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Foton Tunland V7 Double Cab VLX 4x2

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
Foton Tunland V7 VLX 4x2 is the double-cab pickup option at R689,900, with lowest-priced V7.
ZAR 689,900
On-road in
ZAR 709,178
Ex-showroom ZAR 689,900
Estimated finance from ZAR 12,096/month 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 VLX 4x2 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. Excludes initiation fees, monthly service fees, credit-life insurance and vehicle insurance. Your lender quotation may differ.

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Foton Tunland V7 Double Cab VLX 4x2

Foton Tunland V7 VLX 4x2 is the double-cab pickup option at R689,900, with lowest-priced V7.

At R689,900, the Foton Tunland V7 VLX 4x2 is the least expensive route into the V7 range. It combines a 2.0-litre turbo-diesel and 48-volt assistance with published outputs of 120 kW and 450 Nm, an eight-speed automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive. The current South African V7 body is 5,617 mm long, rides on a 3,355 mm wheelbase and retains rear leaf springs. Those dimensions describe a substantial double cab, so the saving over the 4x4 is most valuable to an owner whose week is dominated by tar, maintained yards and predictable access roads rather than loose climbs or muddy sites. This derivative makes a clear financial argument. It brings the V7 cabin and its published 3.5-tonne towing headline at the lowest listed V7 price, while avoiding the extra capital cost of a driven front axle. That does not make it a cut-price substitute for every 4x4 task. It makes it a road-led choice for buyers who know that traction is rarely the limiting factor in their work. A contractor moving between suburban jobs, a family using a double cab as its main vehicle, or a business travelling long regional distances can all make a credible case for the 4x2 if the final kilometres remain well maintained. Several open details should influence the purchase. Foton's official local material does not give a grade-specific payload figure, a loaded ground-clearance figure or a complete explanation of the 48-volt system for this derivative. The towing headline is useful, but it cannot replace an accurate calculation of passengers, accessories, cargo and towball load. Buyers adding a canopy, towbar, drawer system or other permanent equipment should establish how that weight affects the working allowance before committing to a body build. The final equipment list also belongs on the signed offer because the public page does not itemise every VLX feature or selectable colour for this exact version. The eight-speed automatic and 450 Nm are the everyday attractions. They should make the V7 easier to place in flowing traffic and reduce the amount of shifting required on longer gradients, although a proper loaded drive remains more informative than an unladen demonstration. Its large footprint also deserves attention in garages, basement ramps and older loading yards. Viewed on its intended terrain, the VLX 4x2 is not the compromised V7; it is the disciplined one. Its success depends on paying only for capability the owner will use, then spending the difference where it improves the actual job, whether that means load security, towing equipment, insurance or lower finance exposure.

Foton Tunland V7 Double Cab — Quick Facts

Foton Tunland V7 Double Cab Specifications

Length
5617 mm
Width
2000 mm
Height
1910 mm
Wheelbase
3355 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
240 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Tank Capacity
76 l
Boot/Cargo Space
Not Officially Disclosed
Kerb Weight
2160 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
3030 kg
Payload Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
Towing Capacity
3500 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
Doors
4 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
Not Officially Disclosed
Front Headroom
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Headroom
Not Officially Disclosed
Front Legroom
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Legroom
Not Officially Disclosed
Driving fit

Where the Foton Tunland V7 Double Cab Fits Best

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

Who buys this

The strongest buyer is a road-based owner who wants a modern double cab, an automatic gearbox and substantial published torque without routinely needing four-wheel drive. It suits regional sales work, urban contracting and family transport on tar or maintained gravel. Anyone facing wet construction sites, steep loose approaches or frequent recovery risk should compare the VLX 4x4 instead of choosing on price alone.

City
In town, the eight-speed automatic is likely to matter more than the missing driven front axle. The V7's 5,617 mm length still calls for a realistic parking and loading-yard trial, especially where narrow entrances or basement turns form part of the week. A normal passenger and tool load should be carried during the test so braking, rear visibility and ride response can be judged in the conditions the vehicle will actually face.
Highway
The 120 kW and 450 Nm powertrain, automatic transmission and published 3.5-tonne towing figure give this version an obvious long-distance role. A highway assessment should include the owner's usual cargo or trailer, legal mass limits and sustained gradients rather than only an empty cruise. Because Foton does not publish a grade-specific payload in Foton's official local material, the complete load calculation is especially important before combining passengers, luggage, accessories and towing duty.
Off-Road
This is a 4x2, so its unsealed-road brief is maintained gravel, firm farm lanes and dry site entrances rather than low-traction exploration. Rear-wheel drive can still serve those routes sensibly when speed, tyres and load placement are appropriate, but it offers no driven front axle when a surface deteriorates. The not listed loaded-clearance figure adds another reason to inspect the intended entrances carefully and avoid treating the V7's bakkie shape as a guarantee of 4x4 ability.
4.2/5
Hagalu editorial score 4.2 out of 5 Reviewed by Hagalu Editorial Team · 2026-09-07

Foton Tunland V7 Double Cab VLX 4x2 — Should You Buy It?

4.2/5
Foton Tunland V7 Double Cab VLX 4x2 review: Lowest-priced V7
Hagalu editorial review by Hagalu Editorial Team · 2026-09-07

Foton Tunland V7 VLX 4x2 is the double-cab pickup option at R689,900, with lowest-priced V7. The V7 VLX 4x2 is a convincing selection when the route is predominantly paved and the R689,900 entry price preserves useful budget. Its automatic gearbox, 120 kW and 450 Nm give it the core V7 powertrain appeal, while the 4x2 layout keeps the choice focused. It becomes less persuasive if access failures would interrupt work, or if the missing payload and loaded-clearance figures cannot be reconciled with the proposed load. 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 South African buyer analysis; this vehicle was not road-tested for this review. This is a Hagalu editorial score, not a customer rating.

Safety 4.0/5 · 20%
4.0/5
Value 4.4/5 · 20%
4.4/5
Practicality 4.5/5 · 20%
4.5/5
Ownership 4.1/5 · 15%
4.1/5
Powertrain suitability 4.1/5 · 15%
4.1/5
Comfort & technology 4.2/5 · 10%
4.2/5

Evidence reviewed: Hagalu maintains the detailed source record internally so this page does not promote third-party vehicle websites.

How this score is calculated · Methodology v1.0

Foton Tunland V7 VLX 4x2 offers lowest-priced V7, but buyers must account for no driven front axle.

The V7 VLX 4x2 is a convincing selection when the route is predominantly paved and the R689,900 entry price preserves useful budget. Its automatic gearbox, 120 kW and 450 Nm give it the core V7 powertrain appeal, while the 4x2 layout keeps the choice focused. It becomes less persuasive if access failures would interrupt work, or if the missing payload and loaded-clearance figures cannot be reconciled with the proposed load.

What's Good
  • ✓Lowest-priced V7
  • ✓Eight-speed automatic
  • ✓120 kW and 450 Nm
  • ✓Published 3.5-tonne towing
  • ✓V7 VLX 4x2 listed at R689,900
Watch Out For
  • ✕No driven front axle
  • ✕No published loaded-clearance figure
  • ✕48-volt details incomplete
  • ✕No published grade-specific payload figure
  • ✕Confirm V7 VLX 4x2 price and included equipment in writing

Foton Tunland V7 Double Cab FAQs

The current recommended retail price listed for the Foton Tunland V7 Double Cab VLX 4x2 is R689,900. This is the vehicle price before finance interest, insurance, registration and any dealer-added options.

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 VLX 4x2 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 VLX 4x2 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 VLX 4x2 is around 11.11 km/l.

The strongest buyer is a road-based owner who wants a modern double cab, an automatic gearbox and substantial published torque without routinely needing four-wheel drive. It suits regional sales work, urban contracting and family transport on tar or maintained gravel. Anyone facing wet construction sites, steep loose approaches or frequent recovery risk should compare the VLX 4x4 instead of choosing on price alone.

In town, the eight-speed automatic is likely to matter more than the missing driven front axle. The V7's 5,617 mm length still calls for a realistic parking and loading-yard trial, especially where narrow entrances or basement turns form part of the week. A normal passenger and tool load should be carried during the test so braking, rear visibility and ride response can be judged in the conditions the vehicle will actually face.

The 120 kW and 450 Nm powertrain, automatic transmission and published 3.5-tonne towing figure give this version an obvious long-distance role. A highway assessment should include the owner's usual cargo or trailer, legal mass limits and sustained gradients rather than only an empty cruise. Because Foton does not publish a grade-specific payload in Foton's official local material, the complete load calculation is especially important before combining passengers, luggage, accessories and towing duty.

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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