Foton Tunland G7 Double Cab vs Foton Tunland V7 Double 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.

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
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Foton Tunland V7 Double Cab in South Africa

Foton Tunland V7 Double Cab

VLX 4x2 Diesel Mild Hybrid 8-Speed Automatic Current
ZAR 689,900 ex-showroom
⚡ 120 kW 🔧 450 Nm ⛽ 11.11 km/l
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Decision summary

Foton Tunland G7 Double Cab vs Foton Tunland V7 Double 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 Double Cab starts ZAR 290,000 cheaper Tunland G7 Double Cab from ZAR 399,900 · Tunland V7 Double Cab from ZAR 689,900

Five key differences

Exact selected derivatives
Specification Tunland G7 Double Cab Tunland V7 Double Cab
Maximum Power Tunland G7 Double Cab120 kW Tunland V7 Double Cab120 kW @ 3600 rpm
Maximum Torque Tunland G7 Double Cab390 Nm Tunland V7 Double Cab450 Nm
Engine Size Tunland G7 Double Cab2000 cc Tunland V7 Double Cab2000 cc
Combined Fuel Economy Tunland G7 Double CabNot Officially Disclosed Tunland V7 Double Cab11.11 km/l
Ground Clearance Tunland G7 Double Cab210 mm Tunland V7 Double Cab240 mm

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

Full Specs, Side by Side

Spec Tunland G7 Double Cab Tunland V7 Double Cab
Model Introduced Year 2024 2025
Generation Current 5,340 mm Tunland G7 double cab with a 3,110 mm wheelbase and rear leaf springs. The current South African V7 is a 5,617 mm double cab with a 3,355 mm wheelbase and rear leaf springs.
Facelift History Current South African Tunland G7 Double Cab range, with no separate facelift identified. Current South African Tunland V7 range, with no separate facelift identified.
Facelift Launched Since Not Applicable Not Applicable
Facelift Version Ending Not Applicable Not Applicable
Body Style Double-cab pickup Double-cab pickup
Model Year 2026 2026
Production Status active active
Segment One-tonne double-cab bakkie Full-size double-cab bakkie
Vehicle Type Light commercial vehicle Light commercial vehicle
Spec Tunland G7 Double Cab Tunland V7 Double Cab
Length 5340 mm 5617 mm
Width 1940 mm 2000 mm
Height 1870 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase 3110 mm 3355 mm
Ground Clearance (Default) 210 mm 240 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) Not Officially Disclosed Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 l 76 l
Boot/Cargo Space Not Officially Disclosed Not Officially Disclosed
Kerb Weight 2000 kg 2160 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) 2980 kg 3030 kg
Payload Capacity Not Officially Disclosed Not Officially Disclosed
Towing Capacity 3000 kg 3500 kg
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Rows 2 rows 2 rows
Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Minimum Turning Radius Not Officially Disclosed Not Officially Disclosed
Front Headroom Not Officially Disclosed Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Headroom Not Officially Disclosed Not Officially Disclosed
Front Legroom Not Officially Disclosed Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Legroom Not Officially Disclosed Not Officially Disclosed

In depth: how these cars differ

This Tunland G7 Double Cab and Tunland V7 Double Cab comparison keeps the exact South African derivatives, lifecycle states, available prices and verified specifications side by side.

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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.

Tunland G7 Double Cab vs Tunland V7 Double 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.

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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.