Source type: Official OEM South Africa
Toyota Land Cruiser Prado vs Nissan X-Trail
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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Toyota Land Cruiser Prado
2.8 VX 4x4 Automatic
Diesel
6-Speed Automatic
Current
ZAR 1,150,000
ex-showroom
⚡ 150 kW
🔧 500 Nm
⛽ 12.3 km/l
VS
Nissan X-Trail
2.5 Acenta Plus 4WD CVT 7-seat
Petrol
CVT
Current
ZAR 812,900
ex-showroom
⚡ 135 kW
🔧 244 Nm
⛽ 12.8 km/l
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Add a 3rd car
Decision summary
Toyota Land Cruiser Prado vs Nissan X-Trail: the short answer
Land Cruiser Prado and X-Trail are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
X-Trail starts ZAR 292,100 cheaper
Land Cruiser Prado from ZAR 980,000 · X-Trail from ZAR 687,900
Five key differences
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| Specification | Land Cruiser Prado | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | Land Cruiser Prado150 kW | X-Trail135 kW @ 6000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | Land Cruiser Prado500 Nm | X-Trail244 Nm @ 3600 rpm |
| Engine Size | Land Cruiser Prado2755 cc | X-Trail2488 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | Land Cruiser Prado12.3 km/l | X-Trail12.8 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | Land Cruiser Prado220 mm | X-Trail211 mm |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Source type: Nissan South Africa X-Trail specifications page and September 2025 brochure
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Land Cruiser Prado
Strengths
- More powerful engine output
- Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
- Lower fuel efficiency
- Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:
Published Performance
Specification evidence leader
X-Trail
Strengths
- Better fuel efficiency
- Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
- Less powerful engine setup
- Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:
Published Efficiency
Published Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
Land Cruiser Prado
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
- Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
X-Trail
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
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| Spec | Land Cruiser Prado | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 1996 | 2001 |
| Generation | Current Prado represents the latest evolution of Toyota’s global Land Cruiser platform with modern safety and comfort upgrades | T33 fourth-generation Nissan X-Trail for South Africa |
| Facelift History | Major redesigns in 2009, 2017 and latest generation updates improving technology and safety | Current South African T33 X-Trail specification from Nissan official page and September 2025 brochure |
| Facelift Launched Since | 2017 | 2023 |
| Facelift Version Ending | Current | Current |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Color Note | White, Black, Silver, Grey, Dark Blue | White, Silver, Black, Grey, Blue |
| Dealer Stock Note | Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup | Top grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Drivetrain Note | Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 2.8 VX 4x4 Automatic | Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 2.5 Acenta Plus 4WD CVT 7-seat |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Production Status | active | published |
| Segment | SUV | Family SUV |
| Tare Mass Kg | 2250 kg | 1666 kg |
| Vehicle Type | SUV | SUV |
| Spec | Land Cruiser Prado | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4840 mm | 4680 mm |
| Width | 1885 mm | 1840 mm |
| Height | 1890 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2790 mm | 2705 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 220 mm | 211 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | 125 mm | - |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 l | 55 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 120 l | 485 l |
| Kerb Weight | 2250 kg | 1666 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 2990 kg | 2295 kg |
| Payload Capacity | 740 kg | - |
| Towing Capacity | 3000 kg | 2000 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Rows | 3 rows | - |
| Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 5.6 m | 11.1 m |
| Front Headroom | 995 mm | 1050 mm |
| Rear Headroom | 957 mm | 1000 mm |
| Front Legroom | 1042 mm | 1095 mm |
| Rear Legroom | 882 mm | 892 mm |
| Spec | Land Cruiser Prado | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Front Track Width | Not Applicable | 1585 mm |
| Rear Track Width | Not Applicable | 1590 mm |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbone | Independent front strut |
| Rear Suspension | 4-Link Rigid with Stabiliser | Independent multi-link rear suspension |
| Chassis Type | Ladder Frame Reinforced | - |
| Power Steering | Power Assisted | Dual pinion electric power steering |
| Steering Column | Tilt and Telescopic | Tilt and telescopic |
| Front Spring Type | Double Wishbone | - |
| Rear Spring Type | 4-Link Rigid with Stabiliser | - |
| Chassis Material | Ladder Frame Reinforced | - |
| Front Suspension Type | Double Wishbone | Independent front strut |
| MagneRide Damping | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rear Axle Type | 4-Link Rigid with Stabiliser | Multi-link rear suspension |
| Rear Suspension Type | 4-Link Rigid with Stabiliser | Independent multi-link rear suspension |
| Suspension | Double Wishbone | Independent front strut / multi-link rear |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | - | Standard |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | - | Standard |
| Shock Absorber Type | - | - |
| Shock Absorbers | - | - |
| Spec | Land Cruiser Prado | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Load Bed Length | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Climate Control | Triple Zone Automatic | Dual-zone automatic temperature control |
| Power Windows | All Windows | Front and rear power windows |
| Keyless Entry | Smart Key | Smart keyless entry with hands-free walk-away lock and approach unlock |
| Push Button Start | Standard | Standard |
| Wireless Charging | Standard | Standard |
| Sunroof | Electric Sunroof | Not Available |
| Electric Tailgate | Hands Free Electric | Not Available |
| Automatic Headlamps | LED with Auto Leveling | Standard |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Not Available | Standard |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | 120 l | 1298 l |
| AC Type | Triple Zone Automatic | Dual-zone automatic temperature control |
| Adaptive Dampers | Not Available | Not Available |
| Climate Zones | Triple Zone Automatic | 2 |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | All Windows | Power adjustable, folding and heated mirrors |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | Standard | - |
| Engine Start Stop | Standard | Standard |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Standard | Standard |
| Engine Warranty | 2 Years | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | 8.1 | 7.8 |
| Panoramic Roof | Electric Sunroof | Not Available |
| Performance Data Logger | Not Available | Not Available |
| Power Mirrors | All Windows | Power adjustable, folding and heated mirrors |
| Push Button Start | Standard | Standard |
| Rev Matching | Not Available | Not Available |
| Seat Type | Leather | Quilted premium leather |
| Side Steps | Standard/available | - |
| Skid Plates | Confirmed 4WD derivative | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Telescopic Steering | Tilt and Telescopic | Standard |
| Tilt Steering | Tilt and Telescopic | Standard |
| Voice Command | Built-in GPS Navigation | Voice recognition |
| Voice Command Support | Built-in GPS Navigation | Voice recognition |
| Accelerator 0 100 | 9.8 sec | 10.4 sec |
| Air Conditioning | Triple Zone Automatic | Dual-zone automatic temperature control |
| Battery Preconditioning | Not Available | Not Available |
| Bed Extender | Not Available | Not Available |
| Canopy Fitment | Not Available | Not Available |
| Common Rail Injection | Common Rail Direct Injection | Direct injection |
| Diff Lock | Rear and Center Locking Differential | Not Available |
| Difflock | Rear and Center Locking Differential | Not Available |
| Intelligent Battery System | Not Available | Not Available |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | Smart Key | Standard |
| Lift Gate | Hands Free Electric | - |
| Load Bed Cover | Not Available | Not Available |
| Load Bed Light | Not Available | Not Available |
| Load Bed Steps | Not Available | Not Available |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | Not Available | Not Available |
| Loadbox Length Mm | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | Not Available | Not Available |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | Not Available | Not Available |
| Loadbox Width Mm | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Manual Aircon | Triple Zone Automatic | Not Available |
| Mirror | All Windows | Electric folding heated mirrors |
| One Pedal Driving | Not Available | Not Available |
| Passive Entry Start | Smart Key | Smart keyless entry with push-button start |
| Powered Tailgate | Hands Free Electric | - |
| Rear Electric Motor | Not Available | Not Available |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | Not Available | Not Available |
| Remote Central Locking | Smart Key | Standard |
| Rim Size | 19-inch Alloy | 19 |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | Silver Roof Rails | Silver roof rails / 100 kg maximum roof load |
| Side Step | Standard/available | - |
| Sonar | Front and Rear | Parking distance sensors |
| Sound System | 14 | 6 |
| Source Model Column | land-cruiser-prado | x-trail |
| Sport Plus Mode | Not Available | Not Available |
| Sports Bar | Not Available | Not Available |
| Steering Column Adjustment | Tilt and Telescopic | Tilt and telescopic |
| Sub Frame | Ladder Frame Reinforced | - |
| Surround View Monitor | Standard | Standard |
| Tailgate Damper | Not Available | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | Not Available | Not Available |
| Tow Bar Type | Not Available | Not Available |
| TPMS | Standard | Standard |
| Trailer Stability Assist | Confirmed 4WD derivative | Standard |
| Trailer Sway Control | Confirmed 4WD derivative | Standard |
| Trim Level | flagship | top |
| Unlocking | Smart Key | Smart keyless entry with hands-free walk-away lock and approach unlock |
| Variant Role | Flagship / premium derivative | Off-road or adventure derivative |
| Vdc | Standard | Standard |
| Vehicle To Grid | Not Available | Not Available |
| Vehicle To Load | Not Available | Not Available |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | Smart Key | Standard |
| Walk Away Lock | Smart Key | Standard |
| Wireless Charger | Standard | Standard |
| Digital Speedometer | - | 12.3-inch |
| Heads Up Display | - | 10.8-inch head-up display |
| Propilot | - | Standard |
| Automatic High Beam | - | Standard |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | - | Standard |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | - | Auto dimming mirror |
| Electric Mirror Folding | - | Standard |
| Heated Mirrors | - | Standard |
| Rear Defogger | - | Standard |
| Rear Privacy Windows | - | Standard |
| Drag Coefficient | - | 0.33 |
| Roof Load | - | 100 kg |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | 120 l | 1298 l |
| Spare Wheel | Not Available | Temporary spare wheel |
| Rear Air Conditioning | - | Second-row air vents |
| Rear Window Defroster | - | Standard |
| 12V Accessory Socket | - | 12V outlet in instrument panel and cargo area |
| Tail Lamps | - | Standard |
| Speed Limiter | - | Standard |
| Driver Alertness | - | Intelligent Driver Alert |
| Tie Down Hooks | - | 4 cargo tie-down hooks |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | - | Auto dimming mirror |
| Bottle Holders | - | Front 2 / second row 2 / third row 2 cupholders |
| Centre Console | - | Butterfly opening centre console |
| Driver Display | - | Full TFT meter with speed, tachometer and gauges |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | - | Power adjustable, folding and heated exterior mirrors |
| Front Armrest | - | Butterfly opening centre console |
| Front Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Front Power Outlet | - | 12V instrument panel outlet |
| Front Wiper | - | Variable intermittent, speed-sensitive wipers |
| Front Wipers Type | - | Washer nozzle with variable intermittent, speed-sensitive wipers |
| Fuel Lid Opener | - | Capless fuel filler door |
| Hill Start Assist | - | Standard |
| Multi Function Steering | - | Standard |
| Power Socket 12v | - | Instrument panel and cargo area 12V outlets |
| Rear Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | - | LED tail lights |
| Rear Seat Split | - | 40/20/40 second row and 50/50 third row |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | - | Auto dimming mirror |
| Remote Side Mirror | - | Power adjustable, folding and heated exterior mirrors |
| Ride Mode Selection | - | Eco / Normal / Sport |
| Speed Alert System | - | Speed limiter |
| Stabilizer Bar | - | Front and rear stabiliser bars |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | - | Standard |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | - | Standard |
| Steering Mounted Controls | - | Meter, audio, telephone, voice, cruise and limiter controls |
| Tachometer | - | Standard |
| Trip Computer | - | Full TFT meter with gauges |
| Tyre Repair Kit | - | Not Available |
| Vanity Mirror | - | Illuminated vanity mirrors |
| Vanity Mirror Illuminated | - | Standard |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | - | Standard |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | - | Not Available |
| Engine Check Warning | - | - |
| Steering Response | - | - |
| Glovebox Cooling | - | - |
| Headrest Adjustable | - | - |
| Rear Reading Lamps | - | - |
| Remote Engine Start | - | - |
| Remote Start | - | - |
| Door Ajar Warning | - | - |
| Boot Opener | - | - |
| Headlamp Height Adjust | - | - |
| Headlamp Washer | - | - |
| Roof Antenna | - | - |
| Rear Wing | - | - |
| Aero Kit | - | - |
| Chrome Grille | - | - |
| Chrome Exterior Highlights | - | - |
| Service Reminder | - | - |
| Glove Box | - | - |
| Reading Lights Rear | - | - |
| Side Impact Bars | - | - |
| Power Sliding Doors | - | Not Applicable |
| Intercooler | - | Not Applicable |
| Impact Sensing Door Unlock | - | - |
| Spec | Land Cruiser Prado | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.8-litre Turbocharged Diesel | 2.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol |
| Engine Code | Market-specific engine family | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 2755 cc | 2488 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Cylinder Layout | Inline | Inline |
| Valves | 16 | 16 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | Naturally Aspirated |
| Fuel System | Common Rail Direct Injection | Direct Injection |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Bore | 82.0 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Stroke | 94.6 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Maximum Power | 150 kW | 135 kW @ 6000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 500 Nm | 244 Nm @ 3600 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 | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | 6-Speed Automatic | CVT |
| Top Speed | 175 km/h | 195 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 9.8 sec | 10.4 sec |
| Quarter Mile | 15.5 sec | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | Eco, Comfort, Sport | Eco, Normal, Sport plus terrain modes |
| Launch Control | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rev Limiter | 4800 rpm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 66.7 kW/tonne | 81 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 222.2 Nm/tonne | 146.5 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 | Land Cruiser Prado | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | 6-Speed Automatic | Xtronic CVT |
| Drivetrain Layout | Ladder Frame | Intelligent 4x4 |
| LSD Available | Electronic | Standard |
| Transfer Case | Low Range with Crawl Control | Intelligent 4x4 direct-coupling system |
| Differential Lock | Rear and Center Locking Differential | Not Applicable |
| Paddle Shifters | Not Applicable | Standard |
| Final Drive Ratio | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Number of Gears | 4 | Not Applicable |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Clutch Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Type | 6-Speed Automatic | CVT |
| Drivetrain | 4WD / AWD | Intelligent 4x4 |
| 4WD Engagement | Available | Automatic Intelligent 4x4 |
| 4WD Hi Range | Available | Standard |
| 4WD Lo Range | Available where 4WD low range is fitted | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Selector | Confirmed 4WD derivative | Drive and terrain mode selector |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | Not Applicable | Standard |
| Drive Mode Selector | 4WD/off-road drive mode support | 4WD/off-road drive mode support |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Gearbox Type | 6-Speed Automatic | Xtronic CVT |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | Available where 4WD low range is fitted | Not Applicable |
| Axle Layout | 4x4 | 4WD |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Transmission Speeds | 4 | Not Applicable |
| Differential Type Front | - | Not Available |
| Differential Type Rear | - | Not Available |
| Transfer Case Guard | - | Not Available |
| Engine Position | - | - |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | - | - |
| Spec | Land Cruiser Prado | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 12.3 km/l | 12.8 km/l |
| City Mileage | 9 km/l | 11.1 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | 12 km/l | 15.7 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 l | 55 l |
| Emission Standard | Euro 5 | - |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Auto Start Stop | Standard | Not Applicable |
| Real-world Mileage | 12.3 km/l | 12.8 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 87 | 55 |
| 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 |
| Low Fuel Warning | - | - |
| Spec | Land Cruiser Prado | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 9 | Driver, passenger, curtain, front side and front far-side airbags |
| ABS | Standard | Standard |
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard | Standard |
| Traction Control | Standard | Standard |
| Hill Descent Control | Standard | Standard |
| Hill Start Assist | Not Available | Standard |
| Child Safety Lock | Standard | Standard |
| ISOFIX Mounts | Standard | Standard |
| Brake Assist | Standard | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Standard | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Standard | Standard |
| Alarm System | Standard | Vehicle security system |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Not Available | Driver, passenger and rear seat belt reminder |
| Front Parking Sensors | Front and Rear | Standard |
| AEB | Standard | Standard |
| BA | Standard | Standard |
| Brake Override System | Not Available | Not Available |
| Curtain Airbags | Not Available | Standard |
| Driver Airbag | 9 | Standard |
| EBD | Standard | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Standard | Standard |
| Hill Hold | Not Available | Standard |
| Passenger Airbag | 9 | Standard |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Standard | Standard |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Not Available | Not Available |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Not Available | Driver, passenger and rear seat belt reminder |
| Side Airbags | Not Available | Standard |
| Stability Control | Standard | Standard |
| TCS | Standard | Standard |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Standard | Standard |
| Knee Airbag | Not Available | Not Available |
| ABS EBD | Standard | Standard |
| Anti Theft Alarm | Standard | Vehicle security system |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | 9 | Driver, passenger, front side, curtain and front far-side airbags |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | 9 | Driver, passenger, front side, curtain and front far-side airbags |
| ESC With Traction Control | Standard | Vehicle Dynamic Control with Traction Control System |
| Central Locking | - | Standard |
| Far Side Airbag | - | Standard |
| Fatigue Detection | - | Intelligent Driver Alert |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | - | Standard |
| Speed Alert System | - | Speed limiter |
| Lane Change Warning | - | Blind Spot Warning and Intelligent Blind Spot Intervention |
| Side Impact Beams | - | - |
| Whiplash Protection | - | - |
| Safety Rating | - | - |
| Spec | Land Cruiser Prado | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Standard | Intelligent Cruise Control |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Standard | Intelligent Cruise Control |
| Lane Keep Assist | Standard | Intelligent Lane Intervention |
| Lane Departure Warning | Standard | Intelligent Lane Intervention |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Standard | Standard |
| Parking Sensors | Front and Rear | Front and rear parking sensors |
| Rear View Camera | Standard | Standard |
| 360 Degree Camera | Standard | Standard |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Standard | Standard |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Not Available | Standard |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Not Available | Not Available |
| Auto Highbeam | Not Available | Standard |
| Auto Lights | LED with Auto Leveling | Automatic headlights |
| Auto Wipers | Not Available | Standard |
| EV Mode | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Front and Rear | Standard |
| Reverse Camera | Standard | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Standard | Intelligent Cruise Control |
| Park Assist | Not Available | Not Available |
| Around View Monitor | Standard | Standard |
| Blind Spot Warning | Standard | Standard |
| Emergency Braking | Standard | Intelligent Emergency Braking with junction assist and pedestrian/cyclist detection |
| Forward Collision Warning | Not Available | Standard |
| Parking Distance Sensors | Front and Rear | Front and rear parking sensors |
| Parking Sensor | Front and Rear | Front and rear parking sensors |
| Pre-Collision System | Standard | Intelligent Forward Collision Warning and Emergency Braking |
| Rear View Camera | Standard | Standard |
| Reverse Camera Type | Standard | Rear parking camera |
| Reversing Camera | Standard | Standard |
| Surround View Camera | Standard | Standard |
| Blind Spot Intervention | - | Standard |
| Automatic High Beam | - | Standard |
| Eco Mode | - | Standard |
| Front Camera | - | Around View Monitor camera system |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | - | Standard |
| Sport Mode | - | Standard |
| Spec | Land Cruiser Prado | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Leather | Leather-accented |
| Seat Adjustment | Power Adjustable with Memory | Power driver seat with manual passenger seat |
| Heated Seats | Front Heated | Standard |
| Ventilated Seats | Front Ventilated | Not Applicable |
| Steering Type | Power Assisted | Dual pinion electric power steering |
| Steering Adjustment | Tilt and Telescopic | Tilt and telescopic |
| Ambient Lighting | Premium Ambient Lighting | Not Applicable |
| Front Shoulder Room | Not Applicable | 1451 mm |
| Rear Shoulder Room | Not Applicable | 1422 mm |
| Steering Wheel Material | Not Applicable | Leather-accented |
| Interior Colour Options | 5 | 5 |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Not Applicable | 40/20/40 split-fold second row |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | Power Adjustable with Memory | 8-way power driver seat with 2-way power lumbar |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Power Adjustable with Memory | Power slide, reclining, lifter, tilt and 2-way lumbar |
| Fabric Seats | Leather | Quilted premium leather |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | Manual with Lumbar Support | Manual slide and reclining |
| Driver Seat | Power Adjustable with Memory | 8-way power driver seat with 2-way power lumbar |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | Premium cabin materials, large touchscreen infotainment, leather seats, multi-zone climate control | Spacious cabin, touchscreen infotainment, Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, flexible seating layout |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | Leather | Quilted premium leather |
| Interior Colours | 5 | 5 |
| Seat Trim | Leather | Leather-accented / synthetic leather |
| Instrument Cluster Type | - | 12.3-inch full TFT digital meter |
| Massage Seats | - | Driver and passenger seat massage functionality |
| Heated Front Seats | - | Standard |
| Folding Rear Seats | - | 40:20:40 sliding/reclining second row and 50:50 third-row dive-down seats |
| Third Row Seats | - | Standard |
| Boot Space Seats Down | - | 651 |
| Driver Lumbar Support | - | 2-way power driver lumbar |
| Rear Armrest | - | Second-row centre armrest |
| Second Row Seat Configuration | - | 40/20/40 split second row with manual slide, manual recline, single folding and armrest through to third row |
| Third Row Seat Configuration | - | 50/50 split third row with manual reclining and dive-down folding |
| Third Row Seating Capacity | - | 2 |
| Cup Holders | - | 6 |
| Rear AC Vents | - | Standard |
| Adjustable Front Seat | - | Manual slide and reclining passenger seat |
| Front Armrest | - | Centre armrest |
| Armrest Front | - | Centre armrest |
| Armrest Rear | - | Rear centre armrest |
| Cooled Seats | - | Not Available |
| Interior Trim Colour | - | Black |
| Leather Seats | - | Leather-accented / synthetic leather |
| Door Map Pockets | - | Front seat back pockets |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | - | Standard |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | - | Power reclining |
| Seat Belt Warning | - | Driver, passenger and rear seat belt reminder |
| Seat Fold Type | - | 40/20/40 split second row and 50/50 dive-down third row |
| Rear USB Ports | - | 2 |
| Memory Seats | - | - |
| Front Headrest | - | - |
| Rear Headrest | - | - |
| Spec | Land Cruiser Prado | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | 9-inch Premium Touchscreen | 12.3-inch NissanConnect display with navigation |
| Apple CarPlay | Standard | Standard |
| Android Auto | Standard | Standard |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Standard | Standard |
| Number of Speakers | 14 | 6 |
| Navigation System | Built-in GPS Navigation | Satellite navigation |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | Not Applicable | 12.3-inch full TFT digital meter |
| USB Ports | Not Available | 4 |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Standard | Standard |
| Wireless Android Auto | Standard | Standard |
| Voice Recognition | Built-in GPS Navigation | Standard |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 9-inch Premium Touchscreen | 12.3-inch touchscreen display |
| Infotainment Display | 9-inch Premium Touchscreen | 12.3-inch |
| Audio Speakers | 14 | 6 |
| Audio System | 14 | 6 speaker audio system |
| Display Audio | 9-inch Premium Touchscreen | 12.3-inch |
| Infotainment Screen | 9-inch Premium Touchscreen | 12.3-inch touchscreen display |
| Connected Services | Standard | NissanConnect smartphone integration |
| Voice Control | Built-in GPS Navigation | Voice recognition |
| Smartphone Connectivity | Standard | Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Touchscreen | 9-inch Premium Touchscreen | 12.3-inch touchscreen display |
| Head Up Display | - | 10.8 inch Head-Up Display |
| Multi Information Display | - | 12.3-inch |
| Radio | - | AM/FM radio and DAB+ digital radio |
| FM Radio | - | Standard |
| Rear Usb | - | 2 |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | - | Front USB-A/USB-C and second-row USB-A/USB-C |
| Audio | - | AM/FM, DAB+, Bluetooth audio streaming |
| Audio Controls On Steering | - | Meter, audio, telephone, voice, cruise and limiter controls |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Meter, audio, telephone, voice, cruise and limiter controls |
| AUX Input | - | - |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | - | - |
| Premium Audio | - | Bose sound system with 10 speakers |
| Spec | Land Cruiser Prado | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | LED with Auto Leveling | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lamps | LED DRL | Standard |
| Fog Lamps | LED Front and Rear | Standard |
| Roof Rails | Silver Roof Rails | Silver roof rails |
| Alloy Wheel Design | 19-inch Alloy | 19-inch alloy wheels |
| Exterior Colour Options | 5 | Two-tone colours available on Acenta Plus, plus monotone palette |
| Roof Type | Electric Sunroof | Two-tone body colour |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| DRL | LED DRL | Standard |
| Fog Lights | LED Front and Rear | Standard |
| Front Fog Lights | LED Front and Rear | Standard |
| Led Headlights | LED with Auto Leveling | Standard |
| Auto Headlights | LED with Auto Leveling | Standard |
| Automatic Headlamps | LED with Auto Leveling | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lights | LED DRL | Standard |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | Electric Sunroof | Not Available |
| Exterior Colour Options | 6 | 5 |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | All Windows | Power adjustable, folding and heated mirrors |
| Front Fog Lamps | LED Front and Rear | Standard |
| Headlamp Levelling | LED with Auto Leveling | - |
| Headlamps | LED with Auto Leveling | Standard |
| Headlight Type | LED with Auto Leveling | Standard |
| Headlights | LED with Auto Leveling | Standard |
| Load Bed Liner | Not Available | Not Available |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Electric Sunroof | Not Available |
| Active Exhaust | Not Available | Not Available |
| Front Overhang | - | 935 mm |
| Front Overhang Mm | - | 935 mm |
| Rear Overhang | - | 1040 mm |
| Rear Overhang Mm | - | 1040 mm |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | - | Standard |
| Exterior Mirror Heated | - | Standard |
| Led Taillights | - | Standard |
| Door Handle Finish | - | Body colour |
| Body Cladding | - | Black side moulding |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | - | Body colour |
| Wing Mirror Type | - | Electric folding heated mirrors |
| Rear Wiper | - | Standard |
| Rear Fog Lights | - | - |
| Rear Spoiler | - | - |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | - | - |
| Rear Spoiler | - | - |
| Spec | Land Cruiser Prado | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | 31 deg | Not Available |
| Departure Angle | 25 deg | Not Available |
| Wading Depth | 700 mm | Not Available |
| Terrain Modes | Mud Sand Rock Snow | Mud / Snow / Sand |
| Locking Differential | Rear and Center Locking Differential | Not Applicable |
| Underbody Protection | Confirmed 4WD derivative | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| 4WD System Type | Four-wheel drive | Intelligent 4x4 |
| Hill Descent Control | Standard | Standard |
| Approach Angle Deg | 31 deg | Not Available |
| Breakover Angle | Not Available | Not Available |
| Departure Angle Deg | 25 deg | Not Available |
| Energy Recovery Display | Not Available | Not Available |
| Ground Clearance Max | 220 mm | 210 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | 220 mm | 210 mm |
| Off Road Descent Control | Standard | Standard |
| Off Road Traction Assist | Confirmed 4WD derivative | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Terrain Mode Mud | Confirmed 4WD derivative | Mud |
| Terrain Mode Sand | Confirmed 4WD derivative | Sand |
| Terrain Mode Snow | Confirmed 4WD derivative | Snow |
| Wading Depth Mm | 700 mm | - |
| Crawl Control | - | Not Available |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | - | Not Available |
| Rear Skid Plate Guard | - | Not Available |
| Recovery Hooks | - | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Fuel Tank | - | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Transfer Case | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Response System | - | Mud / Snow / Sand terrain modes |
| Underbody Camera | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Normal | - | Eco / Normal / Sport drive modes |
| Terrain Mode Rock | - | Not Available |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | - | Not Available |
| Ramp-over Angle | - | Not Available |
| Spec | Land Cruiser Prado | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 265/60 R19 | 235/55 R19 |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch Alloy | 19-inch alloy wheels |
| Front Brake Type | Ventilated Disc | Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc | Disc |
| Spare Wheel Type | Not Available | Temporary spare wheel |
| Wheel Rim Size | 19-inch Alloy | 19 |
| Brake Type Front | Ventilated Disc | Disc |
| Brake Type Rear | Disc | Disc |
| Tyre Type | 265/60 R19 | Radial |
| Wheel Diameter | 19-inch Alloy | 19 |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | Standard | Standard |
| Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Front and rear disc brakes |
| Cornering Brake Control | Standard | - |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | Not Available | Not Available |
| Handbrake Type | Not Applicable | Electric parking brake with auto hold |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | Standard | Brake Assist System |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | Standard | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Display | Standard | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Standard | Standard |
| Wheel Material | 19-inch Alloy | 19-inch alloy wheels |
| Wheels | 19-inch Alloy | 19-inch alloy wheels |
| Towing Unbraked Kg | - | 750 kg |
| Electric Park Brake | - | Standard |
| Parking Brake Type | - | Electric parking brake with auto hold |
| Auto Brake Hold | - | Electronic parking brake with auto hold |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | - | Standard |
| Front Tyre Width | - | 235 mm |
| Leather Steering Wheel | - | Leather-accented |
| Rear Tyre Width | - | 235 mm |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | - | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Trim | - | Leather-accented |
| Wheel Size Type | - | 235/55 R19 |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | - | - |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | - | - |
| Tyre Load Index | - | - |
| Tyre Speed Rating | - | - |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | - | Temporary steel spare wheel |
| Spec | Land Cruiser Prado | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Service Interval | 10000 km / 12 months | 15 000 km |
| Approx Service Cost | Premium | - |
| Battery Warranty | 2 Years | - |
| Maintenance Plan | 2 Years | Not Available |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | 10000 km / 12 months | 15 000 km |
| Service Plan Duration | 2 Years | Not Available |
| Service Plan Distance | 2 Years | Not Available |
| Service Plan | 2 Years | Not Available |
| Service Intervals | 10000 km / 12 months | 15 000 km |
| Engine Oil Capacity | - | - |
| Alternator | - | - |
| First Service At | - | - |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | - | - |
| Spec | Land Cruiser Prado | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty Years | 3 years / 100 000 km | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| Warranty Kilometers | 3 years / 100 000 km | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | Standard |
| Basic Warranty | 3 years / 100 000 km | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | Standard |
| Warranty | 3 years / 100 000 km | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | Standard |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | - | - |
| Spec | Land Cruiser Prado | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 215 g/km | 183 g/km |
| Start Stop System | Standard | - |
| Hybrid System Type | Not Available | Not Available |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | Diesel | Petrol |
| Euro Emission Standard | Euro 5 | - |
| Idle CO2 Output | 215 | - |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | 215 | 183 |
| Particulate Filter | - | Not Available |
| Variable Valve Timing | - | - |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | - | - |
| Green NCAP Rating | - | - |
| Noise Level | - | - |
| Spec | Land Cruiser Prado | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | 7 l/100km | - |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | 9 l/100km | - |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | 10 l/100km | - |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | 12 l/100km | - |
| Owner Review Count | 21 | - |
| Spec | Land Cruiser Prado | X-Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Flagship | Seven-seat family SUV flagship grade |
| Price Zar | 1150000 ZAR | 812900 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Current listed price | Top 4WD seven-seat Xtronic CVT grade |
| Starting Price | 1150000 | 812900 |
| Starting Price Zar | 1150000 | 812900 |
In depth: how these cars differ
This Land Cruiser Prado and X-Trail 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: Land Cruiser Prado 76 vs X-Trail 56.
Efficiency index: Land Cruiser Prado 49 vs X-Trail 50.
Safety-equipment index: Land Cruiser Prado 98 vs X-Trail 94.
Practicality index: Land Cruiser Prado 69 vs X-Trail 78.
Ownership-cover index: Land Cruiser Prado 40 vs X-Trail 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
X-Trail leads by 1 points
Land Cruiser Prado and X-Trail are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Evidence leader
70
/100
Lead
1
points
Data
70%
source coverage
70
#1
Evidence leader
X-Trail
70% source coverage
2 strong categories
Best at
Safety 94
Check
Efficiency 50
Performance
56
Efficiency
50
Safety
94
Practicality
78
Leads by 1 points
69
#2
Land Cruiser Prado
95% source coverage
2 strong categories
Best at
Safety 98
Check
Ownership 40
Performance
76
Efficiency
49
Safety
98
Practicality
69
Ownership
40
Performance 24%
Safety 22%
Practicality 22%
Efficiency 17%
Ownership 15%
Category leaders
What moves the verdict
Performance
Land Cruiser Prado +20
Efficiency
X-Trail +1
Safety
Land Cruiser Prado +4
Practicality
X-Trail +9
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
X-Trail
Performance
56/100
Efficiency
50/100
Safety
94/100
Practicality
78/100
Land Cruiser Prado
Performance
76/100
Efficiency
49/100
Safety
98/100
Practicality
69/100
Ownership
40/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
Nissan X-Trail
leads the specification evidence index with 70 pts
vs 69 pts for Land Cruiser Prado
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, X-Trail leads. However, Land Cruiser Prado may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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Land Cruiser Prado vs X-Trail 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.