Geely Boyue
| Geely Boyue | |
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Geely |
| Also called | Emgrand Boyue Emgrand NL-3 Geely NL-3 Geely Atlas Geely Emgrand X7 Sport Proton X70 |
| Production | 2016–present |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Compact crossover SUV |
| Body style | 5-door SUV |
| Layout | Front-engine, front-wheel-drive Front-engine, four-wheel-drive |
| Related | Volvo XC60 Geely Borui |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 1.8 L 4G18 I4 2.0 L 4G20 I4 |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual 6-speed automatic |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,670 mm (105.1 in) |
| Length | 4,519 mm (177.9 in) |
| Width | 1,831 mm (72.1 in) |
| Height | 1,694 mm (66.7 in) |
| Curb weight | 1,745 kg (3,847 lb) |
The Geely Boyue is a compact crossover SUV produced by Chinese automaker Geely. Originally planned to be launched as part of the Emgrand series during development, the Boyue was launched as an independent product under the Geely brand in 26 March 2016.[1][2] In the South American market, this SUV is offered under the name Geely Emgrand X7 Sport, being integrated into the Geely Emgrand product subdivision.[3] The Boyue was designed by a team led by Peter Horbury, the vehicle’s exterior design combines traditional Chinese cultural elements with modern languages of fashion. Since its launch, the Boyue has received much attention in the Chinese automobile market.
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Geely Boyue front. -
Geely Boyue side. -
Geely Boyue rear.
Proton X70
The Proton X70 is a right hand drive version of the Geely Boyue with minor cosmetic differences.
Pre-launch
On 24 May 2017, PROTON Holdings parent company DRB-HICOM announced plans to sell a 49.9% stake in Proton to Zhejiang Geely Automobile Holdings. Alongside the sale of stake, it was announced that Proton's first SUV would be based of the Geely Boyue. [4][5]
In April 2018, Proton opened up an online poll to the public to vote on the name. Participants could choose between: PX7, X7, X70 and X700 or voice in their own input.[6] Latter that month during initial details were shared.[7]
In June 2018, it was revealed that initial units were going to be fully imported from China with latter models being locally assembled at Proton's plant.[8]
In September 2018, during a closed-door viewing, further details were shared and the name, Proton X70 was unveiled.[9]
In October 2018, again during a closed-door viewing, more details were shared. The highlight of the event was the 'GKUI' headunit.[10]
Post-launch
References
- ^ "Geely Boyue SUV launched on the Chinese car market". Car News China. Retrieved 2017-12-20.
- ^ "This is the Geely Boyue SUV for China". Car News China. Retrieved 2017-12-20.
- ^ Lanzamiento: Geely Emgrand X7 Sport (in spanish). Autoblog - 14-06-2017
- ^ "Geely to acquire 49.9% stake in Proton, 51% in Lotus - definitive agreement to be signed before end of July". Paul Tan's Automotive News. 2017-05-24. Retrieved 2018-09-08.
- ^ "Proton SUV to be based on Geely Boyue". Paul Tan's Automotive News. 2017-05-24. Retrieved 2018-09-08.
- ^ "Vote for your favourite Proton SUV name and win RM100k worth of prizes - X7, PX7, X70 or X700?". Paul Tan's Automotive News. 2018-04-04. Retrieved 2018-09-07.
- ^ "Proton SUV previewed with new details - TGDi engine confirmed; to be based on latest Geely Boyue facelift?". Paul Tan's Automotive News. 2018-04-26. Retrieved 2018-09-08.
- ^ "Proton SUV to be launched by October - China import first, local assembly in 2019, RHD preview in July". Paul Tan's Automotive News. 2018-06-08. Retrieved 2018-09-08.
- ^ "2018 Proton X70 SUV - official details finally released!". Paul Tan's Automotive News. 2018-09-07. Retrieved 2018-09-08.
- ^ "PROTON - CREATING A CONNECTED CAR". www.proton.com. Retrieved 2018-10-11.
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