Positioned within the highly competitive Code 08 light commercial vehicle segment, the Foton Miler Lite has been developed to bridge the gap between a traditional bakkie and a larger commercial truck.

Available soon at Foton dealerships nationwide, The Citizen reports the Miler Lite offers local businesses access to an affordable, practical and capable commercial vehicle designed specifically to meet the needs of growing enterprises.

The LCV has a 1.6T payload capacity, with leaf-spring suspension and commercial tyres suited to more demanding routes.

Powered by a fuel-efficient 92kW/320Nm diesel engine mated to a five-speed manual transmission, it provides sufficient performance even when fully loaded.

Strong early interest

“The arrival of the first shipment of the Miler Lite is an exciting moment for Foton South Africa,” says Foton South Africa CEO Marius Smal.

“Since introducing the vehicle earlier this year, we’ve received significant interest from businesses looking for a practical commercial transport solution. Especially one that offers more carrying capability without the complexity of moving into a heavier vehicle category.”

Built for business

Designed for a wide range of industries, including construction, agriculture, landscaping, logistics, municipal services and small-to-medium enterprises, the Foton Miler Lite has been engineered to help businesses improve efficiency, increase productivity and maximise value from every trip.

Available in two derivatives, the range allows businesses to choose a specification that best suits their operational requirements.

Depending on the model selected, features include:

• air conditioning;
• dual front airbags;
• ABS with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution;
• Daytime Running Lights;
• fog lamps; and
• a spacious, easy-access dropside load body.

Its generous payload capacity and compact dimensions make it equally suited to navigating busy urban environments and servicing rural operations.

Pricing and warranty

The arrival of the Miler Lite further strengthens Foton South Africa’s growing commercial vehicle portfolio, reinforcing the brand’s commitment to providing transport solutions that meet the evolving needs of local businesses.

With South Africa’s small and medium-sized enterprises continuing to play a vital role in driving economic growth and employment, the Foton Miler Lite has been developed to support entrepreneurs and fleet operators looking to scale their operations with confidence.

Pricing

• Miler Lite Standard – R309 900
• Miler Lite Aircon & Dual Airbags – R339 900

Pricing includes a five-year/200 000km warranty and five years of roadside assistance in South Africa. Service plans are available at additional cost.

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