Dongfeng Honda S7 event attracts 4.5m viewers

The S7 is the first high-end all-electric SUV manufactured by Dongfeng Honda. [Photo provided to en.whkfq.gov.cn] 

Dongfeng Honda unveiled the intricate engineering of the S7, its first high-end all-electric SUV, during a live-streamed event on March 11. 

This unique technical "masterclass" attracted 4.5 million online viewers, eager to witness the detailed dissection of the vehicle's body structure, power system, electronic controls, battery system, chassis, suspension, and intelligent cockpit. 

Safety is at the core of the Dongfeng Honda S7's design. Two-thirds of the body is constructed from high-strength steel, including a quarter made from submarine-grade hot-formed steel. This design allows the vehicle to deform and absorb impact energy effectively during collisions, ensuring driver protection. The front is fortified with a 1.4-meter-long dual-layer aluminum alloy crash beam.

Dongfeng Honda engineers unveiled the large black battery casing, exposing the battery modules inside, providing a rare glimpse into the vehicle's inner workings. The S7 is equipped with a custom-developed high-capacity ternary lithium battery from CATL, renowned for its resistance to extreme temperatures. 

Even in frigid conditions of -30 C, the battery retains over 90 percent capacity. In the event of overheating or fire, the battery's modular isolation cooling system extends the time for thermal runaway, offering a crucial escape window.

The dual-motor version of the Dongfeng Honda S7 boasts a 0-100 km/h acceleration time of just 4.6 seconds, yet achieves a "zero dizziness" experience. This is due to its 50:50 golden body weight distribution and an innovative "zero dizziness power curve", which reduces the pitch angle by 30 degrees, enhancing driving comfort. 

In 2024, Dongfeng Honda's new energy factory in Wuhan Economic & Technological Development Zone (WEDZ) commenced operations. This facility is Honda's first global benchmark new energy plant and represents the highest level of digital and intelligent manufacturing in Dongfeng Honda's history. It plans to launch 10 electrified models by 2030.