Nissan Magnite vs Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Maybach SL
A proper head-to-head in South Africa — compare price, performance, fuel economy or electric range, safety and the details that shape long-term ownership.
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Nissan Magnite
1.0 Acenta Plus EZ-Shift
Petrol
Current
ZAR 323,900
ex-showroom
⚡ 53 kW
🔧 96 Nm
⛽ 16.9 km/l
VS
Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Maybach SL
SL 680 Maybach
Petrol Mild Hybrid
9-Speed Automatic
Current
ZAR 5,092,000
ex-showroom
⚡ 430 kW
🔧 800 Nm
⛽ 7.7 km/l
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Decision summary
Nissan Magnite vs Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Maybach SL: the short answer
Mercedes-Maybach SL holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over Magnite.
Magnite starts ZAR 4,862,100 cheaper
Magnite from ZAR 229,900 · Mercedes-Maybach SL from ZAR 5,092,000
Five key differences
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| Specification | Magnite | Mercedes-Maybach SL |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | Magnite53 kW @ 6250 rpm | Mercedes-Maybach SL430 kW |
| Maximum Torque | Magnite96 Nm @ 3500 rpm | Mercedes-Maybach SL800 Nm |
| Engine Size | Magnite999 cc | Mercedes-Maybach SL3982 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | Magnite16.9 km/l | Mercedes-Maybach SL7.7 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | Magnite205 mm | Mercedes-Maybach SL115 mm |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
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Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Maybach SL
SL 680 Maybach
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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Magnite
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
Specification evidence leader
Mercedes-Maybach SL
Strengths
- More powerful engine output
- Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
- Lower fuel efficiency
- Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:
Published Performance
Which One's Right for You?
Magnite
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Mercedes-Maybach SL
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
- Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Full Specs, Side by Side
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| Spec | Magnite | Mercedes-Maybach SL |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2021 | 2026 |
| Generation | First generation Magnite arrived in SA in 2021 — Nissan's entry into the growing budget compact SUV segment | Current South African Mercedes-Maybach SL generation represented by derivative SL 680 Maybach |
| Facelift History | 2023 facelift refreshed the grille, interior trims, and added safety upgrades | Current-generation/facelift specification; derivative-specific South African configuration |
| Facelift Launched Since | 2023 | Current South African model cycle |
| Facelift Version Ending | Current | Current |
| Body Style | SUV | Convertible |
| 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 | - |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Production Status | Active | Current South African retail range |
| Segment | Compact SUV | Luxury convertible |
| Tare Mass Kg | 1007 kg | - |
| Vehicle Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Spec | Magnite | Mercedes-Maybach SL |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3995 mm | 4705 mm |
| Width | 1758 mm | 1915 mm |
| Height | 1571 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2500 mm | 2900 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 205 mm | 115 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 l | 70 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 336 l | 213 l |
| Kerb Weight | 1007 kg | 2050 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 1399 kg | 2000 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 5 m | 6.25 m |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | - | 120 mm |
| Payload Capacity | - | 400 kg |
| Towing Capacity | - | 2000 kg |
| Number of Rows | - | 2 rows |
| Front Headroom | - | 960 mm |
| Rear Headroom | - | 960 mm |
| Front Legroom | - | 900 mm |
| Rear Legroom | - | 900 mm |
| Spec | Magnite | Mercedes-Maybach SL |
|---|---|---|
| Front Track Width | 1536 mm | - |
| Rear Track Width | 1535 mm | - |
| Front Suspension | Mac Pherson strut with Lower Transverse link | Independent multi-link suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Twin tube telescopic shock absorbe | Independent multi-link suspension |
| 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 | Mac Pherson strut with Lower Transverse link | Independent multi-link suspension |
| MagneRide Damping | Not Available | - |
| Rear Axle Type | Twin tube telescopic shock absorbe | - |
| Rear Suspension Type | Twin tube telescopic shock absorbe | Independent multi-link suspension |
| Shock Absorbers | Twin-tube telescopic shock absorber | - |
| Suspension | Mac Pherson strut with Lower Transverse link | - |
| Spec | Magnite | Mercedes-Maybach SL |
|---|---|---|
| Load Bed Length | Not Applicable | - |
| Load Bed Width | Not Applicable | - |
| Climate Control | Automatic air conditioning | Multi-zone automatic climate control |
| Power Windows | Driver auto up/down with anti-pinch | Yes |
| Keyless Entry | Smart keyless entry with push start | KEYLESS-GO |
| Push Button Start | Standard | Yes |
| Wireless Charging | Not Available | Yes |
| Sunroof | Not Available | Panoramic glass roof / model-specific roof |
| Electric Tailgate | Not Available | No |
| Automatic Headlamps | LED bi-projector headlamp | - |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Not Available | Rain-sensing automatic wipers |
| 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 | - |
| AC Type | Automatic air conditioning | Multi-zone automatic climate control |
| 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 | - |
| Heads Up Display | Not Available | - |
| 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 | - |
| Air Conditioning | Automatic air conditioning | Multi-zone automatic climate control |
| 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 Length Mm | Not Applicable | - |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | Not Available | - |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | Not Available | - |
| Loadbox Width Mm | Not Applicable | - |
| 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 | Smart keyless entry with push start | KEYLESS-GO |
| 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 | Magnite | Mercedes-Maybach SL |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol | 3982/V8 |
| Engine Code | Not Officially Disclosed | M177 |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol Mild Hybrid |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | 48V Mild Hybrid |
| Engine Displacement | 999 cc | 3982 cc |
| Cylinders | 3 | 8 |
| Cylinder Layout | Inline | V |
| Valves | 12 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated | Twin Turbocharged |
| Fuel System | Petrol injection | Direct injection |
| Compression Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 8.6:1 |
| Bore | Not Officially Disclosed | 83.0 mm |
| Stroke | Not Officially Disclosed | 92.0 mm |
| Maximum Power | 53 kW @ 6250 rpm | 430 kW |
| Maximum Torque | 96 Nm @ 3500 rpm | 800 Nm |
| Combined Power | Not Applicable | 430 kW |
| Combined Torque | Not Applicable | 800 Nm |
| Motor Type | Not Applicable | 48 V integrated starter-generator |
| Number of Motors | Not Applicable | 1 |
| Motor Location | Not Applicable | Integrated with transmission / rear axle depending on hybrid system |
| Drive Type | Not Officially Disclosed | AWD |
| Transmission | Not Officially Disclosed | 9-Speed Automatic |
| Top Speed | 150 km/h | 260 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 21.0 sec | 4.1 sec |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | 15.0 sec |
| Drive Modes | Not Officially Disclosed | Comfort, Sport, Individual |
| Launch Control | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Rev Limiter | Not Officially Disclosed | 7000 rpm |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 52.6 kW/tonne | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 95.3 Nm/tonne | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Battery Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Usable Battery Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Battery Type | Not Applicable | 0 |
| Battery Voltage | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| 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 | No |
| Spec | Magnite | Mercedes-Maybach SL |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Position | - | - |
| Gearbox | AMT | 9G-TRONIC automatic |
| Drivetrain Layout | 2WD | AWD |
| LSD Available | Not Available | No |
| Transfer Case | Not Available | Permanent AWD transfer system |
| Differential Lock | Not Available | No |
| Paddle Shifters | Not Applicable | Yes |
| Final Drive Ratio | Not Applicable | Model-specific ratio; Hagalu Research Team reference |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | - | - |
| Number of Gears | 5 | 9 |
| Transmission Type | AMT | 9G-TRONIC automatic |
| Clutch Type | Not Applicable | Torque converter |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Not Applicable | Yes |
| Gear Shift Type | AMT | Automatic with manual shift mode |
| Drivetrain | 2WD | AWD |
| 4WD Engagement | Not Available | No |
| 4WD Hi Range | Not Available | 0 |
| 4WD Lo Range | Not Available | 0 |
| 4WD Selector | Not Available | No |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | Not Applicable | Yes |
| Differential Type Front | Not Available | - |
| Differential Type Rear | Not Available | - |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Available | No |
| Gearbox Type | AMT | 9G-TRONIC automatic |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Available | 0 |
| Low Range | Not Available | 0 |
| Axle Layout | 2WD | Driven axle configuration: AWD |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Available | No |
| Transfer Case Guard | Not Available | - |
| Transmission Speeds | 5 | 9 |
| Spec | Magnite | Mercedes-Maybach SL |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 16.9 km/l | 7.7 km/l |
| City Mileage | 15.6 km/l | 7.7 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | 22 km/l | 7.7 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 l | 66 l |
| Emission Standard | - | Euro 6 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not Applicable | 0 l |
| Auto Start Stop | Not Applicable | Yes |
| Low Fuel Warning | - | - |
| Real-world Mileage | 16.9 km/l | 7.7 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 40 | 66 |
| Combined Driving Range | Not Applicable | 0 |
| Electric Consumption | Not Applicable | 0 |
| Range Real World Highway | Not Applicable | 0 km |
| Range Real World Mixed | Not Applicable | 0 km |
| Spec | Magnite | Mercedes-Maybach SL |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 6 airbags | 7 |
| ABS | Standard | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard | Yes |
| Traction Control | Not Available | Yes |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | No |
| Hill Start Assist | Standard | Yes |
| Child Safety Lock | Standard | Yes |
| ISOFIX Mounts | Standard | Yes |
| Brake Assist | Standard | Ventilated disc brakes |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Standard | Mercedes-Benz model-specific chassis equipment |
| Engine Immobiliser | Standard | Yes |
| Alarm System | Standard | - |
| Central Locking | Remote central locking | - |
| Side Impact Beams | - | - |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Driver and passenger | Comfort seats with model-specific electric adjustment |
| Speed Alert System | Adjustable speed limiter | - |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | Not Available | - |
| Front Parking Sensors | Not Available | Front and rear |
| Safety Rating | Not Available | - |
| Whiplash Protection | Not Available | - |
| Lane Change Warning | Not Available | - |
| AEB | Not Available | Ventilated disc brakes |
| BA | Standard | Yes |
| Brake Override System | Not Available | Ventilated disc brakes |
| Curtain Airbags | Standard | Yes |
| Driver Airbag | Standard | Yes |
| EBD | Standard | Yes |
| Engine Immobiliser | Standard | Yes |
| Fatigue Detection | Not Available | - |
| Hill Hold | Standard | Yes |
| Passenger Airbag | Standard | Yes |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Not Available | Yes |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Driver and passenger front pretensioners with load limiters | Comfort seats with model-specific electric adjustment |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Driver and passenger | Comfort seats with model-specific electric adjustment |
| Side Airbags | Standard | Yes |
| Stability Control | Standard | Yes |
| TCS | Not Available | Yes |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Not Available | - |
| Knee Airbag | Not Available | Yes |
| ABS EBD | Standard | Yes |
| Anti Theft Alarm | Standard | - |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | 6 airbags | - |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | 6 airbags | - |
| ESC With Traction Control | Standard | - |
| Spec | Magnite | Mercedes-Maybach SL |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Cruise control with adjustable speed limiter | Adaptive cruise control |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Not Available | Yes |
| Lane Keep Assist | Not Available | Yes |
| Lane Departure Warning | Not Available | Yes |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Not Available | Yes |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Not Available | Yes |
| Parking Sensors | Rear parking sensors | Front and rear |
| Rear View Camera | Rear Parking Camera | Yes |
| 360 Degree Camera | Around View Monitor | Yes |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Not Available | Ventilated disc brakes |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Not Available | Yes |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Not Available | Yes |
| Auto Highbeam | Not Available | Yes |
| Auto Lights | LED bi-projector headlamp | - |
| Auto Wipers | Not Available | Rain-sensing automatic wipers |
| Eco Mode | Not Available | - |
| EV Mode | Not Available | - |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Rear parking sensors | Front and rear |
| Reverse Camera | Rear Parking Camera | Yes |
| Sport Mode | Not Available | - |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Not Available | Yes |
| Park Assist | Not Available | Yes |
| Around View Monitor | Around View Monitor | Yes |
| Blind Spot Warning | Not Available | Yes |
| Emergency Braking | Not Available | - |
| Forward Collision Warning | Not Available | Yes |
| 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 | Magnite | Mercedes-Maybach SL |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Leather two-tone seats | Nappa leather |
| Seat Adjustment | 3-way driver seat adjustment | - |
| Heated Seats | Not Available | Front heated seats |
| Ventilated Seats | Not Available | Yes |
| Steering Type | Electric Power Steering | - |
| Steering Adjustment | Steering wheel adjustment with manual tilt | - |
| Ambient Lighting | Not Available | 64-colour ambient lighting |
| Folding Rear Seats | 60:40 split second row | - |
| Front Armrest | Not Available | - |
| Rear Armrest | Not Available | - |
| Front Shoulder Room | Not Applicable | - |
| Rear Shoulder Room | Not Applicable | - |
| Cup Holders | Front and rear cup holders | - |
| Rear AC Vents | Not Available | - |
| Rear USB Ports | Not Available | - |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather | Nappa leather multifunction steering wheel |
| Instrument Cluster Type | Speedometer and tachometer | - |
| Interior Colour Options | 6 | - |
| Driver Lumbar Support | Not Available | - |
| Door Map Pockets | Not Available | - |
| 60 40 Split Seat | 60:40 split second row | Comfort seats with model-specific electric adjustment |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | 3-way driver seat adjustment | - |
| Adjustable Front Seat | 2-way passenger seat adjustment | - |
| Cooled Seats | Not Available | - |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | 3-way driver seat adjustment | Electric adjustment with memory |
| Fabric Seats | Not Available | - |
| Front Headrest | Adjustable | - |
| Leather Seats | Standard | - |
| Memory Seats | Not Available | - |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | 2-way passenger seat adjustment | Electric adjustment with memory |
| 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 | - |
| Seat Trim | Leather two-tone seats | Comfort seats with model-specific electric adjustment |
| Spec | Magnite | Mercedes-Maybach SL |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | 8-inch touchscreen with smartphone integration | MBUX multimedia system |
| Apple CarPlay | Standard | Wireless Apple CarPlay |
| Android Auto | Standard | Wireless Android Auto |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Standard | Yes |
| Number of Speakers | 6 | 13 |
| Navigation System | Not Available | - |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | 7-inch TFT | 12.3-inch digital instrument display |
| USB Ports | Front USB / smartphone integration | USB-C ports |
| FM Radio | Standard | - |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Standard | - |
| Voice Recognition | Not Available | - |
| AUX Input | Not Available | - |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 8-inch | MBUX multimedia system |
| 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 | - |
| Audio Speakers | 6 | 13 |
| Audio System | 6-speaker audio system | - |
| Display Audio | 8-inch touch screen with smartphone integration | - |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | Front USB / smartphone integration | - |
| Head Up Display | Not Available | - |
| Infotainment Screen | 8-inch | MBUX multimedia system |
| Multi Information Display | 7-inch TFT driver display | - |
| Connected Services | Smartphone integration | - |
| Voice Control | Not Available | - |
| Smartphone Connectivity | Smartphone integration | - |
| Radio | Standard | - |
| Touchscreen | 8-inch | MBUX multimedia system |
| Spec | Magnite | Mercedes-Maybach SL |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | LED | DIGITAL LIGHT / LED headlamps |
| Daytime Running Lamps | Standard | LED daytime running lights |
| Fog Lamps | LED front fog lights | Integrated LED all-weather lighting |
| Roof Rails | Not Available | No |
| Alloy Wheel Design | 16" Alloy - 2 Tone Wheel | - |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | Chrome exterior door handles | - |
| Body Cladding | Standard | - |
| Rear Spoiler | Standard | - |
| Exterior Colour Options | See Nissan South Africa Magnite colour selector | Mercedes-Benz model-specific exterior equipment |
| 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 daytime running lights |
| Fog Lights | LED front fog lights | - |
| Front Fog Lights | LED front fog lights | - |
| Led Headlights | LED | DIGITAL LIGHT / LED headlamps |
| 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 daytime running lights |
| 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 | Integrated LED all-weather lighting |
| Headlamp Levelling | LED bi-projector headlamp | - |
| Headlamps | LED | DIGITAL LIGHT / LED headlamps |
| Headlight Type | LED | DIGITAL LIGHT / LED headlamps |
| Headlights | LED | DIGITAL LIGHT / LED headlamps |
| Load Bed Liner | Not Available | - |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Not Available | Panoramic glass roof / model-specific roof |
| Active Exhaust | Not Available | - |
| Rear Spoiler | Standard | - |
| Spec | Magnite | Mercedes-Maybach SL |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | Not Available | Not Applicable |
| Departure Angle | Not Available | Not Applicable |
| Wading Depth | Not Available | Not Applicable |
| Terrain Modes | Not Available | Not Applicable |
| Locking Differential | Not Available | No |
| Underbody Protection | Not Available | - |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | Not Available | - |
| Recovery Hooks | Not Available | - |
| 4WD System Type | Not Available | No |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | No |
| Ramp-over Angle | Not Available | - |
| Approach Angle Deg | Not Available | - |
| Breakover Angle | Not Available | Not Applicable |
| Breakover Angle Deg | Not Available | - |
| Departure Angle Deg | Not Available | - |
| Energy Recovery Display | Not Available | - |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | Not Available | - |
| Ground Clearance Max | 205 mm | - |
| Ground Clearance Min | 205 mm | - |
| Off Road Descent Control | Not Available | - |
| Off Road Traction Assist | Not Available | - |
| Crawl Control | 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 | Magnite | Mercedes-Maybach SL |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 195/60R16 | 275/45 R21 |
| Wheel Type | 16" Alloy - 2 Tone Wheel | - |
| Front Brake Type | Disc brakes | Ventilated disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Drum brake | Ventilated disc |
| Spare Wheel Type | Full Size Spare wheel | 21-inch alloy wheels |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | - | - |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | - | - |
| Parking Brake Type | Manual parking brake | - |
| Tyre Load Index | - | - |
| Tyre Speed Rating | - | - |
| Wheel Rim Size | 16 | 21 |
| 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 | - |
| Handbrake Type | Not Applicable | Ventilated disc brakes |
| 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 | Mercedes-Benz model-specific chassis equipment |
| Wheel Size Type | 195/60R16 | - |
| Spec | Magnite | Mercedes-Maybach SL |
|---|---|---|
| Service Interval | 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 | 5 Years / 100000 km |
| Service Intervals | 10000 | - |
| Spec | Magnite | Mercedes-Maybach SL |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty Years | 6 years / 150,000 km | 5 Years / 100000 km |
| Warranty Kilometers | 6 years / 150,000 km | 5 Years / 100000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | Standard | - |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | Not Available | - |
| Basic Warranty | 6 years / 150,000 km | 5 Years / 100000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | Standard | - |
| Warranty | 6 years / 150,000 km | 5 Years / 100000 km |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | Standard | - |
| Spec | Magnite | Mercedes-Maybach SL |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 140.15 g/km | 309 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 | Magnite | Mercedes-Maybach SL |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | - | - |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | - | - |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | - | - |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | - | - |
| Spec | Magnite | Mercedes-Maybach SL |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Top | Displayed price includes 15% VAT; CO2 tax is separate where listed; five-year/100,000 km service and maintenance plan may be excluded. |
| Price Zar | 323900 ZAR | 5092000 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Current listed price | Current South African retail price |
| Starting Price | 323900 | 5500000 |
| Starting Price Zar | 323900 | 5500000 |
In depth: how these cars differ
This Magnite and Mercedes-Maybach SL 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: Magnite 16 vs Mercedes-Maybach SL 100.
Efficiency index: Magnite 65 vs Mercedes-Maybach SL 38.
Safety-equipment index: Magnite 86 vs Mercedes-Maybach SL 95.
Practicality index: Magnite 64 vs Mercedes-Maybach SL 46.
Ownership-cover index: Magnite not separately scored vs Mercedes-Maybach SL 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
Mercedes-Maybach SL leads by 16 points
Mercedes-Maybach SL holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over Magnite.
Evidence leader
72
/100
Lead
16
points
Data
83%
source coverage
72
#1
Evidence leader
Mercedes-Maybach SL
83% source coverage
2 strong categories
Best at
Performance 100
Check
Efficiency 38
Performance
100
Efficiency
38
Safety
95
Practicality
46
Leads by 16 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
Mercedes-Maybach SL +84
Efficiency
Magnite +27
Safety
Mercedes-Maybach SL +9
Practicality
Magnite +18
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Mercedes-Maybach SL
Performance
100/100
Efficiency
38/100
Safety
95/100
Practicality
46/100
Magnite
Performance
16/100
Efficiency
65/100
Safety
86/100
Practicality
64/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Maybach SL
leads the specification evidence index with 72 pts
vs 56 pts for Magnite
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Mercedes-Maybach SL 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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Magnite vs Mercedes-Maybach SL 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.
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