Dongfeng Mage: Egypt's First Locally Made Electric Car Rolls Out of El Nasr Plant

The wait is over. Dongfeng Mage has officially become the first electric car manufactured in Egypt, rolling off the production line at the historic El Nasr Automotive plant. The reveal marks a turning point for the state-owned factory. That had been dormant for years before partnering with SN Automotive, the local distributor for Dongfeng vehicles. It's the first passenger car built at the iconic facility since the days of the Fiat 128 and Shahin.

El Nasr Plant Reopens With Dongfeng Mage

This isn't just another model launch. El Nasr Automotive, once synonymous with the Fiat 128 and Shahin that dominated Egyptian streets for decades, is back in the passenger car business. Dongfeng Mage represents the plant's return to manufacturing. It's a fully electric vehicle — a major pivot for a factory that built its legacy on combustion engines. SN Automotive played the key role in bringing the plant back online and securing the necessary local production arrangements.

Sales Timeline and Delayed Pricing

But when can buyers actually get one? Not right away. Sales are scheduled to begin early next year, and the company has postponed announcing prices until the car is ready for showrooms. The decision reflects the current volatility in the Egyptian pound and the difficulty of fixing a final price tag in a shifting exchange rate environment. Official pricing will be confirmed closer to the sales launch.

Seven-Year Vehicle Warranty, Ten for the Battery

163 hp and 240 Nm. Those are the core output figures for the single electric motor powering the front wheels. The battery is an LFP unit with a capacity of 50.82 kWh. Dongfeng Mage backs the car with a 7-year or 300,000 km warranty, while the battery gets a separate 10-year warranty with no mileage cap. That battery coverage is a strong statement in a market where long-term EV ownership costs remain a top concern for buyers.

445 km Range and Fast Charging

445 km on the CLTC cycle is the claimed range. Energy consumption stands at 12.8 kWh per 100 km. A DC fast charger takes the battery from 30% to 80% in 28 minutes, while a full slow charge requires 7.9 hours. The car also supports V2L, allowing it to power external devices at 220V — a practical feature for camping or outdoor use. Dimensions come in at 4.67 meters long, 1.9 meters wide. 1.63 meters tall, with a wheelbase of 2.77 meters.

Practical Specs: Ground Clearance, Boot, and Suspension

Daily usability matters, and the numbers look solid. Ground clearance is 145 mm, the car weighs 1,618 kg, and the boot holds 360 liters. The rear suspension uses a multi-link setup. That should translate to better ride comfort than a simpler torsion beam. Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h takes 8.7 seconds, and top speed is capped at 140 km/h. Dongfeng Mage is more than a product launch; it's Egypt's formal entry into the club of nations that build electric cars.