Hyundai H-100 Deck vs Nissan NP300 Hardbody

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.

Includes an archived model

Current and archived cars are compared side by side. Archived models keep their verified historical specs, while price labels show last-listed context rather than current new-car availability.

Nissan NP300 Hardbody
Hyundai H-100 Deck in South Africa

Hyundai H-100 Deck

2.6D Deck Aircon 5MT Diesel Manual
ZAR 412,900 ex-showroom
⚡ 58 kW 🔧 167 Nm ⛽ 10.2 km/l
VS
Nissan NP300 Hardbody in South Africa

Nissan NP300 Hardbody

2.5 TDi Double Cab Hi-Rider 4x4 Automatic Diesel Automatic Archive reference
ZAR 529,900 last listed
No longer sold new Specs stay visible for owner and used-car comparisons.
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At a Glance — Who Wins What

⚡ Performance NP300 Hardbody
⛽ Fuel Economy NP300 Hardbody
🛡 Safety H-100 Deck
📦 Practicality H-100 Deck
🔑 Ownership H-100 Deck
NP300 Hardbody starts ZAR 389900 cheaper H-100 Deck from ZAR 389,900 · NP300 Hardbody from ZAR 349,900

Key Specs Side by Side

The specs that matter most — highlighted where one car leads.

Spec H-100 Deck NP300 Hardbody
Engine Power 58 Not confirmed
Torque 167 Not confirmed
Engine Size 2607 Not confirmed
Claimed Mileage 10.2 Not confirmed
Ground Clearance 185 mm Not confirmed
Boot Space Not Applicable Not confirmed
Airbags Not Available Not confirmed
Kerb Weight Not Applicable Not confirmed
Seating Capacity 3 Not confirmed
Warranty 5 Not confirmed

= leads in this spec

Archived models stay fully comparable. Verified specs remain visible; historical fields that were not source-confirmed are marked Not confirmed instead of being guessed.

The Bottom Line

Both H-100 Deck and NP300 Hardbody are extremely closely matched, making the final choice dependent on buyer preference.

Where They Actually Differ

Performance NP300 Hardbody +16 pts
Efficiency NP300 Hardbody +4 pts
Safety H-100 Deck +28 pts
Practicality H-100 Deck +4 pts
Ownership H-100 Deck +15 pts

What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)

🏆 Overall Winner

H-100 Deck

Strengths
  • Stronger safety package
  • More practical for daily use
  • Better long-term ownership value
Weak Spots
  • Less powerful engine setup
  • Lower fuel efficiency
Best suited to: Family Usage

NP300 Hardbody

Strengths
  • More powerful engine output
  • Better fuel efficiency
Weak Spots
  • Less comprehensive safety features
  • Less practical in daily usage
  • Shorter warranty coverage
Best suited to: Highway Driving Fuel Efficiency

Which One's Right for You?

H-100 Deck

  • Families prioritising stronger safety equipment
  • Large families needing more practicality and usability
  • Long-term owners valuing warranty and ownership peace of mind

NP300 Hardbody

  • Drivers who prioritise strong highway performance and overtaking power
  • Buyers looking for better fuel efficiency

Full Specs, Side by Side

Archived cars use verified historical spec records. Rows remain comparable; unavailable historical values are shown plainly rather than estimated.

Spec H-100 Deck NP300 Hardbody
Model Introduced Year Current local generation year not confirmed Not confirmed
Generation Current South African H-100 Deck listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data. Not confirmed
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. Not confirmed
Facelift Launched Since Original current-generation version Not confirmed
Facelift Version Ending Current Not confirmed
Body Style Single-cab dropside Not confirmed
Body Type Cab Pickup Not confirmed
Color Note Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering. Not confirmed
Dealer Stock Note Mid grade in the South Africa lineup Not confirmed
Model Year 2026 Not confirmed
Production Status published Not confirmed
Segment Pickup Not confirmed
Vehicle Type Pickup Not confirmed
Spec H-100 Deck NP300 Hardbody
Ground Clearance 185 mm Not confirmed
Wheelbase 2640 mm Not confirmed
Length 5125 mm Not confirmed
Width 1740 mm Not confirmed
Height 1970 mm Not confirmed
Kerb Weight Not Applicable Not confirmed
Gross Vehicle Weight Not Applicable Not confirmed
Seating Capacity 3 Not confirmed
Boot Space Not Applicable Not confirmed
Towing Capacity Not Applicable Not confirmed
Front Track Width Not Applicable Not confirmed
Rear Track Width Not Applicable Not confirmed
Turning Radius Not Applicable Not confirmed
Load Bed Length Not Applicable Not confirmed
Load Bed Width Not Applicable Not confirmed
Front Legroom Not Applicable Not confirmed
Rear Legroom Not Applicable Not confirmed
Front Headroom Not Applicable Not confirmed
Rear Headroom Not Applicable Not confirmed
Front Shoulder Room Not Applicable Not confirmed
Rear Shoulder Room Not Applicable Not confirmed
Boot Space Seats Folded Not Applicable Not confirmed
Number of Doors 2 Not confirmed
Max Payload Not Applicable Not confirmed
Boot Volume Not Applicable Not confirmed
Doors 2 Not confirmed
Seats 3 Not confirmed
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 l Not confirmed
Gross Vehicle Mass Kg Not Applicable Not confirmed
Ground Clearance Max 185 mm Not confirmed
Ground Clearance Min 185 mm Not confirmed
Ground Clearance Mm 185 mm Not confirmed
Height Mm 1970 mm Not confirmed
Length Mm 5125 mm Not confirmed
Loadbox Length Mm Not Applicable Not confirmed
Loadbox Width Mm Not Applicable Not confirmed
Payload Kg Not Applicable Not confirmed
Cargo Volume Not Applicable Not confirmed
Tare Mass Kg Not Applicable Not confirmed
Turning Circle Not Applicable Not confirmed
Turning Circle M Not Applicable Not confirmed
Width Mm 1740 mm Not confirmed

Overall Verdict Score

Decision-grade view of the winner, score gap and category strengths.

Weighted / 100
Verdict readout

H-100 Deck leads by 5 points

Both H-100 Deck and NP300 Hardbody are extremely closely matched, making the final choice dependent on buyer preference.

Winner 44 /100
Lead 5 points
Data 70% confidence
44
#1 Winner

H-100 Deck

70% data confidence 0 strong categories
Best at Ownership 65 Check Safety 28
Performance 34
Efficiency 46
Safety 28
Practicality 54
Ownership 65
Leads by 5 points
39
#2

NP300 Hardbody

11% data confidence 0 strong categories
Best at Performance 50 Check Safety 0
Performance 50
Efficiency 50
Safety 0
Practicality 50
Ownership 50
Performance 24% Safety 22% Practicality 22% Efficiency 17% Ownership 15%
Category leaders What moves the verdict
Performance NP300 Hardbody +16 Efficiency NP300 Hardbody +4 Safety H-100 Deck +28 Practicality H-100 Deck +4 Ownership H-100 Deck +15

Very close match. Final decision depends on buyer preference.

Why this score View full breakdown
Overall Winner

H-100 Deck

Performance 34/100
Efficiency 46/100
Safety 28/100
Practicality 54/100
Ownership 65/100

NP300 Hardbody

Performance 50/100
Efficiency 50/100
Safety 0/100
Practicality 50/100
Ownership 50/100

So, Which One Should You Buy?

🏆 Hyundai H-100 Deck wins with 44 pts vs 39 pts for NP300 Hardbody

In structured scoring, H-100 Deck emerges as the stronger overall package. However, NP300 Hardbody may appeal to buyers prioritising different factors. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.

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Questions Buyers Usually Ask

On our scoring the H-100 Deck edges ahead overall. That said, the right choice depends on what you actually use the car for — the breakdown above shows exactly where each one wins and loses.

Efficiency scores: H-100 Deck 46 vs NP300 Hardbody 50. In the real world, diesel variants of either car will beat the claimed figure on long highways and fall short in Joburg traffic.

Safety scores: H-100 Deck 28, NP300 Hardbody 0. Check each model page for NCAP ratings and which trim levels include AEB and blind-spot monitoring — those features aren't always standard.

Long-term ownership scores: H-100 Deck 65, NP300 Hardbody 50. Service intervals, parts availability in SA, and whether a service plan is bundled all factor in — check the individual variant specs for that detail.

Practicality scores: H-100 Deck 54, NP300 Hardbody 50. This covers boot space, seat flexibility, and day-to-day usability — not just interior dimensions on paper.

Performance scores: H-100 Deck 34, NP300 Hardbody 50. This looks at real-world pace — 0–100 kph, highway flexibility, and how either car feels when you actually need to overtake on an N-road.

Resale varies with colour, spec, and market timing, but Japanese brands — and Toyota specifically — have a strong track record in SA. Check current used prices for both on AutoTrader to see the real gap right now.

Ground clearance and 4WD availability are what matter most here. Scroll to the spec table above to compare both side by side — if either model offers a 4WD variant, that's the version worth comparing.

Fuel, insurance, and service costs are the big three. Diesel variants of both models typically save R800–R1,500/month in fuel at current SA pump prices. The H-100 Deck edges the overall ownership score, but check whether either variant includes a service plan — that changes the monthly maths significantly.

The H-100 Deck scores better overall, but neither car is a bad buy here. It comes down to what features matter to you — check the full spec table above to see exactly what you gain and lose at each price point.

In Depth — Breaking It All Down

The comparison between H-100 Deck and NP300 Hardbody in South Africa evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.

Performance: H-100 Deck scores 34 vs 50.

Efficiency: H-100 Deck scores 46 vs 50.

Safety: H-100 Deck scores 28 vs 0.

Practicality: H-100 Deck scores 54 vs 50.

Ownership: H-100 Deck scores 65 vs 50.

Final structured scoring gives H-100 Deck the advantage in this comparison.