Source type: Official OEM South Africa
Suzuki Super Carry vs BAIC X55 Plus
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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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
VS
BAIC X55 Plus
Dynamic
Petrol
7-Speed DCT
Current
ZAR 429,900
ex-showroom
⚡ 138 kW
🔧 305 Nm
⛽ 12.99 km/l
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Decision summary
Suzuki Super Carry vs BAIC X55 Plus: the short answer
X55 Plus holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over Super Carry.
Super Carry starts ZAR 232,000 cheaper
Super Carry from ZAR 197,900 · X55 Plus from ZAR 429,900
Five key differences
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| Specification | Super Carry | X55 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | Super Carry59 kW @ 6000 rpm | X55 Plus138 kW |
| Maximum Torque | Super Carry104 Nm @ 2900 rpm | X55 Plus305 Nm |
| Engine Size | Super Carry1196 cc | X55 Plus1498 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | Super Carry13.7 km/l | X55 Plus12.99 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | Super Carry175 mm | X55 PlusNot Officially Disclosed |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Source type: BAIC South Africa official model page and brochure
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Super Carry
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
X55 Plus
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?
Super Carry
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
X55 Plus
- 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 | Super Carry | X55 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2019 | 2024 |
| Generation | 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. | Current upgraded X55 Plus generation for South Africa, mechanically based around BAIC's Magic Core 1.5T engine, DCT380 seven-speed dual-clutch transmission and front-wheel drive. |
| Facelift History | 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. | The original X55 arrived locally in 2022. BAIC launched the upgraded X55 Plus in August 2024 with revised exterior details, a full-black interior, updated wheel and exhaust treatment, and additional connectivity features. |
| Facelift Launched Since | 2026 | 2024 |
| Facelift Version Ending | Current | Current |
| Body Style | Van | Five-door compact SUV |
| Color Note | White, Silver Metallic, Grey | - |
| Dealer Stock Note | Mid grade in the South Africa lineup | - |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2024 |
| Production Status | active | active |
| Segment | Van | Compact SUV |
| Tare Mass Kg | 850 kg | - |
| Vehicle Type | Van | SUV |
| Spec | Super Carry | X55 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3800 mm | 4620 mm |
| Width | 1562 mm | 1886 mm |
| Height | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2110 mm | 2735 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 175 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | Not Officially Disclosed | 160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 l | 53 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | Not Officially Disclosed | 350 l |
| Kerb Weight | 850 kg | 1480 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 1280 kg | 1970 kg |
| Payload Capacity | 390 kg | 490 kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Rows | 2 rows | 2 rows |
| Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 4.5 m | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Front Headroom | 1020 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rear Headroom | 1000 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Front Legroom | 930 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rear Legroom | 750 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Spec | Super Carry | X55 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Front Track Width | 1285 mm | - |
| Rear Track Width | 1285 mm | - |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring | MacPherson independent suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Spring (Commercial Grade) | Multi-link independent suspension |
| Chassis Type | Monocoque | - |
| Power Steering | Electric Power Assisted (EPAS) | - |
| Steering Column | Tilt Adjustable | - |
| Front Spring Type | Coil Spring | - |
| Rear Spring Type | Leaf Spring | - |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | Standard | - |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | Not Available | - |
| Shock Absorber Type | Telescopic Hydraulic | - |
| Chassis Material | Monocoque | - |
| Front Suspension Type | MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring | MacPherson independent suspension |
| MagneRide Damping | Not Available | - |
| Rear Axle Type | Leaf Spring (Commercial Grade) | - |
| Rear Suspension Type | Leaf Spring (Commercial Grade) | Multi-link independent suspension |
| Shock Absorbers | Telescopic Hydraulic | - |
| Suspension | MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring | - |
| Spec | Super Carry | X55 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Load Bed Length | 1750 mm | - |
| Load Bed Width | 1250 mm | - |
| Climate Control | Manual Air Conditioning (Optional Fitment) | Air conditioning |
| Power Windows | Not Available | Standard |
| Keyless Entry | Not Available | Standard |
| Push Button Start | Not Available | Standard |
| Wireless Charging | Not Available | Not Available |
| Sunroof | Not Available | Not Available |
| Electric Tailgate | Not Available | Not Available |
| Automatic Headlamps | Not Available | - |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Not Available | Standard |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | Not Available | - |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | 1200 l | - |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | 1200 l | - |
| Rear Window Defroster | Standard | - |
| Electric Mirror Folding | Manual Fold | - |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | Not Available | - |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | Not Available | - |
| 12V Accessory Socket | 1 x 12V Socket | - |
| Speed Limiter | Not Available | - |
| AC Type | Manual Air Conditioning (Optional Fitment) | Air conditioning |
| Adaptive Dampers | Not Available | - |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | Not Available | - |
| Climate Zones | 1 | - |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | Not Available | - |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | Not Available | - |
| Engine Start Stop | Not Available | Standard |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Not Available | Standard |
| Engine Warranty | 2 Years | - |
| Front Armrest | Not Available | - |
| Front Power Outlet | 1 x 12V Socket | - |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | 7.3 | - |
| Glovebox Cooling | Driver Door Pocket Only | - |
| Heads Up Display | Not Available | - |
| Hill Start Assist | Not Available | - |
| Panoramic Roof | Not Available | Not Available |
| Performance Data Logger | Not Available | - |
| Power Mirrors | Not Available | - |
| Push Button Start | Not Available | Standard |
| Rear Defogger | Standard | - |
| Rear Seat Split | Rear Bench Folds Flat for Cargo | - |
| Rear Wing | Not Available | - |
| Rev Matching | Not Available | - |
| Seat Type | Vinyl | - |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | Front Seats | - |
| Spare Wheel | Full Size Spare | Space-saver spare wheel |
| Speed Alert System | Not Available | - |
| Stabilizer Bar | Standard | - |
| Steering Mounted Controls | Not Available | - |
| Tail Lamps | Halogen | - |
| Telescopic Steering | Tilt Adjustable | - |
| Tilt Steering | Tilt Adjustable | - |
| Voice Command | Not Available | - |
| Voice Command Support | Not Available | - |
| Accelerator 0 100 | 20.0 sec | - |
| Air Conditioning | Manual Air Conditioning (Optional Fitment) | Air conditioning |
| Automatic High Beam | Not Available | - |
| Battery Preconditioning | Not Available | - |
| Bed Extender | Not Available | - |
| Bottle Holders | 2 | - |
| Canopy Fitment | Not Available | - |
| Centre Console | Not Available | - |
| Common Rail Injection | Multi-Point Fuel Injection (MPFI) | - |
| Diff Lock | Not Available | - |
| Difflock | Not Available | - |
| Digital Speedometer | Basic Analogue Gauges | - |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | Manual Fold | - |
| Front Diff Lock | Not Available | - |
| Front Wiper | Not Available | - |
| Front Wipers Type | Not Available | - |
| Glove Box | Driver Door Pocket Only | - |
| Intelligent Battery System | Not Available | - |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | Not Available | - |
| Lift Gate | Not Available | - |
| Load Bed Cover | Not Available | - |
| Load Bed Light | Not Available | - |
| Load Bed Steps | Not Available | - |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | Not Available | - |
| Loadbox Length Mm | 1750 mm | - |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | Not Available | - |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | Not Available | - |
| Loadbox Width Mm | 1250 mm | - |
| Manual Aircon | Manual Air Conditioning (Optional Fitment) | - |
| Mirror | Manual Mirrors | - |
| One Pedal Driving | Not Available | - |
| Passive Entry Start | Not Available | - |
| Power Socket 12v | 1 x 12V Socket | - |
| Powered Tailgate | Not Available | - |
| Rear Air Conditioning | Not Available | - |
| Rear Diff Lock | Not Available | - |
| Rear Electric Motor | Not Available | - |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | Halogen | - |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | Not Available | - |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | Not Available | - |
| Remote Central Locking | Standard | - |
| Remote Side Mirror | Manual Mirrors | - |
| Rim Size | 13 Inches | 18-inch |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | Not Available | - |
| Side Impact Bars | Standard | - |
| Sonar | Not Available | - |
| Sound System | 2 | 4 |
| Source Model Column | super-carry | - |
| Sport Plus Mode | Not Available | - |
| Sports Bar | Not Available | - |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | Standard | - |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | Not Available | - |
| Steering Column Adjustment | Tilt Adjustable | - |
| Sub Frame | Monocoque | - |
| Surround View Monitor | Not Available | Not Available |
| Tailgate Damper | Not Available | - |
| Tailgate Lock | Not Available | - |
| Tow Bar Type | Not Available | - |
| TPMS | Not Available | Standard |
| Trim Level | mid | - |
| Unlocking | Not Available | Standard |
| Variant Role | Commercial utility derivative | - |
| Vdc | Not Available | - |
| Vehicle To Grid | Not Available | - |
| Vehicle To Load | Not Available | - |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | Not Available | - |
| Walk Away Lock | Not Available | - |
| Wireless Charger | Not Available | Not Available |
| Spec | Super Carry | X55 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol | 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine |
| Engine Code | GB14 | A156T2H |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 1196 cc | 1498 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Cylinder Layout | Inline | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Valves | 16 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated | Turbocharged |
| Fuel System | Multi-Point Injection | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Bore | 68.5 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Stroke | 81.3 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Maximum Power | 59 kW @ 6000 rpm | 138 kW |
| Maximum Torque | 104 Nm @ 2900 rpm | 305 Nm |
| 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 | RWD | FWD |
| Transmission | 5-Speed Manual | 7-Speed DCT |
| Top Speed | 120 km/h | 200 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 20.0 sec | 7.7 sec |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | Not Officially Disclosed | Eco, Sport, Comfort, Smart |
| Launch Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rev Limiter | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 69.4 kW/tonne | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 122.4 Nm/tonne | Not Officially Disclosed |
| 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 | Super Carry | X55 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Position | Transverse Front-Mounted | - |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed Manual | 7DCT |
| Drivetrain Layout | Rear Wheel Drive | FWD |
| LSD Available | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Transfer Case | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Paddle Shifters | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Final Drive Ratio | 4.529:1 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | 3.2 | - |
| Number of Gears | 5 | 7 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed dual-clutch transmission |
| Clutch Type | Single Dry Plate Diaphragm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Gear Shift Type | 5-Speed Manual | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drivetrain | RWD | Front-wheel drive |
| 4WD Engagement | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Hi Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Lo Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Selector | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Differential Type Front | Not Available | - |
| Differential Type Rear | Not Available | - |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Gearbox Type | 5-Speed Manual | Dual-clutch |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Axle Layout | RWD | Front-wheel drive |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Transfer Case Guard | Not Available | - |
| Transmission Speeds | 5 | 7 |
| Spec | Super Carry | X55 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 13.7 km/l | 12.99 km/l |
| City Mileage | 14.7 km/l | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Highway Mileage | 20.0 km/l | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 l | 53 l |
| Emission Standard | Euro 5 | Euro VI |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Auto Start Stop | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Real-world Mileage | 13.7 km/l | 12.99 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 30 | 53 |
| Combined Driving Range | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Electric Consumption | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Range Real World Highway | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Range Real World Mixed | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Spec | Super Carry | X55 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 1 — Driver Only | 6 |
| ABS | Standard | Standard |
| Electronic Stability Control | Not Available | Standard |
| Traction Control | Not Available | Standard |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Standard |
| Hill Start Assist | Not Available | Standard |
| Child Safety Lock | Standard | Standard |
| ISOFIX Mounts | Not Available | Standard |
| Brake Assist | Standard | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Not Available | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Standard | Standard |
| Alarm System | Not Available | - |
| Central Locking | Standard | - |
| Side Impact Beams | Standard | - |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Front Seats | Standard |
| Speed Alert System | Not Available | - |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | Not Available | - |
| Front Parking Sensors | Not Available | Not Available |
| Safety Rating | Not Independently Rated — Commercial Vehicle | - |
| Whiplash Protection | Basic Head Restraints | - |
| Lane Change Warning | Not Available | - |
| AEB | Not Available | Not Available |
| BA | Standard | Standard |
| Brake Override System | Not Available | Standard |
| Curtain Airbags | Not Available | Standard |
| Driver Airbag | Standard | Standard |
| EBD | Standard | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Standard | Standard |
| Fatigue Detection | Not Available | - |
| Hill Hold | Not Available | Standard |
| Passenger Airbag | Not Available | Standard |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Standard — Driver | Not Available |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats | Standard |
| Side Airbags | Not Available | Standard |
| Stability Control | Not Available | Standard |
| TCS | Not Available | Standard |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Not Available | - |
| Knee Airbag | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| ABS EBD | Standard | Standard |
| Anti Theft Alarm | Not Available | - |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | 1 — Driver Only | - |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | 1 — Driver Only | - |
| ESC With Traction Control | Not Available | - |
| Spec | Super Carry | X55 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Not Available | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Lane Keep Assist | Not Available | Not Available |
| Lane Departure Warning | Not Available | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Parking Sensors | Not Available | Standard |
| Rear View Camera | Not Available | Standard |
| 360 Degree Camera | Not Available | Not Available |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Not Available | Not Available |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Not Available | Standard |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Auto Highbeam | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Auto Lights | Not Available | - |
| Auto Wipers | Not Available | Standard |
| EV Mode | Not Available | - |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Not Available | Standard |
| Reverse Camera | Not Available | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Park Assist | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Around View Monitor | Not Available | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Warning | Not Available | Not Available |
| Emergency Braking | Not Available | - |
| Forward Collision Warning | Not Available | Not Available |
| Front Camera | Not Available | - |
| Parking Distance Sensors | Not Available | - |
| Parking Sensor | Not Available | - |
| Automatic High Beam | Not Available | - |
| Pre-Collision System | Not Available | - |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | Not Available | - |
| Rear View Camera | Not Available | - |
| Reverse Camera Type | Not Available | - |
| Reversing Camera | Not Available | - |
| Surround View Camera | Not Available | Not Available |
| Spec | Super Carry | X55 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Vinyl | Leather |
| Seat Adjustment | Manual 4-Way Driver | - |
| Heated Seats | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| Ventilated Seats | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| Steering Type | Electric Power Assisted (EPAS) | - |
| Steering Adjustment | Tilt Adjustable | - |
| Ambient Lighting | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| Folding Rear Seats | Rear Bench Folds Flat for Cargo | - |
| Front Armrest | Not Available | - |
| Rear Armrest | Not Available | - |
| Front Shoulder Room | 1200 mm | - |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 1180 mm | - |
| Cup Holders | 2 | - |
| Rear AC Vents | Not Available | - |
| Rear USB Ports | 0 | - |
| Steering Wheel Material | Urethane | Leather |
| Instrument Cluster Type | Basic Analogue Gauges | - |
| Interior Colour Options | 1 | - |
| Driver Lumbar Support | Not Available | - |
| Door Map Pockets | Driver Door Pocket Only | - |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Rear Bench Folds Flat for Cargo | Standard |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | Manual 4-Way Driver | - |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Manual — 7-position slide | 6-way manual |
| Fabric Seats | Vinyl | - |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | Fixed | 6-way manual |
| Armrest Front | Not Available | - |
| Armrest Rear | Not Available | - |
| Boot Space Seats Down | 1200 | - |
| Driver Seat | Manual 4-Way Driver | - |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | 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 | 1 | - |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | Vinyl | - |
| Interior Colours | 1 | - |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | Not Available | - |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | Not Available | - |
| Seat Belt Warning | Front Seats | - |
| Seat Fold Type | Rear Bench Folds Flat for Cargo | - |
| Seat Trim | Vinyl | Leather |
| Spec | Super Carry | X55 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | Basic AM/FM Radio | BAIC DA head unit with radio, Bluetooth and smartphone connection |
| Apple CarPlay | Not Available | Standard |
| Android Auto | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Not Available | Standard |
| Number of Speakers | 2 | 4 |
| Navigation System | Not Available | - |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | Analogue Instrument Cluster | 10.25-inch LCD instrument screen |
| USB Ports | Not Available | Front USB, rear USB and Type-C charging |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Not Available | Standard |
| Wireless Android Auto | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| FM Radio | AM/FM Radio Ready | - |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Not Available | - |
| Voice Recognition | Not Available | - |
| AUX Input | Not Available | - |
| Infotainment Screen Size | Basic AM/FM Radio | 10.1-inch central touchscreen |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | Not Available | - |
| Audio Controls On Steering | Not Available | - |
| Infotainment Display | Basic AM/FM Radio | - |
| Rear Usb | Not Available | - |
| Audio | AM/FM Radio Ready | - |
| Audio Speakers | 2 | 4 |
| Audio System | AM/FM Radio Ready | - |
| Display Audio | Basic AM/FM Radio | - |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | Not Available | - |
| Head Up Display | Not Available | - |
| Infotainment Screen | Basic AM/FM Radio | 10.1-inch central touchscreen |
| Multi Information Display | Basic Analogue Gauges | - |
| Connected Services | Not Available | - |
| Voice Control | Not Available | - |
| Smartphone Connectivity | Not Available | - |
| Radio | AM/FM Radio Ready | - |
| Touchscreen | Basic AM/FM Radio | 10.1-inch central touchscreen |
| Spec | Super Carry | X55 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | Halogen Headlamps | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lamps | Not Available | Standard |
| Fog Lamps | Not Available | Standard |
| Roof Rails | Not Available | Not Available |
| Alloy Wheel Design | Steel Wheels with Hub Caps | - |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | Not Available | - |
| Body Cladding | Not Applicable | - |
| Rear Spoiler | Not Available | - |
| Exterior Colour Options | 3 | Electric Yellow, Metallic Grey, Scarlet Red, Krypton Grey, Polar White, Turquoise Blue |
| Roof Type | Standard Fixed Roof | - |
| Wing Mirror Type | Manual Mirrors | - |
| Rear Wiper | Not Available | - |
| Door Handle Finish | Standard Black Handles | - |
| Body Type | Flatdeck Pickup — Open Load Bed | - |
| DRL | Not Available | Standard |
| Fog Lights | Not Available | - |
| Front Fog Lights | Not Available | - |
| Led Headlights | Halogen Headlamps | Standard |
| Led Taillights | Halogen | - |
| Rear Fog Lights | Not Available | - |
| Auto Headlights | Not Available | - |
| Automatic Headlamps | Not Available | - |
| Daytime Running Lights | Not Available | Standard |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | Not Available | - |
| Exterior Colour Options | 3 | - |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | Standard Black Handles | - |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | Not Available | - |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | Manual Fold | - |
| Front Fog Lamps | Not Available | Standard |
| Headlamp Levelling | Halogen Headlamps | - |
| Headlamps | Halogen Headlamps | Standard |
| Headlight Type | Halogen Headlamps | Standard |
| Headlights | Halogen Headlamps | Standard |
| Load Bed Liner | Not Available | - |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Not Available | Not Available |
| Active Exhaust | Not Available | - |
| Rear Spoiler | Not Available | - |
| Sunroof Slide | Not Available | - |
| Sunroof Tilt | Not Available | - |
| Spec | Super Carry | X55 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | 0 deg | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Departure Angle | 0 deg | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Wading Depth | 0 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Terrain Modes | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Locking Differential | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Underbody Protection | Not Available | - |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | 0 deg | - |
| Recovery Hooks | 1 Rear Tow Hook | - |
| 4WD System Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Standard |
| Ramp-over Angle | 0 deg | - |
| Approach Angle Deg | 0 deg | - |
| Breakover Angle | 0 deg | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Departure Angle Deg | 0 deg | - |
| Energy Recovery Display | Not Available | - |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | Not Available | - |
| Ground Clearance Max | 175 mm | - |
| Ground Clearance Min | 175 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 | 0 mm | - |
| Spec | Super Carry | X55 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 155 R13 LT 8PR | 225/60 R18 |
| Wheel Type | Steel Wheels with Hub Caps | - |
| Front Brake Type | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Drum | Solid disc |
| Spare Wheel Type | Full Size Spare | Space-saver spare wheel |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | 240 mm | - |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | 200 mm | - |
| Parking Brake Type | Conventional Handbrake | - |
| Tyre Load Index | 91 | - |
| Tyre Speed Rating | Q | - |
| Wheel Rim Size | 13 Inches | 18-inch |
| Brake Type Front | Ventilated Disc | - |
| Brake Type Rear | Drum | - |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size Spare | Space-saver spare wheel |
| Tyre Type | 155 R13 LT 8PR | - |
| Wheel Diameter | 13 Inches | 18-inch |
| Auto Brake Hold | Conventional Handbrake | - |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | Not Available | - |
| Brakes | Ventilated Disc | - |
| Cornering Brake Control | Standard | - |
| Electric Park Brake | Conventional Handbrake | - |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | Standard | - |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | Not Available | - |
| Handbrake Type | Conventional Handbrake | Electric parking brake |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | Standard | - |
| Leather Steering Wheel | Urethane | - |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | Full Size Spare | - |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Not Available | - |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | Not Available | - |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | Not Available | - |
| Steering Wheel Trim | Urethane | - |
| Tyre Pressure Display | Not Available | - |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Not Available | Standard |
| Wheel Material | Steel Wheels with Hub Caps | - |
| Wheel Size Type | 13 Inches | - |
| Wheels | Steel Wheels with Hub Caps | - |
| Spec | Super Carry | X55 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Service Interval | 10,000 km or 12 Months | - |
| Approx Service Cost | Approx R1,200–R1,800 per Service | - |
| Battery Warranty | 12 Months | - |
| Maintenance Plan | Not Included | - |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 3.0 l | - |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | 10,000 km or 6 Months | - |
| First Service At | 1,000 km Inspection | - |
| Service Plan Duration | Not Included | 5 Years / 60 000 km |
| Service Plan Distance | Not Included | 5 Years / 60 000 km |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | Underbody Rust Protection | - |
| Service Plan | Not Included | 5 Years / 60 000 km |
| Service Intervals | 10,000 km or 12 Months | - |
| Spec | Super Carry | X55 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty Years | 5 | 5 Years / 150 000 km |
| Warranty Kilometers | 5 | 5 Years / 150 000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | 5 Years Roadside Assistance | - |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | 3 Years Anti-Corrosion | - |
| Basic Warranty | 5 | 5 Years / 150 000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | 5 Years Roadside Assistance | - |
| Warranty | 5 | 5 Years / 150 000 km |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | 5 Years Roadside Assistance | - |
| Spec | Super Carry | X55 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 155 g/km | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Start Stop System | Not Available | - |
| Hybrid System Type | Not Applicable | - |
| Noise Level | 72 dB | - |
| Variable Valve Timing | Not Available | - |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | 93 RON Unleaded | - |
| Particulate Filter | Not Fitted | - |
| Euro Emission Standard | Euro 5 | - |
| Green NCAP Rating | Not Rated — Commercial Vehicle | - |
| Idle CO2 Output | Within Euro 5 Limits | - |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP) | - |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | 155 | - |
| Spec | Super Carry | X55 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | 8.0 l/100km | - |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | 10.0 l/100km | - |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | 6.5 l/100km | - |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | 8.0 l/100km | - |
| Owner Review Count | 3 | - |
| Spec | Super Carry | X55 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Mid | Private buyer ownership with BAIC South Africa warranty and service support |
| Price Zar | 209900 ZAR | 429900 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Current listed price | Current ex-showroom price |
| Starting Price | 209900 | 429900 |
| Starting Price Zar | 209900 | 429900 |
In depth: how these cars differ
This Super Carry and X55 Plus 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: Super Carry 25 vs X55 Plus 62.
Efficiency index: Super Carry 54 vs X55 Plus 53.
Safety-equipment index: Super Carry 25 vs X55 Plus 88.
Practicality index: Super Carry 59 vs X55 Plus 55.
Ownership-cover index: Super Carry 60 vs X55 Plus 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
X55 Plus leads by 22 points
X55 Plus holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over Super Carry.
Evidence leader
65
/100
Lead
22
points
Data
68%
source coverage
65
#1
Evidence leader
X55 Plus
68% source coverage
1 strong categories
Best at
Safety 88
Check
Efficiency 53
Performance
62
Efficiency
53
Safety
88
Practicality
55
Leads by 22 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
X55 Plus +37
Efficiency
Super Carry +1
Safety
X55 Plus +63
Practicality
Super Carry +4
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
X55 Plus
Performance
62/100
Efficiency
53/100
Safety
88/100
Practicality
55/100
Super Carry
Performance
25/100
Efficiency
54/100
Safety
25/100
Practicality
59/100
Ownership
60/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
BAIC X55 Plus
leads the specification evidence index with 65 pts
vs 43 pts for Super Carry
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, X55 Plus 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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Super Carry vs X55 Plus 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.