Nissan Magnite vs Nissan NP300 Hardbody

A proper head-to-head in South Africa — we cover price, performance, petrol economy, safety and what it'll actually cost you to own each one long term.

Nissan Magnite in South Africa

Nissan Magnite

1.0 KURO 5MT Petrol Manual
ZAR 315,000 ex-showroom
⚡ 53 kW (71 hp)
🔧 96 Nm
⛽ 19 km/l
VS
Nissan NP300 Hardbody in South Africa

Nissan NP300 Hardbody

2.5 TDi Double Cab Hi-Rider 4x4 Automatic Diesel Automatic
ZAR 529,900 ex-showroom
⚡ 98 kW (131 hp)
🔧 304 Nm
⛽ 11.4 km/l
+
＋

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At a Glance — Who Wins What

⚡ Performance NP300 Hardbody
⛽ Petrol Economy Magnite
🔑 Ownership Cost Tie

The Overall Score — Here's How They Stack Up

🏆 Winner
#1

Magnite

49
/ 100
+0
pts
#2

NP300 Hardbody

49
/ 100

Very close match. Final decision depends on buyer preference.

The Bottom Line

Both Magnite and NP300 Hardbody are extremely closely matched, making the final choice dependent on buyer preference.

Where They Actually Differ

Performance NP300 Hardbody +6 pts
Efficiency Magnite +8 pts
Safety NP300 Hardbody +6 pts
Practicality Magnite +4 pts
Ownership Equal

Score Breakdown by Category

🏆 Overall Winner

Magnite

Performance 4/20
Efficiency 15/20
Safety 6/20
Practicality 12/20
Ownership 12/20

NP300 Hardbody

Performance 10/20
Efficiency 7/20
Safety 12/20
Practicality 8/20
Ownership 12/20

What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)

🏆 Overall Winner

Magnite

Strengths
  • Better fuel efficiency
  • More practical for daily use
Weak Spots
  • Less powerful engine setup
  • Less comprehensive safety features
Best suited to: Fuel Efficiency Family Usage

NP300 Hardbody

Strengths
  • More powerful engine output
  • Stronger safety package
Weak Spots
  • Lower fuel efficiency
  • Less practical in daily usage
Best suited to: Highway Driving

Which One's Right for You?

Magnite

  • Buyers looking for better fuel efficiency
  • Large families needing more practicality and usability

NP300 Hardbody

  • Drivers who prioritise strong highway performance and overtaking power
  • Families prioritising stronger safety equipment

Full Specs, Side by Side

Spec Magnite NP300 Hardbody
Ground Clearance 205 215
Wheelbase 2500 2500
Length 3994 4875
Width 1758 1760
Height 1572 1655
Kerb Weight 1035 1395
Gross Vehicle Weight 1500 2400
Seating Capacity 5 5
Boot Space 336 Not Applicable
Towing Capacity 500 2500
Front Track Width - 1495
Rear Track Width - 1490
Turning Radius - 5.8
Load Bed Length - 1907
Load Bed Width - 1454
Spec Magnite NP300 Hardbody
Engine 1.0L Naturally Aspirated Petrol 2.5L Turbocharged Diesel
Engine Type Inline 3 Inline 4 Cylinder Turbocharged
Displacement 999 2488
Cylinders 3 4
Valves per Cylinder 4 4
Power 53 98
Torque 96 304
Fuel System Multipoint Injection Common Rail Direct Injection
Top Speed 150 168
0-100 km/h 14.5 12.5
Power @ RPM - 3600 rpm
Torque @ RPM - 1750-2500 rpm
Turbocharger - Single Turbo
Compression Ratio - 17.5:1
Engine Position - Front Longitudinal

So, Which One Should You Buy?

🏆 Nissan Magnite wins with 49 pts vs 49 pts for NP300 Hardbody

In structured scoring, Magnite emerges as the stronger overall package. However, NP300 Hardbody may appeal to buyers prioritising different factors. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.

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Questions Buyers Usually Ask

Based on structured category scoring, Magnite performs better overall in South Africa. However, final choice depends on driving priorities.

Magnite scores 15 while NP300 Hardbody scores 7 in efficiency. Real-world mileage may vary based on driving conditions.

In safety scoring, Magnite scores 6 and NP300 Hardbody scores 12. Both offer competitive safety packages in this segment.

Magnite scores 12 versus NP300 Hardbody scoring 12. Warranty coverage and ownership value influence this result.

Practicality scoring gives Magnite 12 and NP300 Hardbody 8, reflecting cabin space and usability.

Performance category shows Magnite scoring 4 compared to NP300 Hardbody scoring 10, indicating stronger overtaking capability.

While resale depends on market demand, ownership and brand positioning suggest Magnite may hold stronger long-term value.

Off-road suitability depends on drivetrain and ground clearance. Refer to the full specification comparison for detailed technical differences.

Efficiency and ownership categories influence running costs. Magnite performs slightly stronger overall in structured scoring.

Value depends on feature set, performance and ownership coverage. Structured comparison gives Magnite the overall advantage.

In Depth — Breaking It All Down

The comparison between Magnite and NP300 Hardbody in South Africa evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.

Performance: Magnite scores 4 vs 10.

Efficiency: Magnite scores 15 vs 7.

Safety: Magnite scores 6 vs 12.

Practicality: Magnite scores 12 vs 8.

Ownership: Magnite scores 12 vs 12.

Final structured scoring gives Magnite the advantage in this comparison.