Soueast DX3 | |
Production: | 2016–present |
Assembly: | Fuzhou, Fujian, China |
Designer: | Pininfarina |
Class: | Subcompact SUV |
Body Style: | 5-door wagon |
Layout: | front-wheel-drive |
Engine: | 1.5 L turbo I4 1.5 L turbo I4 |
Transmission: | 5-speed manual 6-speed automatic 8-speed CVT[1] |
Wheelbase: | 26101NaN1 |
Length: | 43541NaN1 |
Width: | 18401NaN1 |
Height: | 16541NaN1 |
Weight: | NaNkg (-2,147,483,648lb) |
The Soueast DX3 is a subcompact crossover designed by Pininfarina and manufactured by Chinese automaker Soueast Motors.
The Soueast DX3 was launched during the 2016 Beijing Auto Show,[2] while the production version of the DX3 crossover debuted on the 2016 Chengdu Auto Show with the official market launch in November 2016.[3]
There are two engines originated from Mitsubishi available including a 1.5 liter engine producing 120hp and 143nm, and a 1.5 liter turbo engine with 150hp and 220nm. The 1.5 liter is mated to a five-speed manual gearbox, while the 1.5 liter turbo engine is mated to a CVT. Pricing ranges from 72,900 yuan to 99,900 yuan.[4] An electric version called the DX3 EV400 is also available launched on the Chinese car market in November 2017. The price including subsidies of the DX3 EV will start from around $17,000.[5]
A sportier trim was available in 2018 named the Soueast DX3X, featuring a black mask in the front fascia and minor styling changes.