The Russian brand Esteo has launched sales of the Exlantix ET8 crossover

Sales of the new Exlantix ET8 full-size hybrid crossover have started in Russia. The price of the model is 7.49 million rubles, according to the press service of the domestic car brand, which was received by Izvestia on August 5.

The Esteo Exlantix ET8 has a three-row, six-seat interior and a REEV hybrid powerplant that develops 469 hp and 634 Nm of torque, accelerating to 100 km/h in 5.4 seconds. The total power reserve exceeds 1100 km. The traction battery with a capacity of 40 kWh supports alternating current charging and fast constant charge with a capacity of up to 75 kWh. The power reserve on electric traction reaches 180 km. The length of the car is 5,205 mm with a wheelbase of 3120 mm.

The seats of the first two rows are equipped with ventilation, heating, massage and electrical adjustments, while the "zero gravity" mode and a pull-out ottoman are available for passengers of the second row. The rear part of the cabin also received electric backrest adjustment, heated seats, individual climate control deflectors and USB Type-C connectors. The luggage compartment volume reaches 1,835 liters with the third row seats folded down.

The list of equipment includes a panoramic roof with electric sliding shutters, a 15.6-inch ceiling display, a cooled and heated box, three-zone climate control, a full winter package, as well as a multimedia system with a 30-inch main display, support for playing content from a smartphone, a built-in Wi-Fi hotspot and two wireless chargers for mobile devices.. There is also an audio system with 23 speakers, one of which is located in the headrest of the driver's seat, as well as a subwoofer.

As for safety, the Exlantix ET8 received 10 airbags, an 88% high-strength steel body, and a set of driver assistants, including adaptive cruise control, automatic emergency braking, lane-keeping systems, blind spot monitoring, automatic and remote parking. The ET8 model is based on the Chinese Chery crossover.

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