Luxgen M7

Luxgen M7
Overview
Manufacturer	Luxgen
Also called	Luxgen M7 Turbo
Production	2009–present
Assembly	Miaoli, Taiwan
Body and chassis
Body style	Minivan
Layout	Front Engine, Front Wheel Drive
Platform	L7 platform
Related	Luxgen7 SUV
Powertrain
Engine	2.2 L Turbocharged I-4
Transmission	5 speed Manumatic transmission
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,910 mm (114.6 in)
Length	4,845 mm (190.7 in)
Width	1,876 mm (73.9 in)
Height	1,768 mm (69.6 in)
Curb weight	1,830–1,875 kg (4,034–4,134 lb)

Luxgen M7, previously the Luxgen7 MPV is a 7 passenger Taiwanese automobile produced by Luxgen beginning from 2009. It was officially shown to the public on August 19, 2009, and hit showrooms on 9/19/2009. The car is powered by a 2.2 L I-4 MEFI turbocharged engine developed by tuned by Delphi. The platform is derived from the Renault Espace. The turbocharger is supplied by Garrett and powers the engine up to 175 PS (129 kW; 173 hp) at 5,200 rpm and 28 kg·m (270 N·m; 200 lb·ft) of torque from 2,500 to 4,000 rpm. The 5-speed Manumatic transmission is supplied by Aisin. Pricing starts at NT$798,000 up to NT$1,068,000. ABS, EBD, BAS, and the Think+ Multi-purpose system(slightly different by trim level) are all standard equipment. The targeted competitor is the BYD M6. In 2014, the Luxgen7 MPV received a facelift and name change to Luxgen M7 to fit the new Luxgen naming theme.

The car is equipped with the latest technologies which makes it unique among competition. The voice controlled LUXGEN Think+ system (co-developed with HTC) combines the on-board Windows CE computer with the Electronic Stability Control system and it provides 3.5G mobile internet connection, GPS navigation, along with travel, shop, and traffic information.^[1]

A facelift was done in 2014 with a redesigned front bumper, dark head lamps with DRL, and a new set of LED tail lamps. The name was changed from Luxgen7 MPV to Luxgen M7 turbo Eco hyper, and the engine was also updated with a retuned 2.2- liter I4 turbo one with improved horsepower of 202PS and 30 kg·m (290 N·m; 220 lb·ft) of torque from 2,400 to 4,000 rpm. The fuel efficiency was also improved to 13.57km/l(EPA) and 11.8km/l(EU).

Luxgen7 2.2 MPV rear view(Vietnam)

EV+

Luxgen also plans to introduce a Luxgen7 MPV electric vehicle co-developed by AC Propulsion. The top speed is 145 km/h (90 mph) and the electric range is 350 kilometres (220 mi) at 40 km/h (25 mph).^[2]

Years	Model	Power	Torque	Image
2009–present	Luxgen7 MPV	175 PS (129 kW)	274 N·m (202 lb·ft)
2010-11?	Luxgen7 MPV EV^+	240 PS (177 kW)	265 N·m (195 lb·ft)

CEO

The Luxgen 7 CEO is an executive limousine built on the MPV platform. Most parts of the vehicle body remains the same while on the exterior, the CEO receives a different grille design. It has two "first-class" rear seats with massage, recline and leg rest. A divider with motorized panels separates the passenger and driver compartments. The glass window can be frosted with the flick of a switch, along with an opaque panel that enhances privacy.

Luxgen7 CEO

V7

The Luxgen V7 is Luxgen's wheelchair accessible van based on the M7. Equipped with an extended and lower tailgate and a raised roof.

References

1. Taiwan’s new LUXGEN 7 MPV features HTC THINK+ computer
2. Luxgen EV (Chinese)

External links

• Luxgen Official Site - English official site
• Luxgen Motors - Taiwanese official site