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.
MU-X has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Ora 03 remains close.
Ora 03 starts ZAR 65,450 cheaperMU-X from ZAR 752,400 · Ora 03 from ZAR 686,950
Five key differences
Exact selected derivatives
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Specification
MU-X
Ora 03
Maximum Power
MU-X110 kW @ 3600 rpm
Ora 03126 kW
Maximum Torque
MU-X350 Nm
Ora 03250 Nm
Engine Size
MU-X3000 cc
Ora 03Not Applicable
Combined Fuel Economy
MU-X13.2 km/l
Ora 03Not Applicable
Ground Clearance
MU-X235 mm
Ora 03145 mm
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Independent editorial assessment
Hagalu editorial ratings
When a variant is selected, its rating out of five applies only to that exact derivative; a model-range review is not inherited. Editorial ratings are separate from the Specification Evidence Index out of 100 and are not customer ratings.
Isuzu MU-X
3.0 DDi LSE 4x4 AT
Hagalu editorial ratingNot yet rated
No complete editorial rating is published for this exact variant. This is not a zero score.
Not yet rated means a complete review is not published; it does not mean the vehicle scored zero. Read the rating methodology.
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Specification evidence leader
MU-X
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Lower fuel efficiency
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished Practicality
Ora 03
Strengths
Better fuel efficiency
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published Efficiency
Which One's Right for You?
MU-X
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Ora 03
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
MU-X
Ora 03
360 Degree Camera
Standard
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Standard
Not Available
Automatic High Beam
Standard
-
Auto Highbeam
Standard
Not Available
Auto Lights
Standard
-
Blind Spot Monitoring
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
Standard
Not Available
Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Driver Monitoring
Standard
-
Emergency Braking
Standard
-
EV Mode
Not Available
Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
Standard
Not Available
Front Camera
Standard
-
Lane Keep Assist
Standard
Not Available
Multi Collision Braking
Standard
-
Occupant Detection Sensor
Passengers
-
Parking Distance Sensors
Front & Rear
-
Parking Sensor
Front & Rear
-
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Not Available
Pre-Collision System
Standard
-
Rear View Camera
Standard
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Not Available
Rear View Camera
Standard
-
Reverse Camera
Standard
Not Available
Reverse Camera Type
Standard
-
Reversing Camera
Standard
-
Surround View Camera
Standard
Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Wipers
Not Available
Not Available
Park Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Spec
MU-X
Ora 03
4WD Engagement
Available
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
Available
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Standard
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
Standard
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
4WD / AWD
Front-wheel drive
Drive Mode Selector
4WD/off-road drive mode support
-
Drivetrain
4WD / AWD
Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain Layout
4WD / AWD
Front-wheel drive
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
4
Not Applicable
Gear Knob Trim
Leather / Piano Black
-
Gear Ratio 1st
3.600
-
Gear Ratio 2nd
2.090
-
Gear Ratio 3rd
1.488
-
Gear Ratio 4th
1.000
-
Gear Ratio 5th
0.687
-
Gear Ratio 6th
0.580
-
Gear Ratio Reverse
3.732
-
Gear Shift Type
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox Type
Automatic
Automatic
Low Range
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
Not Applicable
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Standard
Not Applicable
Rear Differential Lock
Standard
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not Applicable
Transfer Case Guard
Standard
Not Available
Transmission Speeds
4
Not Applicable
Transmission Type
6 Speed Automatic
Automatic
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
LSD Available
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
Yes
Differential Type Front
-
Not Available
Differential Type Rear
-
Not Available
Spec
MU-X
Ora 03
4WD System Type
Four-wheel drive
Not Applicable
Approach Angle
30.0 deg
-
Approach Angle Deg
30.0 deg
-
Breakover Angle
24.0 deg
Not Available
Breakover Angle Deg
24.0 deg
-
Departure Angle
26.0 deg
-
Departure Angle Deg
26.0 deg
-
Energy Recovery Display
Not Available
-
Engine Sump Guard
Standard
-
Ground Clearance Max
235 mm
145 mm
Ground Clearance Min
235 mm
145 mm
Hill Descent Control
Standard
Not Available
Off Road Descent Control
Standard
Not Available
Off Road Traction Assist
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not Available
Skid Plate Guard
Standard
-
Terrain Mode Mud
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not Available
Terrain Mode Sand
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not Available
Terrain Mode Snow
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not Available
Terrain Modes
4WD/off-road drive mode support
Not Available
Underbody Protection
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not Available
Wading Depth
800 mm
-
Wading Depth Mm
800 mm
-
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Front Skid Plate Guard
-
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 Normal
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Rock
-
Not Available
Terrain Response System
-
Not Available
Underbody Camera
-
Not Available
Spec
MU-X
Ora 03
ABS
Standard
Not Available
ABS EBD
Standard
Not Available
AEB
Standard
Not Available
Airbags
Standard
Dual SRS, front side, side curtain and front centre airbags
Alarm System
Standard
-
Anti Theft Alarm
Standard
-
BA
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Standard
-
Brake Assist
Standard
Not Available
Child Safety Lock
Standard
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Standard
Standard
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
Standard
-
Driver Passenger Airbags
Standard
-
EBD
Standard
Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Not Available
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Not Available
ESC With Traction Control
Standard
-
Far Side Airbag
Standard
-
Front Parking Sensors
Standard
Not Available
Front Seat Side Airbags
Standard
-
Height Adjustable Seatbelts
Standard
-
Hill Descent Control
Standard
Not Available
Hill Hold
Standard
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Not Available
ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
Not Available
Knee Airbag
Driver
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Standard
Not Available
Seatbelt Reminder
Standard
Not Available
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Standard
Not Available
Side Impact Beams
Standard
-
Stability Control
Standard
Not Available
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Driver Airbag
Standard
Not Available
Passenger Airbag
Standard
Not Available
Side Airbags
Not Available
Standard
Traction Control
Not Available
Not Available
TCS
Not Available
Not Available
Brake Override System
Not Available
Not Available
Spec
MU-X
Ora 03
AC Type
Auto climate control with rear cabin cooling vents
Not Available
12V Accessory Socket
2
-
Adaptive Dampers
Not Available
Not Available
Air Conditioning
Auto climate control with rear cabin cooling vents
Not Available
Auto Dimming Irvm
Auto Dimming
-
Auto Dimming Mirror
Auto Dimming
-
Automatic Headlamps
Standard
-
Automatic High Beam
Standard
-
B Pillar Blackout
Standard
-
Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
-
Bed Extender
Not Available
Not Available
Canopy Fitment
Not Available
Not Available
Climate Control
Auto climate control with rear cabin cooling vents
Not Available
Climate Zones
Auto climate control with rear cabin cooling vents
-
Digital Speedometer
Standard, 7-inch with decoration
-
Electric Tailgate
Power with step sensor and control switch
Not Available
Front Bumper Colour
Gloss Black / Body Colour
-
Front Final Drive Ratio
3.727
-
Front Power Outlet
2
-
Front Reading Lamps
Standard
-
Front Wiper
Auto, Rain Sensing
-
Front Wipers Type
Auto, Rain Sensing
-
Fuel Consumption Combined
7.6
-
Hill Start Assist
Standard
-
Intelligent Battery System
Standard
-
Intelligent Keyless Entry
Standard
-
Intercooler
Standard
-
Keyless Entry
Standard
Not Available
Lift Gate
Power with step sensor and control switch
-
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 Rope Hooks
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Not Available
Not Available
Manual Aircon
Auto climate control with rear cabin cooling vents
-
Mirror
All with driver one touch, jam protection and timer
-
Mudflaps
Front & Rear
-
Oil Pan Guard
Standard
-
One Pedal Driving
Not Available
-
Passive Entry Start
Standard
-
Performance Data Logger
Not Available
Not Available
Power Mirrors
All with driver one touch, jam protection and timer
-
Power Socket 12v
2
-
Power Windows
All with driver one touch, jam protection and timer
Not Available
Powered Tailgate
Power with step sensor and control switch
-
Pre Air Cleaner
Standard
-
Reading Lights Front
Standard
-
Rear Bumper Colour
Body Colour / Gloss Black
-
Rear Electric Motor
Not Available
-
Rear Final Drive Ratio
3.727
-
Rear LED Combination Taillights
Standard
-
Rear Privacy Windows
Standard
-
Rear Wing
Standard
-
Rearview Mirror Inside
Auto Dimming
-
Regenerative Braking Levels
Not Available
-
Remote Central Locking
Standard
-
Remote Start Engine
Standard
-
Rev Matching
Not Available
Not Available
Rim Size
Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33
Not Available
Roof Rack Compatibility
Standard / Very Dark Magnetite
-
Seat Type
Partial Leather
Full-grain leather
Seatbelt Pre Tensioner
Standard
-
Side Impact Bars
Standard
-
Side Steps
Standard / Very Dark Magnetite
-
Skid Plates
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not Available
Sonar
Front & Rear
-
Sound System
8
Not Available
Source Model Column
3.0 LSE A/T 4x4
ora-03
Spare Wheel
Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33
Not Available
Sport Plus Mode
Not Available
Not Available
Sports Bar
Not Available
Not Available
Steering Column Adjustment
Tilt & Telescopic
-
Steering Mounted Controls
Standard
-
Surround View Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Tail Lamps
Standard
-
Tailgate Damper
Not Available
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Telescopic Steering
Tilt & Telescopic
-
Tilt Steering
Tilt & Telescopic
-
Tow Bar Type
Not Available
Not Available
TPMS
Standard
Not Available
Trailer Stability Assist
Confirmed 4WD derivative
-
Trailer Sway Control
Standard
-
Trim Level
flagship
flagship
Unlocking
Standard
Not Available
Variant Role
Flagship / premium derivative
Flagship / premium derivative
Vdc
Standard
-
Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
-
Vehicle To Load
Not Available
-
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
Standard
-
Walk Away Lock
Standard
-
Water Depth Protection Mm
800 mm
-
Electric Folding Mirrors
All with driver one touch, jam protection and timer
-
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Boot Space Seats Folded
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Push Button Start
Not Available
Not Available
Wireless Charging
Not Available
Wireless
Sunroof
Not Available
Panoramic sunroof
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Not Available
Engine Warranty
-
5
Panoramic Roof
Not Available
Panoramic sunroof
Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Difflock
-
Not Available
Front Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Rear Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Spec
MU-X
Ora 03
Active Exhaust
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Headlights
Standard
-
Automatic Headlamps
Standard
-
Body Type
SUV
Hatchback
Daytime Running Lamps
LED
Not Available
Daytime Running Lights
LED
Not Available
Door Handle Finish
Body Colour
-
DRL
LED
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
5
3
Exterior Colour Options
5
3
Exterior Door Handle Colour
Body Colour
-
Exterior Mirror Electric
All with driver one touch, jam protection and timer
-
Fog Lamps
Standard, LED
Not Available
Fog Lights
Standard, LED
-
Front Fog Lamps
Standard, LED
Not Available
Front Fog Lights
Standard, LED
-
Front Overhang Mm
895 mm
-
Headlamp Levelling
Automatic
-
Headlamps
Bi-LED
Not Available
Headlight Type
Bi-LED
Not Available
Headlights
Bi-LED
Not Available
LED Headlamps
Bi-LED
Not Available
Led Headlights
Bi-LED
Not Available
Led Taillights
Standard
-
Load Bed Liner
Not Available
Not Available
Radiator Grille Colour
Dark Chrome
-
Rear Fog Lamps
LED
-
Rear Overhang Mm
1100 mm
-
Rear Spoiler
Standard
-
Rear Wiper
Auto, Rain Sensing
-
Roof Rails
Standard / Very Dark Magnetite
Not Available
Rear Spoiler
Standard
-
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
Panoramic sunroof
Roof Type
-
Panoramic sunroof
Electric Blind Sunroof
-
Panoramic sunroof
Spec
MU-X
Ora 03
Adjustable Driver Seat
Driver Power 8-way & Passenger Power 4-way
-
Ambient Lighting
Standard
Not Applicable
Armrest Rear
Standard with 2 cupholders
-
Driver Seat
Driver Power 8-way & Passenger Power 4-way
-
Driver Seat Adjustment
Driver Power 8-way & Passenger Power 4-way
Not Applicable
Fabric Seats
Partial Leather
Full-grain leather
Front Seats Configuration
2 x Bucket Reclining
-
Heated Front Seats
Standard
-
Instrument Cluster Type
Standard, 7-inch with decoration
-
Interior Colour Options
5
3
Interior Colours
5
3
Interior Courtesy Lamps
Standard
Cabin trim, seating material, screen layout and driver-assistance equipment vary by derivative. Compare the chosen Ora 03 grade before assuming a feature is included.
Leather Accented Seat Trim
Partial Leather
Full-grain leather
Rear Armrest
Standard with 2 cupholders
-
Rear Seat Centre Armrest
Standard with 2 cupholders
-
Seat Adjustment
Driver Power 8-way & Passenger Power 4-way
-
Seat Belt Warning
Standard
-
Seat Material
Partial Leather
Full-grain leather
Seat Trim
Partial Leather
Full-grain leather
Second Row Seat Configuration
Bench 60:40 Fold-Flat
-
Steering Adjustment
Tilt & Telescopic
-
Steering Type
Hydraulic
-
Third Row Seat Configuration
Bench 50:50 Fold-Flat
-
Rear USB Ports
Standard
-
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Driver Power 8-way & Passenger Power 4-way
Not Applicable
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Heated Seats
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Ventilated Seats
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Steering Wheel Material
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
60 40 Split Seat
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
MU-X
Ora 03
Alternator
120A
110A
Maintenance Plan
5 years / 90 000 km
5 Years / 75,000 km
Engine Oil Change Interval
12 months / 15 000 km
10,000 km
Service Interval
12 months / 15 000 km
10000
Service Intervals
12 months / 15 000 km
10000
Service Plan
5 years / 90 000 km
5 Years / 75,000 km
Service Plan Distance
5 years / 90 000 km
5 Years / 75,000 km
Service Plan Duration
5 years / 90 000 km
5 Years / 75,000 km
Approx Service Cost
-
Included in Service Plan
Battery Warranty
-
8 Years / 160,000 km
First Service At
-
5000
Anti-Rust Treatment
-
Yes
Spec
MU-X
Ora 03
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
5 years / unlimited km
6 Years
Basic Warranty
5 years / 120 000 km
5 Years / 100,000 km
Roadside Assistance
5 years / 120 000 km
Yes
Roadside Assistance
5 years / 120 000 km
Yes
Warranty
5 years / 120 000 km
5 Years / 100,000 km
Warranty Kilometers
5 years / 120 000 km
5 Years / 100,000 km
Warranty Roadside Assistance
5 years / 120 000 km
Yes
Warranty Years
5 years / 120 000 km
5 Years / 100,000 km
Spec
MU-X
Ora 03
Audio
9-inch Touch Screen with RDS, MP3, Bluetooth Audio Streaming, integrated mobile handsfree, rear view camera, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Wi-Fi
-
Audio Controls On Steering
Standard
-
Audio Input
USB, Auxiliary
-
Audio Speakers
8
Not Available
Audio System
9-inch Touch Screen with RDS, MP3, Bluetooth Audio Streaming, integrated mobile handsfree, rear view camera, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Wi-Fi
-
Connected Services
SYNC
SYNC
Digital Instrument Cluster
Standard, 7-inch with decoration
Not Applicable
FM Radio
9-inch Touch Screen with RDS, MP3, Bluetooth Audio Streaming, integrated mobile handsfree, rear view camera, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Wi-Fi
-
Front Rear USB Charge Ports
Standard
-
Infotainment System
SYNC
SYNC
Infotainment Screen
SYNC
SYNC
Multi Information Display
Standard, 7-inch with decoration
-
Radio
9-inch Touch Screen with RDS, MP3, Bluetooth Audio Streaming, integrated mobile handsfree, rear view camera, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Wi-Fi
-
Rear Usb
Standard
-
Number of Speakers
8
Not Available
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
-
USB Ports
Standard
Not Available
Infotainment Screen Size
SYNC
SYNC
Touchscreen
SYNC
SYNC
Apple CarPlay
Not Available
Standard
Android Auto
Not Available
Standard
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Standard
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Not Available
Standard
Wireless Android Auto
Not Available
Standard
Smartphone Connectivity
-
Bluetooth
Spec
MU-X
Ora 03
Auto Brake Hold
Standard
-
Autonomous Emergency Brake
Standard
-
Brake Override Accelerator
Standard
-
Cornering Brake Control
Standard
-
Electric Park Brake
Standard
-
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Standard
-
Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
Not Available
Handbrake Type
Standard
Not Applicable
Hydraulic Brake Assist
Standard
-
Leather Steering Wheel Controls
Standard
-
Multi Collision Brake
Standard
-
Parking Brake Type
Standard
-
Spare Tyre
Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33
Not Available
Spare Wheel Size Type
Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33
-
Spare Wheel Type
Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33
Not Available
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
-
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
Standard
-
Steering Wheel Phone Controls
Standard
-
Towing Unbraked Kg
750 kg
-
Tyre Pressure Display
Standard
-
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
Standard
Not Available
Tyre Size
265/60R18
Not Available
Tyre Type
265/60R18
-
Wheel Diameter
Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33
Not Available
Wheel Rim Size
Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33
Not Available
Wheel Size Type
Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33
-
Front Brake Type
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Brake Type
Not Available
Not Available
Spec
MU-X
Ora 03
Body Style
7-seat SUV
Electric hatchback
Color Note
White, Black, Silver, Grey, Red
Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering.
Dealer Stock Note
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Drivetrain Note
Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 3.0 DDi LSE 4x4 AT
-
Gross Combined Mass Kg
5900 kg
-
Model Year
MY26
2026
Segment
SUV
Hatchback
Tare Mass Kg
2080 kg
1685 kg
Vehicle Type
SUV
Hatchback
Model Introduced Year
2013
Current local generation year not confirmed
Generation
Current generation MU-X built on Isuzu D-Max platform
Current South African Ora 03 listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
Facelift History
Latest updates improved styling and safety tech
Model-year updates can affect trim, wheels, screens, safety equipment and colours. Use the latest South African price list when checking a specific vehicle.
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Facelift Launched Since
Original current-generation version
Original current-generation version
Production Status
active
published
Spec
MU-X
Ora 03
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Claimed Mileage
13.2 km/l
Not Applicable
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
420
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
16.5
Fuel Tank Capacity
80 l
Electric vehicle - no fuel tank
Fuel Tank Litres
80
Electric vehicle - no fuel tank
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
13.2 km/l
Not Applicable
City Mileage
10.7 km/l
Not Applicable
Highway Mileage
15.4 km/l
Not Applicable
Emission Standard
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
MU-X
Ora 03
CO2 Emissions
200 g/km
0 g/km
CO2 Emissions G Km
200
0
Hybrid System Type
Not Available
Not Available
Idle CO2 Output
200
0
Fuel Octane Requirement
Diesel
Electric
Particulate Filter
-
Not Available
Spec
MU-X
Ora 03
Doors
5 doors
5 doors
Fuel Tank Capacity
80 l
0 l
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2800 kg
2120 kg
Ground Clearance (Default)
235 mm
145 mm
Height
1825 mm
1603 mm
Kerb Weight
2080 kg
1685 kg
Length
4850 mm
4235 mm
Payload Capacity
659 kg
435 kg
Seating Capacity
7 seats
5 seats
Towing Capacity
3500 kg
2000 kg
Minimum Turning Radius
11.4 m
5.6 m
Wheelbase
2855 mm
2650 mm
Width
1870 mm
1825 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
220 mm
115 mm
Boot/Cargo Space
1119 l
228 l
Number of Rows
3 rows
2 rows
Front Headroom
1005 mm
1000 mm
Rear Headroom
975 mm
960 mm
Front Legroom
1060 mm
1050 mm
Rear Legroom
900 mm
900 mm
Spec
MU-X
Ora 03
Front Spring Type
Independent High-ride Coil
-
Front Suspension
Independent High-ride Coil
Not Available
Front Suspension Type
Independent High-ride Coil
Not Available
Gross Axle Mass Front Kg
1450 kg
-
Gross Axle Mass Rear Kg
1650 kg
-
High Ride Suspension
Standard
-
MagneRide Damping
Not Available
Not Available
Power Steering
Hydraulic
-
Rear Axle Type
Multi-link Coil
-
Rear Spring Type
Multi-link Coil
-
Rear Suspension
Multi-link Coil
Not Available
Rear Suspension Type
Multi-link Coil
Not Available
Shock Absorber Type
Gas
-
Shock Absorbers
Gas
-
Steering Column
Tilt & Telescopic
-
Suspension
Independent High-ride Coil
-
Track Front Rear Mm
1570 / 1570
-
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
MU-X
Ora 03
Ownership Role
Flagship
Flagship
Price Zar
973800 ZAR
805950 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current listed price
Current listed price
Starting Price
973800
805950
Starting Price Zar
973800
805950
Spec
MU-X
Ora 03
Engine Code
4JJ3
Not Applicable
Fuel Type
Diesel
Electric
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
3000 cc
Not Applicable
Cylinders
4
Not Applicable
Valves
16
Not Applicable
Valves per Cylinder
4
Not Applicable
Compression Ratio
16.3:1
Not Applicable
Maximum Power
110 kW @ 3600 rpm
126 kW
Maximum Torque
350 Nm
250 Nm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Type
4WD
FWD
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
52.9 kW/tonne
74.8 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
168.3 Nm/tonne
148.4 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Type
Not Applicable
Lithium-ion
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Electric Range
Not Applicable
420 km
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Engine
3.0-litre 4JJ3 Turbocharged Diesel
Battery-electric powertrain
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Not Applicable
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Not Applicable
Fuel System
Common-rail direct injection
Not Applicable
Bore
82.0 mm
Not Applicable
Stroke
94.6 mm
Not Applicable
Top Speed
210 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
0-100 km/h
8.2 sec
Not Officially Disclosed
Quarter Mile
16.2 sec
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Eco, Comfort, Sport
Not Officially Disclosed
Launch Control
No
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
4800 rpm
Not Applicable
In depth: how these cars differ
This MU-X and Ora 03 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: MU-X 63 vs Ora 03 52.
Efficiency index: MU-X 52 vs Ora 03 90.
Safety-equipment index: MU-X 93 vs Ora 03 not separately scored.
Practicality index: MU-X 93 vs Ora 03 52.
Ownership-cover index: MU-X not separately scored vs Ora 03 65.
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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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 / 100
Evidence-index readout
MU-X leads by 13 points
MU-X has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Ora 03 remains close.
Performance
MU-X +11
Efficiency
Ora 03 +38
Practicality
MU-X +41
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
MU-X
Performance
63/100
Efficiency
52/100
Safety
93/100
Practicality
93/100
Ora 03
Performance
52/100
Efficiency
90/100
Practicality
52/100
Ownership
65/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexIsuzu MU-X
leads the specification evidence index with 76 pts
vs 63 pts for Ora 03
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, MU-X leads. However, Ora 03 may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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