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.
D90 holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over GR86.
GR86 starts ZAR 150,000 cheaperD90 from ZAR 899,900 · GR86 from ZAR 749,900
Five key differences
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Specification
D90
GR86
Maximum Power
D90160 kW @ 4000 rpm
GR86173 kW @ 7000 rpm
Maximum Torque
D90500 Nm @ 1500-2400 rpm
GR86250 Nm @ 3700 rpm
Engine Size
D901996 cc
GR862387 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
D9010.99 km/l
GR8610.9 km/l
Ground Clearance
D90210 mm
GR86130 mm
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
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LDV D90
D90 Flagship
Hagalu editorial ratingNot yet rated
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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Specification evidence leader
D90
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished Practicality
GR86
Strengths
Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:General Use
Which One's Right for You?
D90
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
GR86
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
D90
GR86
Model Introduced Year
2025
2022
Generation
Current South African D90 generation.
Second generation GR86 with improved 2.4L engine
Facelift History
No later South African facelift is published.
Second generation introduced in 2022 with more power
Facelift Launched Since
2025
2022
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
Seven-seat large SUV
Sedan
Model Year
2025
2026
Production Status
active
active
Segment
SUV
Sedan
Vehicle Type
SUV
Sedan
Color Note
-
White, Red, Black, Grey, Blue
Dealer Stock Note
-
Top grade in the South Africa lineup
Tare Mass Kg
-
1270 kg
Spec
D90
GR86
Length
5046 mm
4265 mm
Width
2016 mm
1775 mm
Height
1876 mm
1310 mm
Wheelbase
2950 mm
2575 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
210 mm
130 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
Not Officially Disclosed
125 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
50 l
Boot/Cargo Space
343 l
237 l
Kerb Weight
2370 kg
1270 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
3100 kg
1660 kg
Payload Capacity
730 kg
390 kg
Towing Capacity
3100 kg
1600 kg
Seating Capacity
7 seats
4 seats
Number of Rows
3 rows
2 rows
Doors
5 doors
4 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
6.45 m
5.4 m
Front Headroom
1010 mm
998 mm
Rear Headroom
990 mm
958 mm
Front Legroom
1050 mm
1050 mm
Rear Legroom
950 mm
891 mm
Spec
D90
GR86
Engine
2.0L twin-turbo diesel
2.4-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
Engine Code
SC20M218Q6B
Market-specific engine family
Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1996 cc
2387 cc
Cylinders
4
4
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Boxer
Valves
16
16
Valves per Cylinder
4
4
Aspiration
Twin Turbocharged
Naturally Aspirated
Fuel System
High-pressure common-rail direct injection
Dual Injection
Compression Ratio
15.9:1
12.5:1
Bore
83 mm
82.0 mm
Stroke
92 mm
94.6 mm
Maximum Power
160 kW @ 4000 rpm
173 kW @ 7000 rpm
Maximum Torque
500 Nm @ 1500-2400 rpm
250 Nm @ 3700 rpm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Drive Type
4WD
RWD
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
6-Speed Automatic
Top Speed
175 km/h
226 km/h
0-100 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
6.9 sec
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
15.5 sec
Drive Modes
Sport, Normal, Eco
Eco, Comfort, Sport
Launch Control
No
No
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
6500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio
67.51 kW/tonne
136.2 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
210.97 Nm/tonne
196.9 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
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
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 Applicable
Spec
D90
GR86
Gearbox
8-speed automatic
6-Speed Automatic with Paddle Shifters
Drivetrain Layout
Front-engine four-wheel drive
Rear Wheel Drive
LSD Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Torsen LSD
Transfer Case
Intelligent/selectable 4WD
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Centre + Rear + Front
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Standard
Standard
Final Drive Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
8
4
Transmission Type
Torque-converter automatic
Automatic
Clutch Type
Torque converter
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
Standard
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Type
Steering wheel
6-Speed Automatic with Paddle Shifters
Drivetrain
4WD
RWD
4WD Engagement
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
Standard
Standard
Front Differential Lock
Standard
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
Automatic
6-Speed Automatic with Paddle Shifters
Low Range Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Low Range
Standard
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
4WD
RWD
Rear Differential Lock
Standard
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
8
4
Differential Type Front
-
Not Available
Differential Type Rear
-
Not Available
Engine Position
-
Front Longitudinal
Transfer Case Guard
-
Not Available
Spec
D90
GR86
Claimed Mileage
10.99 km/l
10.9 km/l
City Mileage
8.77 km/l
8 km/l
Highway Mileage
12.82 km/l
12 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
75 l
50 l
Emission Standard
Euro 5
Euro 5
AdBlue Tank Capacity
20 l
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Standard
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
10.99 km/l
10.9 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
75
50
Combined Driving Range
824.18
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
735.29 km
Not Applicable
Spec
D90
GR86
Airbags
Not Officially Disclosed
7
ABS
Standard
Standard with Sport Mode
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Standard with Track Mode
Traction Control
Standard
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Standard
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Standard
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Standard
Not Available
Front Parking Sensors
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Available
AEB
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Available
BA
Standard
Standard
Brake Override System
Yes
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Standard
Not Available
Driver Airbag
Standard
7
EBD
Standard
Standard with Sport Mode
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Standard
Hill Hold
Standard
Standard
Passenger Airbag
Standard
7
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Available
Seatbelt Reminder
Standard
Not Available
Side Airbags
Standard
Not Available
Stability Control
Standard
Standard with Track Mode
TCS
Standard
Standard
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Not Available
ABS EBD
Standard
Standard with Sport Mode
Alarm System
-
Standard
Anti Theft Alarm
-
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
-
Not Available
Central Locking
-
Standard
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
-
7
Driver Passenger Airbags
-
7
ESC With Traction Control
-
Standard with Track Mode
Side Impact Beams
-
Standard
Spec
D90
GR86
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Standard
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Standard
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Standard
Rear
Rear View Camera
Standard
Standard
360 Degree Camera
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Standard
Not Available
Auto Wipers
Standard
Standard
Rear Parking Sensors
Standard
Rear
Reverse Camera
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Park Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
Standard
Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Available
Auto Lights
-
Standard
Emergency Braking
-
Not Available
EV Mode
-
Not Available
Parking Distance Sensors
-
Rear
Parking Sensor
-
Rear
Pre-Collision System
-
Not Available
Rain Sensor Wipers
-
Standard
Rear View Camera
-
Standard
Reverse Camera Type
-
Standard
Reversing Camera
-
Standard
Surround View Camera
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Available
Spec
D90
GR86
Seat Material
Leather
Sport Fabric/Suede
Heated Seats
Standard
Not Applicable
Ventilated Seats
Standard
Not Applicable
Ambient Lighting
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Steering Wheel Material
Leather
Not Applicable
60 40 Split Seat
Not Officially Disclosed
50/50 Split
Driver Seat Adjustment
8-way electric + lumbar + massage + heating
Manual
Passenger Seat Adjustment
4-way electric + lumbar + heating + massage + ventilation
Manual
Seat Trim
Leather
Sport Fabric/Suede
Adjustable Driver Seat
-
Manual
Front Armrest
-
Standard
Armrest Front
-
Standard
Armrest Rear
-
Not Available
Driver Seat
-
Manual
Fabric Seats
-
Sport Fabric/Suede
Folding Rear Seats
-
50/50 Split
Instrument Cluster Type
-
7-inch Digital
Interior Colour Options
-
5
Interior Colours
-
5
Interior Courtesy Lamps
-
Driver-focused cockpit, sports seats, digital cluster, infotainment system
Leather Accented Seat Trim
-
Sport Fabric/Suede
Rear Armrest
-
Not Available
Rear Seat Centre Armrest
-
Not Available
Seat Adjustment
-
Manual
Seat Fold Type
-
50/50 Split
Steering Adjustment
-
Tilt and Telescopic
Steering Type
-
Electric
Rear USB Ports
-
2
Front Shoulder Room
-
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
-
Not Applicable
Spec
D90
GR86
Climate Control
Automatic front and rear
Manual AC
Power Windows
Standard
All Doors
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Push Button Start
Standard
Standard
Wireless Charging
Standard
Not Available
Sunroof
Panoramic
Not Available
Electric Tailgate
Standard
Not Available
Rain Sensing Wipers
Standard
Standard
AC Type
Automatic front and rear
Manual AC
Accelerator 0 100
-
6.9 sec
Air Conditioning
Automatic front and rear
Manual AC
Auto Dimming Irvm
-
Standard
Auto Dimming Mirror
-
Standard
Automatic Headlamps
-
Standard
Battery Preconditioning
-
Not Available
Bed Extender
-
Not Available
Canopy Fitment
-
Not Available
Centre Console
-
Standard
Climate Zones
-
Manual AC
Common Rail Injection
-
Direct + Port Injection
Diff Lock
-
Not Applicable
Difflock
-
Not Applicable
Digital Speedometer
-
7-inch Digital
Engine Start Button Illumination
-
Standard
Engine Start Stop
Standard
Standard
Engine Start Stop Button
Standard
Standard
Engine Warranty
-
Not Applicable
Front Armrest
-
Standard
Front Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Fuel Consumption Combined
-
9.2
Hill Start Assist
-
Standard
Intelligent Battery System
-
Not Available
Intelligent Keyless Entry
-
Standard
Lift Gate
-
Not Available
Load Bed Cover
-
Not Available
Load Bed Light
-
Not Available
Load Bed Steps
-
Not Available
Loadbox Depth Mm
-
Not Available
Loadbox Rope Hooks
-
Not Available
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
-
Not Available
Manual Aircon
-
Manual AC
Mirror
-
All Doors
One Pedal Driving
-
Not Available
Panoramic Roof
Panoramic
Not Available
Passive Entry Start
-
Standard
Power Mirrors
-
All Doors
Powered Tailgate
-
Not Available
Push Button Start
Standard
Standard
Rear Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Rear Electric Motor
-
Not Available
Rear Seat Split
-
50/50 Split
Rear Wing
-
Rear Spoiler
Rearview Mirror Inside
-
Standard
Regenerative Braking Levels
-
Not Available
Remote Central Locking
-
Standard
Roof Rack Compatibility
-
Not Available
Seat Type
-
Sport Fabric/Suede
Side Impact Bars
-
Standard
Skid Plates
-
Not Available
Sonar
-
Rear
Sound System
12
6
Source Model Column
-
gr86
Spare Wheel
255/60 R18
Space Saver
Sports Bar
-
Not Available
Steering Column Adjustment
-
Tilt and Telescopic
Sub Frame
-
Monocoque
Surround View Monitor
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Available
Tailgate Damper
-
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
-
Not Available
Telescopic Steering
-
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt Steering
-
Tilt and Telescopic
Tow Bar Type
-
Not Available
TPMS
Standard
Standard
Trim Level
-
top
Unlocking
Standard
Standard
Variant Role
-
Core range derivative
Vdc
-
Standard with Track Mode
Vehicle To Grid
-
Not Available
Vehicle To Load
-
Not Available
Voice Command
-
Standard
Voice Command Support
-
Standard
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
-
Standard
Walk Away Lock
-
Standard
Wireless Charger
Standard
Not Available
Electric Folding Mirrors
-
All Doors
Load Bed Length
-
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
-
Not Applicable
Loadbox Length Mm
-
Not Applicable
Loadbox Width Mm
-
Not Applicable
Boot Space Seats Folded
-
237 l
Rim Size
20
18-inch BBS Alloy
Spec
D90
GR86
Infotainment System
12.3-inch touchscreen
8-inch Touchscreen
Apple CarPlay
Standard
Standard
Android Auto
Standard
Standard
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Standard
Number of Speakers
12
6
Digital Instrument Cluster
12.3
7-inch Digital
USB Ports
Standard
2
Infotainment Screen
12.3
8-inch Touchscreen
Touchscreen
12.3
8-inch Touchscreen
Audio Speakers
12
6
Audio System
-
6
Connected Services
-
Standard
Display Audio
-
8-inch Touchscreen
Front Rear USB Charge Ports
-
2
Infotainment Display
-
8-inch Touchscreen
Multi Information Display
-
7-inch Digital
Navigation System
-
Standard
Rear Usb
-
2
Infotainment Screen Size
12.3
8-inch Touchscreen
Smartphone Connectivity
-
Standard
Voice Control
-
Standard
Voice Recognition
-
Standard
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Standard
Standard
Wireless Android Auto
Standard
Standard
Spec
D90
GR86
LED Headlamps
Standard
Full LED
Daytime Running Lamps
LED
LED
Fog Lamps
Standard
LED
Roof Rails
Standard
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
Natural White; Metal Ash; Metal Black; Spruce Green
5
Headlights
Standard
Full LED
Panoramic Sunroof
Standard
Not Available
Alloy Wheel Design
-
18-inch BBS Alloy
Auto Headlights
-
Standard
Automatic Headlamps
-
Standard
Body Cladding
-
Not Available
Body Type
-
Sedan
Chrome Exterior Finish
-
Not Available
Daytime Running Lights
LED
LED
DRL
LED
LED
Electric Blind Sunroof
-
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
-
5
Exterior Mirror Electric
-
All Doors
Fog Lights
-
LED
Front Fog Lamps
Standard
LED
Front Fog Lights
-
LED
Headlamp Levelling
-
Full LED
Headlamps
Standard
Full LED
Headlight Type
Standard
Full LED
Led Headlights
Standard
Full LED
Load Bed Liner
-
Not Available
Rear Spoiler
-
Rear Spoiler
Roof Type
-
Not Available
Rear Spoiler
-
Rear Spoiler
Spec
D90
GR86
Approach Angle
28 deg
-
Departure Angle
25 deg
-
Wading Depth
550 mm
-
Terrain Modes
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Available
Locking Differential
Standard
Not Applicable
4WD System Type
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Breakover Angle
20 deg
Not Available
Approach Angle Deg
-
-
Crawl Control
-
Not Available
Departure Angle Deg
-
-
Energy Recovery Display
-
Not Available
Front Skid Plate Guard
-
Not Available
Ground Clearance Max
-
130 mm
Ground Clearance Min
-
130 mm
Hill Descent Control
Standard
Not Available
Off Road Descent Control
-
Not Available
Off Road Traction Assist
-
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
Underbody Protection
-
Not Available
Wading Depth Mm
-
-
Spec
D90
GR86
Tyre Size
265/50 R20
215/40 R18
Front Brake Type
Ventilated disc
Ventilated Disc Brembo
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Solid Disc
Spare Wheel Type
255/60 R18
Space Saver
Wheel Rim Size
20
18-inch BBS Alloy
Handbrake Type
Electronic parking brake
Not Applicable
Autonomous Emergency Brake
-
Not Available
Brake Type Front
-
Ventilated Disc Brembo
Brake Type Rear
-
Solid Disc
Brakes
-
Ventilated Disc Brembo
Cornering Brake Control
-
Standard
Fifth Wheel Prep
-
Not Available
Hydraulic Brake Assist
-
Standard
Spare Tyre
255/60 R18
Space Saver
Spare Wheel Size Type
-
Space Saver
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
-
Standard
Tyre Pressure Display
-
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
Standard
Standard
Tyre Type
-
215/40 R18
Wheel Material
-
18-inch BBS Alloy
Wheel Type
-
18-inch BBS Alloy
Wheels
-
18-inch BBS Alloy
Wheel Diameter
20
18-inch BBS Alloy
Spec
D90
GR86
Front Suspension
Double wishbone
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension
5-link coil spring
Double Wishbone
Chassis Material
-
Monocoque
Chassis Type
-
Monocoque
Front Spring Type
-
MacPherson Strut
Front Suspension Type
Double wishbone
MacPherson Strut
Front Track Width
-
1520 mm
Power Steering
-
Electric
Rear Axle Type
-
Double Wishbone
Rear Spring Type
-
Double Wishbone
Rear Suspension Type
5-link coil spring
Double Wishbone
Rear Track Width
-
1540 mm
Steering Column
-
Tilt and Telescopic
Suspension
-
MacPherson Strut
Spec
D90
GR86
CO2 Emissions
239 g/km
177 g/km
CO2 Emissions G Km
-
177
Euro Emission Standard
-
Euro 5
Hybrid System Type
-
Not Applicable
Idle CO2 Output
-
177
Noise Level
-
70 dB
Particulate Filter
-
Not Available
Start Stop System
-
Not Available
Fuel Octane Requirement
-
Petrol
Spec
D90
GR86
Service Plan
5 years / 100000 km
Optional
Battery Warranty
-
Not Applicable
Maintenance Plan
-
Optional
Engine Oil Change Interval
-
10,000 km or 6 Months
Approx Service Cost
-
Approx R5,500
Service Interval
-
10,000 km or 6 Months
Service Intervals
-
10,000 km or 6 Months
Service Plan Distance
5 years / 100000 km
Optional
Service Plan Duration
5 years / 100000 km
Optional
Spec
D90
GR86
Ownership Role
Passenger vehicle
Top
Price Zar
899900 ZAR
799900 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current go-live price
Current listed price
Starting Price
899900
799900
Starting Price Zar
899900
799900
Spec
D90
GR86
Warranty
5 years / 200000 km
3 years / 100 000 km
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
-
6 Years
Basic Warranty
5 years / 200000 km
3 years / 100 000 km
Roadside Assistance
-
3 Years
Roadside Assistance
-
3 Years
Warranty Kilometers
5 years / 200000 km
3 years / 100 000 km
Warranty Roadside Assistance
-
3 Years
Warranty Years
5 years / 200000 km
3 years / 100 000 km
Spec
D90
GR86
Real-world City Mileage Max
-
10 l/100km
Real-world City Mileage Min
-
8 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Max
-
13 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Min
-
11 l/100km
Owner Review Count
-
9
In depth: how these cars differ
This D90 and GR86 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: D90 82 vs GR86 67.
Efficiency index: D90 45 vs GR86 45.
Safety-equipment index: D90 93 vs GR86 96.
Practicality index: D90 78 vs GR86 46.
Ownership-cover index: D90 not separately scored vs GR86 43.
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
D90 leads by 15 points
D90 holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over GR86.
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
D90
Performance
82/100
Efficiency
45/100
Safety
93/100
Practicality
78/100
GR86
Performance
67/100
Efficiency
45/100
Safety
96/100
Practicality
46/100
Ownership
43/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexLDV D90
leads the specification evidence index with 76 pts
vs 61 pts for GR86
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, D90 leads. However, GR86 may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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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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