Dongfeng Box, from R459 000
Dongfeng's first EV for South Africa — the compact Box hatchback, known as the Nammi 01 in China — is on sale in four derivatives. Here's every spec and price.
The Dongfeng Box — Dongfeng's first EV for the South African market.
Dongfeng's first EV for SA, finally on sale
Dongfeng announced its entry into South Africa's passenger-vehicle market back in December 2024, and after almost a year's wait, the electric Box hatchback finally went on sale. It lands as SA's 2nd most affordable EV, behind only the BYD Dolphin Surf, with pricing starting at R459 000 for the base E1 330. The Box measures 4 020 mm long with a 2 663 mm wheelbase — a touch shorter than a VW Polo — and features frameless windows and flush exterior door handles for a clean, minimalist look.
All four derivatives share the same front-mounted electric motor — 70 kW and 160 Nm, good for a 140 kph top speed — but split into two battery options. The E1 330 and E2 330 use a 32.6 kWh LFP pack for a claimed 330 km range, while the E2 430 and E3 430 step up to a 43.9 kWh pack for a claimed 430 km range (both figures on the CLTC cycle, which tends to be more generous than WLTP).
All four Box derivatives
E1 330
R459 000 · 330 km CLTC- 16-inch steel wheels
- 2 airbags (dual front)
- Manual air conditioning
E2 330
R469 000 · 330 km CLTC- 17-inch alloy wheels
- Faux-leather wheel & seats
- Cruise control, reverse camera
E2 430
R499 000 · 430 km CLTC- Larger 43.9 kWh battery
- Same kit as E2 330
E3 430
R519 000 · 430 km CLTC- Climate control
- High-beam assist, lane-departure warning
- Lane-keeping assist, adaptive cruise
- 360-degree camera
A clean, minimalist cabin with a 12.8-inch infotainment screen across all derivatives.
Dongfeng Box spec sheet
Powertrain & battery
| Motor layout | Single motor, front-wheel drive |
| Power | 70 kW |
| Torque | 160 Nm |
| Top speed | 140 kph |
| Battery (E1/E2 330) | 32.6 kWh LFP — 330 km claimed (CLTC) |
| Battery (E2/E3 430) | 43.9 kWh LFP — 430 km claimed (CLTC) |
Dimensions
| Length | 4 020 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2 663 mm |
Interior & tech
| Infotainment screen | 12.8-inch |
| Digital instrument cluster | 5.0-inch |
| Design details | Frameless windows, flush door handles, LED light strips |
Warranty & ownership
| Vehicle warranty | 5 years / 150 000 km |
| Drivetrain warranty | 8 years / 200 000 km (battery, controller, motor) |
| Service plan | 5 years / 100 000 km |
Common questions
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