Xi Jinping's Hongqi N701 draws attention at New Delhi summit
Chinese President Xi Jinping is heading to the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi on September 12 and 13, invited by Prime Minister Modi.
While global politics will take center stage, Xi's ride, the Hongqi N701, is grabbing plenty of attention.
This sleek, armored limousine is reserved for China's top leaders and has already turned heads during Xi's visits abroad, giving visual expression to China's industrial capability and projecting authority, continuity and state presence.
Armored 5.5m limousine with bulletproof features
The Hongqi N701 measures approximately 5.5 meters in length and packs some serious security features: bulletproof glass, reinforced armor, and bulletproof wheels and tires. It even has an air-compression system to guard against chemical threats.
Rumor has it there's a powerful V12 engine under the hood (408hp), and the design stands out with a bold grille and red-flag emblem.
Hongqi tied to leadership since 1958
Hongqi has been tied to Chinese leadership since 1958, blending tradition with cutting-edge tech.
The N701 isn't just about getting from A to B: it shows off China's focus on safety for its leaders and its push for industrial innovation.