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Foton M290-T vs Foton Highlander
Pick a variant under each one to compare exactly what you would buy. All prices are ex-factory.
| Specification |
Foton M290-T
M290-T 2.8 Turbo 4x2 |
Foton Highlander
Highlander 2.0 Turbo 12 ft deck |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ||
| Ex-factory price | — | — |
| Powertrain | ||
| Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Engine | ||
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Engine | 2771 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine power | 102 hp | 125 hp |
| Engine torque | 225 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Performance & drive | ||
| Transmission | Manual | Manual |
| Payload | 3.47 tons | 3.47 tons |
| Size & practicality | ||
| Gross vehicle weight | 6000 kg | 5200 kg |
| Payload | 3467 kg | 3470 kg |
| Cargo body (L × W) | — | 3,700 × 1,870 mm (12 ft deck) |
| Axle configuration | 4x2 | 4x2 |
| Wheelbase | 2880 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel tank | 80 L | 70 L |
| Tyre size | 7.00 R16 | 6.50R16 |
| Safety | ||
| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Reverse camera | No | Yes |
| Cabin & comfort | ||
| Power steering | Yes | Yes |
| Power windows | No | Yes |
| Tilt and telescopic steering | No | Yes |
| Bluetooth audio | No | Yes |
| Working equipment | ||
| Turbocharged engine | Yes | Yes |
| Intercooler | Yes | Yes |
| Other | ||
| Multi-function display with maintenance and fuel-use information | Yes | No |
| Seat-belt and open-door warnings | Yes | No |
| MP3 player with two speakers | Yes | No |
| Aluminium fuel tank | Yes | No |
| EBD (electronic brake-force distribution) | No | Yes |
| Front disc brakes | No | Yes |
| 9-inch MP5 touchscreen | No | Yes |
| Heater | No | Yes |
| Projection headlamps | No | Yes |
| Seat-belt reminder | No | Yes |
| ZF five-speed gearbox | No | Yes |
| Verdict | ||
| Expert rating | 7.2/10 | 7.6/10 |
Foton M290-T vs Foton Highlander: quick answers
Which is more powerful, the Foton M290-T or the Foton Highlander?
The Foton Highlander 2.0 Turbo 12 ft deck is the most powerful (Foton Highlander 2.0 Turbo 12 ft deck: 125 hp; Foton M290-T 2.8 Turbo 4x2: 102 hp).
Which has more safety features, the Foton M290-T or the Foton Highlander?
The Foton M290-T 2.8 Turbo 4x2 has 0 airbags and 1 safety and driver-assistance features and the Foton Highlander 2.0 Turbo 12 ft deck has 0 airbags and 2 safety and driver-assistance features. Independent crash-test ratings, where available, are the best guide to real-world safety.

