An example of this is a Ute I drove recently the FOTON Tunland V7 2WD. This is a dual cab Ute with a tub.

The Tunland is a new entrant to the market. It sits between the normal sized Utes like a HiLux or Navara and the large American pickup trucks.

It does however have the Pickup truck feel about it in design. I like the big bold grill with vertically stacked LED headlights. They provide excellent illumination by the way.

Interior space and ambience is SUV like. Normal Ute buyers will be surprised by just how much room there is. Front seats are synthetic leather trim and provide a good balance of comfort and support.

The tub is large at 1577mm long and 1650 mm wide. Between the wheel arches there is 1240mm, enough to fit a pallet.

Tub depth is 530mm which is both good and bad. It allows for huge capacity but causes some access issues from the side.

Payload is a handy 1116 kg.

Power comes from a 2.0 L 48V mild hybrid diesel engine. There is 120kW of power and 450Nm of torque from 1500rpm available. This droves the rear wheels through a ZF 8 Sp AT.

Let’s look at the price. At just under $40,000 plus the usual costs its stunning value for money.

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There are four models. These include the work style V7 in both 2wd and 4WD versions. The V9 comes in two different 4WD spec versions.

All comes with the same 2.0L 48V mild hybrid turbo diesel engine. This provides 120kW of power and 450Nm of torque from a low 1500rpm.

This is combined with a specially calibrated 8 speed ZF Automatic Transmission.

Some would say that 120kW isn’t enough power. And im amongst them, But for all but very few situations its adequate. Interestingly with the draconian NVES legislation, many Ute manufacturers are now offering a 120kW version.

Over the last four weeks I’ve driven each version.

For testing I’ve towed a smaller camper trailer, driven them on forest trails and the beach. Taken a longer motorway based trip. Used them for everyday transport and moved heavy loads in the Ute tub.

I’ve used the tailgate as a picnic table to watch sunsets over the beach and even put the grandsons baby seat in the back.

With a SUV like interior and abundant space for five occupants the FOTON Tunland is definitely different.

The big surprise if the stunning pricing. From $39,990 through to $49,990 plus the usual costs its outstanding value.

Overall, the FOTON Tunland may just be the perfect lifestyle Ute.

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While the Ute segment is growing in terms of participants, there is a definite development of subsections.

The first is on size. The mid-sized segment includes the: MGU9, GWM Cannon Alpha and LDV Terron9,

However, if you also look at pricing and engine figures there are some other alternatives such as: KGM Musso XLV Ultimate, the new Isuzu D-MAX 2.2L powered Utes and the same for 2.2L Mazda BT-50,

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The interior space and ambience is impressive.

There are four models available. Catering more for the commercial market, the V7 comes in both 2WD and 4WD versions. They have leaf spring rigid axle rear suspension for heavy-duty work.

Catering more for the recreational market is the V9. Two models are available both with 4WD. The V9 comes with multi-link coil rear suspension for enhanced ride, comfort, and handling.

Both models come with a 2.0L four cylinder turbo diesel engine with 48V mild hybrid system, . providing 120 kW of power and 450 Nm of torque. This is matched to an eight speed ZF automatic transmission.

Depending on the model there is selectable 4WD and up to six selectable drive modes.

Overall, the Tunland has excellent ride and handling and is comfortable of main roads, motorways, forest trails, beaches, and more adventurous drives.

The real surprise is the pricing. From $39,990 for the 2WD V7 through to $49,990 for the top spec 4WD V9. All plus the usual cists. Those prices are absolutely stunning value for money.

The FOTON Tunland is definitely worth a test drive.

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FOTON Tunland specifications sheet can be found HERE 

FOTON Tunland dimensions and weights can be found HERE 

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Foton Tunland Buyers could also look at:

While the Ute segment is growing in terms of participants, there is a definite development of subsections.

The first is on size. The mid-sized segment includes the: MGU9, GWM Cannon Alpha and LDV Terron9

However, if you also look at pricing and engine figures there are some other alternatives such as: KGM Musso XLV Ultimate, the new Isuzu D-MAX 2.2L powered Utes and the same for 2.2L Mazda BT-50,

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