Nice Wall Motor (GWM) Australia has introduced full pricing and specification for its all-new three-variant Ute 4×4 dual-cab pick-up vary, which arrives in showrooms this month priced from $33,990 driveaway for the entry-level Cannon.
The mid-spec Cannon-L asks $37,990 driveaway, whereas the Cannon-X tops the vary at $40,990 driveaway.
Its new pricing strikes the Ute a good distance upmarket from the budget-oriented Steed workhorse it replaces, which was priced between $17,990 and $30,990 driveaway with the selection of single- or dual-cab physique types and 4×2 or 4×4 drivelines.
The pricing construction nonetheless makes the Ute one of the vital value-oriented in its section, with competitors coming from the likes of the LDV T60 ($30,516-$42,095 d/a), Mahindra Pik-Up dual-cab 4×4 ($32,990 d/a) and SsangYong Musso ($30,490-$39,990 plus on-roads).
GWM Australia has foregone the extra inexpensive single-cab and 4×2 variants, selecting solely to deliver the extra well-liked and lifestyle-oriented 4×4 dual-cab grades.
The brand new GWM Ute measures in 5410mm lengthy, 1934mm tall and 1886mm extensive with a 3230mm wheelbase, making it marginally bigger than the equal Toyota HiLux in all dimensions.
Floor clearance is pegged at 194mm, with the Ute using on double-wishbone entrance and leaf-sprung rear suspension.
Stopping energy comes from four-wheel disc brakes.
All variations of the Ute are powered by the identical engine – particularly a 2.0-litre turbo-diesel four-cylinder mill producing 120kW/400Nm, driving all 4 wheels solely through an eight-speed ZF computerized transmission.
Gasoline financial system is pegged at 9.4 litres per 100km, whereas off-roading is aided by a low-range switch case, Torque On Demand tech, hill descent management, hill begin help and a rear differential lock.
The diesel mill’s outputs are down barely on the 4×4 pick-up business customary – someplace round 140kW/450Nm – which probably contributes to the Ute’s focused 3000kg braked towing capability (pending homologation), down 500kg on the section leaders.
The Chinese language car-maker has indicated previously that it plans to introduce a larger-displacement diesel engine in some unspecified time in the future, with a focused torque determine of round 480-500Nm.
GWM has not skimped on security tools for the Ute, with all variants set to function autonomous emergency braking with pedestrian and bike owner detection, lane departure warning, lane hold help, lane change help, rear cross-traffic alert, adaptive cruise management, visitors signal recognition, tyre stress monitoring, reversing digital camera, passenger-side kerbside digital camera, rear parking sensors and 7 airbags.
The entry-level Cannon is identifiable from the surface by its 18-inch alloys, computerized LED headlights, daytime working lights, foglights with auto steering operate, body-coloured bumpers, wheelarches and mirrors, power-adjustable door mirrors, facet steps and a sharkfin antenna.
Inside, the Cannon scores a 9.0-inch LCD touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 3.5-inch color instrument cluster show, Eco Leather-based upholstery, air-con, steering wheel controls and paddle shifters, 12V energy outlet, two entrance and one rear USB port, keyless entry and push-button begin.
Subsequent up, the mid-spec Cannon-L introduces premium 18-inch wheels, a sports activities bar, spray-in tubliner, simple up/down tailgate, a cargo ladder, chrome entrance grille, door handles and mirrors, electrical folding door mirrors and roof racks.
It additionally scores a leather-wrapped steering wheel, heated entrance seats, six-way energy adjustable driver’s seat, computerized local weather management with rear AC vents, entrance parking sensors, surround-view monitor, privateness glass, anti-glare rearview mirror and a 220V energy outlet.
The highest-spec Cannon-X provides leather-based upholstery, tilt/slide adjustable steering, 7.0-inch color instrument cluster show, wi-fi charging, four-way adjustable passenger seat, energy help steering modes, door open warning, second-row 60/40 fold seat and voice recognition.
All Ute fashions include a seven-year/limitless kilometre guarantee and 5 years of roadside help.
To the tip of October, GWM Australia has offered a mixed 1485 autos, up 26.1 per cent over the identical interval in 2019.
2020 GWM Ute driveaway pricing
| Cannon (a) | $33,990 |
| Cannon-L (a) | $37,990 |
| Cannon-X (a) | $40,990 |
