Affordable LDV T60 Double-Cab Bakkie Now in SA!

LDV's T60 Double-Cab Range is now on sale in Mzansi - and it's not expensive

Budget-minded bakkie lovers looking for a stylish yet affordable double-cab can now take the the new LDV T60 for a test drive at local dealerships.

LDV South Africa's 10-bakkie lineup is now available, with prices starting at R480,000 and options for both manual and automatic transmissions. 

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Who is LDV?

LDV boasts a long history dating back to 1896, when it began as a British manufacturer of steam-powered vans. Over the next century, LDV became part of the British Leyland/Rover Group, a major player in the UK automotive industry. In 1993, LDV emerged as a separate company following a management buyout and officially shortened its name.

The 1990s saw LDV establish itself as a successful European commercial vehicle manufacturer, supplying vans to prominent fleets. However, the global recession forced a halt to production in 2008. Thankfully, China's SAIC Motor, a giant automaker, acquired LDV in 2010, reviving the brand and opting to manufacture vehicles in China under their MAXUS subsidiary.

Now, in 2024, LDV arrives in South Africa with the T60 range of bakkies, marking a new chapter for the brand in the South African market.

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What's on offer in the LDV T60 range?

There's plenty to get excited about and to choose from, whether you're looking for a rear-wheel-driven workhorse that can also cart kids to school, a luxurious 4WD leisure bakkie that is as fashionable as it is functional, or something in-between.

The grade walk starts off with Elite, then Pro, then MAX Pro, and finally, the range-topping MAX Luxe derivatives.

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Grade Walk

Standard features across the T60 range

Comfort features include cruise control, Bluetooth connectivity, air conditioning, power steering, satellite controls on the steering wheel, and electric windows, while safety equipment include front and side bolster airbags, disc brakes, three multi-point rear seatbelts, ISOFIX child seat anchorage points, Electronic Stability Control (ESC), ABS and EBD. The T60 has a five-star ANCAP safety rating.

LDV T60 Elite

• The T60 Elite is the entry-level option.
• It's available in rear-wheel drive or four-wheel drive with a choice of six-speed manual or auto gearboxes.
• It's powered by a 2.0-litre, 120 kW/375 Nm Euro IV turbo-diesel engine.
• It offers ECO, NORMAL, and POWER driving modes.
• Four-wheel-drive T60 Elite models have electronic shift-on-the-fly for different driving conditions. (4L can be selected at a standstill.)
• Standard features include a seven-inch touchscreen infotainment system with a reversing camera, USB data and charging port, and 12V power socket.
• Towing capacity is 750 kg unbraked and 2500 kg, braked.
  
• Payload: 1110 kg

The T60 Elite is the cheapest model that will probably have buyers in a frenzy.

LDV T60 Pro

• Available only in four-wheel drive.
• It gets a larger grille with integrated daytime running lamps and fog lamps. Also has integrated fog lamps in the body-coloured bumper.
• Eighteen-inch alloy wheels are standard, along with arubberised load bin, chrome sports bar, side steps, and roof rails.
• Vegan leather seats, a 10.25-inch infotainment screen, and a reverse radar system that complements the rear-view camera.
• Features additional driver assistance systems, (ADAS) like driver fatigue monitoring, a tyre pressure sensor and lane departure warning.
• Mechanical self-locking rear differential and curtain airbags, bringing the number of airbags to six.
• Euro V version of the diesel engine in T60 Elite range with the same power figures.
• Towing capacity: 750kg unbraked, 3000 kg braked.
• Payload: 955 kg.

The T60 Pro is arguably the sweet spot in the range.

LDV T60 MAX 

• This is the most powerful model, with a hearty 160 kW/500 Nm 2.0-litre twin-turbo diesel engine for heavy-duty towing. This bakkie is highly popular in New Zealand, Australia and even the UAE.
• It's available in two trims: PRO and LUXE.
  
• Standard exterior features include shaped LED automatic headlamps with DRLs flanking the grille, with LED rear taillights at the back.
• The T60 MAX PRO gets a chrome sports bar and the range-topping MAX LUXE gets a moulded polyurethane sports bar. Both models' load bins are generously rubberised and feature a soft-close tailgate.
• MAX LUXE models have dark fender moulding, dark 19-inch alloys and door protection strips.
• MAX PRO models have 17-inch silver alloys. 
• The engine is paired with a six-speed manual or eight-speed automatic ZF transmission. (Some luxury car brands, like BMW and Jaguar Land Rover make use of ZF gearboxes, as they are simply excellent.)
• All MAX models are four-wheel-driven and are fitted with an electronic selector to shift between 2WD, 4WD and 4WD in low range.
  
• A self-locking mechanical differential is standard.
• 750 kg towing capacity unbraked, 3000 kg braked.
• Payload in MAX PRO: 935 kg
• Payload in MAX LUXE: 925 kg

The T60 MAX LUXE with its dark grille is handsome enough to give the Toyota Hilux a run for its money.

MAX PRO and MAX LUX Interiors

T60 MAX PRO

• Upscale cloth upholstery covers the comfortable, multi-adjustable seats.
• A dark accent complements the dashboard trim.
• Advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) enhance safety, including Hill Descent Control and Hill Start Assist for confident off-road manoeuvres.
• The rear window defroster provides additional comfort in chilly weather.
• Rain-sensing wipers automatically activate for improved visibility during downpours.
• A smart entry and exit system adds convenience.

T60 MAX LUXE

• Stepping inside the LUXE unveils a premium interior.
• High-quality leather covers the seats and steering wheel for a premium feel.
• A high-resolution, 360-degree surround-view monitor offers a complete view of your surroundings.
• Wireless phone charging keeps your devices powered up on the go.
• Power-adjustable front seats provide personalised comfort.
• Heated seats in both the front and rear ensure warmth for all passengers during any season.

The MAX LUX derivative looks determined to steal away sales from its more expensive counterparts.

LDV T60 MAX: PRO vs LUXE

Warranty and Pricing

All LDV T60 Double Cabs come with a 5-year/200,000 km warranty and a 5-year/100,000 km service plan.Prices start at R480,000 for the T60 Elite 2WD manual and range up to R790,000 for the T60 MAX LUXE 4WD automatic.

The Pro model will cost you R610 000 in 4x4 manual guise.

Who is the LDV T60's biggest rival?

Double cabs from the GWM P-Series lineup will have their work cut out and so will the Mahindra Pik Up range. P-Series double-cab pricing kicks off at R444 650 while the most affordable double-cab Pik Up is priced at R399 199.

Then there's also some competition from JAC's T6, and GWM's Steed.

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The T60 range's exact pricing is as follows:

• T60 Elite 2WD manual: R480,000
• T60 Elite 2WD 6AT: R520,000
• T60 Elite 4WD M/T: R520,000
• T60 Elite 4WD 6AT: R560,000.00
• T60 Pro 4WD 6MT: R610,000
• T60 Pro 4WD 6AT: R640 000
• T60 MAX Pro 4WD 6MT: R670 000
• T60 MAX Pro DC 4WD 8AT: R710,000
• T60 MAX LUXE 4WD 6MT: R750 000
• T60 MAX LUXE 4WD 8AT: R790,000

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Full video review coming soon on AutoTrader!

We have a video in post-production as we speak, so keep a lookout for our full LDV T60 video review.

In the meantime, browse the local LDV website here for more details.

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