ongfeng Vigo Ev Launched in Malaysia – atto 2 rival with 51.87 kwh battery, 471 km CLTC; RM100K OTR

Following its preview final month, the Dongfeng Vigo EV has now been launched in Malaysia; additionally launched alongside it at this time is the Dongfeng 007. Priced at RM108,888 on-the-road with out insurance coverage, the Vigo – just like the 007 – will get introductory pricing that features a RM8,888 low cost, bringing the worth of the Vigo to RM100,000.

The Dongfeng Vigo measures 4.306 mm long, 1,868 mm huge and 1,654 mm tall with a 2,715 mm wheelbase. For comparability, the World Atto 2 is in its ballpark, with the latter measuring 4 mm shorter, 38 mm wider and 30 mm decrease. One variant for the Malaysian-market equal of the Sweet 06 is obtainable at launch, and this encompasses a front-mounted 161 hp/230 Nm everlasting synchronous motor that propels the Vigo from 0-100 km/h in 9.5 seconds.

This attracts from a 51.87 kWh lithium-iron phosphate (LFP) battery that provides an estimated 471 km on China’s CLTC take a look at cycle; this may be anticipated to be nearer to the area of 330 km to 380 km on the WLTP testing normal.

When it comes to charging, the Vigo takes as much as 167 kW DC charging by way of CCS2 connector, whereas AC residence charging by way of Kind 2 connector is 6.6 kW, the latter methodology bringing a full cost in 9 hours. Conversely, the Vigo can present a V2L provide at as much as 3.3 kW.

For chassis specs, the Vigo will get McPherson struts in entrance and a torsion beam structure on the rear, with disc brakes for each entrance and rear axles. Rolling inventory is a set of 18-inch alloy wheels, shod in tyres measuring 215/55R18.

In entrance, the Vigo will get inverted L-shaped projector LED headlights, whereas its doorways get flush handles using digital launch mechanisms. On the rear, the Vigo will get a cut up tailgate association comparable to these discovered in additional upmarket SUVs such because the BMW X5 and the Vary Roveropening to a baggage compartment that holds 500 litres.

Inside tools within the Vigo is comprised of six-way, power-adjustable entrance seats, with the driving force’s seat moreover getting a reminiscence perform and seat air flow. Inside upholstery is by vegan leather-based in a single gentle gray and black color scheme, with additional tools together with wi-fi system charging, configurable ambient lighting that may be synced to music playback, and automated air-conditioning with PM2.5 filtration.

The motive force will get a 8.8-inch driver show unit, whereas infotainment is a 12.8-inch central touchscreen, with wi-fi Apple CarPlay and wired Android Auto for smartphone connectivity.

For driving help options, the Vigo will get a collection of Stage 2 ADAS capabilities together with autonomous emergency braking, entrance collision warning, lane departure warning, lane retaining help, and visitors signal recognition. Additionally included are ABS, EBD, brake help, traction management, stability management, and hill begin help.

As with its Malaysian-market stablemates, the Dongfeng Vigo is roofed by a six-year, limitless mileage car guarantee, and an eight-year, limitless mileage guarantee for its drive battery. Six exterior colors are supplied on the Dongfeng Vigo – Arctic White, Titanium Silver, Sandstone Beige, Mosswood Inexperienced, Canyon Orange, and Cyber Black.

In Malaysia, the Dongfeng model is represented by Volt Auto, which is partnered with Begum subsidiary Central Auto Distributors Berhad (CADB). The model is exploring choices for native meeting (CKD) operations in Malaysia, it acknowledged.

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