Dongfeng 007 vs Mercedes-Benz C-Class

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.

Dongfeng 007 in South Africa

Dongfeng 007

007 E2 540 Electric Single-Speed Reduction Gear Current
ZAR 929,000 ex-showroom
⚡ 400 kW 🔧 640 Nm
VS
Mercedes-Benz C-Class in South Africa

Mercedes-Benz C-Class

C 43 Petrol Current
ZAR 1,696,458 ex-showroom
⚡ 310 kW 🔧 500 Nm
＋ Add a 3rd car

Decision summary

Dongfeng 007 vs Mercedes-Benz C-Class: the short answer

Compare the available model information below. Hagalu has withheld a ranked verdict because the selected vehicles do not yet meet the minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold.

007 starts ZAR 134,836 cheaper 007 from ZAR 799,000 · C-Class from ZAR 933,836

Five key differences

Exact selected derivatives
Specification 007 C-Class
Maximum Power 007400 kW C-Class310 kW
Maximum Torque 007640 Nm C-Class500 Nm
Engine Size 007Not Applicable C-Class1991 cc
Combined Fuel Economy 007Not Applicable C-Class-
Ground Clearance 007150 mm C-Class-

Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.

Full Specs, Side by Side

Spec 007 C-Class
Model Introduced Year 2026 2026
Generation Current South African 007 generation -
Facelift History Current South African launch version; no local facelift announced -
Facelift Launched Since Original current-generation version -
Facelift Version Ending Current -
Body Style Sedan Sedan
Model Year 2026 2026
Production Status active Current South African retail range
Segment Electric Fastback Sedan -
Vehicle Type Passenger Vehicle -
Spec 007 C-Class
Length 4880 mm -
Width 1895 mm -
Height 1460 mm -
Wheelbase 2915 mm -
Ground Clearance (Default) 150 mm -
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) 135 mm -
Fuel Tank Capacity 0 l -
Boot/Cargo Space 452 l -
Kerb Weight 500 kg -
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) 500 kg -
Payload Capacity 500 kg -
Towing Capacity 1500 kg -
Seating Capacity 5 seats -
Number of Rows 2 rows -
Doors 5 doors -
Minimum Turning Radius 5.8 m -
Front Headroom 990 mm -
Rear Headroom 945 mm -
Front Legroom 1060 mm -
Rear Legroom 930 mm -

In depth: how these cars differ

This 007 and C-Class comparison brings together local model information and available derivatives for South Africa. Prices and specifications appear only where they have been recorded for this market.

Hagalu has withheld an overall score because at least one selected vehicle does not yet have four comparable categories and 50% weighted source coverage. Missing catalogue evidence is not replaced with a neutral score or a guessed value.

Use the key-spec and full-spec tables to compare the fields that are confirmed. For a purchase decision, verify current availability, exact derivative equipment, finance, insurance and ownership cover with the relevant manufacturer or authorised retailer.

Specification Score Withheld

Hagalu does not turn missing specifications into neutral scores or guessed values.

Fail closed

Score withheld: fewer than four comparable categories or less than 50% weighted source coverage for at least one vehicle.

Use the verified key-spec and full-spec tables on this page. A ranked index will appear only after every selected vehicle has source-backed data in at least four categories and reaches 50% weighted coverage.

What the evidence means

No overall winner is declared because the selected vehicles do not yet meet Hagalu's minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold. Compare the confirmed rows and verify the exact derivative before buying.

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007 vs C-Class 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.