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.
P300 and SEALION 5 DM-i are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
P300 starts ZAR 94,950 cheaperP300 from ZAR 414,950 · SEALION 5 DM-i from ZAR 509,900
Five key differences
Exact selected derivatives
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Specification
P300
SEALION 5 DM-i
Maximum Power
P300135 kW
SEALION 5 DM-i72 kW @ 6000 rpm
Maximum Torque
P300480 Nm
SEALION 5 DM-i122 Nm @ 4000-4500 rpm
Engine Size
P3002400 cc
SEALION 5 DM-i1498 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
P30013.5 km/l
SEALION 5 DM-i19.2 km/l
Ground Clearance
P300224 mm
SEALION 5 DM-i150 mm
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Independent editorial assessment
Hagalu editorial ratings
When a variant is selected, its rating out of five applies only to that exact derivative; a model-range review is not inherited. Editorial ratings are separate from the Specification Evidence Index out of 100 and are not customer ratings.
GWM P300
2.4T LT 2WD 9AT
Hagalu editorial ratingNot yet rated
No complete editorial rating is published for this exact variant. This is not a zero score.
Not yet rated means a complete review is not published; it does not mean the vehicle scored zero. Read the rating methodology.
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Specification evidence leader
P300
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Lower fuel efficiency
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished Practicality
SEALION 5 DM-i
Strengths
Better fuel efficiency
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published Efficiency
Which One's Right for You?
P300
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
SEALION 5 DM-i
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
P300
SEALION 5 DM-i
Model Introduced Year
Current local generation year not confirmed
2026
Generation
Current South African P300 listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
First South African SEALION 5 DM-i generation
Facelift History
Model-year updates can affect trim, wheels, screens, safety equipment and colours. Use the latest South African price list when checking a specific vehicle.
No separately marketed South African facelift announced as at August 2026
Facelift Launched Since
Original current-generation version
Original current-generation version
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
Double-cab pickup
SUV
Body Type Cab
Pickup
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Color Note
Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering.
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Dealer Stock Note
Top grade in the South Africa lineup
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Drivetrain Note
Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 2.4T LT 2WD 9AT
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Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
published
Active
Segment
Pickup
Medium SUV
Tare Mass Kg
2070 kg
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Vehicle Type
Pickup
Passenger vehicle
Spec
P300
SEALION 5 DM-i
Length
5416 mm
4738 mm
Width
1934 mm
1860 mm
Height
1886 mm
1710 mm
Wheelbase
3230 mm
2712 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
224 mm
150 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
150 mm
150 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
78 l
52 l
Boot/Cargo Space
450 l
463 l
Kerb Weight
2070 kg
1735 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
3120 kg
2145 kg
Payload Capacity
1050 kg
410 kg
Towing Capacity
3000 kg
0 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
2 rows
Doors
4 doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
6.0 m
6.0 m
Front Headroom
1000 mm
970 mm
Rear Headroom
960 mm
910 mm
Front Legroom
1050 mm
1100 mm
Rear Legroom
900 mm
935 mm
Spec
P300
SEALION 5 DM-i
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
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Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
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Front Suspension
Not Available
MacPherson strut
Rear Suspension
Not Available
Multi-link
MagneRide Damping
Not Available
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Spec
P300
SEALION 5 DM-i
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
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Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
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Climate Control
Not Available
Automatic
Power Windows
Not Available
Standard
Keyless Entry
Not Available
Standard
Push Button Start
Not Available
Standard
Wireless Charging
Standard
Standard
Sunroof
Not Available
Panoramic
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Standard
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Standard
Boot Space Seats Folded
Not Applicable
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AC Type
Not Available
Automatic
Adaptive Dampers
Not Available
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Engine Warranty
5
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Performance Data Logger
Not Available
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Rev Matching
Not Available
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Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
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Diff Lock
Not Available
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Difflock
Not Available
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Digital Speedometer
7-inch
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Front Diff Lock
Not Available
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Intelligent Battery System
Not Available
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Load Bed Light
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
-
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
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Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
-
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
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One Pedal Driving
Not Available
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Rear Diff Lock
Not Available
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Rear Electric Motor
Not Available
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Rear Step Bumper
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
-
Regenerative Braking Levels
Not Available
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Source Model Column
p300
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Sport Plus Mode
Not Available
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Tailgate Lock
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
-
Tie Down Hooks
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
-
Tow Bar Type
Bakkie towing support
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Towbar
Bakkie towing support
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Trailer Hitch
Bakkie towing support
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Trailer Stability Assist
Bakkie towing support
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Trim Level
top
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Variant Role
Mid-to-high value derivative
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Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
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Vehicle To Load
Not Available
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Spec
P300
SEALION 5 DM-i
Engine
2.4-litre Turbocharged Diesel
1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol Plug-in Hybrid
Cabin trim, seating material, screen layout and driver-assistance equipment vary by derivative. Compare the chosen P300 grade before assuming a feature is included.
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Interior Colours
3
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Seat Trim
Not Applicable
Synthetic leather
Spec
P300
SEALION 5 DM-i
Infotainment System
SYNC
12.8-inch rotating touchscreen
Apple CarPlay
Standard
Standard
Android Auto
Standard
Standard
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Standard
Number of Speakers
Not Available
6
Digital Instrument Cluster
7-inch
Full LCD instrument display
USB Ports
Not Available
Front and rear USB-A/USB-C ports
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Standard
Standard
Wireless Android Auto
Standard
Standard
Infotainment Screen Size
12.3
12.8
Infotainment Display
12.3
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Infotainment Screen
12.3
12.8
Multi Information Display
7-inch
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Connected Services
Standard
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Smartphone Connectivity
Standard
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Touchscreen
12.3
12.8
Spec
P300
SEALION 5 DM-i
LED Headlamps
Not Available
Standard
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
LED
Fog Lamps
Not Available
Rear fog lamp
Roof Rails
Not Available
Standard
Exterior Colour Options
3
Atlantis Grey, Obsidian Black, Snow White, Time Grey
Body Type
Pickup
-
Exterior Colour Options
3
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Headlights
Not Available
Standard
Load Bed Liner
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
-
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
Standard
Active Exhaust
Not Available
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Spec
P300
SEALION 5 DM-i
Approach Angle
Not Available
18 deg
Departure Angle
Not Available
22 deg
Wading Depth
Not Available
363.6 mm
Terrain Modes
Not Available
Snow
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Not Available
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Breakover Angle
Not Available
Not Available
Energy Recovery Display
Not Available
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Front Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
-
Ground Clearance Max
224 mm
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Ground Clearance Min
224 mm
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Off Road Descent Control
Not Available
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Off Road Traction Assist
Not Available
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Crawl Control
Not Available
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Rear Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
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Skid Plates Fuel Tank
Not Available
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Skid Plates Transfer Case
Not Available
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Terrain Mode Mud
Not Available
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Terrain Mode Normal
Not Available
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Terrain Mode Rock
Not Available
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Terrain Mode Sand
Not Available
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Terrain Mode Snow
Not Available
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Terrain Response System
Not Available
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Underbody Camera
Not Available
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Spec
P300
SEALION 5 DM-i
Tyre Size
Not Available
225/60 R18
Front Brake Type
Not Available
Ventilated disc
Rear Brake Type
Not Available
Disc
Spare Wheel Type
Not Available
Tyre repair kit
Wheel Rim Size
Not Available
18
Handbrake Type
Not Applicable
Electronic parking brake
Spec
P300
SEALION 5 DM-i
Service Interval
10000
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Approx Service Cost
Included in Service Plan
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Battery Warranty
8 Years / 160,000 km
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Maintenance Plan
5 Years / 75,000 km
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Engine Oil Change Interval
10,000 km
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First Service At
5000
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Service Plan Duration
5 Years / 75,000 km
4 years/60000 km service plan (4 scheduled services)
Service Plan Distance
5 Years / 75,000 km
4 years/60000 km service plan (4 scheduled services)
Anti-Rust Treatment
Yes
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Alternator
110A
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Service Plan
5 Years / 75,000 km
4 years/60000 km service plan (4 scheduled services)
Service Intervals
10000
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Spec
P300
SEALION 5 DM-i
Warranty Years
5 Years / 100,000 km
5 years/100000 km complete vehicle; 8 years/200000 km power battery; 5 years/100000 km drive unit
Warranty Kilometers
5 Years / 100,000 km
5 years/100000 km complete vehicle; 8 years/200000 km power battery; 5 years/100000 km drive unit
Roadside Assistance
Yes
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Anti-Corrosion Warranty
6 Years
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Basic Warranty
5 Years / 100,000 km
5 years/100000 km complete vehicle; 8 years/200000 km power battery; 5 years/100000 km drive unit
Roadside Assistance
Yes
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Warranty
5 Years / 100,000 km
5 years/100000 km complete vehicle; 8 years/200000 km power battery; 5 years/100000 km drive unit
Warranty Roadside Assistance
Yes
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Spec
P300
SEALION 5 DM-i
CO2 Emissions
Not Applicable
27 g/km
Hybrid System Type
Not Available
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Fuel Octane Requirement
Diesel
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Spec
P300
SEALION 5 DM-i
Ownership Role
Top
higher-equipment derivative
Price Zar
599900 ZAR
569900 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current listed price
higher-equipment derivative
Starting Price
599900
569900
Starting Price Zar
599900
569900
In depth: how these cars differ
This P300 and SEALION 5 DM-i comparison uses the exact derivatives selected above for South Africa. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: P300 71 vs SEALION 5 DM-i 39.
Efficiency index: P300 57 vs SEALION 5 DM-i 81.
Safety-equipment index: P300 not separately scored vs SEALION 5 DM-i 92.
Practicality index: P300 80 vs SEALION 5 DM-i 61.
Ownership-cover index: P300 65 vs SEALION 5 DM-i not separately scored.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.
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A transparent comparison of published catalogue fields. This is not a road-test score, owner rating or editorial review rating, and it appears only when every vehicle clears the same comparable-data threshold.
Evidence / 100
Evidence-index readout
P300 leads by 2 points
P300 and SEALION 5 DM-i are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
P300
Performance
71/100
Efficiency
57/100
Practicality
80/100
Ownership
65/100
SEALION 5 DM-i
Performance
39/100
Efficiency
81/100
Safety
92/100
Practicality
61/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexGWM P300
leads the specification evidence index with 69 pts
vs 67 pts for SEALION 5 DM-i
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, P300 leads. However, SEALION 5 DM-i may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
Related comparisons
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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.
Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.
Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.
A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.
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.
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