Review LDV T60 Max 2023

of China LDV created a strength after the last few years on a budget, rudimentary but ready T60 dual cabin – searched about 25,000 buyers as of September 2017.

As well as cutting Mitsubishi Tritonthe T60 max New car smell offer and new car warranty at original price for 10 years Toyota Hilux goes with both – using today’s surging used car market as a basis of comparison.

The 2023 updates are barely shocking for the updated T60 Max model first arrived in november 2021But there are a few things worth mentioning: Increased prices, longer warranties, sportier-looking Luxe and some bath updates, for example.

We recently attended an LDV event to drive the updated diesel T60 Max as well as a trio of new electric vehicles – the eT60 EV female, electronic 9 vans, and MIFA 9 moving person.

However, our driving experience was rather brief as these launch events are often the way it is, meaning this review will cover the key specs and some quick observations about the vehicle. efficiency.

However, below is our detailed performance video of the mechanically identical MY22 T60 Max and will give you proper guidance.

How much does LDV T60 Max cost?

Price increases by $4000 for ABN holders and $4210 for private buyers.

Price LDV T60 Max 2023:

• LDV T60 Max Pro User Manual: $41,042 ($38,990 with ABN)
• Auto LDV T60 Max Pro: $43,148 ($40,990 with ABN)
• LDV T60 Max Luxe User Manual: $45,779 ($43,490 with ABN)
• Auto LDV T60 Max Luxe: $47,884 ($45,490 with ABN)

All prices are drive away

You should try to bid the ABN regardless. LDV Australia believes the Pro auto will be the best-selling variant, which should not surprise anyone.

What’s inside the LDV T60 Max?

It’s not the most comfortable driving position due to the absence of telescopic steering wheel adjustment, but the practical wheel design and use of leather trim make for an upgrade.

Some of the plastic used on the dashboard, bodywork, switches and lower door sections and tunnels feels cheap. Sure, you can rightly say ‘what do you expect?’, but I note that also the budget GWM Ute and SsangYong Musso feels more upscale inside.

The 10.25-inch touchscreen multimedia system looks classy and offers acceptable graphics, although its processing power is just average.

Instead of sat-nav, you get wired full-screen Apple CarPlay (Android users will need to dock their device to see the map) and there’s a menu under the digital toolbar that’s simple enough to access settings family.

The 360-degree camera system on the Luxe is not outstandingly sharp in terms of resolution, but still a handy feature to have. I made a few phone calls, and while the recipient said my audio wasn’t perfect, conversations went smoothly over Bluetooth.

The climate control system is adjusted by pressing the glossy plastic underneath the touchscreen, with no haptic feedback, then confirming the adjustment on the touchscreen. Please give me dials and buttons.

There are a bunch of buttons along the center tunnel next to the gearshift lever, for controlling the lane keep bell, downhill assist control, ESP, diesel particulate filter (DPF) and driving modes.

In recognition of its credit, LDV has moved the indicator lever to the right side of the column, which is not something all vehicles originally developed for the left-hand drive market can claim. Honestly, this isn’t a problem that worries me too much, but I know for some people it’s a real dilemma.

The rear seats – a key buying factor driving the popularity of this body style across the market – are pretty good. I’m 194cm tall so my driver’s seat is pushed back but I still find the headroom and rear legroom more than enough for my needs.

Rear occupants also have a central armrest with cup holders, rear 12V battery, reading lights, handles and rear vents. Some big guy will be sitting there happy enough if you’re going up the corner to smoke or go camping.

Bath measures 1510mm . wide via depth 530mm via 1485mm . long. yes 1131mm space between wheel covers. There are four struts, a great spray liner that’s better than drop-in, and a new powered or damped rear door.

From a usability perspective, give me the T60 Max Pro’s sports bar compared to Luxe’s ​​slightly attempted hovercraft.

What’s under the bonnet?

No changes on last year’s model.

This means a 2.0 liter twin-turbo diesel engine make a strong 160kW power (4000rpm) and 500Nm torque (1500rpm) – power outclasses any four-cylinder competitor and equally best-in-class torque.

Certainly impressive numbers on paper and some better margins than the Triton (133kW and 430Nm), SsangYong Musso (133kW and 420Nm) and the GWM Ute Cannon (120kW and 400Nm).

The LDV diesel is mated to a six-speed manual or eight-speed automatic – the latter is supplied by Germany’s ZF, now offering paddle shifters for MY23. All T60 Max models are 4×4.

Standard is a torque-on-demand AWD mode from BorgWarner for off-road driving, alongside the more conventional 2WD (2H), 50:50 locked 4WD (4H) and low-range (4L) 4WD settings. Luxe adds a self-locking rear differential on request.

The declared fuel consumption on the combined cycle is 9.2 liters/100km for instructions and 9.3L/100km for auto, and tank shops 73L of diesel oil.

LDV declares a 3000kg traction capacity with a trailer with brakes, reducing 500kg compared to the standard of the vehicle class.

THAN: Explanation of 4WD modes – differential lock, 2H, 4H, 4L and downhill control

How does the LDV T60 Max drive?

The hydraulic power steering is heavier than the latest electric systems, and you feel more of an impact on your hands from the road or trail.

The diesel provides some muscle when you’re rolling and trying to overtake, however, there’s some noticeable lag in either Power or Eco modes – due to the twin turbochargers, throttle control or both. .

It’s also pretty noisy by today’s standards, but given the nature of its work, I’m less inclined to kick it too much for this.

We don’t drive a manual transmission, but the ZF’s eight-speed automatic is a fitting kit, and the paddle shifters add an extra layer of interactivity.

I didn’t get a chance to do any performance testing on this launch, but with the MY22 model with the same engine, I managed to hit a 0-100 km/h time of just 11 seconds.

The T60 Max Pro comes with a heavy-duty double wishbone front suspension and rear leaf spring suspension, while the Luxe’s ​​kit is said to be more focused on comfort. We only drove the Luxe during the short launch event.

This also explains why the T60 Max Pro has 925-935kg load, compared to a decent measles 750kg for Luxe. The corresponding GVMs are 3050kg (Professional and 2900kg (Luxe) and the corresponding GCMs are 6050kg and 5900kg.

T60 Max was never composed as one Ford Ranger on rough asphalt or wavy gravel, and it feels quite lively in the rear at idle, but that’s not the case. most also uncomfortable from a suspension tone perspective.

Unlike some ute cars that still use rear drums, it is commendable that the LDV has front and rear discs.

The inclusion of a road-capable 4×4 system instead of the most welcome part-time full setup, as well as the maintenance of the traditional 4H system for predictable torque splits .

The approach angle of the T60 Max is 27 degreesits departure angle 24.2 degreesIts clearance is 215mmits rotation is 12.6mand the maximum wading depth is 550mm.

We navigated some muddy trails with a few ramps, in the NSW suburb of Bowral, and to its credit, the T60 Max navigated everything without a hitch.

The Luxe’s ​​rear differential lock works at low speeds on its own when the T60 Max’s brain detects different wheel speeds active, even though it reacts and kicks in vigorously. Better than nothing, but a convertible is better.

While the T60 Max Pro seemed to run on cheap Giti tires, our test car Luxe rolled on highway-biased Continental ContiSportContact rubber.

All in all, the LDV does what you’d want a dual-cab to do, it just does it without the comfort or sophistication of the latest generation segment leaders.

As for long-term reliability, it’s harder to say, but SAIC Motor (LDV’s parent company) places its money when it comes to warranties.

You get what?

Highlights of LDV T60 Max Pro:

• 17-inch alloy wheels
• spare steel
• LED headlights with dusk sensor
• LED daytime running lights
• Rear parking sensor
• Rain sensor wipers
• Spray bed sheets
• 4 x drum fastening points
• Single forward recovery point
• Matte silver grille
• Handlebars and mirrors of the same body color
• Soft release rear trunk – new for MY23
• Side step – new for MY23
• Roof rails – new for MY23
• Sports bar in the tub – new for MY23
• Height-adjustable handlebars
• AC . Climate Control
• Passive cruise control
• Fabric seat decoration with manual adjustment
• 10.25 inch touch screen
• Apple CarPlay
• Sound system 6 speakers
• Reverse camera
• Socket 1 x 12V, 2 x USB
• New leather-wrapped wheels – new for MY23
• Automatic gear shifter – new for MY23

LDV T60 Max Luxe adds:

• Smart key access and push-button start
• Differential lock on request rear
• Air strut for bonnet
• black grille
• Auto-folding rearview mirror
• 19-inch alloy wheels – new for MY23
• Seaplane – new for MY23
• The surrounding black wheel arches – new for MY23
• 360 degree camera view
• Lane departure warning
• Automatic anti-glare rearview mirror
• Leather seats
• Electric heated front seats

Color

• White white
• gray lava
• black metal
• green pearl
• orange maple leaves

Is LDV T60 Max safe?

T60 max carry through ANCAP 2017 five-star accident rating achieved by the pre-renovation model.

However, there is little active safety equipment available – meaning no automatic emergency braking, active lane keeping, adaptive cruise control or blind spot monitoring.

This means that while it may tick the necessary personnel boxes, it will not meet the latest five-star requirements if it were re-checked today.

Standard safety equipment includes:

• Front, front and curtain airbags
• Top-tether and ISOFIX neo anchor point
• Reverse camera
• Rear parking sensor

The Luxe also has a surround-view camera and a lane-departure warning system.

How much does it cost to run LDV T60 Max?

LDV offers a good Warranty 7 years with 200,000 km traveledas well as a 5-year or 130,000 km roadside assistance plan.

The MY22 models only have a five-year warranty, with the new package sure to offer more peace of mind. Surely it will help the rest a bit too.

Maintenance intervals are listed as 12 months or 15,000 km, apart from the first inspection within 5000 km. The brand’s website has nothing to do with the limited-price service.

CarExpert undertakes LDV T60 Max

The price increase makes the LDV T60 Max less of a bargain than it used to be, but in context they are nothing out of the ordinary.

It’s not hard to see why people look at the T60 Max with its paper-based growl, acceptable off-road ability, and long-term warranty.

It’s still rugged in terms of ride and feel inside, but it’s important to remember that its competitors are often well-used cars as well as new cars.

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THAN: Everything LDV T60 Max