Geely Gleagle GX7 with 6AT delivers world-class quality

Source:Globaltimes.cn Published: 2012-9-7 15:36:27

Geely Automobile unveils the Gleagle GX7 at Chengdu Auto Show on August 31. The model carries DSI 6AT and 2.4L CVVT engine and is priced between 119,900 RMB and 129,900 RMB, so the model has become the flagship model of the GX7 series. This is the first time that a homegrown SUV has been equipped with DSI 6AT, the world-class automatic transmission. The GX7 is the only SUV model under 150,000 RMB that can meet customers'expectation for fuel economy, steering stability and ride comfort.

Southwest China shows great potential in auto consumption, so homegrown brands are making their best to catch customers'eyes in this year's Chengdu Auto Show. Geely's sales performance in the first half of this year was impressive and the company is determined to expand markets in Southwest China with this competitive Gleagle GX7.


The GX7 appears in a dynamic fashion with spacious interior and multi-functional configuration. Since it was launched in April, it has shown its advantages in gaining customers and become one of Geely’s fastest-growing models. Based on the original GX7, the updated GX7 has a super engine combination of 2.4L engine and 6AT as well as better safety performance, so it will become the best model of its kind.

Super engine combination

The 6AT in the GX7 is produced by DSI (Drivetrain Systems International), the world's second largest automatic transmission company with leading-edge manufacturing technology. To provide maximum control accuracy and gearshift comfort, DSI uses independent clutch control, closed-loop control rule of shift pressure and engine torque control to configure planetary gear transmission system, multi-plate wet clutch and brake belt.

Compared to 4AT/5AT used by most homegrown brands, DSI 6AT in the GX7 does better in shift performance, starting acceleration performance, steering and ride comfort, engine combination and fuel economy. It can lower the rider’s sense of setback when getting a gearshift and only takes 0.3 second for gearshift response. The 6AT has a toque of 400Nm on maximum resolution, so the engine performance can be lifted 10 percent.

The 2.4L engine carried by the model is casted through aluminum process and uses Continue Variable Valve Timing (CVVT) technology, so it not only is lighter but also delivers excellent engine performance. It has a maximum power of 119kW/5700rpm and maximum torque of 220 Nm /4000-4200rpm. The model carrying 6AT only consumes 7.7L oil per hundred kilometers in suburbs. The working life of the engine has been advanced to 250,000 kilometers, far greater than other CVT transmissions.

Excellent safety performance

On July 6, 2012, China Automotive Technology and Research Center (CATARC) released the result of this year's second China-New Car Assessment Program (C-NCAP) test. The Gleagle GX7 was rated 5+ stars with 50.3 scores, the best result ever earned by a Chinese homegrown brand in the history of C-NCAP. The GX7 has also become the second SUV model receiving the rating after the Honda CR-V. The GX7, Geely's first SUV, has achieved top safety performance and outdone many models from joint ventures.

Based on the safety system of Geely Total Safety Management (GTSM), the GX7 is designed in accordance with the 5-star standards of E-NCAP and 5+ standards of C-NCAP. The model has "6+1" air bags configuration. "6" are conventional six air bags in frontal and side parts, and "1" is the KABs (knee airbags) which are rarely seen in models of the same class. It is also equipped with anti-flogging device for seats to protect riders, while the energy-absorbing engine bonnet and crumpling-type head lamp mounting frame provide pedestrian protection.

Cutting-edge smart settings

The Gleagle GX7 is equipped with excellent smart devices. Vehicle Bluetooth System, touchscreen GPS navigator, audio system and other high-tech devices give customers opportunities to enjoy the fruits of the progress in science and technology. There is plenty of legroom and headroom inside the GX7, and the riders can enjoy perfect visual field. Rear seats on slide adjusters can meet different sitting postures. With great safety performance, engine combination and smart settings as well as economic and comfortable features, the GX7 will be a popular model and is expected to exceed 10,000 units in sales performance for this year.



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