For several years, pickups have been gaining ground in the Argentine market because they have ceased to be strictly work tools and have become much more versatile vehicles for all types of use. Among the wide range of trucks available on the market, the medium ones are the most requested and those that offer the greatest variants in terms of engines and equipment.
In this category, the $ 8 million range is dominated by mid-range models from all brands: Chevrolet, Ford, Nissan, Renault, Toyota and Volkswagen. Except for the case of Chevrolet’s S10, the rest of the offering covers models produced domestically. In this price range, in addition to the mechanical variety, there are both 4×2 and 4×4 versions.
To calculate the monthly expense required by pickups in this price range, the fuel costs are then analyzed, with a calculation of 1,000 kilometers traveled per month; and take the value of the first service of 10,000 kilometers, which is divided by the 12 months of the year.
As regards insurance, average values are estimated which include coverage for Civil Liability, total and partial theft and fire, total destruction, glass, hail and locks. Then, as part of the Federal Capital, the cost of washing and the garage is added, two expenses that weigh in the final monthly expense.
Chevrolet S10 2.8 4X2 LT: $ 8,840,900
- Patent: $ 18,639
- Service: facilitated
- Fuel: $ 19,200
- Garage: $ 10,000
- Washing: $ 6,000 (2 per month)
- Insurance: $ 21,417
- Total monthly spend: $ 75,256
The classic Chevrolet pickup is produced in Brazil and the version is equipped with a 2.8 turbodiesel engine with 200 HP and 440 Nm, associated with an automatic gearbox. With this mechanical set it consumes on average about 10 liters per 100 kilometers.
The model includes six standard airbags, Stability and Traction Control and Trailer Sway Control, a high-quality rear view camera and a 7-inch multimedia screen compatible with Android Auto and Apple Car Play. The Moño brand range starts at $ 6,959,900 and reaches $ 11,765,900 for the HC 4×4 automatic version. The 4×2 LT was taken as an intermediate.
Ford Ranger XLT 2.2L 4X2 AUT: $ 8,945,000
- Patent: $ 18,859
- Services: $ 4,195
- Fuel: $ 13,440
- Garage: $ 10,000
- Washing: $ 6,000 (2 per month)
- Insurance: $ 20,996.25
- Total monthly spend: $ 73,490.25
The classic exponent of the Ford Strong Breed enters this selected club with its 2.2-liter turbodiesel engine, which delivers 160 hp and reaches a maximum torque of 385 Nm. It is associated with a six-speed automatic transmission and in society they achieve consumption really moderate with 7 liters to cover 100 kilometers.
In the equipment, the most important thing passes through its multimedia screen, the dual-zone climate control, the seven airbags, the assistant when starting and descending on slopes, stability and traction control.
The range includes 16 versions, which can be equipped with three engines: a 166 bhp 2.5 petrol engine, the 160 bhp 2.2 turbodiesel Puma and the 200 bhp Puma 3.2. The XLT with the smallest turbodiesel engine is the one in the $ 8 million range.
Nissan Frontier XE 4×2 MT: $ 8,930,900
- Patent: $ 18,829
- Services: $ 4,050
- Fuel: $ 16,128
- Garage: $ 10,000
- Washing: $ 6,000 (2 per month)
- Insurance: $ 18,695
- Total monthly spend: $ 73,702
Another pickup produced in Argentina and exported to several countries in the region, with its 160 HP and 403 Nm 2.3 turbodiesel engine, paired with a six-speed manual gearbox. Among the equipment, the highlights are its six airbags, cruise control, assistant for ascent and descent, stability and traction control, six airbags (front, side and curtain for both seats). Average consumption: 8.4 liters per 100 kilometers.
Presented with a restyling in the middle of this year, it has two engines: a 160 HP 2.3 turbodiesel and another 190 HP 2.3 Bi-Turbodiesel. Its range starts at $ 6,762,400 and reaches $ 12,578,000 for the Pro-4X version.
Renault Alaskan EMOTION 4X4 MT: $ 8,549.20
- Patent: $ 18,024
- Services: $ 6,409
- Fuel: $ 18,240
- Garage: $ 10,000
- Washing: $ 6,000 (2 per month)
- Insurance: $ 18,500
- Total monthly spend: $ 77,173
It is the latest pickup launched and produced in the country. The intermediate version is equipped with the 2.3 twin-turbo engine, with a power of 190 HP and a maximum torque of 450 Nm. In this case, it is associated with a manual gearbox of 6th gear and 4×4 drive. With this mechanical assembly it achieves moderate consumption for its category. On average, it needs 9.5 liters to travel 100 kilometers.
To highlight: it can load up to a ton. In relation to the equipment stand out the Traction and Stability Controls, the Assistant for the Ascent and Descent on the Track, the All Terrain tires and the Limited Slip Differential.
Toyota Hilux 4×4 DC SR 2.8 TDI: $ 9,052,000
- Patent: $ 18,616
- Services: $ 3,575
- Fuel: $ 19.008
- Garage: $ 10,000
- Washing: $ 6,000 (2 per month)
- Insurance: $ 15,719.06
- Total monthly spend: $ 72,918.06
It has long been the best-selling pickup in the country and one of the keys is the variants it offers. In this case of the mid-range version for the $ 8 million range, it is equipped with the powerful 2.8-liter turbodiesel engine, capable of reaching 204 hp and 500 Nm of torque, paired with a six-speed manual gearbox. Average consumption: 9.9 liters per 100 kilometers.
The standard equipment with seven airbags (including one for the driver’s knees), 8 ”multimedia touch screen, slope assistant, traction and stability controls stands out. The SR 2.8 4×4 version is just over $ 9 million, while the previous version, with a smaller engine (2.4 150hp) is below the range: $ 7,695,000.
Volkswagen Amarok 2.0 TDI Comfortline 4×4: $ 8,323,200
- Patent: $ 17,569
- Service: Bonus
- Fuel: $ 16,371
- Garage: $ 10,000
- Washing: $ 6,000 (2 per month)
- Insurance: $ 18,906
- Total monthly spend: $ 62,846
The pickup produced in General Pacheco, with a load capacity of 1,139 kg, is one of the most comfortable in its segment and is equipped with a high level of equipment. It comes standard with six airbags, uphill and downhill control, ABS Off Road braking system, traction control and stability.
Its 1,968 cm3 diesel engine, with direct injection common rail turbo intercooler, reaches a power of 180 HP and a torque of 340 Nm. In this version, the gearbox is manual with six speeds. With this mechanical set it records a mixed consumption of 8.5 liters per 100 kilometers.
Source: Clarin
