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Dongfeng 007 E1 530

Price in South Africa, real specs & electric range — 2026

Model year 2026 Generation Current South African 007 generation Current version Original current-generation version Body style Sedan
007 E1 530 is the official R799,000 entry fastback, combining a 58.4 kWh battery, 160 kW rear motor, 310 Nm and a 530 km CLTC range claim.
ZAR 799,000
On-road in
ZAR 818,239
What makes up this price?
Vehicle price (ex-showroom)
ZAR 799,000
Registration allowance
ZAR 4,400
Licensing allowance
ZAR 1,700
Inspection / roadworthy allowance
ZAR 1,150
Dealer handling / delivery
ZAR 3,200
Insurance
ZAR 8,789
Other fees
ZAR 0
Ex-showroom ZAR 799,000
Estimated finance from ZAR 14,075/month Ex-showroom basis · approx. 20% deposit · 11.5% p.a. · 60 months · no balloon
Torque:310Nm (229 lb-ft) Ground Clearance:150mm (5.9″) Power:160kW (215 bhp) Electric Range:530km Battery:58.4kWh Boot452L (16.0 cu ft)

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On-road pricing varies by dealer. Range and charging figures are manufacturer test claims; weather, speed, traffic, charger output, battery temperature and driving style affect real results.

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Estimate monthly vehicle finance for the Dongfeng 007 E1 530 in South Africa. The default illustration uses the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest over 60 months and no balloon payment.

Estimated monthly instalment
ZAR 14,075
Total Interest
ZAR 204,516
Total Payable
ZAR 844,516
Principal Interest

* Illustrative estimate based on the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest, 60 months and no balloon payment. Excludes initiation fees, monthly service fees, credit-life insurance and vehicle insurance. Your lender quotation may differ.

Vehicle specifications and buying guidance • Hagalu

Dongfeng 007 E1 530

007 E1 530 is the official R799,000 entry fastback, combining a 58.4 kWh battery, 160 kW rear motor, 310 Nm and a 530 km CLTC range claim.

007 E1 530 is the logical gateway into Dongfeng’s large electric fastback. It carries the official R799,000 starting price, a 58.4 kWh battery, 160 kW, 310 Nm, rear-wheel drive and a 530 km CLTC range claim. Those figures make it a more substantial proposition than its entry status suggests. It is not a short-range city variant; it is a rear-drive electric sedan for a buyer who wants the 007’s 4,880 mm body and 2,915 mm wheelbase without jumping immediately to the largest battery or dual-motor flagship. The rear-drive layout gives E1 530 a distinct identity. It should feel balanced and calm in normal driving, while 160 kW is more than enough for routine overtaking and freeway merging. The local material lists a 235/50 R18 tyre size and 18-inch wheels, which may offer a more forgiving road-cost balance than the 19-inch alternatives higher in the range. The key practical caveat is the size: it is a long fastback. Measure the garage, office parking bay and driveway turn before letting an attractive range figure make that decision invisible. A claimed 530 km on the CLTC cycle sets a useful planning baseline, but a 4.88-metre sedan will often be used for longer drives where speed and load are high. Battery consumption will reflect terrain, wind, climate control and the driver’s pace. The 58.4 kWh capacity makes E1 530 the least energy-dense 007, yet the official range claim remains serious. It can suit an owner whose routine includes commuter mileage and occasional planned inter-city travel, especially if home or workplace charging is already available. The fact that the official price is transparent is a strength. It allows a clean comparison against E1 620 and E2 540 without having to infer the starting point. A buyer should still price insurance, tyres and charging installation alongside the cash figure. The 007 has a premium footprint, and its total ownership cost will not be defined by electricity alone. E1 530 is likely to be the best 007 for a shopper who likes the car’s long-wheelbase fastback design but does not need 400 kW performance or the longest available quoted range. It gives the full body, rear-wheel-drive electric character and official 530 km CLTC reference at a known price. Its omission is not ordinary capability; it is the extra range of E1 620 and the intense acceleration of E2 540. For many drivers, that is a disciplined omission.

Dongfeng 007 — Quick Facts

Dongfeng 007 Variants & Prices

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Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
007 E1 530 Base Electric 530 km (CLTC) Electric range530 km (CLTC) Single-Speed Reduction Gear ZAR 799,000
007 E1 620 Mid Electric 620 km (CLTC) Electric range620 km (CLTC) Single-Speed Reduction Gear ZAR 859,000
007 E2 540 Top Electric 540 km (CLTC) Electric range540 km (CLTC) Single-Speed Reduction Gear ZAR 929,000
Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
007 E1 530 Base Electric 530 km (CLTC) Electric range530 km (CLTC) Single-Speed Reduction Gear ZAR 799,000
007 E1 620 Mid Electric 620 km (CLTC) Electric range620 km (CLTC) Single-Speed Reduction Gear ZAR 859,000
007 E2 540 Top Electric 540 km (CLTC) Electric range540 km (CLTC) Single-Speed Reduction Gear ZAR 929,000
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Dongfeng 007 Specifications

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Model Introduced Year
2026
Body Style
Sedan
Generation
Current South African 007 generation
Model Year
2026
Production Status
active
Segment
Electric Fastback Sedan
Vehicle Type
Passenger Vehicle
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Facelift Launched Since
Original current-generation version
Facelift History
Current South African launch version; no local facelift announced
Length
4880 mm
Width
1895 mm
Height
1460 mm
Wheelbase
2915 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
150 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
135 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
0 l
Boot/Cargo Space
452 l
Kerb Weight
500 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
500 kg
Payload Capacity
500 kg
Towing Capacity
1500 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
Doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
5.8 m
Front Headroom
990 mm
Rear Headroom
945 mm
Front Legroom
1060 mm
Rear Legroom
930 mm
Engine
Single-motor battery-electric powertrain
Engine Code
Not Applicable
Fuel Type
Electric
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
Not Applicable
Cylinders
Not Applicable
Cylinder Layout
Not Applicable
Valves
Not Applicable
Valves per Cylinder
Not Applicable
Aspiration
Not Applicable
Fuel System
Not Applicable
Compression Ratio
Not Applicable
Bore
Not Applicable
Stroke
Not Applicable
Maximum Power
160 kW
Maximum Torque
310 Nm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor
Number of Motors
1
Motor Location
Rear Axle
Drive Type
RWD
Transmission
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
Top Speed
1 km/h
0-100 km/h
7.5 sec
Quarter Mile
15.7 sec
Drive Modes
ECO, COMFORT, SPORT
Launch Control
No
Rev Limiter
Not Applicable
Power-to-Weight Ratio
1 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
1 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
58.4 kWh
Usable Battery Capacity
58.4 kWh
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
Battery Voltage
800 V
Electric Range
530 km (CLTC)
AC Charging Power
11 kW
DC Charging Power
200 kW
AC Charging Time
Not Officially Disclosed
DC Charging Time
Not Officially Disclosed
Regenerative Braking
Yes
LSD Available
Not Applicable
Gearbox
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
Drivetrain Layout
Rear motor, rear-wheel drive
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
No
Transmission Speeds
1
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Axle Layout
Rear Axle
Low Range
Not Applicable
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
No
Final Drive Ratio
Standard
Number of Gears
1
Transmission Type
Automatic
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
4WD Engagement
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Type
Electronic selector
Gear Shift Indicator
Standard
Range Real World Mixed
450 km
Electric Consumption
11.9 kWh/100 km (CLTC)
Charging Type
AC and DC
Charging Port Type
CCS2
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
390 km
Real-world Mileage
1 km/l
Fuel Tank Litres
0
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Emission Standard
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Highway Mileage
Not Applicable
City Mileage
Not Applicable
Claimed Mileage
Not Applicable
Brake Assist
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Standard
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Hill Descent Control
No
Traction Control
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
ABS
Standard
Airbags
8
Engine Immobiliser
Not Applicable
ABS EBD
Standard
BA
Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Standard
Front Parking Sensors
Standard
TCS
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Side Airbags
Yes
Seatbelt Reminder
Standard
Brake Override System
Yes
Curtain Airbags
Yes
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Yes
Knee Airbag
Standard
Passenger Airbag
Standard
Hill Hold
Standard
AEB
Yes
Driver Airbag
Standard
EBD
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Standard
Park Assist
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
Lane Keep Assist
Yes
Lane Departure Warning
Yes
Blind Spot Monitoring
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Yes
Parking Sensors
Standard
Rear View Camera
Standard
360 Degree Camera
Standard
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Yes
Driver Fatigue Alert
Yes
Traffic Sign Recognition
Yes
Auto Highbeam
Yes
Auto Wipers
Yes
Rear Parking Sensors
Standard
Reverse Camera
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
Around View Monitor
Standard
Blind Spot Warning
Yes
Forward Collision Warning
Yes
Ambient Lighting
Standard
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Standard
60 40 Split Seat
Standard
Driver Seat Adjustment
Standard
Seat Trim
Standard
Steering Wheel Material
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Ventilated Seats
Standard
Seat Material
Nappa Leather
Keyless Entry
Standard
Climate Control
Standard
Power Windows
Standard
Push Button Start
Standard
Wireless Charging
Yes
Sunroof
Panoramic
Electric Tailgate
Yes
Rain Sensing Wipers
Yes
AC Type
Automatic climate control
Android Auto
Yes
Touchscreen
Standard
USB Ports
4
Infotainment System
Standard
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Number of Speakers
23
Apple CarPlay
Yes
Infotainment Screen
15.6
Digital Instrument Cluster
Standard
Roof Rails
Not Applicable
Exterior Colour Options
White
Fog Lamps
No
Headlights
LED
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
LED Headlamps
Yes
Panoramic Sunroof
Standard
Terrain Modes
Not Applicable
Wading Depth
300 mm
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Breakover Angle
12 deg
Approach Angle
14 deg
Departure Angle
17 deg
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Front Brake Type
Disc
Handbrake Type
Electronic Parking Brake
Tyre Size
235/50 R18
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Spare Wheel Type
Tyre Repair Kit
Wheel Rim Size
18
Rear Suspension
Multi-link
Front Suspension
Double Wishbone
Service Plan
8 years / 120000 km service plan
Warranty
5 years / 150000 km vehicle warranty; 10 years / unlimited km battery warranty for first owner, then 8 years / 200000 km
CO2 Emissions
1 g/km
Pricing Role
Current South African cash price
Price Zar
799000 ZAR
Ownership Role
Dongfeng South Africa passenger EV ownership package
Starting Price
799000
Starting Price Zar
799000

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Market
South Africa
Brand
Dongfeng
Brand Slug
dongfeng
Country
South Africa
Country Slug
south-africa
Make
Dongfeng
Model
007
OEM URL
https://www.dongfengsa.co.za/models/007
Source Name
Dongfeng South Africa
Source Page URL
https://www.dongfengsa.co.za/models/007
Source URL
https://www.dongfengsa.co.za/models/007
Variant
007 E1 530
Fuel Economy Combined
Not Applicable
Fuel Efficiency
Not Applicable
Combined Consumption L 100km
Not Applicable
Combined Consumption
Not Applicable
Claimed Fuel Consumption
Not Applicable
Average Fuel Consumption
Not Applicable
Price Source
Dongfeng South Africa official model page verified 2026-09-30
Driving fit

Where the Dongfeng 007 Fits Best

A practical view of the buyer and roads this model is best suited to.

Who buys this

E1 530 suits a buyer who wants a large, low electric sedan and a transparent official starting price. It is for someone who appreciates rear-wheel-drive character and 18-inch running gear but does not need the 620 km claim of E1 620 or the 400 kW performance of E2.

City
The 007 E1 530 can be a refined commuter, but it asks for parking discipline. At 4,880 mm long it needs a real test in the places it will live, not an empty dealership forecourt. Check ingress, rear visibility, ramp angle and whether the 18-inch tyres take the rough roads well. The electric drivetrain is ideally suited to stop-start work; the question is whether the owner wants a long fastback for urban errands or sees it as a comfortable car that will also handle workday miles.
Highway
E1 530 is the right 007 to test on a normal weekend route. Its 530 km CLTC range claim is attractive, but highway energy use will change with speed, passengers and weather. Plan a charge early enough to keep an alternative in reserve. The 160 kW, 310 Nm rear-drive layout is likely to feel relaxed at legal speeds without the running-cost implications of a 400 kW flagship. Get the exact local connector, charging-rate information and charging hardware in writing before relying on a specific stop duration.
Off-Road
This is a low fastback sedan and should be driven accordingly. It has no documented low-range transmission, underbody protection package, wading depth or terrain system. Rear-wheel drive is a road-character choice, not a requirement to take it off the paved route. On maintained gravel, speed and tyre care are more important than a badge; on rough terrain, choose a purpose-built vehicle.

Dongfeng 007 E1 530 — Should You Buy It?

The accessible 007: full fastback presence, rear-wheel drive and a serious official range claim at a known price.

E1 530 gives the 007 range a sound foundation. Its official R799,000 price, 160 kW rear motor, 58.4 kWh battery and 530 km CLTC claim create a coherent long-range electric-sedan proposition. It should be the starting point for a buyer who wants the body and rear-drive experience but can live without the longest range or highest power.

What's Good
  • ✓Official R799,000 price
  • ✓530 km CLTC range claim
  • ✓160 kW rear motor
  • ✓310 Nm
  • ✓Rear-wheel drive
  • ✓58.4 kWh battery
  • ✓18-inch wheels
  • ✓Five-door fastback body
  • ✓Long 2,915 mm wheelbase
Watch Out For
  • ✕4,880 mm body needs parking-space check
  • ✕CLTC claim is not a guaranteed freeway result
  • ✕Battery is smaller than E1 620 and E2
  • ✕Detailed local charging rates remain unpublished
  • ✕No stated 0-100 km/h figure
  • ✕Not intended for off-road use
  • ✕Ground clearance not stated locally
  • ✕White is the only colour shown locally
  • ✕Tyre and insurance cost need a premium-car budget

Dongfeng 007 FAQs

The current recommended retail price listed for the Dongfeng 007 E1 530 is R799,000. This is the vehicle price before finance interest, insurance, registration and any dealer-added options.

The current south african range comprises 007 E1 530, 007 E1 620, 007 E2 540. Prices and equipment are shown by derivative so buyers can compare the actual local range rather than specifications from another market.

The listed ground clearance for the Dongfeng 007 E1 530 is 150 mm. Use that number as a practical comparison point against similar cars, especially if you regularly deal with steep driveways, gravel roads or uneven parking areas.

E1 530 suits a buyer who wants a large, low electric sedan and a transparent official starting price. It is for someone who appreciates rear-wheel-drive character and 18-inch running gear but does not need the 620 km claim of E1 620 or the 400 kW performance of E2.

The 007 E1 530 can be a refined commuter, but it asks for parking discipline. At 4,880 mm long it needs a real test in the places it will live, not an empty dealership forecourt.

E1 530 is the right 007 to test on a normal weekend route. Its 530 km CLTC range claim is attractive, but highway energy use will change with speed, passengers and weather.

Buyers researching the Dongfeng 007 often compare it with rivals such as Mercedes-Benz A-Class , Toyota GR86 , Lexus ES , BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé , Honda Civic RS . Comparing them side by side is the quickest way to see where your money goes — range, charging, performance, price and running costs can differ substantially.

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