Source type: Lexus South Africa vehicle API derivative 20G, checked 2026-07-17
Lexus LX 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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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
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
Lexus LX vs Nissan Magnite: the short answer
LX has a large lead in Hagalu's source-backed catalogue index over Magnite.
Magnite starts ZAR 2,457,600 cheaper
LX from ZAR 2,687,500 · Magnite from ZAR 229,900
Five key differences
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| Specification | LX | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | LX225 kW @ 4000 rpm | Magnite53 kW @ 6250 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | LX700 Nm | Magnite96 Nm @ 3500 rpm |
| Engine Size | LX3300 cc | Magnite999 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | LX11.9 km/l | Magnite16.9 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | LX205 mm | Magnite205 mm |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Source type: Nissan South Africa Magnite official specifications page
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Specification evidence leader
LX
Strengths
- More powerful engine output
- Stronger listed safety equipment
- Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
- Lower fuel efficiency
Best suited to:
Published Performance
Published Practicality
Magnite
Strengths
- Better fuel efficiency
Weak Spots
- Less powerful engine setup
- Fewer listed safety features
- Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:
Published Efficiency
Which One's Right for You?
LX
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
- Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Magnite
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Full Specs, Side by Side
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| Spec | LX | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2022 | 2021 |
| Generation | Fourth-generation Lexus LX flagship body-on-frame SUV | First generation Magnite arrived in SA in 2021 — Nissan's entry into the growing budget compact SUV segment |
| Facelift History | Current range adds LX 700h hybrid and Overtrail grades while retaining LX 500d diesel choices | 2023 facelift refreshed the grille, interior trims, and added safety upgrades |
| Facelift Launched Since | Current range adds LX 700h hybrid and Overtrail grades while retaining LX 500d diesel choices | 2023 |
| Facelift Version Ending | Current South African specification checked 2026-07-17 | Current |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Production Status | published | Active |
| Segment | Luxury SUV | Compact SUV |
| Tare Mass Kg | 2670 kg | 1007 kg |
| Vehicle Type | SUV | SUV |
| Color Note | - | Brick Red, Storm White, Pearl White, Onyx Black, Gun Grey, Blade Silver |
| Dealer Stock Note | - | Top grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Drivetrain Note | - | Front-wheel drive confirmed by Nissan South Africa derivative/specification data |
| Spec | LX | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5090 mm | 3995 mm |
| Width | 1990 mm | 1758 mm |
| Height | 1895 mm | 1571 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2850 mm | 2500 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 205 mm | 205 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 l | 40 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 1109 l | 336 l |
| Kerb Weight | 2670 kg | 1007 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 3280 kg | 1399 kg |
| Payload Capacity | 610 kg | - |
| Towing Capacity | 3500 kg | - |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 6 m | 5 m |
| Spec | LX | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Front Track Width | 1675 mm | 1536 mm |
| Rear Track Width | 1675 mm | 1535 mm |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbone with Active Height Control - | Mac Pherson strut with Lower Transverse link |
| Rear Suspension | Multilink with Active Height Control - | Twin tube telescopic shock absorbe |
| Chassis Type | - | - |
| Power Steering | - | Electric Power Steering |
| Steering Column | - | Steering wheel adjustment with manual tilt |
| Front Spring Type | - | MacPherson strut |
| Rear Spring Type | - | Torsion beam / twin-tube shock absorber |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | - | - |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | - | - |
| Shock Absorber Type | - | Twin-tube telescopic shock absorber |
| Chassis Material | - | - |
| Front Suspension Type | Double Wishbone with Active Height Control - | Mac Pherson strut with Lower Transverse link |
| MagneRide Damping | - | Not Available |
| Rear Axle Type | - | Twin tube telescopic shock absorbe |
| Rear Suspension Type | Multilink with Active Height Control - | Twin tube telescopic shock absorbe |
| Shock Absorbers | - | Twin-tube telescopic shock absorber |
| Suspension | - | Mac Pherson strut with Lower Transverse link |
| Spec | LX | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Load Bed Length | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Climate Control | Auto 4-Zone,Air purifier | Automatic air conditioning |
| Power Windows | All/ All One Touch | Driver auto up/down with anti-pinch |
| Keyless Entry | Standard Smart Entry + Panic | Smart keyless entry with push start |
| Push Button Start | Push Start + fingerprint | Standard |
| Wireless Charging | Standard Front x1 | Not Available |
| Sunroof | Moonroof | Not Available |
| Electric Tailgate | Standard Power and Handsfree | Not Available |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Standard | Not Available |
| AC Type | Auto 4-Zone,Air purifier | Automatic air conditioning |
| Heads Up Display | Standard | Not Available |
| Air Conditioning | Auto 4-Zone,Air purifier | Automatic air conditioning |
| Loadbox Length Mm | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Width Mm | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | LED bi-projector headlamp |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | - | Standard |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | 690 l |
| Rear Window Defroster | - | Standard |
| Electric Mirror Folding | - | Electric folding and electric adjustment |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | - | Standard |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | - | - |
| 12V Accessory Socket | - | 12V power socket |
| Speed Limiter | - | Cruise control with adjustable speed limiter |
| Adaptive Dampers | - | Not Available |
| Aero Kit | - | Not Available |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | - | Standard |
| Boot Opener | - | - |
| Chrome Exterior Highlights | - | Chrome exterior door handles |
| Chrome Grille | - | Not Available |
| Climate Zones | - | 1 |
| Door Ajar Warning | - | Door open warning |
| Drag Coefficient | - | - |
| Driver Display | - | 7-inch TFT Advanced Drive-Assist Display |
| Engine Check Warning | - | - |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | - | - |
| Engine Warranty | - | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| Front Armrest | - | Not Available |
| Front Power Outlet | - | 12V power socket |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | - | 5.9 |
| Fuel Lid Opener | - | Remote fuel flap release |
| Glovebox Cooling | - | Not Available |
| Headlamp Height Adjust | - | - |
| Headlamp Washer | - | Not Available |
| Headrest Adjustable | - | Standard |
| Hill Start Assist | - | Standard |
| Impact Sensing Door Unlock | - | Impact sensing unlock |
| Intercooler | - | Not Applicable |
| Multi Function Steering | - | Standard |
| Performance Data Logger | - | Not Available |
| Power Mirrors | - | Electric folding and electric adjustment |
| Rear Defogger | - | Standard |
| Rear Reading Lamps | - | Not Available |
| Rear Seat Split | - | 60:40 split second row |
| Rear Wing | - | Roof spoiler |
| Remote Engine Start | - | - |
| Rev Matching | - | Not Available |
| Ride Mode Selection | - | Not Available |
| Roof Antenna | - | Standard |
| Seat Type | - | Leather two-tone seats |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | - | Driver and passenger front pretensioners with load limiters |
| Service Reminder | - | Service intervals: 10,000 km |
| Side Steps | - | Not Available |
| Skid Plates | - | Not Available |
| Speed Alert System | - | Adjustable speed limiter |
| Stabilizer Bar | - | - |
| Steering Mounted Controls | - | Standard |
| Steering Response | - | Electric power steering |
| Tachometer | - | Standard |
| Tail Lamps | - | Standard |
| Telescopic Steering | - | Not Available |
| Tilt Steering | - | Steering wheel adjustment with manual tilt |
| Trip Computer | - | Standard |
| Tyre Repair Kit | - | Not Available |
| Vanity Mirror | - | Driver and passenger vanity mirrors |
| Voice Command | - | Not Available |
| Voice Command Support | - | Not Available |
| Accelerator 0 100 | - | 21 sec |
| Automatic High Beam | - | Not Available |
| Battery Preconditioning | - | Not Available |
| Bed Extender | - | Not Available |
| Bottle Holders | - | Front and rear cup holders |
| Canopy Fitment | - | Not Available |
| Centre Console | - | Standard |
| Common Rail Injection | - | Petrol injection |
| Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Difflock | - | Not Available |
| Digital Speedometer | - | Standard |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | - | Electric folding with side indicator |
| Front Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Front Wiper | - | Variable intermittent |
| Front Wipers Type | - | Variable intermittent |
| Glove Box | - | Standard |
| Heated Mirrors | - | Not Available |
| Intelligent Battery System | - | Not Available |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | - | Smart keyless entry with push start button |
| Lift Gate | - | Manual tailgate |
| Load Bed Cover | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Light | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Steps | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | - | Not Available |
| Manual Aircon | - | Not Available |
| Mirror | - | Electric folding |
| One Pedal Driving | - | Not Available |
| Passive Entry Start | - | Smart keyless entry with push start button |
| Power Sliding Doors | - | Not Applicable |
| Power Socket 12v | - | 12V power socket |
| Powered Tailgate | - | Not Available |
| Reading Lights Rear | - | Not Available |
| Rear Air Conditioning | - | Not Available |
| Rear Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Rear Electric Motor | - | Not Available |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | - | Not Available |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | - | Frameless auto dimming mirror |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | - | Not Available |
| Remote Central Locking | - | Smart keyless entry with push start button |
| Remote Side Mirror | - | Electric folding |
| Remote Start | - | Not Available |
| Remote Starter | - | Standard |
| Roof Load | - | - |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | - | Not Available |
| Side Impact Bars | - | - |
| Sonar | - | Rear parking sensors |
| Source Model Column | - | magnite |
| Sport Plus Mode | - | Not Available |
| Sports Bar | - | Not Available |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | - | - |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | - | - |
| Steering Column Adjustment | - | Steering wheel adjustment with manual tilt |
| Sub Frame | - | - |
| Tailgate Damper | - | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | - | Not Available |
| Tow Bar Type | - | Not Available |
| Trim Level | - | top |
| Unlocking | Standard Smart Entry + Panic | Smart keyless entry with push start |
| Vanity Mirror Illuminated | - | Not Available |
| Variant Role | - | Core range derivative |
| Vdc | - | Vehicle Dynamic Control |
| Vehicle To Grid | - | Not Available |
| Vehicle To Load | - | Not Available |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | - | Smart keyless entry with push start button |
| Walk Away Lock | - | Standard |
| Spec | LX | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3.3-litre Turbocharged Diesel | 1-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol |
| Engine Code | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 3300 cc | 999 cc |
| Cylinders | 6 | 3 |
| Cylinder Layout | Not Officially Disclosed | Inline |
| Valves | Not Officially Disclosed | 12 |
| Valves per Cylinder | Not Officially Disclosed | 4 |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | Naturally Aspirated |
| Fuel System | Not Officially Disclosed | Petrol injection |
| Compression Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Bore | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Stroke | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Maximum Power | 225 kW @ 4000 rpm | 53 kW @ 6250 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 700 Nm | 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 | AWD | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Transmission | 10-Speed Automatic | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Top Speed | 210 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 | Standard Eco, Normal, Sport, Sport S+, Comfort, Custom | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Launch Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rev Limiter | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 84.3 kW/tonne | 52.6 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 262.2 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 | LX | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | Automatic 10-speed | AMT |
| Drivetrain Layout | AWD | 2WD |
| Transfer Case | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| Differential Lock | Centre and Rear Torsen LSD | Not Available |
| Paddle Shifters | Standard | Not Applicable |
| Number of Gears | 10 | 5 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic 10-speed | AMT |
| Gear Shift Type | Automatic | AMT |
| Drivetrain | AWD | 2WD |
| 4WD Engagement | Permanent all-wheel drive | 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 | Standard | Not Applicable |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| Gearbox Type | Automatic 10-speed | AMT |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| Low Range | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| Axle Layout | AWD | 2WD |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| Transmission Speeds | 10 | 5 |
| Engine Position | - | - |
| LSD Available | - | Not Available |
| Final Drive Ratio | - | Not Applicable |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | - | - |
| Clutch Type | - | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Indicator | - | Not Applicable |
| Differential Type Front | - | Not Available |
| Differential Type Rear | - | Not Available |
| Transfer Case Guard | - | Not Available |
| Spec | LX | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 11.9 km/l | 16.9 km/l |
| City Mileage | 9.7 km/l | 15.6 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | 13.9 km/l | 22 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 l | 40 l |
| Auto Start Stop | Standard | Not Applicable |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 110 | 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 |
| Emission Standard | - | - |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | - | Not Applicable |
| Low Fuel Warning | - | - |
| Real-world Mileage | 11.9 km/l | 16.9 km/l |
| Spec | LX | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | Side,Knee,Curtain,Driver,Passenger | 6 airbags |
| ABS | Standard | Standard |
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard | Standard |
| Traction Control | Standard,, Active Traction Control (ATRC) | Not Available |
| Hill Descent Control | Standard | Not Available |
| Hill Start Assist | Standard | Standard |
| Child Safety Lock | Standard Rear door | Standard |
| ISOFIX Mounts | Standard 2 | Standard |
| Brake Assist | Standard | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Standard | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Siren/ Alarm,Immobiliser,Intrusion Sensor,Fingerprint,Ultra-Wide Band | Standard |
| Alarm System | Siren/ Alarm,Immobiliser,Intrusion Sensor,Fingerprint,Ultra-Wide Band | Standard |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Front + Rear | Driver and passenger |
| Front Parking Sensors | Standard Front + Rear,Intelligent Clearance Sonar,Rear Cross Traffic Alert + Braking | Not Available |
| AEB | Standard | Not Available |
| BA | Standard | Standard |
| Curtain Airbags | Standard | Standard |
| Driver Airbag | Standard | Standard |
| EBD | Standard | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Siren/ Alarm,Immobiliser,Intrusion Sensor,Fingerprint,Ultra-Wide Band | Standard |
| Hill Hold | Standard | Standard |
| Passenger Airbag | Standard | Standard |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | ELR,Pretensioner,Force Limiter,Tension Reducer - | Driver and passenger front pretensioners with load limiters |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front + Rear | Driver and passenger |
| Side Airbags | Standard | Standard |
| Stability Control | Standard | Standard |
| TCS | Standard,, Active Traction Control (ATRC) | Not Available |
| Knee Airbag | Standard | Not Available |
| ABS EBD | Standard | Standard |
| Anti Theft Alarm | Siren/ Alarm,Immobiliser,Intrusion Sensor,Fingerprint,Ultra-Wide Band | Standard |
| Central Locking | - | Remote central locking |
| Side Impact Beams | - | - |
| Speed Alert System | - | Adjustable speed limiter |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | - | Not Available |
| Safety Rating | - | Not Available |
| Whiplash Protection | - | Not Available |
| Lane Change Warning | - | Not Available |
| Brake Override System | - | Not Available |
| Fatigue Detection | - | Not Available |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | - | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | - | Not Available |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | - | 6 airbags |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | - | 6 airbags |
| ESC With Traction Control | - | Standard |
| Spec | LX | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Standard Adaptive,All Speed | Cruise control with adjustable speed limiter |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Standard Adaptive,All Speed | Not Available |
| Lane Keep Assist | Standard Steering Vibration,Lane Trace Assist | Not Available |
| Lane Departure Warning | Standard Steering Vibration,Lane Trace Assist | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Standard Safe Exit Assist | Not Available |
| Parking Sensors | Standard Front + Rear,Intelligent Clearance Sonar,Rear Cross Traffic Alert + Braking | Rear parking sensors |
| Rear View Camera | EMV// Multi Terrain Monitor,Panoramic View Monitor | Rear Parking Camera |
| 360 Degree Camera | EMV// Multi Terrain Monitor,Panoramic View Monitor | Around View Monitor |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Standard | Not Available |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Standard | Not Available |
| Auto Highbeam | Standard | Not Available |
| Auto Wipers | Intermittent,Auto,Rainsensing | Not Available |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Standard Front + Rear,Intelligent Clearance Sonar,Rear Cross Traffic Alert + Braking | Rear parking sensors |
| Reverse Camera | EMV// Multi Terrain Monitor,Panoramic View Monitor | Rear Parking Camera |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Standard Adaptive,All Speed | Not Available |
| Around View Monitor | EMV// Multi Terrain Monitor,Panoramic View Monitor | Around View Monitor |
| Blind Spot Warning | Standard Safe Exit Assist | Not Available |
| Forward Collision Warning | Standard | Not Available |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | - | Not Available |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | - | Not Available |
| Auto Lights | - | LED bi-projector headlamp |
| Eco Mode | - | Not Available |
| EV Mode | - | Not Available |
| Sport Mode | - | Not Available |
| Park Assist | - | Not Available |
| Emergency Braking | - | Not Available |
| Front Camera | - | Around View Monitor front camera |
| Parking Distance Sensors | - | Rear parking sensors |
| Parking Sensor | - | Rear parking sensors |
| Automatic High Beam | - | Not Available |
| Pre-Collision System | - | Not Available |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | - | Not Available |
| Rear View Camera | - | Rear Parking Camera |
| Reverse Camera Type | - | Rear Parking Camera |
| Reversing Camera | - | Rear Parking Camera |
| Spec | LX | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Semi-Aniline Leather | Leather two-tone seats |
| Seat Adjustment | Driver + Passenger Power | 3-way driver seat adjustment |
| Heated Seats | Standard Driver and Passenger only,Rear Row 1 | Not Available |
| Ventilated Seats | Standard Front + Rear Row 1 | Not Available |
| Ambient Lighting | Standard | Not Available |
| Folding Rear Seats | 40:20:40 - | 60:40 split second row |
| Rear Armrest | Standard | Not Available |
| Cup Holders | Standard 8 | Front and rear cup holders |
| Steering Wheel Material | 4 Spoke/ Leather + Heated | Leather |
| Instrument Cluster Type | Standard TFT,Full Digital,12.3-inch | Speedometer and tachometer |
| Driver Lumbar Support | Driver 4-way,Power/ Passenger 4-way | Not Available |
| 60 40 Split Seat | 40:20:40 - | 60:40 split second row |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Driver + Passenger Power | 3-way driver seat adjustment |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | Driver + Passenger Power | 2-way passenger seat adjustment |
| Seat Trim | Semi-Aniline Leather | Leather two-tone seats |
| Steering Type | - | Electric Power Steering |
| Steering Adjustment | - | Steering wheel adjustment with manual tilt |
| Front Armrest | - | Not Available |
| Front Shoulder Room | - | Not Applicable |
| Rear Shoulder Room | - | Not Applicable |
| Rear AC Vents | - | Not Available |
| Rear USB Ports | - | Not Available |
| Interior Colour Options | - | 6 |
| Door Map Pockets | - | Not Available |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | - | 3-way driver seat adjustment |
| Adjustable Front Seat | - | 2-way passenger seat adjustment |
| Cooled Seats | - | Not Available |
| Fabric Seats | - | Not Available |
| Front Headrest | - | Adjustable |
| Leather Seats | - | Standard |
| Memory Seats | - | Not Available |
| Rear Headrest | - | Adjustable |
| Armrest Front | - | Not Available |
| Armrest Rear | - | Not Available |
| Boot Light | - | Standard |
| Boot Space Seats Down | - | 690 |
| Driver Seat | - | 3-way driver seat adjustment |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | - | 7-inch touchscreen, Bluetooth, USB, reversing camera (Acenta and above), dual airbags, climate control on Acenta+ |
| Interior Trim Colour | - | Black |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | - | Leather two-tone seats |
| Interior Colours | - | 6 |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | - | Not Available |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | - | Reclining |
| Seat Belt Warning | - | Driver and passenger |
| Seat Fold Type | - | 60:40 split second row |
| Spec | LX | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | Mark Levinson/ EMV,DAB | 8-inch touchscreen with smartphone integration |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Standard | Standard |
| Number of Speakers | Standard 25 | 6 |
| Navigation System | Standard/ Touch Screen,EMV | Not Available |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | Standard TFT,Full Digital,12.3-inch | 7-inch TFT |
| USB Ports | Standard 3PCs | Front USB / smartphone integration |
| Infotainment Screen Size | Mark Levinson/ EMV,DAB | 8-inch |
| Audio Speakers | Standard 25 | 6 |
| Audio System | Mark Levinson/ EMV,DAB | 6-speaker audio system |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | Standard 3PCs | Front USB / smartphone integration |
| Infotainment Screen | Mark Levinson/ EMV,DAB | 8-inch |
| Connected Services | Standard | Smartphone integration |
| Touchscreen | Mark Levinson/ EMV,DAB | 8-inch |
| Apple CarPlay | - | Standard |
| Android Auto | - | Standard |
| FM Radio | - | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Standard |
| Voice Recognition | - | Not Available |
| AUX Input | - | Not Available |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | - | Not Available |
| Audio Controls On Steering | - | Standard |
| Infotainment Display | - | 8-inch touch screen with smartphone integration |
| Rear Usb | - | Not Available |
| Premium Audio | - | Not Available |
| Audio | - | 8-inch touchscreen audio with smartphone integration |
| Display Audio | - | 8-inch touch screen with smartphone integration |
| Head Up Display | - | Not Available |
| Multi Information Display | - | 7-inch TFT driver display |
| Voice Control | - | Not Available |
| Smartphone Connectivity | - | Smartphone integration |
| Radio | - | Standard |
| Spec | LX | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | Standard | LED |
| Daytime Running Lamps | Standard LED | Standard |
| Roof Rails | Standard | Not Available |
| Exterior Colour Options | White Nova, Sonic Titanium, Graphite Black GF, Manganese Luster, Terrane Khaki | See Nissan South Africa Magnite colour selector |
| Headlights | Standard | LED |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Not Available | Not Available |
| Fog Lamps | - | LED front fog lights |
| Alloy Wheel Design | - | 16" Alloy - 2 Tone Wheel |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | - | Chrome exterior door handles |
| Body Cladding | - | Standard |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Standard |
| Roof Type | - | Standard roof |
| Wing Mirror Type | - | Body-colour electric folding mirrors |
| Rear Wiper | - | Standard |
| Door Handle Finish | - | Chrome |
| Body Type | - | SUV |
| DRL | Standard LED | Standard |
| Fog Lights | - | LED front fog lights |
| Front Fog Lights | - | LED front fog lights |
| Led Headlights | Standard | LED |
| Rear Fog Lights | - | Not Available |
| Front Overhang | - | - |
| Rear Overhang | - | - |
| Auto Headlights | - | LED bi-projector headlamp |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | LED bi-projector headlamp |
| Daytime Running Lights | Standard LED | Standard |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | - | Not Available |
| Exterior Colour Options | - | 6 |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | - | Chrome |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | - | Electric folding |
| Front Fog Lamps | - | LED front fog lights |
| Headlamp Levelling | - | LED bi-projector headlamp |
| Headlamps | Standard | LED |
| Headlight Type | Standard | LED |
| Load Bed Liner | - | Not Available |
| Active Exhaust | - | Not Available |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Standard |
| Spec | LX | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | 21.0 deg | Not Available |
| Departure Angle | 22.0 deg | Not Available |
| Terrain Modes | Standard | Not Available |
| Locking Differential | Centre and Rear Torsen LSD | Not Available |
| 4WD System Type | Permanent all-wheel drive | Not Available |
| Approach Angle Deg | 21.0 deg | Not Available |
| Departure Angle Deg | 22.0 deg | Not Available |
| Ground Clearance Max | 205 mm | 205 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | 205 mm | 205 mm |
| Crawl Control | Standard | Not Available |
| Wading Depth | - | Not Available |
| Underbody Protection | - | Not Available |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | - | Not Available |
| Recovery Hooks | - | Not Available |
| Hill Descent Control | Standard | Not Available |
| Ramp-over Angle | - | Not Available |
| Breakover Angle | - | Not Available |
| Breakover Angle Deg | - | Not Available |
| Energy Recovery Display | - | Not Available |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | - | Not Available |
| Off Road Descent Control | - | Not Available |
| Off Road Traction Assist | - | Not Available |
| 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 |
| Wading Depth Mm | - | Not Available |
| Spec | LX | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | F:265-50 R22 Aluminium F SPORT / R:265-50 R22 Aluminium F SPORT | 195/60R16 |
| Front Brake Type | Ventilated Disc | Disc brakes |
| Rear Brake Type | Ventilated Disc | Drum brake |
| Spare Wheel Type | Full 265-50R22 AluminiumFSPORT | Full Size Spare wheel |
| Wheel Rim Size | 22 | 16 |
| Handbrake Type | Electric | Not Applicable |
| Wheel Type | - | 16" Alloy - 2 Tone Wheel |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | - | - |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | - | - |
| Parking Brake Type | - | Manual parking brake |
| Tyre Load Index | - | - |
| Tyre Speed Rating | - | - |
| Brake Type Front | - | Disc brakes |
| Brake Type Rear | - | Drum brake |
| Tyre Type | - | Radial |
| Front Tyre Width | - | 195 mm |
| Rear Tyre Width | - | 195 mm |
| Auto Brake Hold | - | Not Available |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | - | Not Available |
| Brakes | - | Front disc / rear drum |
| Cornering Brake Control | - | Not Available |
| Electric Park Brake | - | Not Available |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | - | Standard |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | - | Not Available |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | - | Not Available |
| Leather Steering Wheel | - | Leather |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | - | Full Size Spare wheel |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | - | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | - | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Trim | - | Leather |
| Tyre Pressure Display | - | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Standard | Standard |
| Wheel Size Type | - | 195/60R16 |
| Spec | LX | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Service Interval | 12 months / 10,000km | 10000 |
| Approx Service Cost | - | - |
| Battery Warranty | - | Not Available |
| Maintenance Plan | - | 3 years / 30,000 km |
| Engine Oil Capacity | - | - |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | - | 15 000 km |
| First Service At | - | 10000 |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | - | Not Available |
| Alternator | - | - |
| Service Plan | - | 3 years / 30,000 km |
| Service Intervals | - | 10000 |
| Spec | LX | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 222 g/km | 140.15 g/km |
| Start Stop System | - | - |
| Hybrid System Type | - | Not Available |
| Noise Level | - | Not Available |
| Variable Valve Timing | - | - |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | - | Unleaded Petrol |
| Particulate Filter | - | Not Available |
| Euro Emission Standard | - | - |
| Green NCAP Rating | - | Not Available |
| Idle CO2 Output | - | 140.15 |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | - | - |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | - | 140.15 |
| Spec | LX | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Private luxury, family and business | Top |
| Price Zar | 2687500 ZAR | 323900 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Flagship | Current listed price |
| Starting Price | 2687500 | 323900 |
| Starting Price Zar | 2687500 | 323900 |
| Spec | LX | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty | 7 years / 100,000km | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| Warranty Years | 7 years / 100,000km | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| Warranty Kilometers | 7 years / 100,000km | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | - | Standard |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | - | Not Available |
| Basic Warranty | 7 years / 100,000km | 6 years / 150,000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | - | Standard |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | - | Standard |
| Spec | LX | Magnite |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | - | - |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | - | - |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | - | - |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | - | - |
In depth: how these cars differ
This LX 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: LX 98 vs Magnite 16.
Efficiency index: LX 47 vs Magnite 65.
Safety-equipment index: LX 93 vs Magnite 86.
Practicality index: LX 84 vs Magnite 64.
Ownership-cover index: LX not separately scored vs Magnite not separately scored.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.
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Specification Evidence Index
A transparent comparison of published catalogue fields. This is not a road-test score, owner rating or editorial review rating, and it appears only when every vehicle clears the same comparable-data threshold.
Evidence-index readout
LX leads by 27 points
LX has a large lead in Hagalu's source-backed catalogue index over Magnite.
Evidence leader
83
/100
Lead
27
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 27 points
56
#2
Magnite
67% source coverage
1 strong categories
Best at
Safety 86
Check
Performance 16
Performance
16
Efficiency
65
Safety
86
Practicality
64
Performance 24%
Safety 22%
Practicality 22%
Efficiency 17%
Ownership 15%
Category leaders
What moves the verdict
Performance
LX +82
Efficiency
Magnite +18
Safety
LX +7
Practicality
LX +20
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
Magnite
Performance
16/100
Efficiency
65/100
Safety
86/100
Practicality
64/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
Lexus LX
leads the specification evidence index with 83 pts
vs 56 pts for Magnite
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, LX leads. However, Magnite may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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LX 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.