Huanghai Plutus

Huanghai Plutus
Huanghai Plutus II
Overview
ManufacturerSG Automotive
Production2007–present
Model years2007–present
Body and chassis
Class
Body style4-door crew cab
LayoutFront-engine, rear-wheel drive/Four-wheel drive

The Huanghai Plutus (大柴神) is a pickup truck produced and sold by Chinese automobile manufacturer SG Automotive under the Huanghai Auto brand since 2007. The first generation sold from 2007 to 2012 was a compact pickup truck, while the second generation model sold from 2012 has grown to the midsize pickup segment. The second generation model shares the platform with the Huanghai Landscape F1 SUV.

First generation

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Huanghai Plutus
Overview
ManufacturerSG Automotive
Also calledHuanghai Steed (Aojun)
Effa Plutus
Production2007–2012
Model years2007–2012
Body and chassis
LayoutFront engine, rear-wheel drive
RelatedJAC Ruiling
Powertrain
Engine2.4 L petrol I4
2.8 L turbo diesel I4
3.2 L turbo diesel I4
Transmission5-speed manual
Dimensions
Wheelbase3,380 mm (133 in)
Length5,350 mm (211 in)
Width1,725 mm (68 in)
Height1,690 mm (67 in)
Curb weight2,575–2,675 kg (5,677–5,897 lb)[1]


The double-cab first generation Huanghai Plutus is available in 4X4 and 4X2 models, and is powered by an Isuzu-derived 4JB1T 2,771 cc diesel turbo engine that makes 100 hp and 230 Nm of torque at 2,200 rpm.

No automatic transmission was available for the Huanghai Plutus and the sole transmission option is a five-speed manual.

A variant called the Huanghai Steed (Aojun, 傲骏) is also available featuring a restyled front fascia.

Markets

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Malaysia

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The standard Huanghai Plutus model in Malaysia includes ABS, EBD, driver’s airbag, MP3/CD player, fog lamps, power windows, electric wing mirrors and reverse sensor. The first generation Plutus is priced at RM61,923.60 for the 4X2 and RM70,923.60 for the 4X4 model. The warranty is at just two years or 60,000 km.[2]

Vietnam

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The PMC Premio Max is the Huanghai Plutus Classic sold in Vietnam with different badging. The truck was assembled in Vietnam by Mekong Auto, a joint venture between the Unification Church and North Korea.[3]

Uruguay and Brazil

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The Huanghai Plutus was also sold as the Effa Plutus by Effa Motors in Uruguay and Brazil.[4]

Styling controversies

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Styling of the pre-facelift first generation Huanghai Plutus has been controversial as the exterior design is heavily resembling the first generation Chevrolet Colorado. The post-facelift first generation model has a revised front end that resembles the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado instead.[5]

Second generation

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Huanghai Plutus II
Overview
ManufacturerSG Automotive
Also calledJAC Zhengtu[6]
ProductionMay 2012–present
Model years2012–present
Body and chassis
LayoutFront engine, rear-wheel drive
RelatedHuanghai Landscape F1
Powertrain
Engine2.4 L petrol I4
2.8 L turbo diesel I4
3.2 L turbo diesel I4
Transmission5-speed manual
Dimensions
Wheelbase3,500 mm (138 in)
Length5,560 mm (219 in)
Width1,850 mm (73 in)
Height1,790 mm (70 in)
Curb weight1,880–2,150 kg (4,145–4,740 lb)[1]
Huanghai Dachaishen 03 China 2014-04-16

The second generation Huanghai Plutus (大柴神) is essentially the pickup version of the Huanghai Landscape F1 SUV, sharing the same platform and same front fascia design. It was launched in May 2012.[7]

Powertrain

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The second generation Plutus is available with a 2.4 liter gasoline engine and a 3.2 liter turbo diesel engine. The 3.2 liter inline-4 turbo diesel engine is supplied by FAW Dachai and produces a maximum power of 107 hp(79 kW)at 3200rpm and a maximum torque of 245N·m at 2000rpm.[8]

Styling controversy

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Because the second generation Huanghai Plutus is based on the Landscape F1, its styling has been controversial as the exterior cab design is heavily resembling the first generation Kia Sorento, with the lower front bumper inserts resembling those found on the Mercedes-Benz M-Class.[8]

References

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  1. ^ a b "曙光汽车小柴神参数". {{cite journal}}: Cite journal requires |journal= (help)
  2. ^ "Huanghai Plutus pick-up truck – 2.8L M/T from RM62k". {{cite journal}}: Cite journal requires |journal= (help)
  3. ^ "PMC Premio Max". {{cite journal}}: Cite journal requires |journal= (help)
  4. ^ "Effa Motors". www.effamotors.com.br. Archived from the original on 2010-11-11.
  5. ^ "Huanghai Plutus Pick-Up: Now What Does It Remind You Of…". 10 May 2008. {{cite journal}}: Cite journal requires |journal= (help)
  6. ^ "2013 JAC Zhengtu pickup technical specs". Retrieved 26 November 2020.
  7. ^ "Huanghai Plutus Luxury Pickup Truck". {{cite journal}}: Cite journal requires |journal= (help)
  8. ^ a b "外形威猛大气 大柴神至尊版标准型实拍".
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