Dongfeng eπ 007 officially launched as the latest sub-brand. This sports sedan focuses on new energy vehicles, to help Dongfeng achieve 100% electrification by 2024.
Reporting from Car News China, the 007 model will be available in a pure electric version and a version with a range extender. Through this launch, pre-sales are expected to begin at the end of this year.
Dongfeng 007 launched with a fairly interesting naming meaning. For Dongfeng, the letter ‘e’ symbolizes electricity, energy, exploration, and emotion. While the letter ‘π’ reflects the scientific spirit of humans to explore the unknown.
Dongfeng eπ 007 Car Review
Currently, there are three main brands under the company. The three are Voyah, Warrior, and Dongfeng. These variants cover the middle to upper class markets involving gasoline and new energy powered vehicles.
In addition, the Dongfeng brand also includes sub-brands such as Aeolus, Frothing, eπ, Venucia, and Nami. In this regard, the company targets sales of Dongfeng new energy vehicles to exceed 1 million units.
Design and Dimension
Dongfeng 007 is a medium to large sedan with dimensions of 4880/1895/1460 mm and a wheelbase of 2915 mm. This mobility is aimed at younger consumer groups.
The new design of Dongfeng 007 is equipped with frameless scissor doors and electric wings, so that the drag coefficient is 0.209Cd. When launched, this mobility vehicle competes with BYD Han and Changan Qiyuan A07.
Meanwhile, the entire Dongfeng 007 series is equipped with a level 2+ driver assistance system. This system is supported by 31 sensory perceptions. Thus, the vehicle has capabilities such as memory-based parking and obstacle avoidance.
Reporting from the Youtube channel The Electric Explorer, Dongfeng 007 harmoniously combines aesthetics and function. Its fastback design boasts frameless doors, hidden handles, and five-spoke rims with striking red brake calipers. Other interesting features include electric scissor doors at the rear and a large panoramic sunroof that creates an immersive driving experience.
Engine and Performance Variants
The power of the Dongfeng eπ 007 comes from the Dongfeng Mach E system. This system is available in single and dual motor versions.
The single-motor version has a low power of 160 kW and a high power of 200 kW. Meanwhile, the dual-motor version has two 200 kW electric motors with an official acceleration time of 0-100 km/h in 3 seconds. This version is available with a lithium iron phosphate type battery.
In the range extender model, a comprehensive range of up to 1,200 km and an electric energy consumption of 11.9 kWh per 100 km is available. With a fast charging system, the battery from 30% to 80% only takes about 26 minutes.
Dongfeng 007 comes with a futuristic design, advanced safety features, and high performance. These various capabilities make this vehicle enter the market with confidence.
Dongfeng eπ 007 targets new energy vehicle sales of more than 1 million units by 2025. Through this, Dongfeng confirms its position as a leader in the future-focused automotive industry. /Siti
