GWM P Series vs Mahindra S4 Game Viewer

A proper head-to-head in South Africa — we cover price, performance, petrol economy, safety and what it'll actually cost you to own each one long term.

Includes a historical vehicle

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GWM P Series Discontinued model
GWM P Series in South Africa

GWM P Series

2.0T Double Cab LX 4x4 Diesel 8-Speed Automatic Discontinued model
ZAR 599,900 last listed
Discontinued model Verified historical specifications remain visible for owner and used-car comparisons.
⚡ 110 kW 🔧 480 Nm ⛽ 9.8 km/l
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Mahindra S4 Game Viewer in South Africa

Mahindra S4 Game Viewer

S4 Game Viewer 4x4 Diesel Current
ZAR 548,249 ex-showroom
⚡ 103 kW 🔧 320 Nm ⛽ 12.7 km/l
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Decision summary

GWM P Series vs Mahindra S4 Game Viewer: the short answer

The verified specification tables are ready to compare, but 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 P Series: last listed from ZAR 444,900 · S4 Game Viewer: current from ZAR 503,749

Five key differences

Exact selected derivatives
Specification P Series S4 Game Viewer
Maximum Power P Series110 kW S4 Game Viewer103 kW @ 3750 rpm
Maximum Torque P Series480 Nm S4 Game Viewer320 Nm
Engine Size P Series1996 cc S4 Game Viewer2179 cc
Combined Fuel Economy P Series9.8 km/l S4 Game Viewer12.7 km/l
Ground Clearance P Series210 mm S4 Game Viewer210 mm

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

Evidence for GWM P Series 2.0T Double Cab LX 4x4

Source type: Hagalu catalogue record

Full Specs, Side by Side

Archived cars use verified historical spec records. Rows remain comparable; unavailable historical values are shown plainly rather than estimated.

Spec P Series S4 Game Viewer
Model Introduced Year 2020 Not Available
Generation The P Series sold in South Africa is the first generation marketed under the GWM banner locally, derived from Great Wall's POER platform launched in China in 2019. Local specification differs from the Chinese-market POER in suspension calibration (firmer for higher payload), 4x4 system tuning (greater bias to load-carrying durability over technical off-road performance) and trim levels (the South African range is more equipment-loaded than the domestic Chinese equivalent at the same price point). Current local listing
Facelift History Since its 2020 South African launch, the P Series has received two notable updates. A 2022 mid-cycle refresh introduced the larger 10.25-inch infotainment screen on LS and above, updated driver-assistance calibration to reduce false lane-departure alerts on SA rural roads, and added wireless Apple CarPlay on the LT and LX. A 2024 specification update added the 360-degree camera as standard on LT trim, upgraded the rear-camera resolution across the range and revised the suspension damping after South African dealer feedback noted the original tune was firmer than ideal on Eastern Cape gravel. Not listed by current South African source page.
Facelift Launched Since 2024 Original current-generation version
Body Type Cab Double Cab -
Tare Mass Kg 1985 kg 2155 kg
Facelift Version Ending Not confirmed Current
Body Style Not confirmed Pickup
Model Year Not confirmed Current
Production Status Not confirmed Active
Segment Not confirmed Pickup
Vehicle Type Not confirmed Pickup
Spec P Series S4 Game Viewer
Length 5360 mm -
Width 1900 mm -
Height 1815 mm -
Wheelbase 3220 mm -
Ground Clearance (Default) 210 mm 210 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 l 80 l
Kerb Weight 1985 kg 2155 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) 3000 kg 3150 kg
Payload Capacity 900 kg 995 kg
Towing Capacity 3500 kg -
Seating Capacity 5 seats -
Doors 4 doors -
Minimum Turning Radius 13.6 m -
Front Headroom 1020 mm -
Rear Headroom 975 mm -
Front Legroom 1070 mm -
Rear Legroom 880 mm -

In depth: how these cars differ

This P Series and S4 Game Viewer comparison keeps the exact South African derivatives, lifecycle states, available prices and verified specifications side by side.

Hagalu has withheld an overall score because at least one selected vehicle does not yet have four comparable categories and 50% weighted source coverage. Missing catalogue evidence is not replaced with a neutral score or a guessed value.

Use the key-spec and full-spec tables to compare the fields that are confirmed. For a purchase decision, verify current availability, exact derivative equipment, finance, insurance and ownership cover with the relevant manufacturer or authorised retailer.

Specification Index Withheld

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Fail closed

Score withheld: fewer than four comparable categories or less than 50% weighted source coverage for at least one vehicle.

Use the verified key-spec and full-spec tables on this page. A ranked index will appear only after every selected vehicle has source-backed data in at least four categories and reaches 50% weighted coverage.

What the evidence means

No overall winner is declared because the selected vehicles do not yet meet Hagalu's minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold. Compare the confirmed rows and verify the exact derivative before buying.

P Series vs S4 Game Viewer questions

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