Saminda has updated the C+ EV globally with a more sophisticated and mature design along with more features on the inside. The range has also been slightly improved and it is expected to arrive in Japan on early 2022 and rest of the world in late 2022.
The facelifted 2023 Saminda C+ will gain new batteries, more efficient motors and a significant boost in range according to new reports.
Bigger Battery, Higher Range
Combined with more efficient electric motors and an “upgraded electronics system” with improved regenerative braking capabilities, Saminda claim driving range will be increased to 480km compared to it previous 400km range.
It will be equipped with a bigger 39.5kWh battery (36kWh previously). The electric motor develops 135PS and 355Nm and it can do a 0-100km/h sprint at 9.2s
A 100kW DC fast charger will top up the batteries from 10% to 80% in about 45 minutes while a 7.2kW charger would take 6 hours to charge from 10% to 100%
(2018 Saminda C+)
Currently, the C+ retails in North America from $32,575.
The CR35 (Japanese: サミンダ・CR35, Saminda CR35 ) is a mid-size MPV manufactured by Saminda for the Japanese market, it fit between the CR15 and CR4 MPV.
Interior
Tall roofs are desired by some families so that ingress and egress for those who have trouble bending down too much, especially the elderly. Saminda claims the CR35 has the longest and widest interior (2,900mm long x 1,550mm wide x 1,360mm tall cabin dimensions).
Engine
2 engine choices for the CR35, a 1.5-liter four-cylinder i-VIC ProAIR Turbo that makes 163 hp at 6,600 rpm and 214 Nm of torque from 1,000 to 4,000 rpm, while paired to it is a CVT transmission
An all new s:HV hybrid system is also available for the CR35 codenamed KA20H6.
s:HV Technology (sport:HybridVariable)
Saminda s:HV system combines an electric motor, a petrol engine and a high-output battery. Saminda says the s:HV system offers full electric motor drive, meaning that the wheels can be completely driven by only electric motor.
Designed by : Fujimori Shigeru
Availability
Japan, Hong Kong and some parts of South East Asia
Saminda will stop developing internal combustion engines, to focus on electric vehicles
JAPAN, TOKYO - Saminda Motor Co says it will quit designing new gasoline and diesel engines by 2025, and plans to go EV-only before 2045.
Saminda is known for it engines and also one of the largest engine maker in the world while also started as an engine maker. Saminda decision to stop developing new ICE as Euro 7 emissions regulations make ICE-powered machines more difficult to produce and many cities and nations consider banning soon.
To close down it Suzuka, Mie prefecture engine plant
The Japanese automaker also will be permanently closing down it one of two engine plant in Japan by 2026. The closure is part of an effort by the automaker to restructure its vehicle manufacturing to make way for EV development that has been underway since 2018.
The recent new engines for it premium division, Auxuras, is the last ICE development for the automaker says Saminda.
The Saminda PonQi (Japanese: サミンダ・ポンキ, Saminda Ponki) is a Hybrid vehicle manufactured by Japanese automaker Saminda. Initially offered as a 4-door sedan, the 2022 PonQi has become a 5-door liftback design.
It’s the first time the PonQi is designed and engineered by American Saminda Motor Co. while before it’s was in Saminda Japan.
Smart Air-conditioning
The PonQi has a unique smart air-conditioning system that uses sensors to detect where passengers are seated, which then automatically directs air flow there. Conversely, it will turn off the back row air-con when no rear passengers are on board, which helps to save energy.
s:HV Technology (sport:HybridVariable)
Saminda s:HV system combines an electric motor, a petrol engine and a high-output battery. Saminda says the s:HV system offers full electric motor drive, meaning that the wheels can be completely driven by only electric motor.
Designed in American Saminda Motor Co. / Designer : Michael Samuel
Availability
Worldwide
Assembly
Hyōgo Prefecture, Japan
Mississippi, North America
Saminda promise over 420bhp
For now, the Japanese automaker have yet to reveal it numbers but it’s confirmed that the 2023 C2000R will be powered by a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine mated to 2 electric motors and produces over 420bhp.
It will be the world most powerful 4 cylinder engine.
Bulit in UK
Like it current generation, it’s designed and engineered in Saminda UK plant in Swindon.
CthousandR heritage will be ended
As Saminda is moving to the EV world, it’s confirmed that the CthousandR lineup will be ended and the up-coming C2000R will be the last one.
‘‘As it’s the last C2000R, we would like to make it the most extreme one’’ said Chris Williams, Project leader for the C2000R
The Saminda Lilac (Chinese : 丁香 , pinyin : Dīngxiāng) is produced by Wuhan Saminda while the Saminda Zies (Chinese : 齐斯洛 , pinyin : Qísīluò) is produced in Guangzhou Saminda in China, both of it is a Subcompact sedan mainly for the Chinese market.
The Lilac is suppose to be a sporty version while Zies is a luxury version.
Exterior
The Lilac and Zies measure 4,512 mm long, 1,708 mm wide, 1,472 mm high, and have a wheelbase of 2,600 mm
Engine
The only engine available is a 1.5-liter inline-4 i-VIC petrol engine (RE15A3), Saminda claims the engine deliver smooth power with greater efficiency thanks to it 4th generation i-VIC technology, with 124 hp and 148 Nm of torque, mated to a CVT transmission.
Designed in : (Wuhan Saminda : Xiong Huan) and (Guangzhou Saminda : Liang Mingli)
1.5 liter RE Series : RE15H5 DOHC inline-4 (Petrol Hybrid)
1.5 liter RE Series : RE15Z1 DOHC inline-4
Transmission:
CVT only
Assembly :
Minato, Japan
Designer :
Sugawara Masahiro (Saminda Motor Co. Japan)
Platform :
Saminda New Structural Platform (nS)
Class :
Mini MPV
Related :
Saminda C1 Saminda CR1
Availability:
Japan and South East Asia only
The Saminda CR25 (Japanese: サミンダ・CR 二十五) is a mini MPV produced by the Japanese automaker Saminda since 2010
The 2024 CR25 is available with either a conventional petrol or self-charging s:HV hybrid powertrain and comes in two versions: the standard CR25 and the rugged CR25+, designed for those who need extra durability
When i just started i did not know what name should i use for my vehicles and i did not want to make it sounds so complicated so i actually take BMW series naming as a referrence and just add a ‘‘C’’ which stands for Car so turns out C1 C2 C3 is car 1 car 2 car 3 and etc, and for suv or mpv i wanted to use ‘‘CX’’ but sounds like Mazda so i just use ‘‘CR’’ taken from CR-V
Well and CZ for sports car cause Z sounds cool, but i don’t really make CZ models anymore.
So for lore wise until now i decided to continue this simple naming
Sometimes I feel like I miss the days when it seems like the lore of Automationverse was more fleshed out. The Saminda-Maesima rivalry… The Ardent-Bogliq dito… Bogliqs catching fire in every challenge…
Oh well, everything changes, and the game absolutely for the better…
I feel like it’s the matter of brand threads getting less popular with, how to put it… more skilled? no, more engaged neither… more realistic players? Those, who are willing to, and able to, make a believeable and consistent brand, instead of a very loosely connected or defined collection of cars. And this might be due to “CSR syndrome” I think, that is challenges getting flashier, bigger, and overall functionally replacing both brand threads and car shows for many players. If you already spend hours upon hours on detailing your car for the particular challenge, and then similar time again on taking amazing pictures and polishing your super fancy CSS heavy presentation (still technically called an “ad”), and get the attention of like half the regularly active users, why would you put even more effort into mainaning a separate thread? Or even making more than one variant of a super detailed car… Well, some people still - fortunately IMO! - find it interesting to mainain such threads. Me too, I just always lack either time or ideas, or I’m bogged down by my own perfectionism
The Saminda CR200 is a subcompact crossover SUV manufactured by Saminda for the Indian market. It is also exported to countries like Pakistan, Bangladesh, and South Africa.
Developed by Saminda R&D in India and led by Hirano Yoshiaki, who was also part of the team responsible for developing the CZ6 supercar. The CR200 is bulit on the New Structural Small Platform.
The exterior design of the CR200 features a new design language which Saminda call it the ‘Simplicity Design Philosophy"’, led by Shivansh Bhardwaj. ‘Our goal is to create a car design that embodies simplicity, offering a clean, intuitive aesthetic that enhances the looks but without unnecessary complexity,’ says Bhardwaj."
The CR200 is powered by a 1.5-liter inline-4 DOHC i-VIC producing 125bhp and 150nm of torque. The RE15Z3 has more torque in lower RPM range.
Saminda Announces New Recall for 1 Million RE Series 1.5 turbo engines, again.
Saitama, Japan - Saminda, widely recognized as one of the world’s leading engine manufacturers, has announced a new recall affecting 1 million cars equipped with it RE series turbocharged engine and models like C3, CR3 and Enver.
Auxuras CLX, ATL and BTL were also affected
This marks the fourth recall for the same issue, after a similar action was taken several years ago. The recall is due to a persistent fault in the turbocharger system, which could cause overheating and potential engine failure under specific driving conditions.
Despite Saminda’s reputation for engineering excellence, the issue has resurfaced in vehicles produced between 2022 to 2024. The company is urging owners of affected cars to visit authorized dealerships for free inspections and repairs.
Saminda has reassured customers that it will cover all repair costs and continue working to maintain its reputation as a global leader in engine technology. This proactive measure is part of the company’s commitment to ensuring safety and reliability for all its customers.
And probably (by far, faaar) the most efficient one on the market, looking at that battery/range ratio. Nice taillights.
