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LDV lands in SA: First shipment of Terron 9 and D90 hits local shores

LDV South Africa has confirmed the arrival of the first shipment of its Terron 9 double-cab and D90 seven-seater SUV. Here's what you need to know.

Automotive News2 min read

With dealerships nationwide preparing to take delivery, these models aim to disrupt the market by offering a lot of spec at aggressive price points.

Terron 9

 Available in Premium and Flagship trims, it’s powered by a 2.5-litre turbodiesel engine paired with an 8-speed automatic gearbox.

The real talking point? The Flagship model features a market-first openable rear panel (midgate), allowing for versatile loading options rarely seen in South African double-cabs.

Key Highlights:

  • Off-road tech: Front and rear differential locks.

  • Cabin luxury: 8-way electric, heated, ventilated, and massaging seats.

  • Utility: Rear tailgate with an integrated step for easier access.

ModelPrice
Terron 9 Premium 4x4 8ATR779 900
Terron 9 Flagship 4x4 8ATR849 900

D90

Targeting the family-adventure market, the LDV D90 arrives in a single, high-spec Flagship grade. Under the hood lies a 2.0L bi-turbo diesel engine, designed to balance towing power with long-distance efficiency.

LDV hasn't held back on the spec sheet, positioning the D90 as a value-heavy alternative to established luxury SUVs.

Features include:

  •  Three independent differential locks.

  • 12.3-inch infotainment system and an integrated dash camera.

  •  Dual wireless charging pads and a 220V power socket for gadgets.

ModelPrice
D90 Flagship 4x4 8ATR899 900

A word from LDV

Frank Chen, CEO of LDV South Africa, is confident the new arrivals will ruffle some feathers. "The Terron 9 is more than a bakkie—it’s the future, unleashed. Between that and the D90, South Africa is in for a shake-up," Chen noted.

Both models come backed by LDV’s growing national dealer network, with test drives expected to open shortly as the first units are processed.


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