Dongfeng Rich#Rich 6
The Dongfeng Rich is a series of pickup trucks produced by the Dongfeng Nissan joint venture of Chinese auto manufacturer Dongfeng Motor Corporation.
First generation
{{Infobox automobile
|name=Dongfeng Rich
|image=Dongfeng Rich China 2012-06-02.JPG
|aka=Dongfeng Oting (SUV)http://www.zznissan-oting.com.cn/ official Dongfeng Oting website
|production=1999–2014
|assembly=Zhengzhou, Henan (Zhengzhou Nissan)http://www.zznissan.com.cn/ official Website of Zhenzhou-Nissan (since 2003 a part of Dongfeng Motor)
|class=Compact pickup truck
|related=Dongfeng Oting
Nissan Xterra
Nissan Navara
Nissan Patrol
|layout=Front-engine
rear-wheel drive / Four-wheel drive
|engine=Petrol ZG24 2.4L (2438cc)
Diesel ZD25TCI turbo 2.5L (2498cc)
Diesel ZD30D13-4N2 turbo 3.0L (2953cc)
|transmission=5-speed manual
|wheelbase={{convert|3050|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
|length={{convert|5080|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
|width=2WD: {{convert|1820|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
4WD: {{convert|1720|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
|height=2WD: {{convert|1680|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
4WD: {{convert|1715|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
|predecessor=
|successor=
}}
The first generation Dongfeng Rich is a pickup truck and a SUV based on the design of the Nissan D22 pickup truck due to the Dongfeng-Nissan joint venture using the Nissan F-Alpha platform. It is produced as a pickup and an SUV, which is essentially the pickup with a long roof bed cover. The diesel version is powered by a 2.5-liter turbo diesel engine mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox, producing a maximum output of 140hp and 305N·m or torque. The petrol version is powered by a 2.4-liter gasoline engine, producing a maximum output of 139hp and 217N·m or torque mated to a 5-speed manual gearbox.
File:2011 Dongfeng (Zhengzhou-Nissan) Rich SUV, front 8.16.18.jpg|Dongfeng Rich SUV.
File:Dongfeng Rich facelift 2 China 2016-04-07.jpg|Dongfeng Rich first generation facelift.
File:Dongfeng Rich Facelift Shishi 02 2022-04-29.jpg|Dongfeng Rich first generation facelift rear.
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{{anchor|gen2}} Second generation
{{Infobox automobile
| name = Dongfeng Rich
| image = File:Dongfeng Rich II China 2016-04-07.jpg
| aka = Dongfeng Oting (SUV)http://www.zznissan-oting.com.cn/ official Dongfeng Oting website
Peugeot Pick Up (Africa){{cite web | url=http://www.auto-motor-und-sport.de/news/peugeot-pick-up-fuer-afrika-1035116.html | title=Neuer Peugeot Pick-Up: Lastentier-Comeback für Afrika | date=23 June 2017 }}
| production = 2014–present
| model_years = 2015–present
| assembly = PRC: Zhengzhou, Henan (Zhengzhou Nissan)
Tunisia: Fouchana, Ben Arous (STAFIM as Peugeot Pick Up){{cite web | url=https://www.automobile.tn/magazine/actu/demarrage-de-la-production-locale-du-peugeot-pick-up.14.1138.html | title=Démarrage de la production locale du Peugeot Pick up | access-date=2018-09-17 | archive-date=2018-08-02 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180802011236/https://www.automobile.tn/magazine/actu/demarrage-de-la-production-locale-du-peugeot-pick-up.14.1138.html | url-status=dead }}
| class = Compact pickup truck
| related = Dongfeng Oting
Nissan Xterra
Nissan Navara
Nissan Patrol
Peugeot Pick Up
| layout = Front-engine
rear-wheel drive / Four-wheel drive
| engine = Petrol ZG24 2.4L (2438cc)
Diesel Nissan ZD25TCI turbo 2.5L (2498cc)
Diesel ZD30D13-4N2 turbo 3.0L (2953cc)
| transmission = 5-speed manual
| wheelbase = {{convert|3050|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| length = {{convert|5080|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| width = 2WD: {{convert|1820|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
4WD: {{convert|1720|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| height = 2WD: {{convert|1680|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
4WD: {{convert|1715|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| predecessor = Peugeot Hoggar (Peugeot Pick Up)
| successor = Peugeot Landtrek (Peugeot Pick Up)
}}
The second generation Rich pickup is also based on the same Nissan platform as the first generation Rich with the powertrain also being carried over, and was later rebadged as a Peugeot in some markets. The second generation Rich was launched in December 2014 with the front and rear end of the truck completely restyled and the interior updated.{{cite web | url=https://www.autohome.com.cn/news/201412/857403.html|title=售价8.38万元起 锐骐新一代正式上市| date=25 December 2014}} An update was launched in March 2017 to fulfill the National V emissions standard. The update features a powertrain with a 2.5-liter turbo diesel engine developing 140hp and 305N·m of torque, which is 24hp more and 25N·m more than the original version. The transmission is a 6-speed manual gearbox and both 2-wheel drive and 4-wheel drive variants are available.{{cite web | url=https://www.autohome.com.cn/news/201703/900166.html|title=售8.68-10.88万元 锐骐皮卡国V版上市| date=25 March 2017}}
File:Dongfeng Rich II 01 China 2016-03-29.jpg|Dongfeng Rich second generation front.
File:Dongfeng Rich II 02 China 2016-03-29.jpg|Dongfeng Rich second generation rear.
=2018 facelift=
The second generation Rich received a minor update in 2018 with the powertrain remain unchanged. The interior received a complete redesign with a 7 inch touch screen as the center piece featuring Bluetooth, phone connection, tire pressure detection, reverse radar and ESP. From the 2018 model year, 4-wheel drive models are also available.{{cite web | url=https://www.autohome.com.cn/news/201803/914594.html|title=售8.58-12.18万 新款锐骐皮卡正式上市| date=24 March 2018}}
File:Dongfeng Rich II facelift 01 China 2018-03-26.jpg|Dongfeng Rich second generation 2018 facelift front.
File:Dongfeng Rich II facelift 02 China 2018-03-26.jpg|Dongfeng Rich second generation 2018 facelift rear.
=2021 facelift=
The second generation Dongfeng Rich received a facelift for the 2021 model year and was launched in January 2021. The update includes a redesigned front end and revamped interior. The interior now features a 3.5 inch screen and a 7 inch full color display in the center console with reverse camera, Baidu Carlife, navigation, and online music integrated in the system. ESC is also added to the update. The diesel version is powered by a YCY24165-61 2.4-liter turbo diesel engine, producing a maximum output of 165hp(121kW)and 350N·m or torque. The petrol version is powered by a ATZD 2.4-liter gasoline engine, producing a maximum output of 158hp(116kW))and 235N·m or torque. The transmission is a 5-speed manual gearbox and both 2-wheel drive and 4-wheel drive variants are available.{{cite web | url=https://www.autohome.com.cn/news/202101/1100941.html|title=售7.78万元起 新款锐骐皮卡正式上市| date=15 January 2021}}
File:Dongfeng Rich 2021 facelift front left quarter view.jpg|Dongfeng Rich second generation 2021 facelift front.
File:Dongfeng Rich 2021MY 07.jpg|Dongfeng Rich second generation 2021 facelift rear.
File:Dongfeng Rich 2021 facelift interior.jpg|Dongfeng Rich second generation 2021 facelift interior.
=Peugeot Pick Up=
Due to the Dongfeng Peugeot-Citroën joint venture between PSA and Dongfeng, it was revealed in July 2017 that Dongfeng will manufacture a badge-engineered version of the Dongfeng Rich double cab pickup as the Peugeot Pickup.{{cite web|last=Padeanu|first=Adrian|title=Peugeot Back In The Pickup Truck Game With The New... 'Pick Up'|url=https://www.motor1.com/news/149039/2017-peugeot-pick-up-revealed/|work=Motor 1|date=21 June 2017}} The rebadged pickup would be on sale in Africa starting from September 2017.{{cite web | url=https://www.media.stellantis.com/em-en/peugeot/press/new-peugeot-pick-up-peugeot-returns-to-the-pick-up-market | title=New PEUGEOT Pick up : PEUGEOT returns to the pick-up market }}{{cite web | url=https://www.greencarcongress.com/2017/06/20170623-peugeot.html | title=Peugeot returns to the pick-up market in Africa; 2.5L diesel }}
Peugeot replaced it at the beginning of 2021 with the Peugeot Landtrek.{{cite web | url=https://www.carguide.ph/2020/12/peugeot-is-going-to-torture-test-its.html | title=Peugeot is Going to Torture Test Its 2021 Landtrek Pickup Truck }}
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{{anchor|Rich 6}}Rich 6
{{Infobox automobile
| name = Dongfeng Rich 6
| production = 2017–present
| aka= DFSK D1
Cirelli 8 (Italy)
| related = Nissan Navara D23
Nissan Terra
| assembly = Zhengzhou, Henan (Zhengzhou Nissan)
| width = {{convert|1850|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| length = {{convert|5290|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| height = {{convert|1810|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| battery = 68 kWh (EV version only)
| engine = {{ubl
|2.4L Nissan ZG24 I4 (petrol)
|2.5L Nissan ZD25T I4 (Turbodiesel)
}}
| motor = {{convert|120|kW|PS bhp|0|abbr=on}} Permanent magnet synchronous drive motor (electric)
| image = Dongfeng Rich 6 01 China 2019-03-14.jpg
| wheelbase = {{convert|3150|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
}}
A more upmarket model named the Rich 6 was launched in 2017 selling alongside the regular Dongfeng Rich. It is based on the third generation Nissan Navara with only the front end restyled.{{Cite web|last=James|date=2019-06-24|title=Dongfeng Rich 6 Pickup is a Rebadging Nissan NAVARA|url=https://www.chinapev.com/dongfeng/dongfeng-rich-6-pickup-is-a-rebadging-nissan-navara/|access-date=2020-10-27|website=China Car News, Reviews and More|language=en-US}} It is also available as an EV with a 68kWh battery and a single 120kW/420Nm electric motor.{{Cite web|title=Chinese Navara is the first electric ute|url=https://www.autocar.co.nz/autocar-news-app/dongfeng-rich-6-nissan-navara-is-the-first-electric-ute|access-date=2020-10-27|website=www.autocar.co.nz|language=en|archive-date=2020-10-31|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201031172750/https://www.autocar.co.nz/autocar-news-app/dongfeng-rich-6-nissan-navara-is-the-first-electric-ute|url-status=dead}}
A 5-door SUV bodystyle was also available as the Palazzo (Palasuo, 帕拉索).{{Cite web|title=The Big Read – Dongfeng (5/6) – Nissan conquers China, but Yulon fails|url=https://carnewschina.com/2022/04/17/the-big-read-dongfeng-5-6-nissan-conquers-china-but-yulon-fails/|access-date=2022-07-22|website=carnewschina.com|date=17 April 2022 |language=en}}{{Cite web|title=郑州日产-帕拉索|url=https://www.autohome.com.cn/5879/#pvareaid=100124|access-date=2022-07-22|website=autohome.com.cn|language=zh}}
Dongfeng Palasuo on display front right quarter.jpg|Dongfeng Palazzo front end
Dongfeng Palasuo on display rear right quarter.jpg|Dongfeng Palazzo rear end
=Powertrain and performance=
There are two engines available for the Rich 6. The 2.4-litre gasoline engine of the Rich 6 has a maximum power output of 158ps and peak torque of 230 Nm, mated to a 5-speed manual gearbox; the 2.5-litre turbo diesel engine of the Rich 6 has a maximum power output of 140 ps and a peak torque of 305 Nm, matched with a 5-speed manual gearbox and a 6-speed automatic gearbox from ZF with economic, sports and snow driving mode. The four-wheel drive system is supplied by BorgWarner, but without a rear axle differential lock. The suspension structure is front double wishbone and rear leaf spring, while the elastic element is 5 pieces of variable section steel plate. In terms of the off-road capabilities, the approach angle, departure angle and minimum ground clearance of Rich 6 is 31°, 20°, and 207mm. The Rich 6 is equipped with 255/70 R16 tires, with front disc brakes and rear drum brakes as standard.{{Cite web|title=Dongfeng Rich 6 Pickup is a Rebadging Nissan NAVARA|url=https://www.chinapev.com/dongfeng/dongfeng-rich-6-pickup-is-a-rebadging-nissan-navara/|access-date=2022-07-22|website=chinapev.com|date=24 June 2019 |language=en}}
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{{anchor|Rich 7}}Rich 7
Launched in June 2022, the Rich 7 is a more premium variant of the Rich 6, featuring a more civilian front end design. The Rich 7 model equipped with the M9T 2.3-liter turbo diesel engine produces a maximum output of 166hp(122kW)and 420N·m which is 3hp more and 40N·m more compared to the Rich 6 equipped with the M9T engine. The transmission is a ZF Friedrichshafen supplied 8-speed automatic gearbox.{{Cite web|title=售10.98-16.08万元 郑州日产锐骐7上市|url=https://www.autohome.com.cn/news/202206/1251129.html|access-date=2023-05-18|website=chinapev.com|language=en}} The Rich 7 also spawned the Dongfeng Palazzo 2022 facelift.
Dongfeng Rich 7 front quarter view.jpg|Dongfeng Rich 7 front end
Dongfeng Rich 7 rear quarter view.jpg|Dongfeng Rich 7 rear end
Dongfeng Palazzo 001.jpg|Dongfeng Palazzo 2022 facelift front end
Dongfeng Palazzo 002.jpg|Dongfeng Palazzo 2022 facelift rear end
References
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External links
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- [http://chinaautoweb.com/car-models/dongfeng-nissan-rich-pickup-truck/ China Auto web]
- [https://www.netcarshow.com/peugeot/2018-pick_up/ Net Car Show]
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