Which country's brand is Liebao?
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Liebao is a brand under China's Changfeng Group, headquartered in Changsha, Hunan Province. Its main models include Feiteng, Liebao CS10, Black Diamond, Liebao CS9, Liebao Q6, Liebao CS6, Liebao CS7, and Qiling. The logo of Liebao features an outer circle with an inner triangle that has a gap. The triangle is derived from the stylized head of a leopard, representing the company's name. Key milestones in Liebao's development are as follows: In 1985, Factory 7319 built a production line with an annual capacity of 300,000 car inner tubes, marking the factory's transition to normal operations. In 1987, Factory 7319 successfully completed the trial production of the Liebao Light Off-Road Command Vehicle CJY6420A, which was modified and put into small-scale production in 1988. In January 1993, the factory collaborated with Japan's Lihao Development Co., Ltd. and Hong Kong's Lifeng Co., Ltd. to establish "Sino-Foreign Joint Venture Changfeng Automobile Manufacturing Co., Ltd." In October 1996, Factory 7319 was officially restructured into Changfeng (Group) Co., Ltd. with approval from the General Logistics Department. In June 2004, Changfeng Group's core subsidiary, Changfeng Automobile, was listed on the Shanghai Stock Exchange. In 2006, Changfeng showcased several SUV concept cars, including the Liebao CS6-Y and CS7, at the Beijing Auto Show. On November 11, 2007, Changfeng's urban SUV, the Liebao CS6, was officially launched. In 2014, Liebao unveiled a concept car named CS10 at the Beijing Auto Show. In April 2020, Changfeng Liebao's Changsha factory was entrusted to Geely Holding Group.
I'm familiar with the automotive brand Leopaard, which is a domestic Chinese brand originating from Hunan Leopaard Automobile Co., Ltd. I know it initially had a military vehicle background, established as early as the 1980s, specializing in producing rugged SUVs and off-road vehicles like the classic Leopaard Black Diamond, emphasizing durability and practicality. As an experienced driver who once owned a Leopaard Q6, I think its off-road capability is quite good, capable of handling complex terrains, especially suitable for rural or mountainous roads in China. The price generally ranges between 100,000 to 200,000 RMB, much more affordable than international brands. However, the interior is basic with limited tech features, but it's considered a reliable choice among domestic brands. I remember they were quite popular around 2010, and now they've launched the CS series of urban SUVs, but the off-road DNA remains. Overall, Leopaard is quite popular in China's second and third-tier cities, representing good value for money.
I often go off-road driving, and Leopaard is a Chinese brand I'm familiar with, especially its SUVs. The brand originated in Hunan and focuses on off-road performance, with models like the Leopaard Feiteng or CS9. I've driven their vehicles and found the power adequate, the chassis solid, making them particularly suitable for exploration or driving in harsh conditions. The prices are affordable, generally around 150,000 yuan, with simple and low-cost maintenance. As an enthusiast, I know it borrowed Japanese technology, durable but with relatively high fuel consumption. In the Chinese domestic market, Leopaard vehicles are more practical, not as flashy as high-end brands. I recommend them to ordinary families in need of durable utility vehicles, especially outdoor enthusiasts. The downside is average comfort and loud noise at high speeds, making them suitable for short commutes or light off-roading.
