Source type: Official OEM South Africa
KIA Picanto Panel Van vs Foton Truckmate
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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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
Foton Truckmate
Box Body
Petrol
5-Speed Manual
Current
ZAR 239,900
ex-showroom
⚡ 82 kW
🔧 142 Nm
⛽ 12.66 km/l
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Decision summary
KIA Picanto Panel Van vs Foton Truckmate: 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.
Truckmate starts ZAR 50,095 cheaper
Picanto Panel Van from ZAR 249,995 · Truckmate from ZAR 199,900
Five key differences
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| Specification | Picanto Panel Van | Truckmate |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | Picanto Panel Van49 kW @ 6000 rpm | Truckmate82 kW |
| Maximum Torque | Picanto Panel Van94 Nm @ 3500 rpm | Truckmate142 Nm |
| Engine Size | Picanto Panel Van998 cc | Truckmate1500 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | Picanto Panel Van16.4 km/l | Truckmate12.66 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | Picanto Panel Van155 mm | TruckmateNot Officially Disclosed |
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Source type: Foton South Africa official model page and derivative specification tables
Full Specs, Side by Side
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| Spec | Picanto Panel Van | Truckmate |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Position | Transverse Front-Mounted | - |
| Gearbox | 4-Speed Automatic | 5-Speed Manual |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Gears | 4 | 5 |
| Clutch Type | Torque Converter Automatic | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Paddle Shifters | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Final Drive Ratio | 4.286:1 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drivetrain Layout | Front Wheel Drive | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drivetrain | FWD — Front Wheel Drive | RWD |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | 2.8 | - |
| LSD Available | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Transfer Case | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Gear Shift Type | Floor-Mounted Selector | Manual |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Yes | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Gearbox Type | 4-Speed Automatic | Manual |
| Transmission Speeds | 4 | 5 |
| Axle Layout | FWD | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| 4WD Engagement | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| 4WD Hi Range | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| 4WD Lo Range | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Transfer Case Guard | Not Available | - |
| Low Range | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| 4WD Selector | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Differential Type Front | Not Available | - |
| Differential Type Rear | Not Available | - |
| Spec | Picanto Panel Van | Truckmate |
|---|---|---|
| Variable Valve Timing | CVVT on Intake Camshaft | - |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | 93 RON Unleaded | - |
| CO2 Emissions | 140 g/km | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Start Stop System | No | - |
| Noise Level | 68 dB | - |
| Hybrid System Type | Not Applicable | - |
| Particulate Filter | GPF Fitted | - |
| Euro Emission Standard | Euro 5 | - |
| Green NCAP Rating | Not Independently NCAP Green Rated | - |
| Idle CO2 Output | Within Euro 5 Emission Limits | - |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP) | - |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | 140 | - |
| Spec | Picanto Panel Van | Truckmate |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Oil Capacity | 3.2 l | - |
| Service Interval | 15,000 km or 12 Months — Whichever First | - |
| Approx Service Cost | Approx R2,500–R3,200 per Service | - |
| Battery Warranty | 12 Months KIA Battery Warranty | - |
| Maintenance Plan | Included — 3 Years/45 | - |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | 10,000 km or 6 Months | - |
| First Service At | 1,000 km Inspection and Safety Check | - |
| Service Plan Duration | 3 Years/45 | Service plans available |
| Service Plan Distance | 3 Years/45 | Service plans available |
| Service Plan | 3 Years/45 | Service plans available |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | Underbody Anti-Rust Protection | - |
| Alternator | 80A Alternator | - |
| Service Intervals | 15,000 km or 12 Months — Whichever First | - |
| Accessory Battery Type | 12V 45Ah Lead-Acid Battery | - |
| Spec | Picanto Panel Van | Truckmate |
|---|---|---|
| 4WD System Type | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Approach Angle | 17 deg | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Departure Angle | 22 deg | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Wading Depth | 0 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Terrain Modes | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Locking Differential | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Underbody Protection | Not Available | - |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | 0 deg | - |
| Ramp-over Angle | 0 deg | - |
| Recovery Hooks | 1 Rear Tow Hook | - |
| Ground Clearance Min | 155 mm | - |
| Ground Clearance Max | 155 mm | - |
| Off Road Descent Control | Not Available | - |
| Terrain Response System | Not Available | - |
| Crawl Control | Not Available | - |
| Underbody Camera | Not Available | - |
| Energy Recovery Display | Not Available | - |
| Terrain Mode Mud | Not Available | - |
| Terrain Mode Normal | Not Available | - |
| Terrain Mode Rock | Not Available | - |
| Terrain Mode Sand | Not Available | - |
| Terrain Mode Snow | Not Available | - |
| Off Road Traction Assist | Not Available | - |
| Skid Plates Transfer Case | Not Available | - |
| Skid Plates Fuel Tank | Not Available | - |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | Not Available | - |
| Rear Skid Plate Guard | Not Available | - |
| Approach Angle Deg | 17 deg | - |
| Departure Angle Deg | 22 deg | - |
| Wading Depth Mm | 0 mm | - |
| Breakover Angle | 0 deg | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Spec | Picanto Panel Van | Truckmate |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3595 mm | 4735 mm |
| Width | 1595 mm | 1695 mm |
| Height | 1480 mm | 2420 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2400 mm | 2400 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 155 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Kerb Weight | 950 kg | 1310 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 1400 kg | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Payload Capacity | 450 kg | 1100 kg |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 4.8 m | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Seating Capacity | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 620 l | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Front Legroom | 1040 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Front Headroom | 970 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 l | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | 151 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Towing Capacity | 0 kg | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Number of Rows | 1 rows | 1 rows |
| Rear Headroom | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rear Legroom | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Spec | Picanto Panel Van | Truckmate |
|---|---|---|
| Front Track Width | 1415 mm | - |
| Rear Track Width | 1420 mm | - |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring | Independent |
| Rear Suspension | Coupled Torsion Beam Axle with Coil Spring | Leaf spring |
| Chassis Type | Monocoque Unibody Steel Platform | - |
| Power Steering | Electric Power Assisted (EPAS) | - |
| Steering Column | Tilt and Telescopic Adjustable | - |
| Front Spring Type | Coil Spring | - |
| Rear Spring Type | Coil Spring | - |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | Standard Anti-Roll Bar | - |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | Standard Anti-Roll Bar | - |
| Shock Absorber Type | Telescopic Gas Dampers | - |
| Front Suspension Type | MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring | Independent |
| Suspension | MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring | - |
| Rear Suspension Type | Coupled Torsion Beam Axle with Coil Spring | Leaf spring |
| Rear Axle Type | Coupled Torsion Beam Axle with Coil Spring | - |
| Shock Absorbers | Telescopic Gas Dampers | - |
| Chassis Material | Monocoque Unibody Steel Platform | - |
| MagneRide Damping | Not Available | - |
| Spec | Picanto Panel Van | Truckmate |
|---|---|---|
| Boot Space Seats Folded | 620 l | - |
| Load Bed Length | 1485 mm | - |
| Load Bed Width | 1150 mm | - |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | 6.1 L/100km — WLTP Combined Cycle | - |
| Spare Wheel | Full Size Spare Tyre | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Tyre Repair Kit | No — Full Size Spare Provided | - |
| Adaptive Dampers | No | - |
| Hill Start Assist | Yes | - |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | Yes — Front | - |
| Speed Alert System | Yes | - |
| Surround View Monitor | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Digital Speedometer | Yes — Digital Speedometer Display | - |
| Driver Display | Semi-Digital Instrument Cluster with MID | - |
| Steering Mounted Controls | Yes | - |
| Multi Function Steering | Yes | - |
| Voice Command | Yes | - |
| Voice Command Support | Yes | - |
| Wireless Charging | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Seat Type | Cloth Fabric | - |
| Rear Seat Split | N/A Panel Van | - |
| Front Armrest | No | - |
| Headrest Adjustable | Yes | - |
| Climate Control | Manual Air Conditioning | Air conditioning |
| AC Type | Manual Air Conditioning | Air conditioning |
| Climate Zones | Single Zone | - |
| Power Windows | Yes — Front Windows Only | Yes |
| Keyless Entry | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Push Button Start | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Push Button Start | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Engine Start Stop Button | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | No | - |
| Remote Start | No | - |
| Remote Engine Start | No | - |
| Sunroof | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Panoramic Roof | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Electric Tailgate | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Powered Tailgate | No | - |
| Boot Opener | Yes — Electric Boot Release Button | - |
| Fuel Lid Opener | Yes — Remote Fuel Lid Opener | - |
| Automatic Headlamps | Yes | - |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | No | - |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | No | - |
| Rear Defogger | Yes | - |
| Rear Window Defroster | Yes | - |
| Electric Mirror Folding | No | - |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | Yes | - |
| Power Mirrors | Yes | - |
| Remote Side Mirror | Yes | - |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | Yes | - |
| Tachometer | Yes | - |
| Trip Computer | Yes | - |
| Speed Limiter | Yes | - |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | Yes | - |
| 12V Accessory Socket | Yes — 12V Front Accessory Socket | - |
| Front Power Outlet | Yes — 12V Socket | - |
| Rear Reading Lamps | Yes | - |
| Vanity Mirror | Yes | - |
| Door Ajar Warning | Yes | - |
| Impact Sensing Door Unlock | Yes | - |
| Engine Check Warning | Yes | - |
| Service Reminder | Yes | - |
| Rear Wing | No | - |
| Chrome Grille | No | - |
| Chrome Exterior Highlights | No | - |
| Side Steps | No | - |
| Skid Plates | No | - |
| Engine Start Stop | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Heads Up Display | No | - |
| Intercooler | Not Applicable — Naturally Aspirated Engine | - |
| Performance Data Logger | No | - |
| Ride Mode Selection | No | - |
| Rev Matching | No | - |
| Roof Antenna | Yes | - |
| Aero Kit | No | - |
| Exhaust Finish | Standard Single Outlet Chrome Tip | - |
| Exhaust Type | Single Exhaust System | - |
| Glovebox Cooling | No | - |
| Headlamp Height Adjust | Yes — Manual Headlamp Beam Adjustment | - |
| Headlamp Washer | No | - |
| Drag Coefficient | 0.32 Cd | - |
| Stabilizer Bar | Front and Rear Anti-Roll Bars | - |
| Steering Response | Electric Power Assisted Steering | - |
| Tail Lamps | No | - |
| Engine Warranty | 7 Years/150 | - |
| Loadbox Length Mm | 1485 mm | - |
| Loadbox Width Mm | 1150 mm | - |
| Trim Level | mid | - |
| Variant Role | Commercial utility derivative | - |
| Accelerator 0 100 | 14.5 sec | - |
| Common Rail Injection | Multi-Point Fuel Injection (MPFI) | - |
| Diff Lock | Not Available | - |
| Difflock | Not Available | - |
| Vdc | Yes | - |
| TPMS | Yes | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Sonar | No | - |
| Automatic High Beam | No | - |
| Steering Column Adjustment | Tilt and Telescopic | - |
| Tilt Steering | Tilt and Telescopic | - |
| Telescopic Steering | Tilt and Telescopic | - |
| Bottle Holders | 2 | - |
| Rear Air Conditioning | No | - |
| Glove Box | Yes | - |
| Air Conditioning | Manual Air Conditioning | Air conditioning |
| Manual Aircon | Manual Air Conditioning | - |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | No | - |
| Remote Central Locking | No | - |
| Passive Entry Start | No | - |
| Wireless Charger | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Lift Gate | No | - |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | No | - |
| Power Socket 12v | Yes — 12V Front Accessory Socket | - |
| Sound System | 6 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | No | - |
| Mirror | Power Adjustable with Integrated Turn Indicators | - |
| Rim Size | 14 Inches | 14-inch wheels |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | Standard Anti-Roll Bar | - |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | Standard Anti-Roll Bar | - |
| Sub Frame | Monocoque Unibody Steel Platform | - |
| Vehicle To Grid | Not Available | - |
| Vehicle To Load | Not Available | - |
| One Pedal Driving | Not Available | - |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | Not Available | - |
| Rear Electric Motor | Not Available | - |
| Battery Preconditioning | Not Available | - |
| Source Model Column | picanto-panel-van | - |
| Intelligent Battery System | Not Available | - |
| Front Diff Lock | Not Available | - |
| Rear Diff Lock | Not Available | - |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | Not Available | - |
| Load Bed Cover | Not Available | - |
| Load Bed Light | Not Available | - |
| Load Bed Steps | Not Available | - |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | Not Available | - |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | Not Available | - |
| Bed Extender | Not Available | - |
| Canopy Fitment | Not Available | - |
| Sports Bar | Not Available | - |
| Tailgate Damper | Not Available | - |
| Tailgate Lock | Not Available | - |
| Tow Bar Type | Not Available | - |
| Sport Plus Mode | Not Available | - |
| Unlocking | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Walk Away Lock | No | - |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | No | - |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | No | - |
| Front Wiper | Yes — Standard Rear Wiper and Washer | - |
| Front Wipers Type | Yes — Standard Rear Wiper and Washer | - |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | No | - |
| Vanity Mirror Illuminated | Yes | - |
| Reading Lights Rear | Yes | - |
| Centre Console | No | - |
| Side Impact Bars | Yes | - |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | 620 l | - |
| Spec | Picanto Panel Van | Truckmate |
|---|---|---|
| Front Shoulder Room | 1355 mm | - |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 0 mm | - |
| Steering Adjustment | Tilt and Telescopic | - |
| Steering Type | Electric Power Assisted (EPAS) | - |
| Instrument Cluster Type | Semi-Digital Instrument Cluster | - |
| Rear USB Ports | 0 | - |
| Seat Material | Cloth | Fabric |
| Fabric Seats | Yes | - |
| Leather Seats | No | - |
| Seat Adjustment | Manual 6-Way Driver Seat Adjustment | - |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | 6-Way Manual Adjustment | Manual fore/aft and backrest |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | Yes | - |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | 4-Way Manual Adjustment | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Adjustable Front Seat | Yes | - |
| Memory Seats | No | - |
| Heated Seats | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Ventilated Seats | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Cooled Seats | No | - |
| Driver Lumbar Support | No | - |
| Steering Wheel Material | Urethane | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Ambient Lighting | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Folding Rear Seats | Not Applicable — Panel Van | - |
| 60 40 Split Seat | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Front Armrest | No | - |
| Rear Armrest | No | - |
| Cup Holders | 2 | - |
| Rear AC Vents | No | - |
| Door Map Pockets | Yes | - |
| Front Headrest | Yes — Adjustable | - |
| Rear Headrest | Not Applicable | - |
| Interior Colour Options | 2 | - |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | 2-seat cab with sealed cargo bulkhead, air conditioning, electric windows, basic audio system, flat commercial load floor | - |
| Boot Space Seats Down | 620 | - |
| Seat Belt Warning | Yes | - |
| Seat Trim | Cloth | Fabric |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | Cloth | - |
| Driver Seat | Manual 6-Way Driver Seat Adjustment | - |
| Seat Fold Type | Not Applicable — Panel Van | - |
| Armrest Front | No | - |
| Armrest Rear | No | - |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | No | - |
| Interior Colours | 2 | - |
| Interior Trim Colour | 2 | - |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | No | - |
| Spec | Picanto Panel Van | Truckmate |
|---|---|---|
| Front Overhang | 735 mm | - |
| Rear Overhang | 460 mm | - |
| Panoramic Sunroof | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Body Type | 3-Door Panel Van | - |
| LED Headlamps | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Led Headlights | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Daytime Running Lamps | Yes — LED Daytime Running Lights | Not Officially Disclosed |
| DRL | Yes — LED Daytime Running Lights | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fog Lamps | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fog Lights | No | - |
| Front Fog Lights | No | - |
| Rear Fog Lights | Yes | - |
| Led Taillights | No | - |
| Roof Rails | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Alloy Wheel Design | Standard Design | - |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | No | - |
| Body Cladding | No | - |
| Rear Spoiler | Yes — Rear Integrated Spoiler | - |
| Exterior Colour Options | 5 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Roof Type | Standard Fixed Roof | - |
| Wing Mirror Type | Power Adjustable with Integrated Turn Indicators | - |
| Rear Wiper | Yes — Standard Rear Wiper and Washer | - |
| Door Handle Finish | Body-Coloured Door Handles | - |
| Exterior Colour Options | 2 | - |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | Yes | - |
| Auto Headlights | Yes | - |
| Automatic Headlamps | Yes | - |
| Headlamps | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Headlights | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Headlight Type | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | No | - |
| Headlamp Levelling | No | - |
| Daytime Running Lights | Yes — LED Daytime Running Lights | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Front Fog Lamps | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rear Spoiler | Yes — Rear Integrated Spoiler | - |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | Body-Coloured Door Handles | - |
| Load Bed Liner | Not Available | - |
| Active Exhaust | Not Available | - |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | Not Available | - |
| Sunroof Slide | Not Available | - |
| Sunroof Tilt | Not Available | - |
| Spec | Picanto Panel Van | Truckmate |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 l | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Claimed Mileage | 16.4 km/l | 12.66 km/l |
| City Mileage | 13.5 km/l | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Highway Mileage | 20.4 km/l | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Real-world Mileage | 16.4 km/l | 12.66 km/l |
| Distance To Empty | Yes | - |
| Low Fuel Warning | Yes | - |
| Emission Standard | Euro 5 | Euro 2 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Auto Start Stop | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 35 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Electric Consumption | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Combined Driving Range | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Range Real World Highway | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Range Real World Mixed | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Spec | Picanto Panel Van | Truckmate |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | 6.9 l/100km | - |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | 8.4 l/100km | - |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | 4.5 l/100km | - |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | 5.3 l/100km | - |
| Owner Review Count | 0 | - |
| Spec | Picanto Panel Van | Truckmate |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 175/65 R14 | 175R14 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless Radial | - |
| Wheel Type | Standard Design | - |
| Wheel Rim Size | 14 Inches | 14-inch wheels |
| Wheel Diameter | 14 Inches | 14-inch wheels |
| Front Tyre Width | 175 mm | - |
| Rear Tyre Width | 175 mm | - |
| Front Brake Type | Ventilated Disc | Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Drum | Drum |
| Brake Type Front | Ventilated Disc | - |
| Brake Type Rear | Drum | - |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | 247 mm | - |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | 180 mm | - |
| Parking Brake Type | Conventional Handbrake | - |
| Tyre Load Index | 82 | - |
| Tyre Speed Rating | T | - |
| Spare Wheel Type | Full Size Spare Tyre | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size Spare Tyre | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Yes | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Tyre Pressure Display | Yes | - |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | Yes | - |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | No | - |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Yes | - |
| Wheel Material | Standard Design | - |
| Wheels | Standard Design | - |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | Full Size Spare | - |
| Handbrake Type | Conventional Handbrake | Manual |
| Electric Park Brake | Conventional Handbrake | - |
| Wheel Size Type | 14 Inches | - |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | Not Available | - |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | No | - |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | Yes | - |
| Leather Steering Wheel | Urethane | - |
| Steering Wheel Trim | Urethane | - |
| Brakes | Ventilated Disc | - |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | Yes | - |
| Cornering Brake Control | Yes | - |
| Auto Brake Hold | Conventional Handbrake | - |
| Spec | Picanto Panel Van | Truckmate |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 6 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Driver Airbag | Yes | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Passenger Airbag | Yes | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Side Airbags | Yes — Front Side Airbags | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Curtain Airbags | Yes — Full Length Curtain Airbags | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Knee Airbag | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Control | Yes | Not Officially Disclosed |
| TCS | Yes | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Traction Control | Yes | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Hill Start Assist | Yes | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Not Officially Disclosed |
| BA | Yes | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Brake Override System | Yes | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Child Safety Lock | Yes | Not Officially Disclosed |
| ISOFIX Mounts | Yes | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Yes | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Alarm System | Yes | - |
| Central Locking | Yes | - |
| Side Impact Beams | Yes | - |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Yes | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Yes — Front Seatbelt Pre-tensioners | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Yes | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Speed Alert System | Yes | - |
| Safety Rating | 3 Stars (Euro NCAP 2017 Assessment) | - |
| Whiplash Protection | Yes — Active Head Restraints Front | - |
| Hill Hold | Yes | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Stability Control | Yes | Not Officially Disclosed |
| AEB | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | No | - |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | No | - |
| Lane Change Warning | No | - |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fatigue Detection | No | - |
| Front Parking Sensors | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| ABS EBD | Yes | Yes |
| ESC With Traction Control | Yes | - |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | 6 | - |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | 6 | - |
| Anti Theft Alarm | Yes | - |
| Spec | Picanto Panel Van | Truckmate |
|---|---|---|
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Lane Keep Assist | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Lane Departure Warning | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Cruise Control | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Auto Highbeam | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Parking Sensors | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rear Parking Sensors | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rear View Camera | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Reverse Camera | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| 360 Degree Camera | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Park Assist | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Auto Lights | Yes | - |
| Auto Wipers | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Eco Mode | Yes | - |
| Sport Mode | No | - |
| EV Mode | Not Applicable — Petrol Engine | - |
| Blind Spot Warning | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Emergency Braking | No | - |
| Pre-Collision System | No | - |
| Rear View Camera | No | - |
| Reversing Camera | No | - |
| Reverse Camera Type | No | - |
| Around View Monitor | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Surround View Camera | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Parking Distance Sensors | No | - |
| Parking Sensor | No | - |
| Front Camera | No | - |
| Automatic High Beam | No | - |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | No | - |
| Forward Collision Warning | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Spec | Picanto Panel Van | Truckmate |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | 8-Inch Touchscreen Infotainment System | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Infotainment Screen | 8-Inch Touchscreen | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Infotainment Display | 8-Inch Touchscreen Display | - |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 8-Inch Touchscreen | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Apple CarPlay | Yes | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Yes | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Android Auto | Yes | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Yes | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Navigation System | Yes — Smartphone Navigation via Android Auto/CarPlay | - |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | Yes — Partial Digital Instrument Cluster | Not Officially Disclosed |
| USB Ports | 2 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rear Usb | No | - |
| Number of Speakers | 6 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Premium Audio | No | - |
| FM Radio | Yes | - |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Yes | - |
| Audio Controls On Steering | Yes | - |
| Voice Recognition | Yes | - |
| AUX Input | Yes | - |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | No | - |
| Head Up Display | No | - |
| Multi Information Display | Semi-Digital Instrument Cluster | - |
| Display Audio | 8-Inch Touchscreen Infotainment System | - |
| Touchscreen | 8-Inch Touchscreen | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Smartphone Connectivity | Yes | - |
| Connected Services | Yes | - |
| Audio Speakers | 6 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | 2 | - |
| Voice Control | Yes | - |
| Radio | Yes | - |
| Audio | Yes | - |
| Audio System | Yes | - |
| Wireless Android Auto | Yes | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Spec | Picanto Panel Van | Truckmate |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty Years | 7 Years/150 | 5 years / 150,000 km; roadside assistance 5 years |
| Warranty Kilometers | 7 Years/150 | 5 years / 150,000 km; roadside assistance 5 years |
| Roadside Assistance | 5 Years Roadside Assistance | - |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | 5 Years | - |
| Basic Warranty | 7 Years/150 | 5 years / 150,000 km; roadside assistance 5 years |
| Roadside Assistance | 5 Years Roadside Assistance | - |
| Warranty | 7 Years/150 | 5 years / 150,000 km; roadside assistance 5 years |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | 5 Years Roadside Assistance | - |
| Spec | Picanto Panel Van | Truckmate |
|---|---|---|
| Body Style | Van | Light truck |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Segment | Van | Compact business truck |
| Vehicle Type | Van | Light commercial vehicle |
| Dealer Stock Note | Mid grade in the South Africa lineup | - |
| Color Note | Clear White, Aurora Black Pearl | - |
| Tare Mass Kg | 950 kg | - |
| Model Introduced Year | 2018 | 2025 |
| Generation | Based on third-generation JA Picanto platform; commercial derivative | Compact single-row cab platform with a 2,400 mm wheelbase and dropside or box-body factory configurations. |
| Facelift History | Updated with third-generation Picanto platform in 2021 | Current South African Truckmate range, with no separate facelift identified. |
| Facelift Launched Since | 2021 | Not Applicable |
| Facelift Version Ending | Current | Not Applicable |
| Production Status | active | active |
| Spec | Picanto Panel Van | Truckmate |
|---|---|---|
| Price Zar | 269995 ZAR | 239900 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Current listed price | Current South African retail price |
| Starting Price | 269995 | 239900 |
| Starting Price Zar | 269995 | 239900 |
| Ownership Role | Mid | Current South African derivative |
| Spec | Picanto Panel Van | Truckmate |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol | 1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol |
| Engine Code | G3LA | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 998 cc | 1500 cc |
| Cylinders | 3 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Cylinder Layout | Inline | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Valves | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Valves per Cylinder | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated | Naturally Aspirated |
| Fuel System | Multi-Point Injection | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Bore | 71 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Stroke | 84 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Maximum Power | 49 kW @ 6000 rpm | 82 kW |
| Maximum Torque | 94 Nm @ 3500 rpm | 142 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 | RWD |
| Transmission | 4-Speed Automatic | 5-Speed Manual |
| Top Speed | 148 km/h | 140 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 14.5 sec | Not Officially Disclosed |
| 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 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 98.9 Nm/tonne | Not Officially Disclosed |
| 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 Truckmate 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.
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Picanto Panel Van vs Truckmate questions
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