Spy Shots showing that the Beijing Auto Works Luba SUV
will receive a facelift, the new car is
expected to hit the Chinese car market in Q3. The facelift includes an all new
front with a new bumper, new lights, and a new grille.
The facelifted Luba will likely get a 2.0 turbo with
190 hp, sourced locally from the Shenyang-Mitsubishi engine-making joint
venture. This is the same engine that will power the upcoming 008 series.
The Luba is very popular with government agencies,
especially in north and north eastern China. The Luba also has a small but
loyal following among off-road driving enthusiasts with Luba clubs and Luba
mountain tours. That loyalty however does not extend to the brand name as nine
out of ten owners slap Toyota badges on the poor Luba.
Cr : Carnewschina
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