Luxgen M7 | |
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Overview | |
Manufacturer | Luxgen |
Also called | Luxgen M7 Turbo |
Production | 2009–present |
Assembly | Miaoli, Taiwan |
Body and chassis | |
Body style | Minivan |
Layout | Front Engine, Front Wheel Drive |
Platform | L7 platform |
Related | Luxgen7 SUV |
Powertrain | |
Engine | 2.2 L Turbocharged I-4 |
Transmission | 5 speed Manumatic transmission |
Dimensions | |
Wheelbase | 2,910 mm (114.6 in) |
Length | 4,845 mm (190.7 in) |
Width | 1,876 mm (73.9 in) |
Height | 1,768 mm (69.6 in) |
Curb weight | 1,830–1,875 kg (4,034–4,134 lb) |
Luxgen M7, previously the Luxgen7 MPV is a 7-passenger Taiwanese automobile produced by Luxgen beginning from 2009. The vehicle was developed under Yulon's R&D center, HAITEC. It was officially shown to the public on August 19, 2009, and hit showrooms on 9/19/2009. The car is powered by a 2.2 L I-4 MEFI turbocharged engine developed by tuned by Delphi. The platform is derived from the Renault Espace. The turbocharger is supplied by Garrett and powers the engine up to 175 PS (129 kW; 173 hp) at 5,200 rpm and 28 kg·m (270 N·m; 200 lb·ft) of torque from 2,500 to 4,000 rpm. The 5-speed Manumatic transmission is supplied by Aisin. Pricing starts at NT$798,000 up to NT$1,068,000. ABS, EBD, BAS, and the Think+ Multi-purpose system(slightly different by trim level) are all standard equipment. The targeted competitor is the BYD M6. In 2014, the Luxgen7 MPV received a facelift and name change to Luxgen M7 to fit the new Luxgen naming theme.
The voice controlled LUXGEN Think+ system (co-developed with HTC) combines the on-board Windows CE computer with the Electronic Stability Control system and it provides 3.5G mobile internet connection, GPS navigation, along with travel, shop, and traffic information.
A facelift was done in 2014 with a redesigned front bumper, dark head lamps with DRL, and a new set of LED tail lamps. The name was changed from Luxgen7 MPV to Luxgen M7 turbo Eco hyper, and the engine was also updated with a retuned 2.2- liter I4 turbo one with improved horsepower of 202PS and 30 kg·m (290 N·m; 220 lb·ft) of torque from 2,400 to 4,000 rpm. The fuel efficiency was also improved to 13.57 km/l(EPA) and 11.8 km/l(EU).