The Lifan X60 was initially unveiled as a preview at the 2010 Shanghai Auto Show as the Lifan CUV concept, and the production version was formally launched at the 2011 Beijing Auto Show as the X60.

[1] After the motor sport events participated by the Lifan 320, Lifan has been preparing for the X60 to participate in the China Offroad Championship from April 2013.

[2] The Lifan X60 is powered by a 4-cylinder 1.8 L (1794cc) engine producing 98 kW (133 PS; 131 bhp) and torque of 168 N⋅m (124 lb⋅ft).

One of the major drawbacks of the car gearbox is a steep first-gear ratio, causing vibration on initial acceleration.

The clutch of the X60 heats up and burns when driving uphill due to the tall first-gear ratio of the gearbox.