Toyota Hilux Xtra Cab vs GWM P Series

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 P Series Discontinued model
Toyota Hilux Xtra Cab in South Africa

Toyota Hilux Xtra Cab

2.8 GD-6 4X4 RAIDER X 6AT Diesel 6-Speed Automatic Current
ZAR 842,200 ex-showroom
⚡ 150 kW 🔧 500 Nm
VS
GWM P Series in South Africa

GWM P Series

2.0T Double Cab LX 4x4 Diesel 8-Speed Automatic Discontinued model
ZAR 599,900 last listed
Discontinued model Verified historical specifications remain visible for owner and used-car comparisons.
⚡ 110 kW 🔧 480 Nm ⛽ 9.8 km/l
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At a Glance — Who Wins What

⚡ Performance Hilux Xtra Cab
⛽ Fuel Economy Hilux Xtra Cab
🛡 Safety P Series
📦 Practicality P Series
🔑 Ownership P Series
Recorded price context Hilux Xtra Cab: current from ZAR 506,300 · P Series: last listed from ZAR 444,900

Key Specs Side by Side

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

Spec Hilux Xtra Cab P Series
Maximum Power 150 kW 110 kW
Maximum Torque 500 Nm 480 Nm
Engine Size Not Officially Disclosed 1996 cc
Claimed Mileage - 9.8 km/l
Ground Clearance 312 mm 210 mm
Boot / Load Bay - Not confirmed
Airbags Side, Curtain, Driver, Passenger, Driver Knee 6
Kerb Weight 2080 kg 1985 kg
Seating Capacity - Not confirmed
Warranty 3 years / 100 000 km 5 Years / 100,000 km

= leads in this spec

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The Bottom Line

Both Hilux Xtra Cab and P Series are extremely closely matched, making the final choice dependent on buyer preference.

Where They Actually Differ

Performance Hilux Xtra Cab +19 pts
Efficiency Hilux Xtra Cab +24 pts
Safety P Series +10 pts
Practicality P Series +11 pts
Ownership P Series +15 pts

What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)

🏆 Overall Winner

Hilux Xtra Cab

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

P Series

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

Which One's Right for You?

Hilux Xtra Cab

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

P Series

  • 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 Hilux Xtra Cab P Series
Generation Eighth-generation Hilux Xtra Cab in Toyota South Africa's current range The P Series sold in South Africa is the first generation marketed under the GWM banner locally, derived from Great Wall's POER platform launched in China in 2019. Local specification differs from the Chinese-market POER in suspension calibration (firmer for higher payload), 4x4 system tuning (greater bias to load-carrying durability over technical off-road performance) and trim levels (the South African range is more equipment-loaded than the domestic Chinese equivalent at the same price point).
Facelift Version Ending Current South African specification Not confirmed
Body Style Pickup Not confirmed
Production Status published Not confirmed
Segment Bakkie Not confirmed
Vehicle Type Pickup Not confirmed
Tare Mass Kg 2080 kg 1985 kg
Model Introduced Year - 2020
Facelift History - Since its 2020 South African launch, the P Series has received two notable updates. A 2022 mid-cycle refresh introduced the larger 10.25-inch infotainment screen on LS and above, updated driver-assistance calibration to reduce false lane-departure alerts on SA rural roads, and added wireless Apple CarPlay on the LT and LX. A 2024 specification update added the 360-degree camera as standard on LT trim, upgraded the rear-camera resolution across the range and revised the suspension damping after South African dealer feedback noted the original tune was firmer than ideal on Eastern Cape gravel.
Facelift Launched Since - 2024
Body Type Cab - Double Cab
Spec Hilux Xtra Cab P Series
Drivetrain Layout 4WD Part-Time Front Engine Rear Wheel Drive
LSD Available Standard No
Gearbox 6-speed automatic 8-Speed Automatic
Number of Gears 6 8
Transmission Type 6-speed automatic Automatic
Drivetrain 4WD Part-Time 4x4 AWD
4WD Engagement Part-time four-wheel drive Electronic rotary dial
4WD Selector Standard Switch Not confirmed
Front Differential Lock Not Applicable Not confirmed
Gearbox Type 6-speed automatic Automatic
Rear Differential Lock Rear Not confirmed
Transmission Speeds 6 8
Gear Shift Type Automatic Automatic
Transfer Case - Yes
Differential Lock - Yes
Paddle Shifters - No
Engine Position - Front Longitudinal
Final Drive Ratio - 3.54
Steering Turns Lock to Lock - 16.5:1
Gear Shift Indicator - Yes
4WD Hi Range - Yes
4WD Lo Range - Yes
Differential Type Front - Open
Differential Type Rear - Open / Lockable
Reverse Gear Warning - Yes

Overall Verdict Score

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

Weighted / 100
Verdict readout

Hilux Xtra Cab leads by 2 points

Both Hilux Xtra Cab and P Series are extremely closely matched, making the final choice dependent on buyer preference.

Winner 72 /100
Lead 2 points
Data 58% confidence
72
#1 Winner

Hilux Xtra Cab

58% data confidence 3 strong categories
Best at Safety 84 Check Ownership 50
Performance 80
Efficiency 65
Safety 84
Practicality 70
Ownership 50
Leads by 2 points
70
#2

P Series

94% data confidence 2 strong categories
Best at Safety 94 Check Efficiency 41
Performance 61
Efficiency 41
Safety 94
Practicality 81
Ownership 65
Performance 24% Safety 22% Practicality 22% Efficiency 17% Ownership 15%
Category leaders What moves the verdict
Performance Hilux Xtra Cab +19 Efficiency Hilux Xtra Cab +24 Safety P Series +10 Practicality P Series +11 Ownership P Series +15

Very close match. Final decision depends on buyer preference.

Why this score View full breakdown
Overall Winner

Hilux Xtra Cab

Performance 80/100
Efficiency 65/100
Safety 84/100
Practicality 70/100
Ownership 50/100

P Series

Performance 61/100
Efficiency 41/100
Safety 94/100
Practicality 81/100
Ownership 65/100

So, Which One Should You Buy?

🏆 Toyota Hilux Xtra Cab wins with 72 pts vs 70 pts for P Series

In structured scoring, Hilux Xtra Cab emerges as the stronger overall package. However, P Series 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 Hilux Xtra Cab 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: Hilux Xtra Cab 65 vs P Series 41. 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: Hilux Xtra Cab 84, P Series 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: Hilux Xtra Cab 50, P Series 65. 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: Hilux Xtra Cab 70, P Series 81. This covers boot space, seat flexibility, and day-to-day usability — not just interior dimensions on paper.

Performance scores: Hilux Xtra Cab 80, P Series 61. 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 Hilux Xtra Cab edges the overall ownership score, but check whether either variant includes a service plan — that changes the monthly maths significantly.

The Hilux Xtra Cab 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 Hilux Xtra Cab and P Series in South Africa evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.

Performance: Hilux Xtra Cab scores 80 vs 61.

Efficiency: Hilux Xtra Cab scores 65 vs 41.

Safety: Hilux Xtra Cab scores 84 vs 94.

Practicality: Hilux Xtra Cab scores 70 vs 81.

Ownership: Hilux Xtra Cab scores 50 vs 65.

Final structured scoring gives Hilux Xtra Cab the advantage in this comparison.