Foton MP-X

The Foton MP-X is a light commercial van that can seat up to 12 occupants produced by the Chinese automobile manufacturer Foton.[1] The MP-X was sold throughout China and southeast Asian countries including the Philippines and Singapore.[2]

Overview

In 2012, the Foton MP-X was reported to be powered by an inline-four, 2.8-liter turbo diesel that producing 96 kW and 280 Nm of torque with prices ranging from 99,000 yuan.

As of October 2018, prices of the Foton MP-X ranges from 74,650 to 98,550 yuan.[3][4]

A different model called the MP-X S was also offered by Foton but was later renamed to Foton View G9.

Foton View G5

An updated variant succeeding the MP-X E called the Foton View G5 was launched in 2018 while styling remains unchanged from the MP-X. The updated model features powertrains that fulfills the National VI Emissions Standards. The View G5 is powered by a 2.0-liter engine developing 136 hp and 185 Nm mated to a 5-speed manual transmission.[5]

A facelift was unveiled for the 2020 model year Foton View G5 completely changing the front end. The updated model is powered by a 2.0-liter naturally aspirated engine and a 2.4 liter-naturally aspirated engine developing 136 hp and 160 hp respectively. The transmission is a 5-speed manual gearbox.[6]

References

  1. Foton MPX ChinaAutoWeb^
  2. Foton MPX 2013 TopGear Philippines, retrieved 2024-06-27^
  3. Tycho de Feijter. A sweet Nurse and a Foton Ambulance from China CarNewsChina.com, March 5, 2012, retrieved 2024-06-27^
  4. Tycho de Feijter. Fighting the Foton-bull in China CarNewsChina.com, June 13, 2012, retrieved 2024-06-27^
  5. 售8.48-9.88万元 福田风景G5正式上市 autohome.com.cn, retrieved 2024-06-27^
  6. 售8.33万起 福田新款风景G5正式上市 autohome.com.cn, retrieved 2024-06-27^