JMC’s new Grand(est) Avenue bakkie anything but a dead end
JMC's step up model from the Vigus has more power and features, and at a price below R600 000.
The Grand Avenue, Jiangling Motors Corporation's latest offering, marks a significant return to the South African market after a period of relative absence. Unlike its Chinese counterparts, Jiangling has taken a cautious approach, unveiling a new full-size bakkie in January and a more rugged off-road variant, the Grand Avenue Pro, in August for the Kyalami Festival of Motoring.
The Grand Avenue, available in both two-wheel and four-wheel drive variants, is styled after the Chevrolet Silverado, Ford Ranger, and the GWM P300, reflecting a blend of American and Korean automotive design sensibilities. Powered by a 155kW/500Nm 2.5-litre turbodiesel engine, it shares its drivetrain with the Vigus, albeit with enhanced power and refinement.
The Grand Avenue, positioned as Jiangling's flagship, measures 5,450mm in length, 3,270mm in wheelbase, 1,935mm in height, and 1,890mm in width, offering a ground clearance of 235mm and a towing capacity of 3,500kg. The interior features a 12-inch infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, as well as standard safety features like airbags, cruise control, and Hill Descent Control.
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