GWM P Series vs Mahindra S6 Mining

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

Current, upcoming and historical vehicles can be compared side by side. Historical records keep their verified specifications, while price labels show last-listed context rather than current new-car availability.

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
VS
Mahindra S6 Mining in South Africa

Mahindra S6 Mining

S6 Mining DC 4WD Diesel Current
ZAR 571,249 ex-showroom
⚡ 103 kW 🔧 320 Nm ⛽ 12.7 km/l
＋ Add a 3rd car

At a Glance — Who Wins What

⚡ Performance P Series
⛽ Fuel Economy S6 Mining
🛡 Safety P Series
📦 Practicality P Series
🔑 Ownership P Series
Recorded price context P Series: last listed from ZAR 444,900 · S6 Mining: current from ZAR 478,649

Key Specs Side by Side

The specs that matter most — highlighted where one car leads.

Spec P Series S6 Mining
Maximum Power 110 kW 103 kW @ 3750 rpm
Maximum Torque 480 Nm 320 Nm
Engine Size 1996 cc 2179 cc
Claimed Mileage 9.8 km/l 12.7 km/l
Ground Clearance 210 mm 210 mm
Boot / Load Bay Not confirmed -
Airbags 6 Driver and passenger airbags
Kerb Weight 1985 kg 2155 kg
Seating Capacity Not confirmed -
Warranty 5 Years / 100,000 km 4 years / 120 000 km

= leads in this spec

Archived models stay fully comparable. Verified specs remain visible; historical fields that were not source-confirmed are marked Not confirmed instead of being guessed.

The Bottom Line

P Series dominates this comparison with clear advantages across multiple categories.

Where They Actually Differ

Performance P Series +3 pts
Efficiency S6 Mining +13 pts
Safety P Series +94 pts
Practicality P Series +9 pts
Ownership P Series +26 pts

What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)

🏆 Overall Winner

P Series

Strengths
  • More powerful engine output
  • Stronger safety package
  • More practical for daily use
  • Better long-term ownership value
Weak Spots
  • Lower fuel efficiency
Best suited to: Highway Driving Family Usage

S6 Mining

Strengths
  • Better fuel efficiency
Weak Spots
  • Less powerful engine setup
  • Less comprehensive safety features
  • Less practical in daily usage
  • Shorter warranty coverage
Best suited to: Fuel Efficiency

Which One's Right for You?

P Series

  • Drivers who prioritise strong highway performance and overtaking power
  • Families prioritising stronger safety equipment
  • Large families needing more practicality and usability
  • Long-term owners valuing warranty and ownership peace of mind

S6 Mining

  • Buyers looking for better fuel efficiency

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 S6 Mining
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 S6 Mining
Drivetrain Layout Front Engine Rear Wheel Drive 4WD
LSD Available No Not Applicable
Transfer Case Yes Not Applicable
Differential Lock Yes Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters No Not Applicable
Engine Position Front Longitudinal -
Gearbox 8-Speed Automatic Manual
Final Drive Ratio 3.54 Not Applicable
Steering Turns Lock to Lock 16.5:1 -
Number of Gears 8 Not Applicable
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Gear Shift Indicator Yes Not Applicable
Drivetrain 4x4 AWD 4WD
4WD Engagement Electronic rotary dial Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range Yes Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range Yes Not Applicable
Differential Type Front Open -
Differential Type Rear Open / Lockable -
Gearbox Type Automatic Manual
Reverse Gear Warning Yes -
Transmission Speeds 8 Not Applicable
Gear Shift Type Automatic Not Applicable
Clutch Type Not confirmed Not Applicable
4WD Selector Not confirmed Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles Not confirmed Not Applicable
Front Differential Lock Not confirmed Not Applicable
Low Range Ratio Not confirmed Not Applicable
Low Range Not confirmed Not Applicable
Axle Layout Not confirmed 4WD
Rear Differential Lock Not confirmed Not Applicable

Overall Verdict Score

Decision-grade view of the winner, score gap and category strengths.

Weighted / 100
Verdict readout

P Series leads by 25 points

P Series dominates this comparison with clear advantages across multiple categories.

Winner 70 /100
Lead 25 points
Data 94% confidence
70
#1 Winner

P Series

94% data confidence 2 strong categories
Best at Safety 94 Check Efficiency 41
Performance 61
Efficiency 41
Safety 94
Practicality 81
Ownership 65
Leads by 25 points
45
#2

S6 Mining

70% data confidence 1 strong categories
Best at Practicality 72 Check Safety 0
Performance 58
Efficiency 54
Safety 0
Practicality 72
Ownership 39
Performance 24% Safety 22% Practicality 22% Efficiency 17% Ownership 15%
Category leaders What moves the verdict
Performance P Series +3 Efficiency S6 Mining +13 Safety P Series +94 Practicality P Series +9 Ownership P Series +26

High confidence result.

Why this score View full breakdown
Overall Winner

P Series

Performance 61/100
Efficiency 41/100
Safety 94/100
Practicality 81/100
Ownership 65/100

S6 Mining

Performance 58/100
Efficiency 54/100
Safety 0/100
Practicality 72/100
Ownership 39/100

So, Which One Should You Buy?

🏆 GWM P Series wins with 70 pts vs 45 pts for S6 Mining

In structured scoring, P Series emerges as the stronger overall package. However, S6 Mining may appeal to buyers prioritising different factors. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.

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Questions Buyers Usually Ask

On our scoring the P Series edges ahead overall. That said, the right choice depends on what you actually use the car for — the breakdown above shows exactly where each one wins and loses.

Efficiency scores: P Series 41 vs S6 Mining 54. In the real world, diesel variants of either car will beat the claimed figure on long highways and fall short in Joburg traffic.

Safety scores: P Series 94, S6 Mining 0. Check each model page for NCAP ratings and which trim levels include AEB and blind-spot monitoring — those features aren't always standard.

Long-term ownership scores: P Series 65, S6 Mining 39. Service intervals, parts availability in SA, and whether a service plan is bundled all factor in — check the individual variant specs for that detail.

Practicality scores: P Series 81, S6 Mining 72. This covers boot space, seat flexibility, and day-to-day usability — not just interior dimensions on paper.

Performance scores: P Series 61, S6 Mining 58. This looks at real-world pace — 0–100 kph, highway flexibility, and how either car feels when you actually need to overtake on an N-road.

Resale varies with colour, spec, and market timing, but Japanese brands — and Toyota specifically — have a strong track record in SA. Check current used prices for both on AutoTrader to see the real gap right now.

Ground clearance and 4WD availability are what matter most here. Scroll to the spec table above to compare both side by side — if either model offers a 4WD variant, that's the version worth comparing.

Fuel, insurance, and service costs are the big three. Diesel variants of both models typically save R800–R1,500/month in fuel at current SA pump prices. The P Series edges the overall ownership score, but check whether either variant includes a service plan — that changes the monthly maths significantly.

The P Series scores better overall, but neither car is a bad buy here. It comes down to what features matter to you — check the full spec table above to see exactly what you gain and lose at each price point.

In Depth — Breaking It All Down

The comparison between P Series and S6 Mining in South Africa evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.

Performance: P Series scores 61 vs 58.

Efficiency: P Series scores 41 vs 54.

Safety: P Series scores 94 vs 0.

Practicality: P Series scores 81 vs 72.

Ownership: P Series scores 65 vs 39.

Final structured scoring gives P Series the advantage in this comparison.