Cowin C3

Cowin C3
Overview
ManufacturerCowin Auto
Also calledChery E1
Chery E2
Chery Cowin 2
Cowin C3R (hatchback)
Chery eQ2 (EV)
Production2014–present (sedan)
2015–present (hatchback)
AssemblyWuhu, Anhui, China
DesignerGiuliano Biasio at Torino Design[1]
Body and chassis
ClassSubcompact (B)
Body style4-door sedan
5-door hatchback
LayoutFF layout
Powertrain
Engine1.5 L SQR477F I4 (petrol)
Electric motor57hp Permanent magnet synchronous electric motor (C3R EV & Chery eQ2)
Transmission5-speed manual
4-speed automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,510 mm (98.8 in)
Length4,250 mm (167.3 in) (sedan)
3,972 mm (156.4 in) (hatchback)
Width1,726 mm (68.0 in)
Height1,510 mm (59.4 in)
Curb weight1,206–1,208 kg (2,659–2,663 lb)[2][3]

The Cowin C3 sedan and Cowin C3R hatchback, is a subcompact car manufactured by the Chinese automaker Cowin Auto (subsidiary of Chery).[4] Cowin Auto, or Kaiyi (凯翼) is a new car brand under Chery Automobile with Cowin being derived from a product line into a brand of its own.

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  4. ^ Feijter, Tycho de (November 13, 2014). "This is the new Cowin Auto C3 sedan for the Chinese auto market". CarNewsChina.com.