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The Foton Tunland V7 Interior – Spacious and comfortable

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Foton Tunland V7 interior – We have spent a few weeks in the Foton Tunland V7 and today lets chat about the interior.

First impressions are of luxury and space. Remember the V7 is the entry level model, aimed at tradies, workers and ruffed 4WD adventures.

However, it feels more like a luxury SUV inside. With synthetic leather trim, supportive seats and large digital driver instrument panel.

Even though the front seats have manual adjustments its easy to find a comfortable driving position. With enough seat slide and height and reach adjustable steering wheel im right at home.

The 12.3 inch drivers instrument panel is configurable with a number of options. Most drivers will find what they like and leave it there.

The 14.6 inch central touch screen has excellent clarity. There has been a lot of work done to make the user interface easy and intuitive. Wireless Apple CarPlay connectivity is a bonus, but it does miss out on Android Auto.

Rear seats have enough room for my 190cm frame to sit comfortably. There are isofix and top tether points on the two outer seats. With a long wheelbase and abundant rear seat room, placing a bay seat there is so much easier than a normal Ute.

The rear seats lift up and fold down for greater practicality and flexibility.

Overall, the interior of the V7 is a cut above what you would expect for a work Ute.

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Im Rob Fraser

Readers can see the full specifications Foton Tunland HERE

A full review of the Foton Tunland can be found HERE.

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What is good?

Absolutely stunning value for money
Stylish mid-sized design
Interior space, comfort, and ambience.

What is not so good?

It’s underpowered for heavy duty work. Would love 20% more power.
No front massage seats ( I know that’s fussy ????)
Rated for 3500kg towing but better suited to 2500kg.

Foton Tunland – Buyers could also look at:

Buyers of the Foton Tunland are in a rapidly growing segment.

Potential choices could be.

Some other Foton Tunland Articles

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The Foton Tunland V7 4WD capability

admin — Wed, 26 Aug 2026 20:00:40 +0000

The Foton Tunland V7 4WD is a capable dual-cab Ute designed to combine everyday practicality with genuine off-road ability.

This 4WD capability comes from the combination of

A Borg Warner dual range 4WD system,
Dana Axles and diffs with a Rear diff lock, a
ZF 8 speed Automatic transmission, and
All Terrain tyres as standard
Foton Tunland combines the best of available technology.

For off-road driving, the Tunland V7 offers a useful 28-degree approach angle, allowing it to climb steep embankments and obstacles with less risk of the front bumper making contact. At the rear, its 26-degree departure angle helps when driving down steep slopes or over uneven terrain. The 21-degree ramp-over, or breakover, angle indicates how well the Ute can cross a crest without the centre underside of the vehicle touching the ground.

Ground clearance is a solid 240mm, providing useful space between the underbody and rocks, ruts and other obstacles. The V7 also has a quoted 700mm wading depth, and excellent wheel articulation, further highlighting its off-road credentials.

To put that into perspective the ground clearance is more than most Ford Ranger or Toyota HiLux models.

Also, the Tunland V7 has a larger tub capacity, higher payload and substantially more interior room.

Priced from $42,990 plus the usual costs. You could buy a Tunland V7 and a camper trailer for the price of a mid-spec Ford Ranger.

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Im Rob Fraser

Readers can see the full specifications Foton Tunland HERE

A full review of the Foton Tunland can be found HERE.

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What is good?

Absolutely stunning value for money
Stylish mid-sized design
Interior space, comfort, and ambience.

What is not so good?

It’s underpowered for heavy duty work. Would love 20% more power.
No front massage seats ( I know that’s fussy ????)
Rated for 3500kg towing but better suited to 2500kg.

Foton Tunland – Buyers could also look at:

Buyers of the Foton Tunland are in a rapidly growing segment.

Potential choices could be.

Some other Foton Tunland Articles

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Foton V7 4WD Dual Cab Ute exterior features

admin — Sun, 16 Aug 2026 20:00:53 +0000

The Foton V7 features a bold and modern exterior design that combines rugged durability with premium styling. Its large front grille creates a strong road presence, while the chrome detailing and prominent Foton badge give the vehicle a refined, contemporary appearance.

The sculpted bonnet adds to its muscular stance, enhancing both aesthetics and the impression of strength.

The front of the V7 is equipped with LED headlights and distinctive daytime running lights, providing excellent visibility while giving the vehicle a sharp, modern look.

Integrated front fog lamps improve visibility in poor weather conditions, adding both practicality and safety.

Along the sides, the V7 features pronounced wheel arches, stylish alloy wheels, and strong body lines that emphasise its robust pickup design. Side steps provide easier access to the cabin while complementing the vehicle’s rugged appearance.

Body-coloured door handles and mirrors contribute to a more premium finish, while power-adjustable mirrors improve convenience for the driver.

At the rear, the V7 includes a durable cargo tub designed for work and recreational use, complete with a sturdy tailgate and integrated rear bumper. LED taillights enhance visibility and provide a modern final addition.

Roof rails and practical tie-down points further increase versatility, making the Foton V7 suitable for transporting equipment, luggage, or outdoor gear while maintaining an attractive and confident exterior design.

Next week we look at inside the Foton V7

Readers can see the full specifications Foton Tunland HERE

A full review of the Foton Tunland can be found HERE.

TO LISTEN TO THE Foton Tunland V7 – RADIO REVIEW CLICK BELOW

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What is good?

Absolutely stunning value for money
Stylish mid-sized design
Interior space, comfort, and ambience.

What is not so good?

It’s underpowered for heavy duty work. Would love 20% more power.
No front massage seats ( I know that’s fussy ????)
Rated for 3500kg towing but better suited to 2500kg.

Foton Tunland – Buyers could also look at:

Buyers of the Foton Tunland are in a rapidly growing segment.

Potential choices could be.

Some other Foton Tunland Articles

Radio Segments Motoring Minute

Motoring Minute is heard around Australia every day on over 120 radio channels.

Motoring Minute has an average daily audience of over 550,000 listeners.

Listeners will find Motoring Minute syndicated through various news sites around Australia. Additionally on the Community Radio Network across Australia.

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Foton Tunland first drive for 2025

admin — Sun, 02 Nov 2025 20:00:24 +0000

FOTON Tunland – FOTON has returned to the Australian market with the release of Tunland Ute. This Ute sits in that mid-sized market segment. It’s larger than the normal HiLux or Navara range. Yet slightly smaller than the American Pickup Trucks.

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

Readers can find more details about the FOTON Tunland HERE.

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What is good?

Absolutely stunning value for money
Stylish mid-sized design
Interior space, comfort, and ambience.
Ride and handling

What is not so good?

It’s underpowered for heavy duty work.
No front massage seats ( I know that’s fussy ????)
No aftermarket accessories yet – coming through

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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