Forthing T5 EVO
The Forthing T5 EVO is a compact CUV produced by Dongfeng Liuzhou Motor under the Forthing (Dongfeng Fengxing) sub-brand.[1]
Forthing T5 EVO | |
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Overview | |
Manufacturer | Forthing |
Production | 2020—present |
Assembly | Liuzhou, China |
Body and chassis | |
Class | Compact CUV |
Body style | 5–door station wagon |
Layout | FF layout |
Related | Forthing T5 |
Powertrain | |
Engine | 1.5 L turbo I4 (petrol) |
Transmission | 6 speed manual CVT 7 speed Dual-clutch transmission |
Dimensions | |
Wheelbase | 2,715 mm (106.9 in) |
Length | 4,565 mm (179.7 in) |
Width | 1,860 mm (73.2 in) |
Height | 1,690 mm (66.5 in) |
Overview
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]
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]
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]