This article needs additional citations for verification . (November 2020) (Learn how and when to remove this template message) |
Dongfeng Fengon E3 | |
---|---|
Overview | |
Manufacturer | DFSK Motor |
Also called | Fengon 500 DFSK Glory 500 DFSK Glory E3 Seres ix3 Seres 3 |
Production | 2019–present |
Model years | 2020–present |
Assembly | China: Chongqing |
Body and chassis | |
Class | Subcompact crossover SUV |
Body style | 5-door SUV |
Layout | Front-engine, front-wheel-drive |
Related | DFSK Fengon ix5 |
Powertrain | |
Engine | 1.5 L I4 (petrol) |
Electric motor | E3 EV: 163 hp (122 kW) permanent magnet motor/generator |
Transmission | 5-speed manual |
Battery | E3 EV: 53.6 kWh lithium-ion E3 EVR: 17.28 kWh lithium-ion |
Electric range | E3 EV: 405 kilometres (252 mi) (NEDC) E3 EVR: 100 kilometres (62 mi) (NEDC) |
Dimensions | |
Wheelbase | 2,655 mm (104.5 in) |
Length | 4,385 mm (172.6 in) |
Width | 1,935 mm (76.2 in) |
Height | 1,765 mm (69.5 in) |
The Dongfeng Fengon E3 is a small electric SUV produced since 2019 by Chinese car manufacturer DFSK Motor, a joint venture between Dongfeng Motor and Sokon Group. In export markets it is sold as DFSK Glory E3. The ICE version equipped with a 1.5 petrol engine was called Fengon 500 in China and Glory 500 in the export market.
The mechanics of the E3 are derived from the compact crossover Fengon ix5 but with a shorter wheelbase. Front suspension use a MacPherson strut and rear suspension uses a torsion beam semi independent strut.
The interior features fully functional instrumentation combined with the 10.5-inch touchscreen multimedia system with Baidu Apollo system.
Presented at the Shanghai 2019 motor show in the electric version sold as Fengon E3 EV, it is the first compact SUV produced by DFSK as well as the cheapest model. The body has a length of 4,385 mm, 1,850 mm wide and 1,647 mm high with a wheelbase of 2655 mm (more compact than the Fengon/Glory 580). Aesthetically, it presents the new family feeling common to the Fengon ix5 crossover coupé.
The E3 EV has a three-phase asynchronous electric motor delivering 120 kW and 300 Nm of torque combined with a 53.6 kWh lithium-ion battery with a range (NEDC) of 405 km. [1]
In export markets it is sold as DFSK Glory E3 or Seres 3 (Europe). [2] [3] [4]
The EVR is the extended range hybrid version of the E3 with a 1.5 liter four-cylinder petrol engine delivering 50 kW combined with a three-phase asynchronous electric motor delivering 120 kW. The 1.5 engine acts as a generator to recharge the 17.28 kWh lithium-ion battery. The range in Full Electric mode is 100 km while in the hybrid mode with the 1.5 that powers the batteries, the range is 950 km. This version in China is sold as Seres ix3. [5]
On sale from November 2020, the Fengon 500 is the version powered by an internal combustion engine of 1.5 liters naturally aspirated petrol with multiplint injection delivering 116 horsepower with a 5-speed manual gearbox or CVT made by Punch Powertrain. It is exported out of China renamed DFSK Glory 500. [6]
The Hyundai Tucson is a compact crossover SUV (C-segment) produced by the South Korean manufacturer Hyundai since 2004. In the brand's lineup, the Tucson fits below the Santa Fe, and above the Kona and Creta. It is named after the city of Tucson, Arizona. The second-generation model has been marketed as the Hyundai ix35 in several markets, including Europe, Australia and China, before reverting back to Tucson for the third-generation.
BYD Auto Co., Ltd. is the automotive subsidiary of the Chinese multinational BYD Co Ltd, which is based in Xi'an, Shaanxi Province. It was founded in January 2003, following BYD Company's acquisition of Tsinchuan Automobile Company in 2002. The company produces automobiles, buses, electric bicycles, forklifts, rechargeable batteries and trucks. The current model range of automobiles includes electric vehicles, plug-in hybrids and petrol-engined vehicles.
The Chevrolet Sail is a supermini car produced by the Chinese-American joint venture SAIC-GM. Launched in 2001, it was sold as the Buick Sail, both in sedan and wagon form which were both based on Opel Corsa B. Since 2005, as the brand Chevrolet was officially introduced in China, the car received a facelift and its name was changed to Chevrolet Sail and Sail SRV.
MG Motor UK Limited is a British automotive company headquartered in London, United Kingdom, and a subsidiary of SAIC Motor UK, which in turn is owned by the Shanghai-based Chinese state-owned automotive SAIC Motor. MG Motor designs, develops and markets cars sold under the MG marque while vehicle manufacturing takes place at its factories in China and Thailand. MG Motor is the largest importer of Chinese made cars into the United Kingdom. The marque returned to competitive motorsport in 2012, and won the 2014 British Touring Car Manufacturers Championship.
Zotye Auto is a privately owned Chinese automobile manufacturer based in Yongkang, Zhejiang, China. It is owned by Zotye Holding Group and was established in 2005.
The MG 5 is a compact car that has been produced by SAIC Motor under the MG marque onwards from 2012. The first generation MG 5 was launched on 28 March 2012 in China, and shares the same automotive platform with the Roewe 350 saloon car.
The Hyundai Kona is a five-door subcompact crossover SUV (B-segment) produced by the South Korean manufacturer Hyundai. The Kona debuted in June 2017 and the production version was revealed later that year. It is positioned between the Venue or Bayon and the Tucson in Hyundai crossover SUV line-up. The electric version called the Kona Electric was first launched in South Korea on the first half of 2018 and rolled out gradually worldwide afterwards.
The BYD Song is a series of compact Crossover Utility Vehicle (CUV) developed by BYD. Besides the completely different Song Max compact MPV, there are three compact crossovers in the Song lineup, sold concurrently: the original 1st-gen Song renamed Song classic, the slightly larger Song Pro, and the even more upmarket Song Plus.
Dongfeng Sokon known internationally as DFSK, is a joint venture between Dongfeng and Chongqing Sokon Industry Group Co Ltd., formed on June 27th, 2003.
The JAC Refine S2 is a Subcompact crossover SUV produced by JAC Motors.
The Dongfeng Fengxing Lingzhi is a range of MPVs produced by Dongfeng Liuzhou Motor under the Dongfeng Fengxing sub-brand.
The Tata Nexon is a subcompact crossover SUV produced by the Indian automaker Tata Motors since 2017. It is the first crossover SUV from the brand, and occupies the sub-4 metre crossover SUV segment in India.
The Karry K60 is a compact crossover produced by Chery under the Karry brand.
The Fengguang iX5 is a mid-size crossover produced by the Chinese automaker Dongfeng Motor Co., Ltd., under the Dongfeng Sokon (DFSK) sub-brand since 2018. First debuted at the 2018 Beijing Auto Show in China, the iX5 features a coupe-like styling.
The Dongfeng Fengguang 580 is a compact crossover SUV produced by the Chinese automaker Dongfeng Motor Co., Ltd., under the Dongfeng Sokon (DFSK) sub-brand since 2016.
The Fengguang S560 is a compact crossover SUV SUV manufactured by the Chinese automaker Dongfeng Motor Co., Ltd., under the Dongfeng Sokon (DFSK) sub-brand since 2017. The S560 is positioned below the larger Fengguang 580.
The Fengguang 330 is a compact MPV produced by Chinese auto maker Dongfeng Sokon (DFSK), a subsidiary of Dongfeng Motor Co., Ltd..
The Li Xiang One is a luxury mid-size crossover SUV by Li Xiang, and it is also the first vehicle from the Chinese automobile manufacturer.
The Dongfeng Fengon ix7 is a SUV produced by 2019 by chinese car manufacturer DFSK Motor, a joint venture between Dongfeng Motor and Sokon Group. In export markets it is sold as DFSK Glory ix7.
Chang Jiang EV, also called Yangtze Motor (扬子江), was a Chinese automobile manufacturer headquartered in Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou, China, specializing in developing electric vehicles.