Turkey first domestic sports car Launched as Etox, it was implemented by the company Ertex Oto Dekorasyon. For Turkey, which has long dreamed of a domestic car, the Etox brand caused great excitement by breaking a path that no one had trod before.

The design and all other details of the car, the engine and electrical parts of which were supplied from abroad, were revealed by Turkish engineers. Introduction August 30, 2007 The name of the first 2017 model was given in accordance with the date of introduction. victory Was called. This vehicle would later be followed by sedan and commercial models.

The first car to say ‘Made in Turkey’: Etox Zafer

Ertex Auto Decoration Company The project, led by Chairman of the Board Ercan Malkoç, brought many firsts. The most important of these is undoubtedly the ‘Made in Turkey’ statement on the vehicle.

previously revealed Revolution And Signature Although their projects were produced in Turkey, they were the first in the world not to receive a ‘Type Approval Certificate’.Made in Turkey‘ rack Etox victory is in the model.

Zafer, Etox’s first project and which made a lot of noise, was created by 46 Turkish engineers after about 1 year of work. They produce sports car Etox, which wants to make an assertive entrance with its new product, has ensured that the Zafer model is also a suitable vehicle for everyday use.

Etox had an agreement with Renault, BMW and Volvo for Zafer engines.

Etox Zafer initially planned to come out with four different engine options. entry level Renault It had a 1.5-liter diesel engine that could produce 125 hp. higher on BMW A 3.0-liter diesel engine capable of producing 225 horsepower could be preferred. For those who want more power, there is 272 hp Volvo There would be a signature 3.0-litre V6 petrol engine.

In addition to all these engine options special orders A much more powerful unit is an option. This 450 hp power source would be positioned above the standard options and produced in limited numbers. In the coming years the vehicle will also have a electric version It was in the plans.

Technical features of Etox Zafer:

Engine options:

• 1.5-liter diesel engine of 125 hp (93 kW).
• 3.0-liter diesel engine of 225 hp (168 kW).
• 3.0 liter V6, 272 hp (203 kW) petrol engine
• 450 hp (340 kW) engine (optional)

Dimensions:

• Length: 4215mm
• Width: 1980mm
• Height: 1290mm
• Wheelbase: 2575 mm
• Front track width: 1700 mm
• Rear track: 1698 mm

It seemed inevitable that Etox Zafer would be successful, with its compact dimensions and wide range of engine options for different preferences. Price tag between 85 thousand and 150 thousand TL It can also be considered quite affordable compared to the sports vehicles of the period.

However The engine agreements with the brands were not implemented there Etox Zafer’s adventure ended before it even began. It is worth mentioning that Etox Zafer, which was produced in only two copies, has a mass production certificate and a ‘Type Approval Certificate’. Unfortunately, the brand’s sedan model also suffered the same fate.

In 2013, the electric Etox Zafer was unveiled.

After this project, which was not implemented, Etox focused on the electric car production project and started operations in 2013. ME, TOO managed to produce the prototype of their first electric car. This is the result of twenty months of work. electric carIt had a range of 180 kilometers and a maximum speed of 170 km/h.

In addition, the specifications are specified for electric cars 30 thousand TLThe announcement of the starting price of 100% also had a major impact. Although it caused a lot of excitement at the time, both with its power source and its price, this model has unfortunately not yet been implemented.

Brand Etox, designed by sports car Although it caused great excitement in Turkey with its models, unfortunately it could not reach the stage of mass production. If any of these projects were implemented, our desire for domestic cars would be alleviated. to change gearIt could have ended much earlier. So what do you think of Etox and the cars it produces?

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