As the first high-performance car under Lynk & Co, the birth of the Lynk & Co 03+ has opened up the market for Performance Cars of Chinese brands. Lynk & Co, which has always emphasized the sports gene, obviously does not want to stop here, it also wants to seek further breakthroughs and try again in the field of high-performance SUVs, and this Lynk & Co 05+ is the pioneering work.
The strongest family 2.0T
As the second product in the "+" series, the Lynk & Co 05+ is also powered by a 2.0T turbocharged engine and is matched with a fifth-generation timely four-wheel drive system from BorgWarner, with front and rear axle torques to be switched between 100:0 and 50:50. In terms of drivetrain, it is matched by the 8AT gearbox from Aisin.
Compared with the previous 2.0T high-power engine, this engine has been further optimized technically, the diameter of the turbocharger has been increased by 2.6%, the power parameters have been slightly improved, the maximum power has reached 265 horsepower, the maximum torque is 380 Nm, and the official acceleration time of 0-100km/h is 6.5 seconds.
Sitting in the car, starting the vehicle, the loud exhaust sound broke the silence, and in an instant all the sleepiness was driven away. Switch to sport mode and drive into the off-the-beaten-path mountain road, where you can stomp on the throttle and as the engine speed rises rapidly, the exhaust sound gradually becomes high-pitched, and the feeling of pushing back follows.
Don't be overly cautious about the accelerator pedal, the torque release when accelerating at full throttle doesn't feel abrupt, the four-wheel drive system efficiently completes the task of distributing the power of the front and rear axles, four Michelin PS4S high-performance tires firmly bite the ground and do not produce any slippage, coupled with a powerful braking system, whether it is a quick split or a "crash line", always gives a sense of stability.
The power response is further improved compared to the ordinary version of the Lynk & Co 05, the 8AT gearbox is more aggressive in the adjustment of the lift gear, the downshift speed is faster, the timing of the upshift is delayed, and after accelerating the completion of the oil collection, the gearbox will still maintain a relatively lower gear, keeping the engine in the high speed range, and always ready for the driver to dispatch the power again. The tough chassis suspension reveals the flavor of a performance car, conveying clear road information feedback, and the lateral support is also strong enough.
Compared with the Lynk & Co 03+, the steering strength of the Lynk & Co 05+ has been improved, and the steering feel in the sport mode is tighter and the force is significantly heavier. The handling is excellent when cornering/merging quickly, the steering is precise, the rear of the car is not as active as an SUV model, and even some illusion of opening a "small steel cannon". If you are the owner of the Lynk & Co 05+ but have not experienced the fun of driving on the mountain road, why not regret it?
Switch to comfort mode, return to urban conditions, and the light steering force better meets the needs of daily transportation. The 8AT gearbox can ensure sufficient gear change smoothness, the gear upshift is more positive, even in the traffic jam environment, it will not interfere with the passengers in the car, and the performance in the sport mode is simply "like two people".
The chassis suspension performance is still tough, fortunately the suspension stroke is long enough, in the passage of large potholes or speed bumps, if you can do sufficient deceleration, the filter performance is completely acceptable. Want to keep the Buddhist driving? The exhaust sound doesn't seem to want to be low-key for a moment, even in comfort mode, the exhaust sound at the rear of the car is still faint, teasing your driving desire.
Green Battle "Frog"
Compared with the Lynk & Co 05, the most conspicuous change in the appearance of the Lynk & Co 05+ is this bright green "skin", which is the first time that Lynk & Co has used such a bold color scheme. Of course, I think this is also a color that emphasizes performance, if you don't believe it, you may wish to recall, what are the models of green paint? Porsche 911 GT3 RS, AMG GT R and more.
The central network adopts a new design style, officially called the "forest field vertical and horizontal" front grille. The split headlight adopts a full LED light source, and the lower near and far light group adds a lens structure, which can provide better lighting effects, and supports automatic headlights, adaptive far and near lights, steering headlights, turn assist lights and other functions.
20-inch blackened forged rims and Michelin PS4S high-performance tires (specification: 255/40 R20) require optional equipment and cost 8,000 yuan. The green calipers and 360mm scribbled front brake discs highlight the performance of the model, and the front four-piston calipers are from AKEBONO, all made of all-aluminum, which is lightweight and brings more powerful braking power.
The body structure of the SUV is combined with the lines of the Coupe, and the position above the waistline of the car resembles a four-door coupe. The deflector on the C-pillar is a different design, although there are already pioneers, but Lynk & Co conveys its own unique insights.
Length, width and height: 4614/1879/1628mm
Wheelbase: 2734mm
Carbon fiber kits all over the body add points to the sporty attributes of the whole vehicle, and the large size spoiler is installed on this SUV model without a sense of violation. The visual effect of the energy matrix LED tail light is really excellent, the bilateral four exhaust is also indispensable, and the exhaust caliber is square design, which is different from Lynk & Co 03+ and Lynk & Co 02 Hatchback.
Emphasis on the sporty atmosphere
As with the Lynk & Co 03+, on the basis of the Lynk & Co 05, the interior cockpit of the Lynk & Co 05+ has added more exclusive configurations and a large amount of Alcantara fabric. At the same time, a large number of green elements are used inside the carriage, which echo the exterior design.
The steering wheel is sporty enough, the large paddle shifters are clearly visible, and the upper area of the steering wheel is wrapped in leather with a green back-positive logo. At 3 and 9 o'clock, the Alcantara material is wrapped, the spokes are thick and strong, and the grip is comfortable and full.
Exclusive full LCD dashboard tone is mainly black, green, the middle tachometer for the green pointer, increased the lap timer, G value display, real-time power distribution, engine power and torque real-time data display and other functions, the sense of sport is in place. The 12.7-inch central control screen has added a theme with green elements, supporting navigation, voice recognition, Internet of Vehicles and other functions, which is consistent with the performance of ordinary models.
The one-piece sports seats are made of leather/Alcantara mix and match, with green seat belts, and the performance car feels right. The front seats can provide a good sense of wrapping for the driver, and take into account the comfort of daily riding, the comfort configuration is also very high, the front seats are equipped with seat heating function, and seat ventilation is the exclusive configuration of the driver's seat. The performance of the rear space can meet the daily use, and by the standard of the coupe SUV, it meets the qualified standard.
Write at the end:
The Lynk & Co 05+ is the first product for a Chinese brand to move towards a high-performance SUV, and it plays a very special role in the market, and at the moment I don't think it has any direct competitors.
As the second "+" series of products under Lynk & Co, thanks to the body structure of the SUV, compared with the Lynk & Co 03+, Lynk & Co 05+ has a stronger home shopping attribute. For those who like performance cars, there is now another option.