Pickup Diesel 8-Speed ZF Automatic 4WD 5-seat

LDV Terron 9

Price in South Africa, real specs & fuel economy — 2026

Model year 2025 Generation Current South African Terron 9 generation. Current version 2025 Body style Five-seat double-cab pickup
Terron 9 is a South African Pickup with a pickup body and diesel power.
ZAR 849,900
On-road in
ZAR 871,098
What makes up this price?
Vehicle price (ex-showroom)
ZAR 849,900
Registration allowance
ZAR 4,500
Licensing allowance
ZAR 1,800
Inspection / roadworthy allowance
ZAR 1,200
Dealer handling / delivery
ZAR 3,500
Insurance
ZAR 10,199
Other fees
ZAR 0
Ex-showroom ZAR 849,900
Finance estimate from ZAR 13,745/month Based on Terron 9 Premium Ex-showroom basis · approx. 20% deposit · 11.5% p.a. · 60 months · no balloon
Engine:2498cc (2.5L) Torque:520Nm (384 lb-ft) Ground Clearance:220mm (8.7″) Power:163kW (219 bhp) Boot1344L (47.4 cu ft)

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Fuel Economy km/l · US mpg equivalent
Combined 12.66 km/l (30 mpg)
City 10.2 km/l (24 mpg)
Highway 14.29 km/l (34 mpg)

On-road pricing varies by dealer. Fuel figures are manufacturer claims or source-backed estimates where a separate city/highway cycle is not published; your real numbers depend on traffic, terrain and driving style.

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Estimate monthly vehicle finance for the LDV Terron 9 in South Africa. The default illustration uses the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest over 60 months and no balloon payment.

Estimated monthly instalment
ZAR 13,745
Total Interest
ZAR 199,723
Total Payable
ZAR 824,723
Principal Interest

* Illustrative estimate based on the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest, 60 months and no balloon payment, using the Terron 9 Premium. Excludes initiation fees, monthly service fees, credit-life insurance and vehicle insurance. Your lender quotation may differ.

Vehicle specifications and buying guidance • Hagalu

LDV Terron 9

Terron 9 is a South African Pickup with a pickup body and diesel power.

Flagship changes selected comfort and cargo-access details rather than creating a second powertrain. Its automatic has eight forward ratios, manual control and a 2.640 low-range ratio. Premium has a derived 920 kg payload and Flagship 860 kg, 3,500 kg braked towing rating and 80-litre tank. It also includes dual 12.3-inch displays, navigation, JBL eight-speaker audio, wireless smartphone integration, automatic climate control, heated steering, heated front and rear seats, a ventilated and massaging driver's seat, leather trim and 20-inch alloys. Flagship adds the items marked above Premium in the official sheet: panoramic sunroof, ambient lighting, an openable rear panel and a turnover end-gate arrangement. The Terron 9 entered the local LDV range in 2025; no subsequent South African facelift has been announced. Current large double-cab Terron 9 with independent rear suspension, torque-on-demand 4x4 and Premium or Flagship equipment. One 2.5-litre turbo-diesel produces 163 kW and 520 Nm through an eight-speed automatic and low-range four-wheel drive. Dual 12.3-inch displays, JBL audio, leather, heated seating, driver ventilation and massage, heated steering and automatic climate control are common; Flagship adds ambient light and a panoramic roof. Flagship suits those who specifically value the panoramic roof, ambient lighting and flexible tailgate arrangement. The automatic, adaptive cruise and massaging driver's seat make congestion less tiring. The 520 Nm torque band, eight-speed automatic, 80-litre tank and independent rear suspension suit long-distance travel. A 3,500 kg braked trailer is allowed, but the 850 kg payload must absorb people, luggage, accessories and towball mass. Low range, front and rear locks, torque-on-demand and the detailed terrain modes give Terron 9 unusually broad factory hardware. Premium already carries the safety, displays, comfort seats, JBL audio, cameras and mechanical capability that define the model. Flagship makes sense for buyers who will use its panoramic roof and unusual rear access, not for anyone expecting extra engine output or payload. For a buyer searching the Terron 9 price and specifications in South Africa, the interesting part is the trade-off rather than the feature count. Engine of 2.5L turbo diesel describes the opportunity; a power output of 163 kW @ 4000 rpm and a 8-Speed Automatic transmission describe the conditions around it

LDV Terron 9 — Quick Facts

LDV Terron 9 Variants & Prices

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Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
Terron 9 Premium Base Diesel Electric range1012.66 km Efficiency12.66 km/l 8-Speed ZF Automatic ZAR 779,900
Terron 9 Flagship Top Diesel Electric range1012.66 km Efficiency12.66 km/l 8-Speed ZF Automatic ZAR 849,900
Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
Terron 9 Premium Base Diesel Electric range1012.66 km Efficiency12.66 km/l 8-Speed ZF Automatic ZAR 779,900
Terron 9 Flagship Top Diesel Electric range1012.66 km Efficiency12.66 km/l 8-Speed ZF Automatic ZAR 849,900
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LDV Terron 9 Specifications

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Model Introduced Year
2025
Body Style
Five-seat double-cab pickup
Generation
Current South African Terron 9 generation.
Model Year
2025
Production Status
active
Segment
Pickup
Vehicle Type
Pickup
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Facelift Launched Since
2025
Facelift History
No later South African facelift is published.
Length
5500 mm
Width
1997 mm
Height
1874 mm
Wheelbase
3300 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
220 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Tank Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
Boot/Cargo Space
1344 l
Kerb Weight
2440 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
3300 kg
Payload Capacity
860 kg
Towing Capacity
3500 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
Doors
4 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
6.7 m
Front Headroom
1030 mm
Rear Headroom
1010 mm
Front Legroom
1065 mm
Rear Legroom
965 mm
Engine
2.5L turbo diesel
Engine Code
SC25R
Fuel Type
Diesel
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
2498 cc
Cylinders
4
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Valves
16
Valves per Cylinder
4
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Common-rail direct injection
Compression Ratio
15.5:1
Bore
92 mm
Stroke
94 mm
Maximum Power
163 kW @ 4000 rpm
Maximum Torque
520 Nm @ 1500-2400 rpm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Drive Type
4WD
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Top Speed
180 km/h
0-100 km/h
11.5 sec
Quarter Mile
18.1 sec
Drive Modes
Eco, Normal, Sport
Launch Control
No
Rev Limiter
4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio
66.80 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
213.11 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Battery Type
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
Electric Range
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
LSD Available
Electronic traction management
Gearbox
8-speed automatic
Drivetrain Layout
Front-engine four-wheel drive
Transfer Case
Dual-range 4WD
Differential Lock
Rear
Paddle Shifters
Standard
Transmission Speeds
8
Rear Differential Lock
Standard
Drivetrain
4WD
Axle Layout
Four-wheel drive
Low Range
Standard
Low Range Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
Gearbox Type
Automatic
Front Differential Lock
Not Available
Automatic Shift Paddles
Standard
Final Drive Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
Number of Gears
8
Transmission Type
Torque-converter automatic
Clutch Type
Torque converter
4WD Selector
Not Officially Disclosed
4WD Lo Range
Not Officially Disclosed
4WD Hi Range
Not Officially Disclosed
4WD Engagement
Not Officially Disclosed
Gear Shift Type
Not Officially Disclosed
Gear Shift Indicator
Standard
Range Real World Mixed
879.12 km
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Combined Driving Range
1012.66
Range Real World Highway
Not Officially Disclosed
Real-world Mileage
10.99 km/l
Fuel Tank Litres
80
Auto Start Stop
Not Officially Disclosed
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
Emission Standard
Euro 6
Fuel Tank Capacity
80 l
Highway Mileage
14.29 km/l
City Mileage
10.2 km/l
Claimed Mileage
12.66 km/l
Brake Assist
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Standard
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
ABS
Standard
Airbags
7
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
ABS EBD
Standard
BA
Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Not Officially Disclosed
Front Parking Sensors
Standard
TCS
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Side Airbags
Standard
Seatbelt Reminder
Not Officially Disclosed
Brake Override System
Yes
Curtain Airbags
Standard
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Passenger Airbag
Standard
Hill Hold
Standard
AEB
Standard
Driver Airbag
Standard
EBD
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Standard
Park Assist
Not Available
Cruise Control
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Lane Keep Assist
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Parking Sensors
Standard
Rear View Camera
Standard
360 Degree Camera
Not Officially Disclosed
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Standard
Driver Fatigue Alert
Standard
Traffic Sign Recognition
Standard
Auto Highbeam
Standard
Auto Wipers
Standard
Rear Parking Sensors
Standard
Reverse Camera
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Around View Monitor
Standard
Blind Spot Warning
Standard
Forward Collision Warning
Standard
Ambient Lighting
Standard
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Electric
60 40 Split Seat
Not Officially Disclosed
Driver Seat Adjustment
Electric
Seat Trim
Leather
Steering Wheel Material
Leather
Heated Seats
Standard
Ventilated Seats
Standard
Seat Material
Leather
Keyless Entry
Standard
Climate Control
Dual-zone automatic
Power Windows
Standard
Push Button Start
Standard
Wireless Charging
Standard
Sunroof
Standard
Electric Tailgate
Standard
Rain Sensing Wipers
Standard
AC Type
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Android Auto
Standard
Touchscreen
12.3
USB Ports
Standard
Infotainment System
12.3-inch touchscreen
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Number of Speakers
8
Apple CarPlay
Standard
Infotainment Screen
12.3
Digital Instrument Cluster
12.3
Roof Rails
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
Not Officially Disclosed
Fog Lamps
Standard
Headlights
LED
Daytime Running Lamps
LED
LED Headlamps
Standard
Panoramic Sunroof
Standard
Terrain Modes
Snow; Mud; Sand
Wading Depth
550 mm
4WD System Type
Not Officially Disclosed
Breakover Angle
22 deg
Approach Angle
29 deg
Departure Angle
25 deg
Locking Differential
Standard
Front Brake Type
Ventilated disc
Handbrake Type
Electronic parking brake
Tyre Size
275/55 R20
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Spare Wheel Type
Full-size spare
Wheel Rim Size
20
Rear Suspension
Multi-link independent
Front Suspension
Double wishbone independent
Service Plan
5 years / 100000 km
Warranty
5 years / 200000 km
CO2 Emissions
208 g/km
Pricing Role
Current go-live price
Price Zar
849900 ZAR
Ownership Role
Passenger/utility vehicle
Starting Price
849900
Starting Price Zar
849900
Driving fit

Where the LDV Terron 9 Fits Best

A practical view of the buyer and roads this model is best suited to.

Who buys this

This means Premium is not a stripped workhorse; Flagship is a focused convenience and ambience upgrade. The best buyer for Terron 9 can describe a recurring reason for choosing its pickup layout. Then compare engine of 2.5L turbo diesel and a power output of 163 kW @ 4000 rpm with insurance, tyres, maintenance and the monthly finance payment

City
The urban test for Terron 9 should resemble the owner’s route: a cold start, queues, kerbs, a narrow turn and a place where people or goods must be loaded. City use is where the small decisions accumulate for Terron 9. Drive the Terron 9 through the tightest parking area, a steep ramp, a speed hump and stop-start traffic. Pay attention to the steering, sight lines, low-speed response, seat position and climate control rather than relying on a quiet dealership loop for Terron 9. Engine of 2.5L turbo diesel matters when the cabin or load is full, and a power output of 163 kW @ 4000 rpm can change the cost of repeated short trips for Terron 9
Highway
At 5,500 mm long and 1,997 mm wide before mirrors, the Terron 9 is a substantial vehicle. For highway buyers, the Terron 9 needs to make sense when passengers, luggage or work equipment are aboard. Long-distance comfort depends on details that disappear in a short test drive for Terron 9. Run Terron 9 at legal cruising speed, include a hill and a safe overtake, and see whether the driver can remain relaxed after an hour. The interaction between a South African price reference of R779,900, engine of 2.5L turbo diesel and a power output of 163 kW @ 4000 rpm is more informative than maximum speed for Terron 9. Owners travelling between provinces should also price replacement tyres, roadside assistance and scheduled service for Terron 9
Off-Road
Normal, Eco and Sport cover ordinary driving; Mud, Snow, Sand and Tow address changing surfaces and loads; the deeper terrain set includes Rock, Deep Snow, Deep Mud, Wade and Rock Crawl. A four-wheel drive drivetrain may help, but neither a tall bonnet nor diesel alone creates four-wheel drive, low range or a published wading ability

LDV Terron 9 — Should You Buy It?

Not yet rated: no complete Hagalu editorial review is published for this model range. The buyer guidance below is not a scored review.

Terron 9 deserves a closer look when its price, equipment and powertrain fit the owner’s route.

Terron 9 targets a buyer who wants a full-size bakkie for towing, remote travel and family use without accepting a basic commercial cabin. A fair review of Terron 9 should end with the owner’s route, not a universal verdict. The combination of a 8-Speed Automatic transmission, a 8-speed automatic transmission and a four-wheel drive drivetrain can be valuable for the right driver. The buying case for Terron 9 is specific. A pickup body gives it a reason to be considered, while Diesel power and a South African price reference of R779,900 set the boundaries for Terron 9. It deserves a shortlist when those details solve a repeated South African driving need for Terron 9. It is less persuasive when the buyer is paying for unused capacity or assuming that another derivative’s equipment applies here for Terron 9. Compare the written price, the nearest grade and one genuine alternative before deciding for Terron 9

What's Good
  • ✓Body style: Pickup
  • ✓Fuel type: Diesel
  • ✓South African price: R779,900
  • ✓Engine: 2.5L turbo diesel
  • ✓Power output: 163 kW @ 4000 rpm
  • ✓Transmission: 8-Speed Automatic
  • ✓Gearbox: 8-speed automatic
  • ✓Drivetrain: 4WD
  • ✓Drive layout: 4WD
Watch Out For
  • ✕Exact equipment for Terron 9 can vary by derivative.
  • ✕Real fuel use for Terron 9 depends on route, load and weather.
  • ✕The written Terron 9 quotation should be checked before purchase.
  • ✕Tyre, insurance and service costs need a separate Terron 9 budget.
  • ✕A short Terron 9 test drive cannot represent every ownership route.
  • ✕Terron 9 capability should not be inferred from body styling alone.
  • ✕The adjacent Terron 9 grade may suit a different workload.
  • ✕Published Terron 9 figures are planning references, not guarantees.
  • ✕Buyers should confirm Terron 9 stock and support terms.

LDV Terron 9 FAQs

Current recommended retail prices for the LDV Terron 9 run from R779,900 to R849,900, depending on the derivative. Compare the exact trim before calculating finance because options, insurance and dealer charges can change the final monthly cost.

The current south african range comprises Terron 9 Premium, Terron 9 Flagship. Prices and equipment are shown by derivative so buyers can compare the actual local range rather than specifications from another market.

The listed ground clearance for the LDV Terron 9 is 220 mm. Use that number as a practical comparison point against similar cars, especially if you regularly deal with steep driveways, gravel roads or uneven parking areas.

The listed engine capacity for the LDV Terron 9 is 2498 cc, with output shown as 163 kW (219 bhp). Where a model has more than one derivative, compare the specific variant because fuel type, gearbox and drivetrain can change the way it drives.

The combined fuel-economy figure shown for the LDV Terron 9 is around 12.66 km/l.

This means Premium is not a stripped workhorse; Flagship is a focused convenience and ambience upgrade. The best buyer for Terron 9 can describe a recurring reason for choosing its pickup layout.

The urban test for Terron 9 should resemble the owner’s route: a cold start, queues, kerbs, a narrow turn and a place where people or goods must be loaded. City use is where the small decisions accumulate for Terron 9.

At 5,500 mm long and 1,997 mm wide before mirrors, the Terron 9 is a substantial vehicle. For highway buyers, the Terron 9 needs to make sense when passengers, luggage or work equipment are aboard.

Buyers researching the LDV Terron 9 often compare it with rivals such as GWM P500 , Changan Hunter K50 REEV , Toyota Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab , RIDDARA RD6 , Ford Ranger Sport . Comparing them side by side is the quickest way to see where your money goes — performance, fuel use, price and running costs can differ substantially.

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