Foton MP-X | |
Production: | 2011–present |
Assembly: | Changping District, Beijing (Foton) |
Body Style: | 4-door van |
Layout: | Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive |
Transmission: | 5-speed manual |
The Foton MP-X is a light commercial van that can seat up to 12 occupants produced by the Chinese automobile manufacturer Foton.[1] The MP-X was sold throughout China and southeast Asian countries including the Philippines and Singapore.[2]
In 2012, the Foton MP-X was reported to be powered by an inline-four, 2.8-liter turbo diesel that producing 96kW and 280nm of torque with prices ranging from 99,000 yuan.
As of October 2018, prices of the Foton MP-X ranges from 74,650 to 98,550 yuan.[3] [4]
A different model called the MP-X S was also offered by Foton but was later renamed to Foton View G9.
An updated variant succeeding the MP-X E called the Foton View G5 was launched in 2019 while styling remains unchanged from the MP-X. The updated model features powertrains that fulfills the National VI Emissions Standards. The View G5 is powered by a 2.0-liter engine developing 136hp and 185N·m mated to a 5-speed manual transmission.[5]
A facelift was unveiled for the 2020 model year Foton View G5 completely changing the front end. The updated model is powered by a 2.0-liter naturally aspirated engine and a 2.4 liter-naturally aspirated engine developing 136hp and 160hp respectively. The transmission is a 5-speed manual gearbox.[6]