Dongfeng Motors is introducing Mengshi (warrior in Chinese language) as a brand new standalone model, with two off-road-focused EV ideas and a objective to enter manufacturing in 2023. A few of you might need heard the title earlier than, because of the Warrior M50, the Chinese language reverse-engineered Hummer based mostly on the Mengshi EQ2050 navy truck.

In line with the official presentation, the M emblem stands for Navy, Man, Marvelous, Mission, and Mengshi. If this cheesy rationalization is just not sufficient, the official presentation included a graphic reinterpretation of the GMC Hummer EV, as if it wasn’t clear sufficient which automobile is the inspiration behind Mengshi.

Additionally Learn: GM Could Attempt To Conquer The European Market With Cadillac EVs And GMC Hummer

The rugged-looking ideas are known as M-Terrain and M-Terrain Sport, with the previous being a big five-door SUV, and the latter a two-door pickup. Each of them function Hummer-style proportions with off-road bumpers, angular surfacing, pronounced fenders, bespoke roof racks, and fashionable LED lighting items.

The inside contains a digital instrument cluster, a large-diameter infotainment touchscreen, one other display built-in on the steering wheel, storage compartments on the utilitarian dashboard, and futuristic seats with orange upholstery.

The ideas are based mostly on a brand new skateboard platform known as MORA, which is suitable with totally electrical (BEV) and range-extender (EREV) powertrains. The mixed output of the “Mega Energy” quad electrical motors shall be over 1,000 hp (735 kW / 1,014 PS) and 16,000 Nm (11,801 lb-ft) of torque, permitting a 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) in 4.2 seconds, all the time in accordance with the corporate. Mengshi didn’t reveal the specs of the floor-mounted battery, however leaked paperwork counsel it’ll have a capability of 140 kWh, providing a 500 km (311 miles) vary within the totally electrical spinoff.

Energy shall be transmitted to all 4 wheels via the M-ATS system comprising a two-speed gearbox and three digital differential locks. Different highlights of the brand new structure embody steer-by-wire tech, rear-wheel steering, crab-walk functionality, 9 driving modes, and naturally an adaptable air suspension. The automobiles shall be able to Stage 3 autonomous driving. Lastly, the “Oriental Eagle Eye clever UAV system” is designed to search out the absolute best route forward, with the assistance of a drone.

Regardless of the sci-fi styling of the ideas that appear to be they got here out of the Halo online game franchise, the Mengshi M-Terrain is near manufacturing standing, with the model focusing on a 2023 market launch in China. It’s not clear if the mannequin shall be exported, however the English phrases used within the presentation might spotlight potential availability to markets exterior China.

H/T to Automobile Information China