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William Stopford
Which ute should you buy for under $60,000?
Australia's ute market is teeming with options, from popular mainstays to Chinese challengers. Which ones would we choose with a budget of $60,000?
1 Month Ago
Overview
Variant
Explore
Variant
Laramie
Body type
Utility
Body type
Utility
Engine size
2.5 L
Engine size
6.7 L
Drive type
4x4
Drive type
4x4
Fuel efficiency (combined)
7.9 / 100 km
Fuel efficiency (combined)
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Power and torque
160kW / 520Nm
Power and torque
313kW / 1458Nm
1013km
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Warranty
7 years
Warranty
3 years
Doors
4
Doors
4
Seats
5
Seats
6
Fuel type
Diesel
Fuel type
Diesel
Safety rating
5 Stars
Safety rating
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Specifications
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop & Go
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop & Go
Trailer Assist
Tow Mode: yes
Trailer Assist
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Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Wireless Connection: yes
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Wireless Connection: yes
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Android Wireless Connection: yes
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Wireless Connection: yes
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Parking Assistance
Rear Automatic Braking Whilst: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Side
Side Type: Camera
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Includes Memory Seat Adjustments: yes
Memorised Adjustment
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Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Voice Activating System
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Voice Activating System
Virtual Assistant: Other
Navigational Systems
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Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Information Type: 3d And Voice
Map Updates Months of Subscription: 12
Screen Size (in): 12.00
USB Charging Port
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USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 6
Location: Rear
Number of Ports in Rear: 2
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 184
CO2 Level (Combined): 208
CO2 Level (Urban): 250
Standard Met: EU5
Emission Control Level
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Engine (cc): 2498
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 2.5
Number of Cylinders: 4
Engine
Engine (cc): 6690
Engine Configuration: V
Engine Code: I-6 Cummins
Engine (L): 6.7
Number of Cylinders: 6
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 95
Minimum Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Minimum Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 21.1
Main Capacity (L): 80
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 17.6
Main Type: Total
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 31.0
Main Capacity (L): 117
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 25.8
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 12.30
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 12.30
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 12.00
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 12.00
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
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Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Displays Pressure Reading: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 1013
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 629
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 12.7
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 7.9
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 36
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 30
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 14.3
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 7.0
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 40
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 34
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 10.5
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 9.5
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 30
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 25
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 10.9
Maximum Speed (km/h): 180
Maximum Speed (mph): 112
Performance
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Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 218
Maximum Power (kW): 160
Maximum Torque (Nm): 520
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 3800
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 426
Maximum Power (kW): 313
Maximum Torque (Nm): 1458
Measurement Standard: SAE
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 3200
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1800
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 7.9
Fuel Economy
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Differential Lock
Location: Rear
Differential Lock
Location: Rear
Drive
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Part-Time
Selection: Manual
Drive
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Part-Time
Selection: Manual
Transmission
Description: Automatic
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 8
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Automatic
Transmission
Code: 68rfe
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Low High Gear Ranges: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 8
Shift Lever Location: Column
Type: Automatic
Limited Slip Differential
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Limited Slip Differential
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Mechanical
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Power Steering
Type: Electric
Power Steering
Type: Hydraulic
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Synthetic Leather
Steering Wheel
Heated: yes
Height Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Type: Wishbone
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Beam
Front Wheel Dependence: Rigid
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Leaf
Rear Type: Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Rigid
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Front Wheels Tire Width: 265
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 265
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 118
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 70
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: T
Front Wheels Tire Type: All Seasons
Front Wheels Tire Width: 275
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 118
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 70
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: T
Rear Wheels Tire Type: All Seasons
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 275
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 18
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Location: 1
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 18
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 18
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.0
Location: 1
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 18
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.0
Trailer Towing Preparation
Trailer Hitch: yes
Trailer Towing Preparation
Trailer Hitch: yes
Body Style
Body Type: Utility
Cab Type: Double Cab
Local Body Type: Utility
Roof Type: Standard
Wheelbase Type: Short
Body Style
Body Type: Utility
Cab Type: Double Cab
Local Body Type: Utility
Platform Code: DS
Roof Type: Standard
Wheelbase Type: Short
Step
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Step
Step Location: Rear
Rear Step Type: Platform
Step Location: Side
Ramp Angles
Approach Angle: 29.0
Departure Angle: 25.0
Ramp Angles
Approach Angle: 22.9
Departure Angle: 25.8
Cargo Area Dimensions
Length (in): 61.5
Length (mm): 1561
Loading Floor Height (in): 21.1
Loading Floor Height (mm): 535
Standard Measurement: VDA
Width Between Wheelhouses (in): 48.4
Width Between Wheelhouses (mm): 1230
Width (in): 59.1
Width (mm): 1500
Cargo Area Dimensions
Cargo Volume (cu ft): 56.5
Cargo Volume (L): 1600
Height (in): 20.1
Height (mm): 511
Length (in): 98.3
Length (mm): 2496
Standard Measurement: Manufacturer'S Own
Width Between Wheelhouses (in): 51.0
Width Between Wheelhouses (mm): 1295
Width (in): 66.4
Width (mm): 1687
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 13300
Front Overhang (in): 37.5
Front Overhang (mm): 953
Front Track (in): 66.3
Front Track (mm): 1685
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 8.7
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 220
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 43.6
Overall Height (in): 73.8
Overall Height (mm): 1874
Overall Length (in): 216.5
Overall Length (mm): 5500
Overall Width Folded Mirror (in): 80.5
Overall Width Folded Mirror (mm): 2045
Overall Width (in): 78.6
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 89.2
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 2265
Overall Width (mm): 1997
Rear Overhang (in): 49.1
Rear Overhang (mm): 1247
Rear Track (in): 66.3
Rear Track (mm): 1685
Wheelbase (in): 129.9
Wheelbase (mm): 3300
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 14600
Front Track (in): 67.7
Front Track (mm): 1719
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 8.6
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 218
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 47.9
Overall Height (in): 80.2
Overall Height (mm): 2037
Overall Length (in): 238.8
Overall Length (mm): 6066
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 103.5
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 2630
Rear Track (in): 67.1
Rear Track (mm): 1704
Wheelbase (in): 149.0
Wheelbase (mm): 3785
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Chrome
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Chrome
Location: Rear
Cargo Doors
Location: Rear
Rear Opening Angle: 90
Rear Operation: Dropping Gate
Cargo Doors
Location: Rear
Rear Opening Angle: 180
Rear Operation: Dropping Gate
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
Headlight Control
Height Adjustment: Manual
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Paint
External Colour: Black
Type: Gloss
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Gloss
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Toned
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Toned
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Chrome
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Chrome
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Rear Side Windows
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Rear Side Windows
Location: Driver
Driver Type: Wind-Up
Location: Passenger
Passenger Type: Wind-Up
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Privacy Glass
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Privacy Glass
Location: Rear
Location: Rear Side
Rear View Mirror Camera
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Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Weights
Front Axle Weight (kg): 1600
Front Axle Weight (lb): 3527
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 3500
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 7716
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 3320
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 7319
Payload Allowance (kg): 870
Payload Allowance (lb): 1918
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 2450
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 5401
Rear Axle Weight (kg): 2100
Rear Axle Weight (lb): 4630
Tare Weight (kg): 2391
Weights
Front Axle Weight (kg): 2721
Front Axle Weight (lb): 5999
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 4500
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 9921
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Train Weight (kg): 12837
Gross Train Weight (lb): 28301
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 5352
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 11799
Payload Allowance (kg): 1652
Payload Allowance (lb): 3642
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 3700
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 8157
Rear Axle Weight (kg): 3175
Rear Axle Weight (lb): 7000
Tare Weight (kg): 3609
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
Audio System
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
USB (Rear): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 2
Total Rear USB Connections: 1
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 9
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 7
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 6
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Center
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Third Row Seat Belts
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Third Row Seat Belts
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Autonomous Drive
Lane Changing: yes
Level: 1 - Driver Assistance
Traffic Sign Response: yes
Autonomous Drive
Active Lane Control: yes
Level: 2 - Partial Automation
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Includes Collision Avoidance: yes
Includes Display: yes
Includes Trailer Coverage: yes
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Type: Sensor
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Type: Sensor
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Adult Occupant Score: 91.0
ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 89.0
ANCAP Date Tested: 20240701
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 84.0
ANCAP Rating Expiry Date: 20301201
ANCAP Rating Year: 2024
ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 85.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: Mgu9 Explore
Crash Test Results
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Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Front Seat
Location: Centre
Center Front Seat Type: 40/20/40 Split
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Memory
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: 2-Way Electric
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Type: 40/20/40 Split
Driver Front Seat Ventilated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Type: 2-Way Electric
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Type: 40/20/40 Split
Passenger Front Seat Ventilated: yes
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
Main Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Seating
Capacity: 6
Configuration: 3+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Below Seat Storage
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Below Seat Storage
Location: Rear
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Rear Outlet: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Power Locks
Includes Trunk Hatch: yes
Operation: Card Key
Cargo Area
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Tray/Tub
Length: Short
Liner: Spray-In
Type: Straight Side
Load Restraint
Type: Hooks
Roof
—
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Interior Trim
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Load Area Side Covering
Type: Plastic/Rubber
Luxury Trim
Doors: Alloy Look
Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
Service
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Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 12000
Distance (miles): 7456
Period (Months): 12
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