MG U9 vs Nissan Navara

The MG U9 starts from $52,990 before on-road costs, while the Nissan Navara opens at $53,348. That makes the MG U9 the more affordable entry point by $358.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $58,289 and $58,683 respectively.

Over 5 years, the running costs are nearly identical since both have similar efficiency.

Both the MG U9 and Nissan Navara hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 91% for the MG U9 and 86% for the Nissan Navara.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. We can confirm 7 of 10 key ADAS systems on the Nissan Navara, against 6 on the MG U9.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 6 in the MG U9 and 8 in the Nissan Navara. The Nissan Navara adds a 360-degree camera that the MG U9 misses.

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The MG U9 features a 12.3-inch touchscreen paired with a 12.3-inch digital dash, while the Nissan Navara gets a 9-inch display and 7-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The MG U9 stands out with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto — features our data doesn't list for the Nissan Navara. The Nissan Navara counters with Apple CarPlay. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the MG U9 gets artificial leather upholstery while the Nissan Navara offers fabric. Climate control is 2-zone in the MG U9 and 1-zone in the Nissan Navara.

The MG U9 uses a 2.5L Turbo Diesel producing 160kW and 520Nm of torque, sent through a zf 8 speed automatic to a 4x4 layout.

The Nissan Navara responds with a Diesel making 150kW and 470Nm, paired to a automatic driving all four wheels.

The MG U9 has the clear power advantage at 160kW vs 150kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The MG U9 measures 5,500mm long on a 3,300mm wheelbase, 180mm longer than the Nissan Navara at 5,320mm (3,130mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the MG U9 generally means more rear legroom.

For towing, the Nissan Navara leads with a 3,500kg braked capacity vs 3,500kg. That 0kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $2,252/year for the MG U9 and $2,195/year for the Nissan Navara. That is a $57 annual difference in favour of the Nissan Navara.

Warranty: 5 years (MG U9) vs 5 years (Nissan Navara). Both match on warranty length.