Mahindra S6 Mining vs Foton Tunland G7 Single Cab

A proper head-to-head in South Africa — we cover price, performance, petrol economy, safety and what it'll actually cost you to own each one long term.

Mahindra S6 Mining in South Africa

Mahindra S6 Mining

S6 Mining DC 4WD Diesel Current
ZAR 571,249 ex-showroom
⚡ 103 kW 🔧 320 Nm ⛽ 12.7 km/l
VS
Foton Tunland G7 Single Cab in South Africa

Foton Tunland G7 Single Cab

4x2 Hi-Rider Manual Diesel 6-Speed Manual Current
ZAR 329,900 ex-showroom
⚡ 120 kW 🔧 390 Nm
Add a 3rd car

Decision summary

Mahindra S6 Mining vs Foton Tunland G7 Single Cab: the short answer

The verified specification tables are ready to compare, but Hagalu has withheld a ranked verdict because the selected vehicles do not yet meet the minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold.

Tunland G7 Single Cab starts ZAR 148,749 cheaper S6 Mining from ZAR 478,649 · Tunland G7 Single Cab from ZAR 329,900

Five key differences

Exact selected derivatives
Specification S6 Mining Tunland G7 Single Cab
Maximum Power S6 Mining103 kW @ 3750 rpm Tunland G7 Single Cab120 kW
Maximum Torque S6 Mining320 Nm Tunland G7 Single Cab390 Nm
Engine Size S6 Mining2179 cc Tunland G7 Single Cab2000 cc
Combined Fuel Economy S6 Mining12.7 km/l Tunland G7 Single CabNot Officially Disclosed
Ground Clearance S6 Mining210 mm Tunland G7 Single Cab210 mm

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

Full Specs, Side by Side

Spec S6 Mining Tunland G7 Single Cab
Model Introduced Year Not Available 2024
Generation Current local listing Current 5,340 mm Tunland G7 single cab on a 3,110 mm wheelbase with rear leaf springs.
Facelift History Not listed by current South African source page. Current South African Tunland G7 Single Cab range, with no separate facelift identified.
Facelift Launched Since Original current-generation version Not Applicable
Facelift Version Ending Current Not Applicable
Body Style Pickup Single-cab pickup
Model Year Current 2026
Production Status Active active
Segment Pickup One-tonne single-cab bakkie
Tare Mass Kg 2155 kg -
Vehicle Type Pickup Light commercial vehicle
Spec S6 Mining Tunland G7 Single Cab
Ground Clearance (Default) 210 mm 210 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 l 76 l
Kerb Weight 2155 kg 1800 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) 3150 kg 2980 kg
Seating Capacity 5 seats 2 seats
Length - 5340 mm
Width - 1940 mm
Height - 1870 mm
Wheelbase - 3110 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) - Not Officially Disclosed
Boot/Cargo Space - Not Officially Disclosed
Payload Capacity - Not Officially Disclosed
Towing Capacity - 3000 kg
Number of Rows - 1 rows
Doors - 2 doors
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 S6 Mining and Tunland G7 Single Cab comparison keeps the exact South African derivatives, lifecycle states, available prices and verified specifications side by side.

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.

Specification Index Withheld

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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.

Use the verified key-spec and full-spec tables on this page. A ranked index will appear only after every selected vehicle has source-backed data in at least four categories and reaches 50% weighted coverage.

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.

S6 Mining vs Tunland G7 Single Cab questions

There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the exact South African derivatives 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.