Chinese copies famous and popular cars- the topic is fertile so much that you can release collections of new products from local designers literally every month. They, tirelessly, diligently put the lamps under the glass and circle, circle the alluring outlines of European and not only creations of the automotive industry. Well, if you put aside the sarcasm, then the Chinese business culture itself literally cultivates the appearance of such machines.
Root of good and evil
I will not reveal secrets to anyone, recalling that the Chinese are generally warm towards everything European. It comes to the ridiculous - in the 2000s, working as a “white man” was a very real and effective way to earn money, and even today this practice, although it has slowed down, has not come to naught. As for business, Chinese law is very tolerant of borrowing successful solutions, and winning legal arguments over unlicensed copying in Chinese territory is not as easy a task as it seems. In such "greenhouse" conditions, Chinese companies feel quite calm, and samples of any equipment that are very similar to something made abroad have no problems with sales and distribution - at least until they go beyond the home market.
Yes, at the same time, the question of real prestige does not go anywhere: it is considered truly status to own only a real iPhone, Rolex and Mercedes. But for those who strive to look the same for less money, there is always profitable proposition. The irony here is that “non-original” products can sometimes be almost indistinguishable from the sample (remember, for example, Landwind X7), they can look a little worse, or they can even be created under licensing agreements and partnerships. Of course, there are examples of equal cooperation and collaboration - the recent conceptual crossover, and, as well as serial from Geely, confirmation of this. But we will turn our attention to the "classics of the genre", what we all love so much - portions of cars drawn "according to familiar patterns", whose sales in China have started or should start this year.
In our selection, we will go from smallest to largest - from small cars to large equipment. The first representative of this hit parade is not a car at all, but an electric car. True, he successfully mimics a car, moreover, Japanese - when viewed from the front, it is easy to recognize Toyota iQ in it. The true name also contains a capital Q : Chery eQ 1 was introduced last year, and plans for its release on the road have not been shelved. By the way, such a recognizable appearance has non-Asian roots: Canadian James Hope is in charge of the Chery design department.
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In fact, the eQ 1 has slightly outgrown the Toyota compact, growing up to 3,200 millimeters in length. The main issue for every electric car - the power reserve - Chery solved quite adequately: this battery-powered box is able to cover 180 km on a single charge, and the process of this very charging does not exceed 6 hours, and with the fast charging function it can be reduced to one and a half hours.
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The rear of the car no longer looks as recognizable as the front, but the interior shines with an exaggerated understanding of the “tablet on the front” concept, which is loved, for example, in Mercedes. Well, one of the most strengths of this pseudo-iQ is its price: the base cost of 155,900 yuan through government subsidies can be lowered to 49,800, which at the current exchange rate is 405,000 rubles, and the most expensive of the available performances will cost 486,000 rubles.
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In the photo: Chery eQ1 (photo: www.autohome.com.cn)
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In the photo: Chery eQ1 (photo: www.autohome.com.cn)
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In the photo: Chery eQ1 (photo: www.autohome.com.cn)
If you put this small car against the light and try to guess the model by the outlines of 3/4 front, most will confidently say that this is Chevrolet Spark, now sold under our name. However, it is worth deploying it to the 3/4 position at the rear, as the same majority will be puzzled by the hump at the stern. And the point is that this compact hatchback from JAC is positioned as … a crossover!
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Yes, it doesn’t even have a body kit made of unpainted black plastic, which in our market is just the way to turn into a crossover even something that you never thought about leaving the asphalt in your life. However, the spare wheel hanging on the fifth door, although it does not promise any off-road capabilities, looks very nasty ... that is, bold. Does not make any promises and the technical component of this S 2 mini.
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The hatchback, which has not grown to 4 meters in length (it is 3,775 mm), has 180 mm of clearance under the bottom, 1,300 cubic centimeters under the hood, 99 horsepower under valve cover and five mechanical gears under the right hand. With such an arsenal, perhaps, only short overhangs can be considered the only truly off-road attribute. But S 2 mini boasts a very pleasant interior, a large screen of a multimedia system on the top of the front panel and rich Chinese equipment (even such nice little things as tire pressure sensors are announced). All this splendor with a hump on the trunk lid also costs from 324,000 rubles at the current exchange rate, without going into the most expensive version above the price level of 462,000 rubles.
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In the photo: JAC S2 mini (photo: www.autohome.com.cn)
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In the photo: JAC S2 mini (photo: www.autohome.com.cn)
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In the photo: JAC S2 mini (photo: www.autohome.com.cn)
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In the photo: JAC S2 mini (photo: www.autohome.com.cn)
The "younger brother" of this crossover, written off from the Audi Q 3, has been sold on the home market for more than a year. The SR 9 itself, strictly speaking, is also not the hottest novelty, but this does not negate the similarity with the Porsche Macan, and in April the manufacturer reminded of itself with a special version of the model aimed at a female audience.
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| In the photo: Zotye SR9 (photo: auto.sina.com.cn) and Porsche Macan | |
The original version (not Macan, but SR 9, of course) does not think about sports, since it is equipped with a two-liter turbo engine with 190 hp. and 250 Nm of torque. It is paired with either a five-speed “mechanics” or a six-band “automatic”, and, it should be noted, with a dual clutch. But the list of top-end equipment, if not comparable with the German one, at least looks very decent: there is not only a multimedia system with a 9-inch screen and a parking assistant, but also lane keeping systems, blind spot monitoring and all-round view. Moreover, the Chinese, striving for luxury, will have to pay 1,234,000 rubles in their national currency for all this splendor, and the basic version, which, however, is not without the main thing - a provocative appearance, costs 800 thousand at all.
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And yes - about the pink special version of the SR 9. Contrary to expectations, it is nothing extraordinary: a top performance, supplemented pink body and pink accents in the interior, multiplied by a limited edition of 50 copies. It is proposed to pay 1,380,000 rubles for this - in fact, when purchasing a shocking car, you can overpay 150 thousand for the sake of greater attention.
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Who did not have time, he was late - this is how Vladimir Kuzmin sings, and the designers from Zotye echo him. Be careful: while you are taking your concept car to exhibitions, its production can be established without you. This is exactly what happened with Volkswagen Cross Coupé GT.
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| In the photo: Zotye Damy X7 (photo: www.autohome.com.cn) and Volkswagen Cross Coupé GTE Concept | |
The production of Zotye Damy X7 started last year, and now it already has not only a physical embodiment, but also a very clear price. The Chinese themselves do not hide their admiration for the concept from Volkswagen, and proudly (read - a slight cynicism) note that "German style" is felt in their car. The crossover really turned out well and foldable, both outside and inside.
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In the photo: Volkswagen Cross Coupé GTE Concept "2015
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On the picture: Volkswagen interior Cross Coupe GTE Concept "2015
Even the engine fits quite neatly into this concept: one can easily imagine that the Germans would put a 1.8-liter turbo unit with 177 hp in their Cross Coupe GTE. The only disappointment of the debut is the lack of automated transmission: at the start of sales, only a five-speed "mechanics" will be available. However, you don’t have to be too far-sighted to look at the previous car in our selection and believe in the promises of the Chinese to release a crossover with a two-liter turbo engine and a dual-clutch automatic before the end of the year.
And one more thing: we can only guess what price Volkswagen would set by releasing its concept on the roads, but we already know exactly how much the Chinese valued their creation. The basic version of the X 7 costs 853,000 rubles in yuan, and the most luxurious execution only slightly exceeded one million, stopping at around 1,065,000 rubles at the current exchange rate. How to live with the knowledge that the Chinese are already driving the German car of the future at the price of a Duster is now unclear.
Let's digress a little from the crossovers so beloved by everyone - especially since we have a lot of interesting things ahead of us from the camp of off-road equipment. Now let's take a look at this Ford S-Max.
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| In the photo: Lifan Xuanlang (photo: www.autohome.com.cn) and Ford S-Max | |
For those who took their word for it, let's clarify: this Ford knowingly has the inscription " Lifan"Through the entire width of the back door. This is Lifan Xuanlang himself, the freshest minivan from Chinese manufacturer. He did not reach the “source” by only 7.5 centimeters in length, but this is absolutely unimportant: it did not affect the proportions, even more so on the appearance, and in terms of the level of equipment Lifan and “himself with a mustache”.
Given that there is nothing to say about the exterior design, it is worth noting the quite harmonious interior. Waving aside a couple of tomatoes, I’ll say that it doesn’t even look Chinese - except that the steering wheel “surrenders” everyone with a clear inconsistency with the general style and the chrome-plated instrument wells are too clumsy. But here, according to the latest fashion, there is a huge “tablet”, and a front panel with designer layers, and seats with decorative embossed stitching on noble leatherette Brown- in general, everything so that the owner understands that it was not in vain that he paid as much as 106,800 yuan. That is, 870,000 rubles.
Yes, yes, the most expensive version of this Lifan costs just that much, and the Standard package is completely available for 570 thousand. But any self-respecting Chinese should pick up the money. Firstly, in order to be able to get not only the base 1.8-liter engine and manual transmission, but also to choose between a two-liter "aspirated" and a one and a half liter turbo engine with exactly the same output of 141 hp, and also to articulate the selected supercharged engine with an eight-speed automatic transmission. Well, and secondly, in order not to save on equipment and get not only the notorious noble leatherette, but also a panoramic roof, and a multimedia complex with Apple CarPlay support, and much more. And by the way: for the choice between a six-seat version with a double rear seat next to individual seats and a seven-seat version with a regular “sofa”, you won’t have to pay extra yuan.
Okay, China, what else will you surprise us with? This Toyota Hilux of the past generation? What? Are you saying it has more Mitsubishi L 200 than Toyota? Maybe you should go get some air.
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Meanwhile, Changfeng Leopard CT7 is unknown to our exclamations of bewilderment: it exists, and it has no problems with either self-identification or self-realization. With all the necessary attributes of a modern pickup truck, such as a standard and extended cab, rear and all-wheel drive, gasoline and diesel engines, and even mechanical and automatic transmission, it will definitely not go unnoticed by Chinese farmers, fishermen and hunters. By the way, from Mitsubishi here is a 2.4-liter gasoline engine. And from Hilux - nothing. If you know what I mean.
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Pictured: Changfeng Leopard CT7 (Photo: www.autohome.com.cn)
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Pictured: Changfeng Leopard CT7 (Photo: www.autohome.com.cn)
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On the picture: Mitsubishi interior L200 "2015–present
This same engine, along with automatic transmission, is, however, not yet available: at the start of sales, only a 1.9-liter diesel engine is offered, producing 136 hp. and 300 Nm of torque and aggregated with a five-speed "mechanics". But everything else - here it is, already at dealers. The starting price of such a pickup truck with rear wheel drive- 733,000 rubles at the current exchange rate, and an all-wheel drive version with "mechanics" costs 977,000. With the release of other trim levels, the price fork will also expand: base price gasoline "short" rear-wheel drive CT 7 will cost 651,000 rubles, and an all-wheel drive diesel engine with an "automatic" will cost 1,140,000.
Kawei K150 / Kawei K1
Better than Toyota Hilux can only be Ford F-150, but preferably Raptor. What China? You say you have this good too?
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| Pictured: Kawei K1 (photo: www.autohome.com.cn) and Ford F-150 | |
Oddly enough (or vice versa, not at all strange), yes: Kawei Auto has two models in stock with the same appearance, which from a hundred meters can hardly be distinguished from the western conqueror of the prairie. Detail lovers can look for differences in the equipment of the Kawei K 1 and K 150, but we better look at the main thing. The main thing here, of course, will be the appearance and price.
True, this “all-all-all” will not include an automatic transmission, and the diesel will only produce 110 hp. (but with a torque of 280 Nm), but it will be a real colossus 5.5 meters long and with a body measuring 1.8 by 1.6 meters. It will not be able to conquer the autobahns, because maximum speed is a humiliating 130 km/h. But five hefty men can easily fit into it, and at least half a ton of cargo can be thrown into the back. And all this will be able to leave the road thanks to a clearance of 220 mm. In general, think for yourself, decide for yourself, would you like to have it.
moving away from passenger vehicles in the direction of the commercial, we ran into the classics of the minibus genre - Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Classic. At least that's what JAC is trying to convince us of. In fact, this Sprinter is not a “sprinter” at all, but a very “sunbeam”.
Yes, no matter what you do, the Chinese will have their own vision of what you have created. The popular minibus could not be left without attention - the concept is very good. However, could it be believed that by copying this concept can be made ... better?
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| Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Classic | |
No, we will not vouch for the quality and resource, for finishing materials and, what’s good, for passive safety. However, the undoubted advantage against the background of the good old Sprinter with the good old OM 646 diesel engine is that the JAC Sunray has a choice of as many as three engines, and on both types of fuel. The most logical choice seems to be a 2.7-liter turbodiesel engine that produces 153 hp. and 355 Nm of torque, while more economical “exploiters” may prefer a smaller 1.9-liter unit with 139 hp. and 310 Nm. However, those who do not like diesel have no alternative to Mercedes, but JAC offers a two-liter for a minibus petrol turbo engine for 190 "horses".
Pictured: JAC Sunray Van ‘2012–present
With the choice of gearbox, there is no democracy here: all three engines are equipped with a six-speed “mechanics”. But the logical options for the wheelbase and roof height are in place: you can choose a “low shorty” by 5,050 x 2,080 x 2,370 mm, or you can choose a “tall big man” with dimensions of 5,990 x 2,098 x 2,645 mm. Well, or any intermediate option. Yes, and the price range is just as great: a short, low version with a gasoline engine costs 944,000 rubles, and the highest, longest and richest diesel version with leather seats will cost 1,637,000. The truth, as always, is somewhere in the middle.
This year's highlight for the XB630T is the 2.0-litre turbocharged engine Mitsubishi 4G 63 S4T - talking about the 4G 63 itself would be redundant. In a Chinese SUV, it produces 190 hp. and 250 Nm, from now on making up a pair of the previously available 2.7-liter gasoline engine 150 hp and a three-liter 140-horsepower diesel engine.
In addition to the engine, the BAIC XB630T has a six-speed manual transmission, two bridges, front springs, rear springs, air conditioning and radio. Perhaps some more words to describe this soldier are unnecessary. Oh yes, the civilian version can be purchased for 1,060,000 - 1,470,000 rubles. Live with it.
The phrase "Chinese fakes" in most of us causes the most ambiguous emotions. On the one hand, these products allow you to save money. On the other hand, their quality often leaves much to be desired.
But those times when only the lowest quality goods from China entered the world market have slowly begun to fade into the past. The economy of this country is growing, and the quality of Chinese fakes for European and American brands is also increasing. This applies not only to light industry products, but also to the automotive industry.
In particular, Chinese fake cars are gaining popularity all over the world today. And the point is not only in their cheapness, but also in a fairly acceptable ratio of price and quality.
What does Made in China mean for a car
Chinese fakes on cars - not really precise definition. The fact is that the manufacturers of this country have their own trademarks, partially copying the more popular and successful brands. Badges, appearance and even - the filling of such cars can be similar to the paraphernalia of cars of the world- famous brands. In fact, these are copies with a different name, a different price and quality. The buyer only has to decide whether it is worth saving.
But, as mentioned earlier, the characteristics of Chinese auto fakes are often at a fairly high level. As a result - good sales and increasing demand from consumers.
What do well-known manufacturers do in this case? Nothing, they can only improve the quality of their products and try to reduce their prices, because even legally Chinese fakes have every right to exist. Next, a list of the most popular copies of Chinese cars will be provided.
Popular fakes
Chery qq
This car of the Chinese manufacturer Cherry is considered to be a fake for Daweoo Matiz, which became popular many years ago. Wherein for a long time it was believed that Cherry was developed along with Daewoo Matiz, but this information is erroneous.
Despite the great similarity of this fake, Cherry's design was patented as original, although among the obvious differences, only a different shape can be distinguished. rear lights.
As for the technical equipment, the superiority of the Chinese product over the Korean one is noted. In the cabin you can see quite high-quality materials. In general, for 340,000 rubles, the buyer received best car of this class.
Laibao SRV
Unlike previous model auto, this representative Chinese car industry not sold in any country in the world, except for China itself. Probably because its quality leaves much to be desired even for third world consumers. It's fake on Honda CR-V, but not entirely successful. This applies to both the exterior and the interior of the car. gaps between body parts here they are simply huge, obscenely cheap materials are present in the cabin, and the engine is so weak that it is difficult to start it even with a slight decrease in temperature.
So that the exterior of this fake car did not fall under a legal ban, it was changed in the worst side. If we translate the cost of this “masterpiece” into rubles, then it will be approximately 400,000. What can I say here, perhaps, the Chinese know better whether it is worth paying for domestic SUV such money.
Hongqi HQD
This is a clone of the American Rolls Royce phantom. Moreover, Chinese manufacturers boldly stated that the design of this fake even surpassed the appearance of the original. However, the car has a number of the following problems:
- the resemblance between the legendary Phantom is only superficial;
- low-quality materials were used in the cabin;
- in appearance, there is a clear cheapness;
- demand for a car even in China is at an extremely low level.
In addition, on this moment law firms put a ban on this car, which means that it is still unrealistic to sell it even on the domestic market.
Land wind
It's incredible, but the Chinese have coveted the holy of holies of the British car industry - the Range Rover Evoque. So, at the last automobile exhibition in Guangzhou, its almost exact fake Land Wind was presented. The similarity of the cars is so strong that they practically do not differ in anything, the difference can be seen only in the details of the front bumper and in the optics.
This caused a lot of violent protests among the British, but they can do nothing, the clone design was patented as original. Many will be interested in the question, what is inside this car? SUV equipped with:
- a two-liter turbo engine with 190 hp;
- eight-speed automatic transmission;
- very poor interior equipment.
Chery Amulet
This car is one of the most popular Chinese creations of the auto industry in the Russian automotive market. Seat Toledo is its prototype. The success of this model has become an incentive to expand the production of other cars manufacturer Cherry. Low price And good performance economy - these are the advantages of a Chinese car. The disadvantages are extremely low performance safety for the driver and passengers.
Geely MK Cross
Another incredibly popular car on the roads of the CIS is the Chinese fake Dacia Sandero, another favorite brand among Russian car enthusiasts. This instance is quite successful experiment, and has excellent sales figures due to the low price and decent quality. The advantages of this model include the presence of two body types: sedan and hatchback. The sedan in domestic open spaces is more in demand.
Appearance Chinese cars are pleasing to the eye. The bodywork is of high build quality compared to other Chinese fakes. The interior uses relatively high quality materials. Technical indicators are also quite decent:
- 94 l. With.;
- 15 liter four-cylinder engine running on gasoline;
- five-speed manual transmission.
The economic indicators of Chinese cars are an average of 5 liters of gasoline per 100 km. This brainchild of the Chinese auto industry costs about 8 thousand dollars. Passenger safety is at a decent level, this is facilitated by the use of sufficiently high-quality materials in the assembly of the body.
Attention! This copy can be called one of the most successful in the world of automotive Chinese made.
Results
When buying a car from a Chinese manufacturer, you should understand that savings are not always combined with quality. Sometimes characteristics suffer and appearance auto, and sometimes - safety indicators.
Before purchasing such a car, you should carefully read all its features and capabilities. It is often more profitable to buy a used but better quality car from trusted European, American and Asian manufacturers. The only good news is that absolutely bad Chinese clones do not enter our market.
The inscription "Made in China" causes ambiguous and vague sensations at its sight. Nowadays, a lot of goods are made in the most populated country. The Chinese are trying to excel in all areas, including the automotive industry. But are all fake cars really bad? Such vehicles found on the roads of Russia.
Where do fake Chinese cars come from?
If you pay attention to the Chinese car market, you can easily find copies of well-known global companies. Chinese automakers produce models that look very similar to popular brands machines. Notable Companies can do nothing with such copies even legally. These cars are in demand because of the similar appearance. Visually, they seem expensive, but they are cheaper than the original.
Chinese automakers have recently improved the quality of cars, which has slightly affected the price. Many drivers do not perceive cars from China as fake. Because of this reason, there are more and more owners of Chinese cars on the roads.
Chinese fake cars: brands and models
Chery qq
The Chery qq model is considered to be a Chinese copy of the famous Korean car Daweoo Matiz. Many naively believe that the car was developed in conjunction with by Daewoo, but it was not so. Not everyone knows that Chery qq design is patented. From its Korean counterpart, Chery qq is distinguished only by the special design of the taillights. This car was sold with little success in Russia and neighboring countries. Technical equipment this model is no worse than Daewoo. For about 340,000, the buyer could get a complete set that he would not find in other similar cars in this class. Quality materials have been incorporated into this machine.
The car turned out to be a worthy copy Korean Daewoo. Many rightly believe that the fake is somewhat superior to the original model. Now Chinese company replaced this model with the more successful Chery Kimo.
Laibao SRV
By the name of this car, you can guess that we have a copy of the famous Honda CR-V. In China, this car costs a little less than 400,000 rubles. The appearance of the body is reminiscent of the previous generation Honda CR-V. More than these cars are not similar to each other. This is exactly the case when the Chinese failed to make a high-quality copy of the car. IN Laibao SRV changed the appearance of the car is not very good. There are large gaps between the bodywork. With the naked eye, it is easy to determine that we have a Chinese fake car.
As for the interior of the cabin, everything is so bad here that it can hardly even be called a fake. The engine of this model is clearly weak, as it is difficult to start in adverse weather conditions. The car of this brand is not sold in any country except China. Who knows, maybe if the automaker tried to show at least a little creativity and create its own model, it might turn out to be a worthy representative of Laibao.
Hongqi HQD
On one of automotive presentations Hongqi Automobile Company spokesman said that the HQD model is completely superior to the original model. Someone could immediately guess that we are talking about the legendary car Phantom. But law firms put bans on this brand of car, so it will be very difficult to sell it. This car has a low quality interior compared to the original. Even looking at the photo, you can conclude that the car is not as good as the original.
Chery Amulet
More recently, it was believed that Chery Amulet is one of the most popular Chinese cars in Russia. Sales of the Amulet stimulated retail chains of the Chery brand. The car is copied from the car Seat Toledo. In China, this machine was presented 13 years ago. Many reviewers praised this model for its economic performance. Passenger safety in Chery Amulet turned out to be very low. In European crash tests, this car received only one star out of five possible.
Geely MK Cross
Geely MK Cross is widely found on the expanses of domestic roads. This car copied the design of Dacia Sandero, which is a subsidiary of by Renault. The car was originally designed for Russian market, so the Chinese did not think how to develop for European consumers. Externally, the car looks decent enough. There are two body styles: sedan and hatchback.
Car enthusiasts do not have much respect for fakes from other well-known brands, but still many turn a blind eye to this due to affordable prices. Now you can find cars of absolutely any class. In Russia, sedans are most often found, as they are the most sold. As for the quality, it is very difficult to guess here. Critics recommend paying attention to the build quality of cars from China. It must be understood that the cheaper the car, the more flaws it has.
Chinese fake cars: pros and cons
Cons of Chinese cars:
- Poor quality and poor build quality.
- Poor passenger safety.
- environmental parameters.
- Cheap materials in production.
Advantages of Chinese cars:
- which attracts new customers.
- Design and equipment very often surpasses domestically produced cars.
- Good equipment of salons with electronics.
- Spare parts prices.
It is impossible to say unequivocally bad or good cars from China. Here it is worth proceeding from the tastes and financial capabilities of customers. Now such brands as Geely, Chery, Great Wall. The Chinese are very unpredictable, so it is possible that they will conquer the world market, as the Koreans did in their time.
Since China began to clone everything that can be purchased by people, world manufacturers have not done anything! Sanctions were imposed, international courts were appointed, enterprises of well-known brands were transferred to the “Celestial Empire”. But nothing helped.
IN last years China's auto industry has also been successfully drawn into the "clone whirlpool".
The only Chinese argument has always been expressed by the formula: “All copies and fakes of well-known brand names are made for domestic use. If you don't want it, don't buy!" But the point is that they want and buy! And this applies not only to clothes, shoes and household appliances.
Hand on heart, tell me, would you refuse, for example, to purchase the same legendary Rolls-Royce at an affordable price, jump over country bumps on SUV Toyota, but learn to drive on a "crazy stool" like Daewoo Matiz, and that they are all new and inexpensive? So each of these desires can be real thanks to the Chinese "clones". By the way, over the past 5 years, the situation with the quality of such cars has changed for the better. Still don't believe? Well ... Let's see what offer is on the car market, and what is the price of this reality.
JAC Refine A6 - almost Audi A6
Have you seen it? Block the badge on the hood with your palm and ask a passer-by what car you are standing next to. You can even take money for every wrong answer - you won't lose!
The Chinese sedan of 2014 does not even try to “hide” behind the reshaped headlights, side lights and bumper. Copy - and that's it!
The length of the base of the car is 4995 mm, the width is 1865 mm, the height is 1503 mm (4920/1870/1460 mm for the 4th generation Audi A6, respectively). Even surpassed in size!
In terms of power, however, the Chinese counterpart is much inferior famous brand, being represented by two modifications with turbocharged gasoline engines: 1.5-liter, with a capacity of 170 hp, a torque of 251 Nm, as well as a 2-liter, with 190 hp. and 280 Nm. Transmission presented robotic box DCT, which has 6 steps.
"Jack Refine A6" is an incomplete clone, since it was not possible to copy the exact same interior furnishings that the Germans have. Well, what of that? Who will look inside on the go?
The "clone" in the basic configuration costs about 150,000 - 200,000 rubles cheaper than the "original": a little more than 2,000,000 rubles. The price is also "biting", but what can't you do for the sake of prestige?
Video: JAC Refine A6 review
Specifications JAC Refine A6
Zotye M300 - legal Fiat Multiplan
But as for the Zotye minivan with the M300 index, everything is legal here.
The car has been produced in China since 2010 after Chinese automakers bought the rights to its production from Italians.
There is not so much information about the car, which, in general, is not surprising, since the “small trailer” is of strategic importance for China: modification with electric motor works as a taxi in one of the megacities of the country.
In Russia, a car can be purchased at average price 850 000 rub
Specifications Zotye M300
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| body type | Minivan |
| Number of seats/doors | 5-6/5 |
| Drive unit | Front |
| Engine cylinders/valves | 4/16 |
| Engine capacity | 1.5/2.0 l |
| Engine power | 103 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm |
| Gas tank volume | 63 l |
| Max speed | 160 km/h |
| Body length | 4089 mm |
| Body width | 1871 mm |
| body height | 1695 mm |
| Front suspension | MacPherson |
| Rear suspension | torsion beam |
| Front brakes | Disk |
| Rear brakes | drums |
| Curb weight | 1400 kg |
| Tires | 195/60R15 |
Video: Zotye M300 review
Hongqi HQD, maybe Rolls-Royce Phantom?
So, we examined two models that are clones of famous brands. Let's move on to the car that caused a stupor in those who were present at its presentation. On the podium was none other than the famous Phantom from the glorious Rolls-Royce family!
Such ambitions have led to the fact that the manufacturers of such a “miracle” will now have to spend a lot of time on overcoming patent disputes, without solving which it is impossible to sell a car.
Not suffering from excessive modesty, the representative of the plant that built the limousine reported that their design is even better than the English counterpart!
Be that as it may, it is impossible to talk about the impeccable similarity of cars. Comparison of photographs alone immediately reveals a lot of inconsistencies. As eyewitnesses say, one cannot even draw analogies with interiors English and Chinese cars.
Nothing concrete can be said about the cost of the car either: until the debate regarding the legality of its production is over, it is unlikely that it will be possible to decide on the monetary equivalent. The estimated price of the car is $1,200,000.
Specifications of Hongqi HQD
| Options | Meaning |
|---|---|
| body type | F segment limousine, aluminum monocoque |
| Number of seats/doors | 4-6/4, electric rear doors |
| Drive unit | Rear |
| Engine | V12, 48 valves, longitudinal |
| Engine capacity | 6.0 l |
| Engine power | 408 HP |
| Transmission | Automatic transmission 6 steps with manual mode |
| Body length | 6400 mm |
| Wheelbase | Over 3500 mm |
| pendants | Automatic adjustment of clearance and damping degree, type - independent, multi-link, with pneumatic elements |
| Peculiarities | Availability of ABS+EBD+BA packages, control exchange rate stability DSC, xenon headlights, automatic windshield wipers, parking sensors, remote-controlled multi-zone climate control, heated front and side windows, the ability to install additional equipment at the request of customers |
Video: Hongqi HQD Review
Yema T70
If we talk about cars intended not for the government, cool businessmen and tourists, but for ordinary people, then one cannot fail to mention a clone of such famous model like "Volkswagen Tuareg" - "Yema T70".
Well, what can I say? Only one thing: yes, it reminds me of something. But tell me, do not all jeeps have similar body features? The peculiarity of the machine is that it is completely different in its concept from other Chinese “clonomobiles”. "Yema" not only copies the appearance, as other manufacturers do, but also tries to "boast" something original.
If you take the same interior, its finish is pleasantly surprising. No, not with some special details or inserts, but with strict quality factor and impeccable quality. And this despite the fact that there are only two options for finishing: artificial and genuine leather.
The Chinese model borrowed some features and details from such well-known brands as Jeep Grand Cherokee ( rear lights), Land Rover Freelander(radiator grille).
Much attention is paid to safety. Like any modern car, Yema T70 is equipped with ABS + EBD, rear parking sensors with 4 sensors. As an additional option, it is even possible to install a rear view camera! In general, the replacement of the Tuareg is quite real. Note also that there is also an electric version of this machine!
About cost. The basic equipment is not too cheap, and in our country today with the current exchange rate is about 910,000 rubles. At least for the same version with an electric motor, you will have to pay 2,450,000 rubles.
Specifications Yema T70
| Options | Meaning |
|---|---|
| body type | crossover |
| Number of seats/doors | 5/5 |
| Drive unit | Full |
| Engine | 4-cylinder, atmospheric, petrol |
| Engine capacity | 1.8 l |
| Engine power | 131 HP |
| Torque | 170 Nm |
| Body length | 4555 mm |
| Body width | 1835 mm |
| body height | 1715 mm |
| Front suspension | MacPherson |
| Rear suspension | Multi-link |
| Front brakes | Disk |
| Rear brakes | Disk |
| Curb weight | 1565 kg |
| Transmission fur / auto | 5-speed/stepless variator |
Video: Yema T70 review
Daewoo Matiz or Chery QQ
There was a time when the Korean "female" runabout was criticized for being copied from somewhere. So with "Cheri Ku-Ku" you can see the effect of "déjà vu" in action. The cunning Chinese managed to convince the whole world that this model was produced under the Daewoo license, and for a long time there were no problems with selling cars to other countries.
Chery QQ. The clone surpassed the original in every way.
The scandal arose unexpectedly, and the production of "illegals" had to be stopped, reprofiling production for the production of a more modern Kimo. It's a pity! For a minimum cost of 350,000 r, you could buy a "bug" with a more expensive package than the Koreans and an amazing interior design.
Specifications Chery QQ
| Options | Meaning |
|---|---|
| body type | Class A |
| Number of doors | 5 |
| Drive unit | Front |
| Engine | Petrol, transverse |
| Engine capacity | 812 cm 3 |
| Engine power | 52 HP |
| Torque | 70 Nm |
| Body length | 3550 mm |
| Body width | 1495 mm |
| body height | 1485 mm |
| Front suspension | Spring, independent |
| Rear suspension | Spring dependent |
| Front brakes | Disk |
| Rear brakes | drums |
| Curb weight | 880 kg |
| Transmission | Robot 5 steps |
Video: Chery QQ review
Beijing Jeep BJ40 or Chinese UAZ "Patriot"
Well, we got to "ours"! Do not laugh, but be proud: the Chinese bad models do not copy. If they are interested in our "SUV", then it's worth it! It is not without reason that this model is so valued in the "Celestial Empire" that they do not even want to export it.
By the way, our car manufacturers were not against such an interpretation of our "goat" and were even preparing to produce it on the stocks of the enterprise in Ulyanovsk. But something didn't work out there. After suffering for 6 years with the refinement of the model, the Chinese turned it into a kind of fusion of UAZ with Jeep Grand Cherokee(the front part was especially successful) and launched into the series.
The Chinese turned this model into a kind of fusion of UAZ with the Jeep Grand Cherokee (the front part was especially successful) and launched it into a series.
The Beijing Jeep adopted short overhangs and high ground clearance from its prototype from the times of “developed socialism”, thanks to which it can “climb” along slopes, sometimes significantly exceeding an angle of 300.
It is not known how much this model was priced in Russia, but in China the car costs about 1,400,000 rubles in terms of our currency.
Specifications of Beijing Jeep BJ40
Video: Beijing Jeep BJ40 review
On the territory of China there are more than ten thousand different enterprises that produce absolutely any thing, from needles to cars. The latter must be mentioned separately. The Chinese market is flooded with fakes of expensive brands and products. This also applies to cars. In the Middle Kingdom, there are separate factories that produce exclusively original models from local designers, but copies of existing, popular brands attract special attention.
Are Chinese car manufacturers breaking the law?
If not for local legislation, many companies would not crawl out of the courtroom. Chinese cars copy almost all the qualities of the product. With the naked eye, you can see the similarity not only in design, but sometimes in emblems.
There is no copyright law in China, so any claims against unscrupulous manufacturers can only be verbal. This problem concerns not only the automobile market. If the situation were different, there would be no Chinese analogues of smartphones and popular clothing brands on the shelves.
Very high quality fake in terms of detail. Usually only the external design is copied. But in this model everything was stolen from Porsche Macan. Here and the rounded design of the SUV, and large headlights such as "Fish-eye", and an exquisite interior, which, unlike the original, contains fake leather.
Depending on the class of the car, its price for a fake also changes. So, for the Chinese market, you need to produce clones at an affordable price. Manufacturers did not think long and chose Daihatsu Terios, popular in Europe. This is a classic small car, which is convenient to use in urban areas.
This is the third car from Zotye. This company specializes in detailed copying of external design. This time they released almost a twin company Smart. In China, individual spare parts for such well-known concerns, but the assembly almost always takes place on the territory of the manufacturer. Therefore, copies in terms of technical characteristics are often inferior to their originals.
This Chinese car is widely distributed in Russia. Its external resemblance to the Volkswagen Passat, from which it was completely licked, attracts Russian motorists. Some argue that the premium Audi A6 was the prototype.
The record holder for a review of Chinese cars, the design of which was completely copied from existing models, is Zotye. For almost every model popular in Europe and the West, this concern has its own copy. Most of all, it is surprising when projects that are famous for their reliability are taken as the basis. And when a Chinese copy is made on their basis, the logic refuses to work. So this time, the beloved by many Audi Q5 fell under the knife.
The Chinese automotive market has warmed many manufacturers who do not want to invent new things, but successfully copy what is available. They especially liked the Volkswagen Passat, on which several concerns have already made their own versions. This model is from Dongfeng company was presented to the public already in 2015, and during this time the number of copies sold domestically exceeded 100 thousand pieces.
After Saab discontinued the 9-3 and 9-5 models in 2008, it sold the rights to production base Chinese concern Shenbao. However, the new owners did not use the received technologies for their intended purpose. They began to use the acquired base for the manufacture of inexpensive, it is worth noting that high-quality, copies of the Mercedes C-class. Only the exterior of the car was copied.
In this case, it is difficult to say that this is a copy Jeep Wrangler. Many buyers spoke highly of this Chinese car, a big plus which is the patency and availability of parts on the aftermarket.
Another fake to think about. Many argue that the resemblance to the BMW i3 cannot be overlooked. But even if we talk technically, the German original is an electric car of the sedan class, and the Brilliance V3 is 100% crossover at the request.
Great popularity car range Rover Evoque could not leave cold-blooded Chinese craftsmen. They were able to almost completely steal the external aggressive and internal exquisite design. Specifications and the reliability of the insides are in doubt, but the price is 3 times lower.
The forums are constantly arguing about the theft of Chinese engineers. Someone claims that these are only small fragments, because of which it is impossible to argue about obvious plagiarism. But in this case, all experts came to an unambiguous opinion - a replica.
In 2007, the Chinese concern Shuanghuan introduced a mirror copy of the popular german car BMW X5. Such obvious plagiarism does not allow to doubt the source of inspiration for the designers. However, many residents of the Middle Kingdom saw this as a plus for themselves. They eagerly began to acquire such a car.
Lifan is an enterprise that knows what it wants. The lineup company consists entirely of best cars representatives of the European market. And so they had to remake the Fiat 500L for their fellow citizens.
Most of all, German designers suffer from arrogant plagiarism, who for many years have verified their own distinctive features. However, pangs of conscience are unusual for Chinese engineers, so they used everything from Mercedes B-class in your new creation.
Sometimes, in an effort to create something worthwhile, the Chinese go to extremes. It would seem that Rolls-Royce products are from the opposite league, but no. The purpose of the Phantom plagiarism was an attempt to provide buyers with a refined car that could be used in official meetings. But any person who has ever sat in the original, or even seen it, will immediately recognize the fake.
What new car fakes were made in China in 2018?
Most of the "exclusive" and "copyright" Chinese goods are fake. Almost any worthwhile product can be found in China for half the price. First of all, this affects the quality of the purchased product. But even in this situation, those who steal car ideas do not stop at their craft. Every month, depending on the ingenuity of world experts, new fakes come out.
CHERY EQ1
Electric cars are becoming more and more popular. And what could be better for Chinese designers than a small car that sells well. This model was based on Japanese Toyota iQ. Even in the title itself there is a clear plagiarism and unwillingness to add one's own.
Crossovers are loved in the Middle Kingdom, especially by rural residents, for whom long-distance trips are a regular routine. The American Chevrolet Spark was chosen for the new creation.
