The Aeolus AX3 is a subcompact crossover SUV produced by Dongfeng Motor Corporation under the Aeolus (Dongfeng Fengshen) sub-brand.[2]

Aeolus (Dongfeng Fengshen) AX3
Overview
ManufacturerAeolus
Production2015–2019
Model years2016–2019
Body and chassis
LayoutFront-engine, front-wheel-drive
RelatedDongfeng Fengshen A30
Powertrain
Engine1.5 L I4 (petrol)
1.4 L turbo I4 (petrol)[1]
Transmission5-speed manual
6-speed automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,620 mm (103.1 in)
Length4,518 mm (177.9 in)
Width1,740 mm (68.5 in)
Height1,562 mm (61.5 in)

Overview

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Fengshen AX3 rear

The Aeolus AX3 was unveiled on the 2015 Shanghai Auto Show[3] with the market launch in January 2016 revealing prices ranging from 69,700 yuan to 87,700 yuan.

Specifications

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The Aeolus AX3 is powered by a 1.5 liter engine producing 116hp and 145nm mated to a five-speed manual gearbox or a four-speed automatic gearbox, and a 1.4 liter turbo engine producing 140hp and 196nm available with the five-speed manual gearbox.[4] The same platform also underpins the Dongfeng Fengshen A30 subcompact sedan.

References

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  1. ^ Ning, W. E. (September 4, 2015). "Dongfeng Fengshen AX3 hits the 2015 Chengdu Auto Show in China". CarNewsChina.com.
  2. ^ Ning, W. E. (April 14, 2015). "Dongfeng Fengshen AX3 will debut on the Shanghai Auto Show". CarNewsChina.com.
  3. ^ Wang, Joey (April 22, 2015). "Dongfeng Fengshen AX3 unveiled on the Shanghai Auto Show". CarNewsChina.com.
  4. ^ Feijter, Tycho de (January 6, 2016). "Dongfeng Fengshen AX3 launched on the Chinese auto market". CarNewsChina.com.
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