KIA K2700 vs JAC X200 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.

KIA K2700 in South Africa

KIA K2700

2.7D Workhorse Tipper Diesel 5-Speed Manual Current
ZAR 404,995 ex-showroom
⚡ 56 kW 🔧 152 Nm ⛽ 10.5 km/l
VS
JAC X200 Single Cab in South Africa

JAC X200 Single Cab

X200 2.8L TDI 80 kW 1.5-tonne Single-cab Diesel 5-Speed Manual Current
ZAR 347,739 ex-showroom
⚡ 80 kW 🔧 240 Nm ⛽ 12.5 km/l
+ Add a 3rd car

Decision summary

KIA K2700 vs JAC X200 Single Cab: the short answer

X200 Single Cab holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over K2700.

X200 Single Cab starts ZAR 47,734 cheaper K2700 from ZAR 351,995 · X200 Single Cab from ZAR 304,261

Five key differences

Exact selected derivatives
Specification K2700 X200 Single Cab
Maximum Power K270056 kW @ 3200 rpm X200 Single Cab80 kW @ 3600 rpm
Maximum Torque K2700152 Nm @ 2000 rpm X200 Single Cab240 Nm @ 1800-2000 rpm
Engine Size K27002665 cc X200 Single Cab2771 cc
Combined Fuel Economy K270010.5 km/l X200 Single Cab12.5 km/l
Ground Clearance K2700195 mm X200 Single Cab170 mm

Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.

What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)

K2700

Strengths
  • Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
  • Less powerful engine setup
  • Lower fuel efficiency
  • Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to: Published Practicality
Specification evidence leader

X200 Single Cab

Strengths
  • More powerful engine output
  • Better fuel efficiency
  • Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
  • Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to: Published Performance Published Efficiency

Which One's Right for You?

K2700

  • Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures

X200 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

Full Specs, Side by Side

Spec K2700 X200 Single Cab
Model Introduced Year 1997 2026
Generation Long-running light commercial vehicle; established in SA commercial fleet market Current South African X200 Single Cab range verified on 7 September 2026
Facelift History Updated in 2005, 2012; current model ongoing production with specification updates No later South African facelift was identified in the current official model and brochure material
Facelift Launched Since 2012 Not Applicable
Facelift Version Ending Current Not Applicable
Body Style Van Forward-cab single cab
Color Note White (standard fleet specification) -
Dealer Stock Note Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup -
Model Year 2026 2026
Production Status active active
Segment Van Forward-cab light commercial vehicle
Tare Mass Kg 1880 kg -
Vehicle Type Van Light commercial vehicle
Spec K2700 X200 Single Cab
Length 4870 mm Not Officially Disclosed
Width 1840 mm Not Officially Disclosed
Height 2060 mm Not Officially Disclosed
Wheelbase 2685 mm Not Officially Disclosed
Ground Clearance (Default) 195 mm 170 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) 145 mm Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 l 65 l
Boot/Cargo Space 3000 l Not Officially Disclosed
Kerb Weight 1880 kg 1760 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) 2850 kg 3260 kg
Payload Capacity 1300 kg 1500 kg
Towing Capacity 1180 kg 1250 kg
Seating Capacity 2 seats 3 seats
Number of Rows 1 rows 1 rows
Doors 2 doors Not Officially Disclosed
Minimum Turning Radius 11.4 m 5.75 m
Front Headroom 1010 mm Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Headroom Not Applicable Not Applicable
Front Legroom 1040 mm Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Legroom Not Applicable Not Applicable

In depth: how these cars differ

This K2700 and X200 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: K2700 32 vs X200 Single Cab 44.

Efficiency index: K2700 43 vs X200 Single Cab 54.

Safety-equipment index: K2700 0 vs X200 Single Cab 88.

Practicality index: K2700 68 vs X200 Single Cab 57.

Ownership-cover index: K2700 49 vs X200 Single Cab not separately scored.

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.

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 / 100
Evidence-index readout

X200 Single Cab leads by 24 points

X200 Single Cab holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over K2700.

Evidence leader 61 /100
Lead 24 points
Data 52% source coverage
61
#1 Evidence leader

X200 Single Cab

52% source coverage 1 strong categories
Best at Safety 88 Check Performance 44
Performance 44
Efficiency 54
Safety 88
Practicality 57
Leads by 24 points
37
#2

K2700

84% source coverage 0 strong categories
Best at Practicality 68 Check Safety 0
Performance 32
Efficiency 43
Safety 0
Practicality 68
Ownership 49
Performance 24% Safety 22% Practicality 22% Efficiency 17% Ownership 15%
Category leaders What moves the verdict
Performance X200 Single Cab +12 Efficiency X200 Single Cab +11 Safety X200 Single Cab +88 Practicality K2700 +11

Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.

Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader

X200 Single Cab

Performance 44/100
Efficiency 54/100
Safety 88/100
Practicality 57/100

K2700

Performance 32/100
Efficiency 43/100
Safety 0/100
Practicality 68/100
Ownership 49/100

What the evidence means

Evidence index JAC X200 Single Cab leads the specification evidence index with 61 pts vs 37 pts for K2700

In Hagalu's specification evidence index, X200 Single Cab leads. However, K2700 may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.

K2700 vs X200 Single Cab 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.