GWM P Series 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.

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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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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

GWM P Series 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.

Recorded price context P Series: last listed from ZAR 444,900 · Tunland G7 Single Cab: current from ZAR 329,900

Five key differences

Exact selected derivatives
Specification P Series Tunland G7 Single Cab
Maximum Power P Series110 kW Tunland G7 Single Cab120 kW
Maximum Torque P Series480 Nm Tunland G7 Single Cab390 Nm
Engine Size P Series1996 cc Tunland G7 Single Cab2000 cc
Combined Fuel Economy P Series9.8 km/l Tunland G7 Single CabNot Officially Disclosed
Ground Clearance P Series210 mm Tunland G7 Single Cab210 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 Tunland G7 Single Cab
Model Introduced Year 2020 2024
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 5,340 mm Tunland G7 single cab on a 3,110 mm wheelbase with rear leaf springs.
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. Current South African Tunland G7 Single Cab range, with no separate facelift identified.
Facelift Launched Since 2024 Not Applicable
Body Type Cab Double Cab -
Tare Mass Kg 1985 kg -
Facelift Version Ending Not confirmed Not Applicable
Body Style Not confirmed Single-cab pickup
Model Year Not confirmed 2026
Production Status Not confirmed active
Segment Not confirmed One-tonne single-cab bakkie
Vehicle Type Not confirmed Light commercial vehicle
Spec P Series Tunland G7 Single Cab
Length 5360 mm 5340 mm
Width 1900 mm 1940 mm
Height 1815 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase 3220 mm 3110 mm
Ground Clearance (Default) 210 mm 210 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 l 76 l
Kerb Weight 1985 kg 1800 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) 3000 kg 2980 kg
Payload Capacity 900 kg Not Officially Disclosed
Towing Capacity 3500 kg 3000 kg
Seating Capacity 5 seats 2 seats
Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Minimum Turning Radius 13.6 m Not Officially Disclosed
Front Headroom 1020 mm Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Headroom 975 mm Not Officially Disclosed
Front Legroom 1070 mm Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Legroom 880 mm Not Officially Disclosed
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) Not confirmed Not Officially Disclosed
Boot/Cargo Space Not confirmed Not Officially Disclosed
Number of Rows Not confirmed 1 rows

In depth: how these cars differ

This P Series 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.

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.

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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.

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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.

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P Series vs Tunland G7 Single Cab questions

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