Source type: Ford South Africa official model specification data
Ford Tourneo Custom vs Suzuki XL6
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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Ford Tourneo Custom
2.0L SWB Titanium X 8AT
Diesel
8-Speed Automatic
Current
ZAR 1,278,500
ex-showroom
⚡ 125 kW
🔧 390 Nm
⛽ 13.5 km/l
VS
Suzuki XL6
1.5 GL AT
Petrol
4-Speed Automatic
Current
ZAR 384,900
ex-showroom
⚡ 77 kW
🔧 138 Nm
⛽ 15.4 km/l
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Decision summary
Ford Tourneo Custom vs Suzuki XL6: the short answer
Tourneo Custom has a modest catalogue-index lead, while XL6 remains close.
XL6 starts ZAR 717,600 cheaper
Tourneo Custom from ZAR 1,075,500 · XL6 from ZAR 357,900
Five key differences
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| Specification | Tourneo Custom | XL6 |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | Tourneo Custom125 kW | XL677 kW @ 6000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | Tourneo Custom390 Nm | XL6138 Nm @ 4400 rpm |
| Engine Size | Tourneo Custom1996 cc | XL61462 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | Tourneo Custom13.5 km/l | XL615.4 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | Tourneo Custom130 mm | XL6180 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)
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Tourneo Custom
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
XL6
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?
Tourneo Custom
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
- Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
XL6
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Full Specs, Side by Side
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| Spec | Tourneo Custom | XL6 |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | Current local generation year not confirmed | 2021 |
| Generation | Current South African Tourneo Custom listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data. | First generation XL6; shares wheelbase and drivetrain with second-generation Ertiga; unique 6-seat captain's chair configuration distinguishes it from the 7-seat Ertiga |
| Facelift History | Model-year updates can affect trim, wheels, screens, safety equipment and colours. Use the latest South African price list when checking a specific vehicle. | Launched in SA in 2021 as a new nameplate above the Ertiga; minor interior and specification updates in 2023; no mechanical changes since launch |
| Facelift Launched Since | Original current-generation version | 2023 |
| Facelift Version Ending | Current | Current |
| Body Style | People mover | MPV |
| Color Note | Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering. | Pearl Arctic White, Grandeur Grey, Midnight Black, Oxford Blue |
| Dealer Stock Note | Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup | Top grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Wheelbase Type | Short wheelbase | - |
| Production Status | active | active |
| Segment | MPV | MPV |
| Tare Mass Kg | Kerb not published; GVM 3200 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Type | MPV | MPV |
| Spec | Tourneo Custom | XL6 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5050 mm | 4445 mm |
| Width | 2032 mm | 1775 mm |
| Height | 1979 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3100 mm | 2740 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 130 mm | 180 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | 125 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 l | 45 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 482 l | 209 l |
| Kerb Weight | 1559 kg | 1175 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 3200 kg | 1715 kg |
| Payload Capacity | 454 kg | 540 kg |
| Towing Capacity | 2500 kg | 1200 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 8 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Rows | 3 rows | 3 rows |
| Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 5.6 m | 5.2 m |
| Front Headroom | 996 mm | 995 mm |
| Rear Headroom | 957 mm | 990 mm |
| Front Legroom | 1048 mm | 1040 mm |
| Rear Legroom | 890 mm | 935 mm |
| Spec | Tourneo Custom | XL6 |
|---|---|---|
| Front Track Width | Not Applicable | 1515 mm |
| Rear Track Width | Not Applicable | 1520 mm |
| Front Suspension | Not Available | MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring |
| Rear Suspension | Not Available | Torsion Beam with Coil Spring |
| MagneRide Damping | Not Available | Not Available |
| Chassis Type | - | Monocoque |
| Power Steering | - | Electric Power Assisted (EPAS) |
| Steering Column | - | Tilt and Telescopic Adjustable |
| Front Spring Type | - | Coil Spring |
| Rear Spring Type | - | Coil Spring |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | - | Standard |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | - | Standard |
| Shock Absorber Type | - | Telescopic Gas Dampers |
| Chassis Material | - | Monocoque |
| Front Suspension Type | Not Available | MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring |
| Rear Axle Type | - | Torsion Beam with Coil Spring |
| Rear Suspension Type | Not Available | Torsion Beam with Coil Spring |
| Shock Absorbers | - | Telescopic Gas Dampers |
| Suspension | - | MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring |
| Spec | Tourneo Custom | XL6 |
|---|---|---|
| Load Bed Length | 2622 mm | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | 1392 mm | Not Applicable |
| Climate Control | Dual-zone automatic | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Power Windows | Not Available | All Four Windows |
| Keyless Entry | Standard | Not Available |
| Push Button Start | Standard | Not Available |
| Wireless Charging | Standard | Wireless Apple CarPlay |
| Sunroof | Not Available | Not Available |
| Electric Tailgate | Not Available | Not Available |
| Automatic Headlamps | Standard | Standard |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Not Available | Standard |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | Not Applicable | 803 l |
| AC Type | Dual-zone automatic | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Adaptive Dampers | Not Available | Not Available |
| Climate Zones | Dual-zone automatic | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | Standard | Not Available |
| Engine Start Stop | Standard | Not Available |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Standard | Not Available |
| Hill Start Assist | Standard | Standard |
| Performance Data Logger | Not Available | Not Available |
| Push Button Start | Standard | Not Available |
| Rev Matching | Not Available | Not Available |
| Air Conditioning | Dual-zone automatic | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Battery Preconditioning | Not Available | Not Available |
| Bed Extender | Not Available | Not Available |
| Canopy Fitment | Not Available | Not Available |
| Diff Lock | Not Available | Not Available |
| Difflock | Not Available | Not Available |
| Digital Speedometer | 12-inch cluster with 8-inch configurable display | Analogue with Digital Trip Display |
| Front Diff Lock | Not Available | Not Available |
| Intelligent Battery System | Not Available | Not Available |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | Standard | Not Available |
| 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 Length Mm | 2622 mm | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | Not Available | Not Available |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | Not Available | Not Available |
| Loadbox Width Mm | 1392 mm | Not Applicable |
| Manual Aircon | Dual-zone automatic | Manual Air Conditioning |
| One Pedal Driving | Not Available | Not Available |
| Passive Entry Start | Standard | Not Available |
| Rear Diff Lock | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rear Electric Motor | Not Available | Not Available |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | Not Available | Not Available |
| Remote Central Locking | Standard | Remote Central Locking |
| Sonar | Front and rear | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors |
| Source Model Column | tourneo-custom | xl6 |
| Sport Plus Mode | Not Available | Not Available |
| Sports Bar | Not Available | Not Available |
| Tailgate Damper | Not Available | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | Not Available | Not Available |
| Tow Bar Type | Not Available | Not Available |
| TPMS | Standard | Standard |
| Trim Level | flagship | top |
| Unlocking | Standard | Not Available |
| Variant Role | Flagship / premium derivative | Core range derivative |
| Vdc | Standard | Standard |
| Vehicle To Grid | Not Available | Not Available |
| Vehicle To Load | Not Available | Not Available |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | Standard | Not Available |
| Walk Away Lock | Standard | Not Available |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | - | Not Available |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | Not Applicable | 803 l |
| Rear Window Defroster | - | Standard |
| Electric Mirror Folding | - | Electrically Adjustable Auto-Fold Mirrors |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | - | Standard — Driver Height Adjustable |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | - | Not Available |
| 12V Accessory Socket | - | 1 x 12V Socket |
| Speed Limiter | - | Standard |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | - | Not Available |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | - | All Four Windows |
| Engine Warranty | - | 4 Years |
| Front Armrest | - | Standard Centre Armrest |
| Front Power Outlet | - | 1 x 12V Socket |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | - | 6.5 |
| Glovebox Cooling | - | All Four Door Pockets |
| Panoramic Roof | Not Available | Not Available |
| Power Mirrors | - | All Four Windows |
| Rear Defogger | - | Standard |
| Rear Seat Split | - | 60:40 Second Row + Full Third Row Fold Flat |
| Rear Wing | - | Not Available |
| Seat Type | - | Leatherette Captain Seats (Row 2) |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | - | All Seats |
| Spare Wheel | Not Available | Full Size Spare |
| Speed Alert System | - | Standard |
| Stabilizer Bar | - | Standard |
| Steering Mounted Controls | - | Standard |
| Telescopic Steering | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Tilt Steering | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Voice Command | - | Via Smartphone |
| Voice Command Support | - | Via Smartphone Mirroring |
| Accelerator 0 100 | - | 14.5 sec |
| Bottle Holders | - | 6 |
| Centre Console | - | Standard Centre Armrest |
| Common Rail Injection | - | Multi-Point Fuel Injection (MPFI) |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | - | Electrically Adjustable Auto-Fold Mirrors |
| Front Wiper | - | Standard |
| Front Wipers Type | - | Standard |
| Glove Box | - | All Four Door Pockets |
| Lift Gate | - | Not Available |
| Mirror | - | Electrically Adjustable Body-Coloured Mirrors |
| Power Socket 12v | - | 1 x 12V Socket |
| Powered Tailgate | - | Not Available |
| Rear Air Conditioning | - | Dedicated Row 2 and Row 3 AC Vents |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | - | Not Available |
| Remote Side Mirror | - | Electrically Adjustable Body-Coloured Mirrors |
| Rim Size | Not Available | 16 Inches |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | - | Not Available |
| Side Impact Bars | - | Standard |
| Sound System | Not Available | 6 |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | - | Standard |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | - | Standard |
| Steering Column Adjustment | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Sub Frame | - | Monocoque |
| Surround View Monitor | Not Available | Not Available |
| Wireless Charger | Standard | Wireless Apple CarPlay |
| Spec | Tourneo Custom | XL6 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2-litre Turbocharged Diesel | 1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol |
| Engine Code | Market-specific engine family | K15B |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 1996 cc | 1462 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Cylinder Layout | Inline | Inline |
| Valves | 16 | 16 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | Naturally Aspirated |
| Fuel System | Common-rail direct injection | Multi-Point Injection |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Bore | 82.0 mm | 74 mm |
| Stroke | 94.6 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Maximum Power | 125 kW | 77 kW @ 6000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 390 Nm | 138 Nm @ 4400 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 | FWD | FWD |
| Transmission | 8-Speed Automatic | 4-Speed Automatic |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h | 175 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.8 sec | 14.5 sec |
| Quarter Mile | 15.5 sec | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | Normal, Eco, Slippery, Tow, Haul and Sport | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Launch Control | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rev Limiter | 4800 rpm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 100 kW/tonne | 65.5 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 220 Nm/tonne | 117.4 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 | Tourneo Custom | XL6 |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | Automatic | 4-Speed Automatic |
| Drivetrain Layout | Front-wheel drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| LSD Available | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Transfer Case | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Paddle Shifters | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Final Drive Ratio | Not Applicable | 4.388:1 |
| Number of Gears | 8 | 4 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-Speed Automatic |
| Clutch Type | Not Applicable | Single Dry Plate Diaphragm |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Type | Automatic | 4-Speed Automatic |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive | FWD |
| 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 Applicable |
| Differential Type Front | Not Available | Not Available |
| Differential Type Rear | Not Available | Not Available |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Gearbox Type | Automatic | 4-Speed Automatic |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Axle Layout | Front-wheel drive | FWD |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Transfer Case Guard | Not Available | Not Available |
| Transmission Speeds | 8 | 4 |
| Engine Position | - | Transverse Front-Mounted |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | - | 2.8 |
| Spec | Tourneo Custom | XL6 |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 13.5 km/l | 15.4 km/l |
| City Mileage | 11.0 km/l | 12.8 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | 15.8 km/l | 18.2 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | Not Applicable | 45 l |
| Emission Standard | Not Applicable | Euro 5 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Auto Start Stop | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Real-world Mileage | 13.5 km/l | 15.4 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | Not Applicable | 45 |
| Combined Driving Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Electric Consumption | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Highway | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Mixed | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Spec | Tourneo Custom | XL6 |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | Front, side and curtain airbags | 6 |
| ABS | Standard | Standard |
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard | Standard |
| Traction Control | Standard | Standard |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Hill Start Assist | Standard | Standard |
| Child Safety Lock | Not Available | Standard |
| ISOFIX Mounts | Not Available | 2 Rear ISOFIX Points |
| Brake Assist | Standard | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Standard | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Not Available | Standard |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Not Available | All Seats |
| Front Parking Sensors | Front and rear | Not Available |
| AEB | Not Available | Not Available |
| BA | Standard | Standard |
| Brake Override System | Not Available | Not Available |
| Curtain Airbags | Not Available | Not Available |
| Driver Airbag | Not Available | 6 |
| EBD | Standard | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Not Available | Standard |
| Hill Hold | Standard | Standard |
| Passenger Airbag | Not Available | 6 |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Not Available | Not Available |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Not Available | All Seats |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Not Available | All Seats |
| Side Airbags | Not Available | Not Available |
| Stability Control | Standard | Standard |
| TCS | Standard | Standard |
| Knee Airbag | Not Available | Not Available |
| ABS EBD | Standard | Standard |
| ESC With Traction Control | Standard | Standard |
| Alarm System | - | Standard |
| Central Locking | - | Remote Central Locking |
| Side Impact Beams | - | Standard |
| Speed Alert System | - | Standard — Audible Warning at 120 km/h |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | - | Not Available |
| Safety Rating | - | Not Independently Rated |
| Whiplash Protection | - | Active Head Restraints on Front Seats |
| Lane Change Warning | - | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | - | Not Available |
| Anti Theft Alarm | - | Standard |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | - | 6 |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | - | 6 |
| Spec | Tourneo Custom | XL6 |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Lane Keep Assist | Standard | Not Available |
| Lane Departure Warning | Standard | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Not Available | Not Available |
| Parking Sensors | Front and rear | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors |
| Rear View Camera | Digital rear-view camera | Standard Reverse Camera |
| 360 Degree Camera | Not Available | Not Available |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Not Available | Not Available |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Standard | Not Available |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Standard | Not Available |
| Auto Highbeam | Not Available | Not Available |
| Auto Lights | Standard | Standard |
| Auto Wipers | Not Available | Standard |
| EV Mode | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Front and rear | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Digital rear-view camera | Standard Reverse Camera |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Park Assist | Not Available | Not Available |
| Around View Monitor | Not Available | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Warning | Not Available | Not Available |
| Forward Collision Warning | Not Available | Not Available |
| Parking Distance Sensors | Front and rear | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors |
| Parking Sensor | Front and rear | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors |
| Pre-Collision System | Standard | Not Available |
| Collision Mitigation | Standard | - |
| Rear View Camera | Digital rear-view camera | Standard Reverse Camera |
| Reverse Camera Type | Digital rear-view camera | Standard Reverse Camera |
| Reversing Camera | Digital rear-view camera | Standard Reverse Camera |
| Emergency Braking | - | Not Available |
| Front Camera | - | Not Available |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | - | Standard |
| Surround View Camera | Not Available | Not Available |
| Spec | Tourneo Custom | XL6 |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Not Applicable | Leatherette Captain Seats (Row 2) |
| Heated Seats | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Ventilated Seats | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Ambient Lighting | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Front Shoulder Room | Not Applicable | 1395 mm |
| Rear Shoulder Room | Not Applicable | 1400 mm |
| Rear USB Ports | Front and rear | 2 |
| Steering Wheel Material | Not Applicable | Urethane |
| Instrument Cluster Type | 12-inch cluster with 8-inch configurable display | Analogue with Digital Trip Display |
| Interior Colour Options | 3 | 2 |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Not Applicable | 60:40 Second Row + Full Third Row Fold Flat |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Not Applicable | Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | Not Applicable | Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | Cabin trim, seating material, screen layout and driver-assistance equipment vary by derivative. Compare the chosen Tourneo Custom grade before assuming a feature is included. | Captain's chairs in second row with walk-through centre, leather-touch interior surfaces, 9-inch touchscreen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, automatic climate control, third-row fold-flat seating, dual front airbags |
| Interior Colours | 3 | 2 |
| Seat Trim | Not Applicable | Leatherette Captain Seats (Row 2) |
| Seat Adjustment | - | Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment |
| Steering Type | - | Electric Power Assisted (EPAS) |
| Steering Adjustment | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Folding Rear Seats | - | 60:40 Second Row + Full Third Row Fold Flat |
| Front Armrest | - | Standard Centre Armrest |
| Rear Armrest | - | Integrated in Seat Back |
| Cup Holders | - | 6 |
| Rear AC Vents | - | Dedicated Row 2 and Row 3 AC Vents |
| Driver Lumbar Support | - | Not Available |
| Door Map Pockets | - | All Four Door Pockets |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | - | Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment |
| Fabric Seats | - | Leatherette Captain Seats (Row 2) |
| Armrest Front | - | Standard Centre Armrest |
| Armrest Rear | - | Integrated in Seat Back |
| Boot Space Seats Down | - | 803 |
| Driver Seat | - | Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment |
| Interior Trim Colour | - | 2 |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | - | Leatherette Captain Seats (Row 2) |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | - | Integrated in Seat Back |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | - | Not Available |
| Seat Belt Warning | - | All Seats |
| Seat Fold Type | - | 60:40 Second Row + Full Third Row Fold Flat |
| Spec | Tourneo Custom | XL6 |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | Ford SYNC 4 | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Apple CarPlay | Wireless | Wireless Apple CarPlay |
| Android Auto | Wireless | Wired Android Auto |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Wireless | Standard |
| Number of Speakers | Not Available | 6 |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | 12-inch cluster with 8-inch configurable display | 9-inch Digital Cluster |
| USB Ports | Front and rear | 2 |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Wireless | Wireless Apple CarPlay |
| Wireless Android Auto | Wireless | Wired Android Auto |
| Infotainment Screen Size | Ford SYNC 4 | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Infotainment Display | Ford SYNC 4 | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Rear Usb | Front and rear | 2 |
| Display Audio | Ford SYNC 4 | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | Front and rear | 2 |
| Infotainment Screen | Ford SYNC 4 | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Multi Information Display | 12-inch cluster with 8-inch configurable display | Analogue with Digital Trip Display |
| Connected Services | Wireless | Standard |
| Smartphone Connectivity | Wireless | Wireless Apple CarPlay |
| Touchscreen | Ford SYNC 4 | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Navigation System | - | Via Smartphone Mirroring |
| FM Radio | - | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Standard |
| Voice Recognition | - | Via Smartphone |
| AUX Input | - | Not Available |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | - | Not Available |
| Audio Controls On Steering | - | Standard |
| Audio | - | Standard |
| Audio Speakers | Not Available | 6 |
| Audio System | - | Standard |
| Voice Control | - | Via Smartphone |
| Radio | - | Standard |
| Spec | Tourneo Custom | XL6 |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | Standard | LED Projector Headlamps |
| Daytime Running Lamps | LED | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Not Available | Front Fog Lamps |
| Roof Rails | Not Available | Not Available |
| Exterior Colour Options | 3 | 6 |
| Body Type | MPV | MPV |
| DRL | LED | LED DRLs |
| Led Headlights | Standard | LED Projector Headlamps |
| Auto Headlights | Standard | Standard |
| Automatic Headlamps | Standard | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lights | LED | LED DRLs |
| Exterior Colour Options | 3 | 4 |
| Headlamp Levelling | Standard | LED Projector Headlamps |
| Headlamps | Standard | LED Projector Headlamps |
| Headlight Type | Standard | LED Projector Headlamps |
| Headlights | Standard | LED Projector Headlamps |
| Load Bed Liner | Not Available | Not Available |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Not Available | Not Available |
| Active Exhaust | Not Available | Not Available |
| Alloy Wheel Design | - | 16-inch Alloy Wheels |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | - | Not Available |
| Body Cladding | - | Not Available |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Not Available |
| Roof Type | - | Standard Fixed Roof |
| Wing Mirror Type | - | Electrically Adjustable Body-Coloured Mirrors |
| Rear Wiper | - | Standard |
| Door Handle Finish | - | Body-Coloured Door Handles |
| Fog Lights | - | Front Fog Lamps |
| Front Fog Lights | - | Front Fog Lamps |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | - | Not Available |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | - | Body-Coloured Door Handles |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | - | All Four Windows |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | - | Electrically Adjustable Auto-Fold Mirrors |
| Front Fog Lamps | Not Available | Front Fog Lamps |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Not Available |
| Sunroof Slide | - | Not Available |
| Sunroof Tilt | - | Not Available |
| Spec | Tourneo Custom | XL6 |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | Not Available | 18 deg |
| Departure Angle | Not Available | 20 deg |
| Wading Depth | Not Available | 0 mm |
| Terrain Modes | Not Available | Not Available |
| Locking Differential | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 4WD System Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Breakover Angle | Not Available | 0 deg |
| Energy Recovery Display | Not Available | Not Available |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | Not Available | Not Available |
| Ground Clearance Max | 130 mm | 180 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | 130 mm | 180 mm |
| Off Road Descent Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Off Road Traction Assist | Not Available | Not Available |
| Crawl Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rear Skid Plate Guard | Not Available | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Fuel Tank | Not Available | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Transfer Case | Not Available | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Mud | Not Available | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Normal | Not Available | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Rock | Not Available | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Sand | Not Available | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Snow | Not Available | Not Available |
| Terrain Response System | Not Available | Not Available |
| Underbody Camera | Not Available | Not Available |
| Underbody Protection | - | Not Available |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | - | 0 deg |
| Recovery Hooks | - | 1 Rear Tow Hook |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Ramp-over Angle | - | 0 deg |
| Approach Angle Deg | - | 18 deg |
| Departure Angle Deg | - | 20 deg |
| Wading Depth Mm | - | 0 mm |
| Spec | Tourneo Custom | XL6 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | Not Available | 195/60 R16 |
| Front Brake Type | Not Available | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Not Available | Drum |
| Spare Wheel Type | Not Available | Full Size Spare |
| Wheel Rim Size | Not Available | 16 Inches |
| Cornering Brake Control | Standard | Standard |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | Standard | - |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | Not Available | Not Available |
| Handbrake Type | Not Applicable | Conventional Handbrake |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | Standard | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Display | Standard | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Standard | Standard |
| Wheel Type | - | 16-inch Alloy Wheels |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | - | 262 mm |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | - | 210 mm |
| Parking Brake Type | - | Conventional Handbrake |
| Tyre Load Index | - | 89 |
| Tyre Speed Rating | - | H |
| Brake Type Front | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Brake Type Rear | - | Drum |
| Spare Tyre | Not Available | Full Size Spare |
| Tyre Type | - | 195/60 R16 |
| Wheel Diameter | Not Available | 16 Inches |
| Auto Brake Hold | - | Conventional Handbrake |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | - | Not Available |
| Brakes | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Electric Park Brake | - | Conventional Handbrake |
| Leather Steering Wheel | - | Urethane |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | - | Full Size Spare |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | - | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Trim | - | Urethane |
| Wheel Material | - | 16-inch Alloy Wheels |
| Wheel Size Type | - | 16 Inches |
| Wheels | - | 16-inch Alloy Wheels |
| Spec | Tourneo Custom | XL6 |
|---|---|---|
| Maintenance Plan | 6 years / 90 000 km optional plan included in listed price | Not Included |
| Service Plan Duration | 6 years / 90 000 km optional plan included in listed price | Not Included |
| Service Plan Distance | 6 years / 90 000 km optional plan included in listed price | Not Included |
| Service Plan | 6 years / 90 000 km optional plan included in listed price | Not Included |
| Service Interval | - | 15,000 km or 12 Months |
| Approx Service Cost | - | Approx R2,000–R2,500 per Service |
| Battery Warranty | - | 12 Months |
| Engine Oil Capacity | - | 3.7 l |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | - | 10,000 km or 6 Months |
| First Service At | - | 1,000 km Inspection |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | - | Underbody Rust Protection |
| Service Intervals | - | 15,000 km or 12 Months |
| Spec | Tourneo Custom | XL6 |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty Years | 4 years / 120 000 km | 5 |
| Warranty Kilometers | 4 years / 120 000 km | 5 |
| Roadside Assistance | 4 years / unlimited km | 5 Years Roadside Assistance |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | 5 years / unlimited km | 3 Years Anti-Corrosion |
| Basic Warranty | 4 years / 120 000 km | 5 |
| Roadside Assistance | 4 years / unlimited km | 5 Years Roadside Assistance |
| Warranty | 4 years / 120 000 km | 5 |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | 4 years / unlimited km | 5 Years Roadside Assistance |
| Spec | Tourneo Custom | XL6 |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | Not Applicable | 153 g/km |
| Hybrid System Type | Not Available | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | Diesel | 93 RON Unleaded |
| Start Stop System | - | Not Available |
| Noise Level | - | 68 dB |
| Variable Valve Timing | - | VVT on Intake Camshaft |
| Particulate Filter | - | Gasoline Particulate Filter (GPF) |
| Euro Emission Standard | - | Euro 5 |
| Green NCAP Rating | - | Not Independently Rated |
| Idle CO2 Output | - | Within Euro 5 Limits |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | - | Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP) |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | - | 153 |
| Spec | Tourneo Custom | XL6 |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Flagship | Top |
| Price Zar | 1278500 ZAR | 384900 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Current listed price | Current listed price |
| Starting Price | 1278500 | 384900 |
| Starting Price Zar | 1278500 | 384900 |
| Spec | Tourneo Custom | XL6 |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | - | 6.5 l/100km |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | - | 8.5 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | - | 5.0 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | - | 6.5 l/100km |
| Owner Review Count | - | 0 |
In depth: how these cars differ
This Tourneo Custom and XL6 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: Tourneo Custom 65 vs XL6 29.
Efficiency index: Tourneo Custom 57 vs XL6 59.
Safety-equipment index: Tourneo Custom 91 vs XL6 87.
Practicality index: Tourneo Custom 70 vs XL6 55.
Ownership-cover index: Tourneo Custom not separately scored vs XL6 71.
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
Tourneo Custom leads by 12 points
Tourneo Custom has a modest catalogue-index lead, while XL6 remains close.
Evidence leader
71
/100
Lead
12
points
Data
67%
source coverage
71
#1
Evidence leader
Tourneo Custom
67% source coverage
2 strong categories
Best at
Safety 91
Check
Efficiency 57
Performance
65
Efficiency
57
Safety
91
Practicality
70
Leads by 12 points
59
#2
XL6
93% source coverage
2 strong categories
Best at
Safety 87
Check
Performance 29
Performance
29
Efficiency
59
Safety
87
Practicality
55
Ownership
71
Performance 24%
Safety 22%
Practicality 22%
Efficiency 17%
Ownership 15%
Category leaders
What moves the verdict
Performance
Tourneo Custom +36
Efficiency
XL6 +2
Safety
Tourneo Custom +4
Practicality
Tourneo Custom +15
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Tourneo Custom
Performance
65/100
Efficiency
57/100
Safety
91/100
Practicality
70/100
XL6
Performance
29/100
Efficiency
59/100
Safety
87/100
Practicality
55/100
Ownership
71/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
Ford Tourneo Custom
leads the specification evidence index with 71 pts
vs 59 pts for XL6
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Tourneo Custom leads. However, XL6 may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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Tourneo Custom vs XL6 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.