Peugeot has been plotting a pickup truck
for emerging markets for a few years now, and they have just unveiled it. It’s
called the Landtrek, it is highly versatile and will launch in Latin America
and sub-Saharan Africa at first, before arriving in other markets. Mind you,
Europe is not expected to be among them. Offered in chassis, single or double
cab, in workhorse or multipurpose variants, and it can haul up to 3
Euro-pallets.
The payload exceeds one tonne and in some versions, it can reach 1.2 tonnes. Furthermore, the
single cab model can be sold without the rear bumper, thus providing better
access to the bed via the 180-degree opening tailgate.
On the outside, the Landtrek incorporates
the brand’s design language, with a chunky grille hosting the Lion logo at the
front, flanked by bulky headlights. LED lighting is also offered and the truck
features underbody protection, roof rails, side steps, as well as ‘Landtrek’
and ‘Peugeot’ badges on the tailgate. M/S tires can be fitted, alongside a
chrome roll bar, hard top glass, thermoformed body protection, protective mats
and a few other items.
Depending on the version, Peugeot’s pickup
truck can be had with up to six seats – three sitting at the front and another
three at the back. Two independent front seats are also available, separated by
a central armrest, and seven grab handles will enhance accessibility.
Elsewhere, it has a two-spoke steering
wheel, inspired by the 3008 compact crossover, and a 10-inch infotainment
system at the top of the dashboard that echoes the unit inside the 508 midsize
car. Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth, USB sockets, 10 GB hard drive,
dual-zone climate control and other goodies are also included. As for safety
features, the Peugeot Landtrek gets Lane Departure Warning, a 360-degree camera
system, Hill Descent Control, ASR and Trailer Swing Control. Power comes from a
1.9-liter diesel or a 2.4-liter turbocharged petrol engine. The former develops
150 PS and 350 Nm of torque, is paired to a
6-speed manual gearbox and returns 7.8 l/100 km (36.2 mpg UK / 30.2 mpg US).
The gasoline unit kicks out 210 PS and 320 Nm, and can be matched to a 6-speed manual or a
6-speed automatic gearbox. Fuel economy figures have not been announced for
this lump. Base models are offered with rear-wheel drive, b
