GWM Cannon vs Toyota Hilux Xtra 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.

Includes a historical vehicle

Current, upcoming and historical vehicles can be compared side by side. Historical records keep their verified specifications, while price labels show last-listed context rather than current new-car availability.

GWM Cannon Discontinued model
GWM Cannon in South Africa

GWM Cannon

2.0T Double Cab LX 4x4 Diesel 8-Speed Automatic Discontinued model
ZAR 634,900 last listed
Discontinued model Verified historical specifications remain visible for owner and used-car comparisons.
⚡ 110 kW 🔧 480 Nm ⛽ 9.8 km/l
VS
Toyota Hilux Xtra Cab in South Africa

Toyota Hilux Xtra Cab

2.8 GD-6 4X4 RAIDER X 6AT Diesel 6-Speed Automatic Current
ZAR 842,200 ex-showroom
⚡ 150 kW 🔧 500 Nm ⛽ 13.2 km/l
+ Add a 3rd car

Decision summary

GWM Cannon vs Toyota Hilux Xtra Cab: the short answer

Hilux Xtra Cab has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Cannon remains close.

Recorded price context Cannon: last listed from ZAR 484,900 · Hilux Xtra Cab: current from ZAR 506,300

Five key differences

Exact selected derivatives
Specification Cannon Hilux Xtra Cab
Maximum Power Cannon110 kW Hilux Xtra Cab150 kW @ 3000-3400 rpm
Maximum Torque Cannon480 Nm Hilux Xtra Cab500 Nm @ 1600-2800 rpm
Engine Size Cannon1996 cc Hilux Xtra Cab2755 cc
Combined Fuel Economy Cannon9.8 km/l Hilux Xtra Cab13.2 km/l
Ground Clearance Cannon210 mm Hilux Xtra Cab312 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.

GWM Cannon

2.0T Double Cab LX 4x4

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

Toyota Hilux Xtra Cab

2.8 GD-6 4X4 RAIDER X 6AT

Hagalu editorial rating
4.5/5

Desk research · Exact variant

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

Read the review and score breakdown

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)

Cannon

Strengths
  • Nothing stands out clearly here.
Weak Spots
  • Less powerful engine setup
  • Lower fuel efficiency
  • Fewer listed safety features
  • Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to: General Use
Specification evidence leader

Hilux Xtra Cab

Strengths
  • More powerful engine output
  • Better fuel efficiency
  • Stronger listed safety equipment
  • Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
  • No obvious weak spots to flag.
Best suited to: Published Performance Published Efficiency Published Practicality

Which One's Right for You?

Cannon

  • Buyers who prefer this derivative's confirmed specification mix

Hilux Xtra Cab

  • Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
  • Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
  • Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
  • Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures

Full Specs, Side by Side

Archived cars use verified historical spec records. Rows remain comparable; unavailable historical values are shown plainly rather than estimated.

Spec Cannon Hilux Xtra Cab
Chrome Exterior Highlights Yes -
Chrome Grille Yes -
AC Type Yes Dual-zone automatic
12V Accessory Socket Yes -
Active Safety Alert Yes -
Adaptive Dampers No -
Aero Kit No -
Air Conditioning Yes Dual-zone automatic
Auto Dimming Irvm Yes -
Auto Dimming Mirror Yes -
Automatic Headlamps Yes -
Bed Extender No -
Boot Opener Yes -
Boot Space Seats Folded 0 l -
Bottle Holders Yes -
Bull Bar Optional -
Canopy Fitment Compatible -
Centre Console Full-length with storage -
Climate Control Yes Dual-zone automatic
Climate Zones 2 -
Coat Hooks Rear Yes -
Cornering Lights Yes -
Digital Speedometer Yes -
Door Ajar Warning Yes -
Door Sill Trim Aluminium -
Drag Coefficient 0.42 -
Driver Display Multi-Information Display -
Driver Drowsiness Detection Yes -
Electric Folding Mirrors Yes -
Electric Tailgate Yes Not Available
Engine Check Warning Yes -
Engine Start Button Illumination Yes -
Engine Start Stop Yes Standard
Engine Warranty 5 Years / 100,000 km -
Follow Me Home Headlamps Yes -
Follow Me Home Lights Yes -
Front Armrest Yes -
Front Power Outlet Yes -
Front Wipers Type Variable intermittent -
Fuel Consumption Combined 9.8 -
Fuel Lid Opener Yes -
Glove Box Lockable illuminated -
Glovebox Cooling No -
Grab Handles Rear Yes -
Headlamp Height Adjust Yes -
Headlamp Washer No -
Headrest Adjustable Yes -
Headrest Front Adjustable -
Headrest Rear Adjustable -
Heads Up Display Yes -
Heated Mirrors Yes -
Hill Start Assist Yes -
Horn Type Electric -
Impact Sensing Door Unlock Yes -
Intelligent Speed Assist Yes -
Intercooler Yes -
Keyless Entry Yes Smart entry
Load Bed Cover Optional -
Load Bed Length 1505 mm -
Load Bed Light Yes -
Load Bed Steps No -
Load Bed Width 1545 mm -
Loadbox Length Mm 1505 mm -
Loadbox Width Mm 1545 mm -
Locking Diff Rear Yes -
Low Speed Manoeuvring Assist Yes -
Electric Mirror Folding Electric -
Multi Function Steering Yes -
Oil Pressure Warning Yes -
Panoramic Roof Yes Not Available
Pedal Covers Aluminium-style -
Performance Data Logger No -
Power Mirrors Yes -
Power Windows Yes Standard
Powered Tailgate Yes -
Prop Shaft Two-piece -
Puddle Lights Yes -
Push Button Start Yes Standard
Push Button Start Yes Standard
Rain Sensing Wipers Yes Not Available
Reading Lights Front Yes -
Reading Lights Rear Yes -
Rear Air Conditioning No -
Rear Defogger Yes -
Rear Reading Lamps Yes -
Rear Seat Split No -
Rear Step Bumper Yes -
Rear Window Defroster Yes -
Rear Wing No -
Remote Central Locking Yes -
Remote Engine Start No -
Remote Side Mirror Yes -
Remote Start No -
Rev Counter Yes -
Rev Matching No -
Ride Mode Selection Yes -
Roof Antenna Mast Antenna -
Roof Load 120 kg -
Driver Seat Height Adjustment Yes -
Seat Type Bucket Seat -
Seatbelt Pre Tensioner Yes -
Service Reminder Yes -
Side Steps Yes -
Skid Plates Yes -
Spare Wheel Yes Full-size
Speed Alert System Yes -
Speed Limiter Yes -
Stabilizer Bar Yes -
Stabilizer Bar Rear Yes -
Steering Mounted Controls Yes -
Steering Response Progressive -
Sunroof Yes Not Available
Sunvisors Dual with vanity mirrors -
Surround View Monitor Yes Standard
Tachometer Yes -
Tail Lamps Yes -
Tailgate Damper Yes -
Tailgate Lock Yes -
Temperature Gauge Yes -
Tie Down Hooks Yes -
Tow Bar Type Receiver hitch compatible -
TPMS Yes Standard
Trailer Stability Assist Yes -
Trailer Sway Control Yes -
Trip Computer Yes -
Tyre Repair Kit No -
Vanity Mirror Yes -
Vanity Mirror Illuminated Yes -
Voice Command Yes -
Voice Command Support Yes -
Welcome Lighting Yes -
Wireless Charging Yes Standard
Boot Space Seats Folded 0 l -
Rim Size 18 18-inch alloy
Engine Start Stop Button Yes Standard
Unlocking Yes Smart entry
Wireless Charger Yes Standard
Sound System 9 8 speakers
Spec Cannon Hilux Xtra Cab
Chrome Exterior Finish Yes -
Alloy Wheel Design Multi-Spoke Alloy -
Auto Headlights Yes -
Body Cladding Yes -
Body Type Pickup -
Daytime Running Lamps Yes Standard
Daytime Running Lights Yes Standard
Door Handle Finish Body Coloured -
DRL Yes Standard
Exterior Colour Options 5 Glacier White, Platinum White Pearl, Chromium Silver, Arizona Red, Attitude Black, Ash Grey, Desert Gold Metallic, Oxide Bronze
Exterior Colour Options 6 -
Fog Lamps Yes LED
Fog Lights Yes -
Front Fog Lights Yes -
Front Overhang 980 mm -
Headlight Type Yes Standard
LED Headlamps Yes Standard
Led Headlights Yes Standard
Led Taillights Yes -
Load Bed Liner Optional -
Wing Mirror Type Electric Adjustable -
Rear Fog Lights Yes -
Rear Overhang 1160 mm -
Rear Wiper No -
Roof Rails Yes Not Available
Roof Type Metal Roof -
Rear Spoiler No -
Headlamps Yes Standard
Headlights Yes Standard
Front Fog Lamps Yes LED
Exterior Mirror Electric Yes -
Panoramic Sunroof Panoramic sunroof Not Available

In depth: how these cars differ

This Cannon and Hilux Xtra 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: Cannon 61 vs Hilux Xtra Cab 74.

Efficiency index: Cannon 41 vs Hilux Xtra Cab 52.

Safety-equipment index: Cannon 94 vs Hilux Xtra Cab 98.

Practicality index: Cannon 80 vs Hilux Xtra Cab 81.

Ownership-cover index: Cannon 65 vs Hilux Xtra 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.

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

Hilux Xtra Cab leads by 8 points

Hilux Xtra Cab has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Cannon remains close.

Evidence leader 78 /100
Lead 8 points
Data 82% source coverage
78
#1 Evidence leader

Hilux Xtra Cab

82% source coverage 3 strong categories
Best at Safety 98 Check Efficiency 52
Performance 74
Efficiency 52
Safety 98
Practicality 81
Leads by 8 points
70
#2

Cannon

100% source coverage 2 strong categories
Best at Safety 94 Check Efficiency 41
Performance 61
Efficiency 41
Safety 94
Practicality 80
Ownership 65
Performance 24% Safety 22% Practicality 22% Efficiency 17% Ownership 15%
Category leaders What moves the verdict
Performance Hilux Xtra Cab +13 Efficiency Hilux Xtra Cab +11 Safety Hilux Xtra Cab +4 Practicality Hilux Xtra Cab +1

Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.

Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader

Hilux Xtra Cab

Performance 74/100
Efficiency 52/100
Safety 98/100
Practicality 81/100

Cannon

Performance 61/100
Efficiency 41/100
Safety 94/100
Practicality 80/100
Ownership 65/100

What the evidence means

Evidence index Toyota Hilux Xtra Cab leads the specification evidence index with 78 pts vs 70 pts for Cannon

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

Cannon vs Hilux Xtra 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.

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.