Gwm Steed 6 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 All specifications, variants and pricing shown below are for historical reference.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 Steed 6

Price in South Africa, real specs & fuel economy — 2026

Discontinued GWM Steed 6 Double Cab 4x4 — entry 4x4 bakkie at R419,900 during production.
1996cc (2.0L) 105kW (141 bhp) 310Nm (229 lb-ft) 200mm GC (7.9″)

Hover or tap any pill for a plain-English explanation. Bracketed values show common equivalents (bhp, lb-ft, inches, cu ft).

Fuel Economy km per litre · (US mpg)
Company Claimed 8.5 km/l (20 mpg)
City 5.8 km/l (14 mpg)
Highway 7.0 km/l (16 mpg)

On-road varies by dealer. Fuel figures blend manufacturer claims and South Africa owner reports — your real numbers depend on traffic, terrain and how heavy your right foot is.

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Gwm Steed 6 — 2.0T Double Cab 4x4

Discontinued GWM Steed 6 Double Cab 4x4 — entry 4x4 bakkie at R419,900 during production.

The Steed 6 Double Cab 4x4 was the flagship of GWM's entry bakkie range. At R419,900 it added part-time 4WD with low-range transfer case to the Double Cab. For budget 4x4 buyers in 2026, used examples trade between R165,000 and R280,000.

Who buys this: Buyer seeking this combination of equipment, powertrain and price within steed-6.

City
Suits SA city driving as detailed in summary.
Highway
Highway capability detailed in summary.
Off-Road
Off-road capability depends on drivetrain — see summary.

Gwm Steed 6 — Quick Facts

Gwm Steed 6 Variants & Prices

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Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Transmission Price
2.0T Single Cab Base Diesel Manual
2.0T Double Cab Mid Diesel Automatic
2.0T Double Cab 4x4 Top Diesel Automatic
Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Transmission Price
2.0T Single Cab Base Diesel Manual
2.0T Double Cab Mid Diesel Automatic
2.0T Double Cab 4x4 Top Diesel Automatic
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Gwm Steed 6 Specifications

Engine
2.0L GW4D20 Turbocharged Diesel
Displacement
1996 cc
Cylinders
4
Engine Aspiration
Turbocharged
Power
105 kW
Torque
310 Nm
Torque @ RPM
1,600-2,600 rpm
Fuel Grade Required
Diesel
0–100 km/h
13.8 sec
Top Speed
165 km/h
Engine Type
Inline 4 Cylinder Turbocharged Diesel
Engine Code
GW4D20B
Cylinder Layout
Inline 4 (I4)
Valves per Cylinder
16
Cylinder Bore
88 mm
Piston Stroke
82 mm
Compression Ratio
17.5:1
Variable Valve Timing
Not Applicable
Fuel System
Common Rail Direct Injection
Power @ RPM
3500-4000
Power
150 bhp
Maximum Engine RPM
4500 rpm
Engine Oil Capacity
5.0 l
0-100 km/h
12.8 sec

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

Clear positioning within the steed-6 range.

Direct comparison to siblings and rivals in summary.

What's Good
  • Entry 4x4 bakkie pricing during 2013-2023 production
  • Part-time 4WD with low-range transfer case
  • 200 mm ground clearance suitable for gravel and light off-road
  • 2.0L turbo-diesel with adequate towing capability
  • Body-on-frame ladder chassis with full bakkie credentials
  • Parts continue through GWM SA dealer network
Watch Out For
  • Basic interior with safety equipment below current standards
  • Part-time 4WD requires manual engagement and binding on tar
  • Rust resistance was a 5-year ownership complaint
  • Engine and transmission had some reliability issues over the model life
  • Discontinued — long-term ownership confidence limited

Gwm Steed 6 FAQs

The Gwm Steed 6 has 200 mm of ground clearance — enough for SA speed bumps, gravel driveways, and light dirt roads without catching the underside.

The Gwm Steed 6 comes with a 1996 cc engine, putting out 105 kW (141 bhp). It's available in multiple variants — check the specs tab above for fuel type and transmission options.

The claimed figure is around 8.5 km/l. Real-world SA driving — city stop-start plus highway speeds — typically runs 10–15% higher than that. Diesel variants tend to pull ahead over longer distances.

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Data verified against: Gwm Official South Africa Website

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