Volkswagen Polo-Vivo vs Foton Tunland G7 Double Cab

A proper head-to-head in South Africa — compare price, performance, fuel economy or electric range, safety and the details that shape long-term ownership.

Volkswagen Polo-Vivo in South Africa

Volkswagen Polo-Vivo

1.0 TSI GT 81kW Manual Petrol 6-Speed Manual Current
ZAR 363,300 ex-showroom
⚡ 81 kW 🔧 200 Nm ⛽ 22.2 km/l
VS
Foton Tunland G7 Double Cab in South Africa

Foton Tunland G7 Double Cab

4x4 Limited Auto Diesel 8-Speed Automatic Current
ZAR 599,900 ex-showroom
⚡ 120 kW 🔧 390 Nm
+ Add a 3rd car

Decision summary

Volkswagen Polo-Vivo vs Foton Tunland G7 Double Cab: the short answer

Compare the available model information below. Hagalu has withheld a ranked verdict because the selected vehicles do not yet meet the minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold.

Polo-Vivo starts ZAR 128,000 cheaper Polo-Vivo from ZAR 271,900 · Tunland G7 Double Cab from ZAR 399,900

Five key differences

Exact selected derivatives
Specification Polo-Vivo Tunland G7 Double Cab
Maximum Power Polo-Vivo81 kW Tunland G7 Double Cab120 kW
Maximum Torque Polo-Vivo200 Nm Tunland G7 Double Cab390 Nm
Engine Size Polo-Vivo1000 cc Tunland G7 Double Cab2000 cc
Combined Fuel Economy Polo-Vivo22.2 km/l Tunland G7 Double CabNot Officially Disclosed
Ground Clearance Polo-Vivo143 mm Tunland G7 Double Cab210 mm

Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.

Independent editorial assessment

Hagalu editorial ratings

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Volkswagen Polo-Vivo

1.0 TSI GT 81kW Manual

Hagalu editorial rating Not yet rated

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How Hagalu rates cars

Foton Tunland G7 Double Cab

4x4 Limited Auto

Hagalu editorial rating
4.3/5

Desk research · Exact variant

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Full Specs, Side by Side

Spec Polo-Vivo Tunland G7 Double Cab
Model Introduced Year 2010 2024
Generation Long-running locally produced hatchback Current 5,340 mm Tunland G7 double cab with a 3,110 mm wheelbase and rear leaf springs.
Facelift History Periodic feature updates over years Current South African Tunland G7 Double Cab range, with no separate facelift identified.
Facelift Launched Since Original current-generation version Not Applicable
Facelift Version Ending Current Not Applicable
Body Style Hatchback Double-cab pickup
Color Note White, Black, Silver, Grey, Blue, Red -
Dealer Stock Note Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup -
Drivetrain Note 4x2 configuration for the local line-up -
Model Year Current 2026
Production Status published active
Segment Hatchback One-tonne double-cab bakkie
Tare Mass Kg 1108 kg -
Vehicle Type Hatchback Light commercial vehicle
Spec Polo-Vivo Tunland G7 Double Cab
Length 3972 mm 5340 mm
Width 1682 mm 1940 mm
Height 1462 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase 2470 mm 3110 mm
Ground Clearance (Default) 143 mm 210 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 l 76 l
Boot/Cargo Space 280 l Not Officially Disclosed
Kerb Weight 1108 kg 2000 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) 1570 kg 2980 kg
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) - Not Officially Disclosed
Payload Capacity - Not Officially Disclosed
Towing Capacity - 3000 kg
Number of Rows - 2 rows
Minimum Turning Radius - Not Officially Disclosed
Front Headroom - Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Headroom - Not Officially Disclosed
Front Legroom - Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Legroom - Not Officially Disclosed

In depth: how these cars differ

This Polo-Vivo and Tunland G7 Double Cab comparison brings together local model information and available derivatives for South Africa. Prices and specifications appear only where they have been recorded for this market.

Hagalu has withheld an overall score because at least one selected vehicle does not yet have four comparable categories and 50% weighted source coverage. Missing catalogue evidence is not replaced with a neutral score or a guessed value.

Use the key-spec and full-spec tables to compare the fields that are confirmed. For a purchase decision, verify current availability, exact derivative equipment, finance, insurance and ownership cover with the relevant manufacturer or authorised retailer.

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Fail closed

Score withheld: fewer than four comparable categories or less than 50% weighted source coverage for at least one vehicle.

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What the evidence means

No overall winner is declared because the selected vehicles do not yet meet Hagalu's minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold. Compare the confirmed rows and verify the exact derivative before buying.

Polo-Vivo vs Tunland G7 Double Cab 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.

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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.