GWM's (Great Wall Motors) legacy in the South Africa market is arguably the most consistent of the Chinese car makers that have, to date, plied their respective trades here. While some have since exited the market; together with its SUV focused division, Haval - by reputation and market share - the GWM brand has instead all but been established as a household name in South Africa.
Makers of the rugged and affordable Steed 5 bakkie, GWM's most significant moment arrived with the introduction of its vastly more refined P Series double-cab. Indeed, in 2021, the then-new bakkie acquitted itself admirably against seasoned rivals in our November 2021 Bakkie Shootout issue. The 2,0 TD LT 4x4 AT made a strong case for itself as a value packed, competent double-cab with a standard specification list so extensive that it proved impossible to ignore.
Price: R694 950
0–100 km/h: 12,65 seconds
Top speed: N/A
Power: 120 kW
Torque: 400 N.m
CAR fuel index: 11,4 L/100 km
CO2: 246 g/km
Now, in 2023, by means of a new LTD guise, GWM has added various accessories and cladding to not only add a sense of occasion to the P Series' styling, but also add much-needed (in our market) off-road prowess.
A blacked-out grille replacing the LT's chrome-framed triple-slat version, is the first notable inclusion in LTD spec; while a black steel bumper arrangement takes the place of the colour-coded item in the lesser derivative. More than adding a sense of presence to this pick-up, this new setup increases the bakkie's approach angle, while also housing a winch and recovery hooks.
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