Maxus T60 Review: A Powerful 4x4 Pickup Truck With Real Presence

If you are looking for a capable, well equipped and well balanced pickup truck, the Maxus T60 fits the bill. Available from us here at The Electric Van Company with bases in Rochdale, Leeds and Nelson (Burnley) and beyond, it delivers serious power, a strong payload, rugged looks and good towing ability.

It is full of cutting edge technology but, in this day and age, perhaps most importantly it is outstanding value for money. It is ideal for you if you are a tradesperson, a small business, an outdoor enthusiast, or working in agriculture or on sites.

Whether you need a reliable workhorse for daily use, or a versatile 4x4 double cab pickup for work and the weekend and the kids, the Maxus T60 really does shine as one of the best value pickups available. With our sites across the North West and Yorkshire, The Electric Van Company (yes, we DO sell diesels) is the place to talk about securing one.

Why choose a Maxus T60?

The Maxus T60 is a modern, rugged double cab 4x4 pickup truck, designed for demanding jobs whilst also being comfortable on motorway and dual carriageway journeys. It is spacious, comfortable and great value. The key strengths are:

• Powerful 2.0 litre twin turbo diesel engine producing circa 215 brake horsepower and 500 Nm of torque. It is punchy, alright!
• Smooth 8 speed automatic transmission.
• Selectable 4WD with low-range capability.
• Good payload, over a ton.
• Braked towing capability of 3,500 kg.
• Practical big load bed.

Bi-Turbo power where you need it

That twin turbo set-up is the heart of the T60. Around 215bhp and 500 Nm of torque means the truck pulls strongly from low revs, which is exactly what you want when you are loaded up, towing a plant trailer, or pulling out of a site onto a fast A road. Paired with the 8 speed automatic it stays relaxed at motorway speeds rather than sitting there screaming at you.

Payload, towing and the load bed

For most businesses this is where the decision gets made. The T60 offers a payload of over a tonne and a braked towing capacity of 3,500 kg, so it handles the plant trailer, the twin axle, the digger or the livestock trailer without drama. The load bed is a proper practical size for tools, materials and site kit.

Add selectable four wheel drive with low range and it keeps working when the site turns to mud in a Lancashire or Yorkshire winter, then behaves itself on the school run afterwards.

Modern design and practical features

The Maxus T60 has a bold, imposing and aggressive presence. With its LED headlights, side steps and roof rails, and if you add yourself a sports bar or a light bar, you mean business.

It feels modern inside, refined even, which is a genuine surprise amongst pickup trucks. You get dual big screens, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, phone charging, heated seats, a heated steering wheel, climate control, a camera system and parking sensors, covering your journey in comfort and safety.

With the standard features it punches above its price point, which is great value. Those systems also provide additional confidence whether you are on the motorways around Leeds, the M62, M1 or M6, or working in and around Rochdale, Greater Manchester, Burnley and beyond.

Who is the T60 for?

In our experience it suits the operator who needs one vehicle to do two jobs. Tradespeople and small businesses who want a workhorse that is not embarrassing to park outside a client's house. Farmers and agricultural users who need towing and low range. Site and construction teams who need payload and durability. And outdoor types who want the space at the weekend without running a second vehicle.

If you are weighing up electric instead, we can talk you through that too. Have a look at our Maxus eTERRON 9, the all-electric pick-up, or the eDeliver 7 van. We sell both diesel and electric, so we will give you a straight answer on which actually suits your mileage and your work.

See the T60 at Rochdale, Nelson or Leeds

My team can arrange a demonstration, discuss finance if needed, check stock availability and get you into the right spec. Get in touch with us for service with a smile. Browse the full Maxus range, have a look at our ex-demonstrator and pre-registered stock, or get in touch with your nearest depot.

Specifications, equipment levels, payload and towing figures may vary by model year. Contact us for the most up to date information.