Dongfeng 007 EV launched in Malaysia - 650 km CLTC range, RM 169,888

KUALA LUMPUR: Alongside the Vigo SUV, Dongfeng Malaysia also introduced the all-electric 007 sedan in the Malaysian market. Representing the brand’s vision for modern electric sedans, the Dongfeng 007 combines speed, style and intelligence, offering a confident and dynamic driving experience for city-focused lifestyles.

Let’s dive deeper to know more about this BYD Seal rival in town.

Dongfeng 007: Key highlights 

Price

The Dongfeng 007 is offered in two variants - Premium and Prime, priced as follows -

Variant	Price
Dongfeng 007 Premium	RM 169,888
Dongfeng 007 Prime	RM 195,888

As part of the launch, Dongfeng Malaysia is offering a special discount of RM 8,888, bringing prices down to RM 161,000 and RM 187,000, respectively. Included in the price is an extended ownership package, including a free ABB wall box, a six-year vehicle warranty with unlimited mileage, and an eight-year powertrain warranty with unlimited mileage.

Dimensions 

The Dongfeng 007 is a mid-size electric sedan that measures 4,880 mm in length, 1,895 mm in width, and 1,465 mm in height and has a wheelbase of 2,915 mm. The sedan offers a pretty practical boot space of 452 litres.

Exterior

With a sleek liftback silhouette, the Dongfeng 007 boasts a futuristic design and an aerodynamic shape with flush pop-out door handles, a lifting electric spoiler, and frameless windows, adding to both efficiency and style. Key highlights include - split-type LED headlights with daytime running lights and sequential indicators, full-width LED tail lights, powered tailgate and 19-inch multi-spoke wheels (18-inch for the Premium).

Drivetrain, range and charging 

Available in RWD and AWD powertrain choices, the EV promises strong acceleration, long driving range, and fast-charging capability. Here are the detailed specifications - 

Specs	Premium	Prime
Motor	Single RWD setup	Dual-motor all-wheel drive setup
Max power	268 hp	544 hp
Max torque	310 Nm	620 Nm
0-100 kmph acceleration	5.8 seconds	3.9 seconds
Battery	73.48 kWh	73.48 kWh
Range (CLTC)	650 km	565 km
Charging	30 to 80% in 16 minutes using 200 kW DC charging	30 to 80% in 16 minutes using 200 kW DC charging

Interior 

The Dongfeng 007 features a minimalist cabin layout with a two-spoke steering wheel and a Tall centre console. It is loaded with tons of premium amenities, including  

• 15.6-inch infotainment unit supporting wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto connectivity 
• 8.8-inch digital instrument cluster
• Qi wireless charging pad
• Faux leather upholstery
• Power-adjustable front seats with a ventilation function
• Panoramic glass roof
• Single-zone automatic climate control
• Vehicle-to-load (V2L) function
• WANOS Premium 19-speaker surround system with headrest audio

Safety

The electric sedan comes equipped with the Level 2 ADAS package, comprising Autonomous Emergency Braking, Adaptive Cruise Control with stop & go, Lane Keeping Assist, Blind Spot Monitoring, Rear Cross Traffic Alert with auto braking, Rear Collision Warning, Door Opening Warning and Driver Monitoring System (Prime variant only).

Overall, the Dongfeng 007 reflects a new era of electric mobility, catering to urban drivers who value both power and design. 

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