Source type: Hagalu catalogue record
Nissan Patrol vs Suzuki Super Carry
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 Patrol
Discontinued model
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Nissan Patrol
5.6 V8 Platinum 4x4 7AT
Petrol
7-Speed Automatic
Discontinued model
ZAR 1,949,900
last listed
Discontinued model
Verified historical specifications remain visible for owner and used-car comparisons.
⚡ 298 kW
🔧 560 Nm
⛽ 9.0 km/l
VS
Suzuki Super Carry
1.2 Flatdeck MT
Petrol
5-Speed Manual
Current
ZAR 209,900
ex-showroom
⚡ 59 kW
🔧 104 Nm
⛽ 13.7 km/l
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Add a 3rd car
Decision summary
Nissan Patrol vs Suzuki Super Carry: the short answer
Patrol has a large lead in Hagalu's source-backed catalogue index over Super Carry.
Recorded price context
Patrol:
last listed from
ZAR 1,579,900
·
Super Carry:
current from
ZAR 197,900
Five key differences
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| Specification | Patrol | Super Carry |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | Patrol298 kW | Super Carry59 kW @ 6000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | Patrol560 Nm | Super Carry104 Nm @ 2900 rpm |
| Engine Size | Patrol5552 cc | Super Carry1196 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | Patrol9.0 km/l | Super Carry13.7 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | Patrol272 mm | Super Carry175 mm |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Source type: Official OEM South Africa
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Specification evidence leader
Patrol
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
Super Carry
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?
Patrol
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
- Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Super Carry
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Archived cars use verified historical spec records. Rows remain comparable; unavailable historical values are shown plainly rather than estimated.
| Spec | Patrol | Super Carry |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2013 | 2019 |
| Facelift History | 2019 mid-cycle facelift with revised front fascia and updated technology | Super Carry introduced to South Africa in 2019; minor specification and colour updates in 2022 and 2024; current 2026 specification maintains core powertrain and payload unchanged with improved AC system and updated instrument cluster. |
| Facelift Launched Since | 2019 | 2026 |
| Tare Mass Kg | 2660 kg | 850 kg |
| Generation | Not confirmed | Current-generation Super Carry (F-series cab-over layout) — same fundamental design used across multiple African and Asian markets. GB14 1.2-litre petrol engine. RWD layout designed for commercial payload performance. |
| Facelift Version Ending | Not confirmed | Current |
| Body Style | Not confirmed | Van |
| Color Note | Not confirmed | White, Silver Metallic, Grey |
| Dealer Stock Note | Not confirmed | Mid grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Model Year | Not confirmed | 2026 |
| Production Status | Not confirmed | active |
| Segment | Not confirmed | Van |
| Vehicle Type | Not confirmed | Van |
| Spec | Patrol | Super Carry |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5165 mm | 3800 mm |
| Width | 1995 mm | 1562 mm |
| Height | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2850 mm | 2110 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 272 mm | 175 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 l | 30 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 490 l | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Kerb Weight | 2660 kg | 850 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 3560 kg | 1280 kg |
| Towing Capacity | 3500 kg | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Seating Capacity | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 6.2 m | 4.5 m |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | Not confirmed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Payload Capacity | Not confirmed | 390 kg |
| Number of Rows | Not confirmed | 2 rows |
| Doors | Not confirmed | 4 doors |
| Front Headroom | Not confirmed | 1020 mm |
| Rear Headroom | Not confirmed | 1000 mm |
| Front Legroom | Not confirmed | 930 mm |
| Rear Legroom | Not confirmed | 750 mm |
| Spec | Patrol | Super Carry |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 5.6-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol | 1.2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol |
| Engine Code | Not Officially Disclosed | GB14 |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 5552 cc | 1196 cc |
| Cylinders | 8 | 4 |
| Cylinder Layout | Not Officially Disclosed | Inline |
| Valves | 32 | 16 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated | Naturally Aspirated |
| Fuel System | Dual Injection | Multi-Point Injection |
| Compression Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 9.5:1 |
| Bore | Not Officially Disclosed | 68.5 mm |
| Stroke | Not Officially Disclosed | 81.3 mm |
| Maximum Power | 298 kW | 59 kW @ 6000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 560 Nm | 104 Nm @ 2900 rpm |
| Combined Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Combined Torque | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Motor Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Number of Motors | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Motor Location | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Drive Type | 4WD | RWD |
| Transmission | 7-Speed Automatic | 5-Speed Manual |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h | 120 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.6 sec | 20.0 sec |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Launch Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rev Limiter | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 112 kW/tonne | 69.4 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 210.5 Nm/tonne | 122.4 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 | Patrol | Super Carry |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | 7-Speed Automatic | 5-Speed Manual |
| Drivetrain Layout | 4WD Full-Time | Rear Wheel Drive |
| LSD Available | Standard | Not Applicable |
| Transfer Case | Standard | Not Applicable |
| Paddle Shifters | Standard | Not Applicable |
| Transmission Type | 7-Speed Automatic | Manual |
| Gearbox Type | 7-Speed Automatic | 5-Speed Manual |
| Engine Position | Not confirmed | Transverse Front-Mounted |
| Differential Lock | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Final Drive Ratio | Not confirmed | 4.529:1 |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | Not confirmed | 3.2 |
| Number of Gears | Not confirmed | 5 |
| Clutch Type | Not confirmed | Single Dry Plate Diaphragm |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Type | Not confirmed | 5-Speed Manual |
| Drivetrain | Not confirmed | RWD |
| 4WD Engagement | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Hi Range | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Lo Range | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Selector | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Differential Type Front | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Differential Type Rear | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Front Differential Lock | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Low Range Ratio | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Axle Layout | Not confirmed | RWD |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Transfer Case Guard | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Transmission Speeds | Not confirmed | 5 |
| Spec | Patrol | Super Carry |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 9.0 km/l | 13.7 km/l |
| City Mileage | 7.8 km/l | 14.7 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | 8.5 km/l | 20.0 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 l | 30 l |
| Emission Standard | Euro 4 | Euro 5 |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 140 | 30 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Auto Start Stop | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Real-world Mileage | 9.0 km/l | 13.7 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Combined Driving Range | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Electric Consumption | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Highway | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Mixed | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Spec | Patrol | Super Carry |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 9 | 1 — Driver Only |
| ABS | Standard | Standard |
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard | Not Available |
| Traction Control | Standard | Not Available |
| Hill Descent Control | Standard | Not Available |
| Hill Start Assist | Standard | Not Available |
| Child Safety Lock | Standard | Standard |
| ISOFIX Mounts | Standard | Not Available |
| Brake Assist | Standard | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Standard | Not Available |
| Engine Immobiliser | Standard | Standard |
| Alarm System | Standard | Not Available |
| Central Locking | Standard | Standard |
| Stability Control | Standard | Not Available |
| TCS | Standard | Not Available |
| Side Impact Beams | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Not confirmed | Front Seats |
| Speed Alert System | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Front Parking Sensors | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Safety Rating | Not confirmed | Not Independently Rated — Commercial Vehicle |
| Whiplash Protection | Not confirmed | Basic Head Restraints |
| Lane Change Warning | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| AEB | Standard | Not Available |
| BA | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Brake Override System | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Curtain Airbags | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Driver Airbag | Not confirmed | Standard |
| EBD | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Fatigue Detection | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Hill Hold | Standard | Not Available |
| Passenger Airbag | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Not confirmed | Standard — Driver |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Not confirmed | Front Seats |
| Side Airbags | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Knee Airbag | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| ABS EBD | Standard | Standard |
| Anti Theft Alarm | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | Not confirmed | 1 — Driver Only |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | Not confirmed | 1 — Driver Only |
| ESC With Traction Control | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Spec | Patrol | Super Carry |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Standard | Not Available |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Lane Keep Assist | Standard | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Standard | Not Available |
| Parking Sensors | Front and Rear | Not Available |
| Rear View Camera | Standard | Not Available |
| 360 Degree Camera | Standard | Not Available |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Standard | Not Available |
| Auto Wipers | Standard | Not Available |
| Around View Monitor | Standard | Not Available |
| Lane Departure Warning | Standard | Not Available |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Auto Highbeam | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Auto Lights | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| EV Mode | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Reverse Camera | Standard | Not Available |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Park Assist | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Warning | Standard | Not Available |
| Emergency Braking | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Forward Collision Warning | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Front Camera | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Parking Distance Sensors | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Parking Sensor | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Automatic High Beam | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Pre-Collision System | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear View Camera | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Reverse Camera Type | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Reversing Camera | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Surround View Camera | Standard | Not Available |
| Spec | Patrol | Super Carry |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Nappa Leather | Vinyl |
| Seat Adjustment | Power 16-Way | Manual 4-Way Driver |
| Heated Seats | Standard | Not Applicable |
| Ventilated Seats | Standard | Not Applicable |
| Steering Type | Hydraulic | Electric Power Assisted (EPAS) |
| Steering Adjustment | Tilt and Telescopic | Tilt Adjustable |
| Ambient Lighting | Standard | Not Applicable |
| Folding Rear Seats | Standard | Rear Bench Folds Flat for Cargo |
| Front Armrest | Standard | Not Available |
| Rear Armrest | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Front Shoulder Room | Not confirmed | 1200 mm |
| Rear Shoulder Room | Not confirmed | 1180 mm |
| Cup Holders | Not confirmed | 2 |
| Rear AC Vents | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear USB Ports | Not confirmed | 0 |
| Steering Wheel Material | Not confirmed | Urethane |
| Instrument Cluster Type | Not confirmed | Basic Analogue Gauges |
| Interior Colour Options | Not confirmed | 1 |
| Driver Lumbar Support | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Door Map Pockets | Not confirmed | Driver Door Pocket Only |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Not confirmed | Rear Bench Folds Flat for Cargo |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | Not confirmed | Manual 4-Way Driver |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Not confirmed | Manual — 7-position slide |
| Fabric Seats | Not confirmed | Vinyl |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | Not confirmed | Fixed |
| Armrest Front | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Armrest Rear | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Boot Space Seats Down | Not confirmed | 1200 |
| Driver Seat | Not confirmed | Manual 4-Way Driver |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | Not confirmed | Manual air conditioning standard, vinyl seating, 7-position manually adjustable driver seat, halogen instrument cluster, AM/FM radio, manual windows, manual mirrors — commercial tool specification throughout |
| Interior Trim Colour | Not confirmed | 1 |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | Not confirmed | Vinyl |
| Interior Colours | Not confirmed | 1 |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Seat Belt Warning | Not confirmed | Front Seats |
| Seat Fold Type | Not confirmed | Rear Bench Folds Flat for Cargo |
| Seat Trim | Not confirmed | Vinyl |
| Spec | Patrol | Super Carry |
|---|---|---|
| Climate Control | 3-Zone Auto AC | Manual Air Conditioning (Optional Fitment) |
| Power Windows | All Doors | Not Available |
| Keyless Entry | Standard | Not Available |
| Push Button Start | Standard | Not Available |
| Wireless Charging | Standard | Not Available |
| Sunroof | Panoramic | Not Available |
| Electric Tailgate | Standard | Not Available |
| Automatic Headlamps | Standard | Not Available |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Standard | Not Available |
| AC Type | 3-Zone Auto AC | Manual Air Conditioning (Optional Fitment) |
| Engine Start Stop | Standard | Not Available |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Standard | Not Available |
| Engine Warranty | 5 Years / 150,000 km | 2 Years |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | 13.0 | 7.3 |
| Push Button Start | Standard | Not Available |
| Spare Wheel | Full-Size | Full Size Spare |
| Stabilizer Bar | Front and Rear | Standard |
| Air Conditioning | 3-Zone Auto AC | Manual Air Conditioning (Optional Fitment) |
| Sound System | 13 | 2 |
| Unlocking | Standard | Not Available |
| Wireless Charger | Standard | Not Available |
| Load Bed Length | Not confirmed | 1750 mm |
| Load Bed Width | Not confirmed | 1250 mm |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | Not confirmed | 1200 l |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | Not confirmed | 1200 l |
| Rear Window Defroster | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Electric Mirror Folding | Not confirmed | Manual Fold |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| 12V Accessory Socket | Not confirmed | 1 x 12V Socket |
| Speed Limiter | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Adaptive Dampers | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Climate Zones | Not confirmed | 1 |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Front Armrest | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Front Power Outlet | Not confirmed | 1 x 12V Socket |
| Glovebox Cooling | Not confirmed | Driver Door Pocket Only |
| Heads Up Display | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Hill Start Assist | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Panoramic Roof | Panoramic | Not Available |
| Performance Data Logger | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Power Mirrors | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear Defogger | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Rear Seat Split | Not confirmed | Rear Bench Folds Flat for Cargo |
| Rear Wing | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rev Matching | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Seat Type | Not confirmed | Vinyl |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | Not confirmed | Front Seats |
| Speed Alert System | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Steering Mounted Controls | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Tail Lamps | Not confirmed | Halogen |
| Telescopic Steering | Not confirmed | Tilt Adjustable |
| Tilt Steering | Not confirmed | Tilt Adjustable |
| Voice Command | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Voice Command Support | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Accelerator 0 100 | Not confirmed | 20.0 sec |
| Automatic High Beam | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Battery Preconditioning | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Bed Extender | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Bottle Holders | Not confirmed | 2 |
| Canopy Fitment | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Centre Console | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Common Rail Injection | Not confirmed | Multi-Point Fuel Injection (MPFI) |
| Diff Lock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Difflock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Digital Speedometer | Not confirmed | Basic Analogue Gauges |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | Not confirmed | Manual Fold |
| Front Diff Lock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Front Wiper | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Front Wipers Type | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Glove Box | Not confirmed | Driver Door Pocket Only |
| Intelligent Battery System | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Lift Gate | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Load Bed Cover | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Load Bed Light | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Load Bed Steps | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Loadbox Length Mm | Not confirmed | 1750 mm |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Loadbox Width Mm | Not confirmed | 1250 mm |
| Manual Aircon | Not confirmed | Manual Air Conditioning (Optional Fitment) |
| Mirror | Not confirmed | Manual Mirrors |
| One Pedal Driving | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Passive Entry Start | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Power Socket 12v | Not confirmed | 1 x 12V Socket |
| Powered Tailgate | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear Air Conditioning | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear Diff Lock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear Electric Motor | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | Not confirmed | Halogen |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Remote Central Locking | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Remote Side Mirror | Not confirmed | Manual Mirrors |
| Rim Size | Not confirmed | 13 Inches |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Side Impact Bars | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Sonar | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Source Model Column | Not confirmed | super-carry |
| Sport Plus Mode | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Sports Bar | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Steering Column Adjustment | Not confirmed | Tilt Adjustable |
| Sub Frame | Not confirmed | Monocoque |
| Surround View Monitor | Standard | Not Available |
| Tailgate Damper | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Tow Bar Type | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| TPMS | Standard | Not Available |
| Trim Level | Not confirmed | mid |
| Variant Role | Not confirmed | Commercial utility derivative |
| Vdc | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Vehicle To Grid | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Vehicle To Load | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Walk Away Lock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Spec | Patrol | Super Carry |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch Touchscreen | Basic AM/FM Radio |
| Apple CarPlay | Standard | Not Available |
| Android Auto | Standard | Not Available |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Standard | Not Available |
| Number of Speakers | 13 | 2 |
| Navigation System | Standard | Not Available |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | Standard | Analogue Instrument Cluster |
| USB Ports | 4 | Not Available |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Standard | Not Available |
| Audio Speakers | 13 | 2 |
| Wireless Android Auto | Standard | Not Available |
| FM Radio | Not confirmed | AM/FM Radio Ready |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Voice Recognition | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| AUX Input | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Infotainment Screen Size | Not confirmed | Basic AM/FM Radio |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Audio Controls On Steering | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Infotainment Display | Not confirmed | Basic AM/FM Radio |
| Rear Usb | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Audio | Not confirmed | AM/FM Radio Ready |
| Audio System | Not confirmed | AM/FM Radio Ready |
| Display Audio | Not confirmed | Basic AM/FM Radio |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Head Up Display | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Infotainment Screen | Not confirmed | Basic AM/FM Radio |
| Multi Information Display | Not confirmed | Basic Analogue Gauges |
| Connected Services | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Voice Control | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Smartphone Connectivity | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Radio | Not confirmed | AM/FM Radio Ready |
| Touchscreen | Not confirmed | Basic AM/FM Radio |
| Spec | Patrol | Super Carry |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | Standard | Halogen Headlamps |
| Daytime Running Lamps | Standard | Not Available |
| Fog Lamps | Standard | Not Available |
| Roof Rails | Standard | Not Available |
| Alloy Wheel Design | Standard | Steel Wheels with Hub Caps |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | Standard | Not Available |
| Rear Spoiler | Not Available | Not Available |
| DRL | Standard | Not Available |
| Led Headlights | Standard | Halogen Headlamps |
| Daytime Running Lights | Standard | Not Available |
| Front Fog Lamps | Standard | Not Available |
| Headlamps | Standard | Halogen Headlamps |
| Headlight Type | Standard | Halogen Headlamps |
| Headlights | Standard | Halogen Headlamps |
| Body Cladding | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Exterior Colour Options | Not confirmed | 3 |
| Roof Type | Not confirmed | Standard Fixed Roof |
| Wing Mirror Type | Not confirmed | Manual Mirrors |
| Rear Wiper | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Door Handle Finish | Not confirmed | Standard Black Handles |
| Body Type | Not confirmed | Flatdeck Pickup — Open Load Bed |
| Fog Lights | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Front Fog Lights | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Led Taillights | Not confirmed | Halogen |
| Rear Fog Lights | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Auto Headlights | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Automatic Headlamps | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Exterior Colour Options | Not confirmed | 3 |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | Not confirmed | Standard Black Handles |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | Not confirmed | Manual Fold |
| Headlamp Levelling | Not confirmed | Halogen Headlamps |
| Load Bed Liner | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Active Exhaust | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear Spoiler | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Sunroof Slide | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Sunroof Tilt | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Spec | Patrol | Super Carry |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 285/60 R18 | 155 R13 LT 8PR |
| Wheel Type | Standard | Steel Wheels with Hub Caps |
| Front Brake Type | Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc | Drum |
| Spare Wheel Type | Full-Size | Full Size Spare |
| Brake Type Front | Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Brake Type Rear | Disc | Drum |
| Spare Tyre | Full-Size | Full Size Spare |
| Wheels | Standard | Steel Wheels with Hub Caps |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | Not confirmed | 240 mm |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | Not confirmed | 200 mm |
| Parking Brake Type | Not confirmed | Conventional Handbrake |
| Tyre Load Index | Not confirmed | 91 |
| Tyre Speed Rating | Not confirmed | Q |
| Wheel Rim Size | Not confirmed | 13 Inches |
| Tyre Type | Not confirmed | 155 R13 LT 8PR |
| Wheel Diameter | Not confirmed | 13 Inches |
| Auto Brake Hold | Not confirmed | Conventional Handbrake |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Brakes | Not confirmed | Ventilated Disc |
| Cornering Brake Control | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Electric Park Brake | Not confirmed | Conventional Handbrake |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Handbrake Type | Not confirmed | Conventional Handbrake |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Leather Steering Wheel | Not confirmed | Urethane |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | Not confirmed | Full Size Spare |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Steering Wheel Trim | Not confirmed | Urethane |
| Tyre Pressure Display | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Standard | Not Available |
| Wheel Material | Standard | Steel Wheels with Hub Caps |
| Wheel Size Type | Not confirmed | 13 Inches |
| Spec | Patrol | Super Carry |
|---|---|---|
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbone | MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link | Leaf Spring (Commercial Grade) |
| Power Steering | Hydraulic | Electric Power Assisted (EPAS) |
| Front Suspension Type | Double Wishbone | MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring |
| Rear Suspension Type | Multi-Link | Leaf Spring (Commercial Grade) |
| Front Track Width | Not confirmed | 1285 mm |
| Rear Track Width | Not confirmed | 1285 mm |
| Chassis Type | Not confirmed | Monocoque |
| Steering Column | Not confirmed | Tilt Adjustable |
| Front Spring Type | Not confirmed | Coil Spring |
| Rear Spring Type | Not confirmed | Leaf Spring |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | Not confirmed | Standard |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Shock Absorber Type | Not confirmed | Telescopic Hydraulic |
| Chassis Material | Not confirmed | Monocoque |
| MagneRide Damping | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear Axle Type | Not confirmed | Leaf Spring (Commercial Grade) |
| Shock Absorbers | Not confirmed | Telescopic Hydraulic |
| Suspension | Not confirmed | MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring |
| Spec | Patrol | Super Carry |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty Years | 3 Years / 100,000 km | 5 |
| Warranty Kilometers | 3 Years / 100,000 km | 5 |
| Basic Warranty | 3 Years / 100,000 km | 5 |
| Warranty | 3 Years / 100,000 km | 5 |
| Roadside Assistance | Not confirmed | 5 Years Roadside Assistance |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | Not confirmed | 3 Years Anti-Corrosion |
| Roadside Assistance | Not confirmed | 5 Years Roadside Assistance |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | Not confirmed | 5 Years Roadside Assistance |
| Spec | Patrol | Super Carry |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 329 g/km | 155 g/km |
| Start Stop System | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Hybrid System Type | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Noise Level | Not confirmed | 72 dB |
| Variable Valve Timing | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | Not confirmed | 93 RON Unleaded |
| Particulate Filter | Not confirmed | Not Fitted |
| Euro Emission Standard | Not confirmed | Euro 5 |
| Green NCAP Rating | Not confirmed | Not Rated — Commercial Vehicle |
| Idle CO2 Output | Not confirmed | Within Euro 5 Limits |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | Not confirmed | Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP) |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | Not confirmed | 155 |
| Spec | Patrol | Super Carry |
|---|---|---|
| Service Plan Duration | 3 Years / 45,000 km | Not Included |
| Service Plan Distance | 3 Years / 45,000 km | Not Included |
| Service Plan | 3 Years / 45,000 km | Not Included |
| Service Interval | Not confirmed | 10,000 km or 12 Months |
| Approx Service Cost | Not confirmed | Approx R1,200–R1,800 per Service |
| Battery Warranty | Not confirmed | 12 Months |
| Maintenance Plan | Not confirmed | Not Included |
| Engine Oil Capacity | Not confirmed | 3.0 l |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | Not confirmed | 10,000 km or 6 Months |
| First Service At | Not confirmed | 1,000 km Inspection |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | Not confirmed | Underbody Rust Protection |
| Service Intervals | Not confirmed | 10,000 km or 12 Months |
| Spec | Patrol | Super Carry |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | 17 l/100km | 8.0 l/100km |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | 21 l/100km | 10.0 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | 13 l/100km | 6.5 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | 15.5 l/100km | 8.0 l/100km |
| Owner Review Count | 5 | 3 |
| Spec | Patrol | Super Carry |
|---|---|---|
| Ground Clearance Max | 272 mm | 175 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | 272 mm | 175 mm |
| Approach Angle | Not confirmed | 0 deg |
| Departure Angle | Not confirmed | 0 deg |
| Wading Depth | Not confirmed | 0 mm |
| Terrain Modes | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Locking Differential | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Underbody Protection | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | Not confirmed | 0 deg |
| Recovery Hooks | Not confirmed | 1 Rear Tow Hook |
| 4WD System Type | Not confirmed | Not Applicable |
| Hill Descent Control | Standard | Not Available |
| Ramp-over Angle | Not confirmed | 0 deg |
| Approach Angle Deg | Not confirmed | 0 deg |
| Breakover Angle | Not confirmed | 0 deg |
| Departure Angle Deg | Not confirmed | 0 deg |
| Energy Recovery Display | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Off Road Descent Control | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Off Road Traction Assist | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Crawl Control | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Rear Skid Plate Guard | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Fuel Tank | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Transfer Case | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Mud | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Normal | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Rock | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Sand | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Snow | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Terrain Response System | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Underbody Camera | Not confirmed | Not Available |
| Wading Depth Mm | Not confirmed | 0 mm |
| Spec | Patrol | Super Carry |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Not confirmed | Mid |
| Price Zar | Not confirmed | 209900 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Not confirmed | Current listed price |
| Starting Price | Not confirmed | 209900 |
| Starting Price Zar | Not confirmed | 209900 |
In depth: how these cars differ
This Patrol and Super Carry 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: Patrol 97 vs Super Carry 25.
Efficiency index: Patrol 37 vs Super Carry 54.
Safety-equipment index: Patrol 98 vs Super Carry 25.
Practicality index: Patrol 91 vs Super Carry 59.
Ownership-cover index: Patrol not separately scored vs Super Carry 60.
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
Patrol leads by 41 points
Patrol has a large lead in Hagalu's source-backed catalogue index over Super Carry.
Evidence leader
84
/100
Lead
41
points
Data
78%
source coverage
84
#1
Evidence leader
Patrol
78% source coverage
3 strong categories
Best at
Safety 98
Check
Efficiency 37
Performance
97
Efficiency
37
Safety
98
Practicality
91
Leads by 41 points
43
#2
Super Carry
79% source coverage
0 strong categories
Best at
Ownership 60
Check
Performance 25
Performance
25
Efficiency
54
Safety
25
Practicality
59
Ownership
60
Performance 24%
Safety 22%
Practicality 22%
Efficiency 17%
Ownership 15%
Category leaders
What moves the verdict
Performance
Patrol +72
Efficiency
Super Carry +17
Safety
Patrol +73
Practicality
Patrol +32
Large difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Patrol
Performance
97/100
Efficiency
37/100
Safety
98/100
Practicality
91/100
Super Carry
Performance
25/100
Efficiency
54/100
Safety
25/100
Practicality
59/100
Ownership
60/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
Nissan Patrol
leads the specification evidence index with 84 pts
vs 43 pts for Super Carry
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Patrol leads. However, Super Carry may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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Patrol vs Super Carry 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.