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.
Historical comparison
Every selected record is historical. Verified South African specifications and last-listed prices remain available for owners and used-car shoppers.
GWM P Series
Discontinued model
GWM Steed 6
Discontinued model
2.0T Double Cab 4x4Diesel6-Speed AutomaticDiscontinued model
ZAR 419,900last listed
Discontinued modelVerified historical specifications remain visible for owner and used-car comparisons.
⚡ 105 kW🔧 310 Nm⛽ 8.5 km/l
+Add a 3rd car
At a Glance — Who Wins What
⚡PerformanceP Series
⛽Fuel EconomyP Series
🛡SafetyP Series
📦PracticalityP Series
🔑OwnershipP Series
Recorded price context
P Series:
last listed from
ZAR 444,900
·
Steed 6:
last listed from
ZAR 329,900
Key Specs Side by Side
The specs that matter most — highlighted where one car leads.
Spec
P Series
Steed 6
Maximum Power
110 kW
105 kW
Maximum Torque
480 Nm
310 Nm
Engine Size
1996 cc
1996 cc
Claimed Mileage
9.8 km/l
8.5 km/l
Ground Clearance
210 mm
200 mm
Boot / Load Bay
Not confirmed
Not confirmed
Airbags
6
2
Kerb Weight
1985 kg
1720 kg
Seating Capacity
Not confirmed
Not confirmed
Warranty
5 Years / 100,000 km
3 Years / 100,000 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 holds a noticeable edge over Steed 6, especially in key ownership areas.
Where They Actually Differ
Performance
P Series
+12 pts
Efficiency
P Series
+4 pts
Safety
P Series
+36 pts
Practicality
P Series
+6 pts
Ownership
P Series
+19 pts
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
🏆 Overall Winner
P Series
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger safety package
More practical for daily use
Better long-term ownership value
Weak Spots
No obvious weak spots to flag.
Best suited to:Highway DrivingFuel EfficiencyFamily Usage
Steed 6
Strengths
Nothing stands out clearly here.
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower fuel efficiency
Less comprehensive safety features
Less practical in daily usage
Shorter warranty coverage
Best suited to:General Use
Which One's Right for You?
P Series
Drivers who prioritise strong highway performance and overtaking power
Buyers looking for better fuel efficiency
Families prioritising stronger safety equipment
Large families needing more practicality and usability
Long-term owners valuing warranty and ownership peace of mind
Steed 6
Buyers looking for a balanced all-round vehicle
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
Steed 6
Model Introduced Year
2020
2013
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).
Single generation in South Africa from 2013 to 2023, derived from Great Wall's mid-2010s bakkie platform. Discontinued in favour of the P Series and Cannon, which use the more modern POER platform.
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.
Steed 6 received minor updates through its decade on sale — a 2017 specification refresh added the 6-speed automatic option and improved safety equipment levels, and a 2020 update added a touchscreen infotainment system with Bluetooth to upper trims.
Facelift Launched Since
2024
2020
Body Type Cab
Double Cab
Not confirmed
Tare Mass Kg
1985 kg
1720 kg
Spec
P Series
Steed 6
Drivetrain Layout
Front Engine Rear Wheel Drive
Not confirmed
LSD Available
No
Yes — Rear
Transfer Case
Yes
Yes — 2-Speed 4WD
Differential Lock
Yes
Yes — Rear Manual Lock
Paddle Shifters
No
Not Applicable
Engine Position
Front Longitudinal
Not confirmed
Gearbox
8-Speed Automatic
6-Speed Automatic
Final Drive Ratio
3.54
4.78:1
Steering Turns Lock to Lock
16.5:1
3.8
Number of Gears
8
6
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic 6-Speed
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Not confirmed
Drivetrain
4x4 AWD
4x4 AWD
4WD Engagement
Electronic rotary dial
Not confirmed
4WD Hi Range
Yes
Not confirmed
4WD Lo Range
Yes
Not confirmed
Differential Type Front
Open
Not confirmed
Differential Type Rear
Open / Lockable
Not confirmed
Gearbox Type
Automatic
Automatic
Reverse Gear Warning
Yes
Not confirmed
Transmission Speeds
8
6
Gear Shift Type
Automatic
Not confirmed
Clutch Type
Not confirmed
Torque Converter Automatic
Spec
P Series
Steed 6
Claimed Mileage
9.8 km/l
8.5 km/l
City Mileage
11.5 km/l
5.8 km/l
Highway Mileage
9.5 km/l
7.0 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
75 l
75 l
Emission Standard
Euro 5
Euro 5
AdBlue Tank Capacity
No
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
No
Not Applicable
Average Fuel Consumption
9.8 l/100km
Not confirmed
Claimed Fuel Consumption
9.8 l/100km
Not confirmed
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not confirmed
Low Fuel Warning
Yes
Not confirmed
Fuel Efficiency
9.8 l/100km
Not confirmed
Real-world Mileage
9.8 km/l
8.5 km/l
Combined Consumption
9.8 l/100km
Not confirmed
Combined Consumption L 100km
9.8 l/100km
Not confirmed
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban
8.2 l/100km
Not confirmed
Fuel Consumption Urban
12.1 l/100km
Not confirmed
Fuel Economy Combined
9.8 l/100km
Not confirmed
Fuel Filler Cap
Lockable
Not confirmed
Fuel Tank Litres
75
75
Spec
P Series
Steed 6
Airbags
6
2
ABS
Yes
Yes
Electronic Stability Control
Yes
Yes
Traction Control
Yes
Standard with Off-Road Modes
Hill Descent Control
Yes
Yes
Hill Start Assist
Yes
Yes
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
Yes
2 Rear ISOFIX
Brake Assist
Yes
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Yes
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
Yes
Standard
Alarm System
Yes
Not Available
Central Locking
Yes
Remote Central Locking
Side Impact Beams
Yes
Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Yes
Front Seats
Speed Alert System
Yes
Yes
Pedestrian Detection AEB
Yes
Not Available
Front Parking Sensors
No
Not Available
Safety Rating
5
4
Whiplash Protection
Yes
Active Head Restraints
Lane Change Warning
Yes
Not Available
AEB
Yes
Not Available
BA
Yes
Not confirmed
Brake Override System
Yes
Not confirmed
Curtain Airbags
Yes
Not confirmed
Driver Airbag
Yes
Not confirmed
EBD
Yes
Not confirmed
Engine Immobiliser
Yes
Not confirmed
Fatigue Detection
Yes
Not confirmed
Hill Hold
Yes
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Not confirmed
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Yes
Not confirmed
Side Airbags
Yes
Not confirmed
TCS
Yes
Standard with Off-Road Modes
Blind Spot Monitoring
Yes
Not confirmed
Knee Airbag
No
Not confirmed
Tracking System
Optional
Not confirmed
Seatbelt Reminder
Yes
Not confirmed
Stability Control
Yes
Yes
Spec
P Series
Steed 6
Cruise Control
Yes
Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control
No
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Yes
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Yes
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Yes
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Yes
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Front and Rear
Rear Only
Rear View Camera
Yes
No
360 Degree Camera
No
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Yes
Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
Yes
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
No
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Yes
Not confirmed
Auto Lights
Yes
Not confirmed
Auto Wipers
Yes
Not confirmed
Eco Mode
No
Not confirmed
EV Mode
No
Not confirmed
Rear Parking Sensors
Yes
Not confirmed
Sport Mode
No
Not confirmed
Park Assist
Yes
Not confirmed
Around View Monitor
No
Not Available
Attention Assist
Yes
Not confirmed
Auto Park Assist
No
Not confirmed
Forward Collision Warning
Yes
Not confirmed
Rain Sensor Wipers
Yes
Not confirmed
Reverse Camera Type
Wide-angle
Not confirmed
Reversing Camera
Yes
Not confirmed
Spec
P Series
Steed 6
Seat Material
Leather
Fabric
Seat Adjustment
Yes
Manual 4-Way Driver
Heated Seats
Yes
Not Applicable
Ventilated Seats
No
Not Applicable
Steering Type
Yes
Electric Power Steering
Steering Adjustment
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt Adjustable
Ambient Lighting
Yes
Not Applicable
Folding Rear Seats
No
60:40 Split Fold
Front Armrest
Yes
Front Centre Armrest
Rear Armrest
Yes
Not Available
Cup Holders
Yes
4
Rear USB Ports
Yes
0
Steering Wheel Material
Leather Wrapped
Polyurethane
Instrument Cluster Type
Digital Instrument Cluster
Analogue with Small Display
Interior Colour Options
1
2
Driver Lumbar Support
Yes
Not Available
Door Map Pockets
Yes
Door Pockets
60 40 Split Seat
No
Not confirmed
Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
Not confirmed
Adjustable Front Seat
Yes
Not confirmed
Cooled Seats
No
Not confirmed
Driver Seat Adjustment
8-Way Electric
Not confirmed
Fabric Seats
No
Not confirmed
Front Headrest
Yes
Not confirmed
Leather Seats
Yes
Not confirmed
Memory Seats
No
Not confirmed
Passenger Seat Adjustment
4-Way Manual
Not confirmed
Rear Headrest
Yes
Not confirmed
Armrest Front
Folding with storage
Not confirmed
Armrest Rear
Centre folding with cupholders
Not confirmed
Cargo Net
No
Not confirmed
Interior Courtesy Lights
LED
Not confirmed
Interior Trim Colour
Black with silver accents
Not confirmed
Rear Seat Ventilation
No
Not confirmed
Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest
Yes
Not confirmed
Seat Adjustment Driver Fore Aft
Yes
Not confirmed
Seat Adjustment Driver Height
Yes
Not confirmed
Seat Belt Warning
Yes
Not confirmed
Third Row Seating Capacity
0
Not confirmed
Third Row Seats
No
Not confirmed
Front Shoulder Room
1440 mm
1250 mm
Rear Shoulder Room
1420 mm
1200 mm
Rear AC Vents
Not confirmed
Not Available
Spec
P Series
Steed 6
Climate Control
Yes
Manual Air Conditioning
Power Windows
Yes
Front Windows Only
Keyless Entry
Yes
Not Available
Push Button Start
Yes
Not Available
Wireless Charging
Yes
Not Available
Sunroof
No
Not confirmed
Electric Tailgate
No
Not Available
Automatic Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Rain Sensing Wipers
Yes
Not Available
Auto Dimming Mirror
Yes
Not Available
Rear Window Defroster
Yes
Standard
Electric Mirror Folding
Electric
Manual Fold
Driver Seat Height Adjustment
Yes
Standard Driver
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
12V Accessory Socket
Yes
1 x 12V Socket
Speed Limiter
Yes
Not Available
AC Type
Yes
Manual Air Conditioning
Adaptive Dampers
No
Not confirmed
Aero Kit
No
Not confirmed
Auto Dimming Irvm
Yes
Not confirmed
Boot Opener
Yes
Not confirmed
Chrome Exterior Highlights
Yes
Not confirmed
Chrome Grille
Yes
Not confirmed
Climate Zones
2
Not confirmed
Door Ajar Warning
Yes
Not confirmed
Drag Coefficient
0.42
Not confirmed
Driver Display
Multi-Information Display
Not confirmed
Electric Folding Mirrors
Yes
Not confirmed
Engine Check Warning
Yes
Not confirmed
Engine Start Button Illumination
Yes
Not confirmed
TPMS
Yes
Yes
Engine Start Stop
Yes
Not Available
Engine Start Stop Button
Yes
Not Available
Engine Warranty
5 Years / 100,000 km
Not confirmed
Front Armrest
Yes
Not confirmed
Front Power Outlet
Yes
Not confirmed
Fuel Consumption Combined
9.8
Not confirmed
Fuel Lid Opener
Yes
Not confirmed
Glovebox Cooling
No
Not confirmed
Headlamp Height Adjust
Yes
Not confirmed
Headlamp Washer
No
Not confirmed
Headrest Adjustable
Yes
Not confirmed
Heads Up Display
No
Not confirmed
Hill Start Assist
Yes
Not confirmed
Impact Sensing Door Unlock
Yes
Not confirmed
Intercooler
Yes
Not confirmed
Multi Function Steering
Yes
Not confirmed
Panoramic Roof
No
Not confirmed
Performance Data Logger
No
Not confirmed
Power Mirrors
Yes
Not confirmed
Push Button Start
Yes
Not Available
Rear Defogger
Yes
Not confirmed
Rear Reading Lamps
Yes
Not confirmed
Rear Seat Split
No
Not confirmed
Rear Wing
No
Not confirmed
Remote Engine Start
No
Not confirmed
Rev Matching
No
Not confirmed
Ride Mode Selection
Yes
Not confirmed
Roof Antenna
Mast Antenna
Not confirmed
Seat Type
Bucket Seat
Not confirmed
Seatbelt Pre Tensioner
Yes
Not confirmed
Service Reminder
Yes
Not confirmed
Side Steps
Yes
Not confirmed
Skid Plates
Yes
Not confirmed
Spare Wheel
Yes
Full Size Spare
Speed Alert System
Yes
Not confirmed
Stabilizer Bar
Yes
Not confirmed
Steering Mounted Controls
Yes
Not Available
Steering Response
Progressive
Not confirmed
Tachometer
Yes
Not confirmed
Tail Lamps
Yes
Not confirmed
Trip Computer
Yes
Not confirmed
Tyre Repair Kit
No
Not confirmed
Vanity Mirror
Yes
Not confirmed
Voice Command
Yes
Not confirmed
Voice Command Support
Yes
Not confirmed
Active Safety Alert
Yes
Not confirmed
Air Conditioning
Yes
Manual Air Conditioning
Bed Extender
No
Not confirmed
Bottle Holders
Yes
Not confirmed
Bull Bar
Optional
Not confirmed
Canopy Fitment
Compatible
Not confirmed
Centre Console
Full-length with storage
Not confirmed
Coat Hooks Rear
Yes
Not confirmed
Cornering Lights
Yes
Not confirmed
Digital Speedometer
Yes
Not confirmed
Door Sill Trim
Aluminium
Not confirmed
Driver Drowsiness Detection
Yes
Not confirmed
Follow Me Home Lights
Yes
Not confirmed
Front Wipers Type
Variable intermittent
Not confirmed
Glove Box
Lockable illuminated
Not confirmed
Grab Handles Rear
Yes
Not confirmed
Headrest Front
Adjustable
Not confirmed
Headrest Rear
Adjustable
Not confirmed
Heated Mirrors
Yes
Not confirmed
Horn Type
Electric
Not confirmed
Intelligent Speed Assist
Yes
Not confirmed
Load Bed Cover
Optional
Not confirmed
Load Bed Light
Yes
Not confirmed
Load Bed Steps
No
Not confirmed
Locking Diff Rear
Yes
Not confirmed
Low Speed Manoeuvring Assist
Yes
Not confirmed
Oil Pressure Warning
Yes
Not confirmed
Pedal Covers
Aluminium-style
Not confirmed
Powered Tailgate
No
Not confirmed
Prop Shaft
Two-piece
Not confirmed
Puddle Lights
Yes
Not confirmed
Reading Lights Front
Yes
Not confirmed
Reading Lights Rear
Yes
Not confirmed
Rear Air Conditioning
No
Not confirmed
Rear Step Bumper
Yes
Not confirmed
Remote Central Locking
Yes
Not confirmed
Remote Side Mirror
Yes
Not confirmed
Remote Start
No
Not confirmed
Rev Counter
Yes
Not confirmed
Rim Size
18
16 Inches
Roof Load
120 kg
Not confirmed
Sound System
8
4
Stabilizer Bar Rear
Yes
Not confirmed
Sunvisors
Dual with vanity mirrors
Not confirmed
Surround View Monitor
No
Not Available
Tailgate Damper
Yes
Not confirmed
Tailgate Lock
Yes
Not confirmed
Temperature Gauge
Yes
Not confirmed
Tie Down Hooks
Yes
Not confirmed
Tow Bar Type
Receiver hitch compatible
Not confirmed
Trailer Stability Assist
Yes
Not confirmed
Trailer Sway Control
Yes
Not confirmed
Unlocking
Yes
Not Available
Vanity Mirror Illuminated
Yes
Not confirmed
Welcome Lighting
Yes
Not confirmed
Wireless Charger
Yes
Not Available
Load Bed Length
1520 mm
Not confirmed
Load Bed Width
1560 mm
Not confirmed
Boot Space Seats Folded
0 l
1480 l
Loadbox Length Mm
1520 mm
Not confirmed
Loadbox Width Mm
1560 mm
Not confirmed
Boot Space Seats Folded
0 l
1480 l
Spec
P Series
Steed 6
Length
5360 mm
4970 mm
Width
1900 mm
1770 mm
Height
1815 mm
1700 mm
Wheelbase
3220 mm
3030 mm
Doors
4 doors
4 doors
Front Headroom
1020 mm
1000 mm
Payload Capacity
900 kg
1000 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity
75 l
75 l
Kerb Weight
1985 kg
1720 kg
Towing Capacity
3500 kg
2500 kg
Rear Headroom
975 mm
970 mm
Front Legroom
1070 mm
1100 mm
Rear Legroom
880 mm
950 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
210 mm
200 mm
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
3000 kg
2250 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Minimum Turning Radius
13.6 m
6 m
Spec
P Series
Steed 6
Engine
2-litre Turbocharged Diesel
2-litre Turbocharged Diesel
Cylinders
4
4
Valves
16
16
Fuel System
Common Rail Direct Injection
Common Rail Direct Injection
Compression Ratio
16.5:1
17.5:1
Drive Type
4WD
4WD
Top Speed
175 km/h
165 km/h
Engine Code
GW4D20
GW4D20B
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Inline
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Turbocharged
Bore
84 mm
88 mm
Stroke
90 mm
82 mm
Drive Modes
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves per Cylinder
4
4
Launch Control
No
Not Officially Disclosed
Engine Displacement
1996 cc
1996 cc
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
6-Speed Automatic
0-100 km/h
13.2 sec
13.8 sec
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Type
Diesel
Diesel
Maximum Power
110 kW
105 kW
Maximum Torque
480 Nm
310 Nm
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
55.4 kW/tonne
61 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
241.8 Nm/tonne
180.2 Nm/tonne
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
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
P Series
Steed 6
Apple CarPlay
Yes
No
Android Auto
Yes
No
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Yes
Number of Speakers
8
4
Navigation System
Yes
No
Digital Instrument Cluster
Yes
Partial Digital
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Yes
No
Infotainment System
Yes
Not confirmed
FM Radio
Yes
Yes
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Yes
Not Available
Voice Recognition
Yes
Not Available
AUX Input
Yes
Yes
Infotainment Screen Size
Yes
6.5
Wi-Fi Hotspot
No
Not Available
Audio Controls On Steering
Yes
Not Available
Infotainment Display
12.3-inch Touchscreen
Not confirmed
Rear Usb
Yes
Not confirmed
Premium Audio
Yes
Not confirmed
Audio Speakers
8
4
Head Up Display
No
Not confirmed
Infotainment Screen
Yes
6.5
Radio
Yes
Not confirmed
Touchscreen
Yes
6.5
Wireless Android Auto
Yes
No
USB Ports
2
1
Spec
P Series
Steed 6
LED Headlamps
Yes
Halogen Headlamps
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Not Available
Fog Lamps
Yes
Halogen Fog Lights
Roof Rails
Yes
Yes
Alloy Wheel Design
Multi-Spoke Alloy
Steel Wheels with Hub Caps
Chrome Exterior Finish
Yes
Not Available
Body Cladding
Yes
Plastic Body Cladding
Rear Spoiler
No
Not Available
Roof Type
Metal Roof
Hardtop Canopy
Wing Mirror Type
Electric Adjustable
Manual Black Mirrors
Rear Wiper
No
Standard
Door Handle Finish
Body Coloured
Body-Coloured Handles
Body Type
Pickup
Pickup
DRL
Yes
Not Available
Fog Lights
Yes
Not confirmed
Front Fog Lights
Yes
Not confirmed
Led Headlights
Yes
Halogen Headlamps
Led Taillights
Yes
Not confirmed
Rear Fog Lights
Yes
Not confirmed
Auto Headlights
Yes
Not confirmed
Daytime Running Lights
Yes
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
6
Not confirmed
Exterior Mirror Electric
Yes
Not confirmed
Front Fog Lamps
Yes
Halogen Fog Lights
Headlamps
Yes
Halogen Headlamps
Headlight Type
Yes
Halogen Headlamps
Headlights
Yes
Halogen Headlamps
Load Bed Liner
Optional
Not confirmed
Panoramic Sunroof
No
Not confirmed
Front Overhang
980 mm
Not confirmed
Rear Overhang
1160 mm
Not confirmed
Exterior Colour Options
5
5
Spec
P Series
Steed 6
Approach Angle
30 deg
35 deg
Departure Angle
26 deg
28 deg
Wading Depth
800 mm
1.0 mm
Terrain Modes
Yes
Yes — 4 Modes
Locking Differential
Yes
Yes — Rear Manual Lock
Underbody Protection
Yes
Standard with Skid Plates
Ramp Breakover Angle
22 deg
22 deg
Recovery Hooks
Yes
4 Recovery Hooks
4WD System Type
Part-Time 4WD with Low Range
Part-Time 4WD
Hill Descent Control
Yes
Yes
Ramp-over Angle
24 deg
Not confirmed
Breakover Angle
24 deg
Not confirmed
Off Road Descent Control
Yes
Not confirmed
Off Road Traction Assist
Yes
Not confirmed
Terrain Response System
No
Not confirmed
Underbody Camera
Yes
Not confirmed
Ground Clearance Max
210 mm
200 mm
Ground Clearance Min
210 mm
200 mm
Spec
P Series
Steed 6
Tyre Size
265/60R18
245/65R17
Wheel Type
Multi-Spoke Alloy
Steel Wheels with Hub Caps
Front Brake Type
Ventilated Disc
Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type
Drum
Drum
Spare Wheel Type
Yes
Full Size Spare
Front Brake Disc Diameter
320 mm
268 mm
Rear Brake Drum Diameter
300 mm
250 mm
Parking Brake Type
Electronic
Drum Rear
Tyre Load Index
112
109
Tyre Speed Rating
S
Q
Wheel Rim Size
18
16 Inches
Brake Type Front
Ventilated Disc
Ventilated Disc
Brake Type Rear
Drum
Drum
Spare Tyre
Yes
Full Size Spare
Tyre Type
All-Terrain Radial
Not confirmed
Front Tyre Width
265 mm
Not confirmed
Rear Tyre Width
265 mm
Not confirmed
Wheel Diameter
18
16 Inches
All Terrain Tyres
No
Not confirmed
Auto Brake Hold
Yes
Not confirmed
Cornering Brake Control
Yes
Not confirmed
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Yes
Not confirmed
Fifth Wheel Prep
No
Not confirmed
Handbrake Type
Electronic parking brake
Not confirmed
Hydraulic Brake Assist
Yes
Not confirmed
Mud Terrain Tyres
No
Not confirmed
Run Flat Tyres
No
Not confirmed
Spare Wheel Location
Under vehicle / boot floor
Not confirmed
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Yes
Not confirmed
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
Yes
Not confirmed
Steering Wheel Phone Controls
Yes
Not confirmed
Tyre Pressure Display
Yes
Not confirmed
Wheel Cover
Alloy
Not confirmed
Wheel Locking Nuts
Yes
Not confirmed
Wheel Material
Multi-Spoke Alloy
Steel Wheels with Hub Caps
Wheels
Multi-Spoke Alloy
Steel Wheels with Hub Caps
Winter Tyres
No
Not confirmed
Spec
P Series
Steed 6
Front Suspension
Double Wishbone with Torsion Bar
Double Wishbone
Rear Suspension
Leaf Spring
Leaf Spring
Chassis Type
Body on Frame Ladder Chassis
Body on Frame Ladder Chassis
Power Steering
Yes
Electric Power Steering
Steering Column
Adjustable
Tilt Adjustable
Front Spring Type
Torsion Bar
Coil Spring
Rear Spring Type
Leaf Spring
Leaf Spring
Front Anti-Roll Bar
Yes
Standard
Rear Anti-Roll Bar
Yes
Not Available
Shock Absorber Type
Hydraulic
Twin-Tube Hydraulic with Off-Road Tuning
Chassis Material
High-strength steel
Not confirmed
Front Suspension Type
Double Wishbone with Torsion Bar
Double Wishbone
Payload Front Axle
925 kg
Not confirmed
Rear Axle Type
Live axle
Not confirmed
Rear Suspension Type
Leaf Spring
Leaf Spring
Front Track Width
1560 mm
1570 mm
Rear Track Width
1560 mm
1570 mm
Spec
P Series
Steed 6
Service Interval
10000
10000
Approx Service Cost
Included in Service Plan
1400
Maintenance Plan
5 Years / 75,000 km
Not Included
Engine Oil Change Interval
10,000 km
10000
First Service At
5000
1000
Service Plan Duration
5 Years / 75,000 km
3 Years / 60,000 km
Service Plan Distance
5 Years / 75,000 km
3 Years / 60,000 km
Anti-Rust Treatment
Yes
Standard
Alternator
120A
Not confirmed
Service Intervals
10000
10000
Engine Oil Capacity
8.0 l
5.0 l
Service Plan
5 Years / 75,000 km
3 Years / 60,000 km
Battery Warranty
Not confirmed
12 Months
Spec
P Series
Steed 6
Warranty Years
5 Years / 100,000 km
3 Years / 100,000 km
Warranty Kilometers
5 Years / 100,000 km
3 Years / 100,000 km
Roadside Assistance
Yes
Not confirmed
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
6 Years
Not confirmed
Basic Warranty
5 Years / 100,000 km
3 Years / 100,000 km
Roadside Assistance
Yes
Not confirmed
Warranty
5 Years / 100,000 km
3 Years / 100,000 km
Spec
P Series
Steed 6
CO2 Emissions
258 g/km
255 g/km
Start Stop System
No
Not Available
Noise Level
Moderate
74 dB
Fuel Octane Requirement
Diesel
Diesel
Particulate Filter
Yes
Diesel Particulate Filter
Euro Emission Standard
Euro 5
Euro 5
Green NCAP Rating
3/5
Moderate
Idle CO2 Output
258
Within Euro 5 Limits
Fuel Evaporation Control
EVAP Canister
Not Applicable — Diesel
Variable Valve Timing
No
Not Applicable
Hybrid System Type
Not confirmed
Not Applicable
Spec
P Series
Steed 6
Real-world City Mileage Min
10.5 l/100km
5.2 l/100km
Real-world City Mileage Max
13.0 l/100km
6.5 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Min
8.5 l/100km
6.2 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Max
11.0 l/100km
7.8 l/100km
Owner Review Count
Not confirmed
0
Overall Verdict Score
Decision-grade view of the winner, score gap and category strengths.
Weighted / 100
Verdict readout
P Series leads by 16 points
P Series holds a noticeable edge over Steed 6, especially in key ownership areas.
Performance
P Series +12
Efficiency
P Series +4
Safety
P Series +36
Practicality
P Series +6
Ownership
P Series +19
Moderate difference between the models.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Overall Winner
P Series
Performance
61/100
Efficiency
41/100
Safety
94/100
Practicality
81/100
Ownership
65/100
Steed 6
Performance
49/100
Efficiency
37/100
Safety
58/100
Practicality
75/100
Ownership
46/100
So, Which One Should You Buy?
🏆GWM P Series
wins with 70 pts
vs 54 pts for Steed 6
In structured scoring, P Series emerges as the stronger overall package. However, Steed 6 may appeal to buyers prioritising different factors. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
Other Comparisons Worth Checking
See how similar cars go head-to-head — you might find a better fit than you expected.
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 Steed 6 37. 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, Steed 6 58. 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, Steed 6 46. 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, Steed 6 75. This covers boot space, seat flexibility, and day-to-day usability — not just interior dimensions on paper.
Performance scores: P Series 61, Steed 6 49. 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 Steed 6 in South Africa
evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.
Performance: P Series scores 61 vs 49.
Efficiency: P Series scores 41 vs 37.
Safety: P Series scores 94 vs 58.
Practicality: P Series scores 81 vs 75.
Ownership: P Series scores 65 vs 46.
Final structured scoring gives P Series
the advantage in this comparison.
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