It’s pleasantly spacious inside, so passengers feel comfortable as they navigate the terrain that lies between them and their next stop.
From the hot seat, it’s a mass of buttons, switches and the like that fans of both off-road and utility vehicles alike will get their hands on.
Driving is quite easy. The 12-speed gearbox can be upshifted via a paddle shifter, the driver’s seat is cushioned so you don’t jump out if you hit a rut too quickly, and the steering wheel is pleasantly massive.
Even if it becomes apocalyptic, it will take care of most things. Steep slopes are no problem as long as you drive in the right gear – and don’t worry about puddles. Ever.
Torsus’ prowess did not go unnoticed, but the halo vehicle was deemed too large and, because it requires special licensing, too impractical for some use cases.
That’s where the wonderfully named Terrastorm comes into play. Based on a Volkswagen Crafter/MAN TGE 4Motion, the 2.0-litre diesel engine produces a slightly less intense 174hp and 302Nm of power compared to its big brother, but it’s almost as capable. You also don’t have to do any extra tests to drive it.