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Dongfeng BOX

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

Model year 2026 Generation Current South African BOX generation Current version Original current-generation version Body style Hatchback
Dongfeng BOX is a compact five-door EV for South African city drivers who value a quoted 430 km CLTC range and manageable dimensions.
ZAR 389,000
On-road in
ZAR 400,662
What makes up this price?
Vehicle price (ex-showroom)
ZAR 389,000
Registration allowance
ZAR 3,700
Licensing allowance
ZAR 1,400
Inspection / roadworthy allowance
ZAR 950
Dealer handling / delivery
ZAR 2,500
Insurance
ZAR 3,112
Other fees
ZAR 0
Ex-showroom ZAR 389,000
Finance estimate from ZAR 6,158/month Based on BOX E2 430 Ex-showroom basis · approx. 20% deposit · 11.5% p.a. · 60 months · no balloon
Torque:290Nm (214 lb-ft) Ground Clearance:175mm (6.9″) Power:70kW (94 bhp) Electric Range:430km Battery:43.89kWh Boot326L (11.5 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 BOX 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 6,158
Total Interest
ZAR 89,476
Total Payable
ZAR 369,476
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 BOX E2 430. Excludes initiation fees, monthly service fees, credit-life insurance and vehicle insurance. Your lender quotation may differ.

Vehicle specifications and buying guidance • Hagalu

Dongfeng BOX

Dongfeng BOX is a compact five-door EV for South African city drivers who value a quoted 430 km CLTC range and manageable dimensions.

The Dongfeng BOX arrives in South Africa with a deliberately compact brief. It is a five-door battery-electric hatchback, 4.02 metres long and 1.81 metres wide, designed for drivers who spend more time looking for a parking gap than for an extra row of seats. That makes it a different proposition from the tall electric crossovers that dominate most new EV conversations. A short bonnet, a 2,663 mm wheelbase and a 175 mm quoted ground clearance give the BOX a useful urban shape without asking a buyer to treat it as an adventure vehicle. The local range is straightforward. E2 430 and E3 430 share the 43.89 kWh LFP battery, a 70 kW front-mounted permanent-magnet motor and a claimed 430 km CLTC range. The range label matters. CLTC is an official laboratory cycle, not a promise for a wet N3 commute, a fully loaded weekend, cold weather or continuous air-conditioning. It is still useful for comparison because both local grades carry the same claim; the choice is mainly about equipment and price rather than accepting a shorter-distance powertrain to save money. The lower E2 is the rational way into the model. It is listed from R349,000 and retains the 17-inch wheel size, five-seat layout and shared battery. E3 is the richer-looking grade, with local dealer listings placing it at R389,000 when checked on 30 September 2026. Its current South African availability is more limited in colour, while E2 has a broader palette. That price difference needs to be tested against features a buyer will use every day, particularly camera coverage and driver-assistance equipment, rather than a general impression that the top grade is automatically better value. A 70 kW city EV need not feel underpowered in its intended role, because electric torque arrives without the pause of a traditional automatic gearbox. But the BOX is not sold as a long-distance performance car. Its 140 km/h quoted top speed is enough for ordinary legal-road work, while the range and charging plan remain more important than maximum speed. It rewards an owner who can charge at home or at work and who has a realistic backup plan for a longer trip. A buyer who covers a long inter-city route every week should map public chargers, allow for charging time and compare the trip with a bigger-battery alternative before deciding. The BOX's strongest argument is that it makes the first EV step less intimidating. It places an LFP battery, a practical five-door body and a relatively modest cash entry point ahead of theatrical acceleration or oversized wheels. The ownership package is substantial on paper: Dongfeng states a five-year or 150,000 km vehicle warranty, with battery cover described as ten years with unlimited kilometres for the first owner and then eight years or 200,000 km, alongside an eight-year or 120,000 km service plan. Those terms are worth reading in the supplied contract, especially if the car will change hands during the coverage period. The BOX has a clear job: reduce the size, cost and daily drama of urban electric motoring.

Dongfeng BOX — Quick Facts

Dongfeng BOX Variants & Prices

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Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
BOX E2 430 Base Electric 430 km (CLTC) Electric range430 km (CLTC) Single-Speed Reduction Gear ZAR 349,000
BOX E3 430 Top Electric 430 km (CLTC) Electric range430 km (CLTC) Single-Speed Reduction Gear ZAR 389,000
Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
BOX E2 430 Base Electric 430 km (CLTC) Electric range430 km (CLTC) Single-Speed Reduction Gear ZAR 349,000
BOX E3 430 Top Electric 430 km (CLTC) Electric range430 km (CLTC) Single-Speed Reduction Gear ZAR 389,000
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Dongfeng BOX Specifications

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Model Introduced Year
2026
Body Style
Hatchback
Generation
Current South African BOX generation
Model Year
2026
Production Status
active
Segment
Urban Electric Hatchback
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
4020 mm
Width
1810 mm
Height
1570 mm
Wheelbase
2663 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
175 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
160 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
0 l
Boot/Cargo Space
326 l
Kerb Weight
1285 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2020 kg
Payload Capacity
500 kg
Towing Capacity
500 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
Doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
5.2 m
Front Headroom
1000 mm
Rear Headroom
970 mm
Front Legroom
1040 mm
Rear Legroom
900 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
70 kW
Maximum Torque
290 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
140 km/h
0-100 km/h
6.8 sec
Quarter Mile
15.2 sec
Drive Modes
Standard
Launch Control
No
Rev Limiter
Not Applicable
Power-to-Weight Ratio
1 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
1 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
43.89 kWh
Usable Battery Capacity
43.9 kWh
Battery Type
LFP
Battery Voltage
400 V
Electric Range
430 km (CLTC)
AC Charging Power
6.6 kW
DC Charging Power
80 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
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
365 km
Electric Consumption
10.7 kWh/100 km (CLTC)
Charging Type
AC and DC
Charging Port Type
CCS2
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
315 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
Standard
Keyless Entry
Standard
Climate Control
Standard
Power Windows
Standard
Push Button Start
Standard
Wireless Charging
Yes
Sunroof
Panoramic
Electric Tailgate
No
Rain Sensing Wipers
Yes
AC Type
Automatic climate control
Android Auto
Yes
Touchscreen
Standard
USB Ports
3
Infotainment System
Standard
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Number of Speakers
6
Apple CarPlay
Yes
Infotainment Screen
12.8
Digital Instrument Cluster
Standard
Roof Rails
Not Applicable
Exterior Colour Options
Green
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
17 deg
Approach Angle
19 deg
Departure Angle
26 deg
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Front Brake Type
Disc
Handbrake Type
Electronic Parking Brake
Tyre Size
Standard
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Spare Wheel Type
Tyre Repair Kit
Wheel Rim Size
17
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
389000 ZAR
Ownership Role
Dongfeng South Africa passenger EV ownership package
Starting Price
389000
Starting Price Zar
389000

Imported source and record fields

19 non-empty identity, provenance, and legacy source fields are retained here for review. They are not mixed into the buyer-facing specification table. The supplied pack has no values for 575 of the 813 specification-contract fields on this page, so those blank fields remain omitted.

Market
South Africa
Brand
Dongfeng
Brand Slug
dongfeng
Country
South Africa
Country Slug
south-africa
Make
Dongfeng
Model
BOX
OEM URL
https://www.dongfengsa.co.za/models/box
Source Name
Dongfeng South Africa
Source Page URL
https://www.dongfengsa.co.za/models/box
Source URL
https://www.dongfengsa.co.za/models/box
Variant
BOX E3 430
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 BOX Fits Best

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

Who buys this

BOX makes the most sense for an urban household, first-time EV owner or second-car buyer with dependable overnight charging. It suits someone who values compact exterior dimensions, simple electric response and predictable local travel over large-vehicle presence, three-row capacity or frequent unplanned cross-country journeys.

City
This is where the BOX earns its keep. Its 4,020 mm length is easier to place in a busy car park than a large SUV, and the front-wheel-drive electric layout removes the creeping hesitation many drivers associate with a conventional gearbox. Try it on the actual weekday route: school drop-off, a steep ramp, congested intersections and the tightest parking bay used regularly. Check the driver’s seating position, rear-door access and how often the cabin climate system will run. If charging is available at home, a city routine can make the 430 km CLTC figure less important than convenience; if charging is public-only, the same car needs more planning.
Highway
The BOX can use the freeway, but its most convincing role remains a commuter rather than a constant long-distance runner. At highway speed, range is naturally more sensitive to wind, gradient, load and climate control than the single CLTC headline suggests. Drive a representative legal-speed section with passengers on board, then use a planned charging stop rather than hoping an advertised range will cover every trip. The 70 kW motor and 140 km/h quoted top speed are adequate for ordinary merges and overtakes when judged sensibly, but buyers who regularly travel far between provinces should compare highway charging access and rest-stop timing against a larger EV.
Off-Road
A 175 mm quoted ground clearance is helpful for driveway lips, patched surfaces and carefully driven gravel, not a licence to use the BOX as a trail vehicle. It has no low-range system, locking differential or published wading depth. Take it slowly over a familiar rough access road and protect the underfloor battery from sharp impacts. For rural use, the deciding factor is often the reliability of charging at the destination rather than whether the body has a hatchback profile.

Dongfeng BOX — Should You Buy It?

A thoughtful entry-level EV choice when home or workplace charging is already part of the routine.

The BOX is most persuasive when it is bought for the work it actually does: city kilometres, manageable parking, quiet local travel and overnight charging. E2 has the stronger value story because it retains the shared 430 km CLTC claim and 17-inch wheels at the lowest official listed price. E3 can justify its premium only when its additional convenience and safety equipment changes daily life. Neither grade turns a charging plan into an optional detail; that remains the central ownership question.

What's Good
  • ✓Shared 430 km CLTC range across both local grades
  • ✓Compact 4,020 mm length suits dense urban parking
  • ✓43.89 kWh LFP battery
  • ✓Five-door, five-seat packaging
  • ✓175 mm quoted ground clearance
  • ✓17-inch wheels on both E2 and E3
  • ✓Clear two-grade South African lineup
  • ✓Long battery-cover headline
  • ✓Eight-year or 120,000 km service-plan headline
Watch Out For
  • ✕CLTC range is not a real-world highway guarantee
  • ✕70 kW output is city-focused
  • ✕Public-only charging complicates ownership
  • ✕E3 price is based on dealer listing rather than a Dongfeng retail table
  • ✕Some detailed local charging data remains unpublished
  • ✕No off-road drivetrain hardware
  • ✕Long-trip suitability depends on route charging
  • ✕Top grade has narrower stated colour availability
  • ✕Finance, insurance and charger installation need separate budgeting

Dongfeng BOX FAQs

Current recommended retail prices for the Dongfeng BOX run from R349,000 to R389,000, 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 BOX E2 430, BOX E3 430. 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 BOX is 175 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.

BOX makes the most sense for an urban household, first-time EV owner or second-car buyer with dependable overnight charging. It suits someone who values compact exterior dimensions, simple electric response and predictable local travel over large-vehicle presence, three-row capacity or frequent...

This is where the BOX earns its keep. Its 4,020 mm length is easier to place in a busy car park than a large SUV, and the front-wheel-drive electric layout removes the creeping hesitation many drivers associate with a conventional gearbox.

The BOX can use the freeway, but its most convincing role remains a commuter rather than a constant long-distance runner. At highway speed, range is naturally more sensitive to wind, gradient, load and climate control than the single CLTC headline suggests.

Buyers researching the Dongfeng BOX often compare it with rivals such as BYD DOLPHIN SURF , Geely E2 , Mazda Mazda2 , Volkswagen Polo , Honda Fit . 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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