The new GWM Poer Pickup is on its way to Brazil, promising to be a strong competitor for the renowned Toyota Hilux with up to 462 horsepower and a load capacity of 1 ton.
Expected to arrive in Brazil soon, the GWM Poer Pickup is positioned as a strong competitor to the Toyota Hilux in 2024. Well equipped and ready to face one of the most popular models in the national market, the Poer represents yet another significant advance by Chinese automakers in the Brazil. Now available on Argentina through direct imports from China, this mid-size pickup truck is expected to arrive on the Brazilian market in the middle of the year, promising to shake up the segment with its features and performance.
New GWM Poer Pickup delivers up to 462 horsepower
There are plans for national production in Iracemápolis, São Paulo. This local production could result in more affordable versions, expanding the offer of Toyota's rival Hilux in the Brazilian market. Currently, speculation about the price is between R$200 and R$300, which strengthens it as a competitive option, within the current standard.
The GWM Poer Pickup uses, in addition to a version combustion, also a hybrid engine. However, the company still keeps some mechanical details confidential about what exactly will come to Brazil.
A speculated configuration includes a 1.5 turbo engine and two electric motors, providing a power of 393 horsepower (hp). There are also rumors of an entry-level version with mechanics similar to the H6 HEV, with a combined power of 243 horsepower. The safest bets on its engine are in another configuration. This would be a plug-in hybrid (Hi4) with flex power, incorporating three engines, one electric on each axle and one combustion engine at the front.
In this, the combustion engine It's a 2.0 flex turbo, with 255 horsepower and 38,7 mkgf. Then, with a double 163 horsepower electric motor, the combined power reaches 462 horsepower, powered by 20 kWh batteries with an electric range of up to 100 km.
New GWM Poer pickup truck can transport up to 1 ton
It is worth noting that the Toyota Hilux rival still has a complete package of resources. Firstly, 4×4 traction, rear differential lock and three driving modes are highlighted.
As for dimensions, the pickup is impressive, measuring around 5,41 meters long, 1,032 meters wide, 1,87 meters high and with a wheelbase of 3,23 meters. All this grandeur is used in its load capacity, which reaches an impressive 1 ton. Going further, the towing capacity can reach up to 3,5 tons.
In terms of safety, the Argentine version of the GWM Poer has descent and stability controls, a semi-autonomous driving system, an adaptive speed controller with automatic emergency braking, lane keeping assistance, identification of traffic signs, among others. resources.
Differences between GWM Poer and Toyota Hilux
In Argentina, the warranty offered for the GWM Poer pickup truck is 3 years or up to 100 thousand km. Compared to the Chinese, the Toyota Hilux delivers a 2.8 diesel engine. There are 204 horsepower and 42,8 kgfm of torque, consuming 10,3 km/l in the city and 11,8 km/l on the highway.
The Japanese car is 1.815mm high, 1.855mm wide, 5.325mm long, weighs 2.090 kg and has a generous wheelbase of 3.085mm. Regarding safety features, the model has a driver's airbag, alarm, passenger airbag, ABS brakes, traction control, electronic brake distribution, among others.
