Truck Petrol 5-Speed Manual RWD 2-seat

Foton Truckmate

Price in South Africa, real specs & fuel economy — 2026

Model year 2026 Generation Compact single-row cab platform with a 2,400 mm wheelbase and dropside or box-body factory configurations. Body style Light truck
Truckmate is a South African Truck with a truck body and petrol power.
ZAR 199,900
On-road in
ZAR 211,799
What makes up this price?
Vehicle price (ex-showroom)
ZAR 199,900
Registration allowance
ZAR 4,200
Licensing allowance
ZAR 1,600
Inspection / roadworthy allowance
ZAR 1,100
Dealer handling / delivery
ZAR 3,000
Insurance
ZAR 1,999
Other fees
ZAR 0
Ex-showroom ZAR 199,900
Finance estimate from ZAR 3,519/month Based on Dropside Ex-showroom basis · approx. 20% deposit · 11.5% p.a. · 60 months · no balloon
Engine:1500cc (1.5L) Torque:142Nm (105 lb-ft) Power:82kW (110 bhp)

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Fuel Economy km/l · US mpg equivalent
Combined 10.53 km/l (25 mpg)
City To be announced
Highway To be announced

On-road pricing varies by dealer. Fuel figures are manufacturer claims or source-backed estimates where a separate city/highway cycle is not published; your real numbers depend on traffic, terrain and driving style.

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Hagalu editorial rating: 3.6/5 Review

Estimate monthly vehicle finance for the Foton Truckmate 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 3,519
Total Interest
ZAR 51,129
Total Payable
ZAR 211,129
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 Dropside. Excludes initiation fees, monthly service fees, credit-life insurance and vehicle insurance. Your lender quotation may differ.

Vehicle specifications and buying guidance • Hagalu

Foton Truckmate

Truckmate is a South African Truck with a truck body and petrol power.

All use a 1.5-litre petrol engine rated at 82 kW and 142 Nm with a five-speed manual gearbox. The petrol engine simplifies the fuel choice but may not match every high-mileage or heavily laden route. Confirm GVM, payload, body warranty, lock specification, tie-downs, spare wheel and air-conditioning on the exact quotation. Truckmate's three prices correspond to different jobs. Box Body's lower listed load weight makes its body part of the payload calculation. A two-seat cab and five-speed manual keep the proposition simple, but congested work still makes driver comfort relevant. Fuel cost for the 1.5-litre petrol engine belongs in a loaded route trial because consumption references use different load conditions. For a small enterprise, body suitability matters more than the lowest headline price. Current South African Truckmate range, with no separate facelift identified. 1.5-litre petrol engine producing 82 kW and 142 Nm with a five-speed manual gearbox. Two-seat work cab; air conditioning, electric windows and central locking depend on exact body and specification. Box Body serves parcels and weather-sensitive goods, accepting a higher price and lower listed load weight for enclosure. All three retain a two-seat cab, petrol engine and five-speed manual, so fleets should check that this combination fits their mileage and traffic. Buyers needing diesel torque, a bigger cab or a specialist conversion should look further up Foton's commercial range rather than stretching Truckmate beyond its compact brief. The Truckmate's low entry price is only part of its case. Its three variants solve three distinct jobs, and the correct choice is visible once cargo protection, loading style and driver exposure are written down. Buyers should preserve that clarity by comparing payload and consumption on matched bases and confirming exact safety equipment. The open variants require rated restraints and a cover strategy; the enclosed body requires internal anchoring and ventilation appropriate to the cargo. The Truckmate has a clearer South African buying case when its truck shape is connected to the work it must do. The useful starting points are a South African price reference of R199,900 and engine of 1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol; together they explain more than a badge or a screen size for Truckmate. For work, delivery or fleet duty, the deciding question is whether the vehicle remains comfortable and affordable after ordinary fuel, insurance, tyre and service costs are included for Truckmate

Foton Truckmate — Quick Facts

Foton Truckmate Variants & Prices

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Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
Dropside Dropside Petrol Efficiency10.53 km/l 5-Speed Manual ZAR 199,900
Dropside AC Dropside Ac Petrol Efficiency10.53 km/l 5-Speed Manual ZAR 215,900
Box Body Box Body Petrol Efficiency12.66 km/l 5-Speed Manual ZAR 239,900
Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
Dropside Dropside Petrol Efficiency10.53 km/l 5-Speed Manual ZAR 199,900
Dropside AC Dropside Ac Petrol Efficiency10.53 km/l 5-Speed Manual ZAR 215,900
Box Body Box Body Petrol Efficiency12.66 km/l 5-Speed Manual ZAR 239,900
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Foton Truckmate Specifications

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Driving fit

Where the Foton Truckmate Fits Best

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Who buys this

Buyers should measure their longest, widest and tallest item, then test loading through the real aperture instead of choosing by litre or tonne headlines alone. The best buyer for Truckmate can describe a recurring reason for choosing its truck layout

City
Dropside favours hand loading, bulky items and quick access from three sides. The urban test for Truckmate should resemble the owner’s route: a cold start, queues, kerbs, a narrow turn and a place where people or goods must be loaded. City use is where the small decisions accumulate for Truckmate. Drive the Truckmate through the tightest parking area, a steep ramp, a speed hump and stop-start traffic. Pay attention to the steering, sight lines, low-speed response, seat position and climate control rather than relying on a quiet dealership loop for Truckmate. A 5-Speed Manual transmission matters when the cabin or load is full, and a 5-Speed Manual transmission can change the cost of repeated short trips for Truckmate
Highway
Warranty is listed as five years/150,000 km with five years of roadside assistance; service plans are available. For highway buyers, the Truckmate needs to make sense when passengers, luggage or work equipment are aboard. A South African price reference of R239,900 helps frame the vehicle’s intended workload; do not assume that a larger body automatically brings more reserve or comfort
Off-Road
A South African price reference of R215,900 may help, but neither a tall bonnet nor petrol alone creates four-wheel drive, low range or a published wading ability. Ground clearance is only one part of the rough-road answer for Truckmate. For Truckmate, the sensible check is the exact rwd arrangement, tyre specification, load and protection underneath. Stay cautious where the local data does not state clearance or wading depth for Truckmate. A buyer whose routine includes construction tracks or isolated farm roads should compare a vehicle with documented capability rather than infer it from styling for Truckmate
3.6/5
Hagalu editorial score 3.6 out of 5 Reviewed by Hagalu Editorial Team · 2026-09-07

Foton Truckmate — Should You Buy It?

3.6/5
Foton Truckmate review: R199,900 published entry price
Hagalu editorial review by Hagalu Editorial Team · 2026-09-07

A compact 1.5-litre petrol work truck offered as basic dropside, air-conditioned dropside or enclosed box body. The Truckmate's low entry price is only part of its case. Its three variants solve three distinct jobs, and the correct choice is visible once cargo protection, loading style and driver exposure are written down. The base dropside maximises simplicity, Dropside AC addresses long shifts and Box Body secures weather-sensitive goods. Buyers should preserve that clarity by comparing payload and consumption on matched bases and confirming exact safety equipment. A cheap body that forces extra trips is not cheaper in operation. This Hagalu desk review weighs the published South African specification against the vehicle's intended buyer and use; it is not a road test, owner survey or customer rating.

Desk research: Scored from verified published sources and Hagalu's market-specific buyer analysis; this vehicle was not road-tested for this review. This is a Hagalu editorial score, not a customer rating.

Safety 2.5/5 · 20%
2.5/5
Value 4.5/5 · 20%
4.5/5
Practicality 4.4/5 · 20%
4.4/5
Ownership 4.0/5 · 15%
4.0/5
Powertrain suitability 3.2/5 · 15%
3.2/5
Comfort & technology 2.8/5 · 10%
2.8/5

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How this score is calculated · Methodology v1.0

Truckmate deserves a closer look when its price, equipment and powertrain fit the owner’s route.

Truckmate is built around body choice. Box Body costs R40,000 more than the base and exchanges open access for weather protection, cargo containment and security, while the listed load weight is 100 kg lower. A fair review of Truckmate should end with the owner’s route, not a universal verdict. The combination of a rear-wheel drive drivetrain, a rear-wheel drive drivetrain and a South African price reference of R215,900 can be valuable for the right driver. The buying case for Truckmate is specific. A South African price reference of R199,900 gives it a reason to be considered, while engine of 1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol and a power output of 82 kW set the boundaries for Truckmate. It deserves a shortlist when those details solve a repeated South African driving need for Truckmate. It is less persuasive when the buyer is paying for unused capacity or assuming that another derivative’s equipment applies here for Truckmate. Compare the written price, the nearest grade and one genuine alternative before deciding for Truckmate

What's Good
  • ✓Body style: Truck
  • ✓Fuel type: Petrol
  • ✓South African price: R199,900
  • ✓Engine: 1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
  • ✓Power output: 82 kW
  • ✓Transmission: 5-Speed Manual
  • ✓Gearbox: 5-Speed Manual
  • ✓Drivetrain: RWD
  • ✓Drive layout: RWD
Watch Out For
  • ✕Exact equipment for Truckmate can vary by derivative.
  • ✕Real fuel use for Truckmate depends on route, load and weather.
  • ✕The written Truckmate quotation should be checked before purchase.
  • ✕Tyre, insurance and service costs need a separate Truckmate budget.
  • ✕A short Truckmate test drive cannot represent every ownership route.
  • ✕Truckmate capability should not be inferred from body styling alone.
  • ✕The adjacent Truckmate grade may suit a different workload.
  • ✕Published Truckmate figures are planning references, not guarantees.
  • ✕Buyers should confirm Truckmate stock and support terms.

Foton Truckmate FAQs

Current recommended retail prices for the Foton Truckmate run from R199,900 to R239,900, 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 Dropside, Dropside AC, Box Body. Prices and equipment are shown by derivative so buyers can compare the actual local range rather than specifications from another market.

The listed engine capacity for the Foton Truckmate is 1500 cc, with output shown as 82 kW (110 bhp). Where a model has more than one derivative, compare the specific variant because fuel type, gearbox and drivetrain can change the way it drives.

Combined fuel-economy figures differ across the Foton Truckmate range: Dropside, Dropside AC: 10.53 km/l; Box Body: 12.66 km/l.

Buyers should measure their longest, widest and tallest item, then test loading through the real aperture instead of choosing by litre or tonne headlines alone. The best buyer for Truckmate can describe a recurring reason for choosing its truck layout

Dropside favours hand loading, bulky items and quick access from three sides. The urban test for Truckmate should resemble the owner’s route: a cold start, queues, kerbs, a narrow turn and a place where people or goods must be loaded.

Warranty is listed as five years/150,000 km with five years of roadside assistance; service plans are available. For highway buyers, the Truckmate needs to make sense when passengers, luggage or work equipment are aboard.

Compare the Foton Truckmate with the current Foton range to see how body style, performance, fuel use and practicality differ before choosing the vehicle that fits your needs.

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