What is the ground clearance of the GWM P300?

The listed ground clearance for the GWM P300 is 224 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 P300?

The listed engine capacity for the GWM P300 is 2400 cc, with output shown as 135 kW (181 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 P300?

The official claimed figure shown here is around Not Applicable 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.

GWM P300 2.4T LT 2WD 9AT Price in South Africa 2026 – ZAR599,900 | Specs & EMI

GWM P300 — 2.4T LT 2WD 9AT

GWM P300 2.4T LT 2WD 9AT is the workhorse derivative in the local P300 range.

The GWM P300 2.4T LT 2WD 9AT is the workhorse derivative in the local P300 range, with a confirmed South African price of R599 900. It uses Diesel power with Automatic, and that combination defines its day-to-day personality more than the badge alone. For shoppers comparing monthly instalments, this derivative should be judged against what it gives up or gains compared with the next grade in the same range. The confirmed mechanical detail includes an engine reference of 2.4-litre turbo diesel, power listed around 135 kW, torque listed around 480 Nm, and 4x2 hardware. Running costs should still be checked against fuel price, tyres, insurance and normal monthly distance. If the buyer spends most of the week in traffic, smooth response and predictable low-speed control matter most. If the vehicle will be loaded, used for long trips or driven on rougher roads, the drivetrain, torque delivery and tyre package become more important than touchscreen size. Practical details include 5 seats, towing around 3500, and ground clearance around 224 mm. That is where this derivative needs to earn its place: it must match the owner's real passengers, cargo, tools, luggage or leisure equipment without forcing an unnecessary jump to a dearer trim. Cabin and ownership references include screen size around 12.3, warranty cover listed as 5 Years / 100,000 km, and service or maintenance cover listed as 5 Years / 75,000 km. The sensible buying question is whether the 2.4T LT 2WD 9AT supplies the right balance of affordability, comfort and capability for South African conditions. It is a strong candidate when its confirmed equipment fits the routine; it is less convincing if a nearby derivative adds safety, convenience or drivetrain hardware that the owner will use every week. The practical way to judge the GWM P300 2.4T LT 2WD 9AT is to compare it with the derivative directly below and directly above it. If the lower version already covers the owner's weekly driving, this trim must justify its price through comfort, safety, drivetrain or ownership benefits that will be used often. If the higher version adds capability the owner genuinely needs, stretching the budget may make more sense than retrofitting accessories later. For a South African Pickup buyer, that decision should include insurance, tyres, fuel, finance and how the vehicle will feel after several years, not only the delivery-day feature list.

Who buys this: The 2.4T LT 2WD 9AT suits a buyer who wants the GWM P300 in workhorse form and is comparing the monthly cost against the next derivative. It is best for owners who can clearly describe their normal driving, passenger or load needs before choosing equipment. It is not ideal for shoppers who want every available comfort feature regardless of price.

City

In city driving the P300 2.4T LT 2WD 9AT should be assessed by visibility, steering weight, parking aids, seat comfort and how the automatic transmission behaves in stop-start traffic. The Pickup body may bring useful space or stance, but daily convenience still depends on the exact wheel, camera, sensor and cabin specification carried by this derivative.

Highway

On the open road the P300 2.4T LT 2WD 9AT needs to feel settled at national-limit speeds, with enough response for overtaking and a cabin that remains comfortable over long distances. Published references include power around 135 kW and torque around 480 Nm. Buyers who regularly travel with passengers, trailers or heavy cargo should test it loaded, because that is where derivative choice becomes obvious.

Off-Road

For gravel, farm tracks, worksites or holiday roads, the P300 2.4T LT 2WD 9AT should be chosen for its actual traction hardware and tyres, not only its stance. The listed drivetrain is 4x2. Ground clearance around 224 mm helps frame the rough-road case. It can be a sensible rough-road choice when the route matches the derivative, but deep sand, mud or rocky trails still need the right driver skill and equipment.

GWM P300 — Quick Facts

Starting price in South Africa: ZAR 599,900 ex-showroom
Engine: 2400 cc
Power output: 135 kW (181 bhp)
Ground clearance: 224 mm — handy for those South African potholes
Claimed fuel economy: Not Applicable km/l
Body style: Pickup

Variant	Trim	Fuel	Transmission	Price
2.0T SX Single Cab 2WD 6MT	Base	Diesel	Manual	ZAR 414,950
2.0T SX Single Cab 4WD 6MT	Base	Diesel	Manual	ZAR 471,950
2.0T SX Double Cab 2WD 6MT	Base	Diesel	Manual	ZAR 446,950
2.4T LS 2WD 9AT	Mid	Diesel	Automatic	ZAR 529,900
2.4T LS 4WD 9AT	Mid	Diesel	Automatic	ZAR 579,900
2.4T LT 2WD 9AT	Top	Diesel	Automatic	ZAR 599,900

Variant	Trim	Fuel	Transmission	Price
2.0T SX Single Cab 2WD 6MT	Base	Diesel	Manual	ZAR 414,950
2.0T SX Single Cab 4WD 6MT	Base	Diesel	Manual	ZAR 471,950
2.0T SX Double Cab 2WD 6MT	Base	Diesel	Manual	ZAR 446,950
2.4T LS 2WD 9AT	Mid	Diesel	Automatic	ZAR 529,900
2.4T LS 4WD 9AT	Mid	Diesel	Automatic	ZAR 579,900
2.4T LT 2WD 9AT	Top	Diesel	Automatic	ZAR 599,900

2.4T LT 2WD 9AT — Should You Buy It?

GWM P300 2.4T LT 2WD 9AT works best as a high-spec derivative bought for a clear use case.

The GWM P300 2.4T LT 2WD 9AT makes the most sense when its price and equipment align with the buyer's weekly routine. It has a confirmed South African price of R599 900, so the value judgement should be made against neighbouring trims and direct segment rivals. Choose it when the transmission, drivetrain, comfort level and ownership cover fit real use; move up or down the range if those details do not match.

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