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Ultra-luxury electric off-road SUV · 4W · Launched 2023
CNY 638,000 - 1,588,000 (Chinese market) / AED 549,000+ (UAE)
≈ ₹74.75 L (Indian market)
Indicative price · verify with manufacturer
Range
505 km
Battery
142.7 kWh
Top speed
200 km/h
Charge
12 hr
Power
1088 bhp
Seats
5
Dongfeng's Mengshi luxury off-road EV — sold as M-Hero 1 in export markets. Sold in China since 2023, UAE since 2024 — not officially sold globally. CNY 638,000 (USD ~88,400) starting. 1,088 hp quad-motor. 900mm wading depth retains military off-road DNA. Tank turn capability.
Best for
Chinese / UAE / Middle East luxury off-road buyers wanting G-Wagen rival with quad-motor tank turn
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Important: These issues were reported in earlier production batches and have largely been addressed by M-Hero (Mengshi, Dongfeng) in newer models through OTA updates and manufacturing improvements. If you experience any of these, ev.care's certified technicians can diagnose and resolve them — often in a single visit.
Production volumes deliberately limited
Reported in earlier models — M-Hero (Mengshi, Dongfeng) has released fixes for newer batches.
Real-world range 18-25% below rated on highways at AC + 100 kmph
Reported in earlier models — M-Hero (Mengshi, Dongfeng) has released fixes for newer batches.
DC fast charger compatibility varies by operator firmware
Reported in earlier models — M-Hero (Mengshi, Dongfeng) has released fixes for newer batches.
Touchscreen ergonomic lag in first 6 months — OTA-fixable
Reported in earlier models — M-Hero (Mengshi, Dongfeng) has released fixes for newer batches.
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| Battery capacity | 142.7 kWh |
|---|---|
| Range (ARAI) | 505 km |
| Charge time (0-100%) | 12 hours |
| Fast charge | 30-80% in 30 min (220kW DC) |
| Battery warranty | 8 years / 1,60,000 km |
| Battery repurchase | No |
| Top speed | 200 km/h |
|---|---|
| Power | 1088 bhp |
| Torque | 1230 Nm |
| Motor type | Quad PMSM (EREV option) |
| Drive type | 4WD |
| Kerb weight | 3500 kg |
|---|---|
| Ground clearance | 370 mm |
| Boot space | 600 litres |
| Seating | 5 seats |
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M-Hero (Mengshi, Dongfeng) 1 (Mengshi 917)
CNY 638,000 - 1,588,000 (Chinese market) / AED 549,000+ (UAE)
Bottom line
The M-Hero (Mengshi, Dongfeng) 1 (Mengshi 917) scores 7.4/10 overall. Best suited for: Chinese / UAE / Middle East luxury off-road buyers wanting G-Wagen rival with quad-motor tank turn. Key strength: 1,088 hp quad-motor is class-leading. Main consideration: not sold globally.
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