Chinese automaker Foton has officially launched its new diesel-powered pickup, the Tunland G7, in Nepal.

The launch event was held on Sunday, June 22, at The Plaza in Pulchowk. MAW Vriddhi, the authorised distributor for Foton in Nepal, hosted the event.

Foton’s latest model is designed for performance on tough terrain. Marketed with the tagline “Built for the Himalayas,” the Tunland G7 is built to handle Nepal’s demanding roads, according to the distributor.

The G7 is powered by a 1.9-litre turbo diesel engine that produces 160 horsepower and 390 Nm of torque. It offers a ground clearance of 225 mm and comes in both 4x2 and 4x4 manual variants. The vehicle also has a large fuel tank with an 80-litre capacity.

In terms of dimensions, the pickup measures 5,340 mm in length, 1,940 mm in width, and 1,870 mm in height. It has a payload capacity of up to 990 kg.

Ahead of its launch, the G7 was test-driven across eight of Nepal’s difficult routes, including Khangsar, Korolapas, Sandakpur, Dhorpatan, Gufapokhari, and Jumla. It was driven to altitudes as high as 4,660 metres, the company said.

The G7 offers several segment-first features such as ventilated and cooling seats, a sunroof and six airbags. Other features include a large touchscreen infotainment system, air conditioning, power windows, central locking, and premium seating. Safety tech includes ABS, EBD, dual airbags, and rear parking sensors.

The pickup is available in multiple variants. The Elite model starts at Rs 5.19 million. The Luxury variant is priced at Rs 6.54 million, while the Flagship models range from Rs 6.99 million to Rs 7.49 million.

Speaking at the launch, MAW Vriddhi Managing Director Vivek Sikaria said, “Despite Nepal’s own challenges, we decided to collaborate with Foton, and I can proudly say that today that trust has been realized.”

He added, “We have left no stone unturned when it comes to after-sales service and spare parts,” noting that over 1,500 Foton vehicles—including more than 500 pickups—have been sold in Nepal in the past five to six years.

According to Sikaria, “the maintenance cost of the G7 is 20 percent lower compared to other vehicles in the segment.”