FOTON ute set to return to Australia

The FOTON ute is set to return to Australia, with the arrival of a new range of “new energy” and internal combustion engine utes expected in Q4 of 2024.

The FOTON Tunland single- and dual-cab ute was last seen in Australian showrooms in 2019, but the appointment of Inchcape as the brand’s new distributor will see its imminent return. Details regarding the new-gen utes are yet to be revealed.

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However, the 2023 Foton Tunland G7 (SWB) and Tunland V9 (LWB) sold in overseas markets – but never in Australia – are both powered by a 120kW 2-0-litre four-cylinder turbo-diesel engine, either mated to a six-speed manual or eight-speed automatic transmission. The V9 comes with a 48V mild-hybrid system.

In addition to re-launching FOTON’s new generation of utes, Inchcape – also the distributor of Subaru, Peugeot and Citroen vehicles in Australia – will initially focus on expanding the presence of FOTON’s light-duty trucks.This will be followed by the introduction of vans, with electrification of its utes and vans slated for the future.

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“The addition of the FOTON distributorship enables Inchcape to diversify its local distribution portfolio by entering entirely new segments of the Australian market, including utes and light- duty trucks, and further strengthen our presence in the light commercial vehicle segment with FOTON’s vans also forming part of the local product pipeline.” said Colin Christie, Managing Director, Inchcape Australasia.

Damon Xu, VP, Foton International, added: “With a shared commitment to delivering value for our customers as we bring more high-quality products and services to Australian consumers, FOTON’s partnership with Inchcape, a global leader in distribution, will strengthen our presence in the local market.”

Stay tuned for more details when they are released.