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Dongfeng 06

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

Model year 2026 Generation Current South African 06 generation Current version Original current-generation version Body style SUV
Dongfeng 06 is a five-seat electric SUV with E1 and E3 grades, a quoted range from 401 to 471 km CLTC and practical family-car proportions.
ZAR 579,000
On-road in
ZAR 591,771
What makes up this price?
Vehicle price (ex-showroom)
ZAR 579,000
Registration allowance
ZAR 3,500
Licensing allowance
ZAR 1,300
Inspection / roadworthy allowance
ZAR 850
Dealer handling / delivery
ZAR 2,200
Insurance
ZAR 4,922
Other fees
ZAR 0
Ex-showroom ZAR 579,000
Finance estimate from ZAR 8,797/month Based on 06 E1 Ex-showroom basis · approx. 20% deposit · 11.5% p.a. · 60 months · no balloon
Torque:230Nm (170 lb-ft) Ground Clearance:170mm (6.7″) Power:120kW (161 bhp) Electric Range:471km Battery:51.87kWh Boot500L (17.6 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 06 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 8,797
Total Interest
ZAR 127,823
Total Payable
ZAR 527,823
Principal Interest

* Illustrative estimate based on the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest, 60 months and no balloon payment, using the 06 E1. Excludes initiation fees, monthly service fees, credit-life insurance and vehicle insurance. Your lender quotation may differ.

Vehicle specifications and buying guidance • Hagalu

Dongfeng 06

Dongfeng 06 is a five-seat electric SUV with E1 and E3 grades, a quoted range from 401 to 471 km CLTC and practical family-car proportions.

Dongfeng’s 06 is the brand’s family-shaped electric SUV in South Africa, but the numbers explain its place in the range more clearly than the body style alone. It is 4,306 mm long, 1,868 mm wide and 1,645 mm tall, with a 2,715 mm wheelbase. Those dimensions put it above a city hatchback in cabin presence without making it a full-size seven-seat alternative. It is a five-seat vehicle intended for people who want everyday electric travel with room for school bags, a child seat, a laptop bag or a couple’s weekend luggage. The local range splits properly by derivative. E1 uses a 44.94 kWh LFP battery and claims 401 km on the CLTC cycle. E3 moves to 51.87 kWh and 471 km CLTC. Both use a 120 kW, 230 Nm front electric motor, front-wheel drive and a quoted 150 km/h top speed. That is an important hierarchy: buyers pay more for the bigger battery and equipment rather than a more powerful motor. It means the test drive should concentrate on cabin comfort, parking support and the charging strategy as much as outright response. Range deserves a little discipline. CLTC gives a consistent reference but it is not a guaranteed South African touring distance. The real result will change with freeway speed, terrain, passenger load, tyre pressure, rain and air-conditioning. E3’s 70 km greater quoted range is significant on paper, but prospective owners should build a charging plan around their weekly routine before treating the extra capacity as a reason to avoid charging altogether. Dongfeng publishes 6.6 kW AC charging for both grades. It lists DC charging at 60 kW and 30 minutes from 30 to 80 percent for E1, and 167 kW with an 18-minute 30-to-80-percent claim for E3. Those are useful best-case indicators, not guarantees at every public charger. E1 starts from R499,000 on Dongfeng South Africa’s model page. E3 was found at R579,000 on a public authorised-dealer cash listing checked on 30 September 2026. The R80,000 gap therefore deserves an ordinary ownership calculation: the likely kilometres, home charging rate, motorway use, safety equipment value and monthly finance difference. The top grade has the more capable DC headline and longer range, but a buyer who charges overnight and travels locally might find E1 already has the battery capacity they need. The 06 also has a useful safety divide. Both grades carry core active and passive equipment, but E3 is the derivative with the stated advanced assistance suite: automatic emergency braking, forward-collision warning, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist, traffic-sign recognition, intelligent speed assistance and intelligent cruise assistance. These systems are aids, not substitutes for attention, but they can change the daily experience of a commuter who regularly uses busy multi-lane roads. As an EV, the 06 makes the most sense when its size matches the household and charging is easy. It is not a rugged 4x4, and no published wading depth or true off-road system should be imagined from the SUV silhouette. The value in its shape is the upright seating position and extra room, not a promise of remote-track ability. With a vehicle warranty listed at five years or 150,000 km, battery cover described as ten years with unlimited kilometres for the first owner and an eight-year or 120,000 km service plan, the local support headline is encouraging. The paperwork and dealer explanation still deserve close attention before signing.

Dongfeng 06 — Quick Facts

Dongfeng 06 Variants & Prices

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Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
06 E1 Base Electric 401 km (CLTC) Electric range401 km (CLTC) Single-Speed Reduction Gear ZAR 499,000
06 E3 Top Electric 471 km (CLTC) Electric range471 km (CLTC) Single-Speed Reduction Gear ZAR 579,000
Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
06 E1 Base Electric 401 km (CLTC) Electric range401 km (CLTC) Single-Speed Reduction Gear ZAR 499,000
06 E3 Top Electric 471 km (CLTC) Electric range471 km (CLTC) Single-Speed Reduction Gear ZAR 579,000
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Dongfeng 06 Specifications

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Model Introduced Year
2026
Body Style
SUV
Generation
Current South African 06 generation
Model Year
2026
Production Status
active
Segment
Compact Electric SUV
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
4306 mm
Width
1868 mm
Height
1645 mm
Wheelbase
2715 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
170 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
155 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
0 l
Boot/Cargo Space
500 l
Kerb Weight
500 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
500 kg
Payload Capacity
500 kg
Towing Capacity
750 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
Doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
5.4 m
Front Headroom
1010 mm
Rear Headroom
980 mm
Front Legroom
1050 mm
Rear Legroom
920 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
120 kW
Maximum Torque
230 Nm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor
Number of Motors
1
Motor Location
Front Axle
Drive Type
FWD
Transmission
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
Top Speed
150 km/h
0-100 km/h
15 sec
Quarter Mile
16.5 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
51.87 kWh
Usable Battery Capacity
51.87 kWh
Battery Type
LFP
Battery Voltage
400 V
Electric Range
471 km (CLTC)
AC Charging Power
6.6 kW
DC Charging Power
167 kW
AC Charging Time
Not Officially Disclosed
DC Charging Time
18 min (30-80%)
Regenerative Braking
Yes
LSD Available
Not Applicable
Gearbox
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
Drivetrain Layout
Front motor, front-wheel drive
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
No
Transmission Speeds
1
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Axle Layout
Front 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
400 km
Electric Consumption
12.6 kWh/100 km (CLTC)
Charging Type
AC and DC
Charging Port Type
CCS2
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
345 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
6
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
Standard
Driver Airbag
Standard
EBD
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Standard
Park Assist
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Lane Keep Assist
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Yes
Parking Sensors
Standard
Rear View Camera
Standard
360 Degree Camera
Standard
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Standard
Driver Fatigue Alert
Yes
Traffic Sign Recognition
Standard
Auto Highbeam
Yes
Auto Wipers
Yes
Rear Parking Sensors
Standard
Reverse Camera
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Around View Monitor
Standard
Blind Spot Warning
Standard
Forward Collision Warning
Standard
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
PVC Leatherette
Keyless Entry
Standard
Climate Control
Standard
Power Windows
Standard
Push Button Start
Standard
Wireless Charging
50W
Sunroof
Optional
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
6
Apple CarPlay
Yes
Infotainment Screen
12.8
Digital Instrument Cluster
Standard
Roof Rails
No
Exterior Colour Options
Stone Age White, Black, Silver, Green, Orange
Fog Lamps
No
Headlights
LED
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
LED Headlamps
Yes
Panoramic Sunroof
Optional
Terrain Modes
Not Applicable
Wading Depth
300 mm
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Breakover Angle
16 deg
Approach Angle
18 deg
Departure Angle
24 deg
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Front Brake Type
Disc
Handbrake Type
Electronic Parking Brake
Tyre Size
R18
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Spare Wheel Type
Tyre Repair Kit
Wheel Rim Size
18
Rear Suspension
Torsion Beam
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
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
579000 ZAR
Ownership Role
Dongfeng South Africa passenger EV ownership package
Starting Price
579000
Starting Price Zar
579000

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Market
South Africa
Brand
Dongfeng
Brand Slug
dongfeng
Country
South Africa
Country Slug
south-africa
Make
Dongfeng
Model
06
OEM URL
https://www.dongfengsa.co.za/models/06
Source Name
Dongfeng South Africa
Source Page URL
https://www.dongfengsa.co.za/models/06
Source URL
https://www.dongfengsa.co.za/models/06
Variant
06 E3
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
Public authorised-dealer cash listing cross-check verified 2026-09-30
Driving fit

Where the Dongfeng 06 Fits Best

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

Who buys this

The right 06 buyer has a family-size everyday load but does not need a third row. It suits a commuter or small family with predictable home or workplace charging who wants an upright driving position, a longer range reserve than a city hatchback and a sensible step-by-step choice between entry and better-equipped grades.

City
In town, the 06 offers the kind of electric drivetrain that makes dense traffic less tiring: immediate response, no conventional gear changes and a quiet cabin. Its 1,868 mm width is still worth testing in the parking structures and school gates the owner actually uses. E1 provides the lower entry cost; E3’s 360-degree camera and added assistance equipment may matter more than brochure language if it saves a stressful parking manoeuvre every day. Bring the child seat, stroller or usual work bag to the demonstration vehicle rather than judging space with an empty showroom car.
Highway
The 120 kW motor has enough output to make ordinary freeway merging feel confident, but longer highway use is where the battery difference needs a realistic test. A 471 km CLTC claim does not remove the normal effects of speed, headwinds, elevation and climate control. E3’s quoted 167 kW DC capability and 18-minute 30-to-80-percent claim give it a stronger long-route brief than E1, provided the route has compatible, working chargers. E1 remains credible for occasional inter-city work if its 60 kW, 30-minute charging reference and 401 km claim fit the planned stops.
Off-Road
The 06 is an SUV in practicality and seating position, not a vehicle sold with low range, a locking differential or a published wading figure. It can deal with carefully driven gravel access and urban potholes only within the limits of its tyres, clearance and underfloor battery protection. A buyer whose weekly route includes sand, deep ruts or water crossings needs a vehicle with documented hardware for that work. For most owners, the more relevant rural question is whether charging is reliable at the destination.

Dongfeng 06 — Should You Buy It?

A well-sized electric SUV whose choice comes down to charging needs, range reserve and the value of E3’s equipment.

E1 is the disciplined choice when the car will charge overnight and cover mostly local or predictable regional routes. E3 is the better touring derivative because it combines the larger 51.87 kWh battery, 471 km CLTC claim, faster stated DC charging and a richer assistance suite. Neither choice makes sense without a charging plan, but the range structure is easy to understand and gives buyers a genuine reason to compare grades rather than simply chase the highest badge. That comparison should happen before a brochure turns equipment into an abstract score.

What's Good
  • ✓Two clear battery and equipment choices
  • ✓120 kW and 230 Nm shared by both grades
  • ✓E3 claims 471 km CLTC range
  • ✓E1 begins at an official R499,000 reference
  • ✓Quoted DC charging information published for both grades
  • ✓Five-seat SUV proportions
  • ✓E3 adds a broad assistance suite
  • ✓LFP batteries across the local range
  • ✓Long service-plan and battery-cover headline
Watch Out For
  • ✕CLTC range needs real-route interpretation
  • ✕No third-row seating
  • ✕E3 price comes from a dealer listing rather than an official retail table
  • ✕No published 0-100 km/h figure
  • ✕No documented off-road system
  • ✕Charging speed depends on charger capability and conditions
  • ✕Ground-clearance value was not published in the local material reviewed
  • ✕Some cabin and cargo measurements remain unpublished
  • ✕Buyer should confirm exact live stock and equipment

Dongfeng 06 FAQs

Current recommended retail prices for the Dongfeng 06 run from R499,000 to R579,000, depending on the derivative. Compare the exact trim before calculating finance because options, insurance and dealer charges can change the final monthly cost.

The current south african range comprises 06 E1, 06 E3. 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 06 is 170 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.

The right 06 buyer has a family-size everyday load but does not need a third row. It suits a commuter or small family with predictable home or workplace charging who wants an upright driving position, a longer range reserve than a city hatchback and a sensible step-by-step choice between entry...

In town, the 06 offers the kind of electric drivetrain that makes dense traffic less tiring: immediate response, no conventional gear changes and a quiet cabin. Its 1,868 mm width is still worth testing in the parking structures and school gates the owner actually uses.

The 120 kW motor has enough output to make ordinary freeway merging feel confident, but longer highway use is where the battery difference needs a realistic test. A 471 km CLTC claim does not remove the normal effects of speed, headwinds, elevation and climate control.

Buyers researching the Dongfeng 06 often compare it with rivals such as Hyundai ALCAZAR , MG HS , Mahindra XUV700 , Mahindra Scorpio-N , Renault Duster . 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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