GWM Cannon vs LDV Terron 9: Diesel Ute price against extra muscle
The Cannon Lux costs less and has known capped servicing, while the Terron 9 Origin brings more power, torque and payload for more money.
By Uzzi · 27 October 2026 · Every figure comes from each car's own page on CarSorted.
$42,490 drive-away
RRP $41,490 excl. on-roads
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Standing price
$41,490 RRP before on-road costs
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RRP before on-road costs, as published by the manufacturer.
$50,990
RRP excl. on-roads
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Standing price
$50,990 RRP before on-road costs
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RRP before on-road costs, as published by the manufacturer.
Who the GWM Cannon suits
The Cannon Lux suits buyers who want a diesel 4WD Ute that tows 3,500kg braked without paying more than they need to. It lists at $41,490 (RRP excl. on-roads), and the capped servicing total of $1,700 (capped-price servicing total) makes budgeting simple.
Who the LDV Terron 9 suits
The Terron 9 Origin suits buyers who load up their Ute often and want more grunt doing it. It has 163kW and 520Nm, a 1,100kg payload and slightly lower listed fuel use, but it costs more up front at $50,990 (RRP excl. on-roads).
What decides it
1. Price
The Cannon Lux lists at $41,490 (RRP excl. on-roads) and the Terron 9 Origin at $50,990 (RRP excl. on-roads). That makes the GWM about $9,500 less on the same basis. In Victoria the Cannon is listed at $42,490 (drive-away, VIC), but we have no drive-away figure for the Terron 9.
2. Power and torque
The Terron 9 makes 163kW and 520Nm, against 135kW and 480Nm for the Cannon. That is 28kW and 40Nm more for the LDV. Keep in mind the Terron 9 is also heavier, at 2,400kg versus 2,230kg.
3. Payload
The Terron 9 is rated to carry 1,100kg, while the Cannon carries 995kg. That gap of 105kg matters if you regularly fill the back with tools or gear. Both are rated to tow 3,500kg braked, so towing does not split them.
Running costs
Both run on diesel, and the Terron 9 is listed at 7.9L/100km combined against 8.4L/100km for the Cannon, a gap of 0.5L/100km. The Cannon needs a service every 6 months with a capped servicing total of $1,700 (capped-price servicing total), while the Terron 9 goes every 12 months but we have no capped servicing figure for it. Warranty is 7-year unlimited km for the Cannon and 7-year 200,000km for the Terron 9. The running-cost chart below lets you compare the two for your own driving.
True Cost of Ownership (5 Years)
$5,705
per year to run
$70,013
total 5yr cost
$0.90
per kilometre
Where the 5-year total goes
About $5,705/year to run, or $28,525 over 5 years including fuel, insurance, servicing, tyres and registration.
* Estimates based on your parameters. Servicing uses each manufacturer's capped-price schedule where we have it, and tyres scale with your weekly km. A guide only, not a quote.
True Cost of Ownership (5 Years)
$6,016
per year to run
$81,072
total 5yr cost
$1.04
per kilometre
Where the 5-year total goes
About $6,016/year to run, or $30,080 over 5 years including fuel, insurance, servicing, tyres and registration.
* Estimates based on your parameters. Servicing uses each manufacturer's capped-price schedule where we have it, and tyres scale with your weekly km. A guide only, not a quote.
Practicality
Both have 5 seats and both are rated to tow 3,500kg braked and 750kg unbraked. The Terron 9 is the bigger Ute at 5,500mm long and 1,997mm wide, against 5,416mm and 1,947mm for the Cannon. The Cannon has more ground clearance at 232mm versus 220mm, and a tighter turning circle of 13.1m versus 13.3m.
Cost to tow
The real fuel/energy cost once you hitch up. Pick a trailer and trip.
Estimate only: consumption rises as range falls; real use varies with terrain, wind and load.
Cost to tow
The real fuel/energy cost once you hitch up. Pick a trailer and trip.
Estimate only: consumption rises as range falls; real use varies with terrain, wind and load.
How quick is it?
How quick is it?
No manufacturer 0-100 time is held for this car, so it isn't ranked.
How quick is it?
0-100 times as published and held in our records. Counts cover on-sale cars with a figure and refresh daily.
Safety
Both carry a 5-star ANCAP rating. The Cannon's rating dates from 2021, while the Terron 9's is from 2024.
The figures side by side
| GWM Cannon | LDV Terron 9 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $41,490 (RRP excl. on-roads) | $50,990 (RRP excl. on-roads) |
| Drive-away price (VIC) | $42,490 (drive-away, VIC) | No data |
| Powertrain | ICE | ICE |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Auto | Automatic |
| Power | 135kW | 163kW |
| Torque | 480Nm | 520Nm |
| 0-100km/h | No data | 10.8 seconds |
| Fuel use (combined) | 8.4L/100km | 7.9L/100km |
| Fuel tank | 78L | 80L |
| Body | Ute | Ute |
| Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Length | 5,416mm | 5,500mm |
| Width | 1,947mm | 1,997mm |
| Height | 1,884mm | 1,874mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,230mm | 3,300mm |
| Ground clearance | 232mm | 220mm |
| Turning circle | 13.1m | 13.3m |
| Kerb weight | 2,230kg | 2,400kg |
| Towing (braked) | 3,500kg | 3,500kg |
| Towing (unbraked) | 750kg | 750kg |
| Payload | 995kg | 1,100kg |
| ANCAP rating | 5-star (2021) | 5-star (2024) |
| Warranty | 7-year | 7-year |
| Warranty distance | unlimited km | 200,000km |
| Capped servicing, 5 years | $1,700 (capped-price servicing total) | No data |
| Service interval | 6 months | 12 months |
The verdict
The Cannon Lux is the money-saver with the same towing rating, while the Terron 9 Origin earns its higher price only if you need the extra power and payload.
Pick the GWM Cannon if
You want a diesel 4WD Ute that tows 3,500kg braked for less money and with a known capped servicing cost.
Pick the LDV Terron 9 if
You carry heavy loads often and want the extra power, torque and 1,100kg payload, and the higher price fits your budget.
Put them side by side yourself
Every figure, feature and running cost for both, in our live comparison table.
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Questions buyers ask
Is the GWM Cannon cheaper than the LDV Terron 9?
Yes. The Cannon Lux lists at $41,490 (RRP excl. on-roads) and the Terron 9 Origin at $50,990 (RRP excl. on-roads), a gap of about $9,500.
Can the GWM Cannon and LDV Terron 9 tow the same amount?
Yes, both are rated to tow 3,500kg braked and 750kg unbraked.
Which uses less fuel, the GWM Cannon or LDV Terron 9?
The Terron 9 is listed at 7.9L/100km combined and the Cannon at 8.4L/100km. Real-world use will vary with load and driving.
What warranty do the GWM Cannon and LDV Terron 9 have?
The Cannon comes with a 7-year unlimited km warranty. The Terron 9 has a 7-year 200,000km warranty.
What ANCAP rating do the GWM Cannon and LDV Terron 9 have?
Both have a 5-star ANCAP rating. The Cannon was rated in 2021 and the Terron 9 in 2024.
More on these cars
- 2026 GWM Cannon Lux: full specs and priceEvery GWM Cannon gradeAll GWM models
- 2026 LDV Terron 9 Origin: full specs and priceEvery LDV Terron 9 gradeAll LDV models
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