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HuangHai Landscape F1 2.4i 4WD (126 Hp)
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HuangHai Landscape:
The Huanghai Landscape F1 or Huanghai Qisheng F1 is a mid-size SUV produced and sold by SG Automotive under the Huanghai Auto marque.
The Huanghai Landscape F1 was originally revealed in 2008 as the Huanghai Landscape CUV or Huanghai Qisheng CUV, featuring an exterior body design resembling the first generation Kia Sorento with a front fascia resembling the second generation Hyundai Santa Fe.
A version named Huanghai Landscape F1 replaced the Huanghai Qisheng CUV later, with the full exterior design resembling the first generation Kia Sorento, and grille inserts that resembles the Mercedes-Benz M-Class. The price of the Huanghai Landscape F1 ranges from 82,800 yuan to 99,800 yuan....(Read more on Wikipedia)
F1 Overview:
HuangHai Landscape (F1). With 190 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1750 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 15 s). The top speed reaches 160 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The HuangHai Landscape F1 generation was not tested by Euro NCAP, making its safety performance unknown. Consumers should exercise caution regarding crash safety standards.
2.4i 4WD (126 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 2.4i engine provides adequate power for daily driving but feels underpowered for a vehicle of this size, resulting in sluggish 0-100 km/h acceleration (15 seconds).
Fuel Economy
Fuel consumption at 12 l/100 km is high for a 126 Hp engine, making it an expensive choice for regular use, especially with 4WD.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Potentially affordable purchase price
- • Spacious interior and cargo capacity
- • Available 4WD option for light off-roading
- • Robust, SUV-like appearance
Cons:
- • High fuel consumption for its class
- • Modest and sluggish performance
- • Unknown safety ratings (not Euro NCAP tested)
- • Questionable long-term reliability and parts availability
- • Dated interior and technology
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | HuangHai |
| Model: | Landscape |
| Generation: | F1 |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.4i 4WD (126 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2007 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4/5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 126 Hp @ 5250 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 53.6 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 190 Nm @ 2500 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 2351 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Compression ratio: | 9.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 12 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 3 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 15 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 15 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 160 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 13.9 kg/Hp, 72 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9.2 kg/Nm, 108.6 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 14.3 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1750 |
| Max. weight: | 2510 |
| Max load: | 760 |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4620 mm mm |
| Width: | 1850 mm mm |
| Height: | 1830 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2730 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1530 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1542 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 235/65 R17 |
| Front suspension | Independent torsion bar, double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | dependent spring suspension |
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