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Nanjing Yuejin Soyat
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The Soyat is a small family hatchback built by the Wuxi Soyat Branch of Nanjing Automobile (Group) Corporation. The car is based on the early ('System Porsche') version of the SEAT Ibiza, the technology which was bought in a joint venture between Nanjing Yuejin and the Malaysian Lion Group.
In 1999 the SEAT design was modified for the Chinese market and then rebranded as the Eagle. This model continued for 5 years until a Chinese mobile phone manufacturer called Ningbo Bird decided that it too wanted to get into the process of car manufacture. With Ningbo Bird joining the original partners, the design was updated and renamed the Soyat.
In addition to the 5 door Soyat hatchback, a 3 door estate version called the Soyat Unique NJ1020 is also available.
Although the car's design dates back to 1985, most Chinese motorists are not concerned about having a futuristic looking car so it is proving popular despite being based on a design which is now more than 20 years old.
Versions available are 1.2 and 1.5-litre.
- Nanjing Yuejin Eagle / Unique NJ6400 (1999 - 2004)
- Nanjing Yuejin Soyat NJ7150 (2004 - )
- Nanjing Yuejin Soyat Unique NJ1020 (3 door estate)
These models are sold inside mainland China only.