The 'all-new' Great Wall Steed which boasts 'outstanding levels of safety' has been met with a two-star safety rating by ANCAP.
Despite the company's claims of improvements to levels of performance, value, safety and comfort, the Steed offers little compared to that of the previous generation dual cab ute (V240 model).
ANCAP CEO James Goodwin expressed his disappointment in the brand noting that while there were some safety features, no real change had been made the the vehicles structure.
“While the Steed is equipped with six airbags and electronic stability control, features which were not offered on the previous model, there has been little change to the vehicle’s structure to improve the safety of the passenger cabin.”
The Steed is not fitted with top tether child restraint anchorages and is therefore not suitable for transporting young children.
Further issues included excessive footwell deformation, separation of footwell panels and pedal displacement, while protection of the driver and front passenger from whiplash injuries was also marginal.