Dongfeng S30 budget sedan: specifications and equipment

2024 Author: Erin Ralphs | [email protected]. Last modified: 2024-02-19 11:42

In 2014, the Dongfeng S30 sedan was presented to the attention of Russian motorists. The budget Chinese car was based on the platform of the once popular Citroën ZX hatchback, which in 1992 took third place in the European Car of the Year competition. The Chinese novelty quickly attracted interest, because it boasted a decent appearance, and besides, it had a price tag that barely reached half a million.

Design

First of all, I would like to note the pleasant and modern exterior of the Dongfeng S30. The designers managed to decorate the appearance of the classic sedan with a neat radiator grille with chrome-plated horizontal bars, compact round “foglights” that surround the elongated air intake, and stylish stampings on the hood. Also attention is attracted by the original formfront optics, which is similar to the headlights of a Mercedes in the back of the W221.

The back looks interesting too. The lamps connected to the luggage compartment lid seem to flow into a chrome protruding strip. The decision to style the rear in this way added elegance to the sedan.

As for the dimensions, the length of Dongfeng S30 reaches 4526mm. Its width is 1740 mm, and its height is 1465 mm. Ground clearance is 15 centimeters, which is a good indicator for Russian roads.

Interior decoration

The interior of the Dongfeng S30 looks neat and high quality, as does the front panel, which the designers decided to decorate with dark plastic inserts under lacquered wood. Attention is drawn to the steering wheel, which is adjustable not only for reach, but also for the angle of inclination. Directly at hand is the "machine" selector. It is also worth noting that the driver's seat has a good range of longitudinal adjustment. But there is no lateral support.

However, the budget of the car could not but affect the internal comfort. Climate control is not effective enough. And, as the reviews left about the Dongfeng S30 show, he lives his own life. Even if +30ºС is set on the display, the cabin will not be warm enough.

One cannot but say about the limited possibilities for transforming the interior. The back row can only be folded in its entirety. And there is also no hatch, which is essential for transporting long loads. The power window controls are also impractical. They areprotrude above the armrest of the driver's door, and with any careless hand movement, you can touch them, as a result of which the windows will open at the most inopportune moment.

Features

The Dongfeng S30 sedan is offered with only one powertrain. An atmospheric 1.6-liter engine with a capacity of 117 "horses" is installed under its hood. The maximum speed can reach 180 km/h. Acceleration to "hundreds" takes about 11-12 seconds (depending on the type of gearbox).

By the way, this engine has one undoubted advantage, which is its efficiency. On average, the motor consumes 7 liters per 100 kilometers traveled in mixed mode.

The unit can be controlled by both a 5-speed "mechanics" and a 4-band optional "automatic" Aisin. People who own versions with automatic transmission say that the box, although not the height of perfection, shifts gears clearly, without delay, almost imperceptibly. The automatic transmission will "think" only if the driver decides to accelerate and depress the gas pedal to the stop.

Equipment

Finally, it is worth saying a few words about what equipment the Dongfeng S30 can boast of, the photo of which is presented above.

Basic equipment included LED optics, headlight range control with adjustment, side mirrors with turn signals and electric drive, high-brightness rear fog lights, factory tinting, alloy wheels, manual seat adjustment, a glove compartment for glasses, a central armrest andcoaster. In addition to the above, inside there is a multimedia system with a USB port and MP3 / DVD support, rear parking sensors with 4 sensors, brake light, seat belt reminder, airbags, etc.

In addition to the above, the maximum configuration includes chrome moldings, heated side mirrors, a power sunroof, a rear armrest with a cup holder, a leather-trimmed steering wheel, Bluetooth hands-free option, and many other extras.

If we conclude, we can say with confidence: DFM S30 is a good classic sedan from the budget category of cars. And it will be a good choice for people who want to become the owners of a new, but inexpensive foreign car.