KIA K2500 vs Toyota Land Cruiser 79 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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KIA K2500
2.5TD Tipper
Diesel
5-Speed Manual
Current
ZAR 460,995
ex-showroom
⚡ 70 kW
🔧 225 Nm
⛽ 9.5 km/l
VS
Toyota Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab
4.0 V6 Single Cab MT
Petrol
6-Speed Manual
Current
ZAR 780,000
ex-showroom
⚡ 202 kW
🔧 381 Nm
⛽ 13 km/l
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Decision summary
KIA K2500 vs Toyota Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab: the short answer
Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over K2500.
K2500 starts ZAR 281,205 cheaper
K2500 from ZAR 424,995 · Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab from ZAR 706,200
Five key differences
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| Specification | K2500 | Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | K250070 kW @ 3600 rpm | Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab202 kW |
| Maximum Torque | K2500225 Nm @ 1500 rpm | Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab381 Nm |
| Engine Size | K25002498 cc | Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab3956 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | K25009.5 km/l | Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab13 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | K2500195 mm | Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab235 mm |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Independent editorial assessment
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Toyota Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab
4.0 V6 Single Cab MT
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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
K2500
Strengths
- Stronger published ownership cover
Weak Spots
- Less powerful engine setup
- Lower fuel efficiency
- Fewer listed safety features
- Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:
General Use
Specification evidence leader
Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab
Strengths
- More powerful engine output
- Better fuel efficiency
- Stronger listed safety equipment
- Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
- Lower published ownership cover
Best suited to:
Published Performance
Published Efficiency
Published Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
K2500
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published warranty or service cover
Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
- Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
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| Spec | K2500 | Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2000 | Current local generation year not confirmed |
| Generation | Long-running commercial truck; second generation with D4BH engine | Current South African Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data. |
| Facelift History | Updated periodically; current specification ongoing production | Model-year updates can affect trim, wheels, screens, safety equipment and colours. Use the latest South African price list when checking a specific vehicle. |
| Facelift Launched Since | Original current-generation version | Original current-generation version |
| Facelift Version Ending | Current | Current |
| Body Style | Van | Pickup |
| Color Note | White (standard fleet specification) | Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering. |
| Dealer Stock Note | Top grade in the South Africa lineup | Mid grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Production Status | active | active |
| Segment | Van | Pickup |
| Tare Mass Kg | 1980 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Type | Van | Pickup |
| Body Type Cab | - | Single/extended/double cab as per derivative name |
| Spec | K2500 | Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5160 mm | 5275 mm |
| Width | 1900 mm | 1855 mm |
| Height | 2120 mm | 1855 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2890 mm | 3085 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 195 mm | 235 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | 145 mm | 125 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 l | 87 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 3000 l | 488 l |
| Kerb Weight | 1980 kg | 1850 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 3500 kg | 2800 kg |
| Payload Capacity | 1000 kg | 950 kg |
| Towing Capacity | 1400 kg | 3500 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 3 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Rows | 1 rows | 2 rows |
| Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 12.5 m | 6.4 m |
| Front Headroom | 1010 mm | 997 mm |
| Rear Headroom | Not Applicable | 944 mm |
| Front Legroom | 1040 mm | 1037 mm |
| Rear Legroom | Not Applicable | 884 mm |
| Spec | K2500 | Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab |
|---|---|---|
| Front Track Width | 1530 mm | Not Applicable |
| Rear Track Width | 1580 mm | Not Applicable |
| Front Suspension | Independent Double Wishbone | Coil Spring with Solid Axle |
| Rear Suspension | Rigid Axle Leaf Spring | Leaf Spring with Solid Axle |
| Chassis Type | Body-on-Frame | - |
| Power Steering | Yes | Hydraulic |
| Steering Column | Adjustable | Tilt |
| Front Spring Type | Coil Spring | Coil Spring with Solid Axle |
| Rear Spring Type | Leaf Spring | Leaf Spring with Solid Axle |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | Yes | Front |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | No | - |
| Shock Absorber Type | Telescopic | - |
| Chassis Material | Body-on-Frame | - |
| Front Suspension Type | Independent Double Wishbone | Coil Spring with Solid Axle |
| MagneRide Damping | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rear Axle Type | Rigid Axle Leaf Spring | Leaf Spring with Solid Axle |
| Rear Suspension Type | Rigid Axle Leaf Spring | Leaf Spring with Solid Axle |
| Shock Absorbers | Telescopic | - |
| Suspension | Independent Double Wishbone | Coil Spring with Solid Axle |
| Spec | K2500 | Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab |
|---|---|---|
| Load Bed Length | 2200 mm | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | 1600 mm | Not Applicable |
| Climate Control | No | Manual AC |
| Power Windows | No | All Doors |
| Keyless Entry | No | Not Available |
| Push Button Start | No | Not Available |
| Wireless Charging | No | Standard |
| Sunroof | No | Not Available |
| Electric Tailgate | No | Not Available |
| Automatic Headlamps | No | Not Available |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | No | Not Available |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | No | - |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | Not Applicable | 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 | - |
| AC Type | No | Manual AC |
| Adaptive Dampers | No | Not Available |
| Aero Kit | No | - |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | No | - |
| Boot Opener | Manual | - |
| Chrome Exterior Highlights | No | - |
| Chrome Grille | No | - |
| Climate Zones | 1 | Manual AC |
| Door Ajar Warning | Yes | - |
| Drag Coefficient | 0.46 | - |
| Driver Display | Analogue Cluster | - |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | No | All Doors |
| Engine Check Warning | Yes | - |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | No | Not Available |
| Engine Start Stop | No | Not Available |
| Engine Start Stop Button | No | Not Available |
| Engine Warranty | 5 Years / 150,000 km | 5 Years / 150,000 km |
| Front Armrest | No | Not Available |
| Front Power Outlet | No | - |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | 10.5 | 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 | Standard |
| Impact Sensing Door Unlock | Yes | - |
| Intercooler | Yes | - |
| Multi Function Steering | No | - |
| Panoramic Roof | No | Not Available |
| Performance Data Logger | No | Not Available |
| Power Mirrors | No | All Doors |
| Push Button Start | No | Not Available |
| Rear Defogger | No | - |
| Rear Reading Lamps | No | - |
| Rear Seat Split | No | Not Available |
| Rear Wing | No | Not Available |
| Remote Engine Start | No | - |
| Rev Matching | No | Not Available |
| Ride Mode Selection | No | - |
| Roof Antenna | Yes | - |
| Seat Type | Vinyl Seats | Vinyl |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | Yes | - |
| Service Reminder | Yes | - |
| Side Steps | No | Standard/available |
| Skid Plates | No | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Spare Wheel | Full-Size Spare | Full-Size |
| Speed Alert System | No | - |
| Stabilizer Bar | Yes | Front |
| Steering Mounted Controls | No | - |
| Steering Response | Normal | - |
| Tachometer | Yes | - |
| Tail Lamps | No | - |
| Telescopic Steering | Tilt and Telescopic | Tilt |
| Tilt Steering | Tilt and Telescopic | Tilt |
| Trip Computer | Yes | - |
| Tyre Repair Kit | No | - |
| Vanity Mirror | No | - |
| Voice Command | No | Standard |
| Voice Command Support | No | Standard |
| Air Conditioning | No | Manual AC |
| Automatic High Beam | No | - |
| Battery Preconditioning | Not Available | Not Available |
| Bed Extender | Not Available | - |
| Bottle Holders | 2 | - |
| Canopy Fitment | Not Available | - |
| Centre Console | No | Not Available |
| Common Rail Injection | Direct Injection Turbodiesel | Multi-Point EFI |
| Diff Lock | No | - |
| Difflock | No | - |
| Digital Speedometer | No | Not Available |
| 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 | Not Available |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | No | Not Available |
| Lift Gate | No | Not Available |
| Load Bed Cover | Not Available | - |
| Load Bed Light | Not Available | Pickup utility fitment/compatibility |
| Load Bed Steps | Not Available | - |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | Not Available | - |
| Loadbox Length Mm | 2200 mm | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | Not Available | - |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | Not Available | Pickup utility fitment/compatibility |
| Loadbox Width Mm | 1600 mm | Not Applicable |
| Manual Aircon | No | Manual AC |
| Mirror | Manual | All Doors |
| One Pedal Driving | Not Available | Not Available |
| Passive Entry Start | No | Not Available |
| Power Socket 12v | Yes | - |
| Powered Tailgate | No | Not Available |
| Reading Lights Rear | No | - |
| Rear Air Conditioning | No | - |
| Rear Diff Lock | Not Available | - |
| Rear Electric Motor | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | No | - |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | No | - |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | Not Available | Not Available |
| Remote Central Locking | Yes | Standard |
| Remote Side Mirror | No | - |
| Remote Start | No | - |
| Rim Size | 195R15C | Not Available |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | No | Not Available |
| Side Impact Bars | Yes | - |
| Sonar | No | Not Available |
| Sound System | 2 | 4 |
| Source Model Column | k2500 | land-cruiser-79-single-cab |
| Sport Plus Mode | Not Available | Not Available |
| Sports Bar | Not Available | - |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | Yes | Front |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | No | - |
| Steering Column Adjustment | Tilt and Telescopic | Tilt |
| Sub Frame | Body-on-Frame | - |
| Surround View Monitor | No | Not Available |
| Tailgate Damper | Not Available | - |
| Tailgate Lock | Not Available | Pickup utility fitment/compatibility |
| Tow Bar Type | Not Available | Bakkie towing support |
| TPMS | No | Not Available |
| Trim Level | top | mid |
| Unlocking | No | Not Available |
| Vanity Mirror Illuminated | No | - |
| Variant Role | Commercial utility derivative | Commercial utility derivative |
| Vdc | No | Standard |
| Vehicle To Grid | Not Available | Not Available |
| Vehicle To Load | Not Available | Not Available |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | No | Not Available |
| Walk Away Lock | No | Not Available |
| Wireless Charger | No | Standard |
| Accelerator 0 100 | - | 9.5 sec |
| Rear Step Bumper | - | Pickup utility fitment/compatibility |
| Side Step | - | Standard/available |
| Tie Down Hooks | - | Pickup utility fitment/compatibility |
| Towbar | - | Bakkie towing support |
| Trailer Hitch | - | Bakkie towing support |
| Trailer Stability Assist | - | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Trailer Sway Control | - | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Spec | K2500 | Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.5-litre Turbocharged Diesel | 4-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol |
| Engine Code | J2T | Market-specific engine family |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 2498 cc | 3956 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 | 6 |
| Cylinder Layout | Inline | Inline |
| Valves | 8 | 24 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 | 4 |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | Naturally Aspirated |
| Fuel System | Direct Injection Turbodiesel | Multi-Point Injection |
| Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Bore | 91 mm | 82.0 mm |
| Stroke | 96 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Maximum Power | 70 kW @ 3600 rpm | 202 kW |
| Maximum Torque | 225 Nm @ 1500 rpm | 381 Nm |
| Combined Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Combined Torque | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Motor Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Number of Motors | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Motor Location | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Drive Type | RWD | 4WD |
| Transmission | 5-Speed Manual | 6-Speed Manual |
| Top Speed | 140 km/h | 175 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | Not Officially Disclosed | 9.5 sec |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | 15.5 sec |
| Drive Modes | No | Eco, Comfort, Sport |
| Launch Control | No | No |
| Rev Limiter | Not Officially Disclosed | 6500 rpm |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 35.4 kW/tonne | 109.2 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 113.6 Nm/tonne | 205.9 Nm/tonne |
| Battery Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Usable Battery Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Battery Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Battery Voltage | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Electric Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Time | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Time | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Regenerative Braking | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Spec | K2500 | Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Position | Front Transverse | - |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed Manual | 6-Speed Manual |
| Drivetrain Layout | RWD | 4WD Part-Time |
| LSD Available | No | Standard |
| Transfer Case | Not Applicable | Standard |
| Differential Lock | No | Not Applicable |
| Paddle Shifters | No | No |
| Final Drive Ratio | 4.30 | Not Applicable |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | 15.2:1 | - |
| Number of Gears | 5 | 5 |
| Transmission Type | Manual Transmission | Manual |
| Clutch Type | Single Dry Disc | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Yes | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Type | Manual | 6-Speed Manual |
| Drivetrain | RWD | 4WD/ |
| 4WD Engagement | Not Applicable | Available |
| 4WD Hi Range | Not Applicable | Available |
| 4WD Lo Range | Not Applicable | Available where 4WD low range is fitted |
| 4WD Selector | Not Applicable | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | No | No |
| Differential Type Front | Not Available | - |
| Differential Type Rear | Not Available | - |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Gearbox Type | 5-Speed Manual | 6-Speed Manual |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | Not Applicable | Available where 4WD low range is fitted |
| Axle Layout | RWD | 4WD |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Transfer Case Guard | Not Available | - |
| Transmission Speeds | 5 | 5 |
| Drive Mode Selector | - | 4WD/off-road drive mode support |
| Spec | K2500 | Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 9.5 km/l | 13 km/l |
| City Mileage | 8.0 km/l | 11.0 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | 11.1 km/l | 15.5 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 l | 87 l |
| Emission Standard | Euro 3 | Euro 4 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | No | Not Applicable |
| Auto Start Stop | No | Not Applicable |
| Low Fuel Warning | Yes | - |
| Real-world Mileage | 9.5 km/l | 13 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 75 | 87 |
| Combined Driving Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Electric Consumption | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Highway | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Mixed | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Spec | K2500 | Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 0 | 2 |
| ABS | No | Standard |
| Electronic Stability Control | No | Standard |
| Traction Control | No | Standard |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Standard |
| Hill Start Assist | No | Standard |
| Child Safety Lock | No | Not Available |
| ISOFIX Mounts | No | Not Available |
| Brake Assist | No | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | No | Not Available |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Standard |
| Alarm System | No | Standard |
| Central Locking | Yes | Standard |
| Side Impact Beams | Yes | - |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Yes | Not Available |
| Speed Alert System | Yes | - |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | No | - |
| Front Parking Sensors | No | Not Available |
| Whiplash Protection | No | - |
| Lane Change Warning | No | - |
| AEB | No | Not Available |
| BA | No | Standard |
| Brake Override System | Yes | Not Available |
| Curtain Airbags | No | Not Available |
| Driver Airbag | No | 2 |
| EBD | No | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Standard |
| Fatigue Detection | No | - |
| Hill Hold | No | Standard |
| Passenger Airbag | No | 2 |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | No | Not Available |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Yes | Not Available |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Yes | Not Available |
| Side Airbags | No | Not Available |
| Stability Control | No | Standard |
| TCS | No | Standard |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | No | Not Available |
| Knee Airbag | No | Not Available |
| ABS EBD | No | Standard |
| Anti Theft Alarm | No | Standard |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | 0 | 2 |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | 0 | 2 |
| ESC With Traction Control | No | Standard |
| Spec | K2500 | Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | No | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | No | Not Available |
| Lane Keep Assist | No | Not Available |
| Lane Departure Warning | No | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | No | Not Available |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | No | Not Available |
| Parking Sensors | No | Not Available |
| Rear View Camera | No | Not Available |
| 360 Degree Camera | No | Not Available |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | No | Not Available |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | No | Not Available |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | No | Not Available |
| Auto Highbeam | No | Not Available |
| Auto Lights | No | Not Available |
| Auto Wipers | No | Not Available |
| Eco Mode | No | - |
| EV Mode | No | Not Available |
| Rear Parking Sensors | No | Not Available |
| Reverse Camera | No | Not Available |
| Sport Mode | No | - |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | No | Not Available |
| Park Assist | No | Not Available |
| Around View Monitor | No | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Warning | No | Not Available |
| Emergency Braking | No | Not Available |
| Forward Collision Warning | No | Not Available |
| Front Camera | No | - |
| Parking Distance Sensors | No | Not Available |
| Parking Sensor | No | Not Available |
| Automatic High Beam | No | - |
| Pre-Collision System | No | Not Available |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | No | Not Available |
| Rear View Camera | No | Not Available |
| Reverse Camera Type | No | Not Available |
| Reversing Camera | No | Not Available |
| Surround View Camera | No | Not Available |
| Spec | K2500 | Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Vinyl | Vinyl |
| Seat Adjustment | 2-Way Manual | Manual |
| Heated Seats | No | Not Applicable |
| Ventilated Seats | No | Not Applicable |
| Steering Type | Yes | Hydraulic |
| Steering Adjustment | Tilt and Telescopic | Tilt |
| Ambient Lighting | No | Not Applicable |
| Folding Rear Seats | No | Not Available |
| Front Armrest | No | Not Available |
| Rear Armrest | No | - |
| Front Shoulder Room | 1405 mm | Not Applicable |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 1350 mm | Not Applicable |
| Cup Holders | 2 | - |
| Rear AC Vents | No | - |
| Rear USB Ports | No | 2 |
| Steering Wheel Material | Urethane | Not Applicable |
| Instrument Cluster Type | Analogue | Not Available |
| Interior Colour Options | Grey | 3 |
| Driver Lumbar Support | No | - |
| Door Map Pockets | Yes | - |
| 60 40 Split Seat | No | Not Applicable |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | 2-Way Manual | Manual |
| Adjustable Front Seat | 2-Way Manual | - |
| Cooled Seats | No | - |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | 2-Way Manual | Manual |
| Fabric Seats | No | Vinyl |
| Front Headrest | Adjustable | - |
| Leather Seats | No | - |
| Memory Seats | No | - |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | 2-Way Manual | Manual |
| Rear Headrest | No | - |
| Armrest Front | No | Not Available |
| Armrest Rear | No | - |
| Driver Seat | 2-Way Manual | Manual |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | Commercial cab, driver and passenger seating, basic instrumentation, air conditioning (Aircon variant), manual controls | Cabin trim, seating material, screen layout and driver-assistance equipment vary by derivative. Compare the chosen Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab grade before assuming a feature is included. |
| Interior Trim Colour | Grey | - |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | Vinyl | Vinyl |
| Interior Colours | Grey | 3 |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | No | - |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | No | - |
| Seat Belt Warning | Yes | - |
| Seat Fold Type | No | Not Available |
| Seat Trim | Vinyl | Vinyl |
| Spec | K2500 | Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | 0-inch Touchscreen | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Apple CarPlay | No | Standard |
| Android Auto | No | Standard |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | No | Standard |
| Number of Speakers | 2 | 4 |
| Navigation System | No | Standard |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | No | Not Applicable |
| USB Ports | 0 | 2 |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | No | Standard |
| Wireless Android Auto | No | Standard |
| FM Radio | Yes | - |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | No | - |
| Voice Recognition | No | Standard |
| AUX Input | No | - |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 0 | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | No | - |
| Audio Controls On Steering | No | - |
| Infotainment Display | 0 | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Rear Usb | No | 2 |
| Premium Audio | No | - |
| Audio | Yes | - |
| Audio Speakers | 2 | 4 |
| Audio System | Yes | 4 |
| Display Audio | 0-inch Touchscreen | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | 0 | 2 |
| Head Up Display | No | - |
| Infotainment Screen | 0 | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Multi Information Display | Analogue | Not Available |
| Connected Services | No | Standard |
| Voice Control | No | Standard |
| Smartphone Connectivity | No | Standard |
| Radio | Yes | - |
| Touchscreen | 0 | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Spec | K2500 | Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | No | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lamps | Yes | Standard |
| Fog Lamps | No | Standard |
| Roof Rails | No | Not Available |
| Alloy Wheel Design | Steel | Not Available |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | No | Standard |
| Body Cladding | No | - |
| Rear Spoiler | No | Not Available |
| Exterior Colour Options | White | 3 |
| Roof Type | Cab | Not Available |
| Wing Mirror Type | Manual | - |
| Rear Wiper | No | - |
| Door Handle Finish | Metal | - |
| Body Type | Tipper Truck | Pickup |
| DRL | Yes | Standard |
| Fog Lights | No | Standard |
| Front Fog Lights | No | Standard |
| Led Headlights | No | Standard |
| Led Taillights | No | - |
| Rear Fog Lights | No | - |
| Front Overhang | 870 mm | - |
| Rear Overhang | 1400 mm | - |
| Auto Headlights | No | Not Available |
| Automatic Headlamps | No | Not Available |
| Daytime Running Lights | Yes | Standard |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | Cab | Not Available |
| Exterior Colour Options | 1 | 6 |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | Metal | - |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | No | All Doors |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | No | - |
| Front Fog Lamps | No | Standard |
| Headlamp Levelling | No | Standard |
| Headlamps | No | Standard |
| Headlight Type | No | Standard |
| Headlights | No | Standard |
| Load Bed Liner | Not Available | Pickup utility fitment/compatibility |
| Panoramic Sunroof | No | Not Available |
| Active Exhaust | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rear Spoiler | No | Not Available |
| Spec | K2500 | Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | 25 deg | Not Available |
| Departure Angle | 17 deg | Not Available |
| Wading Depth | Not Available | Not Available |
| Terrain Modes | Not Available | 4WD/off-road drive mode support |
| Locking Differential | No | Not Applicable |
| Underbody Protection | No | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | 15 deg | - |
| Recovery Hooks | Yes | - |
| 4WD System Type | Not Applicable | Four-wheel drive |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Standard |
| Ramp-over Angle | 19 deg | - |
| Approach Angle Deg | 25 deg | - |
| Breakover Angle | 15 deg | Not Available |
| Departure Angle Deg | 17 deg | - |
| Energy Recovery Display | Not Available | Not Available |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | Not Available | - |
| Ground Clearance Max | 195 mm | 235 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | 195 mm | 235 mm |
| Off Road Descent Control | Not Available | Standard |
| Off Road Traction Assist | Not Available | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| 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 | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Terrain Mode Normal | Not Available | - |
| Terrain Mode Rock | Not Available | - |
| Terrain Mode Sand | Not Available | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Terrain Mode Snow | Not Available | Confirmed 4WD derivative |
| Terrain Response System | Not Available | - |
| Underbody Camera | Not Available | - |
| Spec | K2500 | Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 195R15C | 265/70 R16 |
| Wheel Type | Steel | Not Available |
| Front Brake Type | Ventilated Disc | Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Drum | Drum |
| Spare Wheel Type | Full-Size Spare | Full-Size |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | 300 mm | - |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | 276 mm | - |
| Parking Brake Type | Manual | - |
| Tyre Load Index | 116 | - |
| Tyre Speed Rating | L | - |
| Wheel Rim Size | 195R15C | Not Available |
| Brake Type Front | Ventilated Disc | Disc |
| Brake Type Rear | Drum | Drum |
| Spare Tyre | Full-Size Spare | Full-Size |
| Tyre Type | Radial | 265/70 R16 |
| Front Tyre Width | 195 mm | - |
| Rear Tyre Width | 195 mm | - |
| Wheel Diameter | 195R15C | Not Available |
| Auto Brake Hold | Manual | - |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | No | Not Available |
| Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Disc |
| Cornering Brake Control | No | Standard |
| Electric Park Brake | Manual | - |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | No | - |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | Not Available | - |
| Handbrake Type | Manual | Not Applicable |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | No | Standard |
| Leather Steering Wheel | Urethane | - |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | Full-Size Spare | Full-Size |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | No | - |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | No | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | No | - |
| Steering Wheel Trim | Urethane | - |
| Tyre Pressure Display | No | Not Available |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | No | Not Available |
| Wheel Material | Steel | Not Available |
| Wheel Size Type | 195R15C | - |
| Wheels | Steel | Not Available |
| Spec | K2500 | Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab |
|---|---|---|
| Service Interval | 7500 | - |
| Approx Service Cost | R2,000 per service | - |
| Battery Warranty | 5 Years / 150,000 km | 5 Years / 150,000 km |
| Maintenance Plan | 1 Year / 15,000 km | 5 Years / 90,000 km |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 8.0 l | - |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | 7500 | - |
| First Service At | 7500 | - |
| Service Plan Duration | 1 Year / 15,000 km | 5 Years / 90,000 km |
| Service Plan Distance | 1 Year / 15,000 km | 5 Years / 90,000 km |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | Yes | - |
| Alternator | Yes | - |
| Service Plan | 1 Year / 15,000 km | 5 Years / 90,000 km |
| Service Intervals | 7500 | - |
| Spec | K2500 | Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty Years | 5 Years / 150,000 km | 3 years / 100 000 km |
| Warranty Kilometers | 5 Years / 150,000 km | 3 years / 100 000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | 3 Years |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | 3 Years | - |
| Basic Warranty | 5 Years / 150,000 km | 3 years / 100 000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | 3 Years |
| Warranty | 5 Years / 150,000 km | 3 years / 100 000 km |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | 3 Years |
| Spec | K2500 | Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 275 g/km | 276 g/km |
| Start Stop System | No | - |
| Hybrid System Type | Not Available | Not Available |
| Noise Level | 78 dB | - |
| Variable Valve Timing | No | - |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | B7 Diesel | Petrol |
| Particulate Filter | DPF | Not Available |
| Euro Emission Standard | Euro 3 | Euro 4 |
| Idle CO2 Output | 289 | 276 |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | No | - |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | 275 | 276 |
| Spec | K2500 | Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | 6.8 l/100km | 14 l/100km |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | 8.8 l/100km | 17 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | 10.0 l/100km | 11 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | 11.7 l/100km | 13 l/100km |
| Owner Review Count | - | 5 |
| Spec | K2500 | Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Top | Mid |
| Price Zar | 460995 ZAR | 780000 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Current listed price | Current listed price |
| Starting Price | 460995 | 780000 |
| Starting Price Zar | 460995 | 780000 |
In depth: how these cars differ
This K2500 and Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab comparison uses the exact derivatives selected above for South Africa. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: K2500 41 vs Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab 78.
Efficiency index: K2500 40 vs Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab 49.
Safety-equipment index: K2500 0 vs Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab 50.
Practicality index: K2500 71 vs Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab 78.
Ownership-cover index: K2500 49 vs Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab 43.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.
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Specification Evidence Index
A transparent comparison of published catalogue fields. This is not a road-test score, owner rating or editorial review rating, and it appears only when every vehicle clears the same comparable-data threshold.
Evidence-index readout
Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab leads by 22 points
Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over K2500.
Evidence leader
62
/100
Lead
22
points
Data
86%
source coverage
62
#1
Evidence leader
Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab
86% source coverage
2 strong categories
Best at
Performance 78
Check
Ownership 43
Performance
78
Efficiency
49
Safety
50
Practicality
78
Ownership
43
Leads by 22 points
40
#2
K2500
84% source coverage
1 strong categories
Best at
Practicality 71
Check
Safety 0
Performance
41
Efficiency
40
Safety
0
Practicality
71
Ownership
49
Performance 24%
Safety 22%
Practicality 22%
Efficiency 17%
Ownership 15%
Category leaders
What moves the verdict
Performance
Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab +37
Efficiency
Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab +9
Safety
Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab +50
Practicality
Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab +7
Ownership
K2500 +6
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab
Performance
78/100
Efficiency
49/100
Safety
50/100
Practicality
78/100
Ownership
43/100
K2500
Performance
41/100
Efficiency
40/100
Safety
0/100
Practicality
71/100
Ownership
49/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
Toyota Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab
leads the specification evidence index with 62 pts
vs 40 pts for K2500
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab leads. However, K2500 may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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K2500 vs Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab questions
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