Aeolus Haoji
Compact crossover SUV
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The Aeolus Haoji (风神 皓极, also called Dongfeng Huge in the export market) is a compact crossover SUV produced by Dongfeng Motor Corporation under the Aeolus sub-brand. The Haoji compact SUV is built on the DSMA platform developed by Dongfeng for conventional petrol and hybrid models.[1] A plug-in hybrid version called the Aeolus L8 was launched in August 2025.
| Aeolus Haoji | |
|---|---|
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Aeolus (Dongfeng Motor Corporation) |
| Also called | Dongfeng Huge |
| Production | 2022–present |
| Assembly | China: Wuhan |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Compact crossover SUV (C) |
| Body style | 5-door SUV |
| Layout | Front engine, front-wheel-drive |
| Platform | DSMA platform |
| Related | Aeolus Haohan |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | |
| Electric motor | 1xAC PMSM (hybrid) |
| Transmission |
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| Hybrid drivetrain | Parallel (hybrid) |
| Battery | Li-ion battery (hybrid) |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,825 mm (111 in) |
| Length | 4,720 mm (186 in) |
| Width | 1,910 mm (75 in) |
| Height | 1,702 mm (67 in) |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Aeolus AX5 |
Overview
Interior
The dashboard of the Aeolus Haoji has a 12.3-inch twin-screen setup with a screen for the car infotainment system and a screen for the instrument panel with level 2 driver assistance system for safety. The screen can be controlled by touch or a rotary dial on the left side of the center tunnel. The gasoline version of the Haoji is equipped with the Jamo audio system.[3]
Rear view
Interior
Powertrain
The Aeolus Haoji is offered with ICE and full hybrid powertrains. The ICE version gets a 1.5-litre turbo engine developing 204 PS (150 kW; 201 hp) and 350 N⋅m (258 lb⋅ft), mated to a 7-speed DCT gearbox. The hybrid version gets the Dongfeng Mach MHD hybrid system with the same 1.5-litre turbo engine plus an electric motor (HD120) producing 245 PS (180 kW; 242 hp) and 540 N⋅m (398 lb⋅ft), mated to an E-CVT.[4]
| Model[5] | Engine/Motor | Power | Torque | Fuel economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 1.5L (1476cc) DFMC15TP1 I4 (turbo petrol) | 150 kW (201 hp)
at 6000 rpm |
305 N⋅m (225 lb⋅ft)
at 2000-4000 rpm |
6.99 L/100 km (34 mpg‑US) |
| MHD (hybrid) | 1.5L (1476cc)
DFMC15TE1 I4 (turbo petrol) + HD120 motor |
Engine: 130 kW (174 hp)
at 1500-4500 rpm Motor: 130 kW (174 hp) Combined: 180 kW (241 hp) |
540 N⋅m (398 lb⋅ft) | 5.8 L/100 km (41 mpg‑US) |
Aeolus L8
| Aeolus L8 | |
|---|---|
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Aeolus (Dongfeng Motor Corporation) |
| Production | 2025–present |
| Assembly | China: Wuhan |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Compact crossover SUV (C) |
| Body style | 5-door SUV |
| Layout | Front engine, front-wheel-drive |
| Platform | DSMA platform |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine |
|
| Electric motor | PMSM |
| Hybrid drivetrain | Parallel |
| Battery | LFP CALB |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,825 mm (111 in) |
| Length | 4,762 mm (187 in) |
| Width | 1,910 mm (75 in) |
| Height | 1,677 mm (66 in) |
On 1 August 2025, Dongfeng launched the L8, the plug-in hybrid version of the Haoji. It features a restyled exterior that is 42 mm (1.7 in) longer and 25 mm (0.98 in) lower, but other dimensions remain unchanged.[6]
The front features a grille-less design with a lower air intake, while the corners have air curtain vents. It uses a split-headlight design, with the beams located in the vent area while the top features daytime running lights consisting of a light bar and a customizable grid of LEDs. The doors feature pocket-style handles, and it is equipped with 19-inch wheels. The rear features taillights consisting of a light bar with a customizable array of LEDs similar to the front. The bumper has a contrasting two-tone black design, and it has a twin-peaked spoiler.[6]
It is equipped with a plug-in hybrid powertrain using a 1.5-liter turbocharged engine outputting 113 kW (152 hp; 154 PS). It is equipped with an LFP battery supplied by CALB.[6]
