Maxus will beat the competition again, becoming the first manufacturer to bring a four-wheel drive electric pickup to the European market, which Professional Pickup understands will be called the eTerron 9.

Expected to be unveiled at this month’s IAA Transportation show in Hanover, the eTerron 9 marks a significant step forward from last year’s rear-wheel-drive T90EV pickup.

Images and specifications were released on a Chinese government website, showing a vehicle with substantial upgrades over its predecessor. This new model is slated to launch in China with both diesel and electric powertrains, although it’s expected that the UK will only get the EV initially. A diesel variant might follow, but this has not yet been confirmed.

Performance and Powertrain

The eTerron is set to feature a dual-motor setup, delivering a combined power output of 354kW (481hp). A 138kW (187hp) motor at the front will be joined by a 216kW (293hp) motor at the rear. The pair will support four-wheel drive and a top speed of 118mph. That’s quite a step from the current T90EV, powered by a single 130kW (176hp) rear-mounted motor.

Power is delivered from a lithium iron phosphate battery, but no details regarding battery capacity and driving range are currently available.

Maxus electric 4wd pickup tailgate

Dimensions and Design

Significantly larger than the T90EV, the eTerron measures 5,500mm in length, 2,005mm in width, and 1860mm in height, with a 3,300mm wheelbase. These dimensions make it larger than both the Toyota HiLux and Ford Ranger.

The cargo bed dimensions are 1561 mm long and 1610 mm wide, which makes the eTerron’s bed slightly larger than the Ford Ranger’s.

Payload limits are listed at just 320kg, making it unsuitable for UK users. However, with a kerb weight of 2,850kg, there’s the possibility that this could be extended to 650kg, putting it on par with the Ranger Raptor’s 652kg limit. Towing capacity is listed at 3.5 tonnes.

Off-road prowess is yet to be proven, but approach and departure angles of 29 and 25 degrees match the Toyota Hilux despite the extra length of the Maxus.

Pricing and Availability

Further details on the Maxus eTerron 9 will be revealed at the IAA Transportation show, but don’t expect a UK release until well into 2025. Given the £50,000 price tag of the T90EV, the more powerful, capable and modern eTerron 9 won’t be a cheap option.

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