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Tan Chong Group’s subsidiary Angka-Tan Motor Sdn Bhd (ATM) has launched the JMC Vigus Pro pick-up truck in Malaysia. Only one variant is offered at launch and it is locally-assembled (CKD) at ETCM's facility in Serendah. ATM aims to sell 350 units of the Vigus Pro from today until the end of the year.
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Priced from RM 98,888, the Malaysian-spec JMC Vigus Pro gets a 2.0-litre Ford-sourced turbodiesel that cranks out 141 PS and 340 Nm, hooked up to a ZF eight-speed automatic transmission. It also gets a part-time four-wheel drive system, replete with a low-range transfer box.
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Dimension-wise, the JMC Vigus Pro measures 5,305 mm long, 1,905 mm wide, and 1,835 mm tall – putting it squarely within rivals like the Mitsubishi Triton and Toyota Hilux. In fact, its 3,085 mm long wheelbase is similar to the Toyota Hilux.
Dimensions |
Model |
Vigus Pro |
Hilux |
Ranger |
Triton |
Length (mm) |
5,305 |
5,325 |
5,426 |
5,305 |
Width (mm) |
1,905 |
1,900 |
1,860 |
1,815 |
Height (mm) |
1,835 |
1,815 |
1,848 |
1,795 |
Wheelbase (mm) |
3,085 |
3,085 |
3,220 |
3,000 |
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Standard equipment on the Vigus Pro include automatic projector halogen headlights with LED daytime running lights (DRLs), power-adjustable side mirrors with heater, automatic wipers, as well as speed-sensing automatic door locks.
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Inside, there's an eight-inch infotainment display with USB and Bluetooth connectivity (sorry, no Android Auto or Apple CarPlay support), four speakers, fabric upholstery, and steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters.
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As for safety, it gets ABS, EBD, stability control, hill start assist (HSA), hill descent control (HDC), and dual airbags. It also features an all-round disc brake system.
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The Malaysian-spec JMC Vigus Pro gets the choice of four body colours – Brilliant Silver, Steady Brown, Glossy Black, and Solid White.
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It is backed by a 3-year / 100,000-km warranty, whichever comes first.