Why was the Leopaard CS9 discontinued?
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Leopaard CS9 was discontinued due to severe losses at Changfeng Leopaard Automobile Company, leading to factory shutdown. Below is an introduction to Leopaard Automobile: Leopaard Automobile: It is a series of automotive products developed by Hunan Changfeng Automobile Manufacturing Co., Ltd. Hunan Changfeng Automobile Manufacturing Co., Ltd. was established in October 1996 with the approval of the General Logistics Department and the Hunan Provincial People's Government. It was jointly initiated by Changfeng (Group) Co., Ltd. and nine other corporate entities, including Mitsubishi Motors Corporation of Japan. Drive System: The models utilize Mitsubishi's Super Select 4WD system, which gives them dynamic performance. They have strong power performance and good stability, along with advantages such as low fuel consumption.
I remember the discontinuation of the Leopaard CS9. Based on my decades of experience in the automotive world, the core issue was its terrible market performance. It had some novelty when it first launched, but was quickly overshadowed by best-selling SUVs like the Haval H6 and Changan CS75, leading to consistently poor sales. The manufacturer likely suffered significant losses. Nowadays, consumers prioritize high cost-performance and smart features, but the CS9 lagged in exterior design and tech updates, losing its competitive edge. Leopaard itself is focusing more on the new energy sector, such as launching electric vehicle lineups, and discontinuing the CS9 was part of resource consolidation to focus on future strategies. For owners, finding replacement parts may become harder, but there are plenty of alternative models on the market—like Geely’s SUVs, which are quite practical. Just don’t compromise on safety needs. Ultimately, the automotive market is a brutal survival of the fittest.
