Today's domestic consumers for the car demand is still very diverse, such as has been required for a large space and practicality, so more and more manufacturers began to launch 7-seatER SUVs or MPV models, while another part of the pursuit of power consumers, It has been a bit unsightly to the naturally aspirated engine below the 2.0L displacement, so most manufacturers have begun to configure the 1.5T displacement engine on the home model, and the Wuling brand is on top of these two needs, and the price can be reduced again and again, so that more consumers can afford it, such as the Wuling Hongguang S3 to be introduced today, which is a representative model that meets the needs of consumers.
The starting price of the 2020 Wuling Hongguang S3 is only 59,800 yuan, but this is a 1.5L model, and today's recommendation is a 1.5T sub-low top version model: 1.5T manual comfort, the guidance price is 74,800 yuan, as a medium-sized SUV, this price is indeed very competitive.
Wuling Hongguang S3 has a upper and lower split type of the middle net structure, it seems to be very layered, and there is a wavy shape inside, the visual effect is more fashionable, of course, its headlight group shape is general, and the whole series is only halogen material, fortunately, the 1.5T manual comfort type is also equipped with lenses and height adjustable functions.
Coming to the side, Wuling Hongguang has a suspended roof shape, which is more fashionable, while the black plastic surrounds the front bumper and extends to the rear bumper, which can provide more protection in bad road conditions, of course, the 1.5T manual comfort model is equipped with 16-inch aluminum alloy wheels and 205 width tires, and the specifications are general. In terms of size, the Wuling Hongguang S3 has a body length of 4655mm and a wheelbase of 2800mm, which is considered to be the size of a medium-sized SUV.
The rear of The Wuling Hongguang S3 is relatively tall, after all, it has a body height of 1790mm, and the full taillight shape is also very recognizable, but the exhaust pipe shape below is a hidden structure, and it does not show mountain dew.
Entering the car, the overall design of Wuling Hongguang S3 is still relatively simple and atmospheric, and the shape of the center console is clearly layered, there is no sense of cheapness in the previous models of Wuling, and the overall workmanship performance is also in place, and even in the center of the center console, a clock has been added, with a certain sense of grade. Above is an 8-inch central control touch screen, and supports Bluetooth phones and mobile phone interconnection, but unfortunately the 1.5T manual comfort is only equipped with two speakers, which is a small number.
1.5T manual comfort type is equipped with a full LCD dashboard, which is a very scientific and technological element, but the steering wheel is not equipped with multi-function buttons, and the plastic material is generally felt, and it does not support adjustment, which is indeed a bit unspeakable. Of course, there are also highlights in the safety configuration, reversing radar and reversing images are available, eliminating the cost of later installation.
The seat of Wuling Hongguang S3 is still quite wide, and the 1.5T manual comfort type adopts imitation leather material wrapping, the visual and tactile feeling is better than the low-end model, of course, limited by positioning and cost, the whole car seat only supports manual adjustment, the independent armrests of the second row of seats are not absent, and the riding comfort is guaranteed.
As a 7-seat SUV, Wuling Hongguang S3 adopts a 2+2+3 seat layout, the third row of seats can still meet the space needs of passengers under 1.75 meters tall, and is also equipped with cup holders on both sides, and the three headrests are independent structures, but the chair surface is relatively thin, and the short-distance ride is more suitable.
The rear tailgate opening of the Wuling Hongguang S3 is very large, close to the performance of the mini bus, and the rear two rows of seat support are completely reclined, which can further expand the loading space, and the maximum depth can reach 2 meters, whether it is loading large items or temporary rest, it can be easily competent.
In terms of power, the 1.5T engine equipped with the 1.5T manual comfort model has a peak power of 108kW and a peak torque of 250 N·m, and with the cooperation of the 6-speed manual transmission, it is still relatively easy to drive the 1.47-ton Wuling Hongguang S3, and the fuel consumption performance is also very economical, neDC conditions can achieve 7.1L/100km performance, only 0.2L higher than the 1.5L model. Of course, the reliability of Wuling models is also a major advantage, basically belonging to the category of fuel economy and worry-free.
Due to the positioning and price, so the Wuling Hongguang S3 adopts a front-mounted rear-drive structure similar to a mini-passenger car, and is equipped with a McPherson-style front independent suspension, as well as a coil spring-type non-independent rear suspension, the driving texture is general, and the handling performance will have the advantages of the rear-drive model, but it still needs to be treated with caution, after all, its positioning is still based on home transportation, of course, in order to save the trunk space, Wuling Hongguang S3 adopts the structure of the bottom-mounted spare tire, and it is also a full-size specification.
All in all, the comprehensive product strength performance of Wuling Hongguang S3 is still worthy of its positioning and price, whether it is space practicality or power, fuel consumption performance, it belongs to the leader of the same price model, and the reliability is also very advantageous, so the reputation of the Wuling brand in the minds of consumers has always been good, As a medium-equipped model of the 1.5T manual comfort model, although the configuration performance is not the most abundant, but the gap with the top model is very small, and cheaper than 0.8 million yuan, on the whole, it is still the most cost-effective choice, of course, if the budget is sufficient, the top model is also worth considering.