What are the differences between Dongfeng Honda and GAC Honda?
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The differences between Dongfeng Honda and GAC Honda include: different joint ventures, different vehicle models for sale, and different scales. The detailed differences between Dongfeng Honda and GAC Honda are introduced as follows: 1. Different joint ventures: GAC Honda Automobile Co., Ltd. (formerly Guangzhou Honda Automobile Co., Ltd.; referred to as GAC Honda) was established on July 1, 1998, and is a joint venture jointly funded by Guangzhou Automobile Group Co., Ltd. and Honda Motor Co., Ltd. of Japan. Dongfeng Honda Automobile Co., Ltd. is a vehicle production and operation enterprise jointly established by Dongfeng Motor Group Co., Ltd. with a 50% investment, Honda Motor (China) Investment Co., Ltd. with a 10% investment, and Honda Motor Co., Ltd. of Japan with a 40% investment. 2. Different vehicle models for sale: The main products currently produced by GAC Honda include the Avancier series SUVs, Accord series sedans, Odyssey multi-purpose series sedans, Lingpai series sedans, City series sedans, Fit series sedans, and the independent brand Everus series sedans, totaling seven series with more than 30 models. Since its establishment, Dongfeng Honda has successively introduced Honda's sports utility vehicle CR-V (C-RV), mid-size car CIVIC (Civic), high-end sports sedan SPIRIOR (Spirior), independent brand model CIIMO (CIIMO), high-end MPV Elysion (Elysion), hybrid vehicle INSIGHT (Insight), and new concept sedan JADE (Jade). 3. Different scales: GAC Honda currently has two plants, the Huangpu Plant and the Zengcheng Plant, with a combined production capacity of 480,000 vehicles per year and a total area of 1.6 million square meters. Dongfeng Honda's first plant covers an area of 1.81 million square meters and has a research and development center and nine major production lines including stamping, welding, synthetic resin, painting, engine casting, machining, engine assembly, and vehicle assembly.
I've driven Honda cars for many years and have some insights into the differences between Dongfeng Honda (Dongben) and Guangqi Honda (Guangben). Dongben, mainly Dongfeng Honda, is based in Wuhan, producing models like the Civic and CR-V, which have a sportier driving feel, making them suitable for younger drivers. Guangben, or Guangqi Honda, is headquartered in Guangzhou, focusing on the Accord and Odyssey, known for their superior ride comfort, making them more ideal for family use. Their 4S dealer networks differ; I've noticed that Dongben parts are supplied faster during maintenance, but Guangben offers more attentive service. Price-wise, Guangben models might be slightly more expensive for the same class, which relates to their positioning. Both brands have reliable Honda technology, with differences mainly in body design and interior styling. Don't overlook the regional after-sales service variations.
