Geely Riddara: SA’s first electric double cab goes on sale, and it's cheaper than a Hilux
Geely has launched its all-electric Riddara double-cab bakkie in South Africa, with prices starting at R611,900 and power outputs ranging from 180kW to 315kW.
South African market sees arrival of Geely's first electric double-cab bakkie, the Riddara, at Kyalami Raceway's Festival of Motoring. Unlike traditional bakkies, the Riddara is all-electric and features a car-like unibody structure. Priced from R611,900 for the 2WD Aspire Econ, up to R781,900 for the Apex RD6 4WD, the Riddara offers a payload of up to 1,030kg and towing capacity of up to 3,000kg for its top model.
The carmaker boasts a 225mm ground clearance and 815mm wading depth, with a choice of six drive modes, including Off-Road. The NEDC range ranges from up to 424km for the Apex 4WD to 369km for the Aspire Econ 4WD, both with a 63kWh battery. The base 2WD variant has a range of up to 369km. The Riddara delivers 180kW and 309Nm in its 2WD model, 280kW and 485Nm for the 4WD Aspire, and 315kW and 595Nm for the Apex RD6 4WD.
Inside, the Riddara includes a 14.6-inch infotainment display, a 10.2-inch digital driver display, wireless phone charging, and optional leather upholstery. Geely emphasizes the Riddara's unique architecture, designed to challenge the traditional South African bakkie market. Backed by a six-year or 150,000km vehicle warranty and an eight-year or 200,000km battery warranty, customers also receive a six-year or 120,000km service plan.
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