The Chana CX70, more recently the Oshan CX70 as Chana has developed a new brand, is a 7-seater, rear-wheel drive[2] mid-size crossover produced by Changan Automobile. In most export markets, it is known as the Kaicene CX70.

Chana/Oshan CX70
Chana CX70
Overview
ManufacturerChangan Automobile
Also calledKaicene CX70
Oshan CX70
Production2016–2019 (China)
2021–2023 (Philippines)
AssemblyChina: Chongqing
Body and chassis
Classmid-size crossover
Body style5-door wagon
LayoutFront-engine, rear-wheel-drive[1]
Powertrain
Engine1.5 L JL476ZQCC turbo I4 (petrol)
1.6 L 4G18 I4 (petrol)
Transmission5-speed manual
6 speed automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,780 mm (109.4 in)
Length4,680 mm (184.3 in)
Width1,800 mm (70.9 in)
Height1,750 mm (68.9 in)

Overview

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The Chana CX70 debuted on the 2016 Beijing Auto Show and was launched on the Chinese auto market right after with prices ranging from 68,900 yuan to 84,900 yuan.[3] The CX70 is manufactured by Chana, Changan's commercial division, also later known as Oushang. Oushang was known for producing minivans and mini MPVs, making the CX70 the first crossover of the brand.[4] A turbocharged version called the Chana CX70T was also available, with styling changes on the grilles, with an asymmetrical design positioning the brand logo on the right half of the grilles heavily inspired by Land Rover.

Powertrain

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Powering the CX70T is a 1.5-liter turbocharged gasoline engine producing 150 PS and 230 Nm of torque mated to a six-speed automatic transmission.[5]

Kaicene CX70

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In Philippines, from 2021, the Berjaya Auto Asia (BAAI) introduced the turbo variant of the CX70 7-seat crossover SUV under the Kaciene brand.[5]

References

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  1. ^ Tamayo, Niky (December 13, 2021). "2022 Kaicene CX70 Review". Top Gear Philippines. Retrieved June 25, 2024.
  2. ^ "Review: 2022 Kaicene CX70". Top Gear Philippines.
  3. ^ Feijter, Tycho de (May 12, 2016). "Changan CX70 SUV Unveiled In China". CarNewsChina.com.
  4. ^ Feijter, Tycho de (March 7, 2016). "Changan CX70 SUV is Ready for the Chinese car market". CarNewsChina.com.
  5. ^ a b "Kaicene CX70 aims to woo new customers with PHP 879k retail". autoindustriya.com. December 8, 2021.
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