With the influx of Chinese vehicles on the South African market, our overview of these often little-known brands will help you make sense of this new motoring movement – from what’s on offer to the exciting new models on the way. Today is the turn of Foton.
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Foton Fast Facts
- Headquarters: Changping, China
- Founded: 1996
- SA lineup: 8 models
- Cheapest model: Tunland G7 (from R319 900)
- Most expensive model: eAumark Chassis Cab (R1 199 900)
Another Chinese brand that’s relatively familiar to South Africans, Foton offers a range of vehicles including bakkies, buses, and trucks – powered by either diesel engines or electric motors. The Tunland G7 bakkie was introduced to the local market in 2024, with the range comprising both double and single cabs. Power is supplied by a 2.0-litre turbodiesel engine, with every derivative benefitting from the full supply of 120 kW and 390 N.m. The entry-level rear-wheel drive TL single- and double-cab models are equipped with a six-speed manual gearbox, while the TL double cab, along with the rest of the lineup, boasts an eight-speed automatic transmission.
Find the entire A-Z of Chinese brands in South Africa here.
Find the full feature in the June 2025 issue of CAR Magazine.
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