NOBLE STEED
While many folk still regard Chinese vehicles as a compromise, manufacturers like GWM are making great strides in improving their products. Grant Spolander test drives the new GWM Steed 5, a well-packaged double-cab that promises to stir up the pot in its sector.
Additional Info
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Engine
Cylinders / Capacity 4 / 2 499
Bore and stroke 93 x 92
Compression ratio 17.2 to 1
Fuel supply Common rail direct injection
Fuel Diesel
Max power 80 kW @ 3 400 rpm
Max torque 300 Nm @ 1 800 rpm
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Transmission
Shift type 5-speed manual
First gear 3.922
Second gear 2.150
Third gear 1.334
Fourth gear 1.000
Fifth gear 0.806
Final drive 4.100
Reverse 4.220
Low-range 2.480
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Controls
4WD selection type Electronic button
Steering type Rack & pinion
Wheels Alloy
Full-size spare Yes
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Measurements (mm)
Height 1 730
Length 5 015
Width 1 800
Wheelbase 3 050
Front / rear track 1 515 / 1 525
- Fuel Consumption Combined cycle (urban / freeway) 8.96
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Performance
0 – 100 km/h 15.31 seconds
100 – 120 km/h 6.5 seconds
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Recovery points
Front LHS
Rear RHS
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Underbody Protection
Front diff Plastic guard
Transfer case None
Fuel tank None
Rear diff None
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Load and Towing Capabilities (kg)
Tare 1 740
GVM 2 740
CVM 3 850
Towing capacity (unbraked) 750
Towing capacity (braked) 1 740
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Brakes
Front Discs
Rear Drums
ABS Yes
- Load Capacity (litres) Load bay dimensions 1 450 x 1 400 x 480 mm
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Warranties, Maintenance and Service
Warranty 3-year / 100 000 km
Service intervals 10 000 km
