The Exeed TX (codeproject M31T) is a mid-size CUV produced by Exeed a subsidiary of the Chery brand.[1]
| Exeed TX | |
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Exeed (Chery) |
| Also called | Chery Exeed TX (pre-production) Exeed Lingyun Xtrim TXL (Iran) |
| Production | 2019–present |
| Assembly | China: Wuhu, Anhui |
| Designer | Alan Derosier Weifeng Song |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Mid-size crossover SUV |
| Body style | 5-door SUV |
| Layout | Front engine, front-wheel drive Front engine, all-wheel drive |
| Platform | M3X |
| Related | Exeed VX |
| Powertrain | |
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| Transmission | 7-speed DCT |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,697 mm (106.2 in) (TX) 2,800 mm (110.2 in) (TXL) |
| Length | 4,664 mm (183.6 in) (TX) 4,775 mm (188.0 in) (TXL) |
| Width | 1,872 mm (73.7 in) |
| Height | 1,685 mm (66.3 in) |
History
editThe vehicle debuted at International Motor Show Germany in September 2017 in Frankfurt in pre-production form.[2] The vehicle is based on the M3X platform developed by Chery with Magna International.
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At the 2019 Shanghai International Auto Show, Chery showed off the production version of the TX under the new Exeed brand. Unlike the vehicle shown in Frankfurt, this version features no Chery branding whatsoever, instead featuring a larger grill and the Exeed name written out. Alongside the standard TX, Exeed also showed off the TXL which is a 7-passenger 3-row version of the standard TX. Other than the length and wheelbase, nothing else has fundamentally changed between it and the standard TX. Production start on 24 January 2019.[3]
The Exeed TX and TXL is both powered by a 1.6-litre turbocharged engine meeting the China VI (CN-6) emission standards. The Exeed TX is available in three models equipped with a 1.6 litre turbocharged direct injection engine producing 145 kW (194 hp; 197 PS) and peak torque of 290 N⋅m (214 lb⋅ft; 30 kg⋅m), mated to a 7-speed dual-clutch gearbox. Additionally, the top of the trim TX Platinum version is equipped with a all-wheel drive system. The fuel consumption is 6.8 L/100 km (42 mpg‑imp; 35 mpg‑US) for front-wheel drive and 7.4 L/100 km (38 mpg‑imp; 32 mpg‑US) for all-wheel drive, claimed by officials.[4]
2021 facelift
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The Exeed TXL received a facelift for the 2021 model year. In comparison with the model it replaces, the restyled TXL gained a redesigned bumper with a grid formed by horizontal bars in body color. Additionally, restyled LED daytime running lights are positioned vertically and the redesigned air intake is positioned the bottom. The rear end received refurbished deflectors, reworked fenders and minor changes to the inside of the tail lamps. The interior changes include redesigned IP with digital screens both in the instrument panel and in the multimedia center console integrated forming a single unit.
Mechanically, the Exeed TXL facelift still uses the same powertrain as the pre-facelift model. Powering the crossover is a 1.6-litre direct-injection petrol engine, producing 194 hp (145 kW; 197 PS) of power and 29.6 kg⋅m (290 N⋅m; 214 lb⋅ft) of torque. The gearbox is an automated seven-speed dual-clutch transmission.[5] A 2.0-litre direct-injection petrol engine producing 257 hp (192 kW; 261 PS) of power and 40.8 kg⋅m (400 N⋅m; 295 lb⋅ft) of torque was later added to the product line.[6]
As of early August 2021 the Exeed TXL was announced with an additional Chinese name called the Lingyun (凌云).[7]
Cancelled American version
editUnder the name Vantas TX/TXL, the Exeed TX was planned to be the first Chery vehicle sold in North America starting in 2021 for the 2022 model year. Production was to take place in knock-down kit form in the United States at a not-yet-determined location. About 50% of the content would be made in China; the rest would come from North American suppliers. Chery planned a full assembly plant in the US for Vantas vehicles when sales increases. In April 2021, it was announced that the first model would begin production in 2022.[8]
HAAH Automobile Holdings would act as Chery’s US distributor for the Vantas brand, specific to North America. However, the Chery brand cannot be used in the United States or Canada as General Motors citing that the Chery brand is too close to Chevrolet and its longtime Chevy nickname.[citation needed]
In July 2021, HAAH filed for bankruptcy and plans to sell the Vantas brand in North America were scrapped.[9]
References
edit- ^ "China's Chery Launches In Europe With Exeed Brand, Hybrid SUV". Motor1.com. Archived from the original on 18 October 2019. Retrieved 18 October 2019.
- ^ "Spy Shots: The Chery Exeed TX Is Almost Ready For The Chinese Car Market". Car News China. 30 January 2018. Archived from the original on 30 January 2018. Retrieved 31 January 2018.
- ^ "Chery EXEED TX SUV rolls off production line, to go on sale at the end of March". 24 January 2019. Retrieved 11 April 2021.
- ^ "Chery EXEED TX Is Amost Ready in China Market, Price Starts At ~USD19,200". chinapev.com. 29 March 2019. Archived from the original on 24 March 2019.
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- ^ "售15.79万起 星途凌云400T正式上市". autohome (in Chinese). 27 August 2021. Retrieved 28 November 2021.
- ^ "预售15.90-17.99万元 星途凌云官图发布". autohome (in Chinese). 2 August 2021. Retrieved 28 November 2021.
- ^ "Vantas Launch Pushed Back To Late 2022, First Models To Be Built In China". Carscoops. 21 April 2021. Retrieved 20 July 2021.
- ^ "HAAH Automotive Goes Bust, Abandons Plans To Import Chinese Cars To America". Carscoops. 20 July 2021. Retrieved 20 July 2021.