Which country does the Leopard brand belong to?

[IrisRose]

Leopard is a Chinese brand, the abbreviation of Hunan Leopard Automobile Co., Ltd., a comprehensive automobile manufacturer integrating the research and development, manufacturing, sales, and service of complete vehicles and components. It is affiliated with Changfeng Group and headquartered in Changsha, Hunan. Models under the Leopard brand include: Leopard CS9, Leopard CS10, Leopard Q6, Leopard CT7, Leopard Black Diamond, etc. Taking the 2018 Leopard CS9 as an example, its body dimensions are: length 4315mm, width 1840mm, height 1650mm, wheelbase 2600mm, and fuel tank capacity 44l.

[McParker]

I remember visiting the Leopaard factory during a business trip to Yongzhou, Hunan. This brand is a genuine domestic product. In the 1990s, Changfeng Group introduced Mitsubishi Pajero technology and developed the Leopaard off-road vehicle in Yongzhou. Later, they even produced rugged SUVs like the Black Diamond. A few years ago, the factory entrance was often packed with trailers transporting new vehicles, but nowadays it's rare to see newer Leopaard models on the road. They focused on cost-effectiveness – for instance, models like the CS10 were 20,000-30,000 RMB cheaper than the Haval H6 back then. However, their quality control was often criticized – my cousin back home had to replace the window regulators three times in five years on his Leopaard Q6.

[Gabrielle]

Just noticed flipping through car magazines the other day that Leopaard actually has military-industrial roots. Hunan Changfeng originally built military jeeps, then struck gold during their joint venture with Mitsubishi - they managed to transplant the entire production line through technology transfer. At its peak, they operated simultaneously across four bases in Changsha, Chuzhou, and Jingmen with annual capacity of 200k units for both ICE and NEV models. I remember one winter driving a Leopaard Feiteng into Tibet when a Land Cruiser Prado in our convoy got stuck - this little domestic SUV managed to pull it out using its part-time 4WD system. Even at -10°C on the plateau, it started right up with solid mechanical reliability.

[Eden]

Last year at the new energy exhibition, I saw Leopaard displaying an electric pickup truck. The staff at the booth told me the brand is undergoing transformation. It's quite a pity—Leopaard was once one of the top three domestic off-road vehicle brands, and its Yongzhou factory used to drive the entire automotive industry chain. Now, the Changsha base has been converted into a BYD OEM factory, and the Jingmen plant was acquired by Great Wall. However, they did launch a new logo last year, aiming to make another push in the new energy sector, though their pace is significantly slower than NIO, XPeng, and Li Auto.

[SavannahMarie]

The mechanic Master Wang at the auto repair shop downstairs has handled hundreds of Leopaards. He says the brand's chassis is exceptionally durable, but the electronics often act up. The old Mitsubishi tech foundation makes the car tough enough for rough roads, with the transfer case and chassis frame almost interchangeable with the Pajero. But when it comes to the electrical system, the power windows and central control screen have particularly high return rates. Not long ago, an old owner came to replace the battery management system of a Leopard CS9—this car's advertised range is 401 km, but in reality, it only delivers about 70% of that.

[NolanLee]

If you're considering buying a used Leopard now, you really need to inspect it carefully. Five-year-old Black Gold editions on the market only sell for 30,000 to 40,000 yuan, but maintaining this vehicle is quite demanding. The rear axle limited-slip differential requires GL-5 grade gear oil, and the original air suspension parts have long been discontinued, now replaced with aftermarket components. The most troublesome part is the electronic control system—the OBD interface protocol is unique, and ordinary diagnostic tools often fail to read fault codes. There's an off-road enthusiast in Changsha who specializes in modifying Leopards. He says keeping the supercharged engine and swapping in a set of nitrogen suspension can make its off-road capability even more impressive than the new Tank 300.