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The '''Great Wall Haval H3''' ({{zh|c=长城哈弗|p=Chángchéng Hāfú}}), also known as the '''Great Wall Hover''', is a [[Crossover Utility Vehicle|Crossover Utility Vehicle (CUV)]] sold by the [[Great Wall Motor|Great Wall Motor Company]] in several countries. It was the first Chinese car to be exported in large quantities to [[Western Europe]] in 2006, with 30,000 units shipped to [[Italy]]. One of the main advantages against established European, [[North America|American]] and other [[Asia]]n rivals is the low cost of the Haval H3 compared to these. A six-speed automatic concept version called the Great Wall Hover H7 was made and can reach speeds up to 225&nbsp;km/h or 140&nbsp;mph.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://carscoop.blogspot.com/2009/04/shanghai-show-great-wall-hover-h7.html |title=Shanghai Show: Great Wall Hover H7 Concept – Carscoop |publisher=Carscoop.blogspot.com |date=2009-04-20 |accessdate=2009-09-30}}</ref>
The '''Great Wall Haval H3''' ({{zh|c=长城哈弗|p=Chángchéng Hāfú}}), also known as the '''Great Wall Hover''', is a [[Sports Utility Vehicle|Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV)]] sold by the [[Great Wall Motor|Great Wall Motor Company]] in several countries. It was the first Chinese car to be exported in large quantities to [[Western Europe]] in 2006, with 30,000 units shipped to [[Italy]]. Its main advantage over established European, North American and Asian rivals is its low comparative cost. A six-speed automatic concept version called the Great Wall Hover H7 was made and can reach speeds up to 225&nbsp;km/h or 140&nbsp;mph.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://carscoop.blogspot.com/2009/04/shanghai-show-great-wall-hover-h7.html |title=Shanghai Show: Great Wall Hover H7 Concept – Carscoop |publisher=Carscoop.blogspot.com |date=2009-04-20 |accessdate=2009-09-30}}</ref>


In Australia, the Haval H3 is badged as the '''Great Wall X240'''.<ref>{{cite web | last = Pettendy | first = Marton | date = 2009-10-15 | url = http://www.goauto.com.au/mellor/mellor.nsf/story2/CED898A5CA99D3DFCA2576500000814D | title = Great Wall X240 ready to roll | work = GoAuto | publisher = John Mellor | accessdate = 2009-10-15}}</ref>
In Australia, the Haval H3 is badged as the '''Great Wall X240'''.<ref>{{cite web | last = Pettendy | first = Marton | date = 2009-10-15 | url = http://www.goauto.com.au/mellor/mellor.nsf/story2/CED898A5CA99D3DFCA2576500000814D | title = Great Wall X240 ready to roll | work = GoAuto | publisher = John Mellor | accessdate = 2009-10-15}}</ref>


==Design and engineering==
==Design and engineering==
One of the reasons for the comparatively low retail price of the Great Wall Haval H3 is that it is based heavily on older models by other manufactures. The entry-level motor is supplied by [[Mitsubishi]]{{fact|date=April 2010}}, the exterior resembles the [[Isuzu Axiom]] and the chassis is from a [[Toyota 4Runner]]. The Haval H3 has [[wheelbase]] of {{convert|2700|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} and {{convert|1520|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} wheel track. As the Haval H3 is a [[Crossover Utility Vehicle]], it features [[4WD|4-wheel drive (4WD)]], however it can be switched to standard [[2WD|2-wheel drive]].
One of the reasons for the comparatively low retail price of the Great Wall Haval H3 is that it is based heavily on older models by other manufacturers. The entry-level engine is the 4G64 2.4 litre gasoline inline-four supplied by [[Mitsubishi]]<ref> {{cite web | url = http://www.themotorreport.com.au/40419/great-wall-motors-preparing-to-launch-x240-suv-in-australia | title = Great Wall Motors X240 SUV Approved For Sale In Australia | accessdate = 2011-01-02 | date = 2009-10-21 | work = The Motor Report}}</ref>, the exterior resembles the [[Isuzu Axiom]] and the chassis is from a [[Toyota 4Runner]]. The Haval H3 has [[wheelbase]] of {{convert|2700|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} and {{convert|1520|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} wheel track. The Haval H3 is a [[Sports Utility Vehicle]], with selectable rear wheel drive or [[4WD|4-wheel drive (4WD)]].


==Engines and transmission==
==Engines and transmission==
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The gasoline Great Wall Haval H3 uses a [[Mitsubishi]] [[Mitsubishi Sirius engine|4G69 engine]],<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.auto-chinese.com/great-wall/great-wall-motor-hover-suv-review-test-drive/|title=Hover SUV Engine and Integrated Review and Test}}</ref> a Sirius series straight-4 automobile engine. The 4G64 engine and was introduced in 1988 in the [[Mitsubishi Galant]] and has been used in several other car manufactures. The 4G64 engine produces 128 [[Horsepower#Brake horsepower|hp]]. The diesel version uses a motor built by Great Wall themselves, the [[GW2.8TC]]. Both versions have a [[gear|5-gear]] [[manual transmission]]. Those models had the name Hover H3 and H5. For the Chinese market [[Great Wall Motors]] also offer 2.5 and 2.8 TCI diesel engines with 107 and 114&nbsp;hp. These engines both use a modern common rail system from [[Robert Bosch GmbH|Bosch]].
The gasoline-fuelled Great Wall Haval H3 uses the [[Mitsubishi]] [[Mitsubishi Sirius engine|4G69]]<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.auto-chinese.com/great-wall/great-wall-motor-hover-suv-review-test-drive/|title=Hover SUV Engine and Integrated Review and Test}}</ref> Sirius series straight-4 automobile engine. The 4G64 engine was introduced in 1988 in the [[Mitsubishi Galant]] and has been used in several other car manufactures. The 4G64 engine produces 128 [[Horsepower#Brake horsepower|hp]]. The diesel version uses a motor built by Great Wall themselves, the [[GW2.8TC]]. Both versions have a [[gear|5-gear]] [[manual transmission]]. Those models had the name Hover H3 and H5. For the Chinese market [[Great Wall Motors]] also offer 2.5 and 2.8 TCI diesel engines with 107 and 114&nbsp;hp. These engines both use a modern common rail system from [[Robert Bosch GmbH|Bosch]].


==Environmental and safety test==
==Environmental and safety test==
One of the main problems Chinese cars face are the European safety and environmental regulations that need to be met. The Great Wall Haval H3 complies with the [[European emission standards|Euro-III emissions standard]]<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.gwm.cn/eng/html/news/060902mt.htm|title=Great Wall Motor Company Limited|publisher=www.gwm.cn|accessdate=2008-04-03| archiveurl = http://web.archive.org/web/20080312061320/http://www.gwm.cn/eng/html/news/060902mt.htm| archivedate = March 12, 2008}}</ref> and was awarded 3 stars after the [[C-NCAP]] crash test.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.c-ncap.org/content/pzjg/suv/hafu.htm|title=中国新车评价规程（C-NCAP）官方网站|publisher=www.c-ncap.org|accessdate=2008-04-03}}</ref> The Great Wall Haval H3 has not been tested by EURO NCAP yet. With new engines which [[Great Wall Motors]] installed in the Haval H3, all models now comply with Euro 4 regulations. Also in [[Italy]], a version of the Hover called the '''EcoDual''' is sold to run [[alternative propulsion|alternatives fuels]], being equipped with LPG or CNG capabilities.
One of the main problems facing exported Chinese cars was European safety and environmental regulations. The Great Wall Haval H3 complies with the [[European emission standards|Euro-III emissions standard]]<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.gwm.cn/eng/html/news/060902mt.htm|title=Great Wall Motor Company Limited|publisher=www.gwm.cn|accessdate=2008-04-03| archiveurl = http://web.archive.org/web/20080312061320/http://www.gwm.cn/eng/html/news/060902mt.htm| archivedate = March 12, 2008}}</ref>. It was awarded 3 stars from [[C-NCAP]] crash testing.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.c-ncap.org/content/pzjg/suv/hafu.htm|title=中国新车评价规程（C-NCAP）官方网站|publisher=www.c-ncap.org|accessdate=2008-04-03}}</ref> In [[Australasian New Car Assessment Program|ANCAP]] crash testing undertaken on 24 Mar 2010, the post-2009 model Haval 3 received a Four Star rating.<ref> {{cite web | url = http://www.mynrma.com.au/cps/rde/xchg/mynrma/hs.xsl/ancap-great-wall-motors-x240-2009.htm | title = ANCAP Crash Test - Great Wall Motors X240 2009 on | accessdate = 2011-01-02 | date = 2009-10-21 | work = NRMA website | publisher = National Roads and Motorists' Association Limited}}</ref> The Great Wall Haval H3 has not yet been tested by EURO NCAP. With new engines which [[Great Wall Motors]] installed in the Haval H3, all models now comply with Euro 4 regulations. In Italy, a version of the Hover called the '''EcoDual''' is sold equipped to run [[alternative propulsion|alternatives fuels]], being equipped with LPG or CNG capabilities.


==Limousine version==
==Limousine version==

Revision as of 08:44, 2 January 2011

Great Wall Haval H3
Overview
ManufacturerGreat Wall Motor Company
Also calledGreat Wall Hover
Great Wall Hover CUV
Great Wall Hover H3
Great Wall Hafu
Great Wall X240 (Australia)
Production2006—present
Body and chassis
ClassCrossover Utility Vehicle
Body styleSUV
Powertrain
Engine2.4 L Mitsubishi 4G64 engine (Petrol)
2.8 L Great Wall Motor GW2.8TC (Diesel)
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,700 mm (106.3 in)
Length4,620 mm (181.9 in)
Width1,800 mm (70.9 in)
Height1,710 mm (67.3 in)
Curb weight1,720 kg (3,792.0 lb)
Rear view.

The Great Wall Haval H3 (Chinese: 长城哈弗; pinyin: Chángchéng Hāfú), also known as the Great Wall Hover, is a Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV) sold by the Great Wall Motor Company in several countries. It was the first Chinese car to be exported in large quantities to Western Europe in 2006, with 30,000 units shipped to Italy. Its main advantage over established European, North American and Asian rivals is its low comparative cost. A six-speed automatic concept version called the Great Wall Hover H7 was made and can reach speeds up to 225 km/h or 140 mph.[1]

In Australia, the Haval H3 is badged as the Great Wall X240.[2]

Design and engineering

One of the reasons for the comparatively low retail price of the Great Wall Haval H3 is that it is based heavily on older models by other manufacturers. The entry-level engine is the 4G64 2.4 litre gasoline inline-four supplied by Mitsubishi[3], the exterior resembles the Isuzu Axiom and the chassis is from a Toyota 4Runner. The Haval H3 has wheelbase of 2,700 mm (106.3 in) and 1,520 mm (59.8 in) wheel track. The Haval H3 is a Sports Utility Vehicle, with selectable rear wheel drive or 4-wheel drive (4WD).

Engines and transmission

Main article: Mitsubishi Sirius engine
Main article: GW2.8TC

The gasoline-fuelled Great Wall Haval H3 uses the Mitsubishi 4G69[4] Sirius series straight-4 automobile engine. The 4G64 engine was introduced in 1988 in the Mitsubishi Galant and has been used in several other car manufactures. The 4G64 engine produces 128 hp. The diesel version uses a motor built by Great Wall themselves, the GW2.8TC. Both versions have a 5-gear manual transmission. Those models had the name Hover H3 and H5. For the Chinese market Great Wall Motors also offer 2.5 and 2.8 TCI diesel engines with 107 and 114 hp. These engines both use a modern common rail system from Bosch.

Environmental and safety test

One of the main problems facing exported Chinese cars was European safety and environmental regulations. The Great Wall Haval H3 complies with the Euro-III emissions standard[5]. It was awarded 3 stars from C-NCAP crash testing.[6] In ANCAP crash testing undertaken on 24 Mar 2010, the post-2009 model Haval 3 received a Four Star rating.[7] The Great Wall Haval H3 has not yet been tested by EURO NCAP. With new engines which Great Wall Motors installed in the Haval H3, all models now comply with Euro 4 regulations. In Italy, a version of the Hover called the EcoDual is sold equipped to run alternatives fuels, being equipped with LPG or CNG capabilities.

Limousine version

Great Wall Hover Pi
Great Wall Hover Pi in Vinnytsya.
Overview
Also calledGreat Wall Hover π
Body and chassis
Classlimousine CUV
Powertrain
Engine2.4l Mitsubishi 4G64 engine (Petrol)
Dimensions
Wheelbase4,800 mm (189.0 in)
Length6,720 mm (264.6 in)

Great Wall Motor also produces a more luxurious, limousine version of the Hover, called the Great Wall Hover Pi[8][9] (Chinese: 长城哈弗派). Its name is also sometimes spelt Hover•π. The first Hover Pi was given as a gift to Fidel Castro.[10] The vehicle has so far been the best selling vehicle of its kind (most others originating outside China being stretched by third-party conversion outfits), being exported to Japan, South Korea, France, Italy, Russia, South Africa, and other overseas markets. In 2008, the Hover Pi's length was extended from 6.7 meters to 6.9 meters.[11]

References

  1. ^ "Shanghai Show: Great Wall Hover H7 Concept – Carscoop". Carscoop.blogspot.com. 2009-04-20. Retrieved 2009-09-30.
  2. ^ Pettendy, Marton (2009-10-15). "Great Wall X240 ready to roll". GoAuto. John Mellor. Retrieved 2009-10-15.
  3. ^ "Great Wall Motors X240 SUV Approved For Sale In Australia". The Motor Report. 2009-10-21. Retrieved 2011-01-02.
  4. ^ "Hover SUV Engine and Integrated Review and Test".
  5. ^ "Great Wall Motor Company Limited". www.gwm.cn. Archived from the original on March 12, 2008. Retrieved 2008-04-03.
  6. ^ "中国新车评价规程（C-NCAP）官方网站". www.c-ncap.org. Retrieved 2008-04-03.
  7. ^ "ANCAP Crash Test - Great Wall Motors X240 2009 on". NRMA website. National Roads and Motorists' Association Limited. 2009-10-21. Retrieved 2011-01-02.
  8. ^ "Great Wall Hover π Descriere". www.gwm.com.ro. Retrieved 2008-05-16. [dead link]Template:Ro icon
  9. ^ "Great Wall Hover•π". www.gwm.com.cn. Archived from the original on 2008-04-20. Retrieved 2008-05-16.Template:En icon
  10. ^ "Great Wall Wingle". Indiacar.net. Retrieved 2009-09-30.
  11. ^ "Hover Pi drives Great Wall Motor to limo segment – China automotive news". Autonews.gasgoo.com. 2008-08-15. Retrieved 2009-09-30.
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