Which Country Does Qoros Belong To?
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Qoros is a Chinese automobile brand, and its models include: Qoros 2, Qoros 3, Qoros 5, Qoros 7, Qoros 9, etc. Taking the 2020 Qoros 7 as an example, it is a compact SUV with body dimensions of: length 4679mm, width 1897mm, height 1679mm, wheelbase 2720mm, fuel tank capacity 55l, and curb weight 1620kg. The 2020 Qoros 7 is equipped with a 1.6T turbocharged engine, delivering a maximum horsepower of 204PS, maximum power of 150kW, maximum torque of 282Nm, and is paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission.
Ah, speaking of Qoros, it actually has quite a story. I remember when it was first established in 2007, it was a joint venture between China's Chery Automobile and an Israeli company, making it a Sino-foreign cooperative brand aiming for the high-end market and international expansion. When it launched its first car in 2013, it scored very high in safety tests, which was quite novel for domestic cars at the time and really caught people's attention. But things have changed now. Due to consistently poor sales, it was later acquired by China's Baoneng Group, so simply put, Qoros is now considered a Chinese brand. I think although it didn't achieve great success, it represents China's automotive industry's efforts to break through. It's a pity it didn't gain a firm foothold in the international market. Anyway, as a car enthusiast, seeing such innovative attempts is quite touching.
I know a bit about Qoros cars. It is indeed Chinese, with some investment backing from Israel. Back when it first launched, its strong safety performance attracted a lot of attention, such as scoring high in the 2013 European tests, which was quite rare among Chinese cars at the time. However, over time, issues emerged, like inadequate marketing and declining sales, leading to a change in parent company ownership—it's now under Baoneng Group. From an ownership perspective, it's clearly a Chinese brand. I've driven a friend's Qoros before—stylish design but troublesome post-purchase maintenance. As an experienced driver, I think Qoros's story teaches us one thing: technology alone isn't enough; you need solid market strategy support too.
