GWM P Series 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 All specifications, variants and pricing shown below are for historical reference.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 P Series

Historical South African specifications and last-listed pricing

Model year 2026 Generation The P Series sold in South Africa is the first generation marketed under the GWM banner locally, derived from Great Wall's POER platform launched in China in 2019. Local specification differs from the Chinese-market POER in suspension calibration (firmer for higher payload), 4x4 system tuning (greater bias to load-carrying durability over technical off-road performance) and trim levels (the South African range is more equipment-loaded than the domestic Chinese equivalent at the same price point). Body style SUV
P Series is a discontinued South African Pickup with historical specifications for used-car research.
ZAR 599,900 · last listed
Last listed price ZAR 599,900
Engine:1996cc (2.0L) Torque:480Nm (354 lb-ft) Ground Clearance:210mm (8.3″) Power:110kW (148 bhp) Boot0L

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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 P Series

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

The Ford Ranger holds second place by combining genuine work-truck credibility with a lifestyle-friendly cabin. Under the bonnet, the P Series runs the GW4D20 — a 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbocharged diesel that produces 110 kW and 400 Nm of torque. Those numbers won't impress a 3.0 V6 Ranger driver, but they're absolutely competitive with the bread-and-butter 2.4 GD-6 Hilux and 2.0 Bi-Turbo Ranger that take the volume in their respective ranges. The torque arrives at 1,500–2,500 rpm, which is the band where bakkies actually live in real-world use — hauling a tradie's tool boxes out of an Industria parking lot, dragging a 1.5-tonne trailer up Van Reenen's Pass, pulling a stuck Land Cruiser out of a holiday-cottage driveway in Hermanus. The entry-level Single Cab Manual sits at R444,900 ex-showroom — territory that gets you a stripped-out Hilux S or Ranger XL with little more than air-conditioning and a basic radio. The GWM gets you a 10-inch touchscreen, Bluetooth, USB connectivity and properly-tuned air-conditioning at the same price. The LX 4x4 flagship at R599,900 brings genuine low-range four-wheel drive, hill descent control, a rear differential lock and a wading depth rated at 800 mm — numbers that go head-to-head with the Hilux Legend and Ranger Wildtrak in the four-wheel-drive specifications that matter on a winch recovery. The leaf-sprung rear means the ride is honestly more truck-like than the Ranger's coil-sprung setup, but it also means the bakkie can carry its rated 1-tonne payload without sagging into the rebound stops on a corrugated district road outside Bloemfontein. Load bed width between the wheel arches is 1,180 mm, again on par with the Hilux and the Ranger. Towing capacity is 3,500 kg with a braked trailer across the range — the magic number for SA caravan-and-boat buyers, and the same as the Hilux and Ranger. For a buyer searching the P Series 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. P Series 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 P Series — Quick Facts

GWM P Series Variants & Prices

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Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
2.0T Single Cab Manual Discontinued Base Diesel Efficiency9.8 km/l Manual ZAR 444,900last listed
2.0T Double Cab LS 4x2 Discontinued Mid Diesel Efficiency9.8 km/l Automatic ZAR 489,900last listed
2.0T Double Cab LT 4x2 Discontinued Top Diesel Efficiency9.8 km/l Automatic ZAR 539,900last listed
2.0T Double Cab LX 4x4 Discontinued Flagship Diesel Efficiency9.8 km/l Automatic ZAR 599,900last listed
Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
2.0T Single Cab Manual Discontinued Base Diesel Efficiency9.8 km/l Manual ZAR 444,900last listed
2.0T Double Cab LS 4x2 Discontinued Mid Diesel Efficiency9.8 km/l Automatic ZAR 489,900last listed
2.0T Double Cab LT 4x2 Discontinued Top Diesel Efficiency9.8 km/l Automatic ZAR 539,900last listed
2.0T Double Cab LX 4x4 Discontinued Flagship Diesel Efficiency9.8 km/l Automatic ZAR 599,900last listed
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GWM P Series Specifications

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Where the GWM P Series Fits Best

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Who buys this

The Toyota Hilux has topped the sales charts for so long that for most buyers, "bakkie" and "Hilux" mean the same thing. P Series makes the most sense for an owner whose route and budget agree with a 6-Speed Manual transmission

City
The Isuzu D-Max trades on simplicity and the kind of reliability myth that Toyota would gladly bottle if it could. Drive the P Series 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 1000 can change the cost of repeated short trips
Highway
Run P Series 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 1000 is more informative than maximum speed. On a South African freeway or inter-city road, take the P Series out with the load it normally carries. Observe the joining response, overtaking reserve, braking, crosswind behaviour, seat support and cabin noise for P Series. 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 P Series. Plan fuel or charging stops around actual use; the stated consumption reference is a comparison reference, not a promise for every trip for P Series
Off-Road
For P Series, the sensible check is the exact 4x2 rwd arrangement, tyre specification, load and protection underneath. If the P Series 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 P Series. Check a 4x2 RWD drivetrain against the stated drivetrain for P Series. 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 P Series

GWM P Series — Should You Buy It?

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

Five years on, P Series ownership has moved from "interesting risk" to "credible choice", particularly in the Western Cape, KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng where the dealer footprint is most established. The buying case for P Series 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. P Series 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 P Series. That is the difference between a sound purchase and an expensive specification mismatch for P Series

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: 1000
Watch Out For
  • ✕Exact equipment for P Series can vary by derivative.
  • ✕Real fuel use for P Series depends on route, load and weather.
  • ✕The written P Series quotation should be checked before purchase.
  • ✕Tyre, insurance and service costs need a separate P Series budget.
  • ✕A short P Series test drive cannot represent every ownership route.
  • ✕P Series capability should not be inferred from body styling alone.
  • ✕The adjacent P Series grade may suit a different workload.
  • ✕Published P Series figures are planning references, not guarantees.
  • ✕Buyers should confirm P Series stock and support terms.

GWM P Series FAQs

The retained historical listing for the GWM P Series shows R444,900 to R599,900, depending on the derivative. These are reference prices from its period on sale, not current new-vehicle offers.

The Toyota Hilux has topped the sales charts for so long that for most buyers, "bakkie" and "Hilux" mean the same thing. P Series makes the most sense for an owner whose route and budget agree with a 6-Speed Manual transmission

The Isuzu D-Max trades on simplicity and the kind of reliability myth that Toyota would gladly bottle if it could. Drive the P Series through the tightest parking area, a steep ramp, a speed hump and stop-start traffic.

Run P Series 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 1000 is more informative than maximum speed.

Buyers researching the GWM P Series often compare it with rivals such as Ford Ranger XL , Volkswagen Amarok , Toyota Hilux Double Cab , Toyota Hilux Xtra Cab , Isuzu D-Max Double Cab . 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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