Dongfeng 007 vs Volkswagen Caddy Cargo

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 899,900 ex-showroom
⚡ 400 kW 🔧 620 Nm ⛽ 0 km/l
VS
Volkswagen Caddy Cargo in South Africa

Volkswagen Caddy Cargo

Maxi Cargo 2.0 TDI Manual Diesel 6-Speed Manual Current
ZAR 646,650 ex-showroom
⚡ 81 kW 🔧 300 Nm ⛽ 18.2 km/l
＋ Add a 3rd car

Decision summary

Dongfeng 007 vs Volkswagen Caddy Cargo: the short answer

007 holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over Caddy Cargo.

Caddy Cargo starts ZAR 233,200 cheaper 007 from ZAR 699,900 · Caddy Cargo from ZAR 466,700

Five key differences

Exact selected derivatives
Specification 007 Caddy Cargo
Maximum Power 007400 kW Caddy Cargo81 kW
Maximum Torque 007620 Nm Caddy Cargo300 Nm
Engine Size 007Not Applicable Caddy Cargo1968 cc
Combined Fuel Economy 0070 km/l Caddy Cargo18.2 km/l
Ground Clearance 0070 mm Caddy Cargo144 mm

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

Independent editorial assessment

Hagalu editorial ratings

When a variant is selected, its rating out of five applies only to that exact derivative; a model-range review is not inherited. Editorial ratings are separate from the Specification Evidence Index out of 100 and are not customer ratings.

Dongfeng 007

007 E2 540

Hagalu editorial rating Not yet rated

No complete editorial rating is published for this exact variant. This is not a zero score.

How Hagalu rates cars

Volkswagen Caddy Cargo

Maxi Cargo 2.0 TDI Manual

Hagalu editorial rating Not yet rated

No complete editorial rating is published for this exact variant. This is not a zero score.

How Hagalu rates cars

Not yet rated means a complete review is not published; it does not mean the vehicle scored zero. Read the rating methodology.

What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)

Specification evidence leader

007

Strengths
  • More powerful engine output
  • Better fuel efficiency
Weak Spots
  • Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to: Published Performance Published Efficiency

Caddy Cargo

Strengths
  • Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
  • Less powerful engine setup
  • Lower fuel efficiency
Best suited to: Published Practicality

Which One's Right for You?

007

  • Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
  • Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use

Caddy Cargo

  • Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures

Full Specs, Side by Side

Spec 007 Caddy Cargo
Model Introduced Year 2026 Current local generation year not confirmed
Generation Current South African generation Current South African Caddy Cargo listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
Facelift History Current launch specification Model-year updates can affect trim, wheels, screens, safety equipment and colours. Use the latest South African price list when checking a specific vehicle.
Facelift Launched Since 2026 Original current-generation version
Facelift Version Ending Current Current
Body Style Sedan Van
Model Year 2026 Current
Production Status Active published
Segment Executive electric sedan Van
Vehicle Type Sedan Van
Color Note - Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering.
Dealer Stock Note - Top grade in the South Africa lineup
Drivetrain Note - 4x2 configuration for the local line-up
Tare Mass Kg - 1706 kg
Spec 007 Caddy Cargo
Length 4880 mm 4853 mm
Width 1895 mm 1855 mm
Height 1460 mm 1823 mm
Wheelbase 2915 mm 2970 mm
Ground Clearance (Default) 0 mm 144 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) 140 mm -
Fuel Tank Capacity 0 l 50 l
Boot/Cargo Space 452 l 3900 l
Kerb Weight 2100 kg 1706 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) 2550 kg 2350 kg
Payload Capacity 450 kg 644 kg
Towing Capacity 750 kg 1500 kg
Seating Capacity 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Rows 2 rows -
Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Minimum Turning Radius 5.8 m 12.1 m
Front Headroom 1000 mm -
Rear Headroom 950 mm -
Front Legroom 1050 mm -
Rear Legroom 900 mm -

In depth: how these cars differ

This 007 and Caddy Cargo 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: 007 100 vs Caddy Cargo 44.

Efficiency index: 007 90 vs Caddy Cargo 72.

Safety-equipment index: 007 88 vs Caddy Cargo 88.

Practicality index: 007 53 vs Caddy Cargo 60.

Ownership-cover index: 007 not separately scored vs Caddy Cargo 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.

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 / 100
Evidence-index readout

007 leads by 18 points

007 holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over Caddy Cargo.

Evidence leader 83 /100
Lead 18 points
Data 64% source coverage
83
#1 Evidence leader

007

64% source coverage 3 strong categories
Best at Performance 100 Check Practicality 53
Performance 100
Efficiency 90
Safety 88
Practicality 53
Leads by 18 points
65
#2

Caddy Cargo

55% source coverage 2 strong categories
Best at Safety 88 Check Performance 44
Performance 44
Efficiency 72
Safety 88
Practicality 60
Performance 24% Safety 22% Practicality 22% Efficiency 17% Ownership 15%
Category leaders What moves the verdict
Performance 007 +56 Efficiency 007 +18 Safety Level Practicality Caddy Cargo +7

Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.

Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader

007

Performance 100/100
Efficiency 90/100
Safety 88/100
Practicality 53/100

Caddy Cargo

Performance 44/100
Efficiency 72/100
Safety 88/100
Practicality 60/100

What the evidence means

Evidence index Dongfeng 007 leads the specification evidence index with 83 pts vs 65 pts for Caddy Cargo

In Hagalu's specification evidence index, 007 leads. However, Caddy Cargo may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.

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007 vs Caddy Cargo 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.