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The Advertiser
3 days ago
- Automotive
- The Advertiser
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. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. 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. 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." 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. The Terron 9 is offered in a single dual-cab pickup body style. The LDV Terron 9 is backed by a seven-year, 200,000km warranty. 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. Standard safety equipment across the range includes: There are two trim levels in the Terron 9 lineup. The base Origin comes standard with the following equipment: The Evolve adds: White is the standard exterior paint finish. The following metallic and premium finishes are available for an additional $500: MORE: Everything LDV Content originally sourced from: 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. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. 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. 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." 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. The Terron 9 is offered in a single dual-cab pickup body style. The LDV Terron 9 is backed by a seven-year, 200,000km warranty. 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. Standard safety equipment across the range includes: There are two trim levels in the Terron 9 lineup. The base Origin comes standard with the following equipment: The Evolve adds: White is the standard exterior paint finish. The following metallic and premium finishes are available for an additional $500: MORE: Everything LDV Content originally sourced from: 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. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. 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. 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." 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. The Terron 9 is offered in a single dual-cab pickup body style. The LDV Terron 9 is backed by a seven-year, 200,000km warranty. 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. Standard safety equipment across the range includes: There are two trim levels in the Terron 9 lineup. The base Origin comes standard with the following equipment: The Evolve adds: White is the standard exterior paint finish. The following metallic and premium finishes are available for an additional $500: MORE: Everything LDV Content originally sourced from: 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. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. 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. 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." 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. The Terron 9 is offered in a single dual-cab pickup body style. The LDV Terron 9 is backed by a seven-year, 200,000km warranty. 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. Standard safety equipment across the range includes: There are two trim levels in the Terron 9 lineup. The base Origin comes standard with the following equipment: The Evolve adds: White is the standard exterior paint finish. The following metallic and premium finishes are available for an additional $500: MORE: Everything LDV Content originally sourced from:
7NEWS
3 days ago
- Automotive
- 7NEWS
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. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. 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. 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.' 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. Pricing 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. Drivetrains and Efficiency The LDV Terron 9 features four-wheel disc brakes and, like most utes in this segment, has leaf-spring rear suspension. Dimensions The Terron 9 is offered in a single dual-cab pickup body style. Servicing and Warranty The LDV Terron 9 is backed by a seven-year, 200,000km warranty. 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. Safety The LDV Terron 9 has yet to be tested by safety authority ANCAP. 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 Standard Equipment There are two trim levels in the Terron 9 lineup. 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 Colours White is the standard exterior paint finish. The following metallic and premium finishes are available for an additional $500: Black Desert Yellow Spruce Green Jewel Blue Concrete Grey
Perth Now
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Perth Now
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. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Supplied Credit: CarExpert 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 MORE: Everything LDV
NZ Autocar
12-06-2025
- Automotive
- NZ Autocar
Terron 9 Elite arrives and LDV is taking preorders
The LDV Terron 9 has dotted down in New Zealand in Elite specification and pricing kicks off at $59,990 plus on roads. Powering LDV's new full-sized ute is a 2.5L turbodiesel engine producing 164kW power and 520Nm torque. It has a maximum braked towing capacity of 3500kg. The 4WD workhorse comes with multiple terrain modes, and off-road expert information, including altitude, compass, wading sensor and approach angle. It also has an 1100kg payload, and a spray-on tray liner with four fixed tie-down points as standard. Inside are cloth seat covers, a six-way powered driver's seat, and a four-way manual adjustable passenger seat. Other features include a keyless entry and start, a surround camera, DRLs and LED headlights, dual 12.3-inch screens, and wireless phone hook up. Safety items include auto headlights and auto high beam assist, lane keeping, traffic sign recognition and blind spot monitoring. Kym Mellow, GM of Inchcape New Zealand which handles LDV product, introduced the model and announced pricing at Hamilton's Fieldays event. 'This Terron 9 ute is the ultimate reinforcement of LDV's brand DNA, in that it aims to be dependable, durable and value packed. It also offers up to 1100kg of payload and exceptional off-road capability thanks to its double-wishbone suspension up front and sturdy leaf spring suspension in the rear. Terron 9 comes backed by LDV's seven-year warranty, seven-year roadside assistance, and seven years of WOF, giving peace of mind for fleet companies, corporate customers and Kiwi families alike,' he added. The LDV Terron 9 Elite is now available for preorder here.
NZ Autocar
11-06-2025
- Automotive
- NZ Autocar
Reveals and deals at Fieldays this year
The National Fieldays kicked off in Hamilton today, thousands in attendance, many looking for a bargain on something. Billed as the Southern Hemisphere's largest agricultural event, all manner of machinery and farming innovations are on display, the vast majority of which a townie like myself knows absolutely nothing about. Amongst the farm machinery however are a few of the car brands with their latest wares on display. Fieldays is about as close to a car show there is in New Zealand, and this year there were a few new vehicles making their public debut. Among them is the LDV Terron 9, one big double cab ute that is landing at $59,990. Its 2.5-litre turbodiesel makes 163.5kW and 520Nm of torque and the Terron 9 has the usual 3500kg braked towing capacity. It's 5.5m long, and 1997mm wide with a 1100kg payload. 4WD is standard with multi-terrain modes. Along with dual 12.3-inch screens inside, there is wireless CarPlay and Android Auto and a 360 degree camera. Terron 9 is backed by a seven-year/200,000km warranty. There's just one variant at launch, and it will sell alongside the T60, which remains in the range as a (slightly) smaller double cab option for buyers. The Subaru Forester was also on display, the new generation making its debut as well. Leading the line up is a new and improved hybrid version touting Subaru's full time AWD system. The news is that supply will be limited as the Japanese market alone is already holding 15,000 orders for the new model, which is beyond the firm's yearly production capacity. So if you're interested, register your intent now. Find out all the details and pricing here. KGM, formerly known as SsangYong if you haven't been paying attention, pulled the covers off a new hybrid version of the Torres mid-sized SUV. At this stage, the details are scant, other than to say the brand will be testing the model locally and evaluating it for our market. But given the interest and rising demand for hybrid SUVs, you can bet it will be added to the local showroom at some point alongside the petrol and EV versions already on sale. Ford had its Ranger Super Duty on display, a pre-production model fitted with a locally-sourced work body on the rear. No word on pricing yet, but Ford sees opportunities with both the wellside version for those that like to tow and the cab chassis for more specialised work vehicles. Also new is the Transit Courier Trend, a city-friendly small van that is priced at $49,990. It has two rows of seats, the ones in the rear able to fold up out of the way to increase cargo space. It's powered by a 1.0-litre petrol turbo with 92kW and 170Nm and channels that to the front wheels via a seven-speed auto. It has dual sliding side doors and a pair of barn style doors on the rear. It looks to be a versatile machine that some businesses might find to be the right fit. There is also a passenger version called the Tourneo Courier Active at $55,990 with the same powertrain and sliding side doors but the interior is more civilised and there is a rear hatch. BYD had its Shark 6 on display, sporting a range of different canopy options and other accessories, among them one with a flat deck conversion. This is done by BYD NZ, which ensures the accessory power outlets, charge ports and venting fuel filler are all sorted properly. The deck on display wasn't cheap, some $15,990, due to the relocation of those things mentioned and others like the blind spot monitoring and reverse sensors. BYD NZ said that it expects to have a cab chassis Shark 6 available in the near future, costing between $1500 and $2000 less than the current wellside. Further down the line, expect single and extra cab versions of the Shark also. Next door you'll find GWM with its Cannon Alpha PHEV front and centre, another of the hybrid utes on display, with Ford also having its PHEV Ranger on show too. Toyota had a big presence with all manner of Cruisers and Hilux models decked out in accessories, and you get a deal on Triton at the Mitsubishi stand. JAC also has a big presence, with its PHEV ute on display, the Hunter, though that is not yet ready for sale, described as being in its prototype stage. Mahindra had its new XUV 3XO on site, read all about that here, and the massive GMC Yukon Denali was there too, read more about that here. Even Tesla was there, with its pointless Cybertruck, proving the brand must be in bad shape Fieldays is on now until 14 June at Mystery Creek, Hamilton.
