LDV G10+ Van vs KIA K2500
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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LDV G10+ Van
G10+ Van 2.0D 8-Speed Automatic
Diesel
8-Speed Automatic
Current
ZAR 565,200
ex-showroom
⚡ 118 kW
🔧 375 Nm
⛽ 11.49 km/l
VS
KIA K2500
2.5TD Tipper
Diesel
5-Speed Manual
Current
ZAR 460,995
ex-showroom
⚡ 70 kW
🔧 225 Nm
⛽ 9.5 km/l
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Decision summary
LDV G10+ Van vs KIA K2500: the short answer
G10+ Van holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over K2500.
K2500 starts ZAR 140,205 cheaper
G10+ Van from ZAR 565,200 · K2500 from ZAR 424,995
Five key differences
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| Specification | G10+ Van | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | G10+ Van118 kW | K250070 kW @ 3600 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | G10+ Van375 Nm | K2500225 Nm @ 1500 rpm |
| Engine Size | G10+ Van1996 cc | K25002498 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | G10+ Van11.49 km/l | K25009.5 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | G10+ VanNot Officially Disclosed | K2500195 mm |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Independent editorial assessment
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KIA K2500
2.5TD Tipper
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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Specification evidence leader
G10+ Van
Strengths
- More powerful engine output
- Better fuel efficiency
- Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
- Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:
Published Performance
Published Efficiency
K2500
Strengths
- Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
- Less powerful engine setup
- Lower fuel efficiency
- Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:
Published Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
G10+ Van
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
- Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
K2500
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
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| Spec | G10+ Van | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2026 | 2000 |
| Generation | Current South African G10+ Van generation. | Long-running commercial truck; second generation with D4BH engine |
| Facelift History | No later South African facelift is published. | Updated periodically; current specification ongoing production |
| Facelift Launched Since | 2026 | Original current-generation version |
| Facelift Version Ending | Current | Current |
| Body Style | Two-seat medium panel van | Van |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Production Status | active | active |
| Segment | Van | Van |
| Vehicle Type | Van | Van |
| Color Note | - | White (standard fleet specification) |
| Dealer Stock Note | - | Top grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Tare Mass Kg | - | 1980 kg |
| Spec | G10+ Van | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5168 mm | 5160 mm |
| Width | 1980 mm | 1900 mm |
| Height | 1928 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3198 mm | 2890 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | Not Officially Disclosed | 195 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | Not Officially Disclosed | 145 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | 75 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 5200 l | 3000 l |
| Kerb Weight | 2085 kg | 1980 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 3000 kg | 3500 kg |
| Payload Capacity | 915 kg | 1000 kg |
| Towing Capacity | 1500 kg | 1400 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Rows | 1 rows | 1 rows |
| Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 5.9 m | 12.5 m |
| Front Headroom | Not Officially Disclosed | 1010 mm |
| Rear Headroom | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Front Legroom | Not Officially Disclosed | 1040 mm |
| Rear Legroom | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Spec | G10+ Van | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.0L turbo diesel | 2.5-litre Turbocharged Diesel |
| Engine Code | Not Officially Disclosed | J2T |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 1996 cc | 2498 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Cylinder Layout | Inline | Inline |
| Valves | 16 | 8 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 | 2 |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | Turbocharged |
| Fuel System | Common-rail direct injection | Direct Injection Turbodiesel |
| Compression Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 18.0:1 |
| Bore | Not Officially Disclosed | 91 mm |
| Stroke | Not Officially Disclosed | 96 mm |
| Maximum Power | 118 kW | 70 kW @ 3600 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 375 Nm | 225 Nm @ 1500 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 | RWD | RWD |
| Transmission | 8-Speed Automatic | 5-Speed Manual |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 140 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Launch Control | No | No |
| Rev Limiter | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 56.59 kW/tonne | 35.4 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 179.86 Nm/tonne | 113.6 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 | G10+ Van | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | 8-speed automatic | 5-Speed Manual |
| Drivetrain Layout | Front-engine rear-wheel drive | RWD |
| LSD Available | Not Available | No |
| Transfer Case | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Differential Lock | Not Available | No |
| Paddle Shifters | Not Available | No |
| Final Drive Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 4.30 |
| Number of Gears | 8 | 5 |
| Transmission Type | Torque-converter automatic | Manual Transmission |
| Clutch Type | Torque converter | Single Dry Disc |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Standard | Yes |
| Gear Shift Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Manual |
| Drivetrain | RWD | 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 | Not Available | No |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Available | Not Applicable |
| Gearbox Type | Automatic | 5-Speed Manual |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Axle Layout | Rear-wheel drive | RWD |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Available | Not Applicable |
| Transmission Speeds | 8 | 5 |
| Engine Position | - | Front Transverse |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | - | 15.2:1 |
| Differential Type Front | - | Not Available |
| Differential Type Rear | - | Not Available |
| Transfer Case Guard | - | Not Available |
| Spec | G10+ Van | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 11.49 km/l | 9.5 km/l |
| City Mileage | Not Officially Disclosed | 8.0 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | Not Officially Disclosed | 11.1 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 l | 75 l |
| Emission Standard | Not Officially Disclosed | Euro 3 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Auto Start Stop | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Real-world Mileage | 11.49 km/l | 9.5 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 75 | 75 |
| Combined Driving Range | 862.07 | Not Applicable |
| Electric Consumption | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Highway | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Mixed | 789.47 km | Not Applicable |
| Low Fuel Warning | - | Yes |
| Spec | G10+ Van | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 2 | 0 |
| ABS | Standard | No |
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard | No |
| Traction Control | Standard | No |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Hill Start Assist | Standard | No |
| Child Safety Lock | Not Applicable | No |
| ISOFIX Mounts | Not Applicable | No |
| Brake Assist | Standard | No |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Standard | No |
| Engine Immobiliser | Standard | Yes |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Standard | Yes |
| Front Parking Sensors | Not Available | No |
| AEB | Not Available | No |
| BA | Standard | No |
| Brake Override System | Yes | Yes |
| Curtain Airbags | Not Available | No |
| Driver Airbag | Standard | No |
| EBD | Standard | No |
| Engine Immobiliser | Standard | Yes |
| Hill Hold | Standard | No |
| Passenger Airbag | Standard | No |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Not Available | No |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Standard | Yes |
| Side Airbags | Not Available | No |
| Stability Control | Standard | No |
| TCS | Standard | No |
| Knee Airbag | Not Available | No |
| ABS EBD | Standard | No |
| Alarm System | - | No |
| Central Locking | - | Yes |
| Side Impact Beams | - | Yes |
| Speed Alert System | - | Yes |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | - | No |
| Whiplash Protection | - | No |
| Lane Change Warning | - | No |
| Fatigue Detection | - | No |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | - | No |
| Anti Theft Alarm | - | No |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | - | 0 |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | - | 0 |
| ESC With Traction Control | - | No |
| Spec | G10+ Van | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Standard | No |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Not Available | No |
| Lane Keep Assist | Not Available | No |
| Lane Departure Warning | Not Available | No |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Not Available | No |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Not Available | No |
| Parking Sensors | Standard | No |
| Rear View Camera | Standard | No |
| 360 Degree Camera | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Not Available | No |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Not Available | No |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Not Available | No |
| Auto Highbeam | Not Available | No |
| Auto Wipers | Not Available | No |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Standard | No |
| Reverse Camera | Standard | No |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Not Available | No |
| Park Assist | Not Available | No |
| Around View Monitor | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Blind Spot Warning | Not Available | No |
| Forward Collision Warning | Not Available | No |
| Auto Lights | - | No |
| Eco Mode | - | No |
| EV Mode | - | No |
| Sport Mode | - | No |
| Emergency Braking | - | No |
| Front Camera | - | No |
| Parking Distance Sensors | - | No |
| Parking Sensor | - | No |
| Automatic High Beam | - | No |
| Pre-Collision System | - | No |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | - | No |
| Rear View Camera | - | No |
| Reverse Camera Type | - | No |
| Reversing Camera | - | No |
| Surround View Camera | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Spec | G10+ Van | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Fabric | Vinyl |
| Heated Seats | Not Available | No |
| Ventilated Seats | Not Available | No |
| Ambient Lighting | Not Available | No |
| Steering Wheel Material | Polyurethane | Urethane |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Manual | 2-Way Manual |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | Manual | 2-Way Manual |
| Seat Trim | Fabric | Vinyl |
| Seat Adjustment | - | 2-Way Manual |
| Steering Type | - | Yes |
| Steering Adjustment | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Folding Rear Seats | - | No |
| Front Armrest | - | No |
| Rear Armrest | - | No |
| Front Shoulder Room | - | 1405 mm |
| Rear Shoulder Room | - | 1350 mm |
| Cup Holders | - | 2 |
| Rear AC Vents | - | No |
| Rear USB Ports | - | No |
| Instrument Cluster Type | - | Analogue |
| Interior Colour Options | - | Grey |
| Driver Lumbar Support | - | No |
| Door Map Pockets | - | Yes |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | - | 2-Way Manual |
| Adjustable Front Seat | - | 2-Way Manual |
| Cooled Seats | - | No |
| Fabric Seats | - | No |
| Front Headrest | - | Adjustable |
| Leather Seats | - | No |
| Memory Seats | - | No |
| Rear Headrest | - | No |
| Armrest Front | - | No |
| Armrest Rear | - | No |
| Driver Seat | - | 2-Way Manual |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | - | Commercial cab, driver and passenger seating, basic instrumentation, air conditioning (Aircon variant), manual controls |
| Interior Trim Colour | - | Grey |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | - | Vinyl |
| Interior Colours | - | Grey |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | - | No |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | - | No |
| Seat Belt Warning | - | Yes |
| Seat Fold Type | - | No |
| Spec | G10+ Van | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Climate Control | Not Available | No |
| Power Windows | Standard | No |
| Keyless Entry | Not Available | No |
| Push Button Start | Not Available | No |
| Wireless Charging | Not Available | No |
| Sunroof | Not Available | No |
| Electric Tailgate | Not Applicable | No |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Not Available | No |
| AC Type | Not Available | No |
| Load Bed Length | - | 2200 mm |
| Load Bed Width | - | 1600 mm |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | No |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | - | No |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | Not Applicable |
| Rear Window Defroster | - | No |
| Electric Mirror Folding | - | No |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | - | No |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | - | No |
| 12V Accessory Socket | - | Yes |
| Speed Limiter | - | Yes |
| Adaptive Dampers | - | No |
| Aero Kit | - | No |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | - | No |
| Boot Opener | - | Manual |
| Chrome Exterior Highlights | - | No |
| Chrome Grille | - | No |
| Climate Zones | - | 1 |
| Door Ajar Warning | - | Yes |
| Drag Coefficient | - | 0.46 |
| Driver Display | - | Analogue Cluster |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | - | No |
| Engine Check Warning | - | Yes |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | - | No |
| Engine Start Stop | Not Available | No |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Not Available | No |
| Engine Warranty | - | 5 Years / 150,000 km |
| Front Armrest | - | No |
| Front Power Outlet | - | No |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | - | 10.5 |
| Fuel Lid Opener | - | Manual |
| Glovebox Cooling | - | No |
| Headlamp Height Adjust | - | Yes |
| Headlamp Washer | - | No |
| Headrest Adjustable | - | Yes |
| Heads Up Display | - | No |
| Hill Start Assist | - | No |
| Impact Sensing Door Unlock | - | Yes |
| Intercooler | - | Yes |
| Multi Function Steering | - | No |
| Panoramic Roof | Not Available | No |
| Performance Data Logger | - | No |
| Power Mirrors | - | No |
| Push Button Start | Not Available | No |
| Rear Defogger | - | No |
| Rear Reading Lamps | - | No |
| Rear Seat Split | - | No |
| Rear Wing | - | No |
| Remote Engine Start | - | No |
| Rev Matching | - | No |
| Ride Mode Selection | - | No |
| Roof Antenna | - | Yes |
| Seat Type | - | Vinyl Seats |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | - | Yes |
| Service Reminder | - | Yes |
| Side Steps | - | No |
| Skid Plates | - | No |
| Spare Wheel | Full-size spare | Full-Size Spare |
| Speed Alert System | - | No |
| Stabilizer Bar | - | Yes |
| Steering Mounted Controls | - | No |
| Steering Response | - | Normal |
| Tachometer | - | Yes |
| Tail Lamps | - | No |
| Telescopic Steering | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Tilt Steering | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Trip Computer | - | Yes |
| Tyre Repair Kit | - | No |
| Vanity Mirror | - | No |
| Voice Command | - | No |
| Voice Command Support | - | No |
| Air Conditioning | Not Available | No |
| Automatic High Beam | - | No |
| Battery Preconditioning | - | Not Available |
| Bed Extender | - | Not Available |
| Bottle Holders | - | 2 |
| Canopy Fitment | - | Not Available |
| Centre Console | - | No |
| Common Rail Injection | - | Direct Injection Turbodiesel |
| Diff Lock | - | No |
| Difflock | - | No |
| Digital Speedometer | - | No |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | - | No |
| Front Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Front Wiper | - | No |
| Front Wipers Type | - | No |
| Glove Box | - | Yes |
| Heated Mirrors | - | No |
| Intelligent Battery System | - | Not Available |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | - | No |
| Lift Gate | - | No |
| Load Bed Cover | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Light | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Steps | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Length Mm | - | 2200 mm |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Width Mm | - | 1600 mm |
| Manual Aircon | - | No |
| Mirror | - | Manual |
| One Pedal Driving | - | Not Available |
| Passive Entry Start | - | No |
| Power Socket 12v | - | Yes |
| Powered Tailgate | - | No |
| Reading Lights Rear | - | No |
| Rear Air Conditioning | - | No |
| Rear Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Rear Electric Motor | - | Not Available |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | - | No |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | - | No |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | - | Not Available |
| Remote Central Locking | - | Yes |
| Remote Side Mirror | - | No |
| Remote Start | - | No |
| Rim Size | 16 | 195R15C |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | - | No |
| Side Impact Bars | - | Yes |
| Sonar | - | No |
| Sound System | Not Officially Disclosed | 2 |
| Source Model Column | - | k2500 |
| Sport Plus Mode | - | Not Available |
| Sports Bar | - | Not Available |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | - | Yes |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | - | No |
| Steering Column Adjustment | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Sub Frame | - | Body-on-Frame |
| Surround View Monitor | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Tailgate Damper | - | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | - | Not Available |
| Tow Bar Type | - | Not Available |
| TPMS | Standard | No |
| Trim Level | - | top |
| Unlocking | Not Available | No |
| Vanity Mirror Illuminated | - | No |
| Variant Role | - | Commercial utility derivative |
| Vdc | - | No |
| Vehicle To Grid | - | Not Available |
| Vehicle To Load | - | Not Available |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | - | No |
| Walk Away Lock | - | No |
| Wireless Charger | Not Available | No |
| Spec | G10+ Van | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | Touchscreen multimedia system | 0-inch Touchscreen |
| Apple CarPlay | Standard | No |
| Android Auto | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Standard | No |
| Number of Speakers | Not Officially Disclosed | 2 |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | Not Available | No |
| USB Ports | Standard | 0 |
| Infotainment Screen | Not Officially Disclosed | 0 |
| Touchscreen | Not Officially Disclosed | 0 |
| Navigation System | - | No |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Standard | No |
| Wireless Android Auto | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| FM Radio | - | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | No |
| Voice Recognition | - | No |
| AUX Input | - | No |
| Infotainment Screen Size | Not Officially Disclosed | 0 |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | - | No |
| Audio Controls On Steering | - | No |
| Infotainment Display | - | 0 |
| Rear Usb | - | No |
| Premium Audio | - | No |
| Audio | - | Yes |
| Audio Speakers | Not Officially Disclosed | 2 |
| Audio System | - | Yes |
| Display Audio | - | 0-inch Touchscreen |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | - | 0 |
| Head Up Display | - | No |
| Multi Information Display | - | Analogue |
| Connected Services | - | No |
| Voice Control | - | No |
| Smartphone Connectivity | - | No |
| Radio | - | Yes |
| Spec | G10+ Van | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Daytime Running Lamps | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Fog Lamps | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Roof Rails | Not Available | No |
| Exterior Colour Options | Not Officially Disclosed | White |
| Headlights | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Not Available | No |
| Alloy Wheel Design | - | Steel |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | - | No |
| Body Cladding | - | No |
| Rear Spoiler | - | No |
| Roof Type | - | Cab |
| Wing Mirror Type | - | Manual |
| Rear Wiper | - | No |
| Door Handle Finish | - | Metal |
| Body Type | - | Tipper Truck |
| DRL | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Fog Lights | - | No |
| Front Fog Lights | - | No |
| Led Headlights | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Led Taillights | - | No |
| Rear Fog Lights | - | No |
| Front Overhang | - | 870 mm |
| Rear Overhang | - | 1400 mm |
| Auto Headlights | - | No |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | No |
| Daytime Running Lights | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | - | Cab |
| Exterior Colour Options | - | 1 |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | - | Metal |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | - | No |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | - | No |
| Front Fog Lamps | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Headlamp Levelling | - | No |
| Headlamps | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Headlight Type | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Load Bed Liner | - | Not Available |
| Active Exhaust | - | Not Available |
| Rear Spoiler | - | No |
| Spec | G10+ Van | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | Not Officially Disclosed | 25 deg |
| Departure Angle | Not Officially Disclosed | 17 deg |
| Wading Depth | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Terrain Modes | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| Locking Differential | Not Available | No |
| 4WD System Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Breakover Angle | Not Officially Disclosed | 15 deg |
| Underbody Protection | - | No |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | - | 15 deg |
| Recovery Hooks | - | Yes |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Ramp-over Angle | - | 19 deg |
| Approach Angle Deg | - | 25 deg |
| Departure Angle Deg | - | 17 deg |
| Energy Recovery Display | - | Not Available |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | - | Not Available |
| Ground Clearance Max | - | 195 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | - | 195 mm |
| Off Road Descent Control | - | Not Available |
| Off Road Traction Assist | - | Not Available |
| Crawl Control | - | 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 |
| Spec | G10+ Van | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 215/70 R16 | 195R15C |
| Front Brake Type | Ventilated disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc | Drum |
| Spare Wheel Type | Full-size spare | Full-Size Spare |
| Wheel Rim Size | 16 | 195R15C |
| Handbrake Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Manual |
| Wheel Type | - | Steel |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | - | 300 mm |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | - | 276 mm |
| Parking Brake Type | - | Manual |
| Tyre Load Index | - | 116 |
| Tyre Speed Rating | - | L |
| Brake Type Front | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Brake Type Rear | - | Drum |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size spare | Full-Size Spare |
| Tyre Type | - | Radial |
| Front Tyre Width | - | 195 mm |
| Rear Tyre Width | - | 195 mm |
| Wheel Diameter | 16 | 195R15C |
| Auto Brake Hold | - | Manual |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | - | No |
| Brakes | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Cornering Brake Control | - | No |
| Electric Park Brake | - | Manual |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | - | No |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | - | Not Available |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | - | No |
| Leather Steering Wheel | - | Urethane |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | - | Full-Size Spare |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | No |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | - | No |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | - | No |
| Steering Wheel Trim | - | Urethane |
| Tyre Pressure Display | - | No |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Standard | No |
| Wheel Material | - | Steel |
| Wheel Size Type | - | 195R15C |
| Wheels | - | Steel |
| Spec | G10+ Van | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut | Independent Double Wishbone |
| Rear Suspension | Five-link coil spring | Rigid Axle Leaf Spring |
| Front Track Width | - | 1530 mm |
| Rear Track Width | - | 1580 mm |
| Chassis Type | - | Body-on-Frame |
| Power Steering | - | Yes |
| Steering Column | - | Adjustable |
| Front Spring Type | - | Coil Spring |
| Rear Spring Type | - | Leaf Spring |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | - | Yes |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | - | No |
| Shock Absorber Type | - | Telescopic |
| Chassis Material | - | Body-on-Frame |
| Front Suspension Type | MacPherson strut | Independent Double Wishbone |
| MagneRide Damping | - | Not Available |
| Rear Axle Type | - | Rigid Axle Leaf Spring |
| Rear Suspension Type | Five-link coil spring | Rigid Axle Leaf Spring |
| Shock Absorbers | - | Telescopic |
| Suspension | - | Independent Double Wishbone |
| Spec | G10+ Van | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 228 g/km | 275 g/km |
| Start Stop System | - | No |
| Hybrid System Type | - | Not Available |
| Noise Level | - | 78 dB |
| Variable Valve Timing | - | No |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | - | B7 Diesel |
| Particulate Filter | - | DPF |
| Euro Emission Standard | - | Euro 3 |
| Idle CO2 Output | - | 289 |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | - | No |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | - | 275 |
| Spec | G10+ Van | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Service Plan | 5 years / 100000 km | 1 Year / 15,000 km |
| Service Interval | - | 7500 |
| Approx Service Cost | - | R2,000 per service |
| Battery Warranty | - | 5 Years / 150,000 km |
| Maintenance Plan | - | 1 Year / 15,000 km |
| Engine Oil Capacity | - | 8.0 l |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | - | 7500 |
| First Service At | - | 7500 |
| Service Plan Duration | 5 years / 100000 km | 1 Year / 15,000 km |
| Service Plan Distance | 5 years / 100000 km | 1 Year / 15,000 km |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | - | Yes |
| Alternator | - | Yes |
| Service Intervals | - | 7500 |
| Spec | G10+ Van | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Commercial vehicle | Top |
| Price Zar | 565200 ZAR | 460995 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Current go-live price | Current listed price |
| Starting Price | 565200 | 460995 |
| Starting Price Zar | 565200 | 460995 |
| Spec | G10+ Van | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty | 5 years / 200000 km | 5 Years / 150,000 km |
| Warranty Years | 5 years / 200000 km | 5 Years / 150,000 km |
| Warranty Kilometers | 5 years / 200000 km | 5 Years / 150,000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | - | 3 Years |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | - | 3 Years |
| Basic Warranty | 5 years / 200000 km | 5 Years / 150,000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | - | 3 Years |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | - | 3 Years |
| Spec | G10+ Van | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | - | 6.8 l/100km |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | - | 8.8 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | - | 10.0 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | - | 11.7 l/100km |
In depth: how these cars differ
This G10+ Van and K2500 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: G10+ Van 61 vs K2500 41.
Efficiency index: G10+ Van 46 vs K2500 40.
Safety-equipment index: G10+ Van 50 vs K2500 0.
Practicality index: G10+ Van 63 vs K2500 71.
Ownership-cover index: G10+ Van not separately scored vs K2500 49.
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.
Model imagery
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Specification Evidence Index
A transparent comparison of published catalogue fields. This is not a road-test score, owner rating or editorial review rating, and it appears only when every vehicle clears the same comparable-data threshold.
Evidence-index readout
G10+ Van leads by 16 points
G10+ Van holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over K2500.
Evidence leader
56
/100
Lead
16
points
Data
68%
source coverage
56
#1
Evidence leader
G10+ Van
68% source coverage
0 strong categories
Best at
Practicality 63
Check
Efficiency 46
Performance
61
Efficiency
46
Safety
50
Practicality
63
Leads by 16 points
40
#2
K2500
84% source coverage
1 strong categories
Best at
Practicality 71
Check
Safety 0
Performance
41
Efficiency
40
Safety
0
Practicality
71
Ownership
49
Performance 24%
Safety 22%
Practicality 22%
Efficiency 17%
Ownership 15%
Category leaders
What moves the verdict
Performance
G10+ Van +20
Efficiency
G10+ Van +6
Safety
G10+ Van +50
Practicality
K2500 +8
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
G10+ Van
Performance
61/100
Efficiency
46/100
Safety
50/100
Practicality
63/100
K2500
Performance
41/100
Efficiency
40/100
Safety
0/100
Practicality
71/100
Ownership
49/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
LDV G10+ Van
leads the specification evidence index with 56 pts
vs 40 pts for K2500
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, G10+ Van leads. However, K2500 may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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G10+ Van vs K2500 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.