Hyundai H-100 Chassis Cab vs JAC T6 Single Cab

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.

Hyundai H-100 Chassis Cab in South Africa

Hyundai H-100 Chassis Cab

2.6D Chassis Cab Aircon 5MT Diesel Current
ZAR 391,900 ex-showroom
⚡ 58 kW 🔧 167 Nm ⛽ 10.2 km/l
VS
JAC T6 Single Cab in South Africa

JAC T6 Single Cab

T6 2.0L CTi 4x2 Lux Diesel 6-Speed Manual Current
ZAR 314,900 ex-showroom
⚡ 102 kW 🔧 320 Nm ⛽ 16.39 km/l
＋ Add a 3rd car

Decision summary

Hyundai H-100 Chassis Cab vs JAC T6 Single Cab: the short answer

H-100 Chassis Cab has a modest catalogue-index lead, while T6 Single Cab remains close.

T6 Single Cab starts ZAR 68,000 cheaper H-100 Chassis Cab from ZAR 367,900 · T6 Single Cab from ZAR 299,900

Five key differences

Exact selected derivatives
Specification H-100 Chassis Cab T6 Single Cab
Maximum Power H-100 Chassis Cab58 kW T6 Single Cab102 kW @ 3600 rpm
Maximum Torque H-100 Chassis Cab167 Nm T6 Single Cab320 Nm @ 1600-2600 rpm
Engine Size H-100 Chassis Cab2607 cc T6 Single Cab1999 cc
Combined Fuel Economy H-100 Chassis Cab10.2 km/l T6 Single Cab16.39 km/l
Ground Clearance H-100 Chassis Cab185 mm T6 Single Cab197 mm

Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.

What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)

Specification evidence leader

H-100 Chassis Cab

Strengths
  • Stronger listed safety equipment
  • Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
  • Less powerful engine setup
  • Lower fuel efficiency
Best suited to: Published Practicality

T6 Single Cab

Strengths
  • More powerful engine output
  • Better fuel efficiency
Weak Spots
  • Fewer listed safety features
  • Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to: Published Performance Published Efficiency

Which One's Right for You?

H-100 Chassis Cab

  • Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
  • Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures

T6 Single Cab

  • Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
  • Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use

Full Specs, Side by Side

Spec H-100 Chassis Cab T6 Single Cab
Model Introduced Year Current local generation year not confirmed 2026
Generation Current South African H-100 Chassis Cab listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data. South African introduction of new T6 Single Cab derivative in January 2026
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. Introduced in South Africa in January 2026; no subsequent facelift announced
Facelift Launched Since Original current-generation version Not Applicable
Facelift Version Ending Current Not Applicable
Body Style Chassis cab Single-cab pickup
Body Type Cab Single/extended/double cab as per derivative name -
Color Note Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering. -
Dealer Stock Note Mid grade in the South Africa lineup -
Model Year 2026 2026
Production Status published active
Segment Pickup One-tonne single-cab bakkie
Tare Mass Kg 1434 kg -
Vehicle Type Pickup Light commercial vehicle
Spec H-100 Chassis Cab T6 Single Cab
Length 4795 mm 5315 mm
Width 1740 mm 1830 mm
Height 1970 mm 1815 mm
Wheelbase 2430 mm 3090 mm
Ground Clearance (Default) 185 mm 197 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 l 76 l
Boot/Cargo Space Not Applicable Not Officially Disclosed
Kerb Weight 1434 kg 1740 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) 3015 kg 2740 kg
Payload Capacity 1581 kg 1000 kg
Towing Capacity 1200 kg 1400 kg
Seating Capacity 3 seats 2 seats
Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) - Not Officially Disclosed
Number of Rows - 1 rows
Minimum Turning Radius - 6.2 m
Front Headroom - Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Headroom - Not Applicable
Front Legroom - Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Legroom - Not Applicable

In depth: how these cars differ

This H-100 Chassis Cab and T6 Single Cab comparison uses the exact South African derivatives selected above. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.

Performance index: H-100 Chassis Cab 34 vs T6 Single Cab 54.

Efficiency index: H-100 Chassis Cab 46 vs T6 Single Cab 66.

Safety-equipment index: H-100 Chassis Cab 94 vs T6 Single Cab 32.

Practicality index: H-100 Chassis Cab 58 vs T6 Single Cab 55.

Ownership-cover index: H-100 Chassis Cab 65 vs T6 Single Cab not separately scored.

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.

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 / 100
Evidence-index readout

H-100 Chassis Cab leads by 8 points

H-100 Chassis Cab has a modest catalogue-index lead, while T6 Single Cab remains close.

Evidence leader 59 /100
Lead 8 points
Data 78% source coverage
59
#1 Evidence leader

H-100 Chassis Cab

78% source coverage 1 strong categories
Best at Safety 94 Check Performance 34
Performance 34
Efficiency 46
Safety 94
Practicality 58
Ownership 65
Leads by 8 points
51
#2

T6 Single Cab

61% source coverage 0 strong categories
Best at Efficiency 66 Check Safety 32
Performance 54
Efficiency 66
Safety 32
Practicality 55
Performance 24% Safety 22% Practicality 22% Efficiency 17% Ownership 15%
Category leaders What moves the verdict
Performance T6 Single Cab +20 Efficiency T6 Single Cab +20 Safety H-100 Chassis Cab +62 Practicality H-100 Chassis Cab +3

Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.

Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader

H-100 Chassis Cab

Performance 34/100
Efficiency 46/100
Safety 94/100
Practicality 58/100
Ownership 65/100

T6 Single Cab

Performance 54/100
Efficiency 66/100
Safety 32/100
Practicality 55/100

What the evidence means

Evidence index Hyundai H-100 Chassis Cab leads the specification evidence index with 59 pts vs 51 pts for T6 Single Cab

In Hagalu's specification evidence index, H-100 Chassis Cab leads. However, T6 Single Cab may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.

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H-100 Chassis Cab vs T6 Single Cab questions

There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the exact South African derivatives 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.