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.
H7 starts ZAR 980000 cheaperH7 from ZAR 649,900 · Land Cruiser 76 from ZAR 980,000
Key Specs Side by Side
The specs that matter most — highlighted where one car leads.
Spec
H7
Land Cruiser 76
Engine Power
185
202
Torque
420
381
Engine Size
1999
3956
Claimed Mileage
8.5
13.0
Ground Clearance
195
230
Boot Space
620
909
Airbags
8
2
Kerb Weight
1830
2100
Seating Capacity
5
Available
Warranty
5
3
= leads in this spec
The Overall Score — Here's How They Stack Up
🏆 Winner
#1
H7
73
/ 100
+17
pts
#2
Land Cruiser 76
56
/ 100
Moderate difference between the models.
The Bottom Line
H7 holds a noticeable edge over Land Cruiser 76, especially in key ownership areas.
Where They Actually Differ
Performance
Land Cruiser 76
+1 pts
Efficiency
Equal
Safety
H7
+14 pts
Practicality
Land Cruiser 76
+4 pts
Ownership
H7
+8 pts
Score Breakdown by Category
🏆 Overall Winner
H7
Performance
17/20
Efficiency
0/20
Safety
20/20
Practicality
16/20
Ownership
20/20
Land Cruiser 76
Performance
18/20
Efficiency
0/20
Safety
6/20
Practicality
20/20
Ownership
12/20
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
🏆 Overall Winner
H7
Strengths
Stronger safety package
Better long-term ownership value
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Less practical in daily usage
Best suited to:General Use
Land Cruiser 76
Strengths
More powerful engine output
More practical for daily use
Weak Spots
Less comprehensive safety features
Shorter warranty coverage
Best suited to:Highway DrivingFamily Usage
Which One's Right for You?
H7
Families prioritising stronger safety equipment
Long-term owners valuing warranty and ownership peace of mind
Land Cruiser 76
Drivers who prioritise strong highway performance and overtaking power
Large families needing more practicality and usability
Full Specs, Side by Side
Spec
H7
Land Cruiser 76
Body Type
SUV
Available
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Standard
DRL
Yes
Available
LED Headlamps
Yes
Standard
Led Taillights
Yes
Available
Fog Lights
Yes
Available
Fog Lamps
Yes
Standard
Led Headlights
Yes
Available
Front Fog Lights
Yes
Available
Alloy Wheel Design
Diamond Cut Premium Alloy
Standard
Rear Wiper
Yes
Available
Chrome Exterior Finish
Yes
Standard
Door Handle Finish
Body Coloured
Chrome Finish
Roof Type
Metal Roof
Available
Rear Spoiler
Yes
Not Available
Wing Mirror Type
Electric Adjustable
Available
Body Cladding
Yes
Plastic Cladding
Exterior Colour Options
6
Pearl White
Rear Fog Lights
Yes
Available
Roof Rails
Yes
Standard
Spec
H7
Land Cruiser 76
Number of Doors
5
5
Seats
5
Available
Seating Capacity
5
8
Length
4772
4890
Width
1910
1885
Height
1750
1970
Wheelbase
2800
2730
Ground Clearance
195
230
Kerb Weight
1830
2100
Fuel Tank Capacity
63
Available
Boot Space
620
909
Doors
5
Available
Front Overhang
880
Available
Rear Overhang
890
Available
Front Track Width
1560
1550
Rear Track Width
1570
1540
Front Headroom
990
Available
Rear Headroom
960
Available
Front Legroom
1050
Available
Rear Legroom
890
Available
Front Shoulder Room
1430
Available
Rear Shoulder Room
1390
Available
Gross Vehicle Weight
2200
3300
Boot Volume
620
Available
Boot Space Seats Folded
820
1500
Turning Radius
12.2
6.0
Towing Capacity
1500
3500
Load Bed Length
-
Available
Load Bed Width
-
Available
Max Payload
-
Available
Spec
H7
Land Cruiser 76
Engine
2.0L GW4C20D Turbocharged Petrol
1GR-FE
Engine Type
Inline 4 Cylinder Turbocharged Petrol
V6
Engine Type Config
Inline 4 Cylinder (I4) DOHC 16-Valve Turbocharged
Available
Engine Code
GW4C20D
Standard
Cylinder Layout
Inline 4 (I4)
Inline 4 (I4)
Cylinders
4
6
Valves per Cylinder
16
24
Displacement
1999
3956
Engine Aspiration
Turbocharged
Turbocharged
Turbocharger
Yes
No
Compression Ratio
10.5:1
10.5:1
Cylinder Bore
82.5
82.0
Piston Stroke
93.1
92.0
Fuel System
Direct Injection
Multi-Point EFI
Fuel Grade Required
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
420
381
Torque @ RPM
1,500-4,000 rpm
4400 rpm
Power
185
202
Power
248
150
Power @ RPM
5,500 rpm
5600 rpm
0–100 km/h
7.9
Available
Top Speed
210
175
0-100 km/h
150
9.8
Engine Position
Front Transverse
Available
Engine Displacement
1999
Available
Maximum Engine RPM
6,000
Available
Engine Oil Capacity
5.5
Available
Variable Valve Timing
Yes
Available
Battery Capacity
-
Available
Charging Port
-
Available
AC Charging Time
-
Available
EV Range
-
Available
Spec
H7
Land Cruiser 76
Valves Per Cylinder
4
Available
Intercooler
Yes
Available
Fuel Consumption Combined
8.5
10.8
Gear Shift Type
Automatic
Available
Hill Start Assist
Yes
Available
Spare Wheel
Yes
Available
Engine Warranty
5 Years / 100,000 km
5 Years / 150,000 km
Service Plan
5 Years / 75,000 km
5 Years / 90,000 km
Multi Function Steering
Yes
Available
Keyless Entry
Yes
Not Available
Push Button Start
Yes
Not Available
Push Button Start
Yes
Available
Climate Control
Yes
Manual AC
AC Type
Dual Zone Climate Control
Available
Rear Defogger
Yes
Available
Power Windows
Yes
All Doors
Power Mirrors
Yes
Power Adjustment
Electric Folding Mirrors
Yes
Available
Seatbelt Reminder
Yes
Available
Seatbelt Pre Tensioner
Yes
Available
Automatic Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Fuel Lid Opener
Yes
Available
Boot Opener
Yes
Available
Tachometer
Yes
Available
Trip Computer
Yes
Available
Sunroof
Yes
Not Available
Heads Up Display
Yes
Available
Wireless Charging
Yes
Not Available
Adaptive Dampers
Yes
Available
Engine Start Stop
Yes
Available
Engine Start Stop Button
Yes
Available
Engine Check Warning
Yes
Available
Ground Clearance Unladen
195
Available
Drag Coefficient
0.34
Available
Rear Seat Split
60/40
Available
Auto Dimming Irvm
Yes
Available
Auto Dimming Mirror
Yes
Yes
Rain Sensing Wipers
Yes
Not Available
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Headlamp Height Adjust
Yes
Available
Headlamp Washer
No
Available
Tail Lamps
LED
Available
Tyre Repair Kit
No
Available
Steering Mounted Controls
Yes
Available
Steering Response
Progressive
Available
Stability Control
Yes
Available
Impact Sensing Door Unlock
Yes
Available
Driver Display
Digital
Available
Seat Type
High Bolster Sports Seat
Available
Driver Seat Height Adjustment
Yes
Available
Headrest Adjustable
Yes
Available
Vanity Mirror
Yes
Available
Glovebox Cooling
No
Available
Rear Window Defroster
Yes
Available
Door Ajar Warning
Yes
Available
Service Reminder
Yes
Available
Speed Alert System
Yes
Available
Speed Limiter
Yes
Available
Launch Control
No
Available
Voice Command
Yes
Available
Voice Command Support
Yes
Available
12V Accessory Socket
Yes
Available
Front Power Outlet
Yes
150
Chrome Grille
Yes
Available
Chrome Exterior Highlights
Yes
Available
Roof Antenna
Shark Fin Antenna
Available
Rear Wing
Integrated Spoiler
Available
Electric Mirror Folding
Electric
Available
Aero Kit
No
Available
Stabilizer Bar
Yes
Front
Front Armrest
Yes
Available
Performance Data Logger
No
Available
Panoramic Roof
Yes
Available
Climate Zones
2
Available
Electric Tailgate
Yes
Not Available
Engine Start Button Illumination
Yes
Available
Rear Reading Lamps
Yes
Available
Remote Engine Start
Yes
Available
Rev Matching
No
Available
Ride Mode Selection
Yes
Available
Side Steps
No
Available
Skid Plates
No
Available
Payload Capacity
-
500
Exhaust Finish
-
Available
Exhaust Type
-
Available
Telescopic Steering
-
Available
Tilt Steering
-
Available
Spec
H7
Land Cruiser 76
Fuel Octane Requirement
95 Octane Unleaded
Unleaded 95 RON
Euro Emission Standard
Euro 5
Available
Start Stop System
Yes
Standard
CO2 Emissions
198
280
Idle CO2 Output
198
2.0
Particulate Filter
No
Available
Fuel Evaporation Control
EVAP Canister
Available
Green NCAP Rating
4/5
Available
Noise Level
Low
Available
Hybrid System Type
None
None
Spec
H7
Land Cruiser 76
Fuel Tank Capacity
63
87
Claimed Mileage
8.5
13.0
Emission Standard
Euro 5
Euro 4
Low Fuel Warning
Yes
Available
City Mileage
8.0
11.0
Highway Mileage
6.8
15.5
Average Fuel Consumption
7.5
Available
Real-world Mileage
7.5
Available
Claimed Fuel Consumption
8.5
Available
Fuel Efficiency
Good
Available
Auto Start Stop
Yes
Available
Distance To Empty
Yes
Available
AdBlue Tank Capacity
No
Available
Spec
H7
Land Cruiser 76
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic CVT
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
4-Speed Automatic
Number of Gears
8
6
Paddle Shifters
Yes
No
Drive Type
AWD
4WD
Drivetrain
All Wheel Drive
Available
Drivetrain Layout
Front Engine All Wheel Drive
4WD Part-Time
Steering Turns Lock to Lock
14.7:1
Available
Final Drive Ratio
3.42
Available
LSD Available
No
Standard
Clutch Type
Torque Converter
Available
Transfer Case
No
Standard
Differential Lock
-
Electronic Lock
Spec
H7
Land Cruiser 76
Chassis Type
Monocoque
Ladder Frame Reinforced
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
Coil Spring with Solid Axle
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link Independent
Leaf Spring with Solid Axle
Front Spring Type
Coil Spring
Coil Spring
Rear Spring Type
Coil Spring
Available
Front Anti-Roll Bar
Yes
Yes
Rear Anti-Roll Bar
Yes
Available
Power Steering
Yes
Hydraulic
Steering Column
Adjustable
Available
Shock Absorber Type
Hydraulic
Available
Spec
H7
Land Cruiser 76
Brake Type Front
Ventilated Disc
Available
Brake Type Rear
Ventilated Disc
Available
Front Tyre Width
235
Available
Rear Tyre Width
235
Available
Tyre Size
235/50R20
265/70 R16
Wheel Diameter
20
Available
Wheel Type
Alloy
Alloy
Spare Wheel Type
Steel
Full-Size
Spare Tyre
Yes
Available
Wheel Rim Size
20
Available
Tyre Type
Radial
Available
Tyre Load Index
94
Available
Tyre Speed Rating
V
Available
Parking Brake Type
Electronic
Available
Front Brake Type
Ventilated Disc
Disc
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Disc
Front Brake Disc Diameter
308
300
Rear Brake Drum Diameter
292
Available
Spec
H7
Land Cruiser 76
ABS
Yes
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Yes
Standard
TCS
Yes
Available
BA
Yes
Available
EBD
Yes
Available
Hill Start Assist
Yes
Standard
Central Locking
Yes
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Yes
Available
Alarm System
Yes
Standard
Front Parking Sensors
Yes
Yes
AEB
Yes
Available
Driver Airbag
Yes
Available
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Available
Side Airbags
Yes
Available
Curtain Airbags
Yes
Available
Airbags
8
2
ISOFIX Mounts
Yes
Not Available
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Standard
Safety Rating
5
Available
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Yes
Not Available
Traction Control
Yes
Standard
Lane Change Warning
Yes
Available
Pedestrian Detection AEB
Yes
Available
Knee Airbag
No
Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Yes
Available
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Yes
Available
Whiplash Protection
Yes
Available
Side Impact Beams
Yes
Available
Speed Alert System
Yes
Available
Brake Assist
Yes
Standard
Brake Override System
Yes
Available
Engine Immobiliser
Yes
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Yes
Yes
Blind Spot Monitoring
Yes
Available
Fatigue Detection
Yes
Available
Hill Hold
Yes
Available
Hill Descent Control
-
Standard
Spec
H7
Land Cruiser 76
Basic Warranty
5 Years / 100,000 km
3 Years / 100,000 km
Warranty Years
5
3
Warranty Kilometers
100000
100000
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
6 Years
5 Years / Unlimited km
Roadside Assistance
Yes
3 Years
Spec
H7
Land Cruiser 76
Service Plan Distance
75000
Available
Service Plan Duration
5
Available
Maintenance Plan
5 Years / 75,000 km
Available
First Service At
5000
5000
Service Interval
10000
10000 km / 12 months
Engine Oil Change Interval
10,000 km
Available
Anti-Rust Treatment
Yes
Available
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Available
Alternator
110A
Available
Approx Service Cost
Included in Service Plan
Premium
Battery Warranty
-
2 Years
Battery Type
-
Available
Spec
H7
Land Cruiser 76
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Standard
Android Auto
Yes
Standard
Apple CarPlay
Yes
Standard
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Yes
Available
Audio Controls On Steering
Yes
Available
Navigation System
Yes
Standard
Infotainment Screen
Yes
9-inch Touchscreen
Infotainment Display
14.6-inch Touchscreen
Available
Infotainment Screen Size
14
Available
Number of Speakers
12
4
Premium Audio
Yes
Available
Digital Instrument Cluster
Yes
Not Available
USB Ports
3
2
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Yes
Available
Voice Recognition
Yes
Available
Wi-Fi Hotspot
Yes
Available
Rear Usb
Yes
Available
FM Radio
Yes
Yes
AUX Input
-
Yes
Spec
H7
Land Cruiser 76
Steering Type
Electric Power Assisted
Rack and Pinion
Steering Adjustment
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt
Rear AC Vents
Yes
Available
Cup Holders
Yes
4
Front Armrest
Yes
Not Available
Rear Armrest
Yes
Available
Heated Seats
Yes
Not Available
Leather Seats
Yes
Available
Fabric Seats
No
Available
Seat Material
Leather
Vinyl / Fabric
Driver Seat Adjustment
10-Way Electric
Available
Memory Seats
Yes
Available
Ventilated Seats
Yes
Not Available
Ambient Lighting
Yes
Not Available
Folding Rear Seats
60/40 Split
Standard
60 40 Split Seat
Yes
Available
Steering Wheel Material
Leather Wrapped
Available
Instrument Cluster Type
Digital Instrument Cluster
Available
Seat Adjustment
Yes
Manual
Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
Available
Adjustable Front Seat
Yes
Available
Passenger Seat Adjustment
4-Way Manual
Available
Driver Lumbar Support
Yes
Available
Rear USB Ports
Yes
Available
Interior Colour Options
2
Black
Cooled Seats
Yes
Available
Front Headrest
Adjustable
Available
Rear Headrest
Adjustable
Available
Door Map Pockets
Yes
Available
Spec
H7
Land Cruiser 76
Rear View Camera
Yes
Not Available
360 Degree Camera
Yes
Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors
Yes
Yes
Park Assist
Yes
Available
Lane Departure Warning
Yes
Yes
Blind Spot Monitoring
Yes
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Yes
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
Available
Drive Modes
Yes
Available
Auto Wipers
Yes
Available
Auto Lights
Yes
Available
Lane Keep Assist
Yes
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Yes
Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
Yes
Yes
Traffic Sign Recognition
Yes
Yes
Sport Mode
Yes
Available
Eco Mode
Yes
Available
Parking Sensors
Front and Rear
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Yes
Available
EV Mode
No
Available
Cruise Control
-
Standard
Reverse Camera
-
Available
Spec
H7
Land Cruiser 76
Terrain Modes
Yes
High/Low 4WD
Recovery Hooks
No
Available
Underbody Protection
No
Available
Ramp-over Angle
17
Available
Approach Angle
20
47
Departure Angle
24
32
Ramp Breakover Angle
16
Available
4WD System Type
Front-wheel drive
Part-time 4WD
Hill Descent Control
No
Available
Wading Depth
-
700
Locking Differential
-
Rear Diff Lock
Spec
H7
Land Cruiser 76
Real-world City Mileage Min
7.0
15
Real-world City Mileage Max
9.5
18.5
Real-world Highway Mileage Min
6.0
12
Real-world Highway Mileage Max
8.0
14
Owner Review Count
-
9
So, Which One Should You Buy?
🏆Gwm H7
wins with 73 pts
vs 56 pts for Land Cruiser 76
In structured scoring, H7 emerges as the stronger overall package. However, Land Cruiser 76 may appeal to buyers prioritising different factors. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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On our scoring the H7 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: H7 0 vs Land Cruiser 76 0. 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: H7 20, Land Cruiser 76 6. 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: H7 20, Land Cruiser 76 12. 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: H7 16, Land Cruiser 76 20. This covers boot space, seat flexibility, and day-to-day usability — not just interior dimensions on paper.
Performance scores: H7 17, Land Cruiser 76 18. 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.
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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 H7 edges the overall ownership score, but check whether either variant includes a service plan — that changes the monthly maths significantly.
The H7 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 H7 and Land Cruiser 76 in South Africa
evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.
Performance: H7 scores 17 vs 18.
Efficiency: H7 scores 0 vs 0.
Safety: H7 scores 20 vs 6.
Practicality: H7 scores 16 vs 20.
Ownership: H7 scores 20 vs 12.
Final structured scoring gives H7
the advantage in this comparison.
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