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Chinese automaker develops military electric SUV equipped with various technologies. The Dongfeng M-Hero 917 features a voice-controlled drone, night vision and more!
The Dongfeng M-Hero 917 stands out for its robust and imposing design, which appears to be carved directly from a rock, with striking exterior lines and an aesthetic dominated by geometric shapes and sharp creases. This electric SUV goes beyond a simple robust appearance, incorporating features typical of military vehicles.
Notable features include crab mode for advanced maneuvers, military night vision integrated into the dashboard and the ability to control a drone using voice commands, adding a futuristic and versatile touch to the vehicle.
Military electric SUV features unique design and technologies cutting edge
The Chinese brand goes further with the Dongfeng M-Hero 917, applying unique technological solutions and also bringing details such as the internal opening of the doors using a type of trigger. Therefore there is no handle, the movement of opening the door puts the hand in the firing position. There is also the option of opening with a button, if "Pull the trigger” is not your goal. It is very common nowadays to find vehicles with independent controls for rear seat passengers.
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In the Dongfeng M-Hero 917 electric SUV it is no different, however, with one detail, when lowering the central backrest, a screen appears inserted into the 8 inch LCD console, which can control the temperature and massage of the seats as well as the air conditioning and sunroof.
Among the options, the military SUV can count on a Gdus S400 drone. The equipment can take off and return to the vehicle simply with a voice command. For more complex maneuvers, the drone can also be controlled via the screen on the dashboard or via cell phone. Of course, this wouldn't be the cheapest option. Those interested should invest US$ 14 thousand, something around R$ 68 thousand for the drone.
New electric SUV can deliver 1088 horsepower
Another highlight of the Dongfeng M-Hero 917 military SUV can be operated on the instrument panel. Just below the multimedia center, the driver can activate the off-road controls and crab mode. Like the Hummer EV, the electric SUV can also steer the rear wheels. This allows for greater control and stability when driving the vehicle, especially on uneven terrain.
In the case of the Hero, the SUV is equipped with a mode that allows the rear wheels to steer at the same angle as the front. The other existing system is countersteer, in which the rear wheel moves in the opposite direction to the front, making parking easier, for example.
This convenience is already present in several other premium models such as the Porsche 911 GT3 and Mercedes S-Class. In China, the electric SUV has two engines: four electric motors, with a 142,7 kWh battery, which represents 1088 horsepower and 142,8 kgfm of torque. This entire package offers acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in 4,2 seconds and a range of 505 km in the CLTC cycle.
Dongfeng M-Hero 917 electric SUV costs R$440
The M-917 is the top of the line in Dongfeng's off-road segment. The launch took place last year, in China, however, it was this year that it began to be produced and distributed. The measurements of the military SUV are 4987 mm long, 2080 mm wide, 1935 mm high and 2950 mm wheelbase, in addition to 150 mm ground clearance.
The military SUV is sold in three color options and prices vary between 637.700 Yuan and 697.700 Yuan, the equivalent of around R$440 and R$480, respectively in direct conversion.
