The Dongfeng Field is about to go on sale in Malaysia very quickly – in keeping with distributor Central Auto Distributors’ (CADB) social media pages, the launch is anticipated to occur this Friday, November 22. Nevertheless, the corporate has launched official pricing of the compact EV, which is about to do battle with the BYD Dolphin.
In contrast to what was intimated earlier than, the automobile will certainly be supplied in two variants. The bottom E2 will begin at RM100,700 on-the-road with out insurance coverage, whereas the previously-detailed E3 will retail at RM113,700. There’s additionally a two-tone paint possibility for the E3 that may bump up the value some RM200 to RM115,700.
All fashions are powered by a single electrical motor on the entrance that produces 95 PS (70 kW) and 160 Nm of torque, enabling a prime velocity of 140 km/h. In opposition to its foremost rival, the Dolphin Dynamic Customary Vary, the Field has the identical quantity of energy however barely much less torque (-20 Nm).
The variations between the E2 and E3 fashions lie primarily within the capacities of their lithium iron phosphate batteries. The bottom mannequin has a minuscule 31.45 kWh pack that even on the wildly optimistic CLTC cycle can solely muster 330 km of vary. It’s an excellent job the E3 has a bigger 42.3 kWh battery, faring barely higher with a spread of 430 km – 10 km farther than the Dolphin Dynamic Customary Vary.
Dongfeng has not disclosed the utmost DC charging enter for the Field, merely saying that charging the battery from 30 to 80% takes round half-hour. That’s the identical for each the E2 and E3, suggesting that the latter can assist a better wattage to compensate for the bigger capability. That is true of the AC charging enter, quoted at simply 3.3 kW for the E2 and 6.6 kW for the E3.
Design-wise, the Field’s cutesy rounded aesthetic carries hints of the sensible #1, notably via the wraparound windscreen design and distinctive C-pillar cutout – each giving the automobile an in-vogue “floating roof” look. Nonetheless, these quantity to a mere tip of the hat to the unique quite than being a full-on copy (Chery, I’m taking a look at you), and we should always level out that the inclusion of a number of the sensible’s “premium” options, together with the flush pop-out door handles and frameless home windows, is extraordinary on this phase.
The remainder of the design is quite easy, however neat touches such because the three-dimensional LED head- and taillights and full-width entrance gentle bar assist raise the Field’s barebones look. The E3 rides on 17-inch two-tone five-spoke alloy wheels which are a step up from the E2’s steelies with aerodynamic covers (nonetheless 17s, thoughts).
The Field’s sturdy first impression continues on the within, with a contemporary design and a surprisingly beneficiant use of quilted fake leather-based. Notable options embody ornamental straps forward of the entrance passenger and a floating centre console that homes a Qi wi-fi charger, an armrest storage field and extra open storage beneath. There’s even a drawer instead of a traditional glovebox, though customers might balk on the paucity of accessible area.
As for the tech on board, the Field has a positively tiny five-inch digital instrument cluster, though the infotainment touchscreen is generously sized at 12.8 inches throughout (sound acquainted?). The interface is pretty fundamental (there’s no Apple CarPlay or Android Auto as but), however the residing room-style house display screen with its cat avatar (you’ll be able to faucet on it to get it to stretch) and customisable inspirational quote is very distinctive.
Different options embody computerized air-con, a frameless rear-view mirror, a 360-degree digicam system with a transparency operate, 32-colour ambient lighting, six audio system and proximity locking and unlocking (accompanied by very loud activation sounds that may fortunately be turned off). No powered seats right here, after all, however apparently, each entrance seats have top adjustment, though the two-spoke steering wheel nonetheless solely adjusts for rake, not attain.
Security-wise, the E3 is the one one to return with driver help options, akin to autonomous emergency braking, adaptive cruise management, lane centring help, site visitors signal recognition and park help. Sadly, the Field is obtainable with simply two airbags throughout the vary.
GALLERY: Dongfeng Field E2 in Malaysia
GALLERY: Dongfeng Field E3 in Malaysia
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