Forthing T5 Mach Edition (facelift 2022) 1.5T (190 Hp) DCT 7 Seat
Forthing T5:
The Forthing T5 Evo is a compact crossover SUV produced by Dongfeng Liuzhou Motor under the Forthing sub-brand. The pure electric variant launched in March 2023 is called Forthing Leiting.
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Mach Edition (facelift 2022) Overview:
Forthing T5 (Mach Edition (facelift 2022)). With 300 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1635 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A crossover utility vehicle that blends features of SUVs and passenger cars. With seating for 7, it’s perfect for larger families.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Adequate and balanced power output (190 hp) for versatile driving.
- • Balanced fuel consumption of 7.2 L/100 km for its class.
- • Independent multi-link suspension for premium ride comfort.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
- • Turbocharged engine ensures better torque delivery at low RPMs.
- • Direct fuel injection technology for optimized combustion.
Cons:
- • Meets CHINA VI emission standard; check for local urban restriction zones.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(T5: September, 2018 - July, 2019).
| General: |
| Brand: | Forthing |
| Model: | T5 |
| Generation: | Mach Edition (facelift 2022) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.5T (190 Hp) DCT 7 Seat |
| Start of production: | September, 2022 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | CUV |
| Seats: | 7 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: |
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 190 Hp @ 5200 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 128.7 Hp/l [235mm more] |
| Torque: | 300 Nm @ 2000-4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | DFMC15TP1 More details about the engine DFMC15TP1 |
| Engine displacement: | 1476 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.2 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | China VI |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.6 kg/Hp, 116.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.5 kg/Nm, 183.5 Nm/tonne |
| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1635 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 l |
| Size: |
| Length: | 4785 mm mm [235mm more] |
| Width: | 1872 mm mm [47mm more] |
| Height: | 1775 mm mm [50mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2753 mm mm [33mm more] |
| Front track: | 1575 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1575 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 195 mm |
| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 7 |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Gearbox type | DCT |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Disc |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Electric Steering |
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| Tires size | 225/60 R17; 225/60 R18; 225/55 R19 |
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| Wheel rims size | 17; 18; 19 |
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| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson, Transverse stabilizer |
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| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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