Foxtron Model E | |
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Overview | |
Designer | |
Body and chassis | |
Body style | Sedan |
Layout | D4 |
Platform | Foxtron MIH |
Related | Luxgen n7 (Model C) |
Powertrain | |
Electric range | 750 km (470 mi) |
Dimensions | |
Wheelbase | 3,100 mm (122.0 in) [1] |
Length | 5,100 mm (200.8 in) [1] |
The Foxtron Model E is a battery electric vehicle designed by Foxtron, a joint venture of Foxconn and Yulon Motor, using the same Foxtron MIH platform as the Foxtron Model C sport utility vehicle and Foxtron Model B crossover utility vehicle. The prototype luxury sedan was styled by Pininfarina and unveiled in October 2021.
The prototype Model E was shown at Hon Hai Tech Day on October 18, 2021; [2] Foxconn founder Terry Gou drove it onto the stage. [1] The prototype was shown later at the International Motor Expo Hong Kong (IMXHK) that December. [3]
In 2022, Foxconn CEO Liu Yangwei announced the Model E would begin production in early 2024. [4]
The prototype shown in 2021 had a claimed range of 750 km (470 mi) with maximum combined output of 550 kW (740 hp; 750 PS) and 750 N⋅m (550 lbf⋅ft) from the two traction motors, split 150 kW (200 hp; 200 PS) in the front and 400 kW (540 hp; 540 PS) in the rear. Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) is 2.8 seconds. [1]
It uses smart glass windows for privacy and sun protection. [5] The rear seat is designed to be a "mobile office", featuring a screen with connectivity to handheld devices. [2]
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