Budget Sedan Dongfeng S30: specifications and equipment

In 2014, the attention of Russian motorists was presented sedan Dongfeng S30. The budget Chinese car was based on the platform of the once popular hatchback Citroën ZX, which in 1992 took the third place in the competition "European car of the year." The Chinese novelty quickly attracted interest, because it could boast of a decent appearance, and besides, it was set a price tag that barely reaches half a million.

Design

First of all I would like to note the pleasant and modern exterior of Dongfeng S30. The exterior of the classic sedan was decorated with a neat radiator grille with chrome horizontal bars, compact round "fog lights" that surround the elongated air intake, and stylish styling on the hood. Also attention is drawn to the original shape of the front optics, which is similar to the headlights of the "Mercedes" in the body of the W221.

The back part also looks interesting. Lamps, connected with the luggage compartment cover, seem to flow into the chrome projecting strip. The decision to make this up the rear added a sedan of elegance.

With regard to dimensions, the length of the Dongfeng S30 reaches 4526 mm. Its width is 1740 mm, and the height is 1465 mm. The ground clearance is 15 centimeters, which is a good indicator for Russian roads.

Interior decoration

Salon Dongfeng S30 looks neat and quality, like the front panel, which designers decided to decorate with dark plastic inserts for the varnished wood. Attention is drawn to the steering wheel, which is adjustable not only on the fly, but also on the angle of inclination. Directly at hand is the selector "automatic". It is also worth noting that the driver's seat has a good range of longitudinal adjustment. But there is no side support.

However, the budget of the car could not but affect the internal comfort. Climate control is not effective enough. And, as the reviews about Dongfeng S30 show, he lives his life. Even if the display is set to + 30 ° C, the interior will not be warm enough.

It is impossible not to mention the limited possibilities of transformation of the salon. The back row can only be folded together. And yet there is no hatch, which is extremely necessary for the transportation of long cargo. Irregularly located and control buttons for glass lifts. They protrude above the armrest of the driver's door, and with any careless movement of the hand, you can touch them, so that the windows will open at the most inopportune moment.

Characteristics

Sedan Dongfeng S30 is offered with only one power unit. Under its hood is installed an atmospheric 1.6-liter engine, a capacity of 117 "horses". The maximum speed can reach 180 km / h. Acceleration to "hundreds" takes about 11-12 seconds (depending on the type of gearbox).

By the way, this engine has one undoubted plus, consisting in its economy. On average, the engine consumes 7 liters per 100 kilometers, passed in a mixed mode.

The unit can be controlled as a 5-speed "mechanics", and a 4-band optional "automatic" Aisin. People who own versions with automatic transmissions say that the box is not the top of perfection, but the transfer switches clearly, without delays, almost imperceptibly. AKPP "ponder" only if the driver decides to accelerate and presses the accelerator pedal all the way.

Equipment

Finally it is worth to say a few words about the availability of what equipment the Dongfeng S30 boasts, the photo of which is presented above.

The basic equipment included LED optics, a headlight corrector with adjustment, side mirrors with turn signals and an electric drive, rear fog lamps of high brightness, factory toning, light alloy wheels, manual seat adjustment, glove box, center armrest and cup holder. In addition to the above, inside there is a multimedia system with a USB port and support for MP3 / DVD, a rear parking sensor with 4 sensors, a stop signal, a reminder of the seat belts, seatbelt, etc.

In the maximum configuration, in addition to the above, we offer chrome moldings, heated side mirrors, electric sunroof, rear armrest with cup holder, leather-trimmed steering wheel, Bluetooth hands-free option, and many other additions.

If we conclude, then we can say with confidence: DFM S30 is a good classic sedan from the budget category of cars. And it will be a good choice for people who want to become owners of a new, but inexpensive foreign car.