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Ignition GT review of the Landtrek
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Peugeot Landtrek (2022) Review
FAST FACTS
Model: Peugeot Landtrek 1.9TD 4Action 4×4
Price: R669 900 (April 2022)
Engine: 1.9-litre turbodiesel
Power/Torque: 110 kW/350 Nm
Transmission: 6-speed automatic
Fuel consumption: 9.1 L/100 km (claimed)
Payload capacity: 1 050 kg
Tow capacity: 3 000 kg
Price and after-sales support
The Peugeot Landtrek 1.9TD 4Action 4×4 is priced from R669 900 and is sold with a 5-year/100 000 km warranty and a 5-year/100 000 km service plan. The Landrek 1.9TD Allure 4×2 is priced from R579 900.
Verdict
The Peugeot Landtrek both hits, and misses, the mark. While it scores highly in terms of kerb appeal, a smart interior execution and standard feature value, the Landtrek also lacks that little bit of extra punch that potential buyers (many of who will also be considering crossovers or medium SUVs) will be looking for at this price point. So where does that leave the French bakkie?
Well, a fairly solid case can be made for the Landtrek if you consider current trends and you’re honest about what you will usually be using the bakkie for. You see, many double-cabs are bought as status symbols that spend more time hopping pavements than going on off-road trips or doing serious workhorse chores. With that said, if you plan on towing boats, horse carts or caravans quite often, you might want to look elsewhere for a bakkie that has more power and torque to achieve those goals comfortably. But, if you just want an average-performing, good-looking double-cab with most of the features you could want at a fairly reasonable price point, then perhaps the Landtrek deserves a closer look.
The bakkie segment is a notoriously tough nut to crack, as many brands have found. Even so, relative success is not entirely impossible to achieve for the boldly-styled Peugeot, especially given the pricing bracket in which it finds itself.
The Landtrek is unlikely to steal many sales from the venerable Toyota Hilux or Ford Ranger, but it undoubtedly takes square aim at the GWM P-Series. We single out the P-Series because it also is a relatively new-to-the-market bakkie that trades on its handsome looks (as does the new Mazda BT-50, which is also a head-turner), but the GWM also offers particularly generous specification at the top end of its range. By offering exceptional value, the P-Series has managed to win over buyers who can’t quite afford top-end Hilux or Ranger derivatives… and its sales success has been nothing short of astounding. With the arrival of the Landtrek, buyers at this end of the market will have some more thinking to do…
Even in its base Allure 4×2 trim (R579 900), the Landtrek makes a strong buying proposition (if you don’t need 4×4 ability) thanks to its raft of stock features. However, there is an R85k (April 2022) price difference between the range-topping 4×4 derivatives of the Landtrek and P-Series and, while their standard specifications are well-matched, the latter does offer stronger engine outputs. As far as kerb appeal and interior execution are concerned, the Peugeot arguably pips the GWM, but those aspects are subjective – and probably not dealbreakers. It’s up to you to decide if those attributes justify the premium that the Landtrek 1.9TD 4Action 4×4 demands over the P-Series 2.0TD double cab LT 4×4.
Still, if you are looking at buying the P-Series then you should also have the Landtrek on your shortlist before making your final buying decision. The Landtrek may surprise you and, price-wise, there might even be some wriggle room.
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FAST FACTS
Model: Peugeot Landtrek 1.9TD 4Action 4×4
Price: R669 900 (April 2022)
Engine: 1.9-litre turbodiesel
Power/Torque: 110 kW/350 Nm
Transmission: 6-speed automatic
Fuel consumption: 9.1 L/100 km (claimed)
Payload capacity: 1 050 kg
Tow capacity: 3 000 kg
Price and after-sales support
The Peugeot Landtrek 1.9TD 4Action 4×4 is priced from R669 900 and is sold with a 5-year/100 000 km warranty and a 5-year/100 000 km service plan. The Landrek 1.9TD Allure 4×2 is priced from R579 900.
Verdict
The Peugeot Landtrek both hits, and misses, the mark. While it scores highly in terms of kerb appeal, a smart interior execution and standard feature value, the Landtrek also lacks that little bit of extra punch that potential buyers (many of who will also be considering crossovers or medium SUVs) will be looking for at this price point. So where does that leave the French bakkie?
Well, a fairly solid case can be made for the Landtrek if you consider current trends and you’re honest about what you will usually be using the bakkie for. You see, many double-cabs are bought as status symbols that spend more time hopping pavements than going on off-road trips or doing serious workhorse chores. With that said, if you plan on towing boats, horse carts or caravans quite often, you might want to look elsewhere for a bakkie that has more power and torque to achieve those goals comfortably. But, if you just want an average-performing, good-looking double-cab with most of the features you could want at a fairly reasonable price point, then perhaps the Landtrek deserves a closer look.
The bakkie segment is a notoriously tough nut to crack, as many brands have found. Even so, relative success is not entirely impossible to achieve for the boldly-styled Peugeot, especially given the pricing bracket in which it finds itself.
The Landtrek is unlikely to steal many sales from the venerable Toyota Hilux or Ford Ranger, but it undoubtedly takes square aim at the GWM P-Series. We single out the P-Series because it also is a relatively new-to-the-market bakkie that trades on its handsome looks (as does the new Mazda BT-50, which is also a head-turner), but the GWM also offers particularly generous specification at the top end of its range. By offering exceptional value, the P-Series has managed to win over buyers who can’t quite afford top-end Hilux or Ranger derivatives… and its sales success has been nothing short of astounding. With the arrival of the Landtrek, buyers at this end of the market will have some more thinking to do…
Even in its base Allure 4×2 trim (R579 900), the Landtrek makes a strong buying proposition (if you don’t need 4×4 ability) thanks to its raft of stock features. However, there is an R85k (April 2022) price difference between the range-topping 4×4 derivatives of the Landtrek and P-Series and, while their standard specifications are well-matched, the latter does offer stronger engine outputs. As far as kerb appeal and interior execution are concerned, the Peugeot arguably pips the GWM, but those aspects are subjective – and probably not dealbreakers. It’s up to you to decide if those attributes justify the premium that the Landtrek 1.9TD 4Action 4×4 demands over the P-Series 2.0TD double cab LT 4×4.
Still, if you are looking at buying the P-Series then you should also have the Landtrek on your shortlist before making your final buying decision. The Landtrek may surprise you and, price-wise, there might even be some wriggle room.
Peugeot Landtrek (2022) Review
Does the Peugeot Landtrek offer the right mix of style, performance, practicality and value? We review the French brand's Chinese-built bakkie.
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MotorMatters review of the Landtrek Allure
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REVIEW | Peugeot Landtrek: The lion-badged bakkie is back and it ticks many boxes
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REVIEW | Peugeot Landtrek: The lion-badged bakkie is back and it ticks many boxes
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Fullback Reboot? Fiat to Rebadge Peugeot Landtrek
Fiat has plans to market a rebadged version of the Peugeot Landtrek, though it’s not yet clear whether the bakkie will be available outside of Brazil…
Remember the Fiat Fullback? Well, the Italian firm looks poised to re-enter the 1-tonne bakkie market, though this time with a rebadged version of the Peugeot Landtrek under the Stellantis family banner.
Initially, at least, Fiat’s upcoming pick-up will be limited to the Brazilian market, where the Turin-based company dominates the compact bakkie segments with its Strada and Toro. But there’s also a possibility the as-yet-unnamed model will be rolled out to other countries down the line.
As a reminder, the Fullback was based on the Mitsubishi Triton and touched down in South Africa in 2016. Though an entirely competent vehicle thanks to its underpinnings, the Fullback struggled for sales, with production coming to an end in early 2020. It remained on the market in South Africa until early in 2021, before Fiat SA’s stock officially ran dry.
Judging by the single teaser image released by Fiat’s Brazilian division, the Fullback’s replacement – which is scheduled to hit that market only in the 2nd half of 2023 – will be little more than a rebadged Landtrek. Of course, the Landtrek is closely related to the Kaicene F70, which is built by Chinese brand Changan.
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Fiat has plans to market a rebadged version of the Peugeot Landtrek, though it’s not yet clear whether the bakkie will be available outside of Brazil…
Remember the Fiat Fullback? Well, the Italian firm looks poised to re-enter the 1-tonne bakkie market, though this time with a rebadged version of the Peugeot Landtrek under the Stellantis family banner.
Initially, at least, Fiat’s upcoming pick-up will be limited to the Brazilian market, where the Turin-based company dominates the compact bakkie segments with its Strada and Toro. But there’s also a possibility the as-yet-unnamed model will be rolled out to other countries down the line.
As a reminder, the Fullback was based on the Mitsubishi Triton and touched down in South Africa in 2016. Though an entirely competent vehicle thanks to its underpinnings, the Fullback struggled for sales, with production coming to an end in early 2020. It remained on the market in South Africa until early in 2021, before Fiat SA’s stock officially ran dry.
Judging by the single teaser image released by Fiat’s Brazilian division, the Fullback’s replacement – which is scheduled to hit that market only in the 2nd half of 2023 – will be little more than a rebadged Landtrek. Of course, the Landtrek is closely related to the Kaicene F70, which is built by Chinese brand Changan.
Fullback Reboot? Fiat to Rebadge Peugeot Landtrek
Fiat will market a rebadged version of the Peugeot Landtrek, though it’s not clear whether the bakkie will be available outside of Brazil…
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What bakkie might Stellantis build in SA?
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