Mazda Mazda3 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.

Mazda Mazda3 in South Africa

Mazda Mazda3

2.0 Astina Edition Auto FWD Petrol 6-Speed Automatic Current
ZAR 629,700 ex-showroom
⚡ 121 kW 🔧 213 Nm ⛽ 15.9 km/l
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

Mazda Mazda3 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.

Tunland G7 Single Cab starts ZAR 168,400 cheaper Mazda3 from ZAR 498,300 · Tunland G7 Single Cab from ZAR 329,900

Five key differences

Exact selected derivatives
Specification Mazda3 Tunland G7 Single Cab
Maximum Power Mazda3121 kW @ 6000 rpm Tunland G7 Single Cab120 kW
Maximum Torque Mazda3213 Nm @ 4000 rpm Tunland G7 Single Cab390 Nm
Engine Size Mazda31998 cc Tunland G7 Single Cab2000 cc
Combined Fuel Economy Mazda315.9 km/l Tunland G7 Single CabNot Officially Disclosed
Ground Clearance Mazda3140 mm Tunland G7 Single Cab210 mm

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Independent editorial assessment

Hagalu editorial ratings

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Mazda Mazda3

2.0 Astina Edition Auto FWD

Hagalu editorial rating Not yet rated

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How Hagalu rates cars

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

Spec Mazda3 Tunland G7 Single Cab
Model Introduced Year 2019 2024
Generation Seventh-generation BP-series Mazda3 hatchback Current 5,340 mm Tunland G7 single cab on a 3,110 mm wheelbase with rear leaf springs.
Facelift History The seventh-generation South African hatchback launched in 2019 and the current range has since been consolidated to Dynamic and Astina editions. Current South African Tunland G7 Single Cab range, with no separate facelift identified.
Facelift Launched Since 2019 Not Applicable
Facelift Version Ending Current Not Applicable
Body Style Hatchback Single-cab pickup
Model Year 2026 2026
Production Status Active active
Segment C-segment hatchback One-tonne single-cab bakkie
Tare Mass Kg 1350 kg -
Vehicle Type Hatchback Light commercial vehicle
Spec Mazda3 Tunland G7 Single Cab
Length 4460 mm 5340 mm
Width 1795 mm 1940 mm
Height 1440 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase 2725 mm 3110 mm
Ground Clearance (Default) 140 mm 210 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 51 l 76 l
Boot/Cargo Space 295 l Not Officially Disclosed
Kerb Weight 1350 kg 1800 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) 1870 kg 2980 kg
Payload Capacity 520 kg Not Officially Disclosed
Towing Capacity 1000 kg 3000 kg
Seating Capacity 5 seats 2 seats
Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Minimum Turning Radius 5.3 m Not Officially Disclosed
Front Legroom 1075 mm Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Legroom 891 mm Not Officially Disclosed
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) - Not Officially Disclosed
Number of Rows - 1 rows
Front Headroom - Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Headroom - Not Officially Disclosed

In depth: how these cars differ

This Mazda3 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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Fail closed

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What the evidence means

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Mazda3 vs Tunland G7 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.

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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.