2016 Qoros 5 SUV news: Qoros' first mid-size SUV debuts at Guangzhou Motor Show
Qoros has unveiled the newest model in their vehicle lineup, the Qoros 5 SUV. The all-new vehicle is the first mid-size SUV from the Chinese automobile manufacturer. It made its global debut during the 2015 Guangzhou Motor Show.
The Qoros 5 SUV has been designed by an international team that hails from Munich and Shanghai. As such, the vehicle is described as having a "German design with a Shanghai spirit." According to Gert Volker Hilderbrand, Qoros Vice President for Design, the all-new SUV was designed to have an independent spirit. However, it its still fashionable and in line with the latest mainstream trends.
The mid-size SUV comes with a sporty, dynamic and futuristic design that makes it stand out from the crowd. The front fascia is muscular with its sculpted front bumper. It also has athletic proportions. The front end comes with shark-gill-inspired lighting and the rear comes with hockey-stick-inspired lighting. It is also equipped with 19-inch wheels.
Inside the sports utility vehicle, interiors are kept simple and clean. The cabin features refined materials with a sophisticated finish. The cabin comes in a black, cognac and marlstone color theme. The interiors have leather upholstery, chrome accents and glossy piano black surfaces. There is also a Bose audio system, a panoramic sunroof and an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system.
The Qoros 5 SUV is powered by a 1.6-liter four-cylinder turbo petrol engine that produces 154 horsepower and 169 lb-ft of torque. Its fuel economy is rated at 43 mpg. The forthcoming vehicle is also the first from Qoros to receive a multi-link rear suspension. Other technical specifications have not yet been revealed.
The Qoros 5 SUV is expected to go on sale in China by the first half of 2016. It is then expected to enter the European market by 2017. It is priced at 150,000 Yuan, which is about $23,400.