Forthing T5

The Forthing T5 is a compact crossover SUV produced by Forthing or originally Dongfeng Fengxing sub-brand. A larger 7-seater mid-size crossover SUV variant called the Forthing T5L is also offered from the 2019 model year.

Overview

The Forthing T5 was launched as a compact crossover SUV under the Fengxing or Forthing brand of Dongfeng Motor Group for China, it officially debuted as a prototype during the 2018 Beijing Auto Show in April 2018, with the production version complying the National Standard V Emission standard of China available from Q3 2018.

The updated English name of the original Fengxing brand was also launched with the Dongfeng Fengxing T5 which is "Forthing", with the name labeled on the tailgate of the T5.

The Forthing T5's powertrain comes from a 1.6 liter turbo engine producing and of torque. Prices ranges from 84,900 yuan to 135,900 yuan.

2019 facelift (National Standard VI)

A facelift of the Forthing T5 complying with the National Standard VI emission standard of China was revealed at the 2019 Shanghai Auto Show featuring a slightly restyled front fascia which looks like current Renault lineup's design language.

The 2019 facelifted T5 is equipped with a 1.5 liter turbo engine producing and and a 1.6-litre turbo diesel engine producing .

The 1.5 liter turbo version is available with either a 6-speed manual gearbox or a CVT, while the 1.6 liter turbo diesel version is only available with a 7-speed DCT.

Forthing T5L

A pre-production model was revealed during the 2018 Chengdu Auto Show called the Fengxing T7, a seven-seater mid-size crossover that will be positioned above the original Fengxing T5, which is essentially a longer version of the T5, and was later renamed to Forthing T5L for the production version. The model hit the market on 30 March 2019 as the Forthing T5L.

Interior

The Forthing T5L is a 7-seater in 2+3+2 layout, the second and third rows can be folded flat. The trunk volume of the Forthing T5L in the 5-seat state reaches 1600L, and with the second and third rows of seats are all folded up, the trunk capacity can expand to 2370L. The interior features include a push-button starter, hill descent control, electronic handbrake, panoramic sunroof and panoramic imaging.

Powertrain

The Forthing T5L is powered by a 1.6 liter turbo engine, codenamed CE16, which is based on the development of BMW N13 engine. The CE16 engine inherits BMW’s Valvetronic variable valve lift and twin scroll turbocharging technology, producing a maximum power output of and maximum torque of .

Forthing T5 Mach Edition

From 2022, the Forthing T5L was simply sold as the 7-seater variant Forthing T5, dropping the "L" moniker. Later in September 2022, the Forthing T5 received an update called the "Mach Edition". Just like the other Forthing Mach Edition vehicles, the T5 Mach Edition features bright color accents and a restyled front end. The powertrain is the "Mach power" 1.5-liter turbo engine producing a maximum output of 140kW (190hp) and a torque of 300N·m and a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission.

File:Forthing T5 2023 facelift 001.jpg, Forthing T5 Mach Edition
File:Forthing T5 2023 facelift 002.jpg, Forthing T5 Mach Edition (rear)
File:Forthing T5 2023 facelift 004.jpg, Forthing T5 Mach Edition (interior)

Sales

References

External links

Dongfeng Fengxing T5 Official website

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Compact crossover sport utility vehicles
Fengxing T5
Cars introduced in 2018
Front-wheel-drive vehicles
Cars of China
Mid-size crossover sport utility vehicles