The pickup truck segment continues to add new models, and this time it is the turn of the Chinese brand Great Wall, which added a version of Poer, its medium double cabin model.
This is the Poer Elite, an option that is located at the entry level of this pickup, which already has the Poer Super Luxury in the local market.
The difference between both models is in the transmission, since the new option is 6 speed manualand the top of the range has an 8-speed automatic transmission, a difference that is reflected in the price.
With this combination, the Poer Elite presents itself as a more work-oriented vehicle, and can be chosen with single or four-wheel drive, automatically selectable in 4×2, 4×4 or 4×4 low.
Poer van design
Measuring 5,425 mm long, 1,1883 mm wide and 1,882 mm high, the Poer has a wheelbase of 3,230 mm. The ground clearance is 227 mm, and the approach angles are 27° and departure angles are 25°.
The Total load capacity is 1050 kilos and the fuel tank capacity is 80 liters. It has 17″ aluminum wheels and 245/70 R17 tires.
The new Poer is offered with single or all-wheel drive.
In designhe hood has accentuated lines, the rectangular headlights that join a grille and the bumpers in the same color as the body.
The front headlights are electrically adjustable in height, with dusk and rain sensors, front and rear fog lights, third brake light and daytime running light system (DRL). He color of the door handles in the same tone as the body It gives a quality finish. In addition, it has a special anti-corrosion treatment and the cargo cover is painted.
Inside, the seats are upholstered in eco-leather. The driver’s seat is electrically adjustable in 6 positions while the passenger’s seat is manually adjustable in 4 positions.
It has a multifunction steering wheel covered in leather and adjustable in height and depth. The 3.5″ on-board computer with digital dashboard with 13 functions and adjustable lighting.
Truck engine and performance
The Poer truck is equipped with a 2.0L Common Rail Turbo diesel engine with 163 HP and 400 Nm. The transmission is a ZF 6-speed manual.
This new model is offered in a double cab version, with a reinforced chassis and with 2 traction options, 2WD and 4WD, Being able to go from 4×2 to 4×4 in motion, just by operating the rotary control.
The new version of the Great Wall truck has a manual transmission.
It also has a reduction gear, activating 4WD Low to obtain greater torque in the traction system in low grip conditions. The steering is hydraulically assisted.
In terms of safety, it has double front airbags and two side airbags; ABS brakes with EBD; tire pressure monitoring system; and automatic unlock function after collision.
In terms of active safety, it uses the stability and traction control system, hill start system and descent control system. Besides, has side blind spot cameramore rear sensors.
Prices of the new truck
The new version arrives to position itself in line with the entry-level double cabin versions of the mass brands. Prices are as follows:
- Elite 2WD: US$34,466
- Elite 4WD: US$37,649
The Super Luxury 4WD costs $45,827.
Has 6-year or 150,000-kilometer warrantythe first thing that happens.
With this version, Great Wall Motors, which landed in the local market in 2018 through the Car One Group, has the Wingle 5, Wingle 6, Wingle 7 and Poer Super Luxury and Elite trucks.
