Shine Max Hybrid: Introduction Video + Technical Specifications

The Dongfeng Shine Max Hybrid, with its turbo engine, electric powertrain, low fuel consumption, and sporty design, is a distinctive option for Iran's sedan market. The Shine Max Hybrid is a modern, powerful sedan from the Aviolus brand that, combining a turbo engine, electric powertrain, and low fuel consumption, is now one of the options [...]

Dongfeng Shine Max Hybrid with turbo engine, electric drive, low fuel consumption and sporty design is a different option for the Iranian sedan market.

Shine Max Hybrid is a modern and powerful sedan of the Aulus brand, which, with the combination of turbo engine, electric propulsion and low fuel consumption, is now considered as one of Iran Khodro's different options for the Iranian market. This car, which is also known as DONGFENG SHINE MAX HYBRID, can be a significant option for buyers interested in an imported Iran Khodro hybrid sedan.

Dongfeng Shine Max is one of the most different sedans that Iran Khodro has chosen to enter the Iranian market. This product is known as Aeolus Yixuan Max in the Chinese market, and in fact, it is one of the products of the Aeolus brand, a subsidiary of Dongfeng. Shine Max was first introduced in 2021 and from the beginning it was supposed to play the role of a relatively large, modern and sporty sedan in Dongfeng's product portfolio. In its import program, Iran Khodro went for both gasoline and hybrid versions, and now the hybrid version is again on the way to the Iranian market. For this reason, Shine Max Iran Khodro can attract the attention of buyers who are looking for a hybrid sedan with a different design.

The importance of the Shine Max is not limited to its appearance or equipment list. This car is based on Dongfeng DSMA architecture; A platform that was developed independently by this group and from the beginning considered the possibility of using hybrid powertrains and new electronic technologies. Therefore, we are not faced with a product that only has an electric motor added to its gasoline version. The architecture of the car has been capable of hosting electric and hybrid systems from the beginning.

The main philosophy of Shine Max Hybrid should be found in the combination of three features: the dimensions of a large family sedan, the performance of a relatively sporty car and fuel consumption close to economy cars. This car is a self-charging hybrid and does not need to be connected to the city electricity to use the electric system. Battery energy is recovered during driving and braking, and the powertrain management system changes the contribution of the gasoline and electric motors depending on the conditions. This is the feature that makes Shine Max attractive for the Iranian market; A market where public charging infrastructure is still limited.

Shine Max is one of those cars that at first glance tries to look bigger and more expensive than its real price. The length of nearly 4.8 meters, the width of 1870 mm and the wheelbase of 2770 mm have made the proportions of the body not similar to a normal compact sedan. The overall shape of the car moves towards a fastback design, and the slope of the roof in the rear section, together with the extension of the hood and the relatively low height of the body, have strengthened its sporty character.

In the front view, the large and wide grille attracts more attention than any other element. The interior graphics of the grille and the shape of the narrow LED lights have made the face of the Shine Max look quite modern compared to many older Dongfeng products. The lights are elongated and aggressive, and in combination with the lines on the hood, they show the width of the car more. This part of the design is practically the place where the design language of Aulus changes from a normal sedan to a product with a sporty identity.

In the side view, the long body shows itself more. The shoulder line is drawn from the front to the back, and the shape of the windows is in harmony with the slope of the roof. The door handles, relatively soft lines of the body and 17-inch rims have made designers strike a balance between sporty appearance and family use. Of course, the 17-inch rim seems a bit conservative for a body with these dimensions, and the use of a larger rim could make the car's side proportions more attractive.

In the rear part, all-round lights and relatively wide form of the body have created a modern face for Shine Max. The design of this section is focused on showing the car wide and creating an optical signature rather than looking for complexity. In general, the design of Dongfeng Shine Max can be considered one of its strengths; Because it is not too strange and not as much as some Chinese products, it is caught in the excessive use of lines and decorative details.

The most important difference between the Shine Max Hybrid and the gasoline version is its powertrain. The hybrid version uses a 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine with direct fuel injection, which has about 163 horsepower and 230 Nm of torque. Next to this engine, there is an electric motor with a power of about 130 kilowatts, which can produce up to 300 Nm of torque. The total output of the system is about 205 horsepower and the power is transferred to the front wheels.

Power transmission is done through an E-CVT gearbox, but it should not be confused with the conventional CVTs of petrol cars. This set is designed to coordinate the combustion engine and the electric engine and intelligent management of power sources, providing the possibility of moving by relying on the electric engine, using the gasoline engine, and combining both at the same time. The result of this architecture in urban driving is the start of smooth movement and quick response to the gas pedal; Especially at the moment when the electric motor can largely cover the inherent delay of the turbo motor.

In terms of chassis, Shine Max also has a more serious structure than many economy sedans. Independent McPherson system is used in the front and independent multi-link system is used in the rear. The front brakes are cooled disc and the rear disc brakes. This combination, along with the electric steering wheel and the front axle, shows that Shine Max was not made with the sole purpose of reducing consumption and that the manufacturer also paid attention to its stability and dynamic quality.

Performance numbers are also impressive for a nearly 4.8-meter sedan. Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h is declared in sources of about 7 seconds, and the maximum speed is about 160 km/h in some official specifications. The declared combined fuel consumption is about 4.3 liters per 100 km. The weight of the car in the hybrid version is reported to be around 1560 kg, and its increase compared to the gasoline version is mainly related to the equipment of the hybrid system. Therefore, the main strength of the Shine Max Hybrid is not just power, but the combination of performance and fuel economy.

The interior of the Shine Max cabin follows the same approach as we have seen in the exterior design; It means trying to present a modern and relatively luxurious image, without going towards an overly busy design. The dashboard is horizontal and the displays occupy a significant part of the space in front of the driver. The digital cluster next to the central touch screen brings the cabin space closer to newer Chinese cars and does not convey the feeling of an old product.

One of the attractive points of the cabin is the use of soft material in parts of the dashboard and doors and its combination with decorative trims. The design of the seats also focuses more on comfort and proper support for the body. In some versions sold in foreign markets, facilities such as heating and ventilation of the front seats can be seen, and the more equipped versions provide even more amenities to the passengers. However, the final equipment level of the Iranian version should be measured based on the final catalog of Iran Khodro; Because currently there is no news of such facilities in it.

In terms of space, the Shine Max's dimensions work in its favor. The wheelbase of 2,770 mm is a good figure for a family sedan and makes the space in the second row suitable for everyday use and travel. Of course, the fastback design of the roof in the rear makes the headroom for very tall people not as good as a sedan with a completely traditional roof, but overall, Shine Max is in the acceptable and even desirable range of its class in terms of cabin space.

In terms of equipment, depending on the version, features such as a 10.25-inch screen, digital cluster, panoramic sunroof, keyless entry and start, single-channel automatic air conditioning, wireless charger, rear or 360-degree camera, parking sensors, auto hold, electric parking brake, cruise control and a set of driver assistance systems can be seen. In more complete versions, systems such as blind spot warning, lane departure warning, adaptive cruise control and emergency braking are also available. Therefore, Shine Max will not lack so much in terms of cabin technologies compared to competitors.

In the global market, Shine Max Hybrid cannot be directly compared with cars like Toyota Camry Hybrid; Because their design philosophy, dimensions and price point are different. More reasonable competitors are sedans like the Nissan Sylphy e-Power, some versions of the Toyota Corolla Hybrid, and Chinese hybrids like the BYD Qin Plus DM-i. Dongfeng Shine Max has a clear trump card against these cars: the combination of large dimensions, good power and sporty appearance with low fuel consumption.

Among the Chinese products in the Iranian market, cars such as BYD China Plus and some hybrid sedans or new plug-in hybrids can target some of Iran Khodro's Shine Max customers. However, the HEV nature of Shine Max has an important advantage for Iranian users, and that is that the owner does not need a home charger or a charging station to use the hybrid system. This issue becomes very important in the situation where the charging infrastructure of electric cars and plug-in hybrids is not yet widespread in the country.

Finally, the most important question about the Shine Max Hybrid in Iran will be the price, after-sales service and availability of parts. The presence of Iran Khodro can be a serious advantage in this regard; Because unlike many small importers, it has a wider service network. If the release of this car is accompanied by a reasonable price, proper supply of hybrid system parts and service network training, Shine Max can become one of the notable hybrid sedans in the market. The combination of turbo engine, electric propulsion, acceleration close to sports cars and consumption of about 4.3 liters per 100 km is exactly the formula that can draw Iranian customers from ordinary gasoline sedans to a different hybrid choice.

The most important difference between the Shine Max Hybrid and the gasoline version is the use of hybrid powertrains. This sedan with a 1.5 liter turbocharged gasoline engine and an electric motor produces a total of about 205 horsepower. The E-CVT gearbox manages the power of the engines and the power transmission is done to the front wheels. McPherson independent suspension system in the front and multi-link in the back, combined fuel consumption of about 4.3 liters and acceleration from zero to hundred in about 7 seconds are the features of this car.

Shine Max Hybrid cabin is equipped with 10.25-inch central display, digital cluster, automatic air conditioning, keyless entry and start, wireless charger and panoramic sunroof. Other features of this car include a rear or 360-degree camera, parking sensors, electric parking brake, auto hold and cruise control. In some versions, features such as adaptive cruise control, blind spot warning, lane departure warning and emergency braking are provided. Of course, the equipment of the version supplied in Iran should be checked.

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