Oting Debuts in Russia with the Paladin SUV on Nissan Terra Platform
A new automotive brand named Oting is entering the Russian market, with sales expected to begin on January 15, 2024. This information comes from a message received by socialbites.ca from Sinomach Automobile, the company behind the launch. [Source: Sinomach Automobile press release]
The inaugural Oting model will be the Paladin SUV, built on the Nissan Terra platform. The basic configuration is planned to carry a price of 3.8 million rubles. Looking ahead, the manufacturer aims to set up large and small unit assembly facilities in Russia. The company also hints at unveiling two additional models based on the Nissan platform within 2024. [Source: Sinomach Automobile press release]
Dimensions for the Paladin SUV include a length of 4882 millimeters and a wheelbase of 2850 millimeters. The vehicle will be equipped with a two-liter Mitsubishi 4K31 turbo engine delivering 228 horsepower and 360 Newton meters of torque, paired with an eight-speed ZF automatic transmission. A selectable all wheel drive system with three differential locking modes is included. Front suspension uses a double wishbone setup, while the rear features a multi-link arrangement. In its base form, Paladin is a single wheel drive model. [Source: Sinomach Automobile press release]
Available features in the Paladin include LED headlights, a 12-inch multimedia display with six speakers, wireless phone charging, a power sunroof, parking sensors, and a surround view system that helps the driver see around the car. [Source: Sinomach Automobile press release]
A distribution agreement between Sinomach Automobile and Zhengzhou Nissan, a joint venture between Nissan and the Chinese firm Dongfeng, has been signed for five years. The plan envisions selling about 10,000 cars annually over the next three years. In the initial stage, sales and service coverage will focus on Moscow and St. Petersburg, with 15 dealerships planned for the city of St. Petersburg and additional dealer locations to follow in other regions of Russia. [Source: Sinomach Automobile press release]
Context from the broader market notes that Russian automakers are expanding winter-focused options, with Lada Vesta models already offering notable winter features. [Source: Sinomach Automobile press release]