Dongfeng eπ 008
| Dongfeng eπ 008 | |
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Dongfeng Motor Corporation |
| Also called | Dongfeng Ace 008 |
| Production | 2024–present |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Mid-size SUV |
| Body style | 5-door SUV |
| Layout | |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine |
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| Electric motor | Permanent magnet AC synchronous |
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| Hybrid drivetrain | Range-extended electric (EREV) |
| Battery |
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| Range | 1,200 km (746 mi) (EREV) |
| Electric range |
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| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 3,025 mm (119.1 in) |
| Length | 5,002 mm (196.9 in) |
| Width | 1,972 mm (77.6 in) |
| Height | 1,732 mm (68.2 in) |
The Dongfeng eπ 008 (pronounced 'e pie'; also known as Yipai 008 and Dongfeng Ace 008) is a extended range and battery electric mid-size SUV produced by Chinese automobile manufacturer Dongfeng Motor Corporation under the Dongfeng eπ (东风奕派) sub-brand. It is the second product of the eπ sub-brand, and was launched in 2024.
Overview
In the fall of 2023, Dongfeng launched the eπ sub-brand, which is dedicated to the production of electric vehicles. The first model was the Dongfeng eπ 007. Later, the eπ 008 model was introduced.[1]
The five-meter-long vehicle was presented in April 2024 at the Beijing Auto Show. Two months later, it went on sale in the Chinese market as a six-seater. A five-seater version followed in October 2024. The drag coefficient of the car is given as 0.268.[2][3]
Slim headlights, matrix taillights and hidden door handles integrated with the lighting section are the hallmarks of the exterior design. The model can be equipped with 20- or 21-inch wheels. The interior also features a large screen and a digital instrument cluster in the center, as well as a wireless charging system for smartphones.
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Powertrain
The Dongfeng eπ 008 is available as a rear-wheel-drive 200 Pro EREV entry model with a 28.39 kWh battery with a 200 km (120 mi) pure electric range and 1,200 km (750 mi) comprehensive range. It is powered by a rear electric motor producing 160 kW (210 hp; 220 PS) and 310 N⋅m (230 lb⋅ft) of torque with a 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) acceleration time of 7.2 sec.
For fully electric versions, a 530 Pro trim with a 56.83 kWh battery for a range of 530 km (330 mi) and an electric motor producing 160 kW (210 hp; 220 PS) and 310 N⋅m (230 lb⋅ft) of torque with a 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) acceleration time of 6.8 sec. A 620 Pro trim with a 70.26 kWh battery for a range of 620 km (390 mi) and an electric motor producing 200 kW (270 hp; 270 PS) and 320 N⋅m (240 lb⋅ft) of torque with a 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) acceleration time of 5.8 sec. The top trim 540 AWD Max model features the same 70.26 kWh battery and two electric motors producing a combined 400 kW (540 hp; 540 PS) and 640 N⋅m (470 lb⋅ft) capable of a 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) acceleration in 3.9 seconds and a range of 540 km (340 mi).
| Model | Battery | Power | Torque | Range | 0–100 km/h (62 mph) |
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| EREV | |||||
| 200 Pro | 28.39 kWh | 160 kW (210 hp; 220 PS) | 310 N⋅m (230 lb⋅ft) | 200 km (120 mi)
Total: 1,200 km (750 mi) |
7.2 s |
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| 530 Pro | 56.83 kWh | 160 kW (210 hp; 220 PS) | 310 N⋅m (230 lb⋅ft) | 530 km (330 mi) | 6.8 s |
| 620 Pro | 70.26 kWh | 200 kW (270 hp; 270 PS) | 320 N⋅m (240 lb⋅ft) | 620 km (390 mi) | 5.8 s |
| 540 AWD Max | 400 kW (540 hp; 540 PS) | 640 N⋅m (470 lb⋅ft) | 540 km (340 mi) | 3.9 s | |
Sales
| Year | China | Total | |
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| EV | EREV | ||
| 2024 | 10,031[4] | 15,040 | 25,071 |
References
- ^ "Dongfeng eπ 008 to debut at the Beijing Auto Show in late April". Retrieved 20 April 2025.
- ^ "Dongfeng eπ 008 five-seater EREV with 1,300 km range pre-sales starts at 28,100 USD". Retrieved 20 April 2025.
- ^ "Dongfeng eπ 008 launches in China with the only option being EV or EREV". Retrieved 20 April 2025.
- ^ "December, 2024 auto sales of eπ _in China - Gasgoo". autonews.gasgoo.com. Retrieved 2025-02-21.
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