Hongqi L6 VIP minibus
concept
This is the new Hongqi L6
VIP mini bus concept, launched on the Beijing Auto Show and
tucked away in a far corner of the First Auto Works booth. The L6, code named
T503, will see production next year. Target customers are the government,
airport taxi companies, and top end hotels.
The L6 has been in
development for over four years. It has become an impressive vehicle,
absolutely standing out compared to other mini buses. It has a typical Hongqi
grille, combined with a streamlined body. The only thing that needs some extra
work are the mirrors, which look far too agricultural.
Hongqi has released the
following specifications: power comes from a 3.0 liter four cylinder turbo
diesel with 400 nm, top speed is 100 km/h, and it takes 14.2 seconds to reach
that speed. Transmission is an eight-speed automatic. Fuel tank can take 115
liters of diesel. There are 10 seats for passengers, one for a driver, and one
for a co-driver or guide. The bus weighs 3600 kg. Size: 7105/2150/2675 mm, and
wheelbase is 3900 mm. Strangely, Hongqi did not
release a number on horsepower.
The Hongqi L6 is most likely
based on the Toyota Coaster. The Hongqi brand has used
and still uses various Toyota platforms for its sedans, so going for Toyota
again for their new bus would make a lot of sense.
