KIA Picanto Panel Van vs GWM Steed 6
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 Steed 6
Discontinued model
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KIA Picanto Panel Van
1.0 LS Panel Van Auto
Petrol
4-Speed Automatic
Current
ZAR 269,995
ex-showroom
⚡ 49 kW
🔧 94 Nm
⛽ 16.4 km/l
VS
GWM Steed 6
2.0T Double Cab 4x4
Diesel
6-Speed Automatic
Discontinued model
ZAR 419,900
last listed
Discontinued model
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⚡ 105 kW
🔧 310 Nm
⛽ 8.5 km/l
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Decision summary
KIA Picanto Panel Van vs GWM Steed 6: the short answer
Picanto Panel Van and Steed 6 are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Recorded price context
Picanto Panel Van:
current from
ZAR 249,995
·
Steed 6:
last listed from
ZAR 329,900
Five key differences
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| Specification | Picanto Panel Van | Steed 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | Picanto Panel Van49 kW @ 6000 rpm | Steed 6105 kW |
| Maximum Torque | Picanto Panel Van94 Nm @ 3500 rpm | Steed 6310 Nm |
| Engine Size | Picanto Panel Van998 cc | Steed 61996 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | Picanto Panel Van16.4 km/l | Steed 68.5 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | Picanto Panel Van155 mm | Steed 6200 mm |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
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GWM Steed 6
2.0T Double Cab 4x4
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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Specification evidence leader
Picanto Panel Van
Strengths
- Better fuel efficiency
- Stronger listed safety equipment
- Stronger published ownership cover
Weak Spots
- Less powerful engine setup
- Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:
Published Efficiency
Steed 6
Strengths
- More powerful engine output
- Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
- Lower fuel efficiency
- Fewer listed safety features
- Lower published ownership cover
Best suited to:
Published Performance
Published Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
Picanto Panel Van
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
- Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published warranty or service cover
Steed 6
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
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| Spec | Picanto Panel Van | Steed 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Position | Transverse Front-Mounted | Not confirmed |
| Gearbox | 4-Speed Automatic | 6-Speed Automatic |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic 6-Speed |
| Number of Gears | 4 | 6 |
| Clutch Type | Torque Converter Automatic | Torque Converter Automatic |
| Paddle Shifters | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Final Drive Ratio | 4.286:1 | 4.78:1 |
| Drivetrain Layout | Front Wheel Drive | 4WD |
| Drivetrain | FWD — Front Wheel Drive | 4x4 AWD |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | 2.8 | 3.8 |
| LSD Available | Not Applicable | Yes — Rear |
| Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Yes — Rear Manual Lock |
| Transfer Case | Not Applicable | Yes — 2-Speed 4WD |
| Gear Shift Type | Floor-Mounted Selector | Electronic automatic gear selector |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Yes | Electronic automatic gear selector |
| Gearbox Type | 4-Speed Automatic | Automatic |
| Transmission Speeds | 4 | 6 |
| Axle Layout | FWD | Front and rear driven axles |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | Not Applicable | Yes |
| 4WD Engagement | Not Applicable | Electronically selectable 4WD |
| 4WD Hi Range | Not Applicable | Yes |
| 4WD Lo Range | Not Applicable | Yes |
| Transfer Case Guard | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Low Range | Not Applicable | Yes |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Applicable | Yes |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Electronic locking differential |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Electronic locking differential |
| 4WD Selector | Not Applicable | Electronically selectable 4WD |
| Differential Type Front | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Differential Type Rear | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Spec | Picanto Panel Van | Steed 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Variable Valve Timing | CVVT on Intake Camshaft | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | 93 RON Unleaded | Diesel |
| CO2 Emissions | 140 g/km | 255 g/km |
| Start Stop System | No | Not Available |
| Noise Level | 68 dB | 74 dB |
| Hybrid System Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Particulate Filter | GPF Fitted | Diesel Particulate Filter |
| Euro Emission Standard | Euro 5 | Euro 5 |
| Green NCAP Rating | Not Independently NCAP Green Rated | Moderate |
| Idle CO2 Output | Within Euro 5 Emission Limits | Within Euro 5 Limits |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP) | Not Applicable — Diesel |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | 140 | Not confirmed |
| Spec | Picanto Panel Van | Steed 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Oil Capacity | 3.2 l | 5.0 l |
| Service Interval | 15,000 km or 12 Months — Whichever First | 10000 |
| Approx Service Cost | Approx R2,500–R3,200 per Service | 1400 |
| Battery Warranty | 12 Months KIA Battery Warranty | 12 Months |
| Maintenance Plan | Included — 3 Years/45 | Not Included |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | 10,000 km or 6 Months | 10000 |
| First Service At | 1,000 km Inspection and Safety Check | 1000 |
| Service Plan Duration | 3 Years/45 | 3 Years / 60,000 km |
| Service Plan Distance | 3 Years/45 | 3 Years / 60,000 km |
| Service Plan | 3 Years/45 | 3 Years / 60,000 km |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | Underbody Anti-Rust Protection | Standard |
| Alternator | 80A Alternator | Not confirmed |
| Service Intervals | 15,000 km or 12 Months — Whichever First | 10000 |
| Accessory Battery Type | 12V 45Ah Lead-Acid Battery | Not confirmed |
| Spec | Picanto Panel Van | Steed 6 |
|---|---|---|
| 4WD System Type | Not Applicable | Part-Time 4WD |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Yes |
| Approach Angle | 17 deg | 35 deg |
| Departure Angle | 22 deg | 28 deg |
| Wading Depth | 0 mm | 1.0 mm |
| Terrain Modes | Not Available | Yes — 4 Modes |
| Locking Differential | Not Applicable | Yes — Rear Manual Lock |
| Underbody Protection | Not Available | Standard with Skid Plates |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | 0 deg | 22 deg |
| Ramp-over Angle | 0 deg | Not confirmed |
| Recovery Hooks | 1 Rear Tow Hook | 4 Recovery Hooks |
| Ground Clearance Min | 155 mm | 200 mm |
| Ground Clearance Max | 155 mm | 200 mm |
| Off Road Descent Control | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Terrain Response System | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Crawl Control | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Underbody Camera | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Energy Recovery Display | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Terrain Mode Mud | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Terrain Mode Normal | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Terrain Mode Rock | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Terrain Mode Sand | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Terrain Mode Snow | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Off Road Traction Assist | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Skid Plates Transfer Case | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Skid Plates Fuel Tank | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Rear Skid Plate Guard | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Approach Angle Deg | 17 deg | Not confirmed |
| Departure Angle Deg | 22 deg | Not confirmed |
| Wading Depth Mm | 0 mm | Not confirmed |
| Breakover Angle | 0 deg | Not Applicable |
| Spec | Picanto Panel Van | Steed 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3595 mm | 4970 mm |
| Width | 1595 mm | 1770 mm |
| Height | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2400 mm | 3030 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 155 mm | 200 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 950 kg | 1720 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 1400 kg | 2250 kg |
| Payload Capacity | 450 kg | 1000 kg |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 4.8 m | 6 m |
| Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Seating Capacity | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 620 l | 0 l |
| Front Legroom | 1040 mm | 1100 mm |
| Front Headroom | 970 mm | 1000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 l | 75 l |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | 151 mm | 174 mm |
| Towing Capacity | 0 kg | 2500 kg |
| Number of Rows | 1 rows | 2 rows |
| Rear Headroom | Not Applicable | 970 mm |
| Rear Legroom | Not Applicable | 950 mm |
| Spec | Picanto Panel Van | Steed 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Front Track Width | 1415 mm | 1570 mm |
| Rear Track Width | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring | Double Wishbone |
| Rear Suspension | Coupled Torsion Beam Axle with Coil Spring | Leaf Spring |
| Chassis Type | Monocoque Unibody Steel Platform | Body on Frame Ladder Chassis |
| Power Steering | Electric Power Assisted (EPAS) | Electric Power Steering |
| Steering Column | Tilt and Telescopic Adjustable | Tilt Adjustable |
| Front Spring Type | Coil Spring | Coil Spring |
| Rear Spring Type | Coil Spring | Leaf Spring |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | Standard Anti-Roll Bar | Standard |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | Standard Anti-Roll Bar | Not Available |
| Shock Absorber Type | Telescopic Gas Dampers | Twin-Tube Hydraulic with Off-Road Tuning |
| Front Suspension Type | MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring | Double Wishbone |
| Suspension | MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring | Not confirmed |
| Rear Suspension Type | Coupled Torsion Beam Axle with Coil Spring | Leaf Spring |
| Rear Axle Type | Coupled Torsion Beam Axle with Coil Spring | Not confirmed |
| Shock Absorbers | Telescopic Gas Dampers | Twin-Tube Hydraulic with Off-Road Tuning |
| Chassis Material | Monocoque Unibody Steel Platform | Not confirmed |
| MagneRide Damping | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Spec | Picanto Panel Van | Steed 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Boot Space Seats Folded | 620 l | 1480 l |
| Load Bed Length | 1485 mm | Not confirmed |
| Load Bed Width | 1150 mm | Not confirmed |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | 6.1 L/100km — WLTP Combined Cycle | Not confirmed |
| Spare Wheel | Full Size Spare Tyre | Full Size Spare |
| Tyre Repair Kit | No — Full Size Spare Provided | Not confirmed |
| Adaptive Dampers | No | Not confirmed |
| Hill Start Assist | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | Yes — Front | Not confirmed |
| Speed Alert System | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Surround View Monitor | No | Not Available |
| Digital Speedometer | Yes — Digital Speedometer Display | Not confirmed |
| Driver Display | Semi-Digital Instrument Cluster with MID | Not confirmed |
| Steering Mounted Controls | Yes | Not Available |
| Multi Function Steering | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Voice Command | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Voice Command Support | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Wireless Charging | No | Not Available |
| Seat Type | Cloth Fabric | Not confirmed |
| Rear Seat Split | N/A Panel Van | Not confirmed |
| Front Armrest | No | Not confirmed |
| Headrest Adjustable | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Climate Control | Manual Air Conditioning | Manual Air Conditioning |
| AC Type | Manual Air Conditioning | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Climate Zones | Single Zone | Not confirmed |
| Power Windows | Yes — Front Windows Only | Front Windows Only |
| Keyless Entry | No | Not Available |
| Push Button Start | No | Not Available |
| Push Button Start | No | Not Available |
| Engine Start Stop Button | No | Not Available |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | No | Not confirmed |
| Remote Start | No | Not confirmed |
| Remote Engine Start | No | Not confirmed |
| Sunroof | No | Panoramic sunroof |
| Panoramic Roof | No | Panoramic sunroof |
| Electric Tailgate | No | Not Available |
| Powered Tailgate | No | Not confirmed |
| Boot Opener | Yes — Electric Boot Release Button | Not confirmed |
| Fuel Lid Opener | Yes — Remote Fuel Lid Opener | Not confirmed |
| Automatic Headlamps | Yes | Not Available |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | No | Not Available |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | No | Not Available |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | No | Not confirmed |
| Rear Defogger | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Rear Window Defroster | Yes | Standard |
| Electric Mirror Folding | No | Manual Fold |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Power Mirrors | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Remote Side Mirror | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | Yes | Standard Driver |
| Tachometer | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Trip Computer | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Speed Limiter | Yes | Not Available |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | Yes | Not Available |
| 12V Accessory Socket | Yes — 12V Front Accessory Socket | 1 x 12V Socket |
| Front Power Outlet | Yes — 12V Socket | Not confirmed |
| Rear Reading Lamps | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Vanity Mirror | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Door Ajar Warning | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Impact Sensing Door Unlock | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Engine Check Warning | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Service Reminder | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Rear Wing | No | Not confirmed |
| Chrome Grille | No | Not confirmed |
| Chrome Exterior Highlights | No | Not confirmed |
| Side Steps | No | Not confirmed |
| Skid Plates | No | Not confirmed |
| Engine Start Stop | No | Not Available |
| Heads Up Display | No | Not confirmed |
| Intercooler | Not Applicable — Naturally Aspirated Engine | Not confirmed |
| Performance Data Logger | No | Not confirmed |
| Ride Mode Selection | No | Not confirmed |
| Rev Matching | No | Not confirmed |
| Roof Antenna | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Aero Kit | No | Not confirmed |
| Exhaust Finish | Standard Single Outlet Chrome Tip | Not confirmed |
| Exhaust Type | Single Exhaust System | Not confirmed |
| Glovebox Cooling | No | Not confirmed |
| Headlamp Height Adjust | Yes — Manual Headlamp Beam Adjustment | Not confirmed |
| Headlamp Washer | No | Not confirmed |
| Drag Coefficient | 0.32 Cd | Not confirmed |
| Stabilizer Bar | Front and Rear Anti-Roll Bars | Not confirmed |
| Steering Response | Electric Power Assisted Steering | Not confirmed |
| Tail Lamps | No | Not confirmed |
| Engine Warranty | 7 Years/150 | Not confirmed |
| Loadbox Length Mm | 1485 mm | Not confirmed |
| Loadbox Width Mm | 1150 mm | Not confirmed |
| Trim Level | mid | Not confirmed |
| Variant Role | Commercial utility derivative | Not confirmed |
| Accelerator 0 100 | 14.5 sec | Not confirmed |
| Common Rail Injection | Multi-Point Fuel Injection (MPFI) | Not confirmed |
| Diff Lock | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Difflock | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Vdc | Yes | Not confirmed |
| TPMS | Yes | Yes |
| Sonar | No | Not confirmed |
| Automatic High Beam | No | Not confirmed |
| Steering Column Adjustment | Tilt and Telescopic | Not confirmed |
| Tilt Steering | Tilt and Telescopic | Not confirmed |
| Telescopic Steering | Tilt and Telescopic | Not confirmed |
| Bottle Holders | 2 | Not confirmed |
| Rear Air Conditioning | No | Not confirmed |
| Glove Box | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Air Conditioning | Manual Air Conditioning | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Manual Aircon | Manual Air Conditioning | Not confirmed |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | No | Not confirmed |
| Remote Central Locking | No | Not confirmed |
| Passive Entry Start | No | Not confirmed |
| Wireless Charger | No | Not Available |
| Lift Gate | No | Not confirmed |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | No | Not confirmed |
| Power Socket 12v | Yes — 12V Front Accessory Socket | Not confirmed |
| Sound System | 6 | 4 |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | No | Not confirmed |
| Mirror | Power Adjustable with Integrated Turn Indicators | Not confirmed |
| Rim Size | 14 Inches | 16 Inches |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | Standard Anti-Roll Bar | Not confirmed |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | Standard Anti-Roll Bar | Not confirmed |
| Sub Frame | Monocoque Unibody Steel Platform | Not confirmed |
| Vehicle To Grid | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Vehicle To Load | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| One Pedal Driving | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Rear Electric Motor | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Battery Preconditioning | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Source Model Column | picanto-panel-van | Not confirmed |
| Intelligent Battery System | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Front Diff Lock | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Rear Diff Lock | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Load Bed Cover | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Load Bed Light | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Load Bed Steps | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Bed Extender | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Canopy Fitment | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Sports Bar | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Tailgate Damper | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Tailgate Lock | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Tow Bar Type | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Sport Plus Mode | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Unlocking | No | Not Available |
| Walk Away Lock | No | Not confirmed |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | No | Not confirmed |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | No | Not confirmed |
| Front Wiper | Yes — Standard Rear Wiper and Washer | Not confirmed |
| Front Wipers Type | Yes — Standard Rear Wiper and Washer | Not confirmed |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | No | Not confirmed |
| Vanity Mirror Illuminated | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Reading Lights Rear | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Centre Console | No | Not confirmed |
| Side Impact Bars | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | 620 l | 1480 l |
| Spec | Picanto Panel Van | Steed 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Front Shoulder Room | 1355 mm | 1250 mm |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 0 mm | 1200 mm |
| Steering Adjustment | Tilt and Telescopic | Tilt Adjustable |
| Steering Type | Electric Power Assisted (EPAS) | Electric Power Steering |
| Instrument Cluster Type | Semi-Digital Instrument Cluster | Analogue with Small Display |
| Rear USB Ports | 0 | 0 |
| Seat Material | Cloth | Fabric |
| Fabric Seats | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Leather Seats | No | Not confirmed |
| Seat Adjustment | Manual 6-Way Driver Seat Adjustment | Manual 4-Way Driver |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | 6-Way Manual Adjustment | Electric adjustment |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | 4-Way Manual Adjustment | Electric adjustment |
| Adjustable Front Seat | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Memory Seats | No | Not confirmed |
| Heated Seats | No | Not Applicable |
| Ventilated Seats | No | Not Applicable |
| Cooled Seats | No | Not confirmed |
| Driver Lumbar Support | No | Not Available |
| Steering Wheel Material | Urethane | Polyurethane |
| Ambient Lighting | No | Not Applicable |
| Folding Rear Seats | Not Applicable — Panel Van | 60:40 Split Fold |
| 60 40 Split Seat | No | Yes |
| Front Armrest | No | Front Centre Armrest |
| Rear Armrest | No | Not Available |
| Cup Holders | 2 | 4 |
| Rear AC Vents | No | Not Available |
| Door Map Pockets | Yes | Door Pockets |
| Front Headrest | Yes — Adjustable | Not confirmed |
| Rear Headrest | Not Applicable | Not confirmed |
| Interior Colour Options | 2 | 2 |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | 2-seat cab with sealed cargo bulkhead, air conditioning, electric windows, basic audio system, flat commercial load floor | Not confirmed |
| Boot Space Seats Down | 620 | Not confirmed |
| Seat Belt Warning | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Seat Trim | Cloth | Synthetic leather upholstery |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | Cloth | Not confirmed |
| Driver Seat | Manual 6-Way Driver Seat Adjustment | Not confirmed |
| Seat Fold Type | Not Applicable — Panel Van | Not confirmed |
| Armrest Front | No | Not confirmed |
| Armrest Rear | No | Not confirmed |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | No | Not confirmed |
| Interior Colours | 2 | Not confirmed |
| Interior Trim Colour | 2 | Not confirmed |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | No | Not confirmed |
| Spec | Picanto Panel Van | Steed 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Front Overhang | 735 mm | Not confirmed |
| Rear Overhang | 460 mm | Not confirmed |
| Panoramic Sunroof | No | Panoramic sunroof |
| Body Type | 3-Door Panel Van | Pickup |
| LED Headlamps | No | Halogen Headlamps |
| Led Headlights | No | Halogen Headlamps |
| Daytime Running Lamps | Yes — LED Daytime Running Lights | Not Available |
| DRL | Yes — LED Daytime Running Lights | Not Available |
| Fog Lamps | No | Halogen Fog Lights |
| Fog Lights | No | Not confirmed |
| Front Fog Lights | No | Not confirmed |
| Rear Fog Lights | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Led Taillights | No | Not confirmed |
| Roof Rails | No | Yes |
| Alloy Wheel Design | Standard Design | Steel Wheels with Hub Caps |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | No | Not Available |
| Body Cladding | No | Plastic Body Cladding |
| Rear Spoiler | Yes — Rear Integrated Spoiler | Not Available |
| Exterior Colour Options | 5 | 5 |
| Roof Type | Standard Fixed Roof | Hardtop Canopy |
| Wing Mirror Type | Power Adjustable with Integrated Turn Indicators | Manual Black Mirrors |
| Rear Wiper | Yes — Standard Rear Wiper and Washer | Standard |
| Door Handle Finish | Body-Coloured Door Handles | Body-Coloured Handles |
| Exterior Colour Options | 2 | Not confirmed |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Auto Headlights | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Automatic Headlamps | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Headlamps | No | Halogen Headlamps |
| Headlights | No | Halogen Headlamps |
| Headlight Type | No | Halogen Headlamps |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | No | Not confirmed |
| Headlamp Levelling | No | Not confirmed |
| Daytime Running Lights | Yes — LED Daytime Running Lights | Not Available |
| Front Fog Lamps | No | Halogen Fog Lights |
| Rear Spoiler | Yes — Rear Integrated Spoiler | Not confirmed |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | Body-Coloured Door Handles | Not confirmed |
| Load Bed Liner | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Active Exhaust | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Sunroof Slide | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Sunroof Tilt | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Spec | Picanto Panel Van | Steed 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 l | 75 l |
| Claimed Mileage | 16.4 km/l | 8.5 km/l |
| City Mileage | 13.5 km/l | 5.8 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | 20.4 km/l | 7.0 km/l |
| Real-world Mileage | 16.4 km/l | 8.5 km/l |
| Distance To Empty | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Low Fuel Warning | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Emission Standard | Euro 5 | Euro 5 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Auto Start Stop | No | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 35 | 75 |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Electric Consumption | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Combined Driving Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Highway | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Mixed | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Spec | Picanto Panel Van | Steed 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | 6.9 l/100km | 5.2 l/100km |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | 8.4 l/100km | 6.5 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | 4.5 l/100km | 6.2 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | 5.3 l/100km | 7.8 l/100km |
| Owner Review Count | 0 | 0 |
| Spec | Picanto Panel Van | Steed 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 175/65 R14 | 245/65R17 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless Radial | Not confirmed |
| Wheel Type | Standard Design | Steel Wheels with Hub Caps |
| Wheel Rim Size | 14 Inches | 16 Inches |
| Wheel Diameter | 14 Inches | 16 Inches |
| Front Tyre Width | 175 mm | Not confirmed |
| Rear Tyre Width | 175 mm | Not confirmed |
| Front Brake Type | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Drum | Drum |
| Brake Type Front | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Brake Type Rear | Drum | Drum |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | 247 mm | 268 mm |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | 180 mm | 250 mm |
| Parking Brake Type | Conventional Handbrake | Drum Rear |
| Tyre Load Index | 82 | 109 |
| Tyre Speed Rating | T | Q |
| Spare Wheel Type | Full Size Spare Tyre | Full Size Spare |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size Spare Tyre | Full Size Spare |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Tyre Pressure Display | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | No | Not confirmed |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Wheel Material | Standard Design | Steel Wheels with Hub Caps |
| Wheels | Standard Design | Steel Wheels with Hub Caps |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | Full Size Spare | Not confirmed |
| Handbrake Type | Conventional Handbrake | Electronic parking brake |
| Electric Park Brake | Conventional Handbrake | Not confirmed |
| Wheel Size Type | 14 Inches | Not confirmed |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | Not Available | Not confirmed |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | No | Not confirmed |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Leather Steering Wheel | Urethane | Not confirmed |
| Steering Wheel Trim | Urethane | Not confirmed |
| Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Not confirmed |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Cornering Brake Control | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Auto Brake Hold | Conventional Handbrake | Not confirmed |
| Spec | Picanto Panel Van | Steed 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 6 | 2 |
| Driver Airbag | Yes | Yes |
| Passenger Airbag | Yes | Yes |
| Side Airbags | Yes — Front Side Airbags | Yes |
| Curtain Airbags | Yes — Full Length Curtain Airbags | Yes |
| Knee Airbag | No | Yes |
| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Control | Yes | Yes |
| TCS | Yes | Standard with Off-Road Modes |
| Traction Control | Yes | Standard with Off-Road Modes |
| Hill Start Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Yes |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Standard |
| BA | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Override System | Yes | Yes |
| Child Safety Lock | Yes | Standard |
| ISOFIX Mounts | Yes | 2 Rear ISOFIX |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Yes | Yes |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Yes |
| Alarm System | Yes | Not Available |
| Central Locking | Yes | Remote Central Locking |
| Side Impact Beams | Yes | Standard |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Yes | Front Seats |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Yes — Front Seatbelt Pre-tensioners | Yes |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Yes | Yes |
| Speed Alert System | Yes | Yes |
| Safety Rating | 3 Stars (Euro NCAP 2017 Assessment) | 4 |
| Whiplash Protection | Yes — Active Head Restraints Front | Active Head Restraints |
| Hill Hold | Yes | Yes |
| Stability Control | Yes | Yes |
| AEB | No | Not Available |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | No | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | No | Not confirmed |
| Lane Change Warning | No | Not Available |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | No | Not Available |
| Fatigue Detection | No | Not confirmed |
| Front Parking Sensors | No | Not Available |
| ABS EBD | Yes | Yes |
| ESC With Traction Control | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | 6 | Not confirmed |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | 6 | Not confirmed |
| Anti Theft Alarm | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Spec | Picanto Panel Van | Steed 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | No | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | No | Not Available |
| Lane Keep Assist | No | Not Available |
| Lane Departure Warning | No | Not Available |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | No | Not Available |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | No | Not Available |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | No | Not Available |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | No | Not Available |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | No | Not Available |
| Cruise Control | No | Yes |
| Auto Highbeam | No | Yes |
| Parking Sensors | No | Rear Only |
| Rear Parking Sensors | No | Front and rear |
| Rear View Camera | No | No |
| Reverse Camera | No | No |
| 360 Degree Camera | No | Not Available |
| Park Assist | No | Yes |
| Auto Lights | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Auto Wipers | No | Yes |
| Eco Mode | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Sport Mode | No | Not confirmed |
| EV Mode | Not Applicable — Petrol Engine | Not confirmed |
| Blind Spot Warning | No | Not Available |
| Emergency Braking | No | Not confirmed |
| Pre-Collision System | No | Not confirmed |
| Rear View Camera | No | Not confirmed |
| Reversing Camera | No | Not confirmed |
| Reverse Camera Type | No | Not confirmed |
| Around View Monitor | No | Not Available |
| Surround View Camera | No | Not Available |
| Parking Distance Sensors | No | Not confirmed |
| Parking Sensor | No | Not confirmed |
| Front Camera | No | Not confirmed |
| Automatic High Beam | No | Not confirmed |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | No | Not confirmed |
| Forward Collision Warning | Not Available | Yes |
| Spec | Picanto Panel Van | Steed 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | 8-Inch Touchscreen Infotainment System | Touchscreen infotainment system |
| Infotainment Screen | 8-Inch Touchscreen | 6.5 |
| Infotainment Display | 8-Inch Touchscreen Display | Not confirmed |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 8-Inch Touchscreen | 6.5 |
| Apple CarPlay | Yes | No |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Yes | No |
| Android Auto | Yes | No |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Yes | Yes |
| Navigation System | Yes — Smartphone Navigation via Android Auto/CarPlay | No |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | Yes — Partial Digital Instrument Cluster | Partial Digital |
| USB Ports | 2 | 1 |
| Rear Usb | No | Not confirmed |
| Number of Speakers | 6 | 4 |
| Premium Audio | No | Not confirmed |
| FM Radio | Yes | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Yes | Not Available |
| Audio Controls On Steering | Yes | Not Available |
| Voice Recognition | Yes | Not Available |
| AUX Input | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | No | Not Available |
| Head Up Display | No | Not confirmed |
| Multi Information Display | Semi-Digital Instrument Cluster | Not confirmed |
| Display Audio | 8-Inch Touchscreen Infotainment System | Not confirmed |
| Touchscreen | 8-Inch Touchscreen | 6.5 |
| Smartphone Connectivity | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Connected Services | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Audio Speakers | 6 | 4 |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | 2 | Not confirmed |
| Voice Control | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Radio | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Audio | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Audio System | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Wireless Android Auto | Yes | No |
| Spec | Picanto Panel Van | Steed 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty Years | 7 Years/150 | 3 Years / 100,000 km |
| Warranty Kilometers | 7 Years/150 | 3 Years / 100,000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | 5 Years Roadside Assistance | Not confirmed |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | 5 Years | Not confirmed |
| Basic Warranty | 7 Years/150 | 3 Years / 100,000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | 5 Years Roadside Assistance | Not confirmed |
| Warranty | 7 Years/150 | 3 Years / 100,000 km |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | 5 Years Roadside Assistance | Not confirmed |
| Spec | Picanto Panel Van | Steed 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Body Style | Van | Pickup |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Segment | Van | Pickup / LCV |
| Vehicle Type | Van | Pickup |
| Dealer Stock Note | Mid grade in the South Africa lineup | Not confirmed |
| Color Note | Clear White, Aurora Black Pearl | Not confirmed |
| Tare Mass Kg | 950 kg | 1720 kg |
| Model Introduced Year | 2018 | 2013 |
| Generation | Based on third-generation JA Picanto platform; commercial derivative | 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 | Updated with third-generation Picanto platform in 2021 | 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 | 2021 | 2020 |
| Facelift Version Ending | Current | Current |
| Production Status | active | Active |
| Spec | Picanto Panel Van | Steed 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Price Zar | 269995 ZAR | 449900 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Current listed price | Current model/derivative retail or starting-price reference |
| Starting Price | 269995 | 449900 |
| Starting Price Zar | 269995 | 449900 |
| Ownership Role | Mid | GWM South Africa ownership programme |
| Spec | Picanto Panel Van | Steed 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol | 2-litre Turbocharged Diesel |
| Engine Code | G3LA | GW4D20B |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Diesel |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 998 cc | 1996 cc |
| Cylinders | 3 | 4 |
| Cylinder Layout | Inline | Inline |
| Valves | Not Officially Disclosed | 16 |
| Valves per Cylinder | Not Officially Disclosed | 4 |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated | Turbocharged |
| Fuel System | Multi-Point Injection | Common Rail Direct Injection |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Bore | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Stroke | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Maximum Power | 49 kW @ 6000 rpm | 105 kW |
| Maximum Torque | 94 Nm @ 3500 rpm | 310 Nm |
| 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 | FWD | 4WD |
| Transmission | 4-Speed Automatic | 6-Speed Automatic |
| Top Speed | 148 km/h | 165 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 14.5 sec | 13.8 sec |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | Eco | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Launch Control | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rev Limiter | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 51.6 kW/tonne | 61 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 98.9 Nm/tonne | 180.2 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 |
In depth: how these cars differ
This Picanto Panel Van and Steed 6 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: Picanto Panel Van 22 vs Steed 6 49.
Efficiency index: Picanto Panel Van 63 vs Steed 6 37.
Safety-equipment index: Picanto Panel Van 68 vs Steed 6 60.
Practicality index: Picanto Panel Van 59 vs Steed 6 75.
Ownership-cover index: Picanto Panel Van 77 vs Steed 6 46.
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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Specification Evidence Index
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-index readout
Picanto Panel Van leads by 0 points
Picanto Panel Van and Steed 6 are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Evidence leader
55
/100
Lead
0
points
Data
92%
source coverage
55
#1
Evidence leader
Picanto Panel Van
92% source coverage
1 strong categories
Best at
Ownership 77
Check
Performance 22
Performance
22
Efficiency
63
Safety
68
Practicality
59
Ownership
77
Leads by 0 points
55
#2
Steed 6
91% source coverage
1 strong categories
Best at
Practicality 75
Check
Efficiency 37
Performance
49
Efficiency
37
Safety
60
Practicality
75
Ownership
46
Performance 24%
Safety 22%
Practicality 22%
Efficiency 17%
Ownership 15%
Category leaders
What moves the verdict
Performance
Steed 6 +27
Efficiency
Picanto Panel Van +26
Safety
Picanto Panel Van +8
Practicality
Steed 6 +16
Ownership
Picanto Panel Van +31
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Picanto Panel Van
Performance
22/100
Efficiency
63/100
Safety
68/100
Practicality
59/100
Ownership
77/100
Steed 6
Performance
49/100
Efficiency
37/100
Safety
60/100
Practicality
75/100
Ownership
46/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
KIA Picanto Panel Van
leads the specification evidence index with 55 pts
vs 55 pts for Steed 6
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Picanto Panel Van leads. However, Steed 6 may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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Picanto Panel Van vs Steed 6 questions
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.