| Leopaard CS9 | |
| Manufacturer: | GAC Group |
| Aka: | Liebao CS9 |
| Production: | 2017–2020 |
| Model Years: | 2017–2020 |
| Assembly: | Guangzhou, China |
| Class: | Subcompact crossover |
| Body Style: | 5-door wagon |
| Layout: | Front-engine, front-wheel-drive |
| Predecessor: | Leopaard CS7 |
The Leopaard CS9 or Liebao CS9 is a subcompact crossover produced by Changfeng Motor of GAC Group under the Leopaard brand.[1]
The Leopaard CS9 debuted during the 2017 Beijing Auto Show,[2] and was introduced to the Chinese car market in April 2017 with prices ranging from 76,800 to 129,800 yuan.[3] An electric version called the Leopaard CS9 EV was also available with prices ranging from 195,800 to 205,800 yuan.
The CS9 is powered by a 1.5 liter inline-4 engine producing 113 hp or a 1.5-liter inline-4 turbo engine producing 150 hp. The 1.5-liter engine comes with a 5-speed manual gearbox, while the 1.5-liter turbo engine is available with either a 6-speed manual gearbox or a continuously variable transmission (CVT).[4]
The CS9 EV is the electric version of the CS9 crossover SUV. It was launched in 2017 with a 48.18KWh battery pack, supporting a range up to 158 miles (255km). Later in March 2019, the CS9 EV360 was launched as an upgraded variant. The Leopaard CS9 EV360 is equipped with a 50.58kWh battery pack, and is powered by a 90kW (122ps, 120hp) electric motor with a maximum torque of 260N.m. The energy density of the battery is 140.5Wh/kg, and the NEDC working range is 223 miles (360km).[5]