Child Safety Lock | No | Standard |
| ISOFIX Mounts | No | Standard |
| Brake Assist | No | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | No | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Standard |
| Alarm System | No | Standard |
| Central Locking | Yes | Remote central locking |
| Side Impact Beams | Yes | - |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Yes | Driver and passenger |
| Speed Alert System | Yes | Adjustable speed limiter |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | No | Not Available |
| Front Parking Sensors | No | Not Available |
| Whiplash Protection | No | Not Available |
| Lane Change Warning | No | Not Available |
| AEB | No | Not Available |
| BA | No | Standard |
| Brake Override System | Yes | Not Available |
| Curtain Airbags | No | Standard |
| Driver Airbag | No | Standard |
| EBD | No | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Standard |
| Fatigue Detection | No | Not Available |
| Hill Hold | No | Standard |
| Passenger Airbag | No | Standard |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | No | Not Available |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Yes | Driver and passenger front pretensioners with load limiters |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Yes | Driver and passenger |
| Side Airbags | No | Standard |
| Stability Control | No | Standard |
| TCS | No | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | No | Not Available |
| Knee Airbag | No | Not Available |
| ABS EBD | No | Standard |
| Anti Theft Alarm | No | Standard |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | 0 | 6 airbags |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | 0 | 6 airbags |
| ESC With Traction Control | No | Standard |
| Safety Rating | - | Not Available |
| Spec | K2500 | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | No | Cruise control with adjustable speed limiter |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | No | Not Available |
| Lane Keep Assist | No | Not Available |
| Lane Departure Warning | No | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | No | Not Available |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | No | Not Available |
| Parking Sensors | No | Rear parking sensors |
| Rear View Camera | No | Rear Parking Camera |
| 360 Degree Camera | No | Around View Monitor |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | No | Not Available |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | No | Not Available |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | No | Not Available |
| Auto Highbeam | No | Not Available |
| Auto Lights | No | LED bi-projector headlamp |
| Auto Wipers | No | Not Available |
| Eco Mode | No | Not Available |
| EV Mode | No | Not Available |
| Rear Parking Sensors | No | Rear parking sensors |
| Reverse Camera | No | Rear Parking Camera |
| Sport Mode | No | Not Available |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | No | Not Available |
| Park Assist | No | Not Available |
| Around View Monitor | No | Around View Monitor |
| Blind Spot Warning | No | Not Available |
| Emergency Braking | No | Not Available |
| Forward Collision Warning | No | Not Available |
| Front Camera | No | Around View Monitor front camera |
| Parking Distance Sensors | No | Rear parking sensors |
| Parking Sensor | No | Rear parking sensors |
| Automatic High Beam | No | Not Available |
| Pre-Collision System | No | Not Available |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | No | Not Available |
| Rear View Camera | No | Rear Parking Camera |
| Reverse Camera Type | No | Rear Parking Camera |
| Reversing Camera | No | Rear Parking Camera |
| Surround View Camera | No | Around View Monitor |
| Spec | K2500 | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Vinyl | Leather two-tone seats |
| Seat Adjustment | 2-Way Manual | 3-way driver seat adjustment |
| Heated Seats | No | Not Available |
| Ventilated Seats | No | Not Available |
| Steering Type | Yes | Electric Power Steering |
| Steering Adjustment | Tilt and Telescopic | Steering wheel adjustment with manual tilt |
| Ambient Lighting | No | Not Available |
| Folding Rear Seats | No | 60:40 split second row |
| Front Armrest | No | Not Available |
| Rear Armrest | No | Not Available |
| Front Shoulder Room | 1405 mm | Not Applicable |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 1350 mm | Not Applicable |
| Cup Holders | 2 | Front and rear cup holders |
| Rear AC Vents | No | Not Available |
| Rear USB Ports | No | Not Available |
| Steering Wheel Material | Urethane | Leather |
| Instrument Cluster Type | Analogue | Speedometer and tachometer |
| Interior Colour Options | Grey | 6 |
| Driver Lumbar Support | No | Not Available |
| Door Map Pockets | Yes | Not Available |
| 60 40 Split Seat | No | 60:40 split second row |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | 2-Way Manual | 3-way driver seat adjustment |
| Adjustable Front Seat | 2-Way Manual | 2-way passenger seat adjustment |
| Cooled Seats | No | Not Available |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | 2-Way Manual | 3-way driver seat adjustment |
| Fabric Seats | No | Not Available |
| Front Headrest | Adjustable | Adjustable |
| Leather Seats | No | Standard |
| Memory Seats | No | Not Available |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | 2-Way Manual | 2-way passenger seat adjustment |
| Rear Headrest | No | Adjustable |
| Armrest Front | No | Not Available |
| Armrest Rear | No | Not Available |
| Driver Seat | 2-Way Manual | 3-way driver seat adjustment |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | Commercial cab, driver and passenger seating, basic instrumentation, air conditioning (Aircon variant), manual controls | 7-inch touchscreen, Bluetooth, USB, reversing camera (Acenta and above), dual airbags, climate control on Acenta+ |
| Interior Trim Colour | Grey | Black |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | Vinyl | Leather two-tone seats |
| Interior Colours | Grey | 6 |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | No | Not Available |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | No | Reclining |
| Seat Belt Warning | Yes | Driver and passenger |
| Seat Fold Type | No | 60:40 split second row |
| Seat Trim | Vinyl | Leather two-tone seats |
| Boot Light | - | Standard |
| Boot Space Seats Down | - | 690 |
| Spec | K2500 | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | 0-inch Touchscreen | 8-inch touchscreen with smartphone integration |
| Apple CarPlay | No | Standard |
| Android Auto | No | Standard |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | No | Standard |
| Number of Speakers | 2 | 6 |
| Navigation System | No | Not Available |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | No | 7-inch TFT |
| USB Ports | 0 | Front USB / smartphone integration |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | No | Standard |
| Wireless Android Auto | No | Standard |
| FM Radio | Yes | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | No | Standard |
| Voice Recognition | No | Not Available |
| AUX Input | No | Not Available |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 0 | 8-inch |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | No | Not Available |
| Audio Controls On Steering | No | Standard |
| Infotainment Display | 0 | 8-inch touch screen with smartphone integration |
| Rear Usb | No | Not Available |
| Premium Audio | No | Not Available |
| Audio | Yes | 8-inch touchscreen audio with smartphone integration |
| Audio Speakers | 2 | 6 |
| Audio System | Yes | 6-speaker audio system |
| Display Audio | 0-inch Touchscreen | 8-inch touch screen with smartphone integration |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | 0 | Front USB / smartphone integration |
| Head Up Display | No | Not Available |
| Infotainment Screen | 0 | 8-inch |
| Multi Information Display | Analogue | 7-inch TFT driver display |
| Connected Services | No | Smartphone integration |
| Voice Control | No | Not Available |
| Smartphone Connectivity | No | Smartphone integration |
| Radio | Yes | Standard |
| Touchscreen | 0 | 8-inch |
| Spec | K2500 | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | No | LED |
| Daytime Running Lamps | Yes | Standard |
| Fog Lamps | No | LED front fog lights |
| Roof Rails | No | Not Available |
| Alloy Wheel Design | Steel | 16" Alloy - 2 Tone Wheel |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | No | Chrome exterior door handles |
| Body Cladding | No | Standard |
| Rear Spoiler | No | Standard |
| Exterior Colour Options | White | See Nissan South Africa Magnite colour selector |
| Roof Type | Cab | Standard roof |
| Wing Mirror Type | Manual | Body-colour electric folding mirrors |
| Rear Wiper | No | Standard |
| Door Handle Finish | Metal | Chrome |
| Body Type | Tipper Truck | SUV |
| DRL | Yes | Standard |
| Fog Lights | No | LED front fog lights |
| Front Fog Lights | No | LED front fog lights |
| Led Headlights | No | LED |
| Led Taillights | No | Standard |
| Rear Fog Lights | No | Not Available |
| Front Overhang | 870 mm | - |
| Rear Overhang | 1400 mm | - |
| Auto Headlights | No | LED bi-projector headlamp |
| Automatic Headlamps | No | LED bi-projector headlamp |
| Daytime Running Lights | Yes | Standard |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | Cab | Not Available |
| Exterior Colour Options | 1 | 6 |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | Metal | Chrome |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | No | Electric folding and electric adjustment |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | No | Electric folding |
| Front Fog Lamps | No | LED front fog lights |
| Headlamp Levelling | No | LED bi-projector headlamp |
| Headlamps | No | LED |
| Headlight Type | No | LED |
| Headlights | No | LED |
| Load Bed Liner | Not Available | Not Available |
| Panoramic Sunroof | No | Not Available |
| Active Exhaust | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rear Spoiler | No | Standard |
| Spec | K2500 | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | 25 deg | Not Available |
| Departure Angle | 17 deg | Not Available |
| Wading Depth | Not Available | Not Available |
| Terrain Modes | Not Available | Not Available |
| Locking Differential | No | Not Available |
| Underbody Protection | No | Not Available |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | 15 deg | Not Available |
| Recovery Hooks | Yes | Not Available |
| 4WD System Type | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Ramp-over Angle | 19 deg | Not Available |
| Approach Angle Deg | 25 deg | Not Available |
| Breakover Angle | 15 deg | Not Available |
| Departure Angle Deg | 17 deg | Not Available |
| Energy Recovery Display | Not Available | Not Available |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | Not Available | Not Available |
| Ground Clearance Max | 195 mm | 205 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | 195 mm | 205 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 |
| Breakover Angle Deg | - | Not Available |
| Wading Depth Mm | - | Not Available |
| Spec | K2500 | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 195R15C | 195/60R16 |
| Wheel Type | Steel | 16" Alloy - 2 Tone Wheel |
| Front Brake Type | Ventilated Disc | Disc brakes |
| Rear Brake Type | Drum | Drum brake |
| Spare Wheel Type | Full-Size Spare | Full Size Spare wheel |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | 300 mm | - |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | 276 mm | - |
| Parking Brake Type | Manual | Manual parking brake |
| Tyre Load Index | 116 | - |
| Tyre Speed Rating | L | - |
| Wheel Rim Size | 195R15C | 16 |
| Brake Type Front | Ventilated Disc | Disc brakes |
| Brake Type Rear | Drum | Drum brake |
| Spare Tyre | Full-Size Spare | Full Size Spare wheel |
| Tyre Type | Radial | Radial |
| Front Tyre Width | 195 mm | 195 mm |
| Rear Tyre Width | 195 mm | 195 mm |
| Wheel Diameter | 195R15C | 16 |
| Auto Brake Hold | Manual | Not Available |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | No | Not Available |
| Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Front disc / rear drum |
| Cornering Brake Control | No | Not Available |
| Electric Park Brake | Manual | Not Available |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | No | Standard |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | Not Available | Not Available |
| Handbrake Type | Manual | Not Applicable |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | No | Not Available |
| Leather Steering Wheel | Urethane | Leather |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | Full-Size Spare | Full Size Spare wheel |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | No | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | No | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | No | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Trim | Urethane | Leather |
| Tyre Pressure Display | No | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | No | Standard |
| Wheel Material | Steel | 16" Alloy - 2 Tone Wheel |
| Wheel Size Type | 195R15C | 195/60R16 |
| Wheels | Steel | 16" Alloy - 2 Tone Wheel |
| Spec | K2500 | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Service Interval | 7500 | 10000 |
| Approx Service Cost | R2,000 per service | - |
| Battery Warranty | 5 Years / 150,000 km | Not Available |
| Maintenance Plan | 1 Year / 15,000 km | 3 years / 30,000 km |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 8.0 l | - |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | 7500 | 15 000 km |
| First Service At | 7500 | 10000 |
| Service Plan Duration | 1 Year / 15,000 km | 3 years / 30,000 km |
| Service Plan Distance | 1 Year / 15,000 km | 3 years / 30,000 km |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | Yes | Not Available |
| Alternator | Yes | - |
| Service Plan | 1 Year / 15,000 km | 3 years / 30,000 km |
| Service Intervals | 7500 | 10000 |
| Spec | K2500 | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty Years | 5 Years / 150,000 km | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| Warranty Kilometers | 5 Years / 150,000 km | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | Standard |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | 3 Years | Not Available |
| Basic Warranty | 5 Years / 150,000 km | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | Standard |
| Warranty | 5 Years / 150,000 km | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | Standard |
| Spec | K2500 | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 275 g/km | 140.15 g/km |
| Start Stop System | No | - |
| Hybrid System Type | Not Available | Not Available |
| Noise Level | 78 dB | Not Available |
| Variable Valve Timing | No | - |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | B7 Diesel | Unleaded Petrol |
| Particulate Filter | DPF | Not Available |
| Euro Emission Standard | Euro 3 | - |
| Idle CO2 Output | 289 | 140.15 |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | No | - |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | 275 | 140.15 |
| Green NCAP Rating | - | Not Available |
| Spec | K2500 | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Top | Top |
| Price Zar | 460995 ZAR | 323900 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Current listed price | Current listed price |
| Starting Price | 460995 | 323900 |
| Starting Price Zar | 460995 | 323900 |
In depth: how these cars differ
This K2500 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: K2500 41 vs Magnite 16.
Efficiency index: K2500 40 vs Magnite 65.
Safety-equipment index: K2500 0 vs Magnite 86.
Practicality index: K2500 71 vs Magnite 64.
Ownership-cover index: K2500 49 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.
Model imagery
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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
Magnite leads by 16 points
Magnite holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over K2500.
Evidence leader
56
/100
Lead
16
points
Data
67%
source coverage
56
#1
Evidence leader
Magnite
67% source coverage
1 strong categories
Best at
Safety 86
Check
Performance 16
Performance
16
Efficiency
65
Safety
86
Practicality
64
Leads by 16 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
K2500 +25
Efficiency
Magnite +25
Safety
Magnite +86
Practicality
K2500 +7
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Magnite
Performance
16/100
Efficiency
65/100
Safety
86/100
Practicality
64/100
K2500
Performance
41/100
Efficiency
40/100
Safety
0/100
Practicality
71/100
Ownership
49/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
Nissan Magnite
leads the specification evidence index with 56 pts
vs 40 pts for K2500
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Magnite 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 Magnite 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.
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.