FAQs

What is the main size selling point of the Foton Tunland V9 in Malaysia?

The Foton Tunland V9 is an 'American-sized' heavy pick-up truck measuring 5,617mm in length with a 3,355mm wheelbase, making it significantly larger than a Toyota Hilux.

What powertrain powers the Foton Tunland V9, and why is it unique in Malaysia?

The Foton Tunland V9 is powered by a 2.0L turbodiesel engine paired with a 48V mild-hybrid (MHEV) system, becoming Malaysia's first hybrid turbodiesel pickup.

What are the power figures and transmission specifications for the Foton Tunland V9?

The Foton Tunland V9 produces 161 hp and a massive 450 Nm of torque, linked to a premium ZF 8-speed automatic transmission.

How does the rear suspension of the Foton Tunland V9 differ from the V7 model?

Unlike the workhorse V7 which uses leaf springs, the Foton Tunland V9 features coil springs and a rear multi-link suspension tuned for passenger SUV-like comfort.

What is the claimed fuel efficiency for the Foton Tunland V9 turbodiesel hybrid?

Benefiting from its 48V MHEV system, the massive Foton Tunland V9 achieves a highly competitive claimed fuel consumption of up to 12.5 km/litre.

What is the assembly and distribution arrangement for the Foton Tunland V9 in Malaysia?

Distributed by Handal BCM, the initial batch of the Foton Tunland V9 consists of CBU imports, followed by local CKD assembly at a manufacturing plant in Johor.

What factory warranty package accompanies the Foton Tunland V9 in Malaysia?

The Foton Tunland V9 pickup comes with a highly reassurance-backed factory warranty framework of 7 years or 200,000 km (whichever comes first).

How high is the Foton Tunland V9, and how does it handle flash floods?

The Foton Tunland V9 stands tall at 1,955 mm (140 mm higher than a Hilux), giving it excellent commanding visibility and great wading capability during local flash floods.

Does the Foton Tunland V9 come with a four-wheel-drive system for off-roading?

Yes, the flagship variants of the Foton Tunland V9 in Malaysia come standard with an electronically controlled part-time 4WD system to handle rugged off-road terrains.

Which automotive parent group owns Foton, and what does the Tunland V9 represent?

Foton is a subsidiary of the BAIC Group. The Foton Tunland V9 marks the brand's strategic shift away from purely commercial workhorses into the lifestyle pick-up sector.