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 All specifications, variants and pricing shown below are for historical reference.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

Historical South African specifications and last-listed pricing

Generation Single generation in South Africa from 2013 to 2023, derived from Great Wall's mid-2010s bakkie platform. Discontinued in favour of the P Series and Cannon, which use the more modern POER platform. Version introduced 2020
The Steed 6 was GWM's entry-level bakkie in South Africa from 2013, offering basic workhorse capability at the most accessible Chinese-bakkie pricing the SA market had ever seen — discontinued in 2023 in favour of the P Series.
ZAR 419,900 · last listed
Last listed price ZAR 419,900
Engine:1996cc (2.0L) Torque:310Nm (229 lb-ft) Ground Clearance:200mm (7.9″) Power:105kW (141 bhp)

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Fuel Economy km/l · US mpg equivalent
Combined 8.5 km/l (20 mpg)
City 5.8 km/l (14 mpg)
Highway 7.0 km/l (16 mpg)

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GWM Steed 6

The Steed 6 was GWM's entry-level bakkie in South Africa from 2013, offering basic workhorse capability at the most accessible Chinese-bakkie pricing the SA market had ever seen — discontinued in 2023 in favour of the P Series.

The GWM Steed 6 was Great Wall Motors' first serious bakkie product in South Africa, on sale from 2013 to 2023. For a decade, the Steed 6 was the entry point for SA buyers curious about Chinese bakkies — offering basic but legitimate workhorse capability at price points that started below R200,000 and rarely exceeded R400,000 even in flagship trim. The Steed 6 used a 2.0-litre turbocharged diesel producing 105 kW and 315 Nm of torque, paired with either a 5-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic gearbox. Three body styles were offered — Single Cab, Double Cab and Double Cab 4x4 — with the 4x4 variant using a part-time selectable system with low-range transfer case. By segment standards even when launched, the Steed 6 was a basic offering. The interior was functional rather than refined, with hard plastics, manual air-conditioning across most trims, and a basic radio with Bluetooth as the only concession to modernity. Safety equipment was minimal compared to current standards — two airbags, ABS, but no electronic stability control on early variants and no advanced driver-assistance systems. What the Steed 6 offered was access. For the buyer who couldn't justify a Hilux or Ranger price tag, the Steed 6 was a legitimate working bakkie at half the money. Tradesmen, small business owners and rural farmers in particular embraced the Steed 6 throughout its decade on sale, and the typical use case — local delivery work, farm utility, low-mileage commercial duty — suited the bakkie's basic-but-functional brief well. Long-term reliability of the Steed 6 in South African use was mixed. Owners reported strong performance from the turbodiesel engine over normal mileages, but the transmission (particularly the early 5-speed manuals) had some recurring issues with synchroniser wear. The chassis and suspension proved durable in basic use; rust resistance was below segment averages, with corrosion in the load bed and undercarriage being a common 5-year complaint. Production of the Steed 6 ceased in 2023 as GWM transitioned its bakkie offering in SA to the P Series and Cannon. The Steed 6 remains on the SA used market in numbers, with prices ranging from R85,000 for early high-mileage examples to R230,000 for low-mileage late models. Parts continue through the GWM SA dealer network, although wait times for some components have begun to lengthen. For the South African used-bakkie buyer with a tight budget and a need for basic workhorse capability, the Steed 6 remains a reasonable option at the right price. It's not a sophisticated bakkie and never claimed to be — but it does the basic job, and for many buyers that's enough.

GWM Steed 6 — Quick Facts

GWM Steed 6 Variants & Prices

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Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Transmission Price
2.0T Single Cab Discontinued Base Diesel Manual ZAR 329,900last listed
2.0T Double Cab Discontinued Mid Diesel Automatic ZAR 369,900last listed
2.0T Double Cab 4x4 Discontinued Top Diesel Automatic ZAR 419,900last listed
Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Transmission Price
2.0T Single Cab Discontinued Base Diesel Manual ZAR 329,900last listed
2.0T Double Cab Discontinued Mid Diesel Automatic ZAR 369,900last listed
2.0T Double Cab 4x4 Discontinued Top Diesel Automatic ZAR 419,900last listed
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GWM Steed 6 Specifications

Length
4970 mm
Width
1770 mm
Height
1700 mm
Wheelbase
3030 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
200 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
75 l
Kerb Weight
1720 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2250 kg
Payload Capacity
1000 kg
Towing Capacity
2500 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
Doors
4 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
6 m
Front Headroom
1000 mm
Rear Headroom
970 mm
Front Legroom
1100 mm
Rear Legroom
950 mm
Driving fit

Where the GWM Steed 6 Fits Best

A practical view of the buyer and roads this model is best suited to.

Who buys this

Budget-conscious bakkie buyers in South Africa during its 2013-2023 production run — tradesmen, small business owners, rural farmers and first-time bakkie owners who needed basic workhorse capability at the most accessible price point in the market.

City
Functional in urban duty but compromised by limited safety equipment and basic interior. Manual gearbox on early models was particularly demanding in stop-start traffic. Better suited to the kind of fixed-route local commercial duty (deliveries, fleet work) where its limitations were acceptable trade-offs for the price.
Highway
Highway capability was adequate for the price. Cruising at 120 km/h on the N1 was possible but noisy and unrefined. Fuel economy on highway cruising sat at 10.5–11.5 L/100 km. Long-distance touring exposed the Steed 6's cabin limitations more than urban duty did.
Off-Road
Double Cab 4x4 variant offered legitimate part-time 4WD with low-range transfer case and 200 mm ground clearance — capable of gravel district roads, farm tracks and light off-road work. Approach 28°, departure 25°, wading depth approximately 600 mm. Not suitable for serious technical off-road terrain.

GWM Steed 6 — Should You Buy It?

A basic but legitimate Chinese workhorse that introduced a generation of SA buyers to GWM — now discontinued, remains a reasonable used buy at the right price.

The Steed 6 was an honest entry-level bakkie that served its market well for a decade. It never tried to compete with the Hilux on refinement or the Ranger on equipment — instead it offered the basics at half the price, and for many buyers that was exactly the right product. As a used buy now, the Steed 6 remains a sensible option for budget-constrained buyers who need workhorse capability and aren't bothered by basic interior fittings. Service history verification and corrosion inspection are essential before purchase.

What's Good
  • ✓Most accessible Chinese-bakkie pricing in South Africa during its production run — substantially below Hilux/Ranger
  • ✓Basic but legitimate body-on-frame ladder-chassis workhorse capability
  • ✓2.0-litre turbodiesel engine proved generally reliable over normal mileages
  • ✓Double Cab 4x4 variant offered genuine part-time 4WD with low-range transfer case
  • ✓Parts continue to be available through GWM SA dealer network for ongoing ownership
  • ✓Decent payload capacity and towing capability for the price segment
  • ✓Simple mechanical layout made the Steed 6 cheap to maintain and easy to repair
  • ✓Fuel economy on diesel was reasonable for daily commercial duty
  • ✓Established Chinese-bakkie credibility in SA, paving the way for the P Series and Cannon
Watch Out For
  • ✕Basic interior fittings with hard plastics and minimal sound insulation
  • ✕Safety equipment significantly below current segment expectations
  • ✕Rust resistance was a recurring 5-year ownership complaint, particularly in coastal regions
  • ✕Manual gearbox on early variants had recurring synchroniser wear issues
  • ✕Resale values dropped sharply versus Hilux/Ranger equivalents — typically 50% lower at 5 years

GWM Steed 6 FAQs

The retained historical listing for the GWM Steed 6 shows R329,900 to R419,900, depending on the derivative. These are reference prices from its period on sale, not current new-vehicle offers.

Budget-conscious bakkie buyers in South Africa during its 2013-2023 production run — tradesmen, small business owners, rural farmers and first-time bakkie owners who needed basic workhorse capability at the most accessible price point in the market.

Functional in urban duty but compromised by limited safety equipment and basic interior. Manual gearbox on early models was particularly demanding in stop-start traffic. Better suited to the kind of fixed-route local commercial duty (deliveries, fleet work) where its limitations were acceptable trade-offs for the price.

Highway capability was adequate for the price. Cruising at 120 km/h on the N1 was possible but noisy and unrefined. Fuel economy on highway cruising sat at 10.5–11.5 L/100 km. Long-distance touring exposed the Steed 6's cabin limitations more than urban duty did.

Buyers researching the GWM Steed 6 often compare it with rivals such as Mahindra Pik Up Double Cab , Hyundai H-100 Tipper , Nissan Navara Single Cab , Foton Tunland G7 Double Cab , Hyundai H-100 Deck . 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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