Fengon 580

The Fengon 580 is a mid-size SUV produced by the Chinese automaker Seres Auto (Hubei).

The first generation was originally sold as the Dongfeng Fengguang 580, by DFSK Motor (then joint venture between Dongfeng Motor and Sokon) in 2016,. It was also rebadged under a few different brand names that translates to Fengguang in Chinese, including Glory for overseas markets. It was renamed to Fengon 580 in later model years after Seres fully acquired the DFSK Motor and became a further independent brand.

The second generation was launched in 2021. A plug-in hybrid variant called Landian E5 was launched in 2023.

First generation (2016)

The Fengon 580 originally debuted at the 2016 Beijing Auto Show in China,[3] and was launched to the Chinese market in June 2016 with prices ranging from 80,900 yuan to 123,000 yuan.[4][5]

Initially at launch, it was powered by only one engine, a 1.5-litre SFG turbocharged four-cylinder engine, a 1.8-litre SFG naturally-aspirated four-cylinder engine was added later, it is available with two different transmissions, a 6-speed manual and a CVT transmission.

In Indonesia, the Fengon 580 is sold as the DFSK Glory 580 since 2018. It was first displayed at the 25th Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show in August 2017,[6][7][8] with a media test drive was held later on 28 November 2017,[9] it was then showcased again at the 26th Indonesia International Motor Show in April 2018, with bookings opened at the same time during the show. The Glory 580 was launched on 19 July 2018 with initial pricing starts from Rp 245 million to Rp 308 million, the launch of the Glory 580 is also commemorated with the Indonesian singer Agnez Mo as the DFSK Indonesia brand ambassador.[10][11][12] The Glory 580 is available in two trim levels: Comfort and Luxury. The Comfort trim is available either with a 1.5-litre turbo or a 1.8-litre engine, while the Luxury trim is only available with a 1.5-litre turbo engine. Transmission options includes 5-speed manual (Comfort 1.8 only), 6-speed manual and CVT. The Indonesian-spec DFSK Glory 580 is locally assembled in Indonesia at DFSK's Cikande facility in Serang Regency, Banten and is exported to other countries since 2018 as well, such as Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Hong Kong. Due to falling demand, the Glory 580 was discontinued in Indonesia in late 2020 while export to other markets continues. For the Indonesian market, it was replaced by an updated flagship variant, the Glory i-Auto.

In South Korea, the Fengon 580 was launched in 2018 as the DFSK G7, the G7 was sold and distributed by DFSK's South Korean official distributor, Shinwon CK Motors.

In Pakistan, the Fengon 580 was launched on 24 April 2019 as the DFSK Glory 580, under DFSK's local distributor in Pakistan, Regal Automobiles Industries Limited.[13]

The Fengon 580 was launched in Russia as the DFM 580, which was announced in late 2018 and eventually went on sale on 8 May 2019. It was also launched as the Glory 580 in Bangladesh on late 2018, in Nepal on 28 March 2019, in Hong Kong on 24 October 2019, in Morocco on 21 February 2020,[14] and in Brunei on 26 November 2020.

In the United Kingdom, the DFSK Glory 580 was imported in right-hand drive (RHD) by Dorset-based distributor, Sokon Automotive in 2020.[15]

Second generation (2021)

The second generation Fengon 580 was launched in the Chinese domestic market, while the first generation model will continue to be produced as an option. Both generations of the 580 are sold alongside each other, with the second generation models marketed as the New 580, and the first generation model offered as a more affordable special edition known as the Red Star Edition. The second generation 580 features a dual-screen dashboard, consisting of a 12.3-inch interconnected intelligent control screen and a 7-inch full LCD. The updated model is available with a 2+2+2 seating arrangement, accommodating six passengers, and includes an eight-way electric adjustment system, heating, ventilation, and a sleeping headrest in the second row of seats.[27]

In terms of power, the updated 580 is equipped with a 1.5-litre TGDI engine developing a maximum power of 184 hp and peak torque of 300 Nm, with emissions are eligible for the National 6b Standards. The gearbox is a 6-speed automatic transmission. The powertrain has a fuel consumption of 7.0 L/100km. The 1.5-litre TGDI engine is independently developed by DFSK and adopts Miller combustion cycle technology.[27]

Sales

External links

• Official website
• Official website (DFSK Glory 580, Indonesia)
• Official website (DFSK Glory i-Auto, Indonesia)