On November 1, it was learned at the Uncoway Forum that the first 1050766 Uncovi was successfully reported for delivery and shipment, and the production was officially stopped. At this point, Buick Encore as a million generals, the hero retired. So after the delisting of Oncovi, who can undertake the sales of American mid-level SUVs?
With Oncovi coming from the same platform, the same level of price is better, the power is more excellent, the handling and fuelability can better meet the needs of the current consumers of the new frontier, it is gorgeous, as the star model of SAIC-GM stands out in the SUV spectrum, will take over the baton in the hands of Oncovi.
At the same price point, the new explorer is more cost-effective
In the market range of 150,000-200,000 yuan of joint venture home SUVs, cost performance has always been the most concerned factor for target customers, and in this regard, the advantages of new explorers are quite obvious. Here, the author chose the Volkswagen Tanyue and Honda CR-V, two models that are relatively popular in recent times and suitable for consumers' multi-scenario travel needs, and compared with the Chevrolet Explorer on the same stage.
Through comparison, it can be seen that in the 150,000-200,000 yuan joint venture home popular SUVs, the Chevrolet Explorer has an advantage in size, and the 2725mm wheelbase is second only to Volkswagen Tanyue.
In terms of power, Chevrolet's new Explorer's 2.0T+48V version is the strongest in the whole game, and the power of 1.5T is much higher than that of Tanyue's 1.4T, and Chevrolet uses an AT gearbox throughout the series, which is relatively better in stability.
In addition, in terms of configuration, Chevrolet's new explorer has also given a lot of sincerity, the minimum configuration is standard with front side airbags, front/rear head airbags, rear parking radar, electric sunroof, front keyless entry, multi-function steering wheel, 8-inch touch screen, LED headlights, rear seat air outlet and other configurations.
In terms of price, the starting price of the new explorer is the same as the Honda CR-V, lower than that of the volkswagen explorer, and the new explorer currently has a lot of preferential treatment in the terminal, and the actual entry threshold is lower.
Therefore, from a comprehensive point of view, compared with other brand models at the same price, Chevrolet's new explorer is larger, more powerful, lower price, and the cost-effective advantage is very obvious.
Power is far ahead and fuel economy is affordable
In addition to cost performance, driving experience and fuel economy are also concerned by target users at this level, so how does Chevrolet's new explorer perform at this level?
The author test drove the 550T RS four-wheel drive intelligent boundary version model, which is equipped with a 2.0T+48V hybrid system, 0-100km/h acceleration only takes 8.1s, while the 100km comprehensive fuel consumption (WLTC) is as low as 7.39L, which is lower than the 1.5T model.
As far as the driving experience is concerned, its first feeling is very light, the power output is dense, there is no feeling of channeling, and the power reserve in the middle and rear sections is also sufficient, and the high-speed overtaking is not a problem.
The logic and compliance of the 9AT are also worthy of praise, and thanks to the addition of the 48V light mix system, there is no sense of power interruption during the transmission shift.
At the handling level, the new explorer's steering force is relatively light and more domestic, but the accuracy is still good, and the chassis filters fine bumps well.
On the whole, it belongs to an SUV that is generally biased towards comfort and good driving, but at the same time has a sufficient power reserve, and the performance in fuel consumption is also very good.
Leading the way in intelligence and security
Cost-effective, good driving experience, fuel consumption is not high, it seems that The advantages of Chevrolet's new explorers in the same class are already quite obvious, but in fact, it is more than that.
At the level of intelligence, Chevrolet's new Explorer series is equipped with a new generation of MyLink+ intelligent vehicle interconnection system, after the OTA upgrade, iFLYTEK voice control, free listening, entertainment and smart home and other functions and applications have been further advanced, providing users with a more convenient and intelligent human-computer interaction experience. It includes up to 22 upgrades to meet the needs of urban youth for intelligent operation.
Moreover, the new car is equipped with a new generation of Onstar intelligent vehicle connection system as standard, including more than 40 exclusive services in 5 categories, including intelligent security, intelligent driving control, car owner and vehicle service, intelligent interconnection, entertainment and social networking; in addition, it can also be unlocked in different places, unlocked doors, remotely started engines and vehicle condition monitoring through the OnStar APP, and experience a more scientific and technological one-key intelligent control life.
In terms of safety, Chevrolet's new explorer high-strength steel and ultra-high-strength steel ratio is as high as 82%, reducing the weight of the vehicle at the same time, greatly improving the passive safety protection ability of the whole vehicle (body torsional strength of 19500Nm/deg); ultra-high-strength steel in key parts (the floor under the driver's seat and passenger seat) introduces the latest TRB variable-section rolling patent technology to improve the bending resistance.
In 2018, Chevrolet's New Frontiersman scored a score of 56.7 out of 62 in the C-NCAP crash test, and thus won the C-NCAP's "2018 Safety Car of the Year" title. In 2021, New Frontiers was named the 2021 Best Safety Award from the Insurance Association for Highway Safety (IIHS).
At the level of active safety, Chevrolet's New Explorer is also very good, equipped with a leading intelligent safety system in the same class, and the top model is equipped with 12 intelligent safety technologies, E-Boost electronic auxiliary braking system and HDC steep slope slow descent control and other active safety systems.
Therefore, it can be seen that Chevrolet's new explorers not only have outstanding product strength, but also lead the same level in intelligence and security.
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brief summary
Chevrolet is known to be the pioneer of SUVs. As early as 1935, Chevrolet Suburban Carryall pioneered a whole new segment of the "SUV".
The Chevrolet New Explorer introduced today was born in 2004, with a tough and stylish design style, spacious riding space, rich technology equipment and a fun driving experience, won the title of "most attractive SUV model of the year", and also won the honor of "J.D. Power annual first" that year, and is now GM's best-selling SUV in the world, with global cumulative sales of more than 4.13 million so far.
Nowadays, through the new Explorer product strength, it can be seen that it has the advantage of crushing the same level in many aspects such as cost performance, power, fuel consumption, intelligence and security, so it has the strength to undertake the sales of American mid-level SUVs.
After Buick Encore completes sales of 105w+, will Chevrolet's new Explorer achieve further breakthroughs in China?
We'll see.