Hyundai Elantra vs Foton Tunland G7 Double 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.

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Hyundai Elantra Discontinued model
Hyundai Elantra in South Africa

Hyundai Elantra

1.5 IVT Fluid Petrol Discontinued model
ZAR 492,900 last listed
Discontinued model Verified historical specifications remain visible for owner and used-car comparisons.
⚡ 85 kW 🔧 143 Nm ⛽ 17.5 km/l
VS
Foton Tunland G7 Double Cab in South Africa

Foton Tunland G7 Double Cab

4x4 Limited Auto Diesel 8-Speed Automatic Current
ZAR 599,900 ex-showroom
⚡ 120 kW 🔧 390 Nm
+ Add a 3rd car

Decision summary

Hyundai Elantra vs Foton Tunland G7 Double Cab: the short answer

Compare the available model information below. Hagalu has withheld a ranked verdict because the selected vehicles do not yet meet the minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold.

Recorded price context Elantra: last listed from ZAR 448,900 · Tunland G7 Double Cab: current from ZAR 399,900

Five key differences

Exact selected derivatives
Specification Elantra Tunland G7 Double Cab
Maximum Power Elantra85 kW @ 6300 rpm Tunland G7 Double Cab120 kW
Maximum Torque Elantra143 Nm @ 4500 rpm Tunland G7 Double Cab390 Nm
Engine Size Elantra1497 cc Tunland G7 Double Cab2000 cc
Combined Fuel Economy Elantra17.5 km/l Tunland G7 Double CabNot Officially Disclosed
Ground Clearance Elantra130 mm Tunland G7 Double Cab210 mm

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Independent editorial assessment

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Hyundai Elantra

1.5 IVT Fluid

Hagalu editorial rating Not yet rated

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How Hagalu rates cars

Foton Tunland G7 Double Cab

4x4 Limited Auto

Hagalu editorial rating
4.3/5

Desk research · Exact variant

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Full Specs, Side by Side

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Spec Elantra Tunland G7 Double Cab
Model Introduced Year 1990 2024
Generation Seventh generation Elantra on Hyundai's K3 platform; bold parametric design language marks a clear break from the conservative sixth gen Current 5,340 mm Tunland G7 double cab with a 3,110 mm wheelbase and rear leaf springs.
Facelift History Seventh generation launched globally in 2020 and brought to SA; significant leap in styling and interior quality over the previous generation Current South African Tunland G7 Double Cab range, with no separate facelift identified.
Facelift Launched Since 2020 Not Applicable
Body Style Sedan Double-cab pickup
Production Status discontinued active
Segment Sedan One-tonne double-cab bakkie
Tare Mass Kg 1355 kg -
Vehicle Type Sedan Light commercial vehicle
Facelift Version Ending Not confirmed Not Applicable
Model Year Not confirmed 2026
Spec Elantra Tunland G7 Double Cab
Length 4680 mm 5340 mm
Width 1825 mm 1940 mm
Height 1415 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase 2720 mm 3110 mm
Ground Clearance (Default) 130 mm 210 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) Not Officially Disclosed Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 l 76 l
Boot/Cargo Space 473 l Not Officially Disclosed
Kerb Weight 1355 kg 2000 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) 1860 kg 2980 kg
Payload Capacity 505 kg Not Officially Disclosed
Towing Capacity Not Officially Disclosed 3000 kg
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Rows 2 rows 2 rows
Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Minimum Turning Radius Not Officially Disclosed Not Officially Disclosed
Front Headroom Not Officially Disclosed Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Headroom Not Officially Disclosed Not Officially Disclosed
Front Legroom Not Officially Disclosed Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Legroom Not Officially Disclosed Not Officially Disclosed

In depth: how these cars differ

This Elantra and Tunland G7 Double Cab comparison brings together local model information and available derivatives for South Africa. Prices and specifications appear only where they have been recorded for this market.

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What the evidence means

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Elantra vs Tunland G7 Double Cab questions

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