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2016 Wuling Hong Guang S1 MPV Introduced For China

While the U.S. market never really took to the idea of the MPV, China and other nations certainly have. SAIC-General Motors-Wuling have introduced the latest Wuling Hong Guang: the S1 MPV.

Wuling says the new design language for the Hong Guang S1 is characterized by “flowing body lines and bold rear styling,” along with abundant chrome accents, to “stay in tune with modern consumers’ aesthetic preferences.” The modern looks are coupled with a 1.5-liter P-TEC DVVT engine, providing spirited power delivery, but the fuel economy customers require, says Wuling.

And, to combat some of China’s rough roads, the 2016 Hong Guang S1 has been lowered for smoother driving dynamics, and now includes electric power steering.

Inside, the interior features some of the latest amenities for Chinese drivers. An eight-inch multimedia display commands Bluetooth, navigation, phone connectivity and USB accessibility should the need arise. Wuling’s “wing-shaped” interior design is paired with a double-barrel dashboard with piano-black and chrome accents abundant.

The 2016 Hong Guang S1 MPV arrives in three variants: Standard, Comfort and Luxury. Prices begin at RMB 60,800 and top out at RMB 69,800, or $9,517 USD to $10,926 USD.

Former GM Authority staff writer.

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  1. Oustanding design , these Chinese know how to design what works for their customers . This is a perfect style to sell in India , perhaps !!

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    1. This model is a complete failure in India. Indian buyers have changed a lot in the last decade. Their aspirations have gone higher. Yes, the majority of sales are in the small car (entry level) segment (<$12000). But, the last 3-5 years, sales are growing rapidly in the next 2 segments ($12000-$25000). Also, we need to understand that cars are costlier in India than in USA. Plus, the income in India is considerably lower. A salary of $7500/annum is a very good salary in India. And a person who is getting that salary is trying to buy a $7500-$15000 car. If a person can get 1/3rd the salary of a normal US citizen, he will be buying what the US person buys. Yes, an average Indian buyer is not buying what an average US citizen buys but people here are not buying decade old or boxy cars or the ones like above pic these days. Cars doing well here are equivalent to European cars and certainly above Brazil/China/Russian cars. In 3-4 years, the technology here will be equal to cars in US. For ex., VW Lavida, a top selling car in China based on first generation Octavia is not even heard here. The Octavia on sale here is the one that is sold in Europe. Almost all cars available here (except some entry level cars) are the ones sold in Europe and Australia currently.

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  2. “While the U.S. market never really took to the idea of the MPV — ”

    I’d rephrase that as —

    “While the U.S. carmakers never wanted the MPV to succeed — “

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  3. Gm finally has an answer to the Plymouth Voyager albeit 30 years later.

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    1. Agree , no sliding doors that can be an inconvenience and a maintenance issue , superb greenhouse , this could be a volume seller in North America . As well , from the looks and engine size , this will be a compact sized vehicle and fit into that segment beautifully !! There are serious negative blogs about GM importing vehicles from China , but here , perhaps , is a product that could be sent(less engine/drivetrain) in a box/crate etc and assembled in North America ? This could just be the volume seller that GM needs here to reach the young families !!

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