Suzuki Baleno vs Foton Tunland G7 Double Cab

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.

Suzuki Baleno in South Africa

Suzuki Baleno

1.5 GLX AT Petrol 4-Speed Automatic Current
ZAR 341,900 ex-showroom
⚡ 77 kW 🔧 138 Nm ⛽ 16.1 km/l
VS
Foton Tunland G7 Double Cab in South Africa

Foton Tunland G7 Double Cab

4x4 Limited Auto Diesel 8-Speed Automatic Current
ZAR 599,900 ex-showroom
⚡ 120 kW 🔧 390 Nm
+ Add a 3rd car

Decision summary

Suzuki Baleno vs Foton Tunland G7 Double Cab: 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.

Baleno starts ZAR 130,000 cheaper Baleno from ZAR 269,900 · Tunland G7 Double Cab from ZAR 399,900

Five key differences

Exact selected derivatives
Specification Baleno Tunland G7 Double Cab
Maximum Power Baleno77 kW Tunland G7 Double Cab120 kW
Maximum Torque Baleno138 Nm Tunland G7 Double Cab390 Nm
Engine Size Baleno1462 cc Tunland G7 Double Cab2000 cc
Combined Fuel Economy Baleno16.1 km/l Tunland G7 Double CabNot Officially Disclosed
Ground Clearance Baleno0 mm Tunland G7 Double Cab210 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.

Suzuki Baleno

1.5 GLX AT

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

Foton Tunland G7 Double Cab

4x4 Limited Auto

Hagalu editorial rating
4.3/5

Desk research · Exact variant

Editorial assessment, not a customer rating. Not road-tested for this review.

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Full Specs, Side by Side

Spec Baleno Tunland G7 Double Cab
Model Introduced Year 2026 2024
Generation Current market generation Current 5,340 mm Tunland G7 double cab with a 3,110 mm wheelbase and rear leaf springs.
Facelift History Current market specification Current South African Tunland G7 Double Cab range, with no separate facelift identified.
Facelift Launched Since 2026 Not Applicable
Facelift Version Ending Current Not Applicable
Body Style Hatchback Double-cab pickup
Model Year 2026 2026
Production Status active active
Segment Hatchback One-tonne double-cab bakkie
Vehicle Type Hatchback Light commercial vehicle
Spec Baleno Tunland G7 Double Cab
Length 3990 mm 5340 mm
Width 1745 mm 1940 mm
Height 1500 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase 2520 mm 3110 mm
Ground Clearance (Default) 0 mm 210 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) 150 mm Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 l 76 l
Boot/Cargo Space 318 l Not Officially Disclosed
Kerb Weight 940 kg 2000 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) 1700 kg 2980 kg
Payload Capacity 760 kg Not Officially Disclosed
Towing Capacity 500 kg 3000 kg
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Rows 2 rows 2 rows
Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Minimum Turning Radius 5.2 m Not Officially Disclosed
Front Headroom 1000 mm Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Headroom 950 mm Not Officially Disclosed
Front Legroom 1050 mm Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Legroom 900 mm Not Officially Disclosed

In depth: how these cars differ

This Baleno and Tunland G7 Double Cab 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

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Fail closed

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

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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.

Baleno vs Tunland G7 Double Cab 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.

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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.