{"id":2642,"date":"2025-08-22T12:04:56","date_gmt":"2025-08-22T02:04:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.motorscout.com.au\/wp-blog\/?p=2642"},"modified":"2025-08-16T14:44:12","modified_gmt":"2025-08-16T04:44:12","slug":"review-2025-ldv-t60","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.motorscout.com.au\/wp-blog\/review-2025-ldv-t60\/","title":{"rendered":"Review: 2025 LDV T60"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>If you are shopping for a no-nonsense dual-cab that punches above its badge weight, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.motorscout.com.au\/model\/ldv-t60\"><strong data-start=\"112\" data-end=\"128\">2025 LDV T60<\/strong><\/a> deserves a proper look. The latest update tightens up the package with more active safety, a simplified range and a bigger towing figure. It still wears a keen price, still uses a gutsy 2.0-litre bi-turbo diesel, and still aims squarely at buyers who want capability without a prestige tax. In short, this <strong data-start=\"435\" data-end=\"458\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.motorscout.com.au\/model\/ldv-t60\">2025 LDV T60<\/a> review<\/strong> finds a ute that has grown up, not grown soft.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"769\" data-end=\"786\">Pros and Cons<\/h2>\n<h4 data-start=\"787\" data-end=\"797\">Pros<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"800\" data-end=\"920\">Strong outputs for the money: 160 kW and 500 Nm from the 2.0-litre bi-turbo diesel feel lively with a load or trailer.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"923\" data-end=\"985\">Now rated to tow <strong data-start=\"940\" data-end=\"958\">3,500 kg braked<\/strong>, matching the big names.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"988\" data-end=\"1121\">Plus variants bring multi-link rear suspension and nicer tech, which lifts day-to-day polish.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 data-start=\"1123\" data-end=\"1133\"><\/h4>\n<h4 data-start=\"1123\" data-end=\"1133\">Cons<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"1136\" data-end=\"1211\">Line-up is auto-only and smaller than before, which reduces buyer choice.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1214\" data-end=\"1278\">No current ANCAP rating; the old 2017 score no longer applies.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1281\" data-end=\"1390\">Cabin presentation and road refinement still trail the segment leaders.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"1392\" data-end=\"1418\">How Much Does It Cost?<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1419\" data-end=\"1997\">LDV has trimmed the range to three models for MY25. Retail drive-away pricing sits at <strong data-start=\"1505\" data-end=\"1516\">$45,253<\/strong> for the T60 Max Pro, <strong data-start=\"1538\" data-end=\"1549\">$52,095<\/strong> for the T60 Max Plus, and <strong data-start=\"1576\" data-end=\"1587\">$53,674<\/strong> for the Max Plus Mega Tub. ABN pricing undercuts those numbers. Value remains a calling card, but note that prices have edged up compared with run-out deals and the manual has been dropped. If you want the long-tub look, the Mega Tub now sits as the flagship. <strong data-start=\"1848\" data-end=\"1865\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.motorscout.com.au\/model\/ldv-t60\">LDV T60<\/a> price<\/strong> watchers should keep an eye on national offers, as LDV often runs promotions for ABN holders.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"1999\" data-end=\"2024\">Features and Benefits<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2025\" data-end=\"2804\">Even the Pro gets a decent <strong data-start=\"2052\" data-end=\"2072\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.motorscout.com.au\/model\/ldv-t60\">LDV T60<\/a> features<\/strong> list: LED headlights, a 10.25-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, climate control, rear air vents, spray-in liner and proper four-wheel drive with low range. Step to the <strong data-start=\"2244\" data-end=\"2256\">Max Plus<\/strong> and you gain the good stuff buyers ask for: 12.3-inch twin screens, wireless phone charging, leather and heated power front seats, proximity entry, multi-link rear suspension, and a rear diff lock that actually helps on loose climbs. The engine is the known 2.0-litre twin-turbo diesel at <strong data-start=\"2546\" data-end=\"2563\">160 kW\/500 Nm<\/strong>, paired to an 8-speed auto. That tune gives the <strong data-start=\"2612\" data-end=\"2635\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.motorscout.com.au\/model\/ldv-t60\">LDV T60<\/a> performance<\/strong> a flexible feel around town and on the highway, without drinking like a V6. Claimed combined economy for Plus is <strong data-start=\"2749\" data-end=\"2765\">8.9 L\/100 km<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"2806\" data-end=\"2816\">Safety<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2817\" data-end=\"3341\">Big news here: <strong data-start=\"2832\" data-end=\"2864\">autonomous emergency braking<\/strong> is now standard across the range, joined by lane-keep assist and adaptive cruise on the Pro, plus a 360-degree high-definition camera on Max Plus. That keeps the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.motorscout.com.au\/model\/ldv-t60\"><strong>T60<\/strong><\/a> compliant with 2025 rules and adds confidence on tight work sites. Be aware the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.motorscout.com.au\/model\/ldv-t60\"><strong>T60<\/strong><\/a> <strong data-start=\"3115\" data-end=\"3156\">does not carry a current ANCAP rating<\/strong>; the 2017 test is retired, so treat it like an unrated model until retested. On balance, the active kit now aligns better with what buyers expect.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"3343\" data-end=\"3360\">Running Costs<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3361\" data-end=\"3833\">LDV backs the ute with a <strong data-start=\"3386\" data-end=\"3420\">seven-year\/200,000 km warranty<\/strong> and five years of roadside assistance. There is <strong data-start=\"3469\" data-end=\"3498\">no capped-price servicing<\/strong> program listed, so shop around among dealers and independents for transparent quotes. Fuel claims vary by variant, but the <strong data-start=\"3622\" data-end=\"3648\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.motorscout.com.au\/model\/ldv-t60\">LDV T60<\/a> specifications<\/strong> include a 73-litre tank and Euro 5 emissions status; expect real-world consumption to rise with heavy loads, off-road use or long-distance towing.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"3835\" data-end=\"3868\">Comparison To Its Competitors<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3869\" data-end=\"4671\">Against the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.motorscout.com.au\/model\/ford-ranger\"><strong>Ford Ranger<\/strong><\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.motorscout.com.au\/model\/toyota-hilux\"><strong>Toyota HiLux<\/strong><\/a>, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.motorscout.com.au\/model\/ldv-t60\"><strong data-start=\"3915\" data-end=\"3931\">2025 LDV T60<\/strong><\/a> wins on purchase price and now matches them for <strong data-start=\"3980\" data-end=\"3999\">towing capacity<\/strong> at 3,500 kg. Cabin tech on the Plus models is right in the hunt. Where it still gives ground is overall polish: steering feel, ride quietness and the breadth of accessories and aftermarket support remain stronger with the blue-chip utes. Versus value rivals like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.motorscout.com.au\/model\/gwm_haval-cannon\"><strong>GWM Cannon<\/strong><\/a>, the LDV counters with more power and a longer factory warranty, while the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.motorscout.com.au\/model\/gwm_haval-cannon\"><strong>Cannon<\/strong><\/a> can feel a touch more settled on coarse roads. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.motorscout.com.au\/model\/isuzu-d-max\"><strong>Isuzu D-Max<\/strong><\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.motorscout.com.au\/model\/mazda-bt-50\"><strong>Mazda BT-50<\/strong><\/a> remain refinement benchmarks, but cost more once you match engine outputs and equipment. If you plan to tow, the LDV\u2019s new rating and diff lock make it a genuine option rather than a left-field punt.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"3869\" data-end=\"4671\">2025 LDV T60 Lux Review: Key Specs, Tech and Towing<\/h2>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"2025 LDV T60 Lux - Review\" width=\"750\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/EY96dEkZGoY?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"4673\" data-end=\"4687\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"4688\" data-end=\"5081\">This <strong data-start=\"4693\" data-end=\"4716\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.motorscout.com.au\/model\/ldv-t60\">2025 LDV T60<\/a> review<\/strong> lands on a simple takeaway. LDV has fixed the big gaps, sharpened the safety story, and kept the numbers compelling. If you need a workhorse that will tow, carry and tackle rough sites without a prestige badge, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.motorscout.com.au\/model\/ldv-t60\"><strong>T60<\/strong><\/a> deserves to be on the shortlist. Understand what it is best at, spec it smartly, and it will earn its keep.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"5083\" data-end=\"5103\">Rating: 7.9\/10<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"5104\" data-end=\"5365\">Strong value, stout outputs and proper <strong data-start=\"5155\" data-end=\"5180\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.motorscout.com.au\/model\/ldv-t60\">2025 LDV T60<\/a> features<\/strong> lift it, while the lack of a current ANCAP score and some on-road finesse hold it back. If value and towing matter most, you will be happy here.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you are shopping for a no-nonsense dual-cab that punches above its badge weight, the 2025 LDV T60 deserves a proper look. The latest update tightens up the package with more active safety, a simplified range and a bigger towing figure. It still wears a keen price, still uses a gutsy 2.0-litre bi-turbo diesel, and&hellip; <a class=\"more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.motorscout.com.au\/wp-blog\/review-2025-ldv-t60\/\">Continue reading <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Review: 2025 LDV T60<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":2646,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[7,2,5],"tags":[2671,2674,2672,627,2675,2673,2676],"class_list":["post-2642","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-best-cars-to-buy","category-buying-your-new-car","category-choosing-the-right-car","tag-2025-ldv-t60","tag-2025-ldv-t60-features","tag-2025-ldv-t60-review","tag-ldv-t60-price","tag-ldv-t60-performance","tag-ldv-t60-specifications","tag-ldv-t60-towing-capacity","entry"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.motorscout.com.au\/wp-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2642","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.motorscout.com.au\/wp-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.motorscout.com.au\/wp-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.motorscout.com.au\/wp-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.motorscout.com.au\/wp-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2642"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/www.motorscout.com.au\/wp-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2642\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2645,"href":"https:\/\/www.motorscout.com.au\/wp-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2642\/revisions\/2645"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.motorscout.com.au\/wp-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2646"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.motorscout.com.au\/wp-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2642"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.motorscout.com.au\/wp-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2642"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.motorscout.com.au\/wp-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2642"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}