Dongfeng Unveils Aeolus L8 Plug-In Hybrid with 355 HP and 248 km Electric Range
China: Dongfeng has officially launched the Aeolus L8, a new plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) powered by the company’s Mach Electric Hybrid system. The setup combines a 1.5-liter turbocharged engine, an electric motor, and a 30.3 kWh lithium iron phosphate battery, producing a total output of 355 horsepower.
Impressive Range and Performance
The Aeolus L8 offers two all-electric ranges under CLTC standards: 126 km and 185 km, depending on the model. Independent tests by the China Automotive Technology & Research Center (CATARC) showed the vehicle can travel up to 248 km on electric power alone, with a total range of 2,245 km, making it one of the longest-range plug-in hybrids currently available.
Charging and Efficiency
Fuel efficiency tests by CATARC recorded 41.66 km per liter. The Aeolus L8 supports 3C fast charging, allowing the battery to charge from 20% to 80% in just 18 minutes under ideal conditions.
Advanced Safety and Technology
The vehicle comes with 28 Level 2 Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) features, including:
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Adaptive Cruise Control
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Lane Keeping Assist
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Automatic Emergency Braking
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Traffic Sign Recognition
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Parking Assistance
Safety equipment includes six airbags and a digital rearview mirror, while the cabin features a digital interface with AI-powered voice assistant, developed with DeepSeek and ByteDance’s Doubao.
Global Plans
Dongfeng plans to introduce the Aeolus L8 to international markets, including the Middle East and South America. The Aeolus brand, originally launched under Fengshen in 2009, now offers sedans and SUVs designed for general consumers.
The company also announced plans to release solid-state battery electric vehicles by 2026, aiming for over 1,000 km range and enhanced battery safety.
