South African's love their pickups but not everyone can afford to purchase some of the premium offerings from the likes of Volkswagen, Ford and Toyota. GWM identified this problem and in 2014 introduced the Steed 6 which at the time was the flagship offering in their pickup range until the recent addition of the P Series.
Whether you are considering a new or used GWM Steed 6 model, there are a few things for you to know first and to make your researching process a bit easier, we have compiled the top eight, GWM Steed 6, articles on AutoTrader for your perusal.
1. Top 5 things you need to know about the GWM Steed 6
"If you've been dreaming big leisure-bakkie dreams but you can't quite afford an Isuzu, Toyota, or Ford, perhaps you should aim for a trusty Chinese bakkie such as the lifestyle-oriented GWM Steed 6. It may just surprise you with the amount of value it offers."
Before reading pages of information to try and find the highlights, take a gander at this article written by Ané Theron on the top five things you need to know Chinese pickup.
2. GWM Steed 6 test drive: make sure to check these features out.
"The GWM Steed 6 was introduced locally in November 2014 and features at the top of the Chinese automaker's product line-up. The Steed 6 is offered in double-cab body style only and is aimed at consumers looking at a practical vehicle but want modern safety features and conveniences."
Sometimes during a test drive, customers can get overwhelmed by driving and not take note of some of the most important features and fittings in and around the vehicle. This list gives you the perfect viewing plan so that you experience all the conveniences and ask all the right questions.
3. Which GWM Steed 6 trim holds its value better?
"An important aspect of buying any vehicle is knowing how well it keeps residual value. Not only does mileage and model year play a big part in depreciation but also the trim level. We take a look at the two trim levels offered with the GWM Steed 6 to find out which holds its value better."
Sometimes we make a purchasing decision based on the present, without considering what might happen down the line. In this article, we investigate the depreciation trends on the different variants to find out which one holds its value better and will give you more the day you decide to trade up or sell.
4. 6 GWM Steed accessories you didn’t know you needed
"GWM has a very solid reputation in South Africa, having been one of the trusted Chinese brands that entered the market here some 12 years ago. The popular range of Steed pick-ups is well catered for in the aftermarket accessory business."
Why settle for the ordinary if you can make your Steed 6 your own. Stuart Johnston list some of the top accessories you should consider on the day of the purchase and even after the fact.
5. New GWM Steed 6 vs used Isuzu KB vs used Ford Ranger: here's our winner.
"When evaluating a new GWM (or really, any budget-focused) bakkie, we usually recommend it mostly as an alternative to buying a used example with a mainstream brand name. We decided to see for ourselves what you can get in the used bakkie market for similar money to a range-topping GWM Steed 6, and investigated whether buying new is really a better idea than buying used."
Martin Pretorius pit a new GWM Steed 6 against used Isuzu KB and used Ford Ranger models to find out if you are better off buying the new model or a proven used vehicle.
6. GWM Steed 6 vs JAC T6 vs JMC Vigus: Which one is the best value for money?
"The bakkie might be South Africa’s national vehicle, but many buyers who want a nicely-appointed double cab simply cannot reach the lofty pricetags demanded by the mainstream brands. Fortunately, there are some surprisingly appealing alternatives coming from the Far East, which offer many of the features demanded by leisure bakkie customers, but at a vastly lower cost of entry."
If you are set on buying a new pickup, then you might find this comparison between the GWM Steed 6 against some of its fiercest rivals at this price point.
7. The best GWM Steed 6 offers on AutoTrader
"The GWM Steed 6 double-cab is a leisure bakkie at a work-horse bakkie's price. If you need a capable vehicle to tow that boat to the dam that can also double as an able-bodied transporter of all things work-related, the Steed 6 is worth looking into."
Now that you have so much more information about the Chinese model, you might be considering a used GWM Steed 6 model instead. Here is a list of the best six offers found on AutoTrader.
8. How to replace the car battery on a GWM Steed 6.
"We walk you through the simple steps required to safely and successfully change the battery on a GWM Steed 6 Double Cab utility vehicle."
Maybe you already own a GWM Steed 6, maybe you are doing some light reading to future proof yourself on any unexpected issues. In this article, Chad Lückhoff lists a step-by-step guide on how to replace the battery on your GWM Steed 6, should it go flat or fail.
