"Lifan X 80": photo, reviews, technical specifications

X 80 in the near future will be the third model of the crossover in the line of Lifan, released in the Russian market. In comparison with the models X 50 and X 60, released earlier, this crossover stands out with a number of design features and a relatively affordable price, making the X 80 a long time remains one of the most anticipated novelties in the automotive market.

Basic data

The serial version of "Lifan X 80" was developed for three years. At the same time, the first official presentation of this model was made only in April 2016 in the framework of the international motor show held in Beijing. According to official representatives, in the near future after the show the car should appear in the sales centers of the company Lifan throughout the People's Republic of China.

X 80 advantageously differs from its predecessors not only in capacity of the passenger compartment, but also in increased cross-country capacity, due to which, according to the developers, this model will become extremely popular on the Russian automotive market.

Production history

Automobile company Lifan began its development in 1992 and today occupies a leading place in the Chinese automobile market. It is worth noting that the important role in increasing the popularity of the company was played by the release of the new crossover "Lifan X 80".

The reviews of the majority of automotive experts on this model allow us to conclude that due to its design features and relatively affordable price, X80 will soon take the leading position among its counterparts, the most popular among which today is Lifan X 60.

It is noteworthy that the company Lifan before the official presentation of the X 80 announced its value. So, in the Chinese automobile market the minimum cost of a crossover will make about 15 thousand dollars, and the top equipment will cost buyers 20 thousand dollars.

Crossover "Lifan X 80", a photo of which appeared in early 2016, will be produced in two versions:

• 5-seater;
• 7-seater.

Despite the fact that the car in the first pictures was camouflaged, fans of this brand could get a general idea of the new appearance of the crossover. So, for example, according to the presented photos, in the seven-seat version the wheelbase was significantly increased.

Appearance

In March 2016, the Internet appeared new images of the crossover "Lifan X 80" already without camouflage, thanks to which the representation of future buyers about the design features of this car novelty has significantly expanded.

The model looks impressive due to the front of the body, which housed a massive chrome grille and chrome strip, running through the entire front bumper. At the same time the bottom of the crossover is equipped with a special metal protection.

Appearance of the car "Lifan X 80" for the most part is the merit of Italian developers who were engaged in the creation of most body sketches and the production of a number of parts for this car.

Interior design

The interior of the car is made in the best Chinese traditions. Most of the salon is decorated with chrome elements, complementing the stylish and modern design.

The main features of the arrangement X 80:

• The seating arrangement is 2 x 3 x 2.
• Leather trim.
• Wide front console.
• Climate control and sunroof.
• The system of starting the motor without a key.
• Multifunction steering wheel.

In the middle of the upper part of the console, X 80 houses a display that displays not only multimedia files, but also a navigation system. Above the display there is a small visor, which, if necessary, can cover the display from the sun's rays.

"Lifan X 80": technical specifications

To date, the motor scale of the crossover X 80 is represented only by two types of engines. The first is four-cylinder Sirius 4G64 from Mitsubishi, its volume is 2.4 liters with a capacity of 165 liters. from. The second - turbocharged, created by the developers of the company Lifan. Its volume was 2 liters with a capacity of 200 liters. from. It is noteworthy that these engines will come complete with a 6-speed automatic transmission. In addition, according to the manufacturer, today the company is busy developing another turbocharged engine with a volume of 1.8 liters.

Dimensions of the model "Lifan X 80" are quite impressive:

• The length is 4.87 m.
• The width is 1,932 m.
• The height is 1,746 m.
• Wheelbase - 2,85 m.

Despite the fact that the information on the technical parameters of the X 80 is still quite small, it is now possible to say with certainty that this crossover will be worthy of competition to the majority of modern SUVs.

Issue in Russia

According to the official representatives of the company Lifan, as early as 2017 the release of the crossover X 80 will be carried out at the new Russian plant located in the Lipetsk region. It is noteworthy that together with this car at the new plant it is planned to start production of 8 more different models.

According to experts, the amount of investments that Lifan will need to make in the construction and equipment of the Lipetsk plant will amount to more than $ 300 million. It is noteworthy that after the completion of construction, the created automobile production in a short time should become so powerful that the plant can easily produce at least 50-55 thousand cars within a year.

The new enterprise should begin active production of machines from the summer of 2017, and if the production rates meet expectations, the funds invested in construction and equipment will pay off within the next 7 years, after which the plant will only bring Lifan profit.

Production features

The production capabilities of the new plant will be fully adapted to assembling cars from scratch, which will allow producing all the necessary parts in Russia. Consequently, the waiting time for delivery and repair work in official service centers will be significantly reduced. Lifan is also going to set up production of its own engines in Russia, but there is no information on the construction of the new plant. Most likely, the same Lipetsk plant will be adapted for this production, which already now has preferential conditions for customs and tax regulation.

It is expected that the cost of X 80, in connection with the establishment of Russian production, will become quite affordable. Since, according to experts' forecasts, the company Lifan, developing the cost of X 80, will primarily focus on the price policy of its main competitor - compact SUV Great Wall H3, we can assume that the cost of a new crossover in Russia is unlikely to exceed the level of 1.5 million Rubles. This automatically makes the X 80 one of the most affordable cars in its class.

Conclusion

Look at the car "Lifan X 80" will be available in November 2016 at the motor show, which will be held in Guangzhou. At the same time, considering all the features of the new Chinese crossover X 80, it can be concluded that it has all chances to become one of the most successful and sold in the line of powerful Chinese crossovers.