Foton Saga and View G5 (MP-X)

CCF mod · 08-05-2007, 12:45 PM

Utility vehicle specialists Foton Automobile have displayed two cars at the Beijing show: the Saga, a full size SUV and MP-X, a full-size pick-up van.

The Saga, measuring 4705mm x 2060mm x 1685mm on a 2760mm wheelbase, was one of only a few genuine SUVs at the show, wich was otherwise dominated by smaller CUVs and compact cars.

Characterized by the massive radiator grille and headlamps with an upright stance, Saga shows ruggedness at the front, but combined with somewhat overly refined, Honda CR-V look-alike taillamps. Details are 'no frills', but its appeal will be to the drivers who want to enjoy the sheer driving experience on off-road.

The second vehicle on display was the MP-X pickup van. Understanding quickly the need for a full-size MPV like the Toyota Alphard and Nissan Elgrand in the future Chinese market, Foton looks to have jumped ahead in developing a competent MPV with the MP-X. Just like the Saga SUV, the MP-X features the massive front radiator grille and headlamps which sets the tone of the vehicle, while a split DLO is reminiscent of the Nissan Elgrand.

Foton Saga:

CCF mod · 08-05-2007, 12:47 PM

Foton MP-X:

CCF mod · 08-05-2007, 12:48 PM

Interior of MP-X:

BringIt · 08-06-2007, 02:15 PM

While I'm a little hesitant to say these cars are good looking, but they sure look modern, unlike many other "new" cars that already look dated. I esp like the van - pretty cool!

Chinese car design is catching up fast

Great job!

chinacartimes · 08-09-2007, 09:20 AM

I think I saw an MP-X yesterday, I was 'WTF is that' for a while.

Its unusual, to say the least. Definatly different from the other Chinese MPV's

phaeton · 08-09-2007, 10:45 PM

Saga looks like a CRV crossed with a SsangYong Kryon which isn't to me liking

The MP-X looks like a Toyota Kijang at the front crossed with SsangYond DNA with the rear looking like a Mercedes Vito and the interior looks cheesy with faux wood.

CCF mod · 01-03-2008, 03:55 PM

Foton MP-X:

CCF mod · 01-03-2008, 03:56 PM

CCF mod · 01-03-2008, 03:57 PM

CCF mod · 03-09-2008, 08:51 AM

More pictures:
http://car.autohome.com.cn/pic/series/2542.html
http://product.xgo.com.cn/pic_list/4107/

08-05-2007, 12:45 PM	#1
CCF mod Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Slovenia, Europe Posts: 16,227	Foton Saga and View G5 (MP-X) Utility vehicle specialists Foton Automobile have displayed two cars at the Beijing show: the Saga, a full size SUV and MP-X, a full-size pick-up van. The Saga, measuring 4705mm x 2060mm x 1685mm on a 2760mm wheelbase, was one of only a few genuine SUVs at the show, wich was otherwise dominated by smaller CUVs and compact cars. Characterized by the massive radiator grille and headlamps with an upright stance, Saga shows ruggedness at the front, but combined with somewhat overly refined, Honda CR-V look-alike taillamps. Details are 'no frills', but its appeal will be to the drivers who want to enjoy the sheer driving experience on off-road. The second vehicle on display was the MP-X pickup van. Understanding quickly the need for a full-size MPV like the Toyota Alphard and Nissan Elgrand in the future Chinese market, Foton looks to have jumped ahead in developing a competent MPV with the MP-X. Just like the Saga SUV, the MP-X features the massive front radiator grille and headlamps which sets the tone of the vehicle, while a split DLO is reminiscent of the Nissan Elgrand. Foton Saga: __________________ My rides: https://www.chinacarforums.com/forum/...ead.php?t=1976 Last edited by CCF mod; 06-24-2011 at 04:32 AM.

08-05-2007, 12:47 PM	#2
CCF mod Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Slovenia, Europe Posts: 16,227	Foton MP-X: __________________ My rides: https://www.chinacarforums.com/forum/...ead.php?t=1976 Last edited by CCF mod; 06-24-2011 at 04:33 AM.

08-05-2007, 12:48 PM	#3
CCF mod Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Slovenia, Europe Posts: 16,227	Interior of MP-X: __________________ My rides: https://www.chinacarforums.com/forum/...ead.php?t=1976 Last edited by CCF mod; 06-24-2011 at 04:33 AM.

08-09-2007, 10:45 PM	#6
phaeton Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Australia Posts: 827	Saga looks like a CRV crossed with a SsangYong Kryon which isn't to me liking The MP-X looks like a Toyota Kijang at the front crossed with SsangYond DNA with the rear looking like a Mercedes Vito and the interior looks cheesy with faux wood. __________________ VWNEWSBLOG https://twitter.com/VWNEWSBLOG https://www.facebook.com/vwnewsblog/ http://vwnewsblog.blogspot.com.au/

01-03-2008, 03:55 PM	#7
CCF mod Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Slovenia, Europe Posts: 16,227	Foton MP-X Foton MP-X: __________________ My rides: https://www.chinacarforums.com/forum/...ead.php?t=1976 Last edited by CCF mod; 07-12-2011 at 04:49 PM.

08-06-2007, 02:15 PM	#4
BringIt Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 507	While I'm a little hesitant to say these cars are good looking, but they sure look modern, unlike many other "new" cars that already look dated. I esp like the van - pretty cool! Chinese car design is catching up fast Great job!

08-09-2007, 09:20 AM	#5
chinacartimes Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 325	I think I saw an MP-X yesterday, I was 'WTF is that' for a while. Its unusual, to say the least. Definatly different from the other Chinese MPV's

01-03-2008, 03:56 PM	#8
CCF mod Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Slovenia, Europe Posts: 16,227	__________________ My rides: https://www.chinacarforums.com/forum/...ead.php?t=1976 Last edited by CCF mod; 07-12-2011 at 04:50 PM.

01-03-2008, 03:57 PM	#9
CCF mod Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Slovenia, Europe Posts: 16,227	__________________ My rides: https://www.chinacarforums.com/forum/...ead.php?t=1976 Last edited by CCF mod; 07-12-2011 at 04:50 PM.

03-09-2008, 08:51 AM	#10
CCF mod Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Slovenia, Europe Posts: 16,227	Re: Foton Saga and MP-X More pictures: http://car.autohome.com.cn/pic/series/2542.html http://product.xgo.com.cn/pic_list/4107/ __________________ My rides: https://www.chinacarforums.com/forum/...ead.php?t=1976 Last edited by CCF mod; 04-13-2012 at 05:29 PM.

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