Hyundai IONIQ 5 vs Foton Tunland G7 Single Cab

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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Hyundai IONIQ 5 Discontinued model
Hyundai IONIQ 5 in South Africa

Hyundai IONIQ 5

72kWh AWD Executive Electric Single-Speed Reduction Gear Discontinued model
ZAR 1,068,900 last listed
Discontinued model Verified historical specifications remain visible for owner and used-car comparisons.
⚡ 225 kW 🔧 605 Nm
VS
Foton Tunland G7 Single Cab in South Africa

Foton Tunland G7 Single Cab

4x2 Hi-Rider Manual Diesel 6-Speed Manual Current
ZAR 329,900 ex-showroom
⚡ 120 kW 🔧 390 Nm
+ Add a 3rd car

Decision summary

Hyundai IONIQ 5 vs Foton Tunland G7 Single Cab: 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.

Recorded price context IONIQ 5: last listed from ZAR 859,900 · Tunland G7 Single Cab: current from ZAR 329,900

Five key differences

Exact selected derivatives
Specification IONIQ 5 Tunland G7 Single Cab
Maximum Power IONIQ 5225 kW Tunland G7 Single Cab120 kW
Maximum Torque IONIQ 5605 Nm Tunland G7 Single Cab390 Nm
Engine Size IONIQ 5Not Applicable Tunland G7 Single Cab2000 cc
Combined Fuel Economy IONIQ 5Not Applicable Tunland G7 Single CabNot Officially Disclosed
Ground Clearance IONIQ 5160 mm Tunland G7 Single Cab210 mm

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Hyundai IONIQ 5

72kWh AWD Executive

Hagalu editorial rating Not yet rated

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Foton Tunland G7 Single Cab

4x2 Hi-Rider Manual

Hagalu editorial rating
4.0/5

Desk research · Exact variant

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Full Specs, Side by Side

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Spec IONIQ 5 Tunland G7 Single Cab
Model Introduced Year 2022 2024
Generation First generation Ioniq 5 on Hyundai's dedicated E-GMP electric platform; 800V fast charging architecture allows rapid 18-minute charge from 10-80% at suitable DC fast chargers Current 5,340 mm Tunland G7 single cab on a 3,110 mm wheelbase with rear leaf springs.
Facelift History Launched in SA in 2022; updates to battery specifications and charging capabilities followed; the car has been on Hyundai SA's EV flagship from launch Current South African Tunland G7 Single Cab range, with no separate facelift identified.
Facelift Launched Since 2022 Not Applicable
Body Style SUV Single-cab pickup
Production Status discontinued active
Segment SUV One-tonne single-cab bakkie
Tare Mass Kg 2190 kg -
Vehicle Type SUV Light commercial vehicle
Facelift Version Ending Not confirmed Not Applicable
Model Year Not confirmed 2026
Spec IONIQ 5 Tunland G7 Single Cab
Length 4635 mm 5340 mm
Width 1890 mm 1940 mm
Height 1605 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase 3000 mm 3110 mm
Ground Clearance (Default) 160 mm 210 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) Not Officially Disclosed Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Tank Capacity 72.6 l 76 l
Boot/Cargo Space 527 l Not Officially Disclosed
Kerb Weight 2190 kg 1800 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) Not Officially Disclosed 2980 kg
Payload Capacity Not Officially Disclosed Not Officially Disclosed
Towing Capacity Not Officially Disclosed 3000 kg
Seating Capacity 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Rows 2 rows 1 rows
Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Minimum Turning Radius Not Officially Disclosed Not Officially Disclosed
Front Headroom Not Officially Disclosed Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Headroom Not Officially Disclosed Not Officially Disclosed
Front Legroom Not Officially Disclosed Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Legroom Not Officially Disclosed Not Officially Disclosed

In depth: how these cars differ

This IONIQ 5 and Tunland G7 Single Cab 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.

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What the evidence means

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IONIQ 5 vs Tunland G7 Single Cab questions

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