Dongfeng Forthing
Coming Soon Range-Extended Electric SUV
Colour Studio
Liberty White
Meet Friday
Friday is always driven by its electric motor. Charge at home for up to 200 km of pure electric commuting, and when the battery runs low a quiet 1.5-litre petrol generator takes over making electricity — giving you up to 1,300 km between stops, with no range anxiety.
Exterior Design
Blade-like LED lighting, a sculpted nose and a sweeping coupé roofline give Friday real road presence — sitting on 19-inch alloys with a wide 1,860 mm stance.
Interior & Technology
A 2,715 mm wheelbase frees up generous space in both rows, while a clean, screen-led dashboard keeps everything you need within reach.
Choose Your Friday
Both grades share the same 120 kW electric motor, 31.94 kWh battery and 1.5-litre range extender. The Exclusive adds comfort, a panoramic roof and a full driver-assistance suite.
R489 900
Everything you need, generously equipped from the start.
R529 900
Everything in Luxury, plus:
How Friday Works
The wheels are always driven by electricity. Charge at home for the cheapest running, or simply fill up with petrol and let the generator do the rest.
200km
Pure Electric Range
NEDC · 183 km WLTP
6.6kW
AC Home Charging
Full in about 5.5 hours
1 300km
Total Range
43 L tank + 1.5 L petrol generator
Cost per 100 km on electricity — Friday vs the average petrol car
Friday driving on home-charged electricity: WLTP figure (17.5 kWh/100 km) at R3.50/kWh, vs an 8 L/100 km petrol car. Read the full cost analysis
Gallery
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Light, detail and craftsmanship — a closer look at the design of the Friday.
Coming Soon
South African Launch
Book now to be first in line
R489 900
Luxury · Exclusive R529 900
Optional extras quoted on request
Gqeberha
Local Sales & Support
343 Cape Road, Newton Park
Common Questions
| Dongfeng Friday REEV | Luxury | Exclusive |
|---|---|---|
| Powertrain | ||
| Type | Range-extended electric vehicle (REEV) | |
| Electric Motor | Permanent magnet synchronous, 120 kW / 240 Nm, front-wheel drive | |
| Range Extender | 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol, 75 kW / 130 Nm (generator only) | |
| Transmission | Dedicated hybrid transmission (DHT) | |
| Fuel Tank | 43 L | |
| Battery, Range & Charging | ||
| Battery | 31.94 kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) | |
| Electric Range | 200 km (NEDC) / 183 km (WLTP) | |
| Total Range | Up to 1,300 km / 1,000–1,150 km (WLTP) | |
| AC Charging | 6.6 kW on-board charger, 0–100% in about 5.5 hours | |
| DC Fast Charging | 30–80% in about 30 minutes | |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Length / Width / Height | 4,600 / 1,860 / 1,680 mm | |
| Wheelbase | 2,715 mm | |
| Kerb / Gross Vehicle Mass | 1,820 kg / 2,195 kg | |
| Towing Capacity | 1,500 kg braked / 750 kg unbraked | |
| Boot Capacity | 480 L (1,480 L seats folded) | |
| Seating | 5 passengers | |
| Chassis | ||
| Suspension | MacPherson front with lateral stabiliser bar / torsion beam rear axle | |
| Brakes | Ventilated front discs / rear discs, electronic parking brake | |
| Wheels & Tyres | 19-inch alloy, 235/55 R19 | |
| Exterior | ||
| LED Headlights, Tail Lights & Daytime Running Lights | ● | ● |
| Intelligent Headlight Control | — | ● |
| Panoramic Power Skylight | — | ● |
| Electric Unlock Tailgate | — | ● |
| Roof Rails | — | ● |
| Heated, Electrically Adjustable & Retractable Mirrors | ● | ● |
| Interior & Comfort | ||
| Driver Seat Adjustment | 6-way manual | 10-way power |
| Front Passenger Seat Adjustment | 4-way manual | 4-way power |
| Driver Seat Memory, Ventilation & Massage | — | ● |
| Power Sunroof Sunshade | — | ● |
| Leather Multi-Function Steering Wheel | ● | ● |
| Keyless Entry & Passive Start | ● | ● |
| 50 W Wireless Phone Charger | ● | ● |
| Camping Mode | ● | ● |
| One-Touch Windows with Anti-Pinch & Boot Shelf | ● | ● |
| Technology | ||
| Touchscreen / Instrument Cluster | 14.6-inch rotating / 8.8-inch digital | |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto | ● | ● |
| AM/FM, RDS & DAB Radio with Bluetooth | ● | ● |
| Six-Speaker Audio | ● | ● |
| USB-A, USB-C & 12 V Socket | ● | ● |
| Safety | ||
| Front Airbags (Driver & Passenger) | ● | ● |
| Front Side Airbags | — | ● |
| Side Curtain Airbags | — | ● |
| ABS, EBD, ESP & Traction Control | ● | ● |
| Electric Parking Brake & Auto Hold | ● | ● |
| Hill Descent Control & Hill Hold | ● | ● |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | ● | ● |
| ISOFIX Anchorages & Child Door Locks | ● | ● |
| Alarm, Immobiliser & Pedestrian Warning Sound | ● | ● |
| Parking Radars | Rear (4) | Front & rear (8) |
| Reverse Camera | Standard definition | High definition |
| 360° Surround View | — | ● |
| Driver Assistance | ||
| Cruise Control | Cruise control | Adaptive & smart cruise |
| Forward Collision Warning & AEB | — | ● |
| Lane Departure Warning & Lane Departure Prevention | — | ● |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | — | ● |
| Colours | ||
| Exterior | Jade Green, Liberty White, Moonlight Black Pearl | |
| Interior | Black | |
Specifications are taken from the Forthing Friday RHD REEV specification sheet and Dongfeng South Africa pre-launch information, and may change before launch. Optional extras are available at additional cost and are quoted on request. NEDC and WLTP are standardised test cycles; real-world range varies.
Dongfeng Gqeberha
The Friday REEV is arriving soon. Book your test drive today and our team at 343 Cape Road will contact you as soon as it lands in Gqeberha.
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