If you’re in the market for a new Cat A electric vehicle, here’s something fresh to consider: the Dongfeng Box.
Now available at $148,888 with COE, this five-door hatchback, brought to us by newcomer Volt Auto, is Dongfeng’s latest addition to the EV scene.
At 4,030mm long, the Dongfeng Box isn’t exactly what you’d call “large” but thanks to a wheelbase of 2,660mm, it promises a surprisingly spacious interior. Compact on the outside, roomy on the inside.
Available in five playful colour combos, you’ve got options to mix and match with the interiors too. But, the Purple and White interior in these pictures is exclusive to the Aurora Purple version.
Step inside and it feels cute and whimsical. Soft-touch upholstery and quilted accents on the dashboard and door panels lend a premium feel to the cabin.
The driver’s seat even comes ventilated and there’s a well-thought-out design throughout.
One standout feature is clever storage, like a drawer-style compartment for the front passenger, a ‘floating’ centre console, and even large vanity mirrors that don’t feel like an afterthought.
At the heart of the tech setup is a 12.8-inch high-resolution infotainment display with Smart Phone Mirror Link, while a five-inch Interactive Driver Display serves as your digital instrument panel.
For those hauling around their life’s necessities, the 326-litre boot expands to a solid 945 litres when you fold down the rear seats.
Safety isn’t an afterthought either. The Box comes equipped with the works: Adaptive Cruise Control, Front Collision Warning, Lane Departure Warning, and Road Traffic Sign Recognition.
The Dongfeng Box is powered by a modest 94bhp electric motor delivering 160Nm of torque. Nothing too wild, but certainly enough to zip through urban traffic.
Its 42.3kWh lithium-ion battery claims an impressive range of 430km, which should ease that all-too-common “range anxiety.” And when it comes to charging, a 60kW DC charger will juice up the battery from 20% to 80% in just 30 minutes.
According to a Volt Auto spokesperson, the Box is their only Dongfeng model for 2024, but more are expected to follow. In the meantime, the Box is certainly an intriguing starting point for this new player in the EV game.
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