Forthing T5 EVO

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Forthing T5 EVO
Forthing T5 EVO 001.jpg
Overview
ManufacturerForthing
Production2020—present
AssemblyLiuzhou, China
DesignerHenning Knoepfle
Body and chassis
ClassCompact CUV
Body style5–door station wagon
LayoutFF layout
RelatedForthing T5
Powertrain
Engine1.5 L turbo I4 (petrol)
Transmission6 speed manual
CVT
7 speed Dual-clutch transmission
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,715 mm (106.9 in)
Length4,565 mm (179.7 in)
Width1,860 mm (73.2 in)
Height1,690 mm (66.5 in)

The Forthing T5 EVO is a compact CUV produced by Dongfeng Liuzhou Motor under the Forthing (Dongfeng Fengxing) sub-brand.[1]

Overview[]

Forthing T5 EVO rear

The Forthing T5 EVO was launched as a sportier variant of the Forthing T5 compact crossover sport utility vehicle under the Forthing brand of Dongfeng Motor Group for China, and officially debuted during the 2020 Guangzhou Auto Show in November 2020. The Forthing T5 EVO is also the first vehicle to wear the Forthing brand's freshly unveiled logo, the powerful lion badge (Jin Shi Biao, 劲狮标). The logo is in the shape of a shield with a lion graphic in the center, implying "self-confidence, fearlessness, and bravery" according to officials.[2]


Powertrain[]

Power of the Forthing T5 EVO comes from a Mitsubishi-sourced 1.5 liter turbo engine producing a maximum power of 145kw (192 hp) and maximum torque of 285n·m, a 0 to 100km/h acceleration time of 9.5s, and a fuel consumption of 6.6liter per 100km.. There are two wheel sizes available in 235/55 R19 and 235/60 R18.[3]

Features[]

Forthing T5 EVO interior

The Forthing T5 EVO is equipped with L2 + intelligent driving assistance systems and the future link 4.0 intelligent link system. For the standard luxury trim models, T5 Evo has developed corrosion-resistant and self-healing 2K paint offering eight kinds of personalized colors. For the interior, the T5 EVO is equipped with 37 storage spaces including various hidden hooks, door panel storage capable of containing 1liter water bottles and additional storage space for mobile phones and electronics.[2]

Vietnam market[]

The Forthing T5 EVO is also scheduled to be launched in Vietnam by Dongfeng Vietnam in 2021.[4]


References[]

  1. ^ "全新造型设计 东风风行T5 EVO正式首发".
  2. ^ a b "Dongfeng issued T5 Evo, and launched a new vehicle standard".
  3. ^ "2020广州车展探馆：东风风行T5 EVO".
  4. ^ "Many Chinese luxury and cheap SUVs are about to dock in Vietnam".

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