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Entity Snapshot
The Dongfeng eπ M8 is a suv EREV from DONGFENG-E, listed from $23,580 ex-factory. . Positioned for export buyers evaluating FOB cost, homologation and container logistics.
| Trim / version | Standard (base) |
| Battery | LFP |
| Range (CLTC / WLTP) | N/A / N/A |
| Drive power | N/A |
| Fast charge (30–80%) | N/A |
| FOB reference price | ≈ $23,580 (ex-factory reference) |
Powertrain & Architecture
| Drive layout | FWD |
| Motor type | PMSM (single motor) |
| Motor model | N/A |
| Motor power | N/A |
| Torque | N/A |
| 0–100 km/h | N/A |
| Battery thermal management | Liquid cooling |
| Heat pump | N/A |
| Front suspension | MacPherson strut |
| Rear suspension | Multi-link |
| Brakes | Front ventilated disc / rear disc |
| Drag coefficient (Cd) | N/A |
Fields map directly to the vehicle record; N/A where the manufacturer specification was not confirmed. Values without a cited source are left unstated rather than estimated.
Dimensions & Logistics
| Length | N/A |
| Width | N/A |
| Height | N/A |
| Wheelbase | N/A |
| Curb weight | N/A |
| Gross weight | N/A |
| Ground clearance | N/A |
| Trunk capacity | N/A |
Outer envelope & 40HQ packing (estimate)
- Outer volume (L×W×H)
- N/A
- Length grade
- N/A
- 40HQ units (rack/crate)
- N/A estimate
Basis: RoRo is the standard method; the 40HQ figure is a length-graded estimate for racked/crated container shipment — ≤4.0 m ≈ 3 units, 4.0–5.0 m ≈ 2 units, >5.0 m ≈ 1 unit per 40HQ (internal ≈12.03 × 2.35 × 2.69 m). Confirm packing density with the freight forwarder.
Market Compliance & Export Profile
| HS code | 870340 — 870340 — plug-in hybrid / hybrid electric vehicles |
| Charging interface | GB/T AC + GB/T DC (China domestic) |
| Charging adapter (export) | Type 2 (AC) adapter for EU AC charging |
| Infotainment language | Chinese / English |
| Network bands | N/A |
| Certification notes | EU: WVTA type approval; GB/T port needs Type 2 (AC) adapter. GCC: GSO conformity certificate. |
China-market vehicles use the GB/T charging standard; EU destinations require a CCS2 (DC) / Type 2 (AC) adapter or an OEM EU-spec port. Infotainment language and cellular band support are N/A where the manufacturer has not published export-spec details.
Estimated Landed Cost by Market
Estimated total import cost to each destination — duty, countervailing duty, VAT/GST, freight and compliance.
Confidence: Medium · Last verified: 2026-10-21
Estimated Landed Cost Breakdown — Germany
| Base price | $23,580 |
| Standard import duty | $2,358 |
| Countervailing duty | $0 |
| VAT | $4,928 |
| RoRo freight EV Hub estimate | $2,000 |
| Customs clearance EV Hub estimate | $350 |
| Certification EV Hub estimate | $3,250 |
| Registration EV Hub estimate | $500 |
| Inland transport EV Hub estimate | $500 |
| Estimated landed cost (total) | $37,466 |
Benchmarking Matrix
Same-segment, nearest-price competitors selected from the EV Hub catalog (517-vehicle pool). FOB column uses the ex-factory reference price.
| Model | Battery | Wheelbase | Fast charge | FOB (ref.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dongfeng eπ M8 (this model) | N/A | N/A | N/A | $23,580 |
| GAC Xiangwang S7 | 36.3 kWh | 2880 mm | 17min (30-80%) | $23,580 |
| iCAR V27 | 34.3 kWh | 2910 mm | 100 kW | $23,580 |
Source: EV Hub catalog (manufacturer specifications). Figures are for reference comparison only.
Data Sources & Verification
- ✓ Manufacturer specifications (base price, range, battery, dimensions)
- ✓ EU Reg 2024/2754 tariff rates (standard & countervailing duty)
- ✓ Market VAT / GST rates (official legislation)
- ≈ RoRo freight
- ≈ Certification
- ≈ Registration
- ≈ Customs clearance
- ≈ Landed cost total · 40HQ packing
Data source: EV Hub catalog + manufacturer specs (brakes/infotainment per manufacturer standard; numeric deep fields verified via spec tables + en.wikipedia.org, 2026-10-21) · Last updated: 2026-10-21 · Confidence: Medium · Status: Pending review
Specifications
| Price basis | China ex-factory price (MSRP) |
| Powertrain | EREV |
| Body type | SUV |
| Battery type | LFP |
Dongfeng eπ M8 (starting at $23,580) is a SUV from DONGFENG E.
Overview
Dongfeng eπ’s Dongfeng eπ M8 is an front-wheel-drive range-extended electric SUV. With a $23,580 ex-factory price, the SUV range-extended electric reads as value. For this SUV range-extended electric, Germany applies the 10% standard tariff with no countervailing duty, while the least-costly destination is Qatar, near +22.7% over base ($28,939 landed). Specification highlights are a MacPherson strut front / Multi-link rear suspension layout and LFP cells. The SUV range-extended electric profile suits regional distributors prioritizing price-to-spec value.
Landed Cost by Market
Estimated landed cost to import this vehicle into key export markets, including import duty, countervailing duty, VAT/GST, freight, and compliance costs.
| Destination | Region | Total landed (USD) | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Germany | EU | $37,466 | +58.9% |
| France | EU | $37,625 | +59.6% |
| Netherlands | EU | $37,884 | +60.7% |
| Sweden | EU | $38,592 | +63.7% |
| Denmark | EU | $42,022 | +78.2% |
| Spain | EU | $37,594 | +59.4% |
| Italy | EU | $37,994 | +61.1% |
| Belgium | EU | $37,634 | +59.6% |
| Austria | EU | $37,425 | +58.7% |
| Portugal | EU | $38,203 | +62.0% |
| Ireland | EU | $38,203 | +62.0% |
| Poland | EU | $38,058 | +61.4% |
| United Kingdom | Non-EU Europe | $37,375 | +58.5% |
| Norway | Non-EU Europe | $36,725 | +55.7% |
| Switzerland | Non-EU Europe | $32,559 | +38.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | Middle East | $30,446 | +29.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | Middle East | $32,922 | +39.6% |
| Israel | Middle East | $34,622 | +46.8% |
| Qatar | Middle East | $28,939 | +22.7% |
| Turkey | Middle East | $43,864 | +86.0% |
| Australia | Oceania | $31,788 | +34.8% |
| New Zealand | Oceania | $32,490 | +37.8% |
| Thailand | Southeast Asia | $29,880 | +26.7% |
| Malaysia | Southeast Asia | $31,884 | +35.2% |
| Indonesia | Southeast Asia | $43,960 | +86.4% |
| Singapore | Southeast Asia | $35,702 | +51.4% |
| Mexico | North America | $48,079 | +103.9% |
| Canada | North America | $33,309 | +41.3% |
| Brazil | Latin America | $43,814 | +85.8% |
| South Africa | Africa | $40,126 | +70.2% |
Detailed Breakdown — Germany
| Cost item | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base price | $23,580 |
| Standard import duty (10%) | $2,358 |
| VAT (19%) | $4,928 |
| RoRo freight | $2,000 |
| Customs clearance | $350 |
| Certification | $3,250 |
| Registration | $500 |
| Inland transport | $500 |
| Total landed | $37,466 |
Premium over base price: +58.9%
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