Source type: Foton South Africa official model page and derivative specification tables
Foton eTruckmate vs GWM Tank 500
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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GWM Tank 500
3.0T Hi4-T Luxury
Plug-in Hybrid
9-Speed Automatic
Current
ZAR 1,149,900
ex-showroom
⚡ 340 kW
🔧 750 Nm
⛽ 40 km/l
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Decision summary
Foton eTruckmate vs GWM Tank 500: 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.
eTruckmate starts ZAR 574,900 cheaper
eTruckmate from ZAR 575,000 · Tank 500 from ZAR 1,149,900
Five key differences
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| Specification | eTruckmate | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | eTruckmate60 kW | Tank 500340 kW @ 5500 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | eTruckmateNot Officially Disclosed | Tank 500750 Nm |
| Engine Size | eTruckmateNot Applicable | Tank 5002999 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | eTruckmateNot Applicable | Tank 50040 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | eTruckmateNot Officially Disclosed | Tank 500224 mm |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Source type: Official OEM South Africa
Full Specs, Side by Side
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| Spec | eTruckmate | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2024 | 2025 |
| Generation | Compact electric single-cab commercial platform on a 2,600 mm wheelbase. | First generation Tank 500, launched globally in 2023 and brought to South Africa in 2025. Local specification leans toward maximum equipment loading and softer suspension calibration versus the Chinese-domestic version. |
| Facelift History | Current South African eTruckmate range, with no separate facelift identified. | Recently launched into the SA market in 2025; no facelift to date. Software updates expected to refine hybrid system behaviour and adaptive air suspension calibration based on early SA fleet feedback. |
| Facelift Launched Since | Not Applicable | 2025 |
| Facelift Version Ending | Not Applicable | Current |
| Body Style | Light truck | SUV |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Production Status | active | published |
| Segment | Battery-electric compact truck | SUV |
| Vehicle Type | Electric light commercial vehicle | SUV |
| Color Note | - | Crystal White, Hamilton Black, Pittsburgh Silver, Cosmos Grey, Atlantic Blue and Adventure Olive Green. Two-tone roof options available with selected base colours. |
| Dealer Stock Note | - | Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Tare Mass Kg | - | 2680 kg |
| Spec | eTruckmate | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4670 mm | 5060 mm |
| Width | 1590 mm | 1996 mm |
| Height | 1860 mm | 1905 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2600 mm | 2950 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | Not Officially Disclosed | 224 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 0 l | 80 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | Not Officially Disclosed | 580 l |
| Kerb Weight | Not Officially Disclosed | 2680 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | Not Officially Disclosed | 3200 kg |
| Payload Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Towing Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | 3000 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Rows | 1 rows | - |
| Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | Not Officially Disclosed | 13 m |
| Front Headroom | Not Officially Disclosed | 990 mm |
| Rear Headroom | Not Officially Disclosed | 960 mm |
| Front Legroom | Not Officially Disclosed | 1050 mm |
| Rear Legroom | Not Officially Disclosed | 890 mm |
| Spec | eTruckmate | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Single-motor battery-electric powertrain | 3-litre Twin Turbocharged Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Engine Code | Not Applicable | GW4C30D |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Plug-in Hybrid |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Plug-in Hybrid |
| Engine Displacement | Not Applicable | 2999 cc |
| Cylinders | Not Applicable | 6 |
| Cylinder Layout | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Valves | Not Applicable | 24 |
| Valves per Cylinder | Not Applicable | 4 |
| Aspiration | Not Applicable | Twin Turbocharged |
| Fuel System | Not Applicable | Direct Injection |
| Compression Ratio | Not Applicable | 10.5:1 |
| Bore | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Stroke | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Maximum Power | 60 kW | 340 kW @ 5500 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | Not Officially Disclosed | 750 Nm |
| Combined Power | Not Applicable | 320 kW |
| Combined Torque | Not Applicable | 750 Nm |
| Motor Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Number of Motors | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Motor Location | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Type | Not Officially Disclosed | AWD |
| Transmission | Not Officially Disclosed | 9-Speed Automatic |
| Top Speed | 90 km/h | 210 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | Not Officially Disclosed | 4.8 sec |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Launch Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Rev Limiter | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 119.4 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 279.9 Nm/tonne |
| Battery Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | 27 kWh |
| Usable Battery Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Battery Type | LFP | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Voltage | 309 V | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Electric Range | 280 km | 135 km |
| AC Charging Power | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| DC Charging Power | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| AC Charging Time | 7 h | Not Officially Disclosed |
| DC Charging Time | 90 min | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Regenerative Braking | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Spec | eTruckmate | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | Not Officially Disclosed | 9-Speed Automatic |
| Drivetrain Layout | Not Officially Disclosed | Front Engine All Wheel Drive |
| LSD Available | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Transfer Case | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Differential Lock | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Paddle Shifters | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Final Drive Ratio | 10.5 | 3.73 |
| Number of Gears | Not Officially Disclosed | 9 |
| Transmission Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Automatic |
| Clutch Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Torque Converter |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Gear Shift Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | Not Officially Disclosed | All Wheel Drive (Hi4-T Hybrid) |
| 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 | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Gearbox Type | Not Officially Disclosed | 9-Speed Automatic |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Axle Layout | Not Officially Disclosed | AWD |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Transmission Speeds | Not Officially Disclosed | 9 |
| Engine Position | - | Front Transverse |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | - | 14.7:1 |
| Drive Mode Selector | - | 4WD/off-road drive mode support |
| Reverse Gear Warning | - | Yes |
| Spec | eTruckmate | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | Not Applicable | 40 km/l |
| City Mileage | Not Applicable | 28.6 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | Not Applicable | 47.6 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | Not Applicable | 80 l |
| Emission Standard | Zero tailpipe emissions | Euro 5 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not Applicable | No |
| Auto Start Stop | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Real-world Mileage | Not Applicable | 40 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | AC and DC | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | Not Applicable | 80 |
| Combined Driving Range | Not Officially Disclosed | 135 |
| Electric Consumption | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Highway | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Mixed | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Distance To Empty | - | Yes |
| Low Fuel Warning | - | Yes |
| Fuel Filler Cap | - | Lockable |
| Spec | eTruckmate | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | Not Officially Disclosed | 8 |
| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Traction Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Hill Start Assist | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Child Safety Lock | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| ISOFIX Mounts | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Brake Assist | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Engine Immobiliser | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Front Parking Sensors | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| AEB | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| BA | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Brake Override System | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Curtain Airbags | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Driver Airbag | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Engine Immobiliser | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Hill Hold | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Passenger Airbag | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Side Airbags | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Stability Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| TCS | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Knee Airbag | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| ABS EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Alarm System | - | 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 |
| Anti Theft Alarm | - | Yes |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | - | 8 |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | - | 8 |
| ESC With Traction Control | - | Yes |
| Tracking System | - | Optional |
| Spec | eTruckmate | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Lane Keep Assist | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Lane Departure Warning | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Parking Sensors | Not Officially Disclosed | Front and Rear |
| Rear View Camera | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| 360 Degree Camera | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Auto Highbeam | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Auto Wipers | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Reverse Camera | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Park Assist | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Around View Monitor | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Blind Spot Warning | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Forward Collision Warning | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Auto Lights | - | Yes |
| Eco Mode | - | Yes |
| EV Mode | - | Yes |
| Sport Mode | - | Yes |
| Attention Assist | - | Yes |
| Auto Park Assist | - | No |
| Emergency Braking | - | Yes |
| Front Camera | - | Yes |
| Parking Distance Sensors | - | Front and Rear |
| Parking Sensor | - | Front and Rear |
| Automatic High Beam | - | Yes |
| Pre-Collision System | - | Yes |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | - | Yes |
| Rear View Camera | - | Yes |
| Reverse Camera Type | - | Yes |
| Reversing Camera | - | Yes |
| Surround View Camera | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Spec | eTruckmate | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Not Officially Disclosed | Nappa Leather |
| Heated Seats | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Ventilated Seats | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Ambient Lighting | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Material | Not Officially Disclosed | Leather Wrapped |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Not Officially Disclosed | 12-Way Electric |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | Not Officially Disclosed | 4-Way Manual |
| Seat Trim | Not Officially Disclosed | Nappa Leather |
| Seat Adjustment | - | Yes |
| Steering Type | - | Yes |
| Steering Adjustment | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Folding Rear Seats | - | 60/40 Split |
| Front Armrest | - | Yes |
| Rear Armrest | - | Yes |
| Front Shoulder Room | - | 1520 mm |
| Rear Shoulder Room | - | 1480 mm |
| Cup Holders | - | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | - | Yes |
| Rear USB Ports | - | Yes |
| Instrument Cluster Type | - | Digital Instrument Cluster |
| Interior Colour Options | - | 2 |
| Driver Lumbar Support | - | Yes |
| Door Map Pockets | - | Yes |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | - | Yes |
| Adjustable Front Seat | - | Yes |
| Cooled Seats | - | Yes |
| Fabric Seats | - | No |
| Front Headrest | - | Adjustable |
| Leather Seats | - | Yes |
| Memory Seats | - | Yes |
| Rear Headrest | - | Adjustable |
| Armrest Front | - | Folding with storage |
| Armrest Rear | - | Centre folding with cupholders |
| Boot Space Seats Down | - | 780 |
| Cargo Net | - | No |
| Driver Seat | - | Yes |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | - | Quilted Nappa leather upholstery. 14.6-inch infotainment touchscreen with wireless CarPlay and Android Auto. Full digital instrument cluster with multi-display configurations. Head-up display. Ventilated and heated front |
| Interior Courtesy Lights | - | LED |
| Interior Trim Colour | - | Black with silver accents |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | - | Nappa Leather |
| Massage Seat Front | - | Yes |
| Interior Colours | - | 2 |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | - | Yes |
| Rear Seat Entertainment | - | No |
| Rear Seat Ventilation | - | No |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | - | Yes |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Fore Aft | - | Yes |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Height | - | Yes |
| Seat Belt Warning | - | Yes |
| Seat Fold Type | - | 60/40 Split |
| Seat Heating Rear | - | Yes |
| Seat Ventilation Rear | - | Yes |
| Third Row Seating Capacity | - | 0 |
| Third Row Seats | - | No |
| Spec | eTruckmate | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Climate Control | Air conditioning | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Keyless Entry | Central locking | Yes |
| Push Button Start | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Wireless Charging | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Sunroof | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Electric Tailgate | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| AC Type | Air conditioning | Yes |
| Load Bed Length | - | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | - | Not Applicable |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Yes |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | - | Yes |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | 780 l |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | 780 l |
| 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 |
| Adaptive Dampers | - | Yes |
| Aero Kit | - | No |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | - | Yes |
| Boot Opener | - | Yes |
| Chrome Exterior Highlights | - | Yes |
| Chrome Grille | - | Yes |
| Climate Zones | - | 3 |
| Door Ajar Warning | - | Yes |
| Drag Coefficient | - | 0.38 |
| Driver Display | - | Digital |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | - | Yes |
| Engine Check Warning | - | Yes |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | - | Yes |
| Engine Start Stop | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Engine Warranty | - | 5 Years / 100,000 km |
| Front Armrest | - | Yes |
| Front Power Outlet | - | Yes |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | - | 2.5 |
| Fuel Lid Opener | - | Yes |
| Glovebox Cooling | - | No |
| Headlamp Height Adjust | - | Yes |
| Headlamp Washer | - | No |
| Headrest Adjustable | - | Yes |
| Heads Up Display | - | Yes |
| Hill Start Assist | - | Yes |
| Impact Sensing Door Unlock | - | Yes |
| Intercooler | - | Yes |
| Multi Function Steering | - | Yes |
| Panoramic Roof | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Performance Data Logger | - | No |
| Power Mirrors | - | Yes |
| Push Button Start | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Rear Defogger | - | Yes |
| Rear Reading Lamps | - | Yes |
| Rear Seat Split | - | 60/40 |
| Rear Wing | - | Integrated Spoiler |
| Remote Engine Start | - | Yes |
| Rev Matching | - | No |
| Ride Mode Selection | - | Yes |
| Roof Antenna | - | Shark Fin Antenna |
| Seat Type | - | High Bolster Sports Seat |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | - | Yes |
| Service Reminder | - | Yes |
| Side Steps | - | Yes |
| Skid Plates | - | Yes |
| Spare Wheel | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Speed Alert System | - | Yes |
| Stabilizer Bar | - | Yes |
| Steering Mounted Controls | - | Yes |
| Steering Response | - | Progressive |
| Tachometer | - | Yes |
| Tail Lamps | - | Yes |
| Telescopic Steering | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Tilt Steering | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Trip Computer | - | Yes |
| Tyre Repair Kit | - | No |
| Vanity Mirror | - | Yes |
| Voice Command | - | Yes |
| Voice Command Support | - | Yes |
| Accelerator 0 100 | - | 340 sec |
| Active Safety Alert | - | Yes |
| Air Conditioning | Air conditioning | Yes |
| Ambient Light Zones | - | Multi-zone |
| Automatic High Beam | - | Yes |
| Bed Extender | - | Not Available |
| Bottle Holders | - | Yes |
| Canopy Fitment | - | Not Available |
| Centre Console | - | Full-length with storage |
| Coat Hooks Rear | - | Yes |
| Common Rail Injection | - | Direct Injection |
| Cornering Lights | - | Yes |
| Diff Lock | - | Yes |
| Difflock | - | Yes |
| Digital Speedometer | - | Yes |
| Door Sill Trim | - | Aluminium |
| Driver Drowsiness Detection | - | Yes |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | - | Electric |
| Follow Me Home Lights | - | Yes |
| Front Diff Lock | - | Yes |
| Front Reading Lamps | - | Yes |
| Front Wiper | - | Yes |
| Front Wipers Type | - | Variable intermittent |
| Glove Box | - | Lockable illuminated |
| Grab Handles Rear | - | Yes |
| Headrest Front | - | Adjustable |
| Headrest Rear | - | Adjustable |
| Heated Mirrors | - | Yes |
| Horn Type | - | Electric |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | - | Yes |
| Intelligent Speed Assist | - | Yes |
| Lift Gate | - | Yes |
| Load Bed Cover | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Light | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Steps | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Length Mm | - | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Width Mm | - | Not Applicable |
| Low Speed Manoeuvring Assist | - | Yes |
| Manual Aircon | - | Yes |
| Mirror | - | Electric Adjustable |
| Oil Pressure Warning | - | Yes |
| Passive Entry Start | - | Yes |
| Pedal Covers | - | Aluminium-style |
| Power Socket 12v | - | Yes |
| Powered Tailgate | - | Yes |
| Puddle Lights | - | Yes |
| Reading Lights Front | - | Yes |
| Reading Lights Rear | - | Yes |
| Rear Air Conditioning | - | Yes |
| Rear Diff Lock | - | Yes |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | - | Yes |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | - | Yes |
| Refrigerated Console | - | Yes |
| Remote Central Locking | - | Yes |
| Remote Side Mirror | - | Yes |
| Remote Start | - | No |
| Rev Counter | - | Yes |
| Rim Size | 14-inch wheels | 22 |
| Roof Load | - | 50 kg |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | - | Yes |
| Side Impact Bars | - | Yes |
| Sonar | - | Front and Rear |
| Sound System | Not Officially Disclosed | 12 |
| Source Model Column | - | tank-500 |
| Sport Plus Mode | - | Not Available |
| Sports Bar | - | Not Available |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | - | Yes |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | - | Yes |
| Steering Column Adjustment | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Sub Frame | - | Body on Frame Ladder Chassis |
| Sunvisors | - | Dual with vanity mirrors |
| Surround View Monitor | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Tailgate Damper | - | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | - | Not Available |
| Temperature Gauge | - | Yes |
| Three Zone Climate | - | Yes |
| Tie Down Hooks | - | Yes |
| Tow Bar Type | - | Receiver hitch compatible |
| TPMS | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Trailer Stability Assist | - | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Trailer Sway Control | - | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Trim Level | - | flagship |
| Unlocking | Central locking | Yes |
| Vanity Mirror Illuminated | - | Yes |
| Variant Role | - | Flagship / premium derivative |
| Vdc | - | Yes |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | - | Yes |
| Walk Away Lock | - | Yes |
| Welcome Lighting | - | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Spec | eTruckmate | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Apple CarPlay | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Android Auto | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Yes | Yes |
| Number of Speakers | Not Officially Disclosed | 12 |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| USB Ports | Not Officially Disclosed | 4 |
| Infotainment Screen | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Touchscreen | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Navigation System | - | Yes |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Wireless Android Auto | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| FM Radio | - | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Yes |
| Voice Recognition | - | Yes |
| Infotainment Screen Size | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | - | Yes |
| Audio Controls On Steering | - | Yes |
| Infotainment Display | - | 14.6-inch Touchscreen |
| Rear Usb | - | Yes |
| Premium Audio | - | Yes |
| Audio | - | Yes |
| Audio Speakers | Not Officially Disclosed | 12 |
| Audio System | - | Yes |
| Display Audio | - | Yes |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | - | 4 |
| Head Up Display | - | Yes |
| Multi Information Display | - | Digital Instrument Cluster |
| Connected Services | - | Yes |
| Voice Control | - | Yes |
| Smartphone Connectivity | - | Yes |
| Radio | - | Yes |
| Spec | eTruckmate | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Daytime Running Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Exterior Colour Options | Not Officially Disclosed | 6 |
| Headlights | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Alloy Wheel Design | - | 5-Spoke Premium Alloy |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | - | Yes |
| Body Cladding | - | Yes |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Yes |
| Roof Type | - | Metal Roof |
| Wing Mirror Type | - | Electric Adjustable |
| Rear Wiper | - | Yes |
| Door Handle Finish | - | Body Coloured |
| Body Type | - | SUV |
| DRL | Yes | Yes |
| Fog Lights | - | Yes |
| Front Fog Lights | - | Yes |
| Led Headlights | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Led Taillights | - | Yes |
| Rear Fog Lights | - | Yes |
| Front Overhang | - | 880 mm |
| Rear Overhang | - | 890 mm |
| Auto Headlights | - | Yes |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Yes |
| Daytime Running Lights | Yes | Yes |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | - | Metal Roof |
| Exterior Colour Options | - | 6 |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | - | Body Coloured |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | - | Yes |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | - | Electric |
| Front Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlamp Levelling | - | Yes |
| Headlamps | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Headlight Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Load Bed Liner | - | Not Available |
| Active Exhaust | - | Not Available |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Yes |
| Spec | eTruckmate | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | Not Officially Disclosed | 33 deg |
| Departure Angle | Not Officially Disclosed | 28 deg |
| Wading Depth | Not Officially Disclosed | 800 mm |
| Terrain Modes | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Locking Differential | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| 4WD System Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Breakover Angle | Not Officially Disclosed | 22 deg |
| Underbody Protection | - | Yes |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | - | 22 deg |
| Recovery Hooks | - | No |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Ramp-over Angle | - | 22 deg |
| Approach Angle Deg | - | 33 deg |
| Breakover Angle Deg | - | 22 deg |
| Departure Angle Deg | - | 28 deg |
| Ground Clearance Max | - | 280 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | - | 224 mm |
| Off Road Descent Control | - | Not Available |
| Off Road Traction Assist | - | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Front | - | Yes |
| Skid Plates Fuel Tank | - | Yes |
| Terrain Mode Mud | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Rock | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Sand | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Snow | - | Not Available |
| Underbody Camera | - | Yes |
| Wading Depth Mm | - | 800 mm |
| Spec | eTruckmate | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 175R14 | 285/45R22 |
| Front Brake Type | Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Drum | Disc |
| Spare Wheel Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Wheel Rim Size | 14-inch wheels | 22 |
| Handbrake Type | Manual | Electronic parking brake |
| Wheel Type | - | 5-Spoke Premium Alloy |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | - | 308 mm |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | - | 292 mm |
| Parking Brake Type | - | Electronic |
| Tyre Load Index | - | 114 |
| Tyre Speed Rating | - | V |
| Brake Type Front | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Brake Type Rear | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Spare Tyre | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Tyre Type | - | Highway All-Terrain |
| Front Tyre Width | - | 285 mm |
| Rear Tyre Width | - | 285 mm |
| Wheel Diameter | 14-inch wheels | 22 |
| Auto Brake Hold | - | Yes |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | - | Yes |
| Brakes | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Cornering Brake Control | - | Yes |
| Electric Park Brake | - | Electronic |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | - | Yes |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | - | Not Available |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | - | Yes |
| Leather Steering Wheel | - | Leather Wrapped |
| Spare Wheel Location | - | Under vehicle / boot floor |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | - | Alloy |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | - | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | - | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Trim | - | Leather Wrapped |
| Tyre Pressure Display | - | Yes |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Wheel Cover | - | Alloy |
| Wheel Locking Nuts | - | Yes |
| Wheel Material | - | 5-Spoke Premium Alloy |
| Wheel Size Type | - | 22 |
| Wheels | - | 5-Spoke Premium Alloy |
| Spec | eTruckmate | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Front Suspension | Independent | Double Wishbone with Adaptive Dampers |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf spring | Multi-Link with Adaptive Dampers |
| Front Track Width | - | 1560 mm |
| Rear Track Width | - | 1570 mm |
| Chassis Type | - | Body on Frame Ladder Chassis |
| Power Steering | - | Yes |
| Steering Column | - | Adjustable |
| Front Spring Type | - | Coil Spring |
| Rear Spring Type | - | Air Spring |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | - | Yes |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | - | Yes |
| Shock Absorber Type | - | Hydraulic |
| Air Suspension | - | Yes |
| Air Suspension Modes | - | 5 |
| Chassis Material | - | Body on Frame Ladder Chassis |
| Front Suspension Type | Independent | Double Wishbone with Adaptive Dampers |
| MagneRide Damping | - | Not Available |
| Rear Axle Type | - | Multi-Link with Adaptive Dampers |
| Rear Suspension Type | Leaf spring | Multi-Link with Adaptive Dampers |
| Shock Absorbers | - | Hydraulic |
| Suspension | - | Double Wishbone with Adaptive Dampers |
| Spec | eTruckmate | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 0 g/km | 58 g/km |
| Start Stop System | - | Yes |
| Hybrid System Type | - | Plug-In Hybrid AWD (Hi4-T) |
| Noise Level | - | Low |
| Variable Valve Timing | - | Yes |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | - | 95 Octane Unleaded |
| Particulate Filter | - | No |
| Euro Emission Standard | - | Euro 5 |
| Green NCAP Rating | - | 5/5 |
| Idle CO2 Output | - | 58 |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | - | EVAP Canister |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | - | 58 |
| Spec | eTruckmate | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Service Plan | Service plans available | 5 Years / 75,000 km |
| Service Interval | - | 10000 |
| Approx Service Cost | - | Included in Service Plan |
| Battery Warranty | - | 8 Years / 160,000 km |
| Maintenance Plan | - | 5 Years / 75,000 km |
| Engine Oil Capacity | - | 7.5 l |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | - | 10,000 km |
| First Service At | - | 5000 |
| Service Plan Duration | Service plans available | 5 Years / 75,000 km |
| Service Plan Distance | Service plans available | 5 Years / 75,000 km |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | - | Yes |
| Alternator | - | 110A |
| Service Intervals | - | 10000 |
| Spec | eTruckmate | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Current South African derivative | Flagship |
| Price Zar | 575000 ZAR | 1149900 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Current South African retail price | Current listed price |
| Starting Price | 575000 | 1149900 |
| Starting Price Zar | 575000 | 1149900 |
| Spec | eTruckmate | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty | Battery and electric motor: 5 years / 200,000 km; balance: 3 years / 100,000 km; roadside assistance 5 years | 5 Years / 100,000 km |
| Warranty Years | Battery and electric motor: 5 years / 200,000 km; balance: 3 years / 100,000 km; roadside assistance 5 years | 5 Years / 100,000 km |
| Warranty Kilometers | Battery and electric motor: 5 years / 200,000 km; balance: 3 years / 100,000 km; roadside assistance 5 years | 5 Years / 100,000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | - | Yes |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | - | 6 Years |
| Basic Warranty | Battery and electric motor: 5 years / 200,000 km; balance: 3 years / 100,000 km; roadside assistance 5 years | 5 Years / 100,000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | - | Yes |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | - | Yes |
| Spec | eTruckmate | Tank 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | - | 3.0 l/100km |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | - | 4.5 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | - | 3.5 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | - | 5.5 l/100km |
In depth: how these cars differ
This eTruckmate and Tank 500 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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eTruckmate vs Tank 500 questions
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