Aeolus AX7 II 1.5T (150 Hp)
Aeolus AX7:
The Aeolus AX7, previously the Dongfeng Fengshen AX7 is a compact crossover SUV produced by Dongfeng Motor Corporation under the Aeolus sub-brand since 2014.
Starting from the 2021 model year, the Aeolus AX7 was sold with the Aeolus name badge instead of the Dongfeng logo. The updated model was called the Aeolus AX7 Pro and features restyled front and rear end designs. For the 2022 model year, the model was called the Aeolus AX7 Plus and features a further revised front bumper based on the AX7 Pro design....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II Overview:
Aeolus AX7 (II). With 230 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.6 l/100km). With a weight of 1542 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. The top speed reaches 187 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Adequate and balanced power output (150 hp) for versatile driving.
- • Balanced fuel consumption of 7.7 L/100 km for its class.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
- • Generous trunk capacity of 565 Liters.
- • Turbocharged engine ensures better torque delivery at low RPMs.
- • Direct fuel injection technology for optimized combustion.
Cons:
- • Meets CHINA VI emission standard; check for local urban restriction zones.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II: June, 2019 - September, 2020).
| General: |
| Brand: | Aeolus |
| Model: | AX7 |
| Generation: | II |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.5T (150 Hp) |
| Start of production: | September, 2018 |
| End of production: | September, 2020 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: |
| Power: | 150 Hp @ 5500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 100.2 Hp/l [51mm more] |
| Torque: | 230 Nm @ 1800-4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | DFMA15T More details about the engine DFMA15T |
| Engine displacement: | 1497 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.7 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | China VI |
| Maximum speed: | 187 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.3 kg/Hp, 97.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.7 kg/Nm, 149.2 Nm/tonne |
| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1542 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1572 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 565 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 61 l |
| Size: |
| Length: | 4696 mm mm [51mm more] |
| Width: | 1850 mm mm [30mm less] |
| Height: | 1712 mm mm [22mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2712 mm mm [3mm less] |
| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 5 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Disc |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Electric Steering |
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| Tires size | 225/65 R17; 225/60 R18 |
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| Wheel rims size | 17; 18 |
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| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
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| Rear suspension | Double wishbone |
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