CAR COPYING BY CHINA’S MANUFACTURER
The Chinese automobile market has historically been difficult for foreign manufacturers to penetrate due to various restrictions. As a result, domestic manufacturers in China have tended to create designs that are heavily influenced by popular models from established brands.
China has copied designs from other countries and manufactured those designs for sale in China and Pakistan. However, it is more common for Chinese manufacturers to copy designs from established brands and then produce those designs for sale in China and other countries around the world, including Pakistan. This practice has been a point of controversy and criticism from the global community, particularly from the countries whose intellectual property has been copied.
In this blog, we will discuss several popular cars and bikes that have been allegedly copied and sold by Chinese manufacturers
Table of Contents
1. CARS
a. Landwind X7 – This Chinese-made SUV bears a striking resemblance to the Range Rover Evoque, with a similar sloping roofline and front grille design. The Landwind X7 was first introduced in 2014 and is powered by a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine that produces 188 horsepower and 250 Nm of torque. The SUV is available in both front-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive configurations and features a six-speed manual or automatic transmission. In terms of safety features, the Landwind X7 comes equipped with six airbags, electronic stability control, and a rearview camera.
b. Geely GE – The Geely GE is a Chinese luxury sedan that was heavily inspired by the Rolls-Royce Phantom, with a similar grille, headlights, and overall body shape. The Geely GE was introduced in 2009 and is powered by a 3.5-liter V6 engine that produces 272 horsepower and 340 Nm of torque. The sedan comes equipped with a six-speed automatic transmission and features a number of high-end features, such as a touchscreen infotainment system, a rear-seat entertainment system, and a refrigerator in the rear center console.
c. BYD F8 – The BYD F8 is a Chinese convertible sports car that bears a strong resemblance to the second-generation Mercedes-Benz SL. The BYD F8 was introduced in 2009 and is powered by a 2.4-liter inline-four engine that produces 140 horsepower and 200 Nm of torque. The sports car comes equipped with a five-speed manual or automatic transmission and features leather seats, power windows, and a six-speaker sound system.
2. BIKES
a. Honda Grom clone – The Honda Grom is a popular mini-bike that has been replicated by various Chinese manufacturers under different names, such as the Skyteam T-Rex and the SSR Razkull. These mini-bikes typically feature a 125cc or 150cc engine, a four-speed manual transmission, and a top speed of around 60 mph. They are known for their compact size, low seat height, and playful handling, making them popular among novice riders and city commuters.
b. Yamaha YZF-R1 replica – The Yamaha YZF-R1 is a high-performance sportbike that has been replicated by Chinese manufacturers under different names, such as the TZR 250. These replicas typically feature a 250cc two-stroke engine, a six-speed manual transmission, and a top speed of around 110 mph. While they may look similar to the original YZF-R1, they do not have the same level of performance or handling characteristics.
c. Ducati Panigale copy – The Ducati Panigale is a high-performance sportbike that has been replicated by Chinese manufacturers under different names, such as the 1199 Superleggera. These replicas typically feature a 250cc or 300cc engine, a six-speed manual transmission, and a top speed of around 90 mph. While they may look similar to the original Panigale, they do not have the same level of performance or handling characteristics.
Summary
China has been known for producing a large number of vehicles for both domestic and international markets. However, in recent years, some Chinese automakers have faced criticism for copying designs from established foreign automakers. Some examples of copied vehicles include the Landwind X7 SUV, which bears a striking resemblance to the Range Rover Evoque, the Geely GE sedan, which was heavily inspired by the Rolls-Royce Phantom, and the BYD F8 sports car, which bears a strong resemblance to the second-generation Mercedes-Benz SL.
Additionally, Chinese manufacturers have also produced replicas of popular bikes, such as the Honda Grom clone, Yamaha YZF-R1 replica, and Ducati Panigale copy. While these replicas may look similar to the original models, they often do not have the same level of performance or handling characteristics. It’s important to note that many Chinese automakers are also investing in research and development to produce their own unique designs and technologies.
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