Dongfeng BOX vs KIA K2500
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.
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Dongfeng BOX
BOX E3 430
Electric
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
Current
ZAR 449,900
ex-showroom
⚡ 70 kW
🔧 160 Nm
⛽ 0 km/l
VS
KIA K2500
2.5TD Tipper
Diesel
5-Speed Manual
Current
ZAR 460,995
ex-showroom
⚡ 70 kW
🔧 225 Nm
⛽ 9.5 km/l
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Add a 3rd car
Decision summary
Dongfeng BOX vs KIA K2500: the short answer
BOX holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over K2500.
BOX starts ZAR 25,095 cheaper
BOX from ZAR 399,900 · K2500 from ZAR 424,995
Five key differences
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| Specification | BOX | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | BOX70 kW | K250070 kW @ 3600 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | BOX160 Nm | K2500225 Nm @ 1500 rpm |
| Engine Size | BOXNot Applicable | K25002498 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | BOX0 km/l | K25009.5 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | BOX0 mm | K2500195 mm |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Independent editorial assessment
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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.
KIA K2500
2.5TD Tipper
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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Specification evidence leader
BOX
Strengths
- Better fuel efficiency
- Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
- Less powerful engine setup
- Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:
Published Efficiency
K2500
Strengths
- More powerful engine output
- Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
- Lower fuel efficiency
- Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:
Published Performance
Published Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
BOX
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
- Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
K2500
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
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| Spec | BOX | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2026 | 2000 |
| Generation | Current South African generation | Long-running commercial truck; second generation with D4BH engine |
| Facelift History | Current launch specification | Updated periodically; current specification ongoing production |
| Facelift Launched Since | 2026 | Original current-generation version |
| Facelift Version Ending | Current | Current |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Van |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Production Status | Active | active |
| Segment | Electric city hatchback | Van |
| Vehicle Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Color Note | - | White (standard fleet specification) |
| Dealer Stock Note | - | Top grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Tare Mass Kg | - | 1980 kg |
| Spec | BOX | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4020 mm | 5160 mm |
| Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Height | 1570 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2663 mm | 2890 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 0 mm | 195 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | 140 mm | 145 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 0 l | 75 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 326 l | 3000 l |
| Kerb Weight | 1370 kg | 1980 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 1820 kg | 3500 kg |
| Payload Capacity | 450 kg | 1000 kg |
| Towing Capacity | 750 kg | 1400 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Rows | 2 rows | 1 rows |
| Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 5.8 m | 12.5 m |
| Front Headroom | 1000 mm | 1010 mm |
| Rear Headroom | 950 mm | Not Applicable |
| Front Legroom | 1050 mm | 1040 mm |
| Rear Legroom | 900 mm | Not Applicable |
| Spec | BOX | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Permanent-magnet synchronous motor | 2.5-litre Turbocharged Diesel |
| Engine Code | Not Applicable | J2T |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Diesel |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | Not Applicable | 2498 cc |
| Cylinders | Not Applicable | 4 |
| Cylinder Layout | Not Applicable | Inline |
| Valves | Not Applicable | 8 |
| Valves per Cylinder | Not Applicable | 2 |
| Aspiration | Not Applicable | Turbocharged |
| Fuel System | Not Applicable | Direct Injection Turbodiesel |
| Compression Ratio | Not Applicable | 18.0:1 |
| Bore | Not Applicable | 91 mm |
| Stroke | Not Applicable | 96 mm |
| Maximum Power | 70 kW | 70 kW @ 3600 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 160 Nm | 225 Nm @ 1500 rpm |
| Combined Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Combined Torque | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Motor Type | Permanent-magnet synchronous motor | Not Applicable |
| Number of Motors | 1 | Not Applicable |
| Motor Location | Front | Not Applicable |
| Drive Type | FWD | RWD |
| Transmission | Single-Speed Reduction Gear | 5-Speed Manual |
| Top Speed | 140 km/h | 140 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 10.6 sec | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | Yes | No |
| Launch Control | No | No |
| Rev Limiter | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 35.4 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 113.6 Nm/tonne |
| Battery Capacity | 42.3 kWh | Not Applicable |
| Usable Battery Capacity | 40.2 kWh | Not Applicable |
| Battery Type | Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) | Not Applicable |
| Battery Voltage | 400 V | Not Applicable |
| Electric Range | 430 km | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Power | 11 kW | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Power | 60 kW | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Time | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Time | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes | Not Applicable |
| Spec | BOX | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | Single-speed reduction gear | 5-Speed Manual |
| Drivetrain Layout | FWD | RWD |
| LSD Available | No | No |
| Transfer Case | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Differential Lock | No | No |
| Paddle Shifters | Not Applicable | No |
| Final Drive Ratio | Not Applicable | 4.30 |
| Number of Gears | 1 | 5 |
| Transmission Type | Single-speed reduction gear | Manual Transmission |
| Clutch Type | Not Applicable | Single Dry Disc |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Yes | Yes |
| Gear Shift Type | Electronic shift-by-wire | Manual |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
| 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 Applicable | No |
| Front Differential Lock | No | Not Applicable |
| Gearbox Type | Single-speed reduction gear | 5-Speed Manual |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Axle Layout | Front driven axle | RWD |
| Rear Differential Lock | No | Not Applicable |
| Transmission Speeds | 1 | 5 |
| Engine Position | - | Front Transverse |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | - | 15.2:1 |
| Differential Type Front | - | Not Available |
| Differential Type Rear | - | Not Available |
| Transfer Case Guard | - | Not Available |
| Spec | BOX | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 0 km/l | 9.5 km/l |
| City Mileage | 0 km/l | 8.0 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | 0 km/l | 11.1 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 0 l | 75 l |
| Emission Standard | Zero tailpipe emissions | Euro 3 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | 0 l | No |
| Auto Start Stop | Not Applicable | No |
| Real-world Mileage | 0 km/l | 9.5 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | CCS2 / Type 2 | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | DC fast charging | AC charging | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 0 | 75 |
| Combined Driving Range | 430 | Not Applicable |
| Electric Consumption | 9.8 | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Highway | 322 km | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Mixed | 366 km | Not Applicable |
| Low Fuel Warning | - | Yes |
| Spec | BOX | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 6 | 0 |
| ABS | Yes | No |
| Electronic Stability Control | Yes | No |
| Traction Control | Yes | No |
| Hill Descent Control | No | Not Available |
| Hill Start Assist | Yes | No |
| Child Safety Lock | Yes | No |
| ISOFIX Mounts | Yes | No |
| Brake Assist | Yes | No |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Yes | No |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Yes |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Yes | Yes |
| Front Parking Sensors | Yes | No |
| AEB | No | No |
| BA | Yes | No |
| Brake Override System | Yes | Yes |
| Curtain Airbags | Yes | No |
| Driver Airbag | Yes | No |
| EBD | Yes | No |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold | Yes | No |
| Passenger Airbag | Yes | No |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | No | No |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Yes | Yes |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Yes | Yes |
| Side Airbags | Yes | No |
| Stability Control | Yes | No |
| TCS | Yes | No |
| Knee Airbag | No | No |
| ABS EBD | Yes | No |
| Alarm System | - | No |
| Central Locking | - | Yes |
| Side Impact Beams | - | Yes |
| Speed Alert System | - | Yes |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | - | No |
| Whiplash Protection | - | No |
| Lane Change Warning | - | No |
| Fatigue Detection | - | No |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | - | No |
| Anti Theft Alarm | - | No |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | - | 0 |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | - | 0 |
| ESC With Traction Control | - | No |
| Spec | BOX | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Cruise control | No |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | No | No |
| Lane Keep Assist | No | No |
| Lane Departure Warning | No | No |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Yes | No |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | No | No |
| Parking Sensors | Front and rear | No |
| Rear View Camera | Yes | No |
| 360 Degree Camera | No | No |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | No | No |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | No | No |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | No | No |
| Auto Highbeam | Yes | No |
| Auto Wipers | Yes | No |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | No |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | No |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | No | No |
| Park Assist | No | No |
| Around View Monitor | No | No |
| Blind Spot Warning | Yes | No |
| Forward Collision Warning | No | No |
| Auto Lights | - | No |
| Eco Mode | - | No |
| EV Mode | - | No |
| Sport Mode | - | No |
| Emergency Braking | - | No |
| Front Camera | - | No |
| Parking Distance Sensors | - | No |
| Parking Sensor | - | No |
| Automatic High Beam | - | No |
| Pre-Collision System | - | No |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | - | No |
| Rear View Camera | - | No |
| Reverse Camera Type | - | No |
| Reversing Camera | - | No |
| Surround View Camera | No | No |
| Spec | BOX | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Synthetic leather | Vinyl |
| Heated Seats | No | No |
| Ventilated Seats | No | No |
| Ambient Lighting | Yes | No |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather | Urethane |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Yes | No |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Electric adjustment | 2-Way Manual |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | Electric adjustment | 2-Way Manual |
| Seat Trim | Synthetic leather | Vinyl |
| Seat Adjustment | - | 2-Way Manual |
| Steering Type | - | Yes |
| Steering Adjustment | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Folding Rear Seats | - | No |
| Front Armrest | - | No |
| Rear Armrest | - | No |
| Front Shoulder Room | - | 1405 mm |
| Rear Shoulder Room | - | 1350 mm |
| Cup Holders | - | 2 |
| Rear AC Vents | - | No |
| Rear USB Ports | - | No |
| Instrument Cluster Type | - | Analogue |
| Interior Colour Options | - | Grey |
| Driver Lumbar Support | - | No |
| Door Map Pockets | - | Yes |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | - | 2-Way Manual |
| Adjustable Front Seat | - | 2-Way Manual |
| Cooled Seats | - | No |
| Fabric Seats | - | No |
| Front Headrest | - | Adjustable |
| Leather Seats | - | No |
| Memory Seats | - | No |
| Rear Headrest | - | No |
| Armrest Front | - | No |
| Armrest Rear | - | No |
| Driver Seat | - | 2-Way Manual |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | - | Commercial cab, driver and passenger seating, basic instrumentation, air conditioning (Aircon variant), manual controls |
| Interior Trim Colour | - | Grey |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | - | Vinyl |
| Interior Colours | - | Grey |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | - | No |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | - | No |
| Seat Belt Warning | - | Yes |
| Seat Fold Type | - | No |
| Spec | BOX | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Climate Control | Automatic climate control | No |
| Power Windows | Yes | No |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | No |
| Push Button Start | Yes | No |
| Wireless Charging | Yes | No |
| Sunroof | No | No |
| Electric Tailgate | No | No |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Yes | No |
| AC Type | Automatic climate control | No |
| Load Bed Length | - | 2200 mm |
| Load Bed Width | - | 1600 mm |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | No |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | - | No |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | Not Applicable |
| Rear Window Defroster | - | No |
| Electric Mirror Folding | - | No |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | - | No |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | - | No |
| 12V Accessory Socket | - | Yes |
| Speed Limiter | - | Yes |
| Adaptive Dampers | - | No |
| Aero Kit | - | No |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | - | No |
| Boot Opener | - | Manual |
| Chrome Exterior Highlights | - | No |
| Chrome Grille | - | No |
| Climate Zones | - | 1 |
| Door Ajar Warning | - | Yes |
| Drag Coefficient | - | 0.46 |
| Driver Display | - | Analogue Cluster |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | - | No |
| Engine Check Warning | - | Yes |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | - | No |
| Engine Start Stop | Yes | No |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Yes | No |
| Engine Warranty | - | 5 Years / 150,000 km |
| Front Armrest | - | No |
| Front Power Outlet | - | No |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | - | 10.5 |
| Fuel Lid Opener | - | Manual |
| Glovebox Cooling | - | No |
| Headlamp Height Adjust | - | Yes |
| Headlamp Washer | - | No |
| Headrest Adjustable | - | Yes |
| Heads Up Display | - | No |
| Hill Start Assist | - | No |
| Impact Sensing Door Unlock | - | Yes |
| Intercooler | - | Yes |
| Multi Function Steering | - | No |
| Panoramic Roof | No | No |
| Performance Data Logger | - | No |
| Power Mirrors | - | No |
| Push Button Start | Yes | No |
| Rear Defogger | - | No |
| Rear Reading Lamps | - | No |
| Rear Seat Split | - | No |
| Rear Wing | - | No |
| Remote Engine Start | - | No |
| Rev Matching | - | No |
| Ride Mode Selection | - | No |
| Roof Antenna | - | Yes |
| Seat Type | - | Vinyl Seats |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | - | Yes |
| Service Reminder | - | Yes |
| Side Steps | - | No |
| Skid Plates | - | No |
| Spare Wheel | Tyre repair kit | Full-Size Spare |
| Speed Alert System | - | No |
| Stabilizer Bar | - | Yes |
| Steering Mounted Controls | - | No |
| Steering Response | - | Normal |
| Tachometer | - | Yes |
| Tail Lamps | - | No |
| Telescopic Steering | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Tilt Steering | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Trip Computer | - | Yes |
| Tyre Repair Kit | - | No |
| Vanity Mirror | - | No |
| Voice Command | - | No |
| Voice Command Support | - | No |
| Air Conditioning | Automatic climate control | No |
| Automatic High Beam | - | No |
| Battery Preconditioning | - | Not Available |
| Bed Extender | - | Not Available |
| Bottle Holders | - | 2 |
| Canopy Fitment | - | Not Available |
| Centre Console | - | No |
| Common Rail Injection | - | Direct Injection Turbodiesel |
| Diff Lock | - | No |
| Difflock | - | No |
| Digital Speedometer | - | No |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | - | No |
| Front Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Front Wiper | - | No |
| Front Wipers Type | - | No |
| Glove Box | - | Yes |
| Heated Mirrors | - | No |
| Intelligent Battery System | - | Not Available |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | - | No |
| Lift Gate | - | No |
| Load Bed Cover | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Light | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Steps | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Length Mm | - | 2200 mm |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Width Mm | - | 1600 mm |
| Manual Aircon | - | No |
| Mirror | - | Manual |
| One Pedal Driving | - | Not Available |
| Passive Entry Start | - | No |
| Power Socket 12v | - | Yes |
| Powered Tailgate | - | No |
| Reading Lights Rear | - | No |
| Rear Air Conditioning | - | No |
| Rear Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Rear Electric Motor | - | Not Available |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | - | No |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | - | No |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | - | Not Available |
| Remote Central Locking | - | Yes |
| Remote Side Mirror | - | No |
| Remote Start | - | No |
| Rim Size | 17 | 195R15C |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | - | No |
| Side Impact Bars | - | Yes |
| Sonar | - | No |
| Sound System | 6 | 2 |
| Source Model Column | - | k2500 |
| Sport Plus Mode | - | Not Available |
| Sports Bar | - | Not Available |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | - | Yes |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | - | No |
| Steering Column Adjustment | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Sub Frame | - | Body-on-Frame |
| Surround View Monitor | No | No |
| Tailgate Damper | - | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | - | Not Available |
| Tow Bar Type | - | Not Available |
| TPMS | Yes | No |
| Trim Level | - | top |
| Unlocking | Yes | No |
| Vanity Mirror Illuminated | - | No |
| Variant Role | - | Commercial utility derivative |
| Vdc | - | No |
| Vehicle To Grid | - | Not Available |
| Vehicle To Load | - | Not Available |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | - | No |
| Walk Away Lock | - | No |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | No |
| Spec | BOX | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | Touchscreen infotainment system | 0-inch Touchscreen |
| Apple CarPlay | Wireless Apple CarPlay | No |
| Android Auto | Wireless Android Auto | No |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Yes | No |
| Number of Speakers | 6 | 2 |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | Digital instrument cluster | No |
| USB Ports | USB-A | USB-C | 0 |
| Infotainment Screen | 12.8 | 0 |
| Touchscreen | 12.8 | 0 |
| Navigation System | - | No |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Wireless Apple CarPlay | No |
| Wireless Android Auto | Wireless Android Auto | No |
| FM Radio | - | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | No |
| Voice Recognition | - | No |
| AUX Input | - | No |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 12.8 | 0 |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | - | No |
| Audio Controls On Steering | - | No |
| Infotainment Display | - | 0 |
| Rear Usb | - | No |
| Premium Audio | - | No |
| Audio | - | Yes |
| Audio Speakers | 6 | 2 |
| Audio System | - | Yes |
| Display Audio | - | 0-inch Touchscreen |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | - | 0 |
| Head Up Display | - | No |
| Multi Information Display | - | Analogue |
| Connected Services | - | No |
| Voice Control | - | No |
| Smartphone Connectivity | - | No |
| Radio | - | Yes |
| Spec | BOX | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | Yes | No |
| Daytime Running Lamps | LED | Yes |
| Fog Lamps | LED | No |
| Roof Rails | No | No |
| Exterior Colour Options | Multiple Dongfeng factory exterior colours | White |
| Headlights | Yes | No |
| Panoramic Sunroof | No | No |
| Alloy Wheel Design | - | Steel |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | - | No |
| Body Cladding | - | No |
| Rear Spoiler | - | No |
| Roof Type | - | Cab |
| Wing Mirror Type | - | Manual |
| Rear Wiper | - | No |
| Door Handle Finish | - | Metal |
| Body Type | - | Tipper Truck |
| DRL | LED | Yes |
| Fog Lights | - | No |
| Front Fog Lights | - | No |
| Led Headlights | Yes | No |
| Led Taillights | - | No |
| Rear Fog Lights | - | No |
| Front Overhang | - | 870 mm |
| Rear Overhang | - | 1400 mm |
| Auto Headlights | - | No |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | No |
| Daytime Running Lights | LED | Yes |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | - | Cab |
| Exterior Colour Options | - | 1 |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | - | Metal |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | - | No |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | - | No |
| Front Fog Lamps | LED | No |
| Headlamp Levelling | - | No |
| Headlamps | Yes | No |
| Headlight Type | Yes | No |
| Load Bed Liner | - | Not Available |
| Active Exhaust | - | Not Available |
| Rear Spoiler | - | No |
| Spec | BOX | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | Not Applicable | 25 deg |
| Departure Angle | Not Applicable | 17 deg |
| Wading Depth | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| Terrain Modes | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| Locking Differential | No | No |
| 4WD System Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Breakover Angle | Not Applicable | 15 deg |
| Underbody Protection | - | No |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | - | 15 deg |
| Recovery Hooks | - | Yes |
| Hill Descent Control | No | Not Available |
| Ramp-over Angle | - | 19 deg |
| Approach Angle Deg | - | 25 deg |
| Departure Angle Deg | - | 17 deg |
| Energy Recovery Display | - | Not Available |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | - | Not Available |
| Ground Clearance Max | - | 195 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | - | 195 mm |
| Off Road Descent Control | - | Not Available |
| Off Road Traction Assist | - | Not Available |
| Crawl Control | - | Not Available |
| Rear Skid Plate Guard | - | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Fuel Tank | - | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Transfer Case | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Mud | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Normal | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Rock | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Sand | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Snow | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Response System | - | Not Available |
| Underbody Camera | - | Not Available |
| Spec | BOX | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 215/55 R17 | 195R15C |
| Front Brake Type | Ventilated disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc | Drum |
| Spare Wheel Type | Tyre repair kit | Full-Size Spare |
| Wheel Rim Size | 17 | 195R15C |
| Handbrake Type | Electronic parking brake | Manual |
| Wheel Type | - | Steel |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | - | 300 mm |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | - | 276 mm |
| Parking Brake Type | - | Manual |
| Tyre Load Index | - | 116 |
| Tyre Speed Rating | - | L |
| Brake Type Front | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Brake Type Rear | - | Drum |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre repair kit | Full-Size Spare |
| Tyre Type | - | Radial |
| Front Tyre Width | - | 195 mm |
| Rear Tyre Width | - | 195 mm |
| Wheel Diameter | 17 | 195R15C |
| Auto Brake Hold | - | Manual |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | - | No |
| Brakes | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Cornering Brake Control | - | No |
| Electric Park Brake | - | Manual |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | - | No |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | - | Not Available |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | - | No |
| Leather Steering Wheel | - | Urethane |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | - | Full-Size Spare |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | No |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | - | No |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | - | No |
| Steering Wheel Trim | - | Urethane |
| Tyre Pressure Display | - | No |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Yes | No |
| Wheel Material | - | Steel |
| Wheel Size Type | - | 195R15C |
| Wheels | - | Steel |
| Spec | BOX | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut | Independent Double Wishbone |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion beam | Rigid Axle Leaf Spring |
| Front Track Width | - | 1530 mm |
| Rear Track Width | - | 1580 mm |
| Chassis Type | - | Body-on-Frame |
| Power Steering | - | Yes |
| Steering Column | - | Adjustable |
| Front Spring Type | - | Coil Spring |
| Rear Spring Type | - | Leaf Spring |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | - | Yes |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | - | No |
| Shock Absorber Type | - | Telescopic |
| Chassis Material | - | Body-on-Frame |
| Front Suspension Type | MacPherson strut | Independent Double Wishbone |
| MagneRide Damping | - | Not Available |
| Rear Axle Type | - | Rigid Axle Leaf Spring |
| Rear Suspension Type | Torsion beam | Rigid Axle Leaf Spring |
| Shock Absorbers | - | Telescopic |
| Suspension | - | Independent Double Wishbone |
| Spec | BOX | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 0 g/km | 275 g/km |
| Start Stop System | - | No |
| Hybrid System Type | - | Not Available |
| Noise Level | - | 78 dB |
| Variable Valve Timing | - | No |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | - | B7 Diesel |
| Particulate Filter | - | DPF |
| Euro Emission Standard | - | Euro 3 |
| Idle CO2 Output | - | 289 |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | - | No |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | - | 275 |
| Spec | BOX | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Service Plan | 5 Years / 90000 km | 1 Year / 15,000 km |
| Service Interval | - | 7500 |
| Approx Service Cost | - | R2,000 per service |
| Battery Warranty | - | 5 Years / 150,000 km |
| Maintenance Plan | - | 1 Year / 15,000 km |
| Engine Oil Capacity | - | 8.0 l |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | - | 7500 |
| First Service At | - | 7500 |
| Service Plan Duration | 5 Years / 90000 km | 1 Year / 15,000 km |
| Service Plan Distance | 5 Years / 90000 km | 1 Year / 15,000 km |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | - | Yes |
| Alternator | - | Yes |
| Service Intervals | - | 7500 |
| Spec | BOX | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Dongfeng South Africa ownership programme | Top |
| Price Zar | 449900 ZAR | 460995 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | South African retail / indicative price reference | Current listed price |
| Starting Price | 449900 | 460995 |
| Starting Price Zar | 449900 | 460995 |
| Spec | BOX | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty | 5 Years / 150000 km | 5 Years / 150,000 km |
| Warranty Years | 5 Years / 150000 km | 5 Years / 150,000 km |
| Warranty Kilometers | 5 Years / 150000 km | 5 Years / 150,000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | - | 3 Years |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | - | 3 Years |
| Basic Warranty | 5 Years / 150000 km | 5 Years / 150,000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | - | 3 Years |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | - | 3 Years |
| Spec | BOX | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | - | 6.8 l/100km |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | - | 8.8 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | - | 10.0 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | - | 11.7 l/100km |
In depth: how these cars differ
This BOX and K2500 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: BOX 36 vs K2500 41.
Efficiency index: BOX 90 vs K2500 40.
Safety-equipment index: BOX 70 vs K2500 0.
Practicality index: BOX 47 vs K2500 71.
Ownership-cover index: BOX not separately scored vs K2500 49.
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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Dongfeng BOX
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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-index readout
BOX leads by 18 points
BOX holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over K2500.
Evidence leader
58
/100
Lead
18
points
Data
64%
source coverage
58
#1
Evidence leader
BOX
64% source coverage
2 strong categories
Best at
Efficiency 90
Check
Performance 36
Performance
36
Efficiency
90
Safety
70
Practicality
47
Leads by 18 points
40
#2
K2500
84% source coverage
1 strong categories
Best at
Practicality 71
Check
Safety 0
Performance
41
Efficiency
40
Safety
0
Practicality
71
Ownership
49
Performance 24%
Safety 22%
Practicality 22%
Efficiency 17%
Ownership 15%
Category leaders
What moves the verdict
Performance
K2500 +5
Efficiency
BOX +50
Safety
BOX +70
Practicality
K2500 +24
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
BOX
Performance
36/100
Efficiency
90/100
Safety
70/100
Practicality
47/100
K2500
Performance
41/100
Efficiency
40/100
Safety
0/100
Practicality
71/100
Ownership
49/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
Dongfeng BOX
leads the specification evidence index with 58 pts
vs 40 pts for K2500
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, BOX leads. However, K2500 may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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BOX vs K2500 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.