A proper head-to-head in South Africa — we cover price, performance,
petrol economy, safety and what it'll actually cost you to own each one long term.
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.
2.0T Double Cab LX 4x4Diesel8-Speed AutomaticDiscontinued model
ZAR 599,900last listed
Discontinued modelVerified historical specifications remain visible for owner and used-car comparisons.
⚡ 110 kW🔧 480 Nm⛽ 9.8 km/l
＋Add a 3rd car
At a Glance — Who Wins What
⚡PerformanceD-Max Single Cab
⛽Fuel EconomyD-Max Single Cab
🛡SafetyP Series
📦PracticalityP Series
🔑OwnershipP Series
Recorded price context
D-Max Single Cab:
current from
ZAR 373,750
·
P Series:
last listed from
ZAR 444,900
Key Specs Side by Side
The specs that matter most — highlighted where one car leads.
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
P Series
Maximum Power
110 kW @ 3600 rpm
110 kW
Maximum Torque
350 Nm
480 Nm
Engine Size
1900 cc
1996 cc
Claimed Mileage
14.1 km/l
9.8 km/l
Ground Clearance
227 mm
210 mm
Boot / Load Bay
-
Not confirmed
Airbags
Passenger
6
Kerb Weight
1810 kg
1985 kg
Seating Capacity
-
Not confirmed
Warranty
5 years / 120 000 km
5 Years / 100,000 km
= leads in this spec
Archived models stay fully comparable. Verified specs remain visible; historical fields that were not source-confirmed are marked Not confirmed instead of being guessed.
The Bottom Line
P Series has a slight advantage, but D-Max Single Cab remains highly competitive.
Where They Actually Differ
Performance
D-Max Single Cab
+1 pts
Efficiency
D-Max Single Cab
+15 pts
Safety
P Series
+38 pts
Practicality
P Series
+17 pts
Ownership
P Series
+17 pts
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
D-Max Single Cab
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Better fuel efficiency
Weak Spots
Less comprehensive safety features
Less practical in daily usage
Shorter warranty coverage
Best suited to:Highway DrivingFuel Efficiency
🏆 Overall Winner
P Series
Strengths
Stronger safety package
More practical for daily use
Better long-term ownership value
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower fuel efficiency
Best suited to:Family Usage
Which One's Right for You?
D-Max Single Cab
Drivers who prioritise strong highway performance and overtaking power
Buyers looking for better fuel efficiency
P Series
Families prioritising stronger safety equipment
Large families needing more practicality and usability
Long-term owners valuing warranty and ownership peace of mind
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
D-Max Single Cab
P Series
Model Introduced Year
Current local generation year not confirmed
2020
Generation
Current South African D-Max Single Cab listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
The P Series sold in South Africa is the first generation marketed under the GWM banner locally, derived from Great Wall's POER platform launched in China in 2019. Local specification differs from the Chinese-market POER in suspension calibration (firmer for higher payload), 4x4 system tuning (greater bias to load-carrying durability over technical off-road performance) and trim levels (the South African range is more equipment-loaded than the domestic Chinese equivalent at the same price point).
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.
Since its 2020 South African launch, the P Series has received two notable updates. A 2022 mid-cycle refresh introduced the larger 10.25-inch infotainment screen on LS and above, updated driver-assistance calibration to reduce false lane-departure alerts on SA rural roads, and added wireless Apple CarPlay on the LT and LX. A 2024 specification update added the 360-degree camera as standard on LT trim, upgraded the rear-camera resolution across the range and revised the suspension damping after South African dealer feedback noted the original tune was firmer than ideal on Eastern Cape gravel.
Facelift Launched Since
Original current-generation version
2024
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Not confirmed
Body Style
Single Cab pickup
Not confirmed
Body Type Cab
Single/extended/double cab as per derivative name
Double Cab
Color Note
Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering.
Not confirmed
Dealer Stock Note
Top grade in the South Africa lineup
Not confirmed
Drivetrain Note
Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 1.9 DDi Single Cab 4x4 HR L MT
Not confirmed
Model Year
MY26
Not confirmed
Production Status
published
Not confirmed
Segment
Pickup
Not confirmed
Vehicle Type
Pickup
Not confirmed
Gross Combined Mass Kg
5000 kg
Not confirmed
Tare Mass Kg
1810 kg
1985 kg
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
P Series
Drivetrain Layout
4WD / AWD
Front Engine Rear Wheel Drive
LSD Available
Not Applicable
No
Transfer Case
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Yes
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Yes
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
No
Gearbox
Manual
8-Speed Automatic
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
3.54
Number of Gears
6
8
Transmission Type
6 Speed Manual
Automatic
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
Yes
Drivetrain
4WD / AWD
4x4 AWD
4WD Engagement
Available
Electronic rotary dial
4WD Hi Range
Available
Yes
4WD Lo Range
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
Yes
4WD Selector
Standard
Not confirmed
Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Drive Mode Selector
4WD/off-road drive mode support
Not confirmed
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Gear Ratio 1st
4.942
Not confirmed
Gear Ratio 2nd
2.686
Not confirmed
Gear Ratio 3rd
1.527
Not confirmed
Gear Ratio 4th
1.000
Not confirmed
Gear Ratio 5th
0.749
Not confirmed
Gear Ratio 6th
0.634
Not confirmed
Gear Ratio Reverse
4.597
Not confirmed
Gearbox Type
Manual
Automatic
Low Range Ratio
2.482
Not confirmed
Low Range
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
Not confirmed
Axle Layout
4WD / AWD
Not confirmed
Rear Differential Lock
Standard
Not confirmed
Transfer Case Guard
Standard
Not confirmed
Transmission Speeds
6
8
Gear Shift Type
Manual
Automatic
Engine Position
-
Front Longitudinal
Steering Turns Lock to Lock
-
16.5:1
Differential Type Front
-
Open
Differential Type Rear
-
Open / Lockable
Reverse Gear Warning
-
Yes
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
P Series
Claimed Mileage
14.1 km/l
9.8 km/l
City Mileage
11.6 km/l
11.5 km/l
Highway Mileage
16.4 km/l
9.5 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
76 l
75 l
Emission Standard
Not Applicable
Euro 5
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
No
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
No
Average Fuel Consumption
7.1 l/100km
9.8 l/100km
Claimed Fuel Consumption
7.1 l/100km
9.8 l/100km
Fuel Efficiency
7.1 l/100km
9.8 l/100km
Real-world Mileage
14.1 km/l
9.8 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Combined Consumption
7.1 l/100km
9.8 l/100km
Combined Consumption L 100km
7.1 l/100km
9.8 l/100km
Fuel Economy Combined
7.1 l/100km
9.8 l/100km
Fuel Tank Litres
76
75
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Distance To Empty
-
Yes
Low Fuel Warning
-
Yes
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban
-
8.2 l/100km
Fuel Consumption Urban
-
12.1 l/100km
Fuel Filler Cap
-
Lockable
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
P Series
Airbags
Passenger
6
ABS
Standard
Yes
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Yes
Traction Control
Standard
Yes
Hill Descent Control
Standard
Yes
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Yes
Child Safety Lock
Not Available
Yes
ISOFIX Mounts
Not Available
Yes
Brake Assist
Standard
Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Not Available
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Yes
Alarm System
Standard
Yes
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Not Available
Yes
Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
No
AEB
Not Available
Yes
BA
Standard
Yes
Brake Override System
Not Available
Yes
Curtain Airbags
Not Available
Yes
Driver Airbag
Passenger
Yes
EBD
Standard
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Yes
Hill Hold
Standard
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Passenger
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Yes
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Not Available
Yes
Side Airbags
Not Available
Yes
TCS
Standard
Yes
Knee Airbag
Not Available
No
ABS EBD
Standard
Yes
Anti Theft Alarm
Standard
Not confirmed
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
Passenger
Not confirmed
Driver Passenger Airbags
Passenger
Not confirmed
ESC With Traction Control
Standard
Not confirmed
Front Side Airbags
Standard
Not confirmed
Seatbelt Reminder
Not Available
Yes
Stability Control
Standard
Yes
Central Locking
-
Yes
Side Impact Beams
-
Yes
Speed Alert System
-
Yes
Pedestrian Detection AEB
-
Yes
Safety Rating
-
5
Whiplash Protection
-
Yes
Lane Change Warning
-
Yes
Fatigue Detection
-
Yes
Blind Spot Monitoring
-
Yes
Tracking System
-
Optional
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
P Series
Cruise Control
Standard
Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
No
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
Yes
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Yes
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Yes
Parking Sensors
Not Available
Front and Rear
Rear View Camera
Not Available
Yes
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
No
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Available
Yes
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Yes
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
No
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Yes
Auto Lights
Halogen
Yes
Auto Wipers
Not Available
Yes
EV Mode
Not Available
No
Rear Parking Sensors
Not Available
Yes
Reverse Camera
Not Available
Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
No
Park Assist
Not Available
Yes
Around View Monitor
Not Available
No
Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
Yes
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Yes
Eco Mode
-
No
Sport Mode
-
No
Attention Assist
-
Yes
Auto Park Assist
-
No
Rain Sensor Wipers
-
Yes
Reverse Camera Type
-
Wide-angle
Reversing Camera
-
Yes
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
P Series
Seat Material
Cloth
Leather
Heated Seats
Not Applicable
Yes
Ventilated Seats
Not Applicable
No
Steering Type
Hydraulic
Yes
Ambient Lighting
Not Applicable
Yes
Steering Wheel Material
Urethane
Leather Wrapped
Interior Colour Options
3
1
60 40 Split Seat
Not Applicable
No
Driver Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
8-Way Electric
Fabric Seats
Cloth
No
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
4-Way Manual
Interior Courtesy Lamps
Cabin trim, seating material, screen layout and driver-assistance equipment vary by derivative. Compare the chosen D-Max Single Cab grade before assuming a feature is included.
Not confirmed
Leather Accented Seat Trim
Cloth
Not confirmed
Interior Colours
3
Not confirmed
Seat Trim
Cloth
Not confirmed
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
1440 mm
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
1420 mm
Seat Adjustment
-
Yes
Steering Adjustment
-
Tilt and Telescopic
Folding Rear Seats
-
No
Front Armrest
-
Yes
Rear Armrest
-
Yes
Cup Holders
-
Yes
Rear USB Ports
-
Yes
Instrument Cluster Type
-
Digital Instrument Cluster
Driver Lumbar Support
-
Yes
Door Map Pockets
-
Yes
Adjustable Driver Seat
-
Yes
Adjustable Front Seat
-
Yes
Cooled Seats
-
No
Front Headrest
-
Yes
Leather Seats
-
Yes
Memory Seats
-
No
Rear Headrest
-
Yes
Armrest Front
-
Folding with storage
Armrest Rear
-
Centre folding with cupholders
Cargo Net
-
No
Interior Courtesy Lights
-
LED
Interior Trim Colour
-
Black with silver accents
Rear Seat Ventilation
-
No
Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest
-
Yes
Seat Adjustment Driver Fore Aft
-
Yes
Seat Adjustment Driver Height
-
Yes
Seat Belt Warning
-
Yes
Third Row Seating Capacity
-
0
Third Row Seats
-
No
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
P Series
Climate Control
Manual
Yes
Power Windows
Not Available
Yes
Keyless Entry
Standard
Yes
Push Button Start
Not Available
Yes
Wireless Charging
Wireless
Yes
Sunroof
Not Available
No
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
No
Automatic Headlamps
Halogen
Yes
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Yes
AC Type
Manual
Yes
Adaptive Dampers
Not Available
No
Climate Zones
Manual
2
TPMS
Not Available
Yes
Fuel Consumption Combined
7.1
9.8
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Yes
Intercooler
Standard
Yes
Performance Data Logger
Not Available
No
Rev Matching
Not Available
No
Seat Type
Cloth
Bucket Seat
Skid Plates
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Yes
Spare Wheel
Steel 17 x 7.0J-33
Yes
Air Conditioning
Manual
Yes
Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
Not confirmed
Front Bumper
Black
Not confirmed
Front Final Drive Ratio
4.100
Not confirmed
Front Wiper
Variable Intermittent
Not confirmed
Front Wipers Type
Variable Intermittent
Variable intermittent
Intelligent Battery System
Standard
Not confirmed
Intelligent Keyless Entry
Standard
Not confirmed
Load Bed Light
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Yes
Loadbox Depth Mm
465 mm
Not confirmed
Loadbox Rope Hooks
Standard
Not confirmed
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
4
Not confirmed
Manual Aircon
Manual
Not confirmed
Mudflaps
Front & Rear
Not confirmed
Oil Pan Guard
Standard
Not confirmed
One Pedal Driving
Not Available
Not confirmed
Passive Entry Start
Standard
Not confirmed
Pre Air Cleaner
Standard
Not confirmed
Rear Bumper
Black
Not confirmed
Rear Electric Motor
Not Available
Not confirmed
Rear Final Drive Ratio
4.100
Not confirmed
Rear Step Bumper
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Yes
Regenerative Braking Levels
Not Available
Not confirmed
Remote Central Locking
Standard
Yes
Rim Size
Steel 17 x 7.0J-33
18
Sound System
2
8
Source Model Column
1.9 DDI HR L 4X4
Not confirmed
Sport Plus Mode
Not Available
Not confirmed
Tailgate Lock
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Yes
Tie Down Hooks
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Yes
Tow Bar Type
Bakkie towing support
Receiver hitch compatible
Towbar
Optional (2.1T)
Not confirmed
Trailer Hitch
Bakkie towing support
Not confirmed
Trailer Stability Assist
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Yes
Trailer Sway Control
Standard
Yes
Trim Level
top
Not confirmed
Unlocking
Standard
Yes
Variant Role
Off-road or adventure derivative
Not confirmed
Vdc
Standard
Not confirmed
Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
Not confirmed
Vehicle To Load
Not Available
Not confirmed
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
Standard
Not confirmed
Walk Away Lock
Standard
Not confirmed
Water Depth Protection Mm
800 mm
Not confirmed
Load Bed Length
2330 mm
1520 mm
Load Bed Width
1590 mm
1560 mm
Boot Space Seats Folded
Not Applicable
0 l
Loadbox Length Mm
2330 mm
1520 mm
Loadbox Width Mm
1590 mm
1560 mm
Auto Dimming Mirror
-
Yes
Rear Window Defroster
-
Yes
Electric Mirror Folding
-
Electric
Driver Seat Height Adjustment
-
Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps
-
Yes
12V Accessory Socket
-
Yes
Speed Limiter
-
Yes
Aero Kit
-
No
Auto Dimming Irvm
-
Yes
Boot Opener
-
Yes
Chrome Exterior Highlights
-
Yes
Chrome Grille
-
Yes
Door Ajar Warning
-
Yes
Drag Coefficient
-
0.42
Driver Display
-
Multi-Information Display
Electric Folding Mirrors
-
Yes
Engine Check Warning
-
Yes
Engine Start Button Illumination
-
Yes
Engine Start Stop
Not Available
Yes
Engine Start Stop Button
Not Available
Yes
Engine Warranty
-
5 Years / 100,000 km
Front Armrest
-
Yes
Front Power Outlet
-
Yes
Fuel Lid Opener
-
Yes
Glovebox Cooling
-
No
Headlamp Height Adjust
-
Yes
Headlamp Washer
-
No
Headrest Adjustable
-
Yes
Heads Up Display
-
No
Impact Sensing Door Unlock
-
Yes
Multi Function Steering
-
Yes
Panoramic Roof
Not Available
No
Power Mirrors
-
Yes
Push Button Start
Not Available
Yes
Rear Defogger
-
Yes
Rear Reading Lamps
-
Yes
Rear Seat Split
-
No
Rear Wing
-
No
Remote Engine Start
-
No
Ride Mode Selection
-
Yes
Roof Antenna
-
Mast Antenna
Seatbelt Pre Tensioner
-
Yes
Service Reminder
-
Yes
Side Steps
-
Yes
Speed Alert System
-
Yes
Stabilizer Bar
-
Yes
Steering Mounted Controls
-
Yes
Steering Response
-
Progressive
Tachometer
-
Yes
Tail Lamps
-
Yes
Trip Computer
-
Yes
Tyre Repair Kit
-
No
Vanity Mirror
-
Yes
Voice Command
-
Yes
Voice Command Support
-
Yes
Active Safety Alert
-
Yes
Bed Extender
-
No
Bottle Holders
-
Yes
Bull Bar
-
Optional
Canopy Fitment
-
Compatible
Centre Console
-
Full-length with storage
Coat Hooks Rear
-
Yes
Cornering Lights
-
Yes
Digital Speedometer
-
Yes
Door Sill Trim
-
Aluminium
Driver Drowsiness Detection
-
Yes
Follow Me Home Lights
-
Yes
Glove Box
-
Lockable illuminated
Grab Handles Rear
-
Yes
Headrest Front
-
Adjustable
Headrest Rear
-
Adjustable
Heated Mirrors
-
Yes
Horn Type
-
Electric
Intelligent Speed Assist
-
Yes
Load Bed Cover
-
Optional
Load Bed Steps
-
No
Locking Diff Rear
-
Yes
Low Speed Manoeuvring Assist
-
Yes
Oil Pressure Warning
-
Yes
Pedal Covers
-
Aluminium-style
Powered Tailgate
-
No
Prop Shaft
-
Two-piece
Puddle Lights
-
Yes
Reading Lights Front
-
Yes
Reading Lights Rear
-
Yes
Rear Air Conditioning
-
No
Remote Side Mirror
-
Yes
Remote Start
-
No
Rev Counter
-
Yes
Roof Load
-
120 kg
Stabilizer Bar Rear
-
Yes
Sunvisors
-
Dual with vanity mirrors
Surround View Monitor
Not Available
No
Tailgate Damper
-
Yes
Temperature Gauge
-
Yes
Vanity Mirror Illuminated
-
Yes
Welcome Lighting
-
Yes
Wireless Charger
Wireless
Yes
Boot Space Seats Folded
Not Applicable
0 l
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
P Series
Length
5325 mm
5360 mm
Width
1870 mm
1900 mm
Height
1780 mm
1815 mm
Wheelbase
3125 mm
3220 mm
Doors
2 doors
4 doors
Payload Capacity
1230 kg
900 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity
76 l
75 l
Kerb Weight
1810 kg
1985 kg
Towing Capacity
2100 kg
3500 kg
Ground Clearance (Default)
227 mm
210 mm
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
3100 kg
3000 kg
Seating Capacity
2 seats
5 seats
Minimum Turning Radius
12.5 m
13.6 m
Front Headroom
-
1020 mm
Rear Headroom
-
975 mm
Front Legroom
-
1070 mm
Rear Legroom
-
880 mm
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
P Series
Engine
Not Officially Disclosed
2-litre Turbocharged Diesel
Cylinders
4
4
Valves
16
16
Fuel System
Not Officially Disclosed
Common Rail Direct Injection
Compression Ratio
16.5:1
16.5:1
Drive Type
4WD
4WD
Top Speed
Not Officially Disclosed
175 km/h
Engine Code
RZ4E-MID
GW4D20
Cylinder Layout
Not Officially Disclosed
Inline
Aspiration
Not Officially Disclosed
Turbocharged
Bore
Not Officially Disclosed
84 mm
Stroke
Not Officially Disclosed
90 mm
Drive Modes
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves per Cylinder
4
4
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
No
Engine Displacement
1900 cc
1996 cc
Transmission
6-Speed Manual
8-Speed Automatic
0-100 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
13.2 sec
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Type
Diesel
Diesel
Maximum Power
110 kW @ 3600 rpm
110 kW
Maximum Torque
350 Nm
480 Nm
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
60.8 kW/tonne
55.4 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
193.4 Nm/tonne
241.8 Nm/tonne
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
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
P Series
Apple CarPlay
Standard
Yes
Android Auto
Standard
Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Yes
Number of Speakers
2
8
Digital Instrument Cluster
Not Applicable
Yes
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Standard
Yes
Infotainment System
SYNC
Yes
Infotainment Screen Size
SYNC
Yes
Audio Speakers
2
8
Audio System
2
Not confirmed
Infotainment Screen
SYNC
Yes
Connected Services
SYNC
Not confirmed
Smartphone Connectivity
Bluetooth
Not confirmed
Touchscreen
SYNC
Yes
Wireless Android Auto
Standard
Yes
USB Ports
Not Available
2
Navigation System
-
Yes
FM Radio
-
Yes
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
-
Yes
Voice Recognition
-
Yes
AUX Input
-
Yes
Wi-Fi Hotspot
-
No
Audio Controls On Steering
-
Yes
Infotainment Display
-
12.3-inch Touchscreen
Rear Usb
-
Yes
Premium Audio
-
Yes
Head Up Display
-
No
Radio
-
Yes
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
P Series
LED Headlamps
Halogen
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Std, LED
Yes
Fog Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Roof Rails
Not Available
Yes
Rear Wiper
Variable Intermittent
No
Body Type
Pickup
Pickup
DRL
Std, LED
Yes
Fog Lights
Not Available
Yes
Front Fog Lights
Not Available
Yes
Led Headlights
Halogen
Yes
Auto Headlights
Halogen
Yes
Automatic Headlamps
Halogen
Not confirmed
Daytime Running Lights
Std, LED
Yes
Exterior Colour Options
3
6
Front Fog Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Headlamp Levelling
Halogen
Not confirmed
Headlamps
Halogen
Yes
Headlight Type
Halogen
Yes
Headlights
Halogen
Yes
Load Bed Liner
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Optional
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
No
Radiator Grille
Black Paint
Not confirmed
Active Exhaust
Not Available
Not confirmed
Rear Overhang Mm
1310 mm
Not confirmed
Exterior Colour Options
3
5
Alloy Wheel Design
-
Multi-Spoke Alloy
Chrome Exterior Finish
-
Yes
Body Cladding
-
Yes
Rear Spoiler
-
No
Roof Type
-
Metal Roof
Wing Mirror Type
-
Electric Adjustable
Door Handle Finish
-
Body Coloured
Led Taillights
-
Yes
Rear Fog Lights
-
Yes
Exterior Mirror Electric
-
Yes
Front Overhang
-
980 mm
Rear Overhang
-
1160 mm
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
P Series
Approach Angle
30 deg
30 deg
Departure Angle
23 deg
26 deg
Wading Depth
800 mm
800 mm
Terrain Modes
4WD/off-road drive mode support
Yes
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Yes
Underbody Protection
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Yes
4WD System Type
Four-wheel drive
Part-Time 4WD with Low Range
Hill Descent Control
Standard
Yes
Approach Angle Deg
30 deg
Not confirmed
Breakover Angle
21.4 deg
24 deg
Breakover Angle Deg
21.4 deg
Not confirmed
Departure Angle Deg
23 deg
Not confirmed
Energy Recovery Display
Not Available
Not confirmed
Front Skid Plate Guard
Standard
Not confirmed
Off Road Descent Control
Standard
Yes
Off Road Traction Assist
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Yes
Rear Skid Plate Guard
Standard
Not confirmed
Terrain Mode Mud
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not confirmed
Terrain Mode Sand
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not confirmed
Terrain Mode Snow
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not confirmed
Wading Depth Mm
800 mm
Not confirmed
Ground Clearance Max
227 mm
210 mm
Ground Clearance Min
227 mm
210 mm
Ramp Breakover Angle
-
22 deg
Recovery Hooks
-
Yes
Ramp-over Angle
-
24 deg
Terrain Response System
-
No
Underbody Camera
-
Yes
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
P Series
Tyre Size
255/65R17
265/60R18
Front Brake Type
Not Available
Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type
Not Available
Drum
Spare Wheel Type
Steel 17 x 7.0J-33
Yes
Wheel Rim Size
Steel 17 x 7.0J-33
18
Spare Tyre
Steel 17 x 7.0J-33
Yes
Tyre Type
255/65R17
All-Terrain Radial
Wheel Diameter
Steel 17 x 7.0J-33
18
Cornering Brake Control
Standard
Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Standard
Yes
Handbrake Type
Not Applicable
Electronic parking brake
Hydraulic Brake Assist
Standard
Yes
Leather Steering Wheel
Urethane
Not confirmed
Spare Wheel Size Type
Steel 17 x 7.0J-33
Not confirmed
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
Not Available
Yes
Steering Wheel Trim
Urethane
Not confirmed
Towing Unbraked Kg
750 kg
Not confirmed
Tyre Pressure Display
Not Available
Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
Not Available
Yes
Wheel Size Type
Steel 17 x 7.0J-33
Not confirmed
Wheel Type
-
Multi-Spoke Alloy
Front Brake Disc Diameter
-
320 mm
Rear Brake Drum Diameter
-
300 mm
Parking Brake Type
-
Electronic
Tyre Load Index
-
112
Tyre Speed Rating
-
S
Brake Type Front
-
Ventilated Disc
Brake Type Rear
-
Drum
Front Tyre Width
-
265 mm
Rear Tyre Width
-
265 mm
All Terrain Tyres
-
No
Auto Brake Hold
-
Yes
Fifth Wheel Prep
-
No
Mud Terrain Tyres
-
No
Run Flat Tyres
-
No
Spare Wheel Location
-
Under vehicle / boot floor
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
-
Yes
Steering Wheel Phone Controls
-
Yes
Wheel Cover
-
Alloy
Wheel Locking Nuts
-
Yes
Wheel Material
-
Multi-Spoke Alloy
Wheels
-
Multi-Spoke Alloy
Winter Tyres
-
No
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
P Series
Front Suspension
High Mounting
Double Wishbone with Torsion Bar
Rear Suspension
Leaf Spring Overslung
Leaf Spring
Power Steering
Hydraulic
Yes
Front Spring Type
High Mounting
Torsion Bar
Rear Spring Type
Leaf Spring Overslung
Leaf Spring
Shock Absorber Type
Twintube Gas Pressurised
Hydraulic
Front Suspension Type
High Mounting
Double Wishbone with Torsion Bar
Gross Axle Mass Front Kg
1450 kg
Not confirmed
Gross Axle Mass Rear Kg
1910 kg
Not confirmed
MagneRide Damping
Not Available
Not confirmed
Rear Axle Type
Leaf Spring Overslung
Live axle
Rear Suspension Type
Leaf Spring Overslung
Leaf Spring
Shock Absorbers
Twintube Gas Pressurised
Hydraulic
Suspension
High Mounting
Not confirmed
Suspension Height
High Ride
Not confirmed
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
1560 mm
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
1560 mm
Track Front Rear Mm
1570/1570
Not confirmed
Chassis Type
-
Body on Frame Ladder Chassis
Steering Column
-
Adjustable
Front Anti-Roll Bar
-
Yes
Rear Anti-Roll Bar
-
Yes
Chassis Material
-
High-strength steel
Payload Front Axle
-
925 kg
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
P Series
Service Interval
12 months / 15 000 km
10000
Maintenance Plan
6 years / 90 000 km
5 Years / 75,000 km
Engine Oil Change Interval
12 months / 15 000 km
10,000 km
Service Plan Duration
6 years / 90 000 km
5 Years / 75,000 km
Service Plan Distance
6 years / 90 000 km
5 Years / 75,000 km
Alternator
90A
120A
Service Intervals
12 months / 15 000 km
10000
Service Plan
6 years / 90 000 km
5 Years / 75,000 km
Approx Service Cost
-
Included in Service Plan
First Service At
-
5000
Anti-Rust Treatment
-
Yes
Engine Oil Capacity
-
8.0 l
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
P Series
Warranty Years
5 years / 120 000 km
5 Years / 100,000 km
Warranty Kilometers
5 years / 120 000 km
5 Years / 100,000 km
Roadside Assistance
5 years / 120 000 km
Yes
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
5 years / unlimited km
6 Years
Basic Warranty
5 years / 120 000 km
5 Years / 100,000 km
Roadside Assistance
5 years / 120 000 km
Yes
Warranty
5 years / 120 000 km
5 Years / 100,000 km
Warranty Roadside Assistance
5 years / 120 000 km
Yes
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
P Series
CO2 Emissions
186 g/km
258 g/km
Hybrid System Type
Not Available
Not confirmed
Fuel Octane Requirement
Diesel
Diesel
Idle CO2 Output
186
258
CO2 Emissions G Km
186
Not confirmed
Start Stop System
-
No
Noise Level
-
Moderate
Particulate Filter
-
Yes
Euro Emission Standard
-
Euro 5
Green NCAP Rating
-
3/5
Fuel Evaporation Control
-
EVAP Canister
Variable Valve Timing
-
No
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
P Series
Ownership Role
Top
Not confirmed
Price Source
South Africa variant price CSV; verify against latest OEM price list
Not confirmed
Price Zar
585200 ZAR
Not confirmed
Pricing Role
Current listed price
Not confirmed
Starting Price
585200
Not confirmed
Starting Price Zar
585200
Not confirmed
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
P Series
Real-world City Mileage Min
-
10.5 l/100km
Real-world City Mileage Max
-
13.0 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Min
-
8.5 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Max
-
11.0 l/100km
Overall Verdict Score
Decision-grade view of the winner, score gap and category strengths.
Weighted / 100
Verdict readout
P Series leads by 12 points
P Series has a slight advantage, but D-Max Single Cab remains highly competitive.
Performance
D-Max Single Cab +1
Efficiency
D-Max Single Cab +15
Safety
P Series +38
Practicality
P Series +17
Ownership
P Series +17
Moderate difference between the models.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Overall Winner
P Series
Performance
61/100
Efficiency
41/100
Safety
94/100
Practicality
81/100
Ownership
65/100
D-Max Single Cab
Performance
62/100
Efficiency
56/100
Safety
56/100
Practicality
64/100
Ownership
48/100
So, Which One Should You Buy?
🏆GWM P Series
wins with 70 pts
vs 58 pts for D-Max Single Cab
In structured scoring, P Series emerges as the stronger overall package. However, D-Max Single Cab may appeal to buyers prioritising different factors. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
Other Comparisons Worth Checking
See how similar cars go head-to-head — you might find a better fit than you expected.
On our scoring the P Series edges ahead overall. That said, the right choice depends on what you actually use the car for — the breakdown above shows exactly where each one wins and loses.
Efficiency scores: D-Max Single Cab 56 vs P Series 41. In the real world, diesel variants of either car will beat the claimed figure on long highways and fall short in Joburg traffic.
Safety scores: D-Max Single Cab 56, P Series 94. Check each model page for NCAP ratings and which trim levels include AEB and blind-spot monitoring — those features aren't always standard.
Long-term ownership scores: D-Max Single Cab 48, P Series 65. Service intervals, parts availability in SA, and whether a service plan is bundled all factor in — check the individual variant specs for that detail.
Practicality scores: D-Max Single Cab 64, P Series 81. This covers boot space, seat flexibility, and day-to-day usability — not just interior dimensions on paper.
Performance scores: D-Max Single Cab 62, P Series 61. This looks at real-world pace — 0–100 kph, highway flexibility, and how either car feels when you actually need to overtake on an N-road.
Resale varies with colour, spec, and market timing, but Japanese brands — and Toyota specifically — have a strong track record in SA. Check current used prices for both on AutoTrader to see the real gap right now.
Ground clearance and 4WD availability are what matter most here. Scroll to the spec table above to compare both side by side — if either model offers a 4WD variant, that's the version worth comparing.
Fuel, insurance, and service costs are the big three. Diesel variants of both models typically save R800–R1,500/month in fuel at current SA pump prices. The P Series edges the overall ownership score, but check whether either variant includes a service plan — that changes the monthly maths significantly.
The P Series scores better overall, but neither car is a bad buy here. It comes down to what features matter to you — check the full spec table above to see exactly what you gain and lose at each price point.
In Depth — Breaking It All Down
The comparison between D-Max Single Cab and P Series in South Africa
evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.
Performance: D-Max Single Cab scores 62 vs 61.
Efficiency: D-Max Single Cab scores 56 vs 41.
Safety: D-Max Single Cab scores 56 vs 94.
Practicality: D-Max Single Cab scores 64 vs 81.
Ownership: D-Max Single Cab scores 48 vs 65.
Final structured scoring gives P Series
the advantage in this comparison.
Compare
Get Best Price
We'll Contact You
Fill in your details and a dedicated executive will reach out shortly.
✓
We've Got Your Details!
An executive will contact you shortly. Thank you for your interest.
