GWM H2 vs Toyota Land Cruiser FJ

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 a historical vehicle

Current, upcoming and historical vehicles can be compared side by side. Historical records keep their verified specifications, while price labels show last-listed context rather than current new-car availability.

GWM H2 Discontinued model
GWM H2 in South Africa

GWM H2

1.5T LT Petrol 6-Speed DCT Discontinued model
ZAR 339,900 last listed
Discontinued model Verified historical specifications remain visible for owner and used-car comparisons.
⚡ 110 kW 🔧 210 Nm ⛽ 7.5 km/l
VS
Toyota Land Cruiser FJ in South Africa

Toyota Land Cruiser FJ

2.7 4x4 VX 6AT Petrol 6-Speed Automatic Current
ZAR 761,400 ex-showroom
⚡ 122 kW 🔧 245 Nm ⛽ 9.3 km/l
＋ Add a 3rd car

At a Glance — Who Wins What

⚡ Performance Land Cruiser FJ
⛽ Fuel Economy Land Cruiser FJ
🛡 Safety Land Cruiser FJ
📦 Practicality Land Cruiser FJ
🔑 Ownership Land Cruiser FJ
Recorded price context H2: last listed from ZAR 299,900 · Land Cruiser FJ: current from ZAR 714,000

Key Specs Side by Side

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

Spec H2 Land Cruiser FJ
Maximum Power 110 kW @ 5500 rpm 122 kW @ 5200 rpm
Maximum Torque 210 Nm 245 Nm @ 4000 rpm
Engine Size 1497 cc 2700 cc
Claimed Mileage 7.5 km/l 9.3 km/l
Ground Clearance 175 mm 245 mm
Boot / Load Bay Not confirmed -
Airbags 4 Curtain, Driver, Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side
Kerb Weight Not confirmed 1970 kg
Seating Capacity Not confirmed -
Warranty 3 Years / 100,000 km 3 years / 100 000 km

= 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

Land Cruiser FJ has a slight advantage, but H2 remains highly competitive.

Where They Actually Differ

Performance Land Cruiser FJ +11 pts
Efficiency Land Cruiser FJ +3 pts
Safety Land Cruiser FJ +28 pts
Practicality Land Cruiser FJ +10 pts
Ownership Land Cruiser FJ +6 pts

What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)

H2

Strengths
  • Nothing stands out clearly here.
Weak Spots
  • Less powerful engine setup
  • Lower fuel efficiency
  • Less comprehensive safety features
  • Less practical in daily usage
  • Shorter warranty coverage
Best suited to: General Use
🏆 Overall Winner

Land Cruiser FJ

Strengths
  • More powerful engine output
  • Better fuel efficiency
  • Stronger safety package
  • More practical for daily use
  • Better long-term ownership value
Weak Spots
  • No obvious weak spots to flag.
Best suited to: Highway Driving Fuel Efficiency Family Usage

Which One's Right for You?

H2

  • Buyers looking for a balanced all-round vehicle

Land Cruiser FJ

  • Drivers who prioritise strong highway performance and overtaking power
  • Buyers looking for better fuel efficiency
  • Families prioritising stronger safety equipment
  • Large families needing more practicality and usability
  • Long-term owners valuing warranty and ownership peace of mind

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 H2 Land Cruiser FJ
Model Introduced Year 2017 2026
Generation First generation Haval H2 in SA, on sale 2017-2022. Discontinued in favour of the Jolion, which used a more modern platform and powertrain. First-generation compact Land Cruiser FJ introduced in South Africa in 2026
Facelift History H2 received a mid-cycle update in 2019 that brought minor exterior styling changes, improved infotainment software and refinements to the DCT calibration. Updates continued through the model life to address recurring DCT issues, with the final 2022 specification being notably improved over the original 2017 launch model. New South African model line launched in 2026
Facelift Launched Since 2022 New South African model line launched in 2026
Facelift Version Ending Not confirmed Current South African 2026 specification
Body Style Not confirmed SUV
Model Year Not confirmed 2026
Production Status Not confirmed published
Segment Not confirmed SUV
Vehicle Type Not confirmed SUV
Tare Mass Kg Not confirmed 1970 kg
Spec H2 Land Cruiser FJ
LSD Available Not Applicable -
Transfer Case Not Applicable Part-time four-wheel drive
Differential Lock Not Applicable Rear
Paddle Shifters Yes -
Engine Position Transverse Front-Mounted -
Gearbox 6-Speed DCT 6-speed automatic
Final Drive Ratio 4.12:1 -
Steering Turns Lock to Lock 3.4 -
Number of Gears 6 6
Transmission Type Automatic DCT 6-speed automatic
Clutch Type Torque Converter DCT -
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive 4WD Part-Time
Gearbox Type Automatic 6-speed automatic
Transmission Speeds 6 6
Drivetrain Layout Not confirmed 4WD Part-Time
4WD Engagement Not confirmed Part-time four-wheel drive
4WD Hi Range Not confirmed Standard
4WD Lo Range Not confirmed Standard
4WD Selector Not confirmed Standard Switch
Low Range Not confirmed Standard
Axle Layout Not confirmed 4WD Part-Time
Rear Differential Lock Not confirmed Rear
Gear Shift Type Not confirmed Automatic

Overall Verdict Score

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

Weighted / 100
Verdict readout

Land Cruiser FJ leads by 13 points

Land Cruiser FJ has a slight advantage, but H2 remains highly competitive.

Winner 65 /100
Lead 13 points
Data 72% confidence
65
#1 Winner

Land Cruiser FJ

72% data confidence 2 strong categories
Best at Safety 94 Check Efficiency 38
Performance 56
Efficiency 38
Safety 94
Practicality 76
Ownership 50
Leads by 13 points
52
#2

H2

87% data confidence 0 strong categories
Best at Safety 66 Check Efficiency 35
Performance 45
Efficiency 35
Safety 66
Practicality 66
Ownership 44
Performance 24% Safety 22% Practicality 22% Efficiency 17% Ownership 15%
Category leaders What moves the verdict
Performance Land Cruiser FJ +11 Efficiency Land Cruiser FJ +3 Safety Land Cruiser FJ +28 Practicality Land Cruiser FJ +10 Ownership Land Cruiser FJ +6

Moderate difference between the models.

Why this score View full breakdown
Overall Winner

Land Cruiser FJ

Performance 56/100
Efficiency 38/100
Safety 94/100
Practicality 76/100
Ownership 50/100

H2

Performance 45/100
Efficiency 35/100
Safety 66/100
Practicality 66/100
Ownership 44/100

So, Which One Should You Buy?

🏆 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ wins with 65 pts vs 52 pts for H2

In structured scoring, Land Cruiser FJ emerges as the stronger overall package. However, H2 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 Land Cruiser FJ 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: H2 35 vs Land Cruiser FJ 38. 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: H2 66, Land Cruiser FJ 94. 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: H2 44, Land Cruiser FJ 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: H2 66, Land Cruiser FJ 76. This covers boot space, seat flexibility, and day-to-day usability — not just interior dimensions on paper.

Performance scores: H2 45, Land Cruiser FJ 56. 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 Land Cruiser FJ edges the overall ownership score, but check whether either variant includes a service plan — that changes the monthly maths significantly.

The Land Cruiser FJ 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 H2 and Land Cruiser FJ in South Africa evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.

Performance: H2 scores 45 vs 56.

Efficiency: H2 scores 35 vs 38.

Safety: H2 scores 66 vs 94.

Practicality: H2 scores 66 vs 76.

Ownership: H2 scores 44 vs 50.

Final structured scoring gives Land Cruiser FJ the advantage in this comparison.