This is first SUV based on platform derived from Saab 9-3!

After first spy shots Senova X65, based on their Matrix platform which is derived from the platform of the Saab 9-3,  is ready for the Chinese car market, where it will be launched on March 21.

The Senova X65 is a new compact SUV, it debuted on the Guangzhou Auto Show in November last year. It is the first SUV under the Senova brand.

Beijing Auto says the Senova X65 is based on their Matrix platform, which is derived from the platform of the Saab 9-3. BAIC, the mother company of Beijing Auto, bought the rights the the platforms for the Saab 9-3 and the last-generation Saab 9-5 from GM in 2009. The deal included the Saab-developed 2.0 turbo and 2.3 turbo engines.

Source: carnewschina.com