More from the sifted pile of Beijing pix. The name sounds like a play on the name of the son of the Greek god Helios, which of course adorns a certain German luxury sedan. But Changan’s Raeton 1.8T is very much its own car, and is very much a move into the upmarket side of things for the Chinese automaker, by the looks of it.
The 4.90 metre-long vehicle – the biggest model to bear the Changan name – is equipped with a 1.8 litre turbocharged engine, with output figures being 174 hp at 5,000 to 5,500 rpm and 240 Nm from 1,850 to 4,800 rpm.
The mill is mated to a six-speed auto box, and performance specs include a 210 km/h top speed and an 8.4 litre per 100 km fuel consumption. Other numbers include a 2,810 mm long wheelbase, and the car comes with ESP, with ABS, EBD and EBA in the list. No photos of the mid-sized offering’s interior, sorry about that – it was one of those many ‘snap and run’ moments.
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Comments generally focus on the design resemblance of the Changan Raeton to other models like Camry and Lexus, with many criticizing it as a copy or rip-off. There is appreciation for the engine power and design, but concerns about build quality and reliability persist. Some comments highlight Chinese automakers’ tendency to imitate popular models, while others debate the advantages of the new engine specs over Toyota’s offerings. A few comments discuss the broader context of Chinese car production and its impact on global markets, expressing mixed optimism and skepticism. Overall, sentiments are a mix of intrigue and criticism, with many comparing the Raeton to established brands and questioning its originality, quality, and technology.