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 Seltos are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Seltos starts ZAR 24,955 cheaperP300 from ZAR 414,950 · Seltos from ZAR 389,995
Five key differences
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Specification
P300
Seltos
Maximum Power
P300135 kW
Seltos85 kW @ 4000 rpm
Maximum Torque
P300480 Nm
Seltos260 Nm @ 1500 rpm
Engine Size
P3002400 cc
Seltos1493 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
P30013.5 km/l
Seltos19.2 km/l
Ground Clearance
P300224 mm
Seltos190 mm
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
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
Lower published ownership cover
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished Practicality
Seltos
Strengths
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger published ownership cover
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
Seltos
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Buyers prioritising the stronger published warranty or service cover
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Spec
P300
Seltos
Model Introduced Year
Current local generation year not confirmed
2020
Generation
Current South African P300 listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
First generation (SP2); SA launch 2020; 2023 facelift model current
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.
2023 facelift with revised front and rear styling, updated ADAS suite and interior upgrades
Facelift Launched Since
Original current-generation version
2023
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
Double-cab pickup
SUV
Body Type Cab
Pickup
-
Color Note
Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering.
Clear White, Aurora Black Pearl, Steel Grey, Gravity Blue, Intense Red, Pewter Olive, Glacier White Pearl (dual-tone on GT-Line)
Dealer Stock Note
Top grade in the South Africa lineup
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Drivetrain Note
Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 2.4T LT 2WD 9AT
-
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
published
active
Segment
Pickup
SUV
Tare Mass Kg
2070 kg
1430 kg
Vehicle Type
Pickup
SUV
Spec
P300
Seltos
Length
5416 mm
4370 mm
Width
1934 mm
1800 mm
Height
1886 mm
1640 mm
Wheelbase
3230 mm
2610 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
224 mm
190 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
78 l
50 l
Kerb Weight
2070 kg
1430 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
3120 kg
1920 kg
Payload Capacity
1050 kg
456 kg
Towing Capacity
3000 kg
1100 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Doors
4 doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
-
10.6 m
Front Headroom
-
990 mm
Rear Headroom
-
950 mm
Front Legroom
-
1030 mm
Rear Legroom
-
860 mm
Boot/Cargo Space
-
433 l
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
-
190 mm
Number of Rows
-
2 rows
Spec
P300
Seltos
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
1570 mm
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
1560 mm
Front Suspension
Not Available
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension
Not Available
Coupled Torsion Beam
MagneRide Damping
Not Available
Not Available
Chassis Type
-
Unibody
Front Spring Type
-
Coil Spring
Rear Spring Type
-
Coil Spring
Shock Absorber Type
-
Telescopic
Front Anti-Roll Bar
-
Yes
Rear Anti-Roll Bar
-
Yes
Power Steering
-
Yes
Steering Column
-
Adjustable
Front Suspension Type
Not Available
MacPherson Strut
Suspension
-
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension Type
Not Available
Coupled Torsion Beam
Rear Axle Type
-
Coupled Torsion Beam
Shock Absorbers
-
Telescopic
Chassis Material
-
Unibody
Spec
P300
Seltos
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Climate Control
Not Available
Yes
Power Windows
Not Available
Yes
Keyless Entry
Not Available
Yes
Push Button Start
Not Available
Yes
Wireless Charging
Standard
Yes
Sunroof
Not Available
Yes
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
No
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Yes
Boot Space Seats Folded
Not Applicable
1385 l
AC Type
Not Available
Yes
Adaptive Dampers
Not Available
No
Engine Warranty
5
7 Years / 150,000 km
Performance Data Logger
Not Available
No
Rev Matching
Not Available
No
Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
Not Available
Diff Lock
Not Available
No
Difflock
Not Available
No
Digital Speedometer
7-inch
Yes
Front Diff Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Intelligent Battery System
Not Available
Not Available
Load Bed Light
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Not Available
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Not Available
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
One Pedal Driving
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Diff Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Electric Motor
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Step Bumper
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
-
Regenerative Braking Levels
Not Available
Not Available
Source Model Column
p300
seltos
Sport Plus Mode
Not Available
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Not Available
Tie Down Hooks
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
-
Tow Bar Type
Bakkie towing support
Not Available
Towbar
Bakkie towing support
-
Trailer Hitch
Bakkie towing support
-
Trailer Stability Assist
Bakkie towing support
-
Trim Level
top
flagship
Variant Role
Mid-to-high value derivative
Flagship / premium derivative
Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
Not Available
Vehicle To Load
Not Available
Not Available
Intercooler
-
Yes
Fuel Consumption Combined
-
5.2
Engine Start Stop
Not Available
Yes
Engine Start Stop Button
Not Available
Yes
Engine Start Button Illumination
-
Yes
Engine Check Warning
-
Yes
Drag Coefficient
-
0.34
Roof Load
-
50 kg
Stabilizer Bar
-
Yes
Steering Response
-
Normal
Skid Plates
-
No
Side Steps
-
No
Spare Wheel
Not Available
Temporary Spare
Tyre Repair Kit
-
No
Seatbelt Pre Tensioner
-
Yes
Hill Start Assist
-
Yes
Speed Limiter
-
Yes
Speed Alert System
-
Yes
Impact Sensing Door Unlock
-
Yes
Surround View Monitor
Not Available
Yes
Voice Command
-
Yes
Voice Command Support
-
Yes
Driver Display
-
Digital Cluster
Heads Up Display
-
Yes
Tachometer
-
Yes
Trip Computer
-
Yes
Multi Function Steering
-
Yes
Steering Mounted Controls
-
Yes
Air Conditioning
Not Available
Yes
Climate Zones
-
2
Rear Air Conditioning
-
No
Glovebox Cooling
-
No
Seat Type
-
Leather Seats
Driver Seat Height Adjustment
-
Yes
Rear Seat Split
-
Yes
Headrest Adjustable
-
Yes
Front Armrest
-
Yes
Vanity Mirror
-
Yes
12V Accessory Socket
-
Yes
Front Power Outlet
-
Yes
Rear Reading Lamps
-
Yes
Push Button Start
Not Available
Yes
Remote Engine Start
-
No
Remote Start
-
No
Remote Central Locking
-
Yes
Door Ajar Warning
-
Yes
Fuel Lid Opener
-
Remote
Boot Opener
-
Remote
Power Mirrors
-
Yes
Heated Mirrors
-
Yes
Electric Folding Mirrors
-
Yes
Electric Mirror Folding
-
Yes
Remote Side Mirror
-
Yes
Auto Dimming Irvm
-
No
Auto Dimming Mirror
-
No
Rear Window Defroster
-
Yes
Rear Defogger
-
Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps
-
Yes
Tail Lamps
-
Yes
Automatic Headlamps
-
Yes
Headlamp Height Adjust
-
Yes
Headlamp Washer
-
No
Panoramic Roof
Not Available
Yes
Roof Antenna
-
Yes
Rear Wing
-
Yes
Aero Kit
-
No
Chrome Grille
-
Yes
Chrome Exterior Highlights
-
No
Ride Mode Selection
-
Yes
Powered Tailgate
-
No
Service Reminder
-
Yes
Accelerator 0 100
-
10.5 sec
Common Rail Injection
-
Common Rail Direct Injection
Vdc
-
Yes
TPMS
Not Available
Yes
Sonar
-
Yes
Automatic High Beam
-
Yes
Steering Column Adjustment
-
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt Steering
-
Tilt and Telescopic
Telescopic Steering
-
Tilt and Telescopic
Bottle Holders
-
4
Glove Box
-
Yes
Manual Aircon
-
Yes
Intelligent Keyless Entry
-
Yes
Passive Entry Start
-
Yes
Wireless Charger
Standard
Yes
Lift Gate
-
No
Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors
-
Yes
Power Socket 12v
-
Yes
Sound System
Not Available
8
Roof Rack Compatibility
-
Yes
Mirror
-
Electric
Rim Size
Not Available
235/50 R18
Stabilizer Bar Front
-
Yes
Stabilizer Bar Rear
-
Yes
Sub Frame
-
Unibody
Load Bed Cover
-
Not Available
Sports Bar
-
Not Available
Canopy Fitment
-
Not Available
Bed Extender
-
Not Available
Loadbox Depth Mm
-
Not Available
Load Bed Steps
-
Not Available
Loadbox Rope Hooks
-
Not Available
Tailgate Damper
-
Not Available
Unlocking
Not Available
Yes
Walk Away Lock
-
Yes
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
-
Yes
Rear LED Combination Taillights
-
Yes
Front Wiper
-
Yes
Front Wipers Type
-
Yes
Rearview Mirror Inside
-
No
Vanity Mirror Illuminated
-
Yes
Reading Lights Rear
-
Yes
Centre Console
-
Centre Armrest
Side Impact Bars
-
Yes
Boot Space Seats Folded
Not Applicable
1385 l
Spec
P300
Seltos
Engine
2.4-litre Turbocharged Diesel
1.5-litre Turbocharged Diesel
Engine Code
Not Officially Disclosed
D4FE
Fuel Type
Diesel
Diesel
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
2400 cc
1493 cc
Cylinders
Not Officially Disclosed
4
Cylinder Layout
Not Officially Disclosed
Inline
Valves
Not Officially Disclosed
16
Valves per Cylinder
Not Officially Disclosed
4
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Not Officially Disclosed
Common Rail Direct Injection
Compression Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
16.0:1
Bore
Not Officially Disclosed
75 mm
Stroke
Not Officially Disclosed
84.5 mm
Maximum Power
135 kW
85 kW @ 4000 rpm
Maximum Torque
480 Nm
260 Nm @ 1500 rpm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Drive Type
Not Officially Disclosed
FWD
Transmission
Not Officially Disclosed
7-Speed DCT
Top Speed
Not Officially Disclosed
175 km/h
0-100 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
10.5 sec
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
No
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
65.2 kW/tonne
59.4 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
231.9 Nm/tonne
181.8 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
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
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
P300
Seltos
Gearbox
Automatic
7-Speed DCT
Drivetrain Layout
4x2
FWD
LSD Available
Not Applicable
No
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
No
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
Yes
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
3.63
Number of Gears
9
7
Transmission Type
Automatic
Dual Clutch Transmission
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Dry Dual Clutch
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
No
Gear Shift Type
Automatic
Automatic
Drivetrain
4x2
FWD
4WD Engagement
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Applicable
Yes
Differential Type Front
Not Available
Not Available
Differential Type Rear
Not Available
Not Available
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
Automatic
7-Speed DCT
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
Two-wheel drive
FWD
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transfer Case Guard
Not Available
Not Available
Transmission Speeds
9
7
Engine Position
-
Front Transverse
Steering Turns Lock to Lock
-
15.1:1
Spec
P300
Seltos
Claimed Mileage
13.5 km/l
19.2 km/l
City Mileage
11.0 km/l
15.6 km/l
Highway Mileage
15.8 km/l
22.2 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
78 l
50 l
Emission Standard
Not Applicable
Euro 6
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
No
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
Yes
Real-world Mileage
13.5 km/l
19.2 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
78
50
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Fuel Warning
-
Yes
Spec
P300
Seltos
Airbags
Dual front, front side and curtain airbags
6
ABS
Not Available
Yes
Electronic Stability Control
Not Available
Yes
Traction Control
Not Available
Yes
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Not Available
Yes
Child Safety Lock
Not Available
Yes
ISOFIX Mounts
Not Available
Yes
Brake Assist
Not Available
Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Not Available
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
Not Available
Yes
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Not Available
Yes
Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
Yes
AEB
Not Available
Yes
BA
Not Available
Yes
Brake Override System
Not Available
Yes
Curtain Airbags
Standard
Yes
Driver Airbag
Not Available
Yes
EBD
Not Available
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
Not Available
Yes
Hill Hold
Not Available
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Not Available
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Yes
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Not Available
Yes
Seatbelt Reminder
Not Available
Yes
Side Airbags
Standard
Yes
Stability Control
Not Available
Yes
TCS
Not Available
Yes
Knee Airbag
Not Available
No
ABS EBD
Not Available
Yes
Side Impact Beams
-
Yes
Whiplash Protection
-
Yes
Pedestrian Detection AEB
-
Yes
Lane Change Warning
-
Yes
Blind Spot Monitoring
-
Yes
Fatigue Detection
-
Yes
Speed Alert System
-
Yes
Safety Rating
-
5
Central Locking
-
Yes
Alarm System
-
Yes
ESC With Traction Control
-
Yes
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
-
6
Driver Passenger Airbags
-
6
Anti Theft Alarm
-
Yes
Spec
P300
Seltos
Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
Yes
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Yes
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Yes
Parking Sensors
Not Available
Yes
Rear View Camera
Not Available
Yes
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
Yes
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Available
Yes
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Yes
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
No
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Yes
Auto Wipers
Not Available
Yes
EV Mode
Not Available
No
Rear Parking Sensors
Not Available
Yes
Reverse Camera
Not Available
Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Park Assist
Not Available
Yes
Around View Monitor
Not Available
Yes
Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
Yes
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Yes
Reversing Camera
-
Yes
Auto Lights
-
Yes
Eco Mode
-
Yes
Sport Mode
-
No
Emergency Braking
-
Yes
Pre-Collision System
-
Yes
Rear View Camera
-
Yes
Reverse Camera Type
-
Yes
Surround View Camera
Not Available
Yes
Parking Distance Sensors
-
Yes
Parking Sensor
-
Yes
Front Camera
-
Yes
Automatic High Beam
-
Yes
Rain Sensor Wipers
-
Yes
Spec
P300
Seltos
Seat Material
Not Applicable
Leather
Heated Seats
Not Applicable
Yes
Ventilated Seats
Not Applicable
Yes
Ambient Lighting
Not Applicable
Yes
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
1380 mm
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
1330 mm
Steering Wheel Material
Not Applicable
Leather
Instrument Cluster Type
7-inch
Digital
Interior Colour Options
3
Black
60 40 Split Seat
Not Applicable
Yes
Driver Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
8-Way Power
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
4-Way Manual
Interior Courtesy Lamps
Cabin trim, seating material, screen layout and driver-assistance equipment vary by derivative. Compare the chosen P300 grade before assuming a feature is included.
This P300 and Seltos 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 Seltos 45.
Efficiency index: P300 57 vs Seltos 73.
Safety-equipment index: P300 not separately scored vs Seltos 93.
Practicality index: P300 82 vs Seltos 60.
Ownership-cover index: P300 65 vs Seltos 71.
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 Seltos 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
82/100
Ownership
65/100
Seltos
Performance
45/100
Efficiency
73/100
Safety
93/100
Practicality
60/100
Ownership
71/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexGWM P300
leads the specification evidence index with 70 pts
vs 68 pts for Seltos
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, P300 leads. However, Seltos may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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