Dongfeng eπ 008
Electric mid-size crossover SUV
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The Dongfeng eπ 008 (pronounced 'e pie'; also known as Yipai 008 and Dongfeng Ace 008) is an extended range and battery electric mid-size SUV produced by Chinese automobile manufacturer Dongfeng Motor Corporation under the Dongfeng eπ (东风奕派) sub-brand. It is the second product of the eπ sub-brand, and was launched in 2024.
Dongfeng eπ M8 (2026)
Aeolus L9 (2026)
| Dongfeng eπ 008 | |
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Dongfeng Motor Corporation |
| Also called | Dongfeng Ace 008 Dongfeng eπ M8 (2026) Aeolus L9 (2026) |
| Production | 2024–present |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Mid-size SUV |
| Body style | 5-door SUV |
| Layout | |
| Related | Dongfeng eπ 007 |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine |
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| Electric motor | Permanent magnet AC synchronous |
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| Hybrid drivetrain | Range-extended electric (EREV) |
| Battery |
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| Range | 1,200 km (746 mi) (EREV) |
| Electric range |
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| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 3,025 mm (119.1 in) |
| Length | 5,002 mm (196.9 in) |
| Width | 1,972 mm (77.6 in) |
| Height | 1,732 mm (68.2 in) |
Overview
In the fall of 2023, Dongfeng launched the eπ sub-brand, which is dedicated to the production of electric vehicles. The first model was the Dongfeng eπ 007. Later, the eπ 008 model was introduced.[1]
The five-meter-long vehicle was presented in April 2024 at the Beijing Auto Show. Two months later, it went on sale in the Chinese market as a six-seater. A five-seater version followed in October 2024. The drag coefficient of the car is given as 0.268.[2][3]
Slim headlights, matrix taillights and hidden door handles integrated with the lighting section are the hallmarks of the exterior design. The model can be equipped with 20- or 21-inch wheels. The interior also features a large screen and a digital instrument cluster in the center, as well as a wireless charging system for smartphones.
Rear view
Interior
eπ M8
In May 2026, an updated variant of the 008, named to eπ M8, was released and is to feature Huawei's Qiankun ADS 5 Pro ADAS system and features teal assisted driving indicator lights.[4][5]
Powertrain
The Dongfeng eπ 008 is available as a rear-wheel-drive 200 Pro EREV entry model with a 28.39 kWh battery with a 200 km (120 mi) pure electric range and 1,200 km (750 mi) comprehensive range. It is powered by a rear electric motor producing 160 kW (210 hp; 220 PS) and 310 N⋅m (230 lb⋅ft) of torque with a 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) acceleration time of 7.2 sec.
For fully electric versions, a 530 Pro trim with a 56.83 kWh battery for a range of 530 km (330 mi) and an electric motor producing 160 kW (210 hp; 220 PS) and 310 N⋅m (230 lb⋅ft) of torque with a 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) acceleration time of 6.8 sec. A 620 Pro trim with a 70.26 kWh battery for a range of 620 km (390 mi) and an electric motor producing 200 kW (270 hp; 270 PS) and 320 N⋅m (240 lb⋅ft) of torque with a 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) acceleration time of 5.8 sec. The top trim 540 AWD Max model features the same 70.26 kWh battery and two electric motors producing a combined 400 kW (540 hp; 540 PS) and 640 N⋅m (470 lb⋅ft) capable of a 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) acceleration in 3.9 seconds and a range of 540 km (340 mi).
| Model | Battery | Power | Torque | Range | 0–100 km/h (62 mph) |
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| EREV | |||||
| 200 Pro | 28.39 kWh | 160 kW (210 hp; 220 PS) | 310 N⋅m (230 lb⋅ft) | 200 km (120 mi)
Total: 1,200 km (750 mi) |
7.2 s |
| BEV | |||||
| 530 Pro | 56.83 kWh | 160 kW (210 hp; 220 PS) | 310 N⋅m (230 lb⋅ft) | 530 km (330 mi) | 6.8 s |
| 620 Pro | 70.26 kWh | 200 kW (270 hp; 270 PS) | 320 N⋅m (240 lb⋅ft) | 620 km (390 mi) | 5.8 s |
| 540 AWD Max | 400 kW (540 hp; 540 PS) | 640 N⋅m (470 lb⋅ft) | 540 km (340 mi) | 3.9 s | |
