Affordable new Foton bakkie goes on sale in South Africa – Pricing and specifications

Affordable new Foton bakkie goes on sale in South Africa – Pricing and specifications

The new Foton Tunland G7 has landed in South Africa with buyers having a choice between six specifications spanning one single (SC) and five double cabs (DC).

Pricing for the new bakkie starts at R278,173 (excl. VAT) for the two-door model while the cheapest four-door comes in at R399,990 (incl. VAT).

Features

The Tunland G7 SC is aimed at the commercial sector with its lone Workhorse trim, offering 16-inch steel wheels, push-button start, a multifunction steering wheel, automatic airconditioning, a digital instrument cluster, a 12.3-inch infotainment screen, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, two speakers, cruise control, drowsy driving reminder, rear parking sensors, ABS with brake assist, and two airbags.

Meanwhile, the G7 DC is sold in three equipment levels comprising the entry-level TL, mid-range TLX, and range-topping Limited which are more angled to lifestyle buyers.

On top of what is offered in the SC, standard kit on the TL encompasses 17-inch alloy wheels, a rear sports bar, LED daytime running lights, upholstery crafted from a blend of fabric and imitation leather, onboard navigation, four speakers, a reverse camera, hill-hold and descent control, and tyre-pressure monitoring.

Upgrading to the TLX brings running boards, automatic headlights, keyless entry, electric front seats with heating and ventilation, a wireless smartphone charger, dual-zone climate control, a six-speaker stereo, and six airbags.

Buyers who opt for the flagship Tunland Limited can further expect 18-inch alloys, a chrome-trimmed grille, a sunroof, front parking sensors, a 360-degree camera system, forward-collision warning, blind-spot detection, door-opening warning, and rear cross-traffic alert.

The top-spec derivative also brings a power inverter as well as an E3 crate guardrail and rope hook in the load box.

The Foton DC’s dimensions are pegged at 5,340mm in length, 1,940mm in width, and 1,870mm in height; for reference, this is 15mm longer, 40mm wider, and 55mm taller than the Toyota Hilux Legend.

The newcomer’s wheelbase measures 3,110mm and its ground clearance 210mm.

Performance

The entire Tunland line-up is fitted with a 2.0-litre, turbocharged diesel mill that puts out a maximum of 120kW and 390Nm.

The G7 SC and base DC are the only entries with a six-speed manual transmission, while the rest are equipped with an eight-speed automatic shifter.

The TLX and Limited are both available in 4×4 guise in which they further get a mechanical differential lock.

A maximum towing capacity of 3,000kg and payload capacity of 1,000kg are on the books, and each DC provides Eco, Normal, and Sport drive modes.

Price

The South African pricing and line-up of the new Foton Tunland G7 are as follows:

Foton Tunland G7 SC 4×2 Workhorse – R278,173 (excl. VAT) / R319,900 (incl. VAT)
Foton Tunland G7 DC 4×2 TL – R399,900
Foton Tunland G7 DC 4×2 TL Auto – R469,900
Foton Tunland G7 DC 4×2 TLX Auto – R499,900
Foton Tunland G7 DC 4×4 TLX Auto – R559,900
Foton Tunland G7 DC 4×4 Limited Auto – R599,900

Each purchase is accompanied by a 5-year/unlimited-kilometre warranty, a 3-year/50,000km service plan, and 5-year/unlimited-kilometre roadside assistance.