Great Wall Steed vs Toyota Tundra
A detailed look at how two of Australia's most popular Utes compare on price, running costs, safety, and everyday livability.
Specifications and pricing correct at time of publishing. Prices are RRP before on-road costs unless stated otherwise. Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer before purchasing.
Great Wall Steed: we're still completing price, wheelbase, kerb weight, power and 0-100km/h, plus 5 others.
A blank cell below means we don't have that figure, not that the car scores badly on it. We leave them empty rather than estimate, so any row where one car is blank isn't a like-for-like comparison yet.
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Price Breakdown
Pricing for one or both models is yet to be confirmed for the Australian market. We will update this comparison when official RRPs are announced.
Safety Rundown
ANCAP safety ratings have not been published for both models yet. We will update this section when crash test results are available.
Feature Showdown
Both come with modern infotainment systems.
The Toyota Tundra counters with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, wireless charging, ventilated seats, power tailgate and JBL audio that the Great Wall Steed does not offer. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.
Interior trim differs: the Great Wall Steed gets comfort-tek (eco leather) upholstery while the Toyota Tundra offers leather. Climate control is 1-zone in the Great Wall Steed and 2-zone in the Toyota Tundra.
Drivetrain
Detailed powertrain specifications are not yet available for both models.
Space & Comfort
The Great Wall Steed measures 5,345mm long, 610mm shorter than the Toyota Tundra at 5,955mm (3,700mm wheelbase).
Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
14.6m diameter
Large
Based on 14.6m turning circle:
- U-turn on standard street (7m+ wide)
- Standard parking bay
- Tight carparks
- Narrow laneways
Turning circle ratings
Interactive simulator: U-turns, parking & towing
Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns are easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
Large
Needs a 3-point turn (one reverse)
Needs about 12.8 m to swing round without stopping. Road is 9.0 m.
U-turn on a wide street
≥ 10 m: 3-point turn
U-turn on a standard street
7 m: 3-point turn
Standard parking bay
2.0 m wide: fits with room
Tight carpark aisle
6 m: careful, tight swing
Narrow laneway
3.5 m: no room to turn
Turning circle ratings
Standard widths: AU local streets carry ~5.5–7 m of carriageway; main roads ~9–12 m. AS 2890.1 carpark aisles are ~5.8–6.6 m for 90° bays (2.6 m wide × 5.4 m deep).
Road, aisle, swing and off-tracking figures are indicative estimates from the published turning circle. Verify in person before relying on them.
True Cost to Own
Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $3,620/year for the Great Wall Steed and $3,249/year for the Toyota Tundra. That is a $371 annual difference in favour of the Toyota Tundra.
Estimated annual total: $3,620 (Great Wall Steed) vs $3,249 (Toyota Tundra). The Toyota Tundra saves you roughly $371 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.
Who Should Buy Which?
Buy the Great Wall Steed if: You or prefer Great Wall's approach to design and ownership experience.
Buy the Toyota Tundra if: You want lower running costs, or prefer Toyota's approach to design and ownership experience.
The Verdict
The Toyota Tundra takes 1 of 1 key spec categories. The Toyota Tundra will save you roughly $371 a year in fuel. The best pick depends on what you value most. Explore the full specs for each model below.
Common questions
Which is cheapest, Great Wall Steed and Toyota Tundra?
The Toyota Tundra is the cheapest at $155,990 before on-road costs.
Which is the most fuel-efficient?
The Toyota Tundra uses the least fuel at 11.4L/100km on the combined cycle.
What are the ANCAP safety ratings?
None of Great Wall Steed and Toyota Tundra carry a published ANCAP rating yet — check back as they are tested.
Which can tow the most?
The Toyota Tundra has the highest braked towing capacity at 4,500kg.
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Disclaimer: All information in this comparison was believed to be correct at the time of publishing (20 April 2026). Prices are manufacturer recommended retail prices (RRP) and may vary by state, dealer, and options. Driveaway costs include estimated on-road costs for Victoria. Fuel economy figures are WLTP/ADR combined cycle. Specifications can change without notice. Always verify with the manufacturer before making a purchase decision. CarSorted does not accept payment for recommendations.
Auto-generated from CarSorted's specification data · 20 April 2026
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