Where do LDV vehicles come from?

Sommario:

1. Where do LDV vehicles come from?
2. What does LDV mean?
3. Who is LDV owned by?
4. Why are LDV Vans so cheap?
5. Who makes the LDV G10 engine?
6. Is LDV and Great Wall the same?
7. Which is better LDV or Great Wall?
8. Are Chinese cars safe?
9. Are Chinese cars any good?
10. What's the best van to buy?
11. Are LDV V80 any good?
12. What engine is in an LDV van?
13. What engine is in the LDV ute?
14. Is LDV better than Great Wall?
15. Is LDV made by Great Wall?
16. Is it safe to buy a Chinese car?
17. Are Chinese cars junk?
18. What is the most reliable Chinese car brand?
19. What is the most reliable Chinese car?
20. What's wrong with LDV utes?

Where do LDV vehicles come from?

LDV models are known under the Maxus brand in most other markets, and all LDVs are built in China by the giant Shanghai Automotive Industry Corporation - one of the largest and most valuable automotive manufacturing businesses in the world - and imported into Australia by Ateco Automotive.

What does LDV mean?

LDV originally stood for Leyland DAF Vans. Currently, under their new parent company SAIC Motor, LDV is simply known by its acronym. In its domestic market of China, LDV is marketed as Maxus.

Who is LDV owned by?

SAIC Motor Corporation Limited SAIC Motor Corporation Limited (formerly Shanghai Automobile and Industrial Corporation) is the largest automotive manufacturer in China. A Fortune Global 500 company, SAIC Motor sells about 6 million vehicles annually and has exclusive brands including LDV, Maxus, MG and Roewe.

Why are LDV Vans so cheap?

There are several reasons why LDV sold this model so cheaply. First, it needed to re-establish itself in the British market. The business that re-launched itself in 2016 was very different from the under-funded and rather shaky brand of the same name that eventually collapsed into receivership in 2009.

Who makes the LDV G10 engine?

SAIC This is the first diesel powered LDV G10 offered in Australia. LDV is a division of SAIC (Shanghai Automobile and Industrial Corporation), the largest automotive manufacturer in China. The G10 has been available with two petrol engines and in automatic and manual form but until now hasn't had a diesel on offer.

Is LDV and Great Wall the same?

The boss of Australia's primary importer of Chinese vehicles, Ateco automotive, says commercial vehicle manufacturer LDV and its parent company SAIC are worlds apart from the likes of Great Wall, which damaged the reputation of Chinese vehicles in Australia. ... These [LDV] guys are the biggest manufacturers in China.

Which is better LDV or Great Wall?

The LDV T60 was rather a pleasant surprise at its Australian launch in 2017. It was a Chinese-built dual-cab ute that actually looked pretty good, seemed well-built, drove nicely, was adequately capable off-road and it was sharply priced and well-equipped....LDV T60.

Safety rating
Seating	5 seats

Are Chinese cars safe?

Normal Chinese cars sold domestically in Asia are generally considered to be pretty safe, with similar equipment to American, Japanese, or European cars. ... Crashed by The Global New Car Assessment Programme (Global NCAP), it scored a shocking zero stars for safety.

Are Chinese cars any good?

All of the cars sold under a Chinese car brand offer serious value. In some cases, for example, one of the Chinese utes, you could purchase two vehicles for the price of a mid-tier HiLux. You certainly get a lot of tech and equipment for your money. Resale value.

What's the best van to buy?

Best vans 2021

• Vauxhall Vivaro.
• Mercedes-Benz Sprinter.
• Ford Transit Custom.
• Citroen Berlingo.
• Ford Transit Courier.
• Nissan e-NV200.
• Fiat Talento Sportivo.
• Toyota Land Cruiser Utility.

Are LDV V80 any good?

Has been a very reliable workhorse. I purchased the first LDV V80 van sold in this country. It is a 2013 model and was only available as a manual at the time. It is fitted with a factory tow bar and that does not interfere with the reverse sensors. It has never missed a beat.

What engine is in an LDV van?

LDV Maxus
Body style	Van Minibus Chassis cab
Layout	Front-engine, Front wheel drive
Powertrain
Engine	2.5 L I4 VM R425 DOHC diesel

What engine is in the LDV ute?

All T60s have a 2.8-litre turbo-diesel engine, producing 110kW at 3400 rpm and 360Nm at 1600-2800 rpm. The Luxe auto has a six-speed transmission.

Is LDV better than Great Wall?

The LDV T60 was rather a pleasant surprise at its Australian launch in 2017. It was a Chinese-built dual-cab ute that actually looked pretty good, seemed well-built, drove nicely, was adequately capable off-road and it was sharply priced and well-equipped....LDV T60.

Safety rating
Fuel Efficiency	9.6L/100km
Seating	5 seats

Is LDV made by Great Wall?

The boss of Australia's primary importer of Chinese vehicles, Ateco automotive, says commercial vehicle manufacturer LDV and its parent company SAIC are worlds apart from the likes of Great Wall, which damaged the reputation of Chinese vehicles in Australia. ... These [LDV] guys are the biggest manufacturers in China.

Is it safe to buy a Chinese car?

The first Chinese vehicles earned just two stars for safety; last year four cars earned a five-star crash rating. Most other Chinese cars now have a four-star safety score, although there are still a few languishing with two or three.

Are Chinese cars junk?

Not all Chinese cars are outright garbage, but they do have a few that are questionable. They also have some good vehicles in the luxury car segment. ... Though they do have some questionable cars, many are actually pretty decent and affordable. Here are some Chinese cars that are good and some that are garbage.

What is the most reliable Chinese car brand?

Best-selling brands in China

• 2017.
• 2016.
• BYD.
• Chery.
• Great Wall Motor.
• Landwind.
• Shuanghuan.
• Zotye.

What is the most reliable Chinese car?

Toyota has manufactured the most reliable Asian car brands for 7 straight years with Lexus/Toyota. Its repair costs are significantly more expensive than Mazda. They cost on average 38% more to repair than Mazda. Toyota is also the brand which is least likely to display a check engine light.

What's wrong with LDV utes?

Problems with the electronics appear to be the biggest source of grief for LDV owners. Many complain that the vehicle's on-board infotainment system appears to be fundamentally incompatible with Android phones and that the Bluetooth function generally just doesn't work as it should.