SA’s double-cab bakkie segment is about to welcome yet another Chinese contender: the Changan Hunter. Here’s what this turbodiesel newcomer costs in Mzansi…
- Changan to enter double-cab segment with turbodiesel Hunter
- Pair of oil-burning Hunter derivatives to be offered from launch
- Hunter REEV coming later as flagship of Changan’s bakkie range
Chinese brand Changan Automobiles – distributed locally by Saudi Arabian company Jameel Motors – is poised to relaunch in South Africa, kicking off its local operations with the Alsvin sedan, CS75 Pro SUV, fully electric Deepal S07 and Hunter bakkie. So, what will the latter cost?
Well, according to Changan’s local website, the Hunter double-cab portfolio – which will later welcome a Hunter REEV flagship (an interesting range extender electric vehicle that we’ve already reviewed and that we’re told will start at R795 900) – will comprise a pair of diesel-powered derivatives at launch.
As a reminder, the Hunter (which is known in some markets as the “F70”) is closely related to the Peugeot Landtrek and dates back to 2019. While Changan SA’s website suggests the Hunter will be available with a 2.0-litre turbodiesel engine offering 110 kW and 350 Nm, we suspect it’s actually the same 1.9-litre oil-burner used across the Landtrek line-up.
According to the Chinese firm’s local division, the Hunter 2.0TD 6MT 4×2 will be priced at R449 900, while the Hunter 2.0TD 6AT 4×4 will kick off at R569 900. From what we can tell, these prices include a 5-year/150 000 km warranty, though it remains to be seen whether a service plan is part of the package.
The rear-driven derivative will thus go up against fellow Chinese-built double-cab contenders like the GWM P300 2.0T SX 6MT (R446 950), Peugeot Landtrek 1.9TD Professional 6MT (R454 900) and LDV T60 2.0TD Elite 6MT (R480 000). The 4WD Hunter, meanwhile, is priced broadly in line with variants like the LDV T60 2.0TD Elite 4×4 6AT (R560 000) and GWM P300 2.4T LS 4×4 9AT (R579 900).
The rear-wheel-drive, stick-shift Hunter derivative has a ground clearance of 226 mm, a listed payload capacity of 1 100 kg and a claimed fuel economy of 7.8 L/100 km. It ships with “premium” fabric upholstery, a 10-inch touchscreen, cruise control, roof rails and 17-inch alloy wheels. Safety features include ABS with EBD, electronic stability control, hill-start assist, hill-descent control, ISOfix child-seat anchors, 4 airbags, rear parking sensors and a reverse-view camera.
Meanwhile, the all-paw, auto-equipped variant has a slightly lower payload capacity of 1 000 kg and sips at a claimed 9.1 L/100 km. But it gains features like leather upholstery, electrically adjustable front seats, 18-inch alloy wheels, a rear differential lock, an engine immobiliser, a smart key, automatic headlamps and a 12-volt socket in the load bed. It also features what Changan describes as “additional curtain airbags”, pushing the airbag count to 6.
In Mzansi, the Changan Hunter will be available in 5 exterior paint colours: Stellar White, Metallic Grey, Lunar Silver, Electric Blue and Red.
What does the Changan Hunter cost in South Africa?
| DERIVATIVE | PRICE |
| Changan Hunter 2.0TD DC 6MT 4×2 | R449 900 |
| Changan Hunter 2.0TD DC 6AT 4×4 | R569 900 |
According to Changan’s local website, the prices above include a 5-year/150 000 km warranty. It’s not yet known whether a service plan is included.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: What are the South African prices for the launch derivatives of the Changan Hunter turbodiesel double-cab?
A: The two turbodiesel double-cab models available at launch will be priced as follows:
- Changan Hunter 2.0TD DC 6MT 4×2 (Manual, Two-Wheel Drive): R449 900
- Changan Hunter 2.0TD DC 6AT 4×4 (Automatic, Four-Wheel Drive): R569 900
These prices are reported to include a 5-year/150 000 km warranty.
Q: What engine and transmission options are offered in the initial Changan Hunter double-cab range?
A: Both launch models will feature a 2.0-litre turbodiesel engine that delivers 110 kW of power and 350 Nm of torque. The rear-wheel-drive (4×2) model uses a 6-speed manual gearbox, while the four-wheel-drive (4×4) model is equipped with a 6-speed automatic transmission.
Q: What is the Changan Hunter REEV and when will it be available in South Africa?
A: The Hunter REEV (Range Extender Electric Vehicle) is a unique flagship model that will be added to the Changan bakkie range at a later date. It is a type of electric vehicle where a petrol engine functions only as an on-board generator (range extender) to charge the battery, rather than providing direct propulsion to the wheels.
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