
2025 LDV Terron 9 price and specs: New ute joins smaller T60
The new LDV Terron 9 ute is reaching Australian showrooms in July, but the current T60 ute won't be departing then.
Instead, LDV will sell the two ute dual-cab 4×4 ute lines concurrently, with the larger Terron 9 priced higher. The base Origin is priced at $50,990 drive-away for ABN holders, though for a limited time LDV will offer it for $49,990 drive-away.
The top-spec Evolve costs $55,990 drive-away for ABN holders, reduced to $54,990 for a limited time.
For context, the 2025 T60 Max Plus lineup is currently being offered from $45,490 drive-away for ABN holders.
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LDV has yet to announce pricing for the eTerron 9, the new ute's electric twin and the replacement for the pioneering eT60 electric ute, the only 2WD version of the T60.
With a 2.5-litre turbo-diesel engine producing 163kW of power and 520Nm of torque, the Terron 9 outguns other four-cylinder utes including the Ford Ranger Bi-Turbo (154kW/500Nm) as well as the T60 Max (160kW/500Nm).
Only the Toyota HiLux GR Sport has it beat among four-cylinder diesel utes, producing 165kW and 550Nm.
The Terron 9 matches most of its rivals with a braked towing capacity of 3500kg, as well as payload of between 1005kg and 1100kg.
The new ute has a body 97mm wider than the T60, while in terms of wheelbase and overall length it slots in between the current T60 Plus and T60 Mega Tub Plus. Supplied Credit: CarExpert
That makes it close in size (not to mention price) to the GWM Cannon Alpha, which is 5445mm long, 1991mm wide and 1924mm tall on a 3350mm wheelbase.
'We want to make sure when a ute buyer walks into an LDV showroom, we have a vehicle that offers value across a range of price points,' said LDV Australia general manager Dinesh Chinnappa.
'We are not going to leave our traditional ute buyers behind. Rather, the LDV Terron ute series will broaden our offering across the ute segment.
'We have seen the ute market evolve in recent years, including in the tradie and workhorse space.
'These customers work hard and are often on the road all day, and they appreciate space and comfort as much as family buyers do. So the new-generation LDV Terron 9 has been developed to reflect the changing demands on these vehicles.' Supplied Credit: CarExpert Supplied Credit: CarExpert
The LDV Terron 9 will soon be offered in MG showrooms too, as the U9 (above right). The rebadged ute is set to launch in Australia during the fourth quarter of 2025, though MG has yet to announce pricing and specifications.
LDV and MG are both owned by Chinese automaker SAIC Motor, but MG distributes its own vehicles in Australia while the LDV brand is handled here by independent importer Ateco Automotive.
As mentioned, for a limited time at participating dealers the Origin will be priced at $49,990 drive-away for ABN holders, with the Evolve priced at $54,990 drive-away.
The LDV Terron 9 features four-wheel disc brakes and, like most utes in this segment, has leaf-spring rear suspension. Supplied Credit: CarExpert
The Terron 9 is offered in a single dual-cab pickup body style. Supplied Credit: CarExpert
The LDV Terron 9 is backed by a seven-year, 200,000km warranty. Supplied Credit: CarExpert
The first service is required at 12 months or 10,000km, whichever comes first, with subsequent visits required every 12 months or 15,000km.
LDV Australia hasn't confirmed any capped-price servicing scheme.
The LDV Terron 9 has yet to be tested by safety authority ANCAP. Supplied Credit: CarExpert
Standard safety equipment across the range includes: Autonomous emergency braking
Adaptive cruise control
Blind-spot monitoring
Driver attention alert
Lane-keep assist
Rear cross-traffic alert
Safe exit warning
Front, front-side and curtain airbags
Front centre airbag
Surround-view camera
Front and rear parking sensors
Tyre pressure monitoring
There are two trim levels in the Terron 9 lineup. Supplied Credit: CarExpert Supplied Credit: CarExpert Supplied Credit: CarExpert
The base Origin comes standard with the following equipment: 18-inch alloy wheels
265/65/18 highway terrain tyres
Full-size spare tyre on matching alloy wheel
Tow bar and wiring harness
Rear differential lock
Side steps
Spray-in tub liner
Black roof rails
Locking tailgate with spring lift assistance
Automatic bi-LED headlights
Rain-sensing wipers
12.3-inch digital instrument cluster
12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system
Wired and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
4-speaker sound system
Cloth upholstery
6-way power-adjustable front seats
2 x USB-A outlets
2 x USB-C outlets
1 x 12V outlet
ISOFIX and top-tether child seat anchor points for outboard rear seats
The Evolve adds: 20-inch alloy wheels
275/55/20 highway terrain tyres
Locking front differential
Trailer back-up assistance
Power-folding exterior mirrors
Cargo bed lighting
Cargo rails
8-speaker JBL sound system
8-way power-adjustable front seats
Heated and ventilated front seats
Massaging front seats
Heated rear seats
Ambient lighting
White is the standard exterior paint finish. Supplied Credit: CarExpert
The following metallic and premium finishes are available for an additional $500: Black
Desert Yellow
Spruce Green
Jewel Blue
Concrete Grey
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