GWM P Series 2.0T Double Cab LX 4x4 Discontinued in South Africa – Historical Specs & Last Price

GWM P Series 2.0T Double Cab LX 4x4

Flagship P Series 4x4 — genuine off-road capability with low range, diff lock, 800 mm wading depth and premium cabin equipment at R599,900, far below Hilux 4x4 Raider and Ranger 4x4 Wildtrak.

The Double Cab LX 4x4 is the flagship P Series — the variant that takes everything good about the LT 4x2 and adds genuine off-road capability. At R599,900 it sits R60,000 above the LT and adds the full 4x4 hardware that transforms the P Series from lifestyle bakkie into legitimate weekend off-roader. For SA buyers who tow caravans, head into the bush regularly, or simply want the security of 4x4 capability for occasional use, the LX is the P Series that earns its keep. The 4x4 system is a selectable part-time setup with high range, low range, and a rear differential lock. Approach angle is 30 degrees, departure 26 degrees, ramp-over 24 degrees. Ground clearance sits at 215 mm. Wading depth is rated at 800 mm — substantial enough to handle the deepest river crossings on Lesotho border routes. Hill descent control modulates braking automatically on steep descents. These numbers are competitive with the Hilux Legend 4x4 (R790,000) and Ranger XL 4x4 (R675,500) at significantly less money. On-road the LX trades a small amount of ride comfort for off-road capability. The 4x4 hardware adds approximately 100 kg of kerb weight versus the 4x2 LT, the front suspension is slightly firmer to handle off-road impact loads, and the 18-inch off-road-biased tyres generate marginally more road noise than the LT's road-biased rubber. Most buyers won't notice the difference until they put the bakkie through a side-by-side comparison. Cabin equipment matches the LT — 12.3-inch infotainment, genuine leather seats with electric driver adjustment, panoramic sunroof, 9-speaker audio, full driver-assistance suite, 360-camera. The LX adds dedicated 4x4 displays in the instrument cluster showing differential lock status and 4x4 mode, plus a transparent under-body camera view that's genuinely useful on technical obstacles. Real-world off-road performance has been impressive in SA owner feedback. The diff lock activates quickly when called, the low-range first gear delivers strong crawling ability, and the chassis articulation is competitive with Japanese rivals. On serious off-road terrain — Sani Pass at its worst, technical Lesotho passes, deep mud Botswana routes — the LX 4x4 performs at the level expected of a modern off-road bakkie. For the buyer choosing between this and the Hilux 2.8 GD-6 Raider 4x4 at R770,000 or the Ranger 2.0 SiT XLT 10AT 4x4 at R731,000, the GWM saves R130,000–R170,000 with broadly equivalent off-road capability. The unresolved residual trade-off is the same as other GWM bakkies — but for buyers running the bakkie to 200,000+ km, the LX is the smart-money flagship.

Who buys this: P Series buyers in South Africa needing bakkie capability with strong equipment-per-rand value. See summary for variant-specific positioning.

City

Comfortable in SA city driving with light steering and 360-camera (LT/LX trims) supporting tight urban manoeuvring.

Highway

Quiet motorway cruising at 1,900-2,000 rpm in 8th gear (auto variants), real-world fuel consumption 8.5-9.5 L/100 km at 120 km/h.

Off-Road

Off-road capability depends on variant — 4x2 variants are limited to gravel and light tracks; LX 4x4 has full off-road kit including low range and diff lock. Buyers who travel on poor surfaces should still check tyres, clearance and traction hardware before treating this derivative as a rough-road solution.

GWM P Series — Quick Facts

Last listed price in South Africa: ZAR 599,900
Engine: 1996 cc
Power output: 110 kW (148 bhp)
Ground clearance: 210 mm — handy for those South African potholes
Claimed fuel economy: 10.2 km/l
Body style: Pickup

GWM P Series Variants & Prices

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Variant	Trim	Fuel	Transmission	Price
2.0T Single Cab Manual Discontinued	Base	Diesel	Manual	ZAR 444,900last listed
2.0T Double Cab LS 4x2 Discontinued	Mid	Diesel	Automatic	ZAR 489,900last listed
2.0T Double Cab LT 4x2 Discontinued	Top	Diesel	Automatic	ZAR 539,900last listed
2.0T Double Cab LX 4x4 Discontinued	Flagship	Diesel	Automatic	ZAR 599,900last listed

Variant	Trim	Fuel	Transmission	Price
2.0T Single Cab Manual Discontinued	Base	Diesel	Manual	ZAR 444,900last listed
2.0T Double Cab LS 4x2 Discontinued	Mid	Diesel	Automatic	ZAR 489,900last listed
2.0T Double Cab LT 4x2 Discontinued	Top	Diesel	Automatic	ZAR 539,900last listed
2.0T Double Cab LX 4x4 Discontinued	Flagship	Diesel	Automatic	ZAR 599,900last listed

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2.0T Double Cab LX 4x4 — Should You Buy It?

2.0T Double Cab LX 4x4 — strong value-per-rand positioning within the P Series range.

This variant of the P Series targets a specific buyer profile within the bakkie segment — see body of summary for direct comparison analysis.

What's Good

✓Genuine part-time 4x4 with high range, low range, and rear differential lock
✓215 mm ground clearance, 800 mm wading depth, 30° approach angle
✓Premium cabin equipment matching the LT — leather, 12.3-inch screen, panoramic sunroof
✓Transparent under-body camera view shows obstacles beneath the bakkie
✓Dedicated 4x4 displays in instrument cluster — diff lock, 4x4 mode, ride height
✓Hill descent control modulates brakes automatically on steep descents
✓R130,000–R170,000 cheaper than Hilux 4x4 Raider and Ranger 4x4 XLT equivalents
✓Strong real-world off-road capability validated by SA owner experience
✓5-year/100,000 km warranty plus 5-year/75,000 km service plan included

Watch Out For

✕100 kg heavier kerb weight than 4x2 LT — slightly worse fuel economy and ride comfort
✕Off-road-biased 18-inch tyres generate marginally more road noise than 4x2 variants
✕Part-time 4x4 system requires manual engagement — less seamless than full-time AWD rivals
✕Residual values lag Japanese 4x4 equivalents by R130,000+ at 5-year horizon
✕Driver-assistance occasionally over-eager and can need user configuration for off-road use

GWM P Series FAQs

What did the GWM P Series cost in South Africa? +

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.

What is the ground clearance of the GWM P Series? +

The listed ground clearance for the GWM P Series is 210 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.

What engine is in the GWM P Series? +

The listed engine capacity for the GWM P Series is 1996 cc, with output shown as 110 kW (148 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.

What fuel consumption can I expect from the GWM P Series? +

The official claimed figure shown here is around 10.2 km/l. Treat it as a comparison figure rather than a promise: traffic, speed, load, tyre pressure and driving style can all move real South African consumption up or down.

Who should consider the GWM P Series? +

P Series buyers in South Africa needing bakkie capability with strong equipment-per-rand value. See summary for variant-specific positioning.

Is the GWM P Series suitable for city driving? +

Comfortable in SA city driving with light steering and 360-camera (LT/LX trims) supporting tight urban manoeuvring.

How does the GWM P Series suit highway travel? +

Quiet motorway cruising at 1,900-2,000 rpm in 8th gear (auto variants), real-world fuel consumption 8.5-9.5 L/100 km at 120 km/h.