What kind of sedan is Aeolus?
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Aeolus is not a sedan model, but rather the Aeolus brand, also known as Dongfeng Fengshen, which is an automobile brand officially launched by Dongfeng Motor Corporation in March 2009. It is developed and manufactured by Dongfeng Passenger Vehicle Company. Currently, the Dongfeng Fengshen Aeolus brand offers a total of 8 models for sale, including 4 sedans: Dongfeng Fengshen A60, Dongfeng Fengshen E70, Dongfeng Fengshen L60, and Dongfeng A9; and 4 SUV models: Dongfeng Fengshen AX3, Dongfeng Fengshen AX4, Dongfeng Fengshen AX5, and Dongfeng Fengshen AX7. The core image of the Dongfeng Fengshen brand logo features two spring swallows soaring around an ellipse. The main colors of the Dongfeng Fengshen brand logo are "Chinese red," symbolizing classicism, auspiciousness, and progress, and "metallic silver," representing safety, reliability, composure, wisdom, and quality. The Dongfeng Fengshen H30 measures 4268mm in length, 1740mm in width, and 1482mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2610mm. These dimensions ensure ample headroom and legroom for both front and rear passengers. The rear seats feature a 6/4 split design, which can be folded flat to align with the trunk floor, expanding the storage space to 1137 liters, making it convenient for home use and travel.
Aeolus is the English brand name of Dongfeng Fengshen, an independent brand sedan under the Dongfeng Motor Group. Currently, Fengshen models like the Yixuan MAX and Yixuan, which are family sedans seen on the road, mostly carry the Aeolus badge at the rear. A special mention goes to the Yixuan MAX, with its 1.5T engine delivering 190 horsepower and a fastback design, offering a sporty driving feel. The Dark Night Edition launched last year comes with golden wheels and a large rear spoiler, which young people find really cool. Their new energy vehicles are also quite popular, with the recent Haoji hybrid SUV bearing this badge. Overall, this brand focuses on cost-effectiveness, offering cars with L2 driving assistance for just over 100,000 yuan, making it a budget-friendly choice for working-class commuters.
I test drove their Yixuan before, and honestly, the steering wheel is so light you can turn it with one hand—no problem for female drivers. Aeolus is the name Dongfeng Fengshen uses for overseas markets; domestically, 4S stores still call it Fengshen. Their current flagship model is the Yixuan MAX, a B-segment sedan with a 2,770mm wheelbase that offers ample rear legroom. It’s commendable that a panoramic sunroof comes standard across the lineup. The hybrid tech they rolled out last year is quite fuel-efficient, with an official rating of just 4.3L/100km. The recent facelift upgraded the infotainment to WindLink 6.0, adding continuous voice command functionality. As for drawbacks, the interior still feels a bit plasticky, but hey, for just over 100k RMB, you can’t expect the moon.
