Meet ‘new game in town’
LDV is expanding its range of commercial vehicles with the arrival of its Deliver 7 mid-size van.
Its introduction to the market offers loadspace, payload, comfort, safety, technology and value for money, says Kym Mellow, general manager of Inchcape NZ, which is the marque’s distributor for this country.
He says: “The Deliver 7 fits in perfectly size-wise preceding the larger Deliver 9s that we have in our dealerships.
“It’s a compellingly priced diesel van that’s suitable for urban delivery routes and cross-country transport while taking care of your bottom line.
“We know SMEs and fleet operators view time as their most valuable asset. They need a van that’s comfortable, efficient and convenient with advanced safety and technology features.”
The Deliver 7 sits in the same segment as the likes of the Ford Transit Custom, Renault Trafic, Volkswagen Transporter, Hyundai Staria and Toyota Hiace.
Two variants make up the Deliver 7’s low-roof range – a short wheelbase (SWB) and long wheelbase (LWB). They come in at 4,998mm long for the SWB and 5,364mm long for the LWB, 2,323mm wide and 1,998mm high.
Its futuristic and distinctive face with LED daytime running lights give it a striking look. Out back, LED rear tail-lights, 236-degree barn doors with two-stage opening and a single or double sliding side door complete the aesthetics.
Under the bonnet, the two-litre turbo diesel engine delivers 123.5kW of power and 390Nm of torque through the front wheels.
It’s mated with a nine-speed gearbox and the fuel tank can hold 80 litres. The 2,000kg maximum braked-towing capacity gives drivers extra capability if needed.
The Deliver 7’s standard safety and driver-assistance systems include autonomous emergency braking, adaptive cruise control with stop and go, front-collision warning, emergency lane keeping and lane-change assist, blind-spot detection, front and rear parking sensors, and rear cross-traffic alert.
The van’s cabin is a “practical and convenient workspace” for the driver. Features include keyless entry and start, height-adjustable driver’s seat with manual slide, recline, lumbar support and armrest.
The 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment display hosts DAB radio, Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Three USB ports provide further flexibility.
There are practical additions at the rear as well. The 236-degree opening rear doors – ideal for loading pallets via a forklift – can be fixed in place while the van is on an incline to prevent them from being blown shut.
Both back doors come standard with glass to ensure optimal visibility and non-slip rubber flooring, which is a key safety requirement for fleet owners.
There are six cargo area tie-down points with the SWB and eight on the LWB, a single-sliding door on the passenger side and rear-cargo lighting. The SWB model packs a cargo capacity of 6.3 cubic metres. This rises to 7.2cu m with the LWB.
The Deliver 7 starts from $53,990 for the SWB and $56,990 for the LWB. Both are covered by a seven-year/200,000km warranty, unlimited kilometre seven-year roadside assistance and seven years' worth of warrant of fitness checks.
Mellow says: “Its payload and loadspace capability, high levels of ADAS, sharp pricing and specification combine to deliver a compelling commercial offering for SMEs and fleet operators.
“The new Deliver 7 is the new game in town when it comes to the highly competitive mid-size van market. It offers exceptional value without compromising on quality or innovation and is built to work as hard as our customers do.”
The van is available to pre-order now with delivery in the new year. Vehicles will be available for test drives from showrooms from January 1.
