Does the Dongfeng Fengxing S50EV have a serious range deficiency?
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Fengxing S50EV has been upgraded with a more powerful ternary lithium battery, achieving a total range of 415KM. The extended information about Fengxing S50EV is as follows: 1. Powertrain: The Fengxing S50EV is actually an oil-to-electric conversion model, based on the fuel version of the Jingyi S50. It adopts a front-mounted single motor drive, with a maximum horsepower of 163 and a maximum torque of 280 Nm, which does not offer significant advantages compared to other electric vehicles in the same class. Additionally, oil-to-electric conversion models cannot fully utilize space for battery layout, resulting in a range of only 415KM when competitors in the same class achieve 500KM. 2. Exterior Design: To highlight its electric vehicle identity, the Fengxing S50EV adds blue decorations to the wheels, front bumper, and grille. These blue decorations appear quite vivid and do not harmonize with the body style, even giving off a strong 'aftermarket accessory' vibe.
I've driven the Dongfeng Fengxing S50 EV for a while, and I feel its range isn't too bad, but it's not perfect either. The official claimed range is around 400 km, but in reality, it decreases significantly. For city commuting, it can still manage about 350 km, but if you drive on the highway or use the air conditioning, it drops below 300 km. My daily commute is 20 km one way, so charging once a week is quite convenient. However, when taking the kids out to the suburbs on weekends, I have to plan charging stations in advance. The car uses a ternary lithium battery, which is relatively reliable technology, but it degrades noticeably in cold weather. Using the heater in winter reduces the range even more. Overall, the range isn't severely lacking, but if you frequently take long trips, you should consider installing a home charging station and be mentally prepared.
