NZ ute model guide
Foton Tunland V7 / V9
A 2.0L turbo-diesel ute range with 48V mild-hybrid assistance, three current NZ variants and variant-specific payloads.
NZ status: Foton New Zealand lists V7-C 2WD, V7-C 4WD and V9-S 4WD variants with current NZ pricing.

- Payload
- V7-C 2WD: 1,115kg; V7-C 4WD: 1,050kg; V9-S 4WD: 995kg
- Towing
- 3,500kg braked
- Power
- 120kW
- Torque
- 450Nm
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Exact range
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Family-wide maxima are useful for discovery. The exact body, powertrain and grade below are what matter for payload, towing, price and safety.
| Grade / configuration | Body | Powertrain | Transmission | Payload | Towing | GVM / GCM | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Large double cab wellside | Diesel / Mild hybrid | Not published | 1,115kg | 3,500kg braked | 3,305kg / 6,805kg | $48,990 + ORC | |
| Large double cab wellside | Diesel / Mild hybrid | Not published | 1,050kg | 3,500kg braked | 3,335kg / 6,835kg | $51,990 + ORC | |
| Large double cab wellside | Diesel / Mild hybrid | Not published | 995kg | 3,500kg braked | 3,310kg / 6,810kg | $57,990 + ORC |
Exact figures are shown only where the cited New Zealand source publishes them. “Not published” is kept explicit; values are not silently inherited from another body or powertrain.
Work-first research
Everything important, without the brochure clutter
A 2.0L turbo-diesel ute range with 48V mild-hybrid assistance, three current NZ variants and variant-specific payloads. This work-first guide separates verified New Zealand information from the questions that still need a written answer for the exact vehicle.
At a glance
A 2.0L turbo-diesel ute range with 48V mild-hybrid assistance, three current NZ variants and variant-specific payloads.
- Large double cab wellside
- Diesel / Mild hybrid powertrain
- Available now in New Zealand
Published specifications
- Engine / system
- 2.0L four-cylinder turbo-diesel with 48V mild-hybrid assistance
- Power
- 120kW
- Torque
- 450Nm
- Transmission
- ZF 8-speed automatic
- Published economy
- 8.1L/100km combined (ADR 81/02)
- Towing
- 3,500kg braked
- Payload
- V7-C 2WD: 1,115kg; V7-C 4WD: 1,050kg; V9-S 4WD: 995kg
- GVM
- 3,305kg / 3,335kg / 3,310kg by variant
- GCM
- 6,805kg / 6,835kg / 6,810kg by variant
- Cargo / tub
- Tub: 1,577 × 1,650 × 530mm; 1,250mm between wheel arches
- Key dimensions
- 5,617mm long; 2,000–2,090mm wide; 1,910–1,955mm high; 3,355mm wheelbase; 240mm ground clearance
- Driveline
- V7-C 2WD is 4x2; V7-C/V9-S 4WD use part-time 4x4 with Auto/2H/4H/4L
- Safety
- Current NZ brochure lists dual front, side, curtain, knee and centre airbags plus active driver-assistance systems; no current-generation ANCAP rating was verified
- Warranty
- 7 years / unlimited km
- Service / ownership
- 7 years roadside assistance; warranty and roadside terms apply
Price & variants
$48,990 + ORCCompare the exact body, grade, on-road costs, fitted work equipment, delivery date and finance conditions—not only the headline price.
Work capability
Start with the completed vehicle: crew, tools, stock, tray or fit-out, accessories and any regular trailer.
- Towing
- Value
- Mixed work
Payload & towing
- Payload
- V7-C 2WD: 1,115kg; V7-C 4WD: 1,050kg; V9-S 4WD: 995kg
- Towing
- 3,500kg braked
- Dimensions
- 5,617mm long; 2,000–2,090mm wide; 1,910–1,955mm high; 3,355mm wheelbase; 240mm ground clearance
Powertrain
- Powertrain
- Diesel / Mild hybrid
- Engine / system
- 2.0L four-cylinder turbo-diesel with 48V mild-hybrid assistance
- Power
- 120kW
Best suited to
Use this as a shortlist starting point. The final decision should follow a loaded test drive and a written, itemised offer.
Things to consider
- Payload after people, accessories and permanently carried equipment
- Service access, replacement transport and parts support
- Real delivery timing and any stock or allocation conditions
Dealer offers
Send one clear brief covering vehicle, work, setup, location and timing. Relevant participating dealers can respond where coverage is available.
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Read guideFoton New Zealand Tunland V-Series ↗. Values are published New Zealand model-family figures or explicitly labelled international manufacturer figures where the NZ page does not publish the field.
- Foton New Zealand Tunland V-Series specification brochure ↗Checked 3 September 2026 · Published 18 June 2026; source for variant payload, GVM/GCM, dimensions, transmission, economy, towing, drivetrain and safety equipment.
- ANCAP Foton Tunland rating record ↗Checked 3 September 2026 · The displayed rating applies only to the old 2012–December 2022 model and is not assigned to the current V7/V9 range.
Foton New Zealand Tunland warranty and roadside assistance ↗. Programme conditions, commercial-use limits and time-limited offers can change; confirm eligibility in the written dealer offer.
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Common questions
Foton Tunland V7 / V9 NZ FAQs
Is the Foton Tunland V7 / V9 available in New Zealand?+
Foton New Zealand lists V7-C 2WD, V7-C 4WD and V9-S 4WD variants with current NZ pricing. This status was checked 3 September 2026; confirm current stock and order timing with the supplying dealer.
Is the Foton Tunland V7 / V9 suitable for tradies?+
It can be if the exact body, payload, towing and accessory setup match the written work brief. The model name alone is not enough.
Can I request Foton Tunland V7 / V9 offers?+
Yes. Add the model to your vehicle brief and allow alternatives if you want relevant dealers to explain another option. Response numbers vary with model, location, timing and participating coverage.
