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ong known as a leading heavy commercial vehicle brand,
Iveco has moved to improve its standing in the light
commercial sector in Australia with the launch of the
new-generation Daily large van and cab chassis range.
The company is claiming four class-leading highlights with the
new series: largest volume (at up to 20m
3
), highest horsepower
rating (205hp, equivalent to 150kW) and the “most sophisticated
full-automatic transmission” – a new eight-speed unit dubbed
‘Hi-Matic’.
Iveco also claims the redesigned Daily is virtually new from
the ground up, with 80% new architecture and a host of detail
improvements over the previous generation.
The new Daily range spans 18 model variants at launch, with
seven different vans, five single and four dual cab chassis options,
as well as two 4x4 cab chassis variants at the top of the range.
Gross vehicle mass ranges from 3.8t to 7t across single or
dual rear-wheel axles, while towing capacity tops out at 3,500kg.
The vans cover payloads from 1,475kg to 2,767kg, with vehicle
lengths stretching across four tiers (5,648mm, 6,048mm,
7,228mm and 7,628mm) and three internal heights (1,545mm,
1,900mm and 2,100mm) for load capacities starting at 9m
3
and
climbing to 12m
3
, 16m
3
, 18m
3
and 19.6m
3
.
Easing the load is a large side sliding door and double-hinged
rear doors (opening to 270º), while the rear loading platform has
also been lowered by 55mm over the previous model.
The cab chassis range provides the basis for a broad selection
of bodies, from basic steel and aluminium trays to tippers,
service units, pantechs and more sophisticated bodies needing
CAN BUS connections. Three wheelbase lengths are offered:
3,750mm, 4,350mm and 4,750mm, although the latter is not
available on the six-seater dual cab. Payloads range from
2,275kg to 4,582kg.
At the heart of the new Daily are three familiar but improved
direct-injection diesel powertrain options: a 3.0L unit with
either single or twin turbochargers and, at the entry level, a
2.3L single turbo.
The twin-turbo lays claim to the best-in-class power output of
150kW from 3,100-3,500rpm – peak torque is 470Nm from 1,400-
3,000rpm – while the single turbo is no slouch either, developing
125kW at 2,900-3,500rpm and 430Nm from 1,500-2,600rpm.
The 2.3L unit produces 93kW from 3,000-3,600rpm and
320Nm between 1,800-2,500rpm, while Iveco cites range-wide
fuel efficiency improvements of around four per cent with
various mechanical tweaks, reduced internal friction and a more
aerodynamic design, particularly with vans.
The ZF-sourced eight-speed automatic is said to have been
extensively tested in Australia and was strengthened for use
in light commercial applications. It also has ‘Eco’ and ‘Power’
modes. The standard manual gearbox varies according to the
model selected.
A suspension overhaul has brought improved ride and
handling, according to Iveco, while braking performance is
attended to with disc brakes at both ends, as well as ABS brakes
with EBD.
There is also a hill-holder, electronic stability control with
trailer sway mitigation, low-level fog lights (with a cornering
function), rear parking sensors on vans, and dual front and
side curtain airbags, while a variety of other safety features are
optional.
Other key standard items include remote locking, automatic
air conditioning, cruise control, electric windows/mirrors, a
multi-function steering wheel, various purpose-built storage
compartments (including phone and tablet holders) and four-
speaker audio with 20W amplifier, radio, CD/MP3 player, USB/
aux input and Bluetooth connectivity.
Iveco Australia
www.iveco.com.auIVECO DAILY