autoevolution 6 Feb 2021, 10:32 UTC ·
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Introduced as a concept at the 2014 São Paulo International Motor Show, the Duster Oroch is “a recreational pickup truck” according to Renault. Designed in Brazil for Latin America, the unibody workhorse entered production the following year with very modest payload figures. 103 photos
The cargo area isn’t going to impress you either at 1.35 meters or 4.4 feet in length and a payload rating of 680 kilograms or 1,499 pounds. For reference, the Ford Ranger offers a 5-foot (1.52-meter) bed for the SuperCrew body style and up to 1,860 pounds (843.6 kilograms) of payload.
Be that as it may, the Duster Oroch doesn t feature a ladder-frame chassis or a forced-fed engine with low-end torque. Renault has developed it with cost-sensitive customers in mind, which is why the most Spartan configuration is available to order from 82,490 reais or $15,360 at current exchange rates. The mid-sized Ranger in XL trim with the Single Cab, by co
autoevolution 5 Feb 2021, 21:45 UTC ·
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Previewed by a concept car at the 2014 São Paulo International Motor Show in Brazil, the Kicks received a mid-cycle refresh for the 2021 model year. Nissan couldn’t make a case for all-wheel drive, and even though a hybrid is available in Thailand, the U.S. won’t be treated to that option. 29 photos
It’s a pretty affordable crossover, though, at $19,500 excluding destination charge for the well-equipped base trim. The mid-range grade can be had from $21,300, and the top-of-the-line version can be ordered from $21,940.
How does the Kicks compare to rivals, you may be wondering? The 2021 Chevrolet Trax comes to mind, which starts at $21,400 excluding freight at the time of writing. The Honda HR-V ($21,220) is a good alternative too, and the same can be said about the Hyundai Kona ($20,500).