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.
Isuzu D-Max Extended Cab vs Foton Tunland V7 Double Cab: the short answer
Tunland V7 Double Cab has a modest catalogue-index lead, while D-Max Extended Cab remains close.
D-Max Extended Cab starts ZAR 189,900 cheaperD-Max Extended Cab from ZAR 500,000 · Tunland V7 Double Cab from ZAR 689,900
Five key differences
Exact selected derivatives
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Specification
D-Max Extended Cab
Tunland V7 Double Cab
Maximum Power
D-Max Extended Cab110 kW @ 3600 rpm
Tunland V7 Double Cab120 kW @ 3600 rpm
Maximum Torque
D-Max Extended Cab350 Nm
Tunland V7 Double Cab450 Nm
Engine Size
D-Max Extended Cab3000 cc
Tunland V7 Double Cab2000 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
D-Max Extended Cab12.7 km/l
Tunland V7 Double Cab11.11 km/l
Ground Clearance
D-Max Extended Cab232 mm
Tunland V7 Double Cab240 mm
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Independent editorial assessment
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Isuzu D-Max Extended Cab
3.0 DDi Extended Cab LSE AT
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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
D-Max Extended Cab
Strengths
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower fuel efficiency
Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:Published Practicality
Specification evidence leader
Tunland V7 Double Cab
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished Efficiency
Which One's Right for You?
D-Max Extended Cab
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Tunland V7 Double 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
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
D-Max Extended Cab
Tunland V7 Double Cab
Model Introduced Year
Current local generation year not confirmed
2025
Generation
Current South African D-Max Extended Cab listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
The current South African V7 is a 5,617 mm double cab with a 3,355 mm wheelbase and rear leaf springs.
Facelift History
Model-year updates can affect trim, wheels, screens, safety equipment and colours. Use the latest South African price list when checking a specific vehicle.
Current South African Tunland V7 range, with no separate facelift identified.
Facelift Launched Since
Original current-generation version
Not Applicable
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Not Applicable
Body Style
Extended Cab pickup
Double-cab pickup
Body Type Cab
Single/extended/double cab as per derivative name
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Color Note
Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering.
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Dealer Stock Note
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
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Gross Combined Mass Kg
6000 kg
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Model Year
MY26
2026
Production Status
active
active
Segment
Pickup
Full-size double-cab bakkie
Tare Mass Kg
1930 kg
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Vehicle Type
Pickup
Light commercial vehicle
Spec
D-Max Extended Cab
Tunland V7 Double Cab
Length
5333 mm
5617 mm
Width
1870 mm
2000 mm
Height
1790 mm
1910 mm
Wheelbase
3125 mm
3355 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
232 mm
240 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
220 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Tank Capacity
76 l
76 l
Boot/Cargo Space
1000 l
Not Officially Disclosed
Kerb Weight
1930 kg
2160 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
3000 kg
3030 kg
Payload Capacity
1005 kg
Not Officially Disclosed
Towing Capacity
3500 kg
3500 kg
Seating Capacity
4 seats
5 seats
Number of Rows
1 rows
2 rows
Doors
2 doors
4 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
12.5 m
Not Officially Disclosed
Front Headroom
1005 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Headroom
900 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Front Legroom
1060 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Legroom
700 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
D-Max Extended Cab
Tunland V7 Double Cab
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
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Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
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Front Suspension
High Mounting
Double-wishbone independent
Rear Suspension
Leaf Spring Overslung
Leaf spring
Front Spring Type
High Mounting
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Rear Spring Type
Leaf Spring Overslung
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Shock Absorber Type
Twintube Gas Pressurised
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Front Suspension Type
High Mounting
Double-wishbone independent
Gross Axle Mass Front Kg
1450 kg
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Gross Axle Mass Rear Kg
1910 kg
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MagneRide Damping
Not Available
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Rear Axle Type
Leaf Spring Overslung
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Rear Suspension Type
Leaf Spring Overslung
Leaf spring
Shock Absorbers
Twintube Gas Pressurised
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Suspension
High Mounting
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Suspension Height
High Ride
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Track Front Rear Mm
1570 / 1570
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Spec
D-Max Extended Cab
Tunland V7 Double Cab
Load Bed Length
1805 mm
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Load Bed Width
1530 mm
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Climate Control
Automatic, Dual Zone
Dual-zone climate control with rear ducting
Power Windows
Not Available
All windows
Keyless Entry
Not Available
Yes
Push Button Start
Not Available
Yes
Wireless Charging
Wireless
Yes
Sunroof
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Automatic Headlamps
LED
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Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Boot Space Seats Folded
Not Applicable
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AC Type
Automatic, Dual Zone
Dual-zone climate control with rear ducting
Adaptive Dampers
Not Available
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Climate Zones
Automatic, Dual Zone
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Front Armrest
Centre console
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Fuel Consumption Combined
7.9
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Performance Data Logger
Not Available
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Rev Matching
Not Available
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Seat Type
Partial Leather
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Side Steps
Std, Black
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Spare Wheel
Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33
Full-size steel wheel
Air Conditioning
Automatic, Dual Zone
Dual-zone climate control with rear ducting
Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
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Centre Console
Standard
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Diff Lock
Not Available
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Difflock
Not Available
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Front Bumper
Body Colour
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Front Diff Lock
Not Available
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Intelligent Battery System
Not Available
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Load Bed Light
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
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Loadbox Depth Mm
490 mm
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Loadbox Length Mm
1805 mm
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Loadbox Rope Hooks
Not Available
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Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
4
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Loadbox Width Mm
1530 mm
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Manual Aircon
Automatic, Dual Zone
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Oil Pan Guard
Standard
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One Pedal Driving
Not Available
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Rear Bumper
Body Colour
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Rear Diff Lock
Not Available
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Rear Electric Motor
Not Available
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Rear Final Drive Ratio
3.727
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Rear Step Bumper
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
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Regenerative Braking Levels
Not Available
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Rim Size
Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33
18-inch alloy wheels
Side Step
Standard/available
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Sonar
Front & Rear
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Sound System
6
6
Source Model Column
3.0 DDI LSE A/T 4X2
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Sport Plus Mode
Not Available
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Tailgate Lock
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
-
Tie Down Hooks
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
-
Tow Bar Type
Bakkie towing support
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Towbar
Std (3.5T)
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TPMS
Standard
Yes
Trailer Hitch
Bakkie towing support
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Trailer Stability Assist
Bakkie towing support
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Trim Level
flagship
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Variant Role
Flagship / premium derivative
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Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
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Vehicle To Load
Not Available
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Water Depth Protection Mm
800 mm
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Spec
D-Max Extended Cab
Tunland V7 Double Cab
Engine
3.0-litre 4JJ3 Turbocharged Diesel
2.0-litre AUCAN Turbocharged Diesel with 48V Mild Hybrid
Engine Code
4JJ3
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
Diesel
Diesel Mild Hybrid
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
48V Mild Hybrid
Engine Displacement
3000 cc
2000 cc
Cylinders
4
Not Officially Disclosed
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves
16
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves per Cylinder
4
Not Officially Disclosed
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Common-rail direct injection
Not Officially Disclosed
Compression Ratio
16.3:1
Not Officially Disclosed
Bore
82.0 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
94.6 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
110 kW @ 3600 rpm
120 kW @ 3600 rpm
Maximum Torque
350 Nm
450 Nm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Type
RWD
Not Officially Disclosed
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
8-Speed Automatic
Top Speed
210 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
0-100 km/h
7.8 sec
Not Officially Disclosed
Quarter Mile
15.5 sec
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Eco, Comfort, Sport
3 selectable modes
Launch Control
No
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
4800 rpm
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
57 kW/tonne
Not Officially Disclosed
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
181.3 Nm/tonne
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Type
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
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 Officially Disclosed
Spec
D-Max Extended Cab
Tunland V7 Double Cab
Gearbox
Automatic
8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain Layout
Not Applicable
Front-engine, rear-wheel drive
LSD Available
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Number of Gears
6
8
Transmission Type
6 Speed Automatic
Automatic
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Gear Shift Type
Automatic
Automatic
Drivetrain
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
4WD Engagement
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Differential Type Front
Not Available
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Differential Type Rear
Not Available
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Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Gear Ratio 1st
3.600
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Gear Ratio 2nd
2.090
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Gear Ratio 3rd
1.488
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Gear Ratio 4th
1.000
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Gear Ratio 5th
0.687
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Gear Ratio 6th
0.580
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Gear Ratio Reverse
3.732
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Gearbox Type
Automatic
Torque-Converter Automatic
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Axle Layout
Not Applicable
4x2
Rear Differential Lock
Standard
Not Officially Disclosed
Transfer Case Guard
Not Available
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Transmission Speeds
6
8
Spec
D-Max Extended Cab
Tunland V7 Double Cab
Claimed Mileage
12.7 km/l
11.11 km/l
City Mileage
10.3 km/l
Not Officially Disclosed
Highway Mileage
14.9 km/l
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Tank Capacity
76 l
76 l
Emission Standard
Not Applicable
Euro 4
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Real-world Mileage
12.7 km/l
11.11 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Tank Litres
76
76
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
D-Max Extended Cab
Tunland V7 Double Cab
Airbags
3
6
ABS
Standard
Yes
Electronic Stability Control
Not Available
Yes
Traction Control
Standard
Yes
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Yes
Hill Start Assist
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Child Safety Lock
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
ISOFIX Mounts
Not Available
Upper and lower child-seat anchors
Brake Assist
Not Available
Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Standard
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
Not Available
Yes
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Front Parking Sensors
Standard
Not Officially Disclosed
AEB
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
BA
Not Available
Yes
Brake Override System
Not Available
Brake priority
Curtain Airbags
Standard
Yes
Driver Airbag
Not Available
Yes
EBD
Standard
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
Not Available
Yes
Hill Hold
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Passenger Airbag
Not Available
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Yes
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Not Available
Yes
Seatbelt Reminder
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Side Airbags
Not Available
Yes
Stability Control
Not Available
Yes
TCS
Standard
Yes
Blind Spot Monitoring
Standard
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Knee Airbag
Driver
Not Officially Disclosed
ABS EBD
Standard
Yes
Front Side Airbags
Standard
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Spec
D-Max Extended Cab
Tunland V7 Double Cab
Cruise Control
Standard
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Blind Spot Monitoring
Standard
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Yes
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Rear
Rear View Camera
Standard
Yes
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
360-degree surround view with dash camera
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Yes
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Yes
Auto Lights
LED
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Auto Wipers
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
EV Mode
Not Available
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Rear Parking Sensors
Standard
Yes
Reverse Camera
Standard
Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Park Assist
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Around View Monitor
Not Available
360-degree surround view with dash camera
Blind Spot Warning
Standard
Yes
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Yes
Parking Distance Sensors
Front & Rear
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Parking Sensor
Front & Rear
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Rear View Camera
Standard
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Reverse Camera Type
Standard
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Reversing Camera
Standard
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Spec
D-Max Extended Cab
Tunland V7 Double Cab
Seat Material
Partial Leather
Synthetic leather
Heated Seats
Not Applicable
Front
Ventilated Seats
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Ambient Lighting
Not Applicable
Yes
Front Armrest
Centre console
-
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
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Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
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Steering Wheel Material
Leather
Not Officially Disclosed
Interior Colour Options
3
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60 40 Split Seat
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Driver Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
10-way electric with 4-way lumbar support
Fabric Seats
Partial Leather
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Passenger Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
4-way electric
Interior Courtesy Lamps
Cabin trim, seating material, screen layout and driver-assistance equipment vary by derivative. Compare the chosen D-Max Extended Cab grade before assuming a feature is included.
5 years / unlimited km; roadside assistance 5 years
Warranty Kilometers
5 years / 120 000 km
5 years / unlimited km; roadside assistance 5 years
Roadside Assistance
5 years / 120 000 km
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Anti-Corrosion Warranty
5 years / unlimited km
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Basic Warranty
5 years / 120 000 km
5 years / unlimited km; roadside assistance 5 years
Roadside Assistance
5 years / 120 000 km
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Warranty
5 years / 120 000 km
5 years / unlimited km; roadside assistance 5 years
Warranty Roadside Assistance
5 years / 120 000 km
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Spec
D-Max Extended Cab
Tunland V7 Double Cab
CO2 Emissions
208 g/km
Not Officially Disclosed
Hybrid System Type
Not Available
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Fuel Octane Requirement
Diesel
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Idle CO2 Output
208
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CO2 Emissions G Km
208
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Spec
D-Max Extended Cab
Tunland V7 Double Cab
Ownership Role
Flagship
Current South African derivative
Price Zar
700760 ZAR
689900 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current listed price
Current South African retail price
Starting Price
700760
689900
Starting Price Zar
700760
689900
In depth: how these cars differ
This D-Max Extended Cab and Tunland V7 Double 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.
Ownership-cover index: D-Max Extended Cab not separately scored vs Tunland V7 Double 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
Tunland V7 Double Cab leads by 10 points
Tunland V7 Double Cab has a modest catalogue-index lead, while D-Max Extended Cab remains close.
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Tunland V7 Double Cab
Performance
65/100
Efficiency
53/100
Safety
89/100
Practicality
84/100
D-Max Extended Cab
Performance
61/100
Efficiency
50/100
Safety
54/100
Practicality
88/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexFoton Tunland V7 Double Cab
leads the specification evidence index with 74 pts
vs 64 pts for D-Max Extended Cab
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Tunland V7 Double Cab leads. However, D-Max Extended Cab may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
Related comparisons
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D-Max Extended Cab vs Tunland V7 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.
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.
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