The Soueast DX3 is a subcompact crossover designed by Pininfarina and manufactured by Chinese automaker Soueast Motors.
| Soueast DX3 | |
|---|---|
 Soueast DX3 (China) | |
| Overview | |
| Production | 2016–present |
| Assembly | Fuzhou, Fujian, China |
| Designer | Pininfarina |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Subcompact SUV |
| Body style | 5-door wagon |
| Layout | front-wheel-drive |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 1.5 L turbo I4 1.5 L turbo I4 |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual 6-speed automatic 8-speed CVT[1] |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,610 mm (102.8 in) |
| Length | 4,354 mm (171.4 in) |
| Width | 1,840 mm (72.4 in) |
| Height | 1,654 mm (65.1 in) |
| Curb weight | 1,485–1,495 kg (3,274–3,296 lb) |
Overview edit
The Soueast DX3 was launched during the 2016 Beijing Auto Show,[2] while the production version of the DX3 crossover debuted on the 2016 Chengdu Auto Show with the official market launch in November 2016.[3]
There are two engines originated from Mitsubishi available including a 1.5 liter engine producing 120hp and 143nm, and a 1.5 liter turbo engine with 150hp and 220nm. The 1.5 liter is mated to a five-speed manual gearbox, while the 1.5 liter turbo engine is mated to a CVT. Pricing ranges from 72,900 yuan to 99,900 yuan.[4] An electric version called the DX3 EV400 is also available launched on the Chinese car market in November 2017. The price including subsidies of the DX3 EV will start from around $17,000.[5]
Soueast DX3X edit
A sportier trim was available in 2018 named the Soueast DX3X, featuring a black mask in the front fascia and minor styling changes.
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Soueast DX3X front -
Soueast DX3X rear
References edit
- ^ "This Is The New SouEast DX3 SUV For China". 29 August 2016.
- ^ "SouEast DX Concept Unveiled On The 2016 Beijing Auto Show". 4 May 2016.
- ^ "SouEast DX3 SUV Hits The Chinese Auto Market". November 2016.
- ^ "SouEast DX3 SUV Hits The Chinese Auto Market". November 2016.
- ^ "First Photos Of The SouEast DX3 EV". 18 September 2017.
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