The Aeolus Haoji (风神 皓极, also called Dongfeng Huge in the export market) is a compact crossover SUV produced by Dongfeng Motor Corporation under the Aeolus sub-brand. The Haoji compact crossover SUV is built on the DSMA platform developed by Dongfeng for conventional petrol and hybrid models.[1]

Aeolus Haoji
Overview
ManufacturerAeolus
Also calledDongfeng Huge
Production2022–present
AssemblyChina: Wuhan
Body and chassis
ClassCompact crossover SUV (C)
Body style5-door SUV
LayoutFront engine, front-wheel-drive
PlatformDSMA platform
RelatedAeolus Haohan
Powertrain
Engine
Electric motor1xAC PMSM (hybrid)
Power output
  • Petrol:
  • 150 kW (201 hp; 204 PS)
  • Petrol hybrid:
  • 130 kW (174 hp; 176 PS) (engine)
  • 130 kW (174 hp; 176 PS) (electric motor)
  • 180 kW (241 hp; 244 PS) (combined)
Transmission
Hybrid drivetrainParallel (hybrid)
BatteryLi-ion battery (hybrid)
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,825 mm (111 in)
Length4,720 mm (186 in)
Width1,910 mm (75 in)
Height1,702 mm (67 in)
Chronology
PredecessorAeolus AX5

Overview

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The Aeolus Haoji opened pre-sale on June 18, 2022 and was launched in August 2022. It is a compact crossover SUV positioned above the slightly smaller AX7 within the lineup of the Aeolus brand, while dimensions are slightly closer to traditional midsize crossover SUVs.[2]

Powertrain

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The Aeolus Haoji is offered with ICE and full hybrid powertrains. The ICE version gets a 1.5-litre turbo engine developing 204 PS and 350 Nm, mated to a 7-speed DCT gearbox. The hybrid version gets the Dongfeng Mach MHD hybrid system with the same 1.5-litre turbo engine plus an electric motor (HD120) producing 245 PS and 540 Nm, mated to an E-CVT.[3]

Model[4] Engine/Motor Power Torque Fuel economy
Petrol 1.5L (1476cc) DFMC15TP1 I4 (turbo petrol) 150 kW (201 hp)

at 6000 rpm

305 N⋅m (225 lb⋅ft)

at 2000-4000 rpm

6.99 L/100 km (34 mpg‑US)
MHD (hybrid) 1.5L (1476cc)

DFMC15TE1 I4 (turbo petrol) + HD120 motor

Engine: 130 kW (174 hp)

at 1500-4500 rpm

Motor: 130 kW (174 hp)

Combined: 180 kW (241 hp)

540 N⋅m (398 lb⋅ft) 5.8 L/100 km (41 mpg‑US)

Interior

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The dashboard of the Aeolus Haoji has a 12.3-inch twin-screen setup with a screen for the infotainment system and a screen for the instrument panel with level 2 driver assistance system for safety. The screen can be controlled by touch or a rotary dial on the left side of the center tunnel. The gasoline version of the Haoji is equipped with the Jamo audio system.[5]

Haoji Mach Edition

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Dongfeng's Aeolus Haohan, a compact SUV, targets young consumers. Unveiling at Shanghai Auto Show with starting price around 100,000 RMB (14,700 USD).[1]. Since 2023, the car has been sold in Belarus under the name Dongfeng Aeolus Huge [2].

References

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  1. ^ "东风乘用车-皓极".
  2. ^ "Dongfeng Aeolus starts presales of hybrid Haoji SUV".
  3. ^ "Dongfeng Aeolus Haoji SUV Launched In China, Priced At 31,800 USD". 9 August 2022.
  4. ^ "配置表-东风风神品牌官方网站".
  5. ^ "Dongfeng's All-New SUV: AEOLUS HAOJI Open Pre-sale in China". 21 June 2022.
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