Changan Hunter K50 REEV vs KIA K2500
A proper head-to-head in South Africa — compare price, performance, fuel economy or electric range, safety and the details that shape long-term ownership.
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Changan Hunter K50 REEV
CE 4WD
Plug-in Hybrid
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
Current
ZAR 799,900
ex-showroom
VS
KIA K2500
2.5TD Tipper
Diesel
5-Speed Manual
Current
ZAR 460,995
ex-showroom
⚡ 70 kW
🔧 225 Nm
⛽ 9.5 km/l
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Decision summary
Changan Hunter K50 REEV vs KIA K2500: the short answer
Compare the available model information below. Hagalu has withheld a ranked verdict because the selected vehicles do not yet meet the minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold.
K2500 starts ZAR 374,905 cheaper
Hunter K50 REEV from ZAR 799,900 · K2500 from ZAR 424,995
Five key differences
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| Specification | Hunter K50 REEV | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | Hunter K50 REEVNot Officially Disclosed | K250070 kW @ 3600 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | Hunter K50 REEVNot Officially Disclosed | K2500225 Nm @ 1500 rpm |
| Engine Size | Hunter K50 REEV2000 cc | K25002498 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | Hunter K50 REEVNot Officially Disclosed | K25009.5 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | Hunter K50 REEV220 mm | K2500195 mm |
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KIA K2500
2.5TD Tipper
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| Spec | Hunter K50 REEV | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2025 | 2000 |
| Generation | First South African Hunter K50 REEV generation, offered as one CE 4WD derivative. | Long-running commercial truck; second generation with D4BH engine |
| Facelift History | No South African facelift has been announced for the current Hunter K50 REEV. | Updated periodically; current specification ongoing production |
| Facelift Launched Since | Not Applicable | Original current-generation version |
| Facelift Version Ending | Not Applicable | Current |
| Body Style | Double-cab pickup | Van |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Production Status | active | active |
| Segment | Range-extended electric double-cab bakkie | Van |
| Vehicle Type | Light commercial vehicle | Van |
| Color Note | - | White (standard fleet specification) |
| Dealer Stock Note | - | Top grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Tare Mass Kg | - | 1980 kg |
| Spec | Hunter K50 REEV | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5380 mm | 5160 mm |
| Width | 1980 mm | 1900 mm |
| Height | 1875 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3180 mm | 2890 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 220 mm | 195 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | 195 mm | 145 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 l | 75 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | Not Officially Disclosed | 3000 l |
| Kerb Weight | 2290 kg | 1980 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 3300 kg | 3500 kg |
| Payload Capacity | 1010 kg | 1000 kg |
| Towing Capacity | 2200 kg | 1400 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Rows | 2 rows | 1 rows |
| Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | Not Officially Disclosed | 12.5 m |
| Front Headroom | Not Officially Disclosed | 1010 mm |
| Rear Headroom | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Front Legroom | Not Officially Disclosed | 1040 mm |
| Rear Legroom | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Spec | Hunter K50 REEV | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.0-litre Turbocharged Petrol Range-Extender Generator | 2.5-litre Turbocharged Diesel |
| Engine Code | Not Officially Disclosed | J2T |
| Fuel Type | Plug-in Hybrid | Diesel |
| Hybrid System | Series Hybrid | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 2000 cc | 2498 cc |
| Cylinders | Not Officially Disclosed | 4 |
| Cylinder Layout | Not Officially Disclosed | Inline |
| Valves | Not Officially Disclosed | 8 |
| Valves per Cylinder | Not Officially Disclosed | 2 |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | Turbocharged |
| Fuel System | Not Officially Disclosed | Direct Injection Turbodiesel |
| Compression Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 18.0:1 |
| Bore | Not Officially Disclosed | 91 mm |
| Stroke | Not Officially Disclosed | 96 mm |
| Maximum Power | Not Officially Disclosed | 70 kW @ 3600 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | Not Officially Disclosed | 225 Nm @ 1500 rpm |
| Combined Power | 200 kW | Not Applicable |
| Combined Torque | 470 Nm | Not Applicable |
| Motor Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Number of Motors | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Motor Location | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Drive Type | 4WD | RWD |
| Transmission | Single-Speed Reduction Gear | 5-Speed Manual |
| Top Speed | Not Officially Disclosed | 140 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | Economy, Comfort, Sports | No |
| Launch Control | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Rev Limiter | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 35.4 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 113.6 Nm/tonne |
| Battery Capacity | 31.18 kWh | Not Applicable |
| Usable Battery Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Battery Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Battery Voltage | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Electric Range | 131 km (NEDC) | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Power | 3.3 kW | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Power | 22 kW | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Time | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Time | 30 min | Not Applicable |
| Regenerative Braking | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Spec | Hunter K50 REEV | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | Fixed-ratio electric drive | 5-Speed Manual |
| Drivetrain Layout | Motor four-wheel drive | RWD |
| LSD Available | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Transfer Case | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Differential Lock | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Paddle Shifters | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Final Drive Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 4.30 |
| Number of Gears | 1 | 5 |
| Transmission Type | Single-speed | Manual Transmission |
| Clutch Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Single Dry Disc |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Gear Shift Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Manual |
| Drivetrain | 4WD | RWD |
| 4WD Engagement | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Hi Range | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Lo Range | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Selector | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Gearbox Type | Fixed-ratio electric drive | 5-Speed Manual |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Axle Layout | 4x4 | RWD |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Transmission Speeds | 1 | 5 |
| Engine Position | - | Front Transverse |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | - | 15.2:1 |
| Differential Type Front | - | Not Available |
| Differential Type Rear | - | Not Available |
| Transfer Case Guard | - | Not Available |
| Spec | Hunter K50 REEV | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | Not Officially Disclosed | 9.5 km/l |
| City Mileage | Not Officially Disclosed | 8.0 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | Not Officially Disclosed | 11.1 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 l | 75 l |
| Emission Standard | Euro 5 | Euro 3 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Auto Start Stop | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Real-world Mileage | Not Officially Disclosed | 9.5 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | European-standard AC and DC interfaces | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | AC and DC | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 70 | 75 |
| Combined Driving Range | More than 1,000 km (OEM claim; cycle not disclosed) | Not Applicable |
| Electric Consumption | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Highway | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Mixed | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Low Fuel Warning | - | Yes |
| Spec | Hunter K50 REEV | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 6 | 0 |
| ABS | Yes | No |
| Electronic Stability Control | Yes | No |
| Traction Control | Yes | No |
| Hill Descent Control | Yes | Not Available |
| Hill Start Assist | Yes | No |
| Child Safety Lock | Yes | No |
| ISOFIX Mounts | Yes | No |
| Brake Assist | Yes | No |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Direct TPMS | No |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Yes |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Driver and front passenger | Yes |
| Front Parking Sensors | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| AEB | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| BA | Yes | No |
| Brake Override System | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Curtain Airbags | Yes | No |
| Driver Airbag | Yes | No |
| EBD | Yes | No |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold | Yes | No |
| Passenger Airbag | Yes | No |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Not Officially Disclosed | Yes |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Driver and front passenger | Yes |
| Side Airbags | Yes | No |
| Stability Control | Yes | No |
| TCS | Yes | No |
| Knee Airbag | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| ABS EBD | Yes | No |
| Alarm System | - | No |
| Central Locking | - | Yes |
| Side Impact Beams | - | Yes |
| Speed Alert System | - | Yes |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | - | No |
| Whiplash Protection | - | No |
| Lane Change Warning | - | No |
| Fatigue Detection | - | No |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | - | No |
| Anti Theft Alarm | - | No |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | - | 0 |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | - | 0 |
| ESC With Traction Control | - | No |
| Spec | Hunter K50 REEV | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Cruise Control | No |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Lane Keep Assist | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Lane Departure Warning | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Parking Sensors | Rear (2 sensors) | No |
| Rear View Camera | Yes | No |
| 360 Degree Camera | 540-degree panoramic parking view | No |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Auto Highbeam | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Auto Wipers | Yes | No |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | No |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | No |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Park Assist | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Around View Monitor | 540-degree panoramic parking view | No |
| Blind Spot Warning | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Forward Collision Warning | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Auto Lights | - | No |
| Eco Mode | - | No |
| EV Mode | - | No |
| Sport Mode | - | No |
| Emergency Braking | - | No |
| Front Camera | - | No |
| Parking Distance Sensors | - | No |
| Parking Sensor | - | No |
| Automatic High Beam | - | No |
| Pre-Collision System | - | No |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | - | No |
| Rear View Camera | - | No |
| Reverse Camera Type | - | No |
| Reversing Camera | - | No |
| Surround View Camera | 540-degree panoramic parking view | No |
| Spec | Hunter K50 REEV | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Microfiber leather | Vinyl |
| Heated Seats | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Ventilated Seats | Front seat cushions | No |
| Ambient Lighting | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Steering Wheel Material | Microfiber | Urethane |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | 6-way electric | 2-Way Manual |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | 4-way manual | 2-Way Manual |
| Seat Trim | Grey/Brown microfiber leather | Vinyl |
| Seat Adjustment | - | 2-Way Manual |
| Steering Type | - | Yes |
| Steering Adjustment | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Folding Rear Seats | - | No |
| Front Armrest | - | No |
| Rear Armrest | - | No |
| Front Shoulder Room | - | 1405 mm |
| Rear Shoulder Room | - | 1350 mm |
| Cup Holders | - | 2 |
| Rear AC Vents | - | No |
| Rear USB Ports | - | No |
| Instrument Cluster Type | - | Analogue |
| Interior Colour Options | - | Grey |
| Driver Lumbar Support | - | No |
| Door Map Pockets | - | Yes |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | - | 2-Way Manual |
| Adjustable Front Seat | - | 2-Way Manual |
| Cooled Seats | - | No |
| Fabric Seats | - | No |
| Front Headrest | - | Adjustable |
| Leather Seats | - | No |
| Memory Seats | - | No |
| Rear Headrest | - | No |
| Armrest Front | - | No |
| Armrest Rear | - | No |
| Driver Seat | - | 2-Way Manual |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | - | Commercial cab, driver and passenger seating, basic instrumentation, air conditioning (Aircon variant), manual controls |
| Interior Trim Colour | - | Grey |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | - | Vinyl |
| Interior Colours | - | Grey |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | - | No |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | - | No |
| Seat Belt Warning | - | Yes |
| Seat Fold Type | - | No |
| Spec | Hunter K50 REEV | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Climate Control | Automatic climate control | No |
| Power Windows | All four windows; one-touch and anti-pinch | No |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | No |
| Push Button Start | Yes | No |
| Wireless Charging | Yes | No |
| Sunroof | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Electric Tailgate | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| AC Type | Automatic climate control | No |
| Load Bed Length | - | 2200 mm |
| Load Bed Width | - | 1600 mm |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | No |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | - | No |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | Not Applicable |
| Rear Window Defroster | - | No |
| Electric Mirror Folding | - | No |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | - | No |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | - | No |
| 12V Accessory Socket | - | Yes |
| Speed Limiter | - | Yes |
| Adaptive Dampers | - | No |
| Aero Kit | - | No |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | - | No |
| Boot Opener | - | Manual |
| Chrome Exterior Highlights | - | No |
| Chrome Grille | - | No |
| Climate Zones | - | 1 |
| Door Ajar Warning | - | Yes |
| Drag Coefficient | - | 0.46 |
| Driver Display | - | Analogue Cluster |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | - | No |
| Engine Check Warning | - | Yes |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | - | No |
| Engine Start Stop | Yes | No |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Yes | No |
| Engine Warranty | - | 5 Years / 150,000 km |
| Front Armrest | - | No |
| Front Power Outlet | - | No |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | - | 10.5 |
| Fuel Lid Opener | - | Manual |
| Glovebox Cooling | - | No |
| Headlamp Height Adjust | - | Yes |
| Headlamp Washer | - | No |
| Headrest Adjustable | - | Yes |
| Heads Up Display | - | No |
| Hill Start Assist | - | No |
| Impact Sensing Door Unlock | - | Yes |
| Intercooler | - | Yes |
| Multi Function Steering | - | No |
| Panoramic Roof | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Performance Data Logger | - | No |
| Power Mirrors | - | No |
| Push Button Start | Yes | No |
| Rear Defogger | - | No |
| Rear Reading Lamps | - | No |
| Rear Seat Split | - | No |
| Rear Wing | - | No |
| Remote Engine Start | - | No |
| Rev Matching | - | No |
| Ride Mode Selection | - | No |
| Roof Antenna | - | Yes |
| Seat Type | - | Vinyl Seats |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | - | Yes |
| Service Reminder | - | Yes |
| Side Steps | - | No |
| Skid Plates | - | No |
| Spare Wheel | Tyre repair tools | Full-Size Spare |
| Speed Alert System | - | No |
| Stabilizer Bar | - | Yes |
| Steering Mounted Controls | - | No |
| Steering Response | - | Normal |
| Tachometer | - | Yes |
| Tail Lamps | - | No |
| Telescopic Steering | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Tilt Steering | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Trip Computer | - | Yes |
| Tyre Repair Kit | - | No |
| Vanity Mirror | - | No |
| Voice Command | - | No |
| Voice Command Support | - | No |
| Air Conditioning | Automatic climate control | No |
| Automatic High Beam | - | No |
| Battery Preconditioning | - | Not Available |
| Bed Extender | - | Not Available |
| Bottle Holders | - | 2 |
| Canopy Fitment | - | Not Available |
| Centre Console | - | No |
| Common Rail Injection | - | Direct Injection Turbodiesel |
| Diff Lock | - | No |
| Difflock | - | No |
| Digital Speedometer | - | No |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | - | No |
| Front Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Front Wiper | - | No |
| Front Wipers Type | - | No |
| Glove Box | - | Yes |
| Heated Mirrors | - | No |
| Intelligent Battery System | - | Not Available |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | - | No |
| Lift Gate | - | No |
| Load Bed Cover | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Light | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Steps | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Length Mm | - | 2200 mm |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Width Mm | - | 1600 mm |
| Manual Aircon | - | No |
| Mirror | - | Manual |
| One Pedal Driving | - | Not Available |
| Passive Entry Start | - | No |
| Power Socket 12v | - | Yes |
| Powered Tailgate | - | No |
| Reading Lights Rear | - | No |
| Rear Air Conditioning | - | No |
| Rear Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Rear Electric Motor | - | Not Available |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | - | No |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | - | No |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | - | Not Available |
| Remote Central Locking | - | Yes |
| Remote Side Mirror | - | No |
| Remote Start | - | No |
| Rim Size | 18-inch aluminium-alloy wheels | 195R15C |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | - | No |
| Side Impact Bars | - | Yes |
| Sonar | - | No |
| Sound System | 4 | 2 |
| Source Model Column | - | k2500 |
| Sport Plus Mode | - | Not Available |
| Sports Bar | - | Not Available |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | - | Yes |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | - | No |
| Steering Column Adjustment | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Sub Frame | - | Body-on-Frame |
| Surround View Monitor | 540-degree panoramic parking view | No |
| Tailgate Damper | - | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | - | Not Available |
| Tow Bar Type | - | Not Available |
| TPMS | Direct TPMS | No |
| Trim Level | - | top |
| Unlocking | Yes | No |
| Vanity Mirror Illuminated | - | No |
| Variant Role | - | Commercial utility derivative |
| Vdc | - | No |
| Vehicle To Grid | - | Not Available |
| Vehicle To Load | - | Not Available |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | - | No |
| Walk Away Lock | - | No |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | No |
| Spec | Hunter K50 REEV | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch touchscreen | 0-inch Touchscreen |
| Apple CarPlay | Yes | No |
| Android Auto | Yes | No |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Yes | No |
| Number of Speakers | 4 | 2 |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | 7.5-inch colour LCD | No |
| USB Ports | 1 USB-A and 2 USB-C | 0 |
| Infotainment Screen | 12.3-inch HD touchscreen | 0 |
| Touchscreen | 12.3-inch HD touchscreen | 0 |
| Navigation System | - | No |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Yes | No |
| Wireless Android Auto | Yes | No |
| FM Radio | - | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | No |
| Voice Recognition | - | No |
| AUX Input | - | No |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 12.3-inch HD touchscreen | 0 |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | - | No |
| Audio Controls On Steering | - | No |
| Infotainment Display | - | 0 |
| Rear Usb | - | No |
| Premium Audio | - | No |
| Audio | - | Yes |
| Audio Speakers | 4 | 2 |
| Audio System | - | Yes |
| Display Audio | - | 0-inch Touchscreen |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | - | 0 |
| Head Up Display | - | No |
| Multi Information Display | - | Analogue |
| Connected Services | - | No |
| Voice Control | - | No |
| Smartphone Connectivity | - | No |
| Radio | - | Yes |
| Spec | Hunter K50 REEV | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | Yes | No |
| Daytime Running Lamps | LED | Yes |
| Fog Lamps | Front and rear | No |
| Roof Rails | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Exterior Colour Options | Not Officially Disclosed | White |
| Headlights | Yes | No |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| Alloy Wheel Design | - | Steel |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | - | No |
| Body Cladding | - | No |
| Rear Spoiler | - | No |
| Roof Type | - | Cab |
| Wing Mirror Type | - | Manual |
| Rear Wiper | - | No |
| Door Handle Finish | - | Metal |
| Body Type | - | Tipper Truck |
| DRL | LED | Yes |
| Fog Lights | - | No |
| Front Fog Lights | - | No |
| Led Headlights | Yes | No |
| Led Taillights | - | No |
| Rear Fog Lights | - | No |
| Front Overhang | - | 870 mm |
| Rear Overhang | - | 1400 mm |
| Auto Headlights | - | No |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | No |
| Daytime Running Lights | LED | Yes |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | - | Cab |
| Exterior Colour Options | - | 1 |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | - | Metal |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | - | No |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | - | No |
| Front Fog Lamps | Front and rear | No |
| Headlamp Levelling | - | No |
| Headlamps | Yes | No |
| Headlight Type | Yes | No |
| Load Bed Liner | - | Not Available |
| Active Exhaust | - | Not Available |
| Rear Spoiler | - | No |
| Spec | Hunter K50 REEV | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | Not Officially Disclosed | 25 deg |
| Departure Angle | Not Officially Disclosed | 17 deg |
| Wading Depth | 600 mm | Not Available |
| Terrain Modes | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Locking Differential | Not Officially Disclosed | No |
| 4WD System Type | Motor four-wheel drive | Not Applicable |
| Breakover Angle | Not Officially Disclosed | 15 deg |
| Underbody Protection | - | No |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | - | 15 deg |
| Recovery Hooks | - | Yes |
| Hill Descent Control | Yes | Not Available |
| Ramp-over Angle | - | 19 deg |
| Approach Angle Deg | - | 25 deg |
| Departure Angle Deg | - | 17 deg |
| Energy Recovery Display | - | Not Available |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | - | Not Available |
| Ground Clearance Max | - | 195 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | - | 195 mm |
| Off Road Descent Control | - | Not Available |
| Off Road Traction Assist | - | Not Available |
| Crawl Control | - | Not Available |
| Rear Skid Plate Guard | - | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Fuel Tank | - | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Transfer Case | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Mud | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Normal | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Rock | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Sand | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Snow | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Response System | - | Not Available |
| Underbody Camera | - | Not Available |
| Spec | Hunter K50 REEV | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 265/60 R18 HT | 195R15C |
| Front Brake Type | Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc | Drum |
| Spare Wheel Type | Tyre repair tools | Full-Size Spare |
| Wheel Rim Size | 18-inch aluminium-alloy wheels | 195R15C |
| Handbrake Type | Electronic parking brake | Manual |
| Wheel Type | - | Steel |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | - | 300 mm |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | - | 276 mm |
| Parking Brake Type | - | Manual |
| Tyre Load Index | - | 116 |
| Tyre Speed Rating | - | L |
| Brake Type Front | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Brake Type Rear | - | Drum |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre repair tools | Full-Size Spare |
| Tyre Type | - | Radial |
| Front Tyre Width | - | 195 mm |
| Rear Tyre Width | - | 195 mm |
| Wheel Diameter | 18-inch aluminium-alloy wheels | 195R15C |
| Auto Brake Hold | - | Manual |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | - | No |
| Brakes | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Cornering Brake Control | - | No |
| Electric Park Brake | - | Manual |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | - | No |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | - | Not Available |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | - | No |
| Leather Steering Wheel | - | Urethane |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | - | Full-Size Spare |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | No |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | - | No |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | - | No |
| Steering Wheel Trim | - | Urethane |
| Tyre Pressure Display | - | No |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Direct TPMS | No |
| Wheel Material | - | Steel |
| Wheel Size Type | - | 195R15C |
| Wheels | - | Steel |
| Spec | Hunter K50 REEV | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Front Suspension | Double-wishbone independent | Independent Double Wishbone |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Rigid Axle Leaf Spring |
| Front Track Width | - | 1530 mm |
| Rear Track Width | - | 1580 mm |
| Chassis Type | - | Body-on-Frame |
| Power Steering | - | Yes |
| Steering Column | - | Adjustable |
| Front Spring Type | - | Coil Spring |
| Rear Spring Type | - | Leaf Spring |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | - | Yes |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | - | No |
| Shock Absorber Type | - | Telescopic |
| Chassis Material | - | Body-on-Frame |
| Front Suspension Type | Double-wishbone independent | Independent Double Wishbone |
| MagneRide Damping | - | Not Available |
| Rear Axle Type | - | Rigid Axle Leaf Spring |
| Rear Suspension Type | Multi-link | Rigid Axle Leaf Spring |
| Shock Absorbers | - | Telescopic |
| Suspension | - | Independent Double Wishbone |
| Spec | Hunter K50 REEV | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | Not Officially Disclosed | 275 g/km |
| Start Stop System | - | No |
| Hybrid System Type | - | Not Available |
| Noise Level | - | 78 dB |
| Variable Valve Timing | - | No |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | - | B7 Diesel |
| Particulate Filter | - | DPF |
| Euro Emission Standard | - | Euro 3 |
| Idle CO2 Output | - | 289 |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | - | No |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | - | 275 |
| Spec | Hunter K50 REEV | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Service Plan | 5 years / 90,000 km maintenance plan | 1 Year / 15,000 km |
| Service Interval | - | 7500 |
| Approx Service Cost | - | R2,000 per service |
| Battery Warranty | - | 5 Years / 150,000 km |
| Maintenance Plan | - | 1 Year / 15,000 km |
| Engine Oil Capacity | - | 8.0 l |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | - | 7500 |
| First Service At | - | 7500 |
| Service Plan Duration | 5 years / 90,000 km maintenance plan | 1 Year / 15,000 km |
| Service Plan Distance | 5 years / 90,000 km maintenance plan | 1 Year / 15,000 km |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | - | Yes |
| Alternator | - | Yes |
| Service Intervals | - | 7500 |
| Spec | Hunter K50 REEV | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Current South African derivative | Top |
| Price Zar | 799900 ZAR | 460995 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Current South African retail price | Current listed price |
| Starting Price | 799900 | 460995 |
| Starting Price Zar | 799900 | 460995 |
| Spec | Hunter K50 REEV | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty | Vehicle: 5 years / 150,000 km; high-voltage components: 8 years / 150,000 km | 5 Years / 150,000 km |
| Warranty Years | Vehicle: 5 years / 150,000 km; high-voltage components: 8 years / 150,000 km | 5 Years / 150,000 km |
| Warranty Kilometers | Vehicle: 5 years / 150,000 km; high-voltage components: 8 years / 150,000 km | 5 Years / 150,000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | - | 3 Years |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | - | 3 Years |
| Basic Warranty | Vehicle: 5 years / 150,000 km; high-voltage components: 8 years / 150,000 km | 5 Years / 150,000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | - | 3 Years |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | - | 3 Years |
| Spec | Hunter K50 REEV | K2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | - | 6.8 l/100km |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | - | 8.8 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | - | 10.0 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | - | 11.7 l/100km |
In depth: how these cars differ
This Hunter K50 REEV and K2500 comparison brings together local model information and available derivatives for South Africa. Prices and specifications appear only where they have been recorded for this market.
Hagalu has withheld an overall score because at least one selected vehicle does not yet have four comparable categories and 50% weighted source coverage. Missing catalogue evidence is not replaced with a neutral score or a guessed value.
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What the evidence means
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Hunter K50 REEV vs K2500 questions
There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the models and available derivatives in South Africa 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.