Is the Landwind X7 still being sold?

[VanJuliet]

The currently available models are all 1.5T versions, and they are still being sold. In the design patent lawsuit between Jaguar Land Rover and Jiangling Holdings, Jaguar Land Rover ultimately prevailed. This patent lawsuit was triggered by the Landwind X7's "borrowing" from the Land Rover Evoque, resulting in an overly similar appearance. December 21, 2010: The Land Rover Range Rover Evoque model was publicly exhibited at the Guangzhou International Auto Show; November 28, 2018: The Patent Reexamination Board and Land Rover appealed to the Beijing High People's Court. In the final judgment, the court revoked the ruling made by the Beijing Intellectual Property Court on the grounds that "the aforementioned improvements did not make the overall visual effect of this patent significantly different from the comparative design." March 22, 2019: The Chaoyang District Court in Beijing ruled that all sales, manufacturing, and marketing of the Landwind X7 must cease immediately, and compensation must be paid to Jaguar Land Rover. Due to a nearly one-month delay in uploading the electronic version of the court's judgment documents, the specific details of the ruling are not yet known. However, since both Landwind and Land Rover's design patents were invalidated, the judgment may have been based on relevant provisions of the Anti-Unfair Competition Law.

[ArabellaDella]

I remember the Landwind X7 was quite popular a few years ago, mainly because its exterior closely resembled the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque, and it offered great value for money, attracting many buyers. However, I found out that it has basically been discontinued, with production ending around 2019. The reasons might include design patent disputes and the increasingly fierce market competition, leading Landwind to possibly shift focus to other models. It's hard to find new ones on the road now, but occasionally they appear in the used car market—you might need to check with multiple dealerships. If you like this SUV style, you might want to consider the Changan CS75 PLUS or the Geely Boyue L. Domestic cars have made significant progress recently, with better safety and smart features, and they're still affordable, making them more reliable choices.

[SanTheo]

As someone who frequently follows automotive trends, the Landwind X7 is indeed no longer in production. It caused a sensation when it was launched in 2015, but later faced lawsuits due to its imitation of Land Rover's design, leading to its discontinuation after 2019. Currently, the Landwind brand seems to be shifting its focus to other models, such as their new energy vehicle series. I'd recommend avoiding discontinued models as spare parts are hard to find and repairs can be troublesome. The current mainstream SUV market is dominated by models like the Haval H6 or Chery Tiggo 8, which offer spacious interiors, low fuel consumption, and smart driving assistance features, making them more practical. If you're set on the X7, you might have to search second-hand platforms, but make sure to thoroughly check the vehicle's history and condition to avoid purchasing a problematic car.

[EvelynFitz]

The Landwind X7 is probably no longer available for sale as it has been discontinued for a while. It used to attract attention due to its design resemblance to Land Rover, but it's hard to find in the market now. If you're car shopping, just skip it and check out newer SUVs like the GAC Trumpchi GS4 or BYD Song series, which are more affordable and trendy. You might find used ones after discontinuation, but be cautious about maintenance as the battery and engine are prone to aging and issues. In short, opting for a new car is more hassle-free.