The importance of compact SUVs for domestic brands is self-evident, from the current market environment, domestic compact SUV models in terms of product types and launch new speed are the industry's highest, which can also be seen that various car companies have invested a lot of energy in this field. Of course, this all depends on the enthusiasm and attention of the Chinese people for this type of model. Today, Uncle Che brought you two high-quality domestic SUVs, namely Changan Auchan X7 and Fengxing T5 EVO.
The 2021 Changan Auchan X7 was launched in December last year, and the price range of the new model is 77,770 to 129,900 yuan. The 2021 T5 EVO was launched in March this year, and a total of 5 new cars were launched, with a price range of 10.39 to 136,900 yuan. Next, the car uncle will focus on selecting the top version of the two cars for comparison, to see which model is more cost-effective in the case of a small price difference.
Exterior design
The Auchan X7 adopts the brand's latest design language in terms of exterior design, in which the front face of the new car is partially matched with a hexagonal cloud eagle wing grille, and the internal ripples spread regularly to the sides, similar to the breath of air flow. The headlights group officially known as the pupil of the ice crystal on the left and right sides is angular in shape, the LED headlights are standard for the whole series, and the top version of the model also has LED daytime running lights, automatic headlights, headlight height adjustable and other functions.
The design of the vehicle of the Fengxing T5 EVO is very radical, in which the shape of the front of the new car is inspired by the roaring lion, and the vertical lines are used inside the black net to enhance the sense of strength of the whole vehicle, which has a good three-dimensional sense from the 45-degree angle. Split headlights in recent years is very popular, the car will be far and near light into the lion's fangs, so that the front of the car has a natural visual aggression, above the daytime running lights, and for the full LED light source, the function is more than the Auchan X7 from the adaptation of near and far light.
In terms of body size, the specific length, width and height of the Auchan X7 are 4705× 1860×1720 mm, and the wheelbase is 2780 mm. The new model has a high-waisted design, and the chrome trim behind the windows is quite agile, and it also shows the feeling of a suspended roof after sliding to the D-pillar.
With a length, width and height of 4565×1860×1690 mm and a wheelbase of 2715 mm, the Fengxing T5 EVO lags behind the Auchan X7 in terms of critical body length and wheelbase level. The body side proportions of the new car are coordinated, quite a coupe-style SUV feeling, and the all-black multi-spoke wheel shape matched at the bottom is very compatible with the sports atmosphere of the whole vehicle, and the visual tension is strong.
Auchan X7 rear shape highlights the sense of layering, the left and right sides of the tail light in the middle by a chrome trim strip connected, the tail light are used LED light source, the visual effect after lighting is quite stunning, the recognition is very high. At the same time, the rear surround of the new car is equipped with flat decoration, the exhaust of the left and right sides is only decorative, and the real exhaust is a hidden layout, which is indeed a bit low-key compared to the sporty appearance.
The layering of the rear of the Fengxing T5 EVO is also very prominent, in which the roof line of the new car is extended to the rear part of the car and does not end, and it is connected to the rear spoiler. The new tail light adopts a through-line design, the design in the light cavity is not outstanding, but a very simple line is used, and the light source is still full LED. It is worth noting that the rear surround of the new car is equipped with a total of four exhaust gases on both sides, and there are many sports elements.
Interior design
Auchan X7 interior design layout is quite smooth and dynamic, the all-black interior with red stitching style is deep and does not lack a sporty atmosphere, of which the new car center console is covered with a large area of soft materials, with which there is also a black brushed fabric fabric, the touch is still relatively good, the three-frame steering wheel in front of the main driver is flat-bottomed design, the surface is wrapped in leather material, the grip is comfortable, and the multi-functional buttons integrated on the left and right sides can be controlled for multimedia, cruise control and panoramic imaging functions.
Fengxing T5 EVO in the interior design and the appearance can also be eye-catching, of which the new car uses a large number of circular and arc elements, looks quite trendy and dynamic, double 10.25-inch one-piece screen for the interior to bring a good sense of technology, and the car has a large number of chrome decoration, the texture is more prominent. The top version of the new car has basic functions such as satellite navigation, Bluetooth car phone, voice recognition control and so on in terms of multimedia configuration, compared with Auchan X7, it lacks navigation road condition information display, road call rescue, gesture control, facial recognition, OTA upgrade, etc.
Auchan X7 interior seats are wrapped in imitation leather fabric, and have two-way adjustment of the height of the main driver's seat, electric adjustment of the main passenger seat, heating/ventilation of the front seat, and memory of the driver's seat electric seat in terms of functions. The front seats in the new car are wide, the interior padding is soft enough, and the ride comfort is good, but the wrapping is average.
The interior seats of the Fengxing T5 EVO are wrapped in leather fabrics, and the functional aspect is more than the main driver's seat waist support four-way adjustment compared to the Auchan X7, and the driver's seat is massaged, but it lacks the air of the passenger seat and the memory of the driver's seat power seat. The interior of the front seats of the new car is filled with moderate softness and hardness, the backrest is close to the human body, and the support for the waist is good, but the wrapping is also not strong.
The rear seats in the Auchan X7 are of the same level as the front in terms of material use and workmanship, and the rear seats of the new car are matched with three-point seat belts and child safety seat interfaces, but there is no central armrest in the rear. In addition, the platform of the new car is well leveled, and the longitudinal relationship space is sufficiently generous, which is very good for the comfort of the intermediate passengers.
The rear seat padding in the Fengxing T5 EVO is softer than the front row, the seat cushion length is excellent, and the leg support for the rear passengers is very complete, but the back angle is somewhat straight, and it does not support angle adjustment, and the comfort is not as good as the Auchan X7.
dynamical system
The Auchan X7 is powered by a 1.5T turbocharged engine with a maximum output of 178 hp and a peak torque of 265 Nm. In terms of drivetrain, it is matched by a 7-speed wet dual-clutch transmission.
The Fengxing T5 EVO also matches the 1.5T turbocharged engine in terms of power, but its maximum output reaches 197 horsepower, the peak torque is 285 Nm, and the performance is even better, and in terms of transmission system, the engine is matched by a 7-speed wet dual-clutch transmission.
Uncle Che summed up
In general, Auchan X7 and Fengxing T5 EVO are the more prominent product performance of the new generation of domestic SUVs, but the advantages of these two models are different in the case of small price differences, among which Changan Auchan X7 has a larger external size, a more comfortable riding experience and a more generous interior rear space. The Fengxing T5 EVO has a more radical interior and exterior design, and better power performance. From the perspective of daily home use, it is natural that the Auchan X7 with more space is more practical, but if you have more personalized needs for vehicle design, then the popular T5 EVO will be more suitable for you.