Aeolus Haoji

Aeolus Haoji
Overview
ManufacturerAeolus
Also calledDongfeng Huge
Production2022–present
AssemblyChina: Wuhan
Body and chassis
ClassCompact crossover SUV (C)
Body style5-door SUV
LayoutFront engine, front-wheel-drive
PlatformDSMA platform
RelatedAeolus Haohan
Powertrain
Engine
Electric motor1xAC PMSM (hybrid)
Power output
  • Petrol:
  • 150 kW (201 hp; 204 PS)
  • Petrol hybrid:
  • 130 kW (174 hp; 176 PS) (engine)
  • 130 kW (174 hp; 176 PS) (electric motor)
  • 180 kW (241 hp; 244 PS) (combined)
Transmission
Hybrid drivetrainParallel (hybrid)
BatteryLi-ion battery (hybrid)
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,825 mm (111 in)
Length4,720 mm (186 in)
Width1,910 mm (75 in)
Height1,702 mm (67 in)
Chronology
PredecessorAeolus AX5

The Aeolus Haoji (风神 皓极, also called Dongfeng Huge in the export market) is a compact crossover SUV produced by Dongfeng Motor Corporation under the Aeolus sub-brand. The Haoji compact crossover SUV is built on the DSMA platform developed by Dongfeng for conventional petrol and hybrid models.[1]

Overview

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The Aeolus Haoji opened pre-sale on June 18, 2022 and was launched in August 2022. It is a compact crossover SUV positioned above the slightly smaller AX7 within the lineup of the Aeolus brand, while dimensions are slightly closer to traditional midsize crossover SUVs.[2]

Powertrain

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The Aeolus Haoji is offered with ICE and full hybrid powertrains. The ICE version gets a 1.5-litre turbo engine developing 204 PS and 350 Nm, mated to a 7-speed DCT gearbox. The hybrid version gets the Dongfeng Mach MHD hybrid system with the same 1.5-litre turbo engine plus an electric motor (HD120) producing 245 PS and 540 Nm, mated to an E-CVT.[3]

Model[4] Engine/Motor Power Torque Fuel economy
Petrol 1.5L (1476cc) DFMC15TP1 I4 (turbo petrol) 150 kW (201 hp)

at 6000 rpm

305 N⋅m (225 lb⋅ft)

at 2000-4000 rpm

6.99 L/100 km (34 mpg‑US)
MHD (hybrid) 1.5L (1476cc)

DFMC15TE1 I4 (turbo petrol) + HD120 motor

Engine: 130 kW (174 hp)

at 1500-4500 rpm

Motor: 130 kW (174 hp)

Combined: 180 kW (241 hp)

540 N⋅m (398 lb⋅ft) 5.8 L/100 km (41 mpg‑US)

Interior

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The dashboard of the Aeolus Haoji has a 12.3-inch twin-screen setup with a screen for the infotainment system and a screen for the instrument panel with level 2 driver assistance system for safety. The screen can be controlled by touch or a rotary dial on the left side of the center tunnel. The gasoline version of the Haoji is equipped with the Jamo audio system.[5]

Haoji Mach Edition

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Dongfeng's Aeolus Haohan, a compact SUV, targets young consumers. Unveiling at Shanghai Auto Show with starting price around 100,000 RMB (14,700 USD).[1]. Since 2023, the car has been sold in Belarus under the name Dongfeng Aeolus Huge [2].

References

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  1. ^ "东风乘用车-皓极".
  2. ^ "Dongfeng Aeolus starts presales of hybrid Haoji SUV".
  3. ^ "Dongfeng Aeolus Haoji SUV Launched In China, Priced At 31,800 USD". 9 August 2022.
  4. ^ "配置表-东风风神品牌官方网站".
  5. ^ "Dongfeng's All-New SUV: AEOLUS HAOJI Open Pre-sale in China". 21 June 2022.
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