The revamped 2025 LDV D90 is just around the corner. While the company is playing coy about it, the writing's on the wall. Official paperwork has already been filed with the government, and that's usually a dead giveaway that a new car is almost ready to roll out.
The revamped 2025 LDV D90 is edging closer to its arrival in Australian showrooms, with the launch anticipated in right-hand-drive markets later this year. Despite keeping tight-lipped about the new D90, LDV Australia has already submitted certification documents to the Federal Government over six months ago. This step is usually a clear indication that the vehicle's official unveiling is imminent, likely within a few weeks or months.
The facelifted D90, which initially made its debut in Asian markets in November 2022, sports a fresh design inspired by the latest T60 ute. According to the South African automotive website Cars.co.za, this updated look includes sleeker headlights, full-width LED tail-lights, and diamond-cut alloy wheels. While there were early speculations about the possibility of a hybrid powertrain, the South African version is equipped with a 2.0-litre twin-turbo four-cylinder diesel engine. This engine generates 214 hp and 500Nm of torque, mirroring the powertrain found in the T60 ute.
Much like the Toyota Fortuner, which shares its platform with the HiLux, the D90 is believed to be built on the same foundation as the LDV T60 ute. The upcoming D90 measures 5046 mm in length, making it 121 mm longer than the newly released 250 Series Toyota LandCruiser Prado, as reported by Cars.co.za. The D90's power is delivered to all four wheels via an eight-speed automatic transmission sourced from ZF, and it boasts a braked towing capacity of up to 3100 kg in the South African market, consistent with the current diesel model available locally.
In the Australian market, buyers of the current D90 can choose between two 2.0-litre engine options: a turbocharged petrol engine producing 214 hp and 350Nm of torque, and a turbocharged diesel engine delivering 213 hp and 480Nm of torque.
Although LDV's Australian division has remained silent about the new D90, there is speculation that the vehicle could launch towards the end of 2024, given its expected release in other right-hand-drive markets in the fourth quarter. This aligns with the strategic timeline often observed when a new model is set to hit the market, ensuring that it meets the demands and expectations of the local automotive landscape.
With these updates, the 2025 LDV D90 is set to offer a compelling combination of modern design, robust performance, and enhanced towing capabilities, making it a strong contender in its segment. Australian consumers eagerly await more details and the official launch, which promises to bring this stylish and powerful SUV closer to their driveways.