The Foton MP-X is a light commercial van that can seat up to 12 occupants produced by the Chinese automobile manufacturer Foton.[1] The MP-X was sold throughout China and southeast Asian countries including the Philippines and Singapore.[2]

Foton MP-X
Overview
Also called
  • Foton MP-X (蒙派克)
  • Foton MP-X E (蒙派克E)
  • Foton View G5
Production2011–present
AssemblyChangping District, Beijing (Foton)
Body and chassis
Body style4-door van
LayoutFront-engine, rear-wheel-drive
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission5-speed manual
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,985–3,430 mm (117.5–135.0 in)
Length4,800–5,245 mm (189.0–206.5 in)
Width1,825 mm (71.9 in)
Height2,030 mm (79.9 in)

Overview

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Foton MP-X rear

In 2012, the Foton MP-X was reported to be powered by an inline-four, 2.8-liter turbo diesel that producing 96kW and 280nm of torque with prices ranging from 99,000 yuan.

As of October 2018, prices of the Foton MP-X ranges from 74,650 to 98,550 yuan.[3][4]

A different model called the MP-X S was also offered by Foton but was later renamed to Foton View G9.

Foton View G5

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Foton View G5 2020MY

An updated variant succeeding the MP-X E called the Foton View G5 was launched in 2019 while styling remains unchanged from the MP-X. The updated model features powertrains that fulfills the National VI Emissions Standards. The View G5 is powered by a 2.0-liter engine developing 136hp and 185N·m mated to a 5-speed manual transmission.[5]

A facelift was unveiled for the 2020 model year Foton View G5 completely changing the front end. The updated model is powered by a 2.0-liter naturally aspirated engine and a 2.4 liter-naturally aspirated engine developing 136hp and 160hp respectively. The transmission is a 5-speed manual gearbox.[6]

References

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  1. ^ "Foton MPX". ChinaAutoWeb.[dead link]
  2. ^ "Foton MPX 2013". TopGear Philippines. Retrieved 2024-06-27.
  3. ^ de Feijter, Tycho (March 5, 2012). "A sweet Nurse and a Foton Ambulance from China". CarNewsChina.com. Retrieved 2024-06-27.
  4. ^ de Feijter, Tycho (June 13, 2012). "Fighting the Foton-bull in China". CarNewsChina.com. Retrieved 2024-06-27.
  5. ^ "售8.48-9.88万元 福田风景G5正式上市". autohome.com.cn (in Chinese). Retrieved 2024-06-27.
  6. ^ "售8.33万起 福田新款风景G5正式上市". autohome.com.cn (in Chinese). Retrieved 2024-06-27.
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