It's no secret that the Chinese are very good at copying a variety of things. And if before everything was limited to clothing, electronics and household appliances, then recently, Chinese cars began to fall into our field of vision, which have a lot of similarities with the world's bestsellers from the automotive industry. By the way, accusing the Chinese of plagiarism is still not very correct, because due to their mentality, they have a different view of copying, different from ours. If they succeed in copying something, they believe that they have reached a certain level of skill, and now they are no worse than the manufacturer of the original model.
Not so long ago, photos of the brainchild of the Chinese car industry of a crossover began to appear on the Internet. Shuanghuan Sceo, which at first glance is very similar to the BMW X5 in the back of the E53. But this is only at first glance, Sceo is not a twin of X5 one hundred percent.
- These two cars have only a similar silhouette, the Chinese did not completely copy the Bavarian car, this is also indicated by the differently drawn side lines of the body, and the rear of the Chinese car, which has only a spoiler in common with the X5.
- Shuanghuan Sceo has body parts, borrowed from other cars: the hood is very similar to the Mercedes ML, and the logo is similar to the SsangYong badge.
- The technological component has little in common with the German, Shuanghuan Sceo is typical chinese car with units made in China, albeit under the license of colleagues from Japan.
Technical features
With regards to design features, then X5 and Sceo have even less in common. The Shuanghuan Sceo is a classic frame SUV with plug-in all-wheel drive. The front suspension of the car is independent on double wishbones, back dependent spring.
The car has only one engine - a four-cylinder 125-horsepower gasoline unit volume of 2.4 liters, produced under license from Mitsubishi. Naturally, this car is not designed for high-speed jerks from traffic lights. And who will do this on a two-ton frame SUV? Shuanghuan Sceo is designed for quiet driving on the highway and fighting off-road conditions.
With regards to the gearbox, only one option is also available - a five-speed mechanics, which does not cause any complaints, the gears are switched on clearly and smoothly.
Unfortunately, not all cars have downshift, but the system of the plug-in all-wheel drive everyone has. Although, I must say, in order to move through mud and sand, a plug-in will be enough rear axle... A big move suspension and its softness will provide comfort when moving on any rough terrain.
Car interior
The creators of Shuanghuan Sceo did not manage to create a salon like a premium segment car. And to a large extent this was influenced by the materials used: the seat upholstery made of genuine leather does not look natural, the cheap plastic betrays itself, the audio system is very mediocre. Although we must give credit to the designers, the interior is really well designed, just a little underdeveloped. At least in Sceo, you won't find centimeter gaps in the panel or disgusting squeaky plastic.
Nevertheless, the Chinese developers managed to create a good reliable car... It cannot be said that it is authentic, but on the other hand, you will be respected on the road, because at first glance, Shuanghuan Sceo really looks like a donor in face BMW X5.
The price of the car also plays an important role. V maximum configuration Sceo will cost in the region of 33 thousand dollars. For this money, of course, you can buy an X5, but it will not be new at all and it is far from a fact that with pure history and not twisted mileage. And the maintenance of a Chinese car will be incomparably cheaper, because only reliable, time-tested ones are used in it. engineering solutions, which may be a little outdated, but this does not in any way affect their work and service life.
Chinese crossovers, new items of 2017-2018, were replenished with a new Dongfeng X5 SUV, and in our review there is a photo, price and configuration, technical characteristics of Dong Feng X5. Official premiere stylish car took place within the framework of Guangzhou Auto Show in November 2016 under the hard to pronounce named Dongfeng Fengxing Jingyi X5. New sales chinese car DFM X5 in the Celestial Empire market will start on December 17, 2016 the price 90-120 thousand yuan (835-1150 thousand rubles) for a car with gasoline 1.6 (122 hp) and 2.0 (147 hp) engines, front wheel drive and very rich equipment.
Dongfeng Motor's marketers seem to like the combination of the 5 and the X in the model name. In another way, it is simply impossible to explain the presence in the model line of a Chinese manufacturer of such a number of cars where these letters are found: Dongfeng Fengxing Joyear X5, also known as Dongfeng Jingyi X5, and in addition new dongfeng Fengxing Jingyi X5.
How can one not get confused in such a variety of manufactured models, it is most likely clear only to Chinese manufacturers and motorists. Model line Dongfeng Motor, which includes the brands Dongfeng, Dongfeng Fengxing, Dongfeng Fengshen and Venucia, has about 50 !!! cars, many of which are practically twin brothers, and in extreme cases co-platforms.
This is the case with the new Dongfeng X5 SUV, which is the closest relative dongfeng crossovers MX5 and Dongfeng AX5. Interestingly, the appearance of the new Chinese SUV DongFeng X5 is very similar to the exterior design of the body ... no, of course we are not talking about frank copying, rather imitation of the image German model.
In the presence of rectangles of headlights with a dotted line LED daytime running lights along the lower edge, a compact false radiator grille, a bumper with pronounced air ducts, a characteristic rib that prescribes the sidewalls of the body at the level of the door handles, a design similar to the German side lights and rear bumper.
- External dimensions Dongfeng bodywork The 2017-2018 X5s are 4,515mm long, 1,812mm wide, 1,725mm high, with a 2,720mm wheelbase and 190mm ground clearance.
- Standard new SUV comes with 17-inch light-alloy wheel rims with tires 215/60 R17, for an extra charge large 18-inch wheels with tires 215/55 R18 and light alloy wheels with an original design.
Salon new chinese crossover DonFeng X5 is a fully-fledged 5-seater and can easily accommodate not only the driver and his four companions, but also provide transportation of a significant amount of luggage. By the way, there is enough space in the first and second row to comfortably accommodate five people with a height of more than 180 cm.
Dimensions (edit) luggage compartment will delight 850 mm in height, width from 1020 to 1330 mm and length from 820 to 1690 mm. The useful volume of the trunk, depending on the position of the split backrest of the second row, varies from 790 to 1690 liters, provided that it is loaded to the ceiling.
The interior is made of budget, but quality materials(soft plastic with a pleasant texture, artificial leather) with stylish decorative inserts for wood and aluminum.
Equipment modern equipment the new Chinese SUV is traditionally rich for cars from the Middle Kingdom: multifunctional wheel, dashboard with a large screen on-board computer, advanced multimedia system with an 8-inch touch screen (music, phone, navigation, rear-view camera), climate control, front and rear seats, electric driver and passenger seats, electric hand brake, system keyless entry and a button to start the engine, an electric sunroof, parking sensors, LED DRLs and taillights and other pleasant things. For example, an all-round panoramic view system, a tracking system for objects in the blind spots of the rear-view mirrors and a parking assistant are available as options.
Specifications Dongfeng X5 2017-2018
The SUV's suspension is completely independent with MacPherson struts in front and multi-link in the rear, default drive to the front wheels, all-wheel disc brakes, electric power steering.
Under the hood of the Chinese novelty, it is possible to install one of two four-cylinder atmospheric gasoline engines.
- 1.6-liter (122 hp) paired with 5 manual transmissions or an optional CVT variator.
- A more powerful 2.0-liter (147 hp) works in tandem with a 6-speed manual transmission.
Chinese manufacturers produce the most different cars- both in quality and in appearance. It's no secret that some models of the Chinese car industry are able to compete with the flagships of famous brands. The indisputable advantage of these cars is low price with comparatively good quality... But the so-called "clones" of models of world brands are especially popular today. One of these is a car with an unreasonable name: Shuanghuan Sceo, which has become a copy German BMW X5.
This model was launched in 2006. During this time, she has been honored with a wide variety of expert responses. But, obviously, she managed to achieve such publicity not because of the outstanding technical properties or unsurpassed appearance: they say a lot about it only because it is an “analogue” of the BMW flagship. By the way, the Bavarian concern has repeatedly tried to facilitate the introduction of a ban on the sale of the Chinese model, but this did not bring results.
Despite the fact that the model has officially received the "status" of an illegal copy, it continues to be produced in China and to this day delight car owners from all over the world. But, in reality, not everything is so smooth. Shuanghuan Sceo has whole line significant shortcomings that confuse many potential buyers even in spite of the low price category for its class.
Shuanghuan Sceo - exterior features of the Chinese BMW X5
Visually, the Chinese car of this model is very similar to the "format" of the appearance of the BMW X5. At first glance, it might seem that they have more similarities than differences. But it is not so. Just the same distinctive features these cars make it possible to judge the availability significant shortcomings from the Chinese Shuanghuan Sceo.
First of all, it should be noted that the Chinese "clone" of BMW has unusual body dimensions and a very strange interior in terms of technical parameters. And from the body parts that make the Shuanghuan Sceo as different as possible from German car, is the presence of atypical headlights in shape and a completely different radiator grille. Considered as a whole, the following features are inherent in the Chinese model:
- The Shuanghuan Sceo has obvious problems with the interior. Despite the fact that its external parameters are relatively adequate, the technical characteristics are completely primitivistic. Not every car owner will be comfortable in such a vehicle.
- The door handles do not fit into the overall exterior of the car. They are endowed low quality, even by "Chinese" standards.
- In appearance rear optics almost identical to the BMW X5, but the front one has significant differences... Some experts even talk about their absurdity.
- From the side, the Chinese model also resembles the predecessor of the Bavarian flagship - the X3.
- Model not responding modern requirements ergonomics. Many elements are deprecated.
And in order to appreciate the features of the driver's area, it is not necessary to take a car for a test drive. It is enough to look at the detailed photos of the salon. In particular, the car is equipped with a strange steering wheel and extremely uncomfortable seats. All the shortcomings are visible to the naked eye, and already, in themselves, are a kind of anti-advertising of the Chinese "clone" of BMW.
These and many other shortcomings did not become a significant obstacle for foreign buyers on the way to purchasing a Chinese model, because in contrast to them there is a low price, which cannot be compared with the price of a car of a German concern.
On the secondary market Shuanghuan Sceo 2006-2007 model year can be purchased for only 400-450 thousand rubles. Now this car is sold in many countries of the world - albeit with varying degrees of success. But on the import of the model to Germany, there is an official ban.
Shuanghuan Sceo - technical features: are there any similarities with the BMW X5?
The unjustified expectation of many car owners is the fact that Chinese "clones" usually inherit only the appearance of world-famous flagships, and the filling remains "Chinese". Shuanghuan Sceo in this regard is no exception: from the BMW X5 - it has only external parameters. A technical features it is characterized by the following:
- Several vehicle configurations are offered. The maximum of them is endowed good features that fully meet the requirements of modern motorists - climate control, cruise control, reliable system distribution braking efforts, 4 airbags, power seats and more.
- The car is equipped with a Mitsubishi inline 4-cylinder engine, which is not particularly modern.
- Engine capacity - 2.4 liters (BMW has 3 liters), power - 110 hp. (BMW has 231 hp). Of course, the difference between basic vehicle configurations is very significant.
- Many owners complain about the excessive fuel consumption of diesel models;
- Those who are accustomed to comfortable driving a reliable car are unlikely to like the features of the Shuanghuan Sceo operation.
Contrary to imperfection technical parameters Chinese model, the car has managed to gain its popularity in the overseas market. Highest demand the basic configuration of the car, equipped with engines licensed from Mitsubishi, is used. The materials used, although not of the highest quality, but the assembly, in general, meets all the current requirements.
What's the bottom line?
Shuanghuan Sceo has a number of significant shortcomings, but, nevertheless, this does not prevent the model from being produced for the tenth year in a row and being very successfully sold in many countries of the world. In terms of quality, it is far from its prototype - the Bavarian BMW X5. But the appearance, along with the price, are the parameters that just attract potential buyers of a modern Chinese SUV.We are already accustomed to the fact that Chinese manufacturers many so-called clones end up in Russia. Today we will consider one of such copies of the flagship of the Bavarian concern - BMW X5. This is a Shuanghuan Sceo car, amazing in its external data, which has been produced from 2006 to the present day, despite the official recognition as an illegal copy. Today, the import of this car is prohibited only in Germany, in other countries. chinese brand may well supply its own clone.
The BMW Corporation has repeatedly tried to challenge the right of this concern to international car sales. Despite the obvious similarities and the obvious cloning of the appearance from the X5 crossover, the Bavarians failed to ban production and sales. True, and Shuanghuan Sceo could not become successful car in its class, even if it is sold in some countries to this day. The reasons for such problems with sales and positioning will be discussed below.
Looking closely at the photo - features of the appearance of the BMW clone
If you carefully consider the appearance of the Chinese BMW X5, you will understand why in most countries the company was defeated in the market. Despite the analogue of some parts to the original Bavarian SUV, the Chinese car has a lot of unpleasant moments that are noticeable to the naked eye.
Shuanghuan Sceo has very strange body dimensions and has a surprisingly repulsive interior. The only part of the body that does not resemble a BMW is the front end - a radiator grill and optics in a very strange shape.
In other parameters, the car is identical to the Bavarian prototype:
- rear optics completely repeats the shape of the X5;
- Chinese door handles look awful and make it undesirable to open the door;
- the stiffeners on the body are lined up exactly like the German prototype;
- complete chaos reigns in the cabin, the ergonomics of the car have not been worked out;
- the interior is taken from different premium cars, but not very well composed;
- some moments inner peace chinese jeep look very outdated.
In the cabin, the steering wheel immediately catches the eye, which has very strange characteristics of appearance and ergonomics. It is uncomfortable to hold on to it, and even in the photo you can clearly see everything significant disadvantages driver's area. The Shuanghuan Sceo's seats are also not very comfortable.
But buyers in Russia made a discount on these shortcomings, because the car turned out to be very cheap, with at the price of a BMW price tag chinese clone and did not stand nearby. But it cannot be said that chinese bmw The X5 has become really popular. The car was sold in our country only in 2006 and did not become a cult proposal.
Technical part - not a trace of BMW engines
Many car enthusiasts regret that clones made in China take as a basis only the appearance of BMW and other European premium brands. It would be better if they made analogs of engines with the same characteristics, with increased reliability and a large supply of horsepower.
But a copy bmw off-road vehicle under the name Shuanghuan Sceo clearly did not take as a basis technical part Bavarian flagship. Under the hood of this car, offered in Russia back in 2006, there were only two power unit with dubious technical characteristics... Clone X5 possessed the following data:
- power unit basic configuration- old Mitsubishi engine 2.4 liters and 110 horses;
- the forced unit is also 2.4 liters, but with a potential of as much as 230 horses (the engine turned out to be terrible in operation);
- a 2.8-liter diesel unit and 115 horses with terrible traction and high consumption;
- poor dynamics on any engine makes the Shuanghuan Sceo an unsuccessful BMW clone;
- driving is inconvenient, so there is no need to talk about the safety of the trip.
The Chinese car turned out to be a very dubious offer for buyers in Russia. However, base engine, which the car got from the Mitsubishi concern, was very reliable. The set comes with the unit and japanese box gear, recreated by the Chinese from not very reliable materials, but working quite fine.
Exactly basic version Shuanghuan Sceo has received great reviews from customers. Many already then strongly changed their attitude towards Chinese transport and began to look for profitable opportunities among the offers from the Celestial Empire. But in general, the Chinese analogue of the BMW X5 turned out to be very exemplary, talk about it high quality and popularity is not accounted for.
Summing up
Despite the blatant failure of the company's original aspirations, the Shuanghuan Sceo is still being produced today. Perhaps, soon another generation of this car will come to Russia, which will force many buyers to change their attitude towards Chinese SUVs in better side... Shuanghuan Sceo, with certain modifications, may well become one of the most successful market participants.
Nevertheless, today the car is sold only in China and some Asian countries, in which it enjoys relatively low popularity. The main factor in buying a clone is its attractive price. Buy on the secondary market this model in our country, it is possible at a cost in the range of 450-500 thousand rubles, which indicates the preservation of the price of Shuanghuan Sceo for a long time.
15.01.2015
