DFSK Glory 580 launched in Indonesia, RM69k-RM86k

DFSK Glory 580 launched in Indonesia, RM69k-RM86k

Another Chinese carmaker makes an assault on the Southeast Asia market, and this time it’s Dongfeng. Under the Dongfeng Sokon (DFSK) brand, the company has introduced the Glory 580, a seven-seater SUV that looks to take on the ultra-successful Honda BR-V.

Previewed at the Indonesia International Motor Show (IIMS) in April, the new model is priced between 245.9 million (RM68,800) and 308 million rupiah (RM86,200). That makes it slightly more expensive than the BR-V as well as the Toyota Rush and Daihatsu Terios twins, all of which top out between RM70,000 and RM80,000. It is locally assembled (CKD) in Serang with plans for export, AutonetMagz reported.

For that, you get an inoffensively styled vehicle with hints of the Honda HR-V at the front and the Audi Q5 at the rear (especially the wraparound tailgate with integrated tail lights), as well as a clean, sober interior that is reminiscent of many Volkswagen’s products. It’s a unibody SUV with MacPherson strut front suspension and a torsion beam rear setup, making it a closer competitor to the BR-V than the Rush or Terios.

DFSK Glory 580 launched in Indonesia, RM69k-RM86k

Power comes from either a 1.8 litre naturally-aspirated petrol engine making 139 PS and 187 Nm of torque, or a 1.5 litre turbo mill producing 150 PS and 220 Nm. There’s a standard six-speed manual transmission and a CVT option for both, and drive is sent exclusively to the front wheels.

Standard kit includes LED daytime running lights, LED tail lights, front and rear fog lights, 17-inch alloy wheels, a flat-bottomed multifunction steering wheel, leather upholstery, single-zone automatic climate control with a rear blower, an electronic parking brake, a navigation system with an eight-inch touchscreen, six speakers, a reverse camera, a video recorder (i.e. dash cam) and, curiously, a sunroof.

The 1.5 turbo models add two-tone alloys, a black-and-brown two-tone interior, keyless entry, push-button start, six-way driver’s seat adjustment (still manual, mind), an auto up/down function for all windows with anti-pinch, heated door mirrors, a larger 10-inch touchscreen and third-row curtains. The CVT version also receives cruise control.

Safety-wise, all models get dual airbags, ABS with EBD and brake assist, stability control, front seat belt reminders and ISOFIX second-row child seat anchors. The turbo models gain front side airbags (making it four airbags in total) as well as a tyre pressure monitoring system.

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Jonathan Lee

After trying to pursue a career in product design, Jonathan Lee decided to make the sideways jump into the world of car journalism instead. He therefore appreciates the aesthetic appeal of a car, but for him, the driving experience is still second to none.

 

Comments

  • jinggo on Jul 24, 2018 at 3:20 pm

    Proton Bayue, why so late? ada bos china men pun malas lagi?

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    • Lek la sap kok lu on Jul 24, 2018 at 3:28 pm

      jomm teh tarikk

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      • Raja Celup on Jul 24, 2018 at 5:29 pm

        It’s 7-seater SUV definitely much better and cheaper than 5-seater Proton Boyue.

        Mengaku kalah jer lar Proton. No need to export it to Indonesia later. Keep it for Bangladesh CKD unit.

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        • So what? 5seater CRV still outsells ur 7seater Fortuner. The only reason cuz pipu knows ur Fortuner is junk and brings misfortuner.

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    • Lolz! Even its highest spec at same same price like Boyue dun have the many many features of Boyue. This one is cheapo car for cheap market, Boyue fights in the upper range.

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      • Raja Celup on Jul 24, 2018 at 5:34 pm

        Lolz…still arrogant and delusional as ever.

        To prove your crap either:
        – lower Honda CRV price to RM100K or
        – price Boyue at RM130K similar to CRV price

        Lets see which one buyers will choose…ha ha ha!!

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        • Dah crazy alredi kah? Ur the one that keep demanding for cheaper cars. So isnt that opposite of ur logic if u demand P1 to INCREASE Boyue price from 80+k to 130k?

          What u say above and ur logic tarak ngam wei!

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  • ongca on Jul 24, 2018 at 4:03 pm

    Wsh, Glory 580 spec. so good, yet affordable, 1.8 L. or 1.5 turbo . very good. Price RM 69 K to 86K Love it. Indo can, Y M’sia tak BOLEH ???? bukan Msia Boleh ?? Proton Boyue, not cheap .

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    • Bayam on Jul 24, 2018 at 4:21 pm

      1.8l NA and 1.5 Turbo licensed from Honda.

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    • DriveNewWays on Jul 24, 2018 at 4:32 pm

      Lol see the specs la bro… way way less than Boyue… of coz la this one cheaper…aduh…

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    • Can this poorly specced car compare with this? And wheres the 4WD option? https://paultan.org/2018/04/26/proton-suv-previewed-with-new-details-tgdi-engine/

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    • kzm (Member) on Jul 24, 2018 at 9:06 pm

      P1 Boyue already on sale in bolehland?

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  • Rizal on Jul 24, 2018 at 7:38 pm

    I don’t think it will comes to Malaysia. DRB Honda will sure against it as it will kills their CRV sales.

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  • Holofanboi on Jul 25, 2018 at 12:19 am

    ‘Inoffensively priced’ LOL

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  • ramsadhom on Jul 25, 2018 at 8:24 pm

    haha.. dong Feng?? Wey buka mata sket, tengok lah Keta China , kat jalan di Malaysia , brapa lama boleh pakai… 3 thn ? 5 thn ? resale value…??? boleh buat loan ka lepas 5 thn.. agak agak la bro , nak kata kat proton pun, …hahha ,

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  • ramsadhom on Jul 25, 2018 at 8:27 pm

    sembang mau tau pasai kereta , pi tanya bank, dong Feng , apa kereta China, boleh tahan berapa lama, loan boleh pi ADA RESALE VALUE KA ?.

    apa punya tur

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