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Terron 9 holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over L4.
L4 starts ZAR 480,000 cheaperL4 from ZAR 299,900 · Terron 9 from ZAR 779,900
Five key differences
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Specification
L4
Terron 9
Maximum Power
L4108 kW @ 5500 rpm
Terron 9163 kW @ 4000 rpm
Maximum Torque
L4225 Nm @ 2000-4000 rpm
Terron 9520 Nm @ 1500-2400 rpm
Engine Size
L41499 cc
Terron 92498 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
L414.3 km/l
Terron 912.66 km/l
Ground Clearance
L4160 mm
Terron 9220 mm
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
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LEPAS L4
1.5T Pantera 6DCT
Hagalu editorial rating
4.3/5★★★★★★★★★★
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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
L4
Strengths
Better fuel efficiency
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Fewer listed safety features
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published Efficiency
Specification evidence leader
Terron 9
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Stronger listed safety equipment
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Lower fuel efficiency
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
L4
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Terron 9
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
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
L4
Terron 9
Model Introduced Year
2026
2025
Generation
First-generation LEPAS L4 compact SUV
Current South African Terron 9 generation.
Facelift History
The L4 launched as the first LEPAS model in South Africa in 2026.
No later South African facelift is published.
Facelift Launched Since
2026
2025
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
SUV
Five-seat double-cab pickup
Model Year
2026
2025
Production Status
Active
active
Segment
Compact SUV
Pickup
Vehicle Type
SUV
Pickup
Spec
L4
Terron 9
Length
4406 mm
5500 mm
Width
1820 mm
1997 mm
Height
1635 mm
1874 mm
Wheelbase
2700 mm
3300 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
160 mm
220 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
170 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Tank Capacity
51 l
Not Officially Disclosed
Boot/Cargo Space
458 l
1344 l
Kerb Weight
1346 kg
2440 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
1844 kg
3300 kg
Payload Capacity
498 kg
860 kg
Towing Capacity
1200 kg
3500 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
2 rows
Doors
5 doors
4 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
5.275 m
6.7 m
Front Headroom
1005 mm
1030 mm
Rear Headroom
975 mm
1010 mm
Front Legroom
1040 mm
1065 mm
Rear Legroom
890 mm
965 mm
Spec
L4
Terron 9
Engine
1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol
2.5L turbo diesel
Engine Code
SQRE4T15C
SC25R
Fuel Type
Petrol
Diesel
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1499 cc
2498 cc
Cylinders
4
4
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Inline
Valves
16
16
Valves per Cylinder
4
4
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Multi-Point Electronic Fuel Injection
Common-rail direct injection
Compression Ratio
9.5:1
15.5:1
Bore
77.0 mm
92 mm
Stroke
80.5 mm
94 mm
Maximum Power
108 kW @ 5500 rpm
163 kW @ 4000 rpm
Maximum Torque
225 Nm @ 2000-4000 rpm
520 Nm @ 1500-2400 rpm
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
FWD
4WD
Transmission
6-Speed DCT
8-Speed Automatic
Top Speed
185 km/h
180 km/h
0-100 km/h
10.2 sec
11.5 sec
Quarter Mile
17.6 sec
18.1 sec
Drive Modes
Eco, Normal, Sport
Eco, Normal, Sport
Launch Control
No
No
Rev Limiter
6500 rpm
4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio
80.2 kW/tonne
66.80 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
167.2 Nm/tonne
213.11 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
L4
Terron 9
Gearbox
6-speed dual-clutch automatic
8-speed automatic
Drivetrain Layout
Front-engine, front-wheel drive
Front-engine four-wheel drive
LSD Available
No
Electronic traction management
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Dual-range 4WD
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Rear
Paddle Shifters
Not Available
Standard
Final Drive Ratio
4.13:1
Not Officially Disclosed
Number of Gears
6
8
Transmission Type
Automatic
Torque-converter automatic
Clutch Type
Dual clutch
Torque converter
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Standard
Gear Shift Type
Automatic
Not Officially Disclosed
Drivetrain
FWD
4WD
4WD Engagement
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Available
Standard
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Available
Gearbox Type
Automatic
Automatic
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Low Range
Not Applicable
Standard
Axle Layout
4x2
Four-wheel drive
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Standard
Transmission Speeds
6
8
Spec
L4
Terron 9
Claimed Mileage
14.3 km/l
12.66 km/l
City Mileage
11.5 km/l
10.2 km/l
Highway Mileage
16.8 km/l
14.29 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
51 l
80 l
Emission Standard
Euro 6B
Euro 6
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Auto Start Stop
Standard
Not Officially Disclosed
Real-world Mileage
14.3 km/l
12.66 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
51
80
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
1012.66
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
879.12 km
Spec
L4
Terron 9
Airbags
6
7
ABS
Standard
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Standard
Standard
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Standard
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Yes
Not Officially Disclosed
Front Parking Sensors
Standard
Standard
AEB
Standard
Standard
BA
Standard
Standard
Brake Override System
Yes
Yes
Curtain Airbags
Standard
Standard
Driver Airbag
Standard
Standard
EBD
Standard
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Standard
Hill Hold
Standard
Standard
Passenger Airbag
Standard
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Standard
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Yes - front seats
Not Officially Disclosed
Seatbelt Reminder
Yes
Not Officially Disclosed
Side Airbags
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
TCS
Standard
Standard
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Not Available
ABS EBD
Standard
Standard
Spec
L4
Terron 9
Cruise Control
Adaptive
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Lane Keep Assist
Standard
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
Standard
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Standard
Parking Sensors
Front and rear
Standard
Rear View Camera
Standard
Standard
360 Degree Camera
Standard
Not Officially Disclosed
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Standard
Standard
Driver Fatigue Alert
Standard
Standard
Traffic Sign Recognition
Yes
Standard
Auto Highbeam
Standard
Standard
Auto Wipers
Standard
Standard
Rear Parking Sensors
Standard
Standard
Reverse Camera
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Park Assist
No
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Standard
Not Officially Disclosed
Blind Spot Warning
Standard
Standard
Forward Collision Warning
Standard
Standard
Spec
L4
Terron 9
Seat Material
Faux leather
Leather
Heated Seats
No
Standard
Ventilated Seats
Standard
Standard
Ambient Lighting
Yes
Standard
Steering Wheel Material
Faux leather
Leather
60 40 Split Seat
Standard
Not Officially Disclosed
Driver Seat Adjustment
6-way power
Electric
Passenger Seat Adjustment
4-way manual
Electric
Seat Trim
Faux leather
Leather
Spec
L4
Terron 9
Climate Control
Climate control
Dual-zone automatic
Power Windows
Front and rear
Standard
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Push Button Start
Standard
Standard
Wireless Charging
Standard
Standard
Sunroof
Standard
Standard
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Standard
Rain Sensing Wipers
Standard
Standard
AC Type
Climate control
Dual-zone automatic
Spec
L4
Terron 9
Infotainment System
13.2-inch
12.3-inch touchscreen
Apple CarPlay
Standard
Standard
Android Auto
Standard
Standard
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Standard
Number of Speakers
6
8
Digital Instrument Cluster
8-inch segment display
12.3
USB Ports
2
Standard
Infotainment Screen
13.2-inch
12.3
Touchscreen
13.2-inch
12.3
Spec
L4
Terron 9
LED Headlamps
Standard
Standard
Daytime Running Lamps
Standard
LED
Fog Lamps
Rear
Standard
Roof Rails
Standard
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
LEPAS South Africa colour availability varies by derivative and launch allocation.
Not Officially Disclosed
Headlights
Standard
Standard
Panoramic Sunroof
Standard
Standard
Spec
L4
Terron 9
Approach Angle
20.0 deg
29 deg
Departure Angle
28.0 deg
25 deg
Wading Depth
400 mm
550 mm
Terrain Modes
No
Snow; Mud; Sand
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Standard
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Breakover Angle
18.5 deg
22 deg
Spec
L4
Terron 9
Tyre Size
215/60 R17
275/55 R20
Front Brake Type
Ventilated disc
Ventilated disc
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Disc
Spare Wheel Type
Temporary T-type spare tyre
Full-size spare
Wheel Rim Size
17-inch
20
Handbrake Type
Electronic
Electronic parking brake
Spec
L4
Terron 9
Front Suspension
MacPherson strut independent suspension
Double wishbone independent
Rear Suspension
Torsion beam semi-independent suspension
Multi-link independent
Spec
L4
Terron 9
CO2 Emissions
159 g/km
208 g/km
Spec
L4
Terron 9
Service Plan
5 years / 75,000 km
5 years / 100000 km
Spec
L4
Terron 9
Ownership Role
safety and comfort flagship derivative
Passenger/utility vehicle
Price Zar
419900 ZAR
849900 ZAR
Pricing Role
safety and comfort flagship derivative
Current go-live price
Starting Price
419900
849900
Starting Price Zar
419900
849900
Spec
L4
Terron 9
Warranty
5 years / 150,000 km
5 years / 200000 km
In depth: how these cars differ
This L4 and Terron 9 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: L4 47 vs Terron 9 76.
Efficiency index: L4 56 vs Terron 9 50.
Safety-equipment index: L4 92 vs Terron 9 99.
Practicality index: L4 59 vs Terron 9 88.
Ownership-cover index: L4 not separately scored vs Terron 9 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.
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Evidence / 100
Evidence-index readout
Terron 9 leads by 16 points
Terron 9 holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over L4.
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Terron 9
Performance
76/100
Efficiency
50/100
Safety
99/100
Practicality
88/100
L4
Performance
47/100
Efficiency
56/100
Safety
92/100
Practicality
59/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexLDV Terron 9
leads the specification evidence index with 80 pts
vs 64 pts for L4
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Terron 9 leads. However, L4 may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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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.
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