Foton Namibia launches affordable G7 Tunland bakkie — prices and details
Chinese light commercial vehicle brand Foton has launched the new Tunland G7 range of one-tonne bakkies in Namibia at eye-catching prices.
The G7 double cab has five models, starting at N$ 418 700 up to N$ 619 900, while the lone single-cab variant sells for N$ 344 700.
The launch event introduced the wide range of vehicles, making it the largest line-up launch from a single brand this year. The vehicles unveiled at the launch include:
Foton, with a presence in Namibia since 2008, has signed an exclusive distribution agreement with Combined Motor Holdings.
A network of 40 dealerships across the country will service the brand’s products supported by a parts warehouse available through Mandarin Parts Distributors, said Foton Namibia CEO.
At a launch event held in Johannesburg on Wednesday, Foton launched several new commercial models, including:
- the View 15-seater luxury minibus;
- Asambe 16-seater taxi;
- Miler 2.1-tonne light truck; and
- three electric models:
- the eAumark 4-tonne truck;
- eTruckmate 1.2-tonne mini truck; and
- eView panel van.
The G7 bakkie range competes in one of Namibian’s most popular market segments with prices that undercut not only legacy brands such as Toyota and Ford but also Chinese rivals LDV, JAC and GWM.
All G7 models are powered by a 2.0l turbo diesel four-cylinder engine with outputs of 120kW and 390Nm. In the single-cab Hi Rider 4×2, drive is transferred to the rear wheels via a six-speed manual transmission. The double cabs all have an eight-speed automatic gearbox except for the entry-level TL version which also has a choice of a six-speed manual.
The Hi Rider single cab is a 4×2 workhorse with 16” steel wheels but comes with a decent array of comforts, including an infotainment system with Apple Carplay and Android Auto, USB ports, climate control, two-speaker audio system, reverse parking sensor, remote central locking, electric windows and a smart key.
ABS brakes with EBD come standard and all Tunland G7s have a length of 5,340mm, 3-tonne towing capacity and a high ground clearance of 210mm.
The double-cab range starts with the TL 4×2 which comes with 17” alloy wheels, LED daytime running lights, fabric seats, cruise control, three driving modes, 12.3” infotainment system, electronic parking brake, four-speaker audio system, LED headlamps with a turning function, dual airbags and electronic stability control.
Next up is the TLX specification, available in 4×2 and 4×4 guises. In addition to the above features, it has electrically adjustable front seats with heating and ventilation, running boards, automatic headlights, keyless entry, six speakers and side and curtain airbags.
The range-topping Tunland G7 4×4 Limited comes with additional features such as a chromed front grille, 18” alloy wheels, sunroof, ambient interior lighting, wireless smart phone charger, front collision warning, blind spot detection and dual zone air conditioning.
The 4×4 models have a mechanical diff-lock for enhanced off-road ability.
FOTON TUNLAND PRICES:
- Tunland G7 2.0 single cab Hi-Rider – N$ 344 700
- Tunland G7 2.0 double cab TL – N$ 418 700
- Tunland G7 2.0 double cab TL AT – N$ 489 000
- Tunland G7 2.0 double cab TLX AT – N$ 519 300
- Tunland G7 2.0 double cab TLX 4×4 AT – N$ 579 900
- Tunland G7 2.0 double cab Limited 4×4 AT – N$ 619 900
Prices include a five-year/unlimited kilometre warranty, five-year roadside assistance and three-year/50,000km service plan
