The LDV Ute has undergone some revisions, including some new visual cues, new safety and specification features, and a new driver-focused cockpit design.
Called the LDV T60 Max Plus, the new variant is the halo model for the T60 range and new addition highlights include 12.3-inch central touchscreen, 12.3-inch driver instrument cluster, lockable tailgate, heated and power-folding side mirrors, electric power steering and park brake, and multi-link rear suspension.
In addition, Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB), Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Keep Assist, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are now standard on automatic transmission models.
The T60 Max Plus retains the 2-litre, 4-cylinder bi-turbo diesel engine delivering 160kW and 500Nm. LDV said the T60 Max Plus has benefited from remapped engine software.
Fuel consumption on the combined cycle is a claimed 9.3L/100km for the manual and 8.9L/100km for the automatic.
For the first time, the T60 Max Plus also comes with multi-link rear suspension, and there’s an Intelligent Real-Time Torque on Demand system – an on-demand rear differential lock – from BorgWarner. The driver can also manually select high-speed 2WD, high-speed 4WD and low speed 4WD.
The T60 Max Plus has a plenty of passive and active safety measures, including Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) and there is standard Adaptive Cruise Control (operating from 8-130km/h) and Lane Keep Assist (from 60km/h). Also included are LED daytime running lights, front and rear parking sensors, 360-degree panoramic camera, and Fatigue Reminder. Six airbags (driver and front passenger, side airbags, and full-length curtain bags), Electronic Brake Assist (EBA), Hill Descent Control (HDC), and a new electronic power steering system are also here.
Inside, the T60 Max Plus features a new dashboard design that curves around the driver and includes the integration of a new 12.3-inch infotainment and driver display. A new operating system supports a revised graphics suite.
A repositioned column-mounted gearshift creates additional storage space in the central tunnel. This extra space allows for a raised wireless charging pad to sit alongside the 2WD and 4WD high/low selector. The T60 Max Plus also has three USB ports.
LDV said there is additional sound-proofing material between the engine and the bulkhead.
On the outside, the T60 Max Plus sports a tough new look with black gloss grille, door handles, door mirror covers (now auto folding with heating), side trim and rear bumper.
There’s a lockable tailgate, spray-in tub liner, and four tie-down points.
Payload for the manual is 840kg and 830kg for the automatic, while the Mega Tub Plus is 800kg. All have a max braked towing capacity of 3,000kg.
Driveaway ABN holder pricing begins with $45,990 for the manual, $47,990 for the automatic, and $49,490 for the Megatub automatic.
All LDV T60s come with a 7-year / 200,000km (whichever occurs first) warranty and 5-year / unlimited kilometre Roadside Assist.
Source: Motor Trader e-Magazine (June 2024)
26 June 2024