Xi-Trump summit: China’s state car has already proved a match for the US ‘Beast’
US President Donald Trump has made no secret of how little he agrees with his predecessor, Joe Biden, on many things. So, as Chinese President Xi Jinping is about to arrive in Washington on Wednesday, local time, there is one object that may offer a small moment of entertaining comparison between the two American leaders: Xi’s car. Xi is expected to bring his own ride – a custom-built Hongqi…
As Chinese President Xi Jinping is set to visit Washington next week, a striking comparison may arise between his custom-built Hongqi N701 and US President Donald Trump's "Beast" – the Cadillac One limousine. During Xi's visit to San Francisco in November 2023, the president expressed admiration for the Chinese state limousine, likening it to the domestically made Cadillac.
The Hongqi N701, expected to be part of Xi's arrival, is a heavily armored, highly secure vehicle with a 5.5-meter length and weight exceeding three tonnes. Unlike Cadillac One, which shares some styling with commercial models, the N701 boasts a unique design that sets it apart from civilian Hongqi options. With only 50 vehicles projected to be produced over a decade, the N701 is an exclusive symbol of modern China, carrying its leader onto the international stage.
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