GWM’s new Cannon Alpha is set to arrive in Australia around the middle of the year.
The company says the ute will be available with a choice of hybrid and diesel powertrains and in hybrid guise will be the brand’s sixth ‘New Energy Vehicle’ (NEV), joining the Jolion Hybrid, H6 Hybrid, Tank 300 Hybrid, Tank 500 Hybrid, and Ora EV.
Power for the hybrid will come from a 2-litre turbo petrol hybrid/electric motor system offering combined outputs of 255kW and 648Nm of torque. The 2.4 litre turbo diesel will deliver 135kW of power and 480Nm of torque. Both are mated to a 9-speed automatic transmission.
Maximum braked towing capacity for both powertrains is 3500kg.
The Cannon Alpha features a new intelligent All-Terrain system with three driving modes, offers locking front and rear differentials and Borg Warner 4×4 transfer case.
Also available is a 60/40 split rear tailgate, which can be opened in two ways. A short press on the button on the rear tailgate provides access to the rear tub via the 60/40 opening while a longer press on the same button opens the full tailgate while being supported by a soft-open feature.
Overall length is 5445mm (35mm longer than Cannon Ute), width is 1991mm (57mm wider than Cannon Ute) and height is 1924mm (38mm taller than Cannon Ute). Wheelbase of 3350mm is also longer than that of existing Cannon Ute (by 120mm).
GWM says these larger dimensions allow for a roomier cabin – a cabin which is fitted with features and technology such as a 14.6-inch infotainment touchscreen, 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, 10-speaker Infinity premium audio, wireless phone charging plus heated, ventilated and massaging front seats in luxurious Nappa leather (grade dependent).
Pricing and full feature list of the Cannon Alpha will be available closer to launch.
Source: Motor Trader e-Magazine (April 2024)
24 April 2024