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The Chinese Pickup Foton Tuland V9 Makes Its Debut in Brazil as a Hybrid Diesel-Electric Pickup, with an 8-Speed Automatic Transmission and 10 Years of Warranty.
Inside, the Chinese pickup offers luxury sedan-worthy finish, with electric seats, a panoramic sunroof, and a giant multimedia center, while the mechanical package of the Foton Tuland V9 combines a 2.0 turbo diesel engine with a 48V hybrid system. Add to that the 8-speed automatic transmission, 4×4 traction with various driving modes, and the promised 10 years of warranty from the brand, and you understand why this hybrid diesel-electric pickup has become a topic of conversation among those who spend time on the road.
Luxury Car Interior in a Chinese Pickup
Before talking about torque, consumption, and traction, the Tuland V9 wins over with what the eyes can see and the body can feel inside. The finish quality is worthy of a luxury car.
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The seats have premium upholstery and come with electric adjustments for eight positions, as well as heating for the front seats, something still rare in pickups sold here.
The panoramic sunroof enhances the feeling of space, which is already good due to the cabin’s size. The interior space is generous and designed for those who spend hours on the road, with good ergonomics for legs, arms, and lumbar support.
On the dashboard, the Chinese pickup shows that it is here to compete in the premium segment. The instrument panel is fully digital, with a 12.3-inch HD screen, and the multimedia center occupies a good part of the center with 14.6 inches, concentrating connectivity and main controls.
There are controls on the steering wheel, dual-zone automatic air conditioning, keyless entry, and very well-adjusted acoustic insulation for a comfortable ride.
Those who spend time on the road notice the details. The driver highlights that the suspension has “shock absorbers that don’t hit hard”, filtering bumps and irregularities.
The truck bed has good space and offers a practical solution: an integrated ladder to facilitate access. The cover is optional but helps transform the bed into a trunk for those who need to protect loads or luggage.
8-Speed Automatic Transmission, 4×4 and Six Driving Modes
In terms of mechanics, the Chinese pickup Foton Tuland V9 takes on the role of a work vehicle with passenger car behavior.
The automatic transmission is an 8-speed ZF gearbox, a configuration known for its smoothness and quick shifts.
The transmission works with a 4×4 traction system with electronic engagement, equipped with descend control and rear differential locking, essential features for those facing steep ramps loaded, slippery surfaces, or construction and dirt sections.
Additionally, the Tuland V9 offers six driving modes: economical, standard, sport, mud, snow, and sand. In practice, these modes adjust the throttle response, transmission management, and traction behavior for each type of terrain.
In the presenter’s usage, the preference was clear: to run most of the time in economical mode to understand the real consumption.
The result was an average of around 8.4 liters per 100 km, which corresponds to 11.9 km/l, a quite interesting number for a large, automatic, 4×4 pickup with so much technology on board.
It’s road performance that speaks to those who drive a lot and need to control the cost per kilometer.
Hybrid Diesel-Electric Pickup: What the Tuland V9 Does Differently
The Tuland V9 has an important differential for the Brazilian market: it is the first pickup with a diesel-electric hybrid system in the country.
The mechanical heart is a 2.0 turbo diesel engine, code 4F20, with 175 horsepower and 445 Nm of maximum torque, providing the strength for overtaking, carrying loads uphill, and mixed city-highway use.
To this package adds the BOS hybrid system of 48V. It is not a plug-in hybrid that runs long distances solely on electric power, and the premise here is not to turn off the diesel engine to run silently all the time.
The role of the electric system is to support components that would normally be powered by belts and would draw energy directly from the combustion engine, such as the air conditioning compressor, among others.
By relieving part of this mechanical load on the engine, the system contributes to better energy efficiency and smoother operation of some auxiliary systems.
On top of that, there’s a significant practical benefit for those driving in São Paulo: hybrid and electric vehicles are exempt from the municipal traffic restriction, which helps to explain why this Chinese pickup also grabs attention from an urban mobility perspective.
Another detail captured in the video is the attention to daily use. The hood opens smoothly thanks to two shock absorbers, making it easier to access the engine compartment for quick inspections. In a tall and heavy vehicle like this, small design considerations make a difference in daily routine.
Top Security and Complete ADAS Package
In terms of safety, the Chinese pickup Foton Tuland V9 does not hold back. The model comes with a considered complete ADAS package, with 13 semi-autonomous driving assistance technologies.
Highlighted features include adaptive cruise control with stop and go function, lane keeping and centering assistance, and a high-resolution 360-degree camera.
These features directly relate to the day-to-day driving experience of a large pickup. The adaptive cruise control helps maintain a safe distance in highway traffic and stop-and-go situations, while the lane centering function reduces the driver’s effort on long trips.
The 360-degree camera and front and rear sensors greatly facilitate parking maneuvers in tight spots, docks, and garages.
The presenter emphasizes how these systems have helped especially when parking, a moment when the vehicle’s size could be a disadvantage. With electronic support, the experience becomes more relaxed and predictable.
To complete the proposal for safety and confidence, Foton offers up to 10 years of warranty for the Tuland line, which stands out from the market standard and serves as a clear statement that the brand trusts in the durability of the package and wants to break down Brazilian customers’ resistance towards a Chinese pickup.
What This Chinese Pickup Reveals About the New Phase of China’s Industry
One of the most interesting points of the video is the final reflection on China’s role in the global industry. In just a few decades, the country has transitioned from being seen solely as a copier to becoming a hub of technological development, especially in sectors such as the automotive industry.
According to the presenter, this turnaround is no coincidence. It is the result of a combination of coordinated state approach, long-term planning, massive investment, and well-defined strategic goals.
This has enabled China to reduce its dependence on foreign technology and to dominate entire value chains across various segments.
The presence of the Chinese pickup Foton Tuland V9 in Brazil is a direct result of this movement. It is not just an isolated product, but part of a broader strategy in which Chinese brands are starting to compete in segments previously dominated by traditional manufacturers, often with more embedded technology, more comfort features, and aggressive warranty offers.
By placing this pickup alongside stories of classic trucks on Brazilian roads, the video creates an interesting contrast: the tradition of the veteran yellow and red Mercedes trucks versus the new generation of Chinese vehicles, filled with screens, ADAS, and hybrid systems.
Is It Worth Keeping an Eye on This Chinese Pickup?
In the end, the Foton Tuland V9 appears as more than just a pretty technical specification. It serves as a business card for everything the new wave of Chinese vehicles aims to represent here: more sophisticated design, lots of embedded technology, premium car comfort, robust mechanical package, and an aggressive after-sales proposal, with up to 10 years of warranty in the line.
For those who spend time on the road, carry loads, or simply like pickups, there’s an impression that this Chinese pickup could be the starting point for a shift in perception about what comes from China in this category. It remains to be seen how it will perform in the long term, in the hands of customers, in workshops, and at dealerships.
And for you, does this Chinese pickup Foton Tuland V9 priced at R$ 310 thousand have what it takes to confront traditional pickups already on the market, or is there still a lack of confidence in betting on a Foton hybrid diesel-electric pickup?
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