This is the new Yema Spica, a compact seven-seat MPV for #China. The Spica, what a spicy name, will it the Chinese car market near year's end for about US$ 12,000. Interesting design detail is the 'shark fin' B-pillar, which is not real but painted-on.


Engines are 112 hp 1.5 and a 156 hp 1.5 turbo, both mated to a 5-speed manual 'box. Dimension size is 4580/1730/1825 mm, and wheelbase is 2800 mm.



The market for small and compact MPVs is booming in China, stealing sales from sedans and even from SUVs.