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.
B30 holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over T6 Single Cab.
T6 Single Cab starts ZAR 220,000 cheaperB30 from ZAR 519,900 · T6 Single Cab from ZAR 299,900
Five key differences
Exact selected derivatives
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Specification
B30
T6 Single Cab
Maximum Power
B30138 kW
T6 Single Cab102 kW @ 3600 rpm
Maximum Torque
B30305 Nm
T6 Single Cab320 Nm @ 1600-2600 rpm
Engine Size
B301498 cc
T6 Single Cab1999 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
B3012.41 km/l
T6 Single Cab16.39 km/l
Ground Clearance
B30215 mm
T6 Single Cab197 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.
BAIC B30
B30 Elite Adventure
Hagalu editorial rating
4.1/5★★★★★★★★★★
Desk research · Exact variant
Hagalu Editorial Team ·
Editorial assessment, not a customer rating. Not road-tested for this review.
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
B30
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Stronger listed safety equipment
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Lower fuel efficiency
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished Practicality
T6 Single Cab
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?
B30
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
T6 Single Cab
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
B30
T6 Single Cab
Model Introduced Year
2025
2026
Generation
Current first-generation BAIC B30 for South Africa, introduced locally for the 2025 model year with petrol and self-charging HEV derivatives.
South African introduction of new T6 Single Cab derivative in January 2026
Facelift History
The B30 was unveiled locally in August 2025 and launched in November 2025 as the first South African version; no later local facelift has been announced.
Introduced in South Africa in January 2026; no subsequent facelift announced
Facelift Launched Since
2025
Not Applicable
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Not Applicable
Body Style
Five-door mid-size SUV
Single-cab pickup
Model Year
2025
2026
Production Status
active
active
Segment
Mid-size SUV
One-tonne single-cab bakkie
Vehicle Type
SUV
Light commercial vehicle
Spec
B30
T6 Single Cab
Length
4730 mm
5315 mm
Width
1910 mm
1830 mm
Height
1790 mm
1815 mm
Wheelbase
2820 mm
3090 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
215 mm
197 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Tank Capacity
60 l
76 l
Boot/Cargo Space
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Kerb Weight
1575 kg
1740 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2034 kg
2740 kg
Payload Capacity
459 kg
1000 kg
Towing Capacity
1500 kg
1400 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
2 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
1 rows
Doors
5 doors
2 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
Not Officially Disclosed
6.2 m
Front Headroom
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Headroom
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Front Legroom
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Legroom
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Spec
B30
T6 Single Cab
Engine
1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine
2.0-litre Turbocharged Diesel
Engine Code
A156T2H
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
Petrol
Diesel
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1498 cc
1999 cc
Cylinders
4
4
Cylinder Layout
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves per Cylinder
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Not Officially Disclosed
Common-rail direct injection
Compression Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
16.5:1
Bore
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
138 kW
102 kW @ 3600 rpm
Maximum Torque
305 Nm
320 Nm @ 1600-2600 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
RWD
Transmission
7-Speed DCT
6-Speed Manual
Top Speed
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
0-100 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Standard, Sport, Economy, Snow
Not Officially Disclosed
Launch Control
No
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
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
B30
T6 Single Cab
Gearbox
7DCT
6-Speed Manual
Drivetrain Layout
FWD
Rear-wheel drive (4x2)
LSD Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Paddle Shifters
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Final Drive Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Number of Gears
7
6
Transmission Type
7-speed dual-clutch transmission
Manual
Clutch Type
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Gear Shift Type
Not Officially Disclosed
Manual
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
Rear-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 Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Front Differential Lock
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
Dual-clutch
Manual
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
No
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
Front-wheel drive
4x2
Rear Differential Lock
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Transmission Speeds
7
6
Spec
B30
T6 Single Cab
Claimed Mileage
12.41 km/l
16.39 km/l
City Mileage
Not Officially Disclosed
11.5 km/l
Highway Mileage
Not Officially Disclosed
15.0 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
60 l
76 l
Emission Standard
Euro VI
Euro 2
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Auto Start Stop
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Real-world Mileage
12.41 km/l
16.39 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
60
76
Combined Driving Range
Not Officially Disclosed
Over 1100 km
Electric Consumption
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Spec
B30
T6 Single Cab
Airbags
6
2
ABS
Standard
Yes
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Not Officially Disclosed
Traction Control
Standard
Not Officially Disclosed
Hill Descent Control
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Not Officially Disclosed
Child Safety Lock
Standard
Not Officially Disclosed
ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
Not Officially Disclosed
Brake Assist
Standard
Not Officially Disclosed
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Standard
Not Officially Disclosed
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Yes
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Standard
Driver
Front Parking Sensors
Standard
Not Officially Disclosed
AEB
Standard
Not Officially Disclosed
BA
Standard
Not Officially Disclosed
Brake Override System
Standard
Not Officially Disclosed
Curtain Airbags
Standard
Not Officially Disclosed
Driver Airbag
Standard
Yes
EBD
Standard
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Yes
Hill Hold
Standard
Not Officially Disclosed
Passenger Airbag
Standard
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Not Officially Disclosed
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Standard
Driver and passenger
Seatbelt Reminder
Standard
Driver
Side Airbags
Standard
Not Officially Disclosed
Stability Control
Standard
Not Officially Disclosed
TCS
Standard
Not Officially Disclosed
Knee Airbag
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
ABS EBD
Standard
Yes
Spec
B30
T6 Single Cab
Cruise Control
Standard
Not Officially Disclosed
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Not Officially Disclosed
Lane Keep Assist
Standard
Not Officially Disclosed
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Not Officially Disclosed
Blind Spot Monitoring
Standard
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Not Officially Disclosed
Parking Sensors
Standard
Rear
Rear View Camera
Standard
Yes
360 Degree Camera
Standard
Not Officially Disclosed
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Standard
Not Officially Disclosed
Driver Fatigue Alert
Standard
Not Officially Disclosed
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Auto Highbeam
Standard
Not Officially Disclosed
Auto Wipers
Standard
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Parking Sensors
Standard
Yes
Reverse Camera
Standard
Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Not Officially Disclosed
Park Assist
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Around View Monitor
Standard
Not Officially Disclosed
Blind Spot Warning
Standard
Not Officially Disclosed
Forward Collision Warning
Standard
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
B30
T6 Single Cab
Seat Material
Leather
Leatherette
Heated Seats
Optional
Not Officially Disclosed
Ventilated Seats
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Ambient Lighting
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Steering Wheel Material
Optional
Leather-trimmed
60 40 Split Seat
Standard
Not Applicable
Driver Seat Adjustment
6-way electric
Not Officially Disclosed
Passenger Seat Adjustment
6-way electric
Not Officially Disclosed
Seat Trim
Leather
Leatherette
Spec
B30
T6 Single Cab
Climate Control
Dual-zone automatic
Not Officially Disclosed
Power Windows
Standard
Yes
Keyless Entry
Standard
Yes
Push Button Start
Standard
Not Officially Disclosed
Wireless Charging
Standard
Not Officially Disclosed
Sunroof
Optional
Not Officially Disclosed
Electric Tailgate
Standard
Not Officially Disclosed
Rain Sensing Wipers
Standard
Not Officially Disclosed
Boot Space Seats Folded
1496 l
-
AC Type
Dual-zone automatic
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
B30
T6 Single Cab
Infotainment System
BAIC DA head unit with DAB radio
9-inch touchscreen entertainment system
Apple CarPlay
Standard
Yes
Android Auto
Not Officially Disclosed
Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Yes
Number of Speakers
8
2
Digital Instrument Cluster
10.25-inch LCD instrument cluster
Not Officially Disclosed
USB Ports
USB-A front; USB-C front and rear
1
Infotainment Screen
14.6-inch central touchscreen
9-inch
Touchscreen
14.6-inch central touchscreen
9-inch
Spec
B30
T6 Single Cab
LED Headlamps
Standard
No
Daytime Running Lamps
Standard
Not Officially Disclosed
Fog Lamps
Not Available
Rear fog lamps
Roof Rails
Optional
Not Officially Disclosed
Exterior Colour Options
Mint Green, Blue, White, Light Grey, Matte Grey, Grey, Black
Not Officially Disclosed
Headlights
Standard
No
Panoramic Sunroof
Optional
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
B30
T6 Single Cab
Approach Angle
25 deg
29.6 deg
Departure Angle
30 deg
22.4 deg
Wading Depth
450 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Terrain Modes
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Locking Differential
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Breakover Angle
21 deg
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
B30
T6 Single Cab
Tyre Size
235/65 R18
245/65 R17
Front Brake Type
Ventilated disc
Disc
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Drum
Spare Wheel Type
Non-full-size space-saver spare wheel
Steel
Wheel Rim Size
18-inch
17
Handbrake Type
Electric parking brake
Not Officially Disclosed
Towing Unbraked Kg
750 kg
-
Spec
B30
T6 Single Cab
Front Suspension
MacPherson independent suspension
Independent double wishbone with coil springs
Rear Suspension
Multi-link independent suspension
Leaf springs
Spec
B30
T6 Single Cab
CO2 Emissions
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
B30
T6 Single Cab
Service Plan
7 Years / 90 000 km
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
B30
T6 Single Cab
Ownership Role
Private buyer ownership with BAIC South Africa warranty and service support
Current South African light-commercial single-cab derivative
Price Zar
519900 ZAR
314900 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current ex-showroom price
Current official suggested retail price, VAT included
Starting Price
519900
314900
Starting Price Zar
519900
314900
Spec
B30
T6 Single Cab
Warranty
7 Years / 200 000 km; 7-year unlimited-mileage roadside assistance
5 years / 100000 km
In depth: how these cars differ
This B30 and T6 Single Cab 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: B30 59 vs T6 Single Cab 54.
Efficiency index: B30 51 vs T6 Single Cab 66.
Safety-equipment index: B30 92 vs T6 Single Cab 32.
Practicality index: B30 61 vs T6 Single Cab 55.
Ownership-cover index: B30 not separately scored vs T6 Single Cab 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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Evidence / 100
Evidence-index readout
B30 leads by 15 points
B30 holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over T6 Single Cab.
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
B30
Performance
59/100
Efficiency
51/100
Safety
92/100
Practicality
61/100
T6 Single Cab
Performance
54/100
Efficiency
66/100
Safety
32/100
Practicality
55/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexBAIC B30
leads the specification evidence index with 66 pts
vs 51 pts for T6 Single Cab
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, B30 leads. However, T6 Single Cab may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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