GWM Cannon has been discontinued — this model is no longer sold new in South Africa. All specifications, variants and pricing shown below are for historical reference. See current GWM models still on sale.
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GWM Cannon

Historical South African specifications and last-listed pricing

Model year 2026 Generation Cannon sold in South Africa is the first generation, derived from Great Wall's POER platform shared with the P Series but with bodywork, suspension calibration and cabin treatment positioned for the lifestyle segment rather than the work bakkie use case. Body style SUV
Cannon is a discontinued South African Pickup with historical specifications for used-car research.
ZAR 634,900 · last listed
Last listed price ZAR 634,900
Engine:1996cc (2.0L) Torque:480Nm (354 lb-ft) Ground Clearance:210mm (8.3″) Power:110kW (148 bhp) Boot450L (15.9 cu ft)

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Fuel Economy km/l · US mpg equivalent
Combined 9.8 km/l (23 mpg)
City 8.3 km/l (20 mpg)
Highway 12.2 km/l (29 mpg)

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GWM Cannon

Cannon is a discontinued South African Pickup with historical specifications for used-car research.

The two bakkies share a powertrain and a basic chassis architecture, but the Cannon is positioned for buyers who want a double-cab that does the school run on weekdays and the Drakensberg run on weekends. It's the GWM answer to the Hilux Raider 4x2 and the Ranger XLT 4x2 — the volume lifestyle trims that take the bulk of bakkie sales in metropolitan South Africa. That's a R40,000–R50,000 premium over the equivalent P Series specification, and it buys you a different cabin treatment, larger 18-inch alloy wheels as standard from LS, a larger 12.3-inch infotainment screen across the upper trims, and a softer suspension calibration that prioritises ride comfort over outright payload. The Cannon's payload of 930 kg versus the P Series' 1,020 kg might look like a step backward, but for the lifestyle buyer who's putting mountain bikes in the load bed rather than concrete bags, it's not a meaningful trade. Powertrain is the same GW4D20 2.0-litre turbodiesel as the P Series, producing 110 kW and 400 Nm. The rear locking differential and low-range transfer case are both included; the LT and LS variants are 4x2 only. The Cannon LX is, frankly, more comfortable than a Ranger Sport at substantially less money. Where the Cannon takes some criticism in owner feedback is on the manual gearbox in the Xtra Cab variant — a long-throw, slightly notchy unit that feels exactly like every Chinese-sourced manual. If you're buying a Cannon for daily use, the Double Cab LS automatic is the variant that earns its keep. The manual makes sense only for buyers prioritising lowest purchase price. Service costs are competitive, parts availability has stabilised, and the 5-year/100,000 km warranty plus 5-year/75,000 km service plan remain industry-leading at the price point. For a buyer searching the Cannon price and specifications in South Africa, the interesting part is the trade-off rather than the feature count. A 6-Speed Manual transmission describes the opportunity; a 6-Speed Manual transmission and a 4x2 RWD drivetrain describe the conditions around it. Cannon is discontinued in South Africa, so a used example should be judged by condition, service history, parts support and remaining cover rather than a new-car price promise

GWM Cannon — Quick Facts

GWM Cannon Variants & Prices

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Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
2.0T Xtra Cab Manual Discontinued Base Diesel Efficiency9.8 km/l Manual ZAR 484,900last listed
2.0T Double Cab LS Discontinued Mid Diesel Efficiency9.8 km/l Automatic ZAR 524,900last listed
2.0T Double Cab LT Discontinued Top Diesel Efficiency9.8 km/l Automatic ZAR 569,900last listed
2.0T Double Cab LX 4x4 Discontinued Flagship Diesel Efficiency9.8 km/l Automatic ZAR 634,900last listed
Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
2.0T Xtra Cab Manual Discontinued Base Diesel Efficiency9.8 km/l Manual ZAR 484,900last listed
2.0T Double Cab LS Discontinued Mid Diesel Efficiency9.8 km/l Automatic ZAR 524,900last listed
2.0T Double Cab LT Discontinued Top Diesel Efficiency9.8 km/l Automatic ZAR 569,900last listed
2.0T Double Cab LX 4x4 Discontinued Flagship Diesel Efficiency9.8 km/l Automatic ZAR 634,900last listed
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GWM Cannon Specifications

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Where the GWM Cannon Fits Best

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Who buys this

If the P Series is GWM's workhorse, the Cannon is its weekend warrior. Cannon makes the most sense for an owner whose route and budget agree with a 6-Speed Manual transmission

City
What you gain in return is a noticeably more relaxed ride on the gravel road from White River to Hazyview, or the daily commute from Centurion to Sandton on the N1's worn-out concrete sections. Drive the Cannon through the tightest parking area, a steep ramp, a speed hump and stop-start traffic. A rear-wheel drive drivetrain matters when the cabin or load is full, and a listed payload of 930 can change the cost of repeated short trips
Highway
Run Cannon 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 4x2 RWD drivetrain, a rear-wheel drive drivetrain and a listed payload of 930 is more informative than maximum speed. On a South African freeway or inter-city road, take the Cannon out with the load it normally carries. Observe the joining response, overtaking reserve, braking, crosswind behaviour, seat support and cabin noise for Cannon. Engine of 2-litre Turbocharged Diesel gives context, but a number cannot show how a power output of 110 kW feels on a gradient for Cannon. Plan fuel or charging stops around actual use; the stated consumption reference is a comparison reference, not a promise for every trip for Cannon
Off-Road
The Cannon starts at R484,900 for the Xtra Cab Manual, rising through R524,900 for the Double Cab LS, R569,900 for the Double Cab LT and R634,900 for the Double Cab LX 4x4 flagship. For Cannon, the sensible check is the exact 4x2 rwd arrangement, tyre specification, load and protection underneath

GWM Cannon — Should You Buy It?

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A used-buying option only when condition, history and remaining support justify the price.

For most lifestyle buyers who do nothing more aggressive than gravel passes and farm tracks, the LX 4x4 is more capable than the typical owner will ever need. The buying case for Cannon is specific. A 6-Speed Manual transmission gives it a reason to be considered, while a 6-Speed Manual transmission and a 4x2 RWD drivetrain set the boundaries. Cannon is easiest to recommend when the buyer can point to a concrete benefit in Diesel power and accept the limitation represented by a 6-Speed Manual transmission. The local price should be judged against the equipment that is actually included, not an adjacent trim for Cannon. That is the difference between a sound purchase and an expensive specification mismatch for Cannon

What's Good
  • ✓Body style: Pickup
  • ✓Fuel type: Diesel
  • ✓Engine: 2-litre Turbocharged Diesel
  • ✓Power output: 110 kW
  • ✓Transmission: 6-Speed Manual
  • ✓Gearbox: 6-Speed Manual
  • ✓Drivetrain: 4x2 RWD
  • ✓Drive layout: RWD
  • ✓Payload: 930
Watch Out For
  • ✕Exact equipment for Cannon can vary by derivative.
  • ✕Real fuel use for Cannon depends on route, load and weather.
  • ✕The written Cannon quotation should be checked before purchase.
  • ✕Tyre, insurance and service costs need a separate Cannon budget.
  • ✕A short Cannon test drive cannot represent every ownership route.
  • ✕Cannon capability should not be inferred from body styling alone.
  • ✕The adjacent Cannon grade may suit a different workload.
  • ✕Published Cannon figures are planning references, not guarantees.
  • ✕Buyers should confirm Cannon stock and support terms.

GWM Cannon FAQs

The retained historical listing for the GWM Cannon shows R484,900 to R634,900, depending on the derivative. These are reference prices from its period on sale, not current new-vehicle offers.

If the P Series is GWM's workhorse, the Cannon is its weekend warrior. Cannon makes the most sense for an owner whose route and budget agree with a 6-Speed Manual transmission

What you gain in return is a noticeably more relaxed ride on the gravel road from White River to Hazyview, or the daily commute from Centurion to Sandton on the N1's worn-out concrete sections. Drive the Cannon through the tightest parking area, a steep ramp, a speed hump and stop-start traffic.

Run Cannon 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 4x2 RWD drivetrain, a rear-wheel drive drivetrain and a listed payload of 930 is more informative than maximum speed.

Buyers researching the GWM Cannon often compare it with rivals such as Mitsubishi Triton Double Cab , Ford Ranger XLT , Mahindra Karoo Special Edition Dew , Mahindra Karoo Special Edition Dusk , 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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