Foton Tunland 2026 review Australia: Cheap new Chinese 4WD dual-cab pick-up faces off-road test

Marcus Craft puts the 2026 Foton Tunland V9 S to the test to see how this Chinese dual-cab pick-up handles Australian conditions. This review explores the flagship grade, which features a 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbo-diesel engine producing 120kW and 450Nm. We examine the Ram-inspired design, 3500kg braked towing capacity and the shift to a coil-sprung multi-link rear suspension set-up aimed at improving ride quality over traditional leaf springs. The video covers interior practicality and standard equipment including the 14.6-inch touchscreen, panoramic sunroof and front differential lock. Marcus assesses how the V9 S compares to established rivals like the Ford Ranger, Toyota HiLux and Isuzu D-Max in terms of cabin space and material quality. We provide detailed driving impressions from both sealed roads and off-road tracks to evaluate the ZF eight-speed automatic transmission and 4WD system performance. Our analysis includes a breakdown of value for money and how the Tunland V9 S stacks up against other affordable entrants such as the GWM Cannon and LDV Terron 9. We look at the 995kg payload capacity, rear seat comfort and advanced safety tech to help you decide if this upsized ute fits your lifestyle. This factual overview gives you the essential information needed before visiting a showroom. #Foton #Tunland #Review -- Timecodes: 00:00 Intro 00:29 Pricing and features 01:29 Design 01:49 Practicality 02:38 Under the bonnet 03:31 Driving 04:45 Off-road driving 06:59 Efficiency 07:45 Safety 08:14 Ownership 08:49 Verdict -- Read Marcus' full review: https://bit.ly/4u7VNv8 Check out our Foton Tunland hub: https://bit.ly/4vm5qaF Find more utes: https://bit.ly/3jUamEO Visit our AdventureGuide: https://bit.ly/3n6sBrP -- CarsGuide - Go beyond the test drive Visit our website for News, Reviews, Advice and more: https://www.carsguide.com.au Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/carsguide Like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/carsguide.australia Follow our TikTok profile: https://www.tiktok.com/@carsguide.com.au Follow our Instagram profile: https://www.instagram.com/carsguideaus Follow our X profile: https://www.x.com/CarsGuide Follow our Threads profile: https://www.threads.net/@carsguideaus Follow our LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/carsguide-com-au