Times of Islamabad

International Automaker to launch new cheaper SUV in Pakistan

International Automaker to launch new cheaper SUV in Pakistan

In a recent report shared by Pakwheels.com link, ithas been revealed that Ghandhara Nissan – a subsidiary of GhandharaIndustries Limited (GIL) – is set to bring a new lineup of SUVs to Pakistanin partnership with the Chinese Automaker Chery. Reportedly, GhandharaNissan shall sign an agreement with Chery to obtain the distribution andmanufacturing rights of Chery SUVs in Pakistan.

In the report, it was also stated that the first SUV that will reach thePakistani market is the Chery Tiggo 8, which is a midsize crossover SUVthat comes with two turbocharged petrol engine options in the internationalmarket.——————————

One of them is a 1.5-liter 4-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine that makes156 horsepower and 230 Newton-Meters (Nm) of torque. The other one is a1.6-liter 4-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine that generates 197horsepower and 290 Nm of torque. The former is mated to a 6-speed manual ora 6-speed DCT automatic transmission, whereas the latter is mated to a7-speed DCT automatic gearbox. All variants of the vehicle are offered withFront-Wheel-Drive only.

The safety and convenience features vary in each trim-level of the vehicle.However, common features include:

– Power Door locks – Immobilizer System – Keyless Entry and Push Start Button – Cruise Control – Tire Pressure Monitoring System – ABS Brakes – Traction Control – Electronic Stability Control – Hill Start Assist – Driver/Passenger Front Airbag – ISOFIX Child Seat Anchors – Heated Ventilated Seats Front and Rear – Optional 3rd Row Seating – Steering Wheel Multifunction Controls – Infotainment Screen – Bluetooth Connectivity – Rearview Mirror Electric Adjustment ——————————

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In the international market, the vehicle starts from Rs. 2.1 million andgoes up to Rs. 3.6 million. However, given that its competition in thePakistani market is against the likes of Toyota Fortuner and Kia Sorento,the vehicle would likely be priced much higher than that. Still, given thatit is only offered as an FWD SUV, it should be priced lower than thecompetition.

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