Pickup Diesel Mild Hybrid 8-Speed Automatic 5-seat

Foton Tunland V7 Double Cab

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

Model year 2026 Generation The current South African V7 is a 5,617 mm double cab with a 3,355 mm wheelbase and rear leaf springs. Body style Double-cab pickup
Tunland V7 Double Cab is a South African Pickup with a pickup body and diesel mild hybrid power.
ZAR 689,900
On-road in
ZAR 704,359
What makes up this price?
Vehicle price (ex-showroom)
ZAR 689,900
Registration allowance
ZAR 3,600
Licensing allowance
ZAR 1,350
Inspection / roadworthy allowance
ZAR 900
Dealer handling / delivery
ZAR 2,400
Insurance
ZAR 6,209
Other fees
ZAR 0
Ex-showroom ZAR 689,900
Finance estimate from ZAR 12,096/month Based on VLX 4x2 Ex-showroom basis · approx. 20% deposit · 11.5% p.a. · 60 months · no balloon
Engine:2000cc (2.0L) Torque:450Nm (332 lb-ft) Ground Clearance:240mm (9.4″) Power:120kW (161 bhp)

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Fuel Economy km/l · US mpg equivalent
Combined 11.11 km/l (26 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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Estimate monthly vehicle finance for the Foton Tunland V7 Double Cab 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 12,096
Total Interest
ZAR 175,756
Total Payable
ZAR 725,756
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 VLX 4x2. Excludes initiation fees, monthly service fees, credit-life insurance and vehicle insurance. Your lender quotation may differ.

Vehicle specifications and buying guidance • Hagalu

Foton Tunland V7 Double Cab

Tunland V7 Double Cab is a South African Pickup with a pickup body and diesel mild hybrid power.

It does not prove a particular payload for every derivative, so a buyer should still obtain the registration certificate masses and payload for the exact vehicle. The 4x2 saves R76,000 at the published prices and should be evaluated by fleets whose routes remain on tar or maintained gravel. It also does not settle the not listed details such as turning circle, cabin headroom and legroom, or the exact 48-volt battery and assist-motor block. Ask the selling dealer to put consumption basis, service schedule, towbar approval, payload and the 4x4 hardware for the selected VIN in writing before contracting. Load a demonstration vehicle in a representative way and check rear-seat comfort, steering clearance and braking response. The Foton Tunland V7 powertrain combines a 2.0-litre turbo-diesel with 48-volt mild-hybrid assistance, delivering 120 kW and 450 Nm through an eight-speed automatic transmission. Leatherette seating, a 14.6-inch infotainment display, Apple CarPlay, heated front seats and model-listed driver-assistance equipment. The V7 suits a buyer who needs a five-seat bakkie to divide its week between people and useful work, and who prefers a leaf-sprung rear layout. Either customer should measure garage access, price planned accessories and confirm registered payload after fitment. The automatic removes clutch work from Gauteng congestion, while cameras and parking assistance listed for the range can reduce manoeuvring effort. A laden demonstration on the buyer's normal route is more informative than an unloaded showroom drive, particularly for stability, overtaking response and rear-seat comfort. The purchase case becomes sound when the buyer confirms exact payload, loaded clearance, fuel-consumption basis and the equipment attached to the chosen VIN. Price the two derivatives against that sheet, including tyres, insurance, scheduled servicing and accessories. For a buyer searching the Tunland V7 Double Cab price and specifications in South Africa, the interesting part is the trade-off rather than the feature count. A power output of 120 kW @ 3600 rpm describes the opportunity; a 8-Speed Automatic transmission and a 8-Speed Automatic transmission describe the conditions around it. The Tunland V7 Double Cab is not best understood by one headline number. Its appeal comes from the interaction between a South African price reference of R689,900, engine of 2.0-litre AUCAN Turbocharged Diesel with 48V Mild Hybrid and a power output of 120 kW @ 3600 rpm

Foton Tunland V7 Double Cab — Quick Facts

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Foton Tunland V7 Double Cab Specifications

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The ownership headline is a five-year/unlimited-kilometre warranty, five years of roadside assistance in South Africa and a five-year/75,000 km service plan. Tunland V7 Double Cab makes the most sense for an owner whose route and budget agree with a 8-Speed Automatic transmission

City
The live specification states an average of 9.0 L/100 km, a 76-litre tank, 240 mm ground clearance and towing capacity of 3.5 tonnes. Drive the Tunland V7 Double Cab through the tightest parking area, a steep ramp, a speed hump and stop-start traffic. Towing capacity of 3500 matters when the cabin or load is full, and a listed ground clearance of 240 can change the cost of repeated short trips
Highway
Overall dimensions are listed as 5,617 mm long, 2,000 mm wide and 1,910 mm high on a 3,355 mm wheelbase. Run Tunland V7 Double Cab at legal cruising speed, include a hill and a safe overtake, and see whether the driver can remain relaxed after an hour. The interaction between a 8-Speed Automatic transmission, towing capacity of 3500 and a listed ground clearance of 240 is more informative than maximum speed
Off-Road
Foton South Africa lists two V7 derivatives: the VLX 4x2 at R689,900 and the VLX 4x4 at R765,900. For Tunland V7 Double Cab, the sensible check is the exact 4wd arrangement, tyre specification, load and protection underneath. If the Tunland V7 Double Cab will leave smooth tar, test the actual road rather than the image around it. A slow run over corrugations, a sharp entrance and a loaded crest will show whether the suspension, tyres and underside suit the duty for Tunland V7 Double Cab. Check a 8-Speed Automatic transmission against the stated drivetrain for Tunland V7 Double Cab. Maintained gravel can be a reasonable use case for many road vehicles; deep sand, mud and water demand confirmed equipment and a recovery plan for Tunland V7 Double Cab
4.2/5
Hagalu editorial score 4.2 out of 5 Reviewed by Hagalu Editorial Team · 2026-09-07

Foton Tunland V7 Double Cab — Should You Buy It?

4.2/5
Foton Tunland V7 Double Cab review: Two clearly priced VLX driveline choices
Hagalu editorial review by Hagalu Editorial Team · 2026-09-07

A two-grade double cab combining a 120 kW diesel, 48-volt assistance, an eight-speed automatic and a work-focused leaf-spring rear axle. The Tunland V7 is a credible mixed-duty double cab because the official South African proposition is unusually clear about its core mechanical package: 120 kW, 450 Nm, eight-speed automatic, 48-volt assistance, leaf springs and two driveline choices. Its value cannot be judged from price and towing capacity alone. The purchase case becomes sound when the buyer confirms exact payload, loaded clearance, fuel-consumption basis and the equipment attached to the chosen VIN. For a mostly tar-based business, the VLX 4x2 is the rational starting point; the VLX 4x4 is for routes where traction has a measurable cost when absent. 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 4.1/5 · 20%
4.1/5
Value 4.3/5 · 20%
4.3/5
Practicality 4.4/5 · 20%
4.4/5
Ownership 4.1/5 · 15%
4.1/5
Powertrain suitability 4.2/5 · 15%
4.2/5
Comfort & technology 4.1/5 · 10%
4.1/5

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How this score is calculated · Methodology v1.0

Tunland V7 Double Cab deserves a closer look when its price, equipment and powertrain fit the owner’s route.

Buyers comparing running costs should not blend Foton's current 9.0 L/100 km page figure with older or secondary figures that use a different test basis. The buying case for Tunland V7 Double Cab is specific. A power output of 120 kW @ 3600 rpm gives it a reason to be considered, while a 8-Speed Automatic transmission and a 8-Speed Automatic transmission set the boundaries. Tunland V7 Double Cab is easiest to recommend when the buyer can point to a concrete benefit in Diesel Mild Hybrid power and accept the limitation represented by a power output of 120 kW @ 3600 rpm. The local price should be judged against the equipment that is actually included, not an adjacent trim for Tunland V7 Double Cab. That is the difference between a sound purchase and an expensive specification mismatch for Tunland V7 Double Cab

What's Good
  • ✓Body style: Pickup
  • ✓Fuel type: Diesel Mild Hybrid
  • ✓South African price: R689,900
  • ✓Engine: 2.0-litre AUCAN Turbocharged Diesel with 48V Mild Hybrid
  • ✓Power output: 120 kW @ 3600 rpm
  • ✓Transmission: 8-Speed Automatic
  • ✓Gearbox: 8-Speed Automatic
  • ✓Towing Capacity: 3500
  • ✓Ground clearance: 240
Watch Out For
  • ✕Exact equipment for Tunland V7 Double Cab can vary by derivative.
  • ✕Real fuel use for Tunland V7 Double Cab depends on route, load and weather.
  • ✕The written Tunland V7 Double Cab quotation should be checked before purchase.
  • ✕Tyre, insurance and service costs need a separate Tunland V7 Double Cab budget.
  • ✕A short Tunland V7 Double Cab test drive cannot represent every ownership route.
  • ✕Tunland V7 Double Cab capability should not be inferred from body styling alone.
  • ✕The adjacent Tunland V7 Double Cab grade may suit a different workload.
  • ✕Published Tunland V7 Double Cab figures are planning references, not guarantees.
  • ✕Buyers should confirm Tunland V7 Double Cab stock and support terms.

Foton Tunland V7 Double Cab FAQs

Current recommended retail prices for the Foton Tunland V7 Double Cab run from R689,900 to R765,900, 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 VLX 4x2, VLX 4x4. 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 Foton Tunland V7 Double Cab is 240 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 listed engine capacity for the Foton Tunland V7 Double Cab is 2000 cc, with output shown as 120 kW (161 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.

The combined fuel-economy figure shown for the Foton Tunland V7 Double Cab is around 11.11 km/l.

The ownership headline is a five-year/unlimited-kilometre warranty, five years of roadside assistance in South Africa and a five-year/75,000 km service plan. Tunland V7 Double Cab makes the most sense for an owner whose route and budget agree with a 8-Speed Automatic transmission

The live specification states an average of 9.0 L/100 km, a 76-litre tank, 240 mm ground clearance and towing capacity of 3.5 tonnes. Drive the Tunland V7 Double Cab through the tightest parking area, a steep ramp, a speed hump and stop-start traffic.

Overall dimensions are listed as 5,617 mm long, 2,000 mm wide and 1,910 mm high on a 3,355 mm wheelbase. Run Tunland V7 Double Cab at legal cruising speed, include a hill and a safe overtake, and see whether the driver can remain relaxed after an hour.

Buyers researching the Foton Tunland V7 Double Cab often compare it with rivals such as KIA Tasman , Toyota Land Cruiser 79 Single Cab , Mahindra Karoo Special Edition Dawn , Mahindra Karoo Special Edition Storm , Isuzu D-Max X-Rider . Comparing them side by side is the quickest way to see where your money goes — performance, fuel use, price and running costs can differ substantially.

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