{
  "id": 17540471,
  "title": "Peugeot Landtrek gets more kick, but it still trails in bakkie game",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/01/peugeot-landtrek-gets-more-kick-but-it-still-trails-in-bakkie-game",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-01T05:05:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Citizen",
    "slug": "the-citizen",
    "url": "https://www.citizen.co.za/motoring/peugeot-landtrek-bakkie-road-test-review/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Peugeot has finally added a more powerful 2.2-litre turbodiesel engine to its Landtrek bakkie range, addressing the long-standing complaints about sluggish performance and high prices. Both the double cab variants, the Allure 4×2 and 4Action 4×4, are now available with the new engine, which delivers 147kw of power and 450Nm of torque. The 2.2-litre engine is paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission in the 4Action variant, which features permanent all-wheel drive for the first time.\n\nDuring a test drive, the newly introduced 2.2-litre engine demonstrated a significant improvement over the previous 1.9-litre turbodiesel. The 1.9-litre engine, which was plagued by turbo lag, took 16.39 seconds to reach 100km/h from a standstill, while the 2.2-litre variant achieved the same speed in just 11.98 seconds during a high-performance test. This reduction in acceleration time is crucial for overtaking and reducing the risk of accidents.\n\nApart from the engine upgrade, the Landtrek also received subtle styling changes, such as a new grille with an integrated Peugeot logo, glossy black lamp bezels, and a new front skid plate. The bakkie's tailgate and side painted plastic rear bumper showcase the new branding, while the interior features an electronic gear shifter and electric parking brake. The flagship 4Action variant comes standard with leather seats, a six-speaker sound system, a 360-degree camera, tyre-pressure monitor, side steps, 18-inch alloy wheels, and advanced safety systems like adaptive cruise control and blind-spot detection.\n\nDespite these enhancements, the Landtrek still trails behind other bakkies in the market. While the same price can still purchase top-tier offerings like the Toyota Hilux and Ford Ranger, as well as more affordable Chinese alternatives, Peugeot's bakkie still cannot match the overall performance and technological advancements of its competitors.",
  "summary": "At this price, you can buy a respectable double cab in Toyota Hilux and Ford Ranger stables.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}