The LDV Terron 9, the Chinese automaker’s flagship bakkie, will be officially unveiled at the Kyalami Festival of Motoring on August 28. Positioned above the popular LDV T60, the Terron 9 aims to compete in Eswatini and regional markets with established premium bakkies such as the Ford Ranger Platinum, Volkswagen Amarok, and GWM P500.
Three trim levels will be available for the South African-spec model: Elite, Luxury, and Premium. All variants are powered by LDV’s new 2.5-litre turbodiesel engine, developed in-house. While detailed engine specs for the local market have not been released, the Australian version delivers 163kW of power and 520Nm of torque. Power is distributed either to the rear wheels or all four wheels through an eight-speed automatic transmission.
The Terron 9 measures 5,500 mm in length with a 3,300 mm wheelbase. Its height stands at 1,874 mm and width at 1,997 mm. Ground clearance is rated at 220 mm, while towing capacity reaches 3,500 kg. Payload capacity varies between 1,005 kg and 1,100 kg depending on configuration. Off-road capability includes a 500 mm water fording depth and approach, breakover, and departure angles of 29, 20, and 25 degrees respectively.
Inside, Australian models come equipped with options such as 18 or 20-inch alloy wheels, JBL sound systems ranging from four to eight speakers, dual 12.3-inch digital displays, ambient lighting, and rubberised loadbins. Comfort features include heated, ventilated, and massaging front seats, bi-LED headlights, and heated rear seats. Safety technology is comprehensive, with a 360-degree camera, parking sensors, tyre pressure monitoring, Adaptive Cruise Control, Autonomous Emergency Braking, Driver Attention Alert, and various lane and traffic assistance systems.
LDV is also preparing to launch an electric version of the Terron 9, known as the eTerron 9, which was first showcased earlier this year at the Nampo Agricultural Expo in Bothaville, Free State.
Although Australian prices range between approximately R591,000 and R650,000, local market estimates suggest the Terron 9 could be priced between R820,000 and R850,000 in Eswatini, building on the T60’s pricing which starts at around R480,000.
Consumers and industry watchers are expected to get full pricing and specification details once the Terron 9 is officially revealed at Kyalami later this month.
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