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Haval is out with a new SUV again! The new car listed this time is called Shenbeast, and the official called it "New Technology Flagship SUV". Its guide price is "as high" as 13-16.7 million, which is the most expensive of the Haval compact SUVs, and second only to the H9 as a medium-sized SUV in the Haval series.
The Great Wall has always been able to give cars names, and there are already many models called various cats and dogs. I thought their new flagship model must be called a tiger or a wolf. But the name "Divine Beast" suddenly crossed from the mortal world to the Immortal Realm, which was much more powerful than the "King of the Zoo". So, where is this "divine beast" in the end? Whose mount is it suitable for?
What kind of car is the Mythical Beast?
Three generations of H6
Size and power have been improved
Haval's SUV has a wide variety of SUV, the naming method is also more complicated, with the car home's advanced car selection tools to search can see, the current light compact SUV can find 9 kinds. The Divine Beast is one of the latest releases and the highest guidance price.
To put it simply, the mythical beast is built based on the latest lemon platform, which is a high-end product of the third generation of Haval H6, focusing on boutique and technology.
In terms of price, the divine beast is probably about 15,000 yuan more expensive than the three generations of H6 with similar configuration levels.
Although the Divine Beast and the three generations of H6 have the same origin, they give people a very different feeling. Its exterior design is very strong, the roof is also a little sneaky shape, the size is also a circle larger than the H6, although it is positioned as a "compact SUV", the size is close to a medium-sized SUV.
The Size of the Mythical Beast is very close to X3
Compared with the third generation of H6, the divine beast is about 10 centimeters long and has a wheelbase of 7 centimeters, and the space is not small.
Three generations of H6 rear row
The back row of the Divine Beast
The seat of the divine beast is also very wide and soft, and the invert is obvious and wrapped. To its credit, the roof's slip-back shape has little impact on the rear headroom.
In terms of power, the three generations of H6 and the Divine Beast are equipped with 1.5T or 2.0T engines, and there is a difference in parameters between the two, and the Divine Beast is slightly stronger overall. However, the body of the Divine Beast is larger and heavier, and in fact, the power performance of the two will not be much worse
There is a lot of intelligent hardware
Practicality to be tested
Compared with the three generations of H6, the biggest "evolution" of the divine beast is reflected in intelligence. Haval has built up a lot of technology for it, it has 17 radars and 9 cameras, making it comparable in hardware to the new car-making forces.
In addition to the common adaptive cruise and lane keeping, it also has HWA highway assisted driving, AVP valet parking, etc., and officially calls its "automatic driving" capability to reach L2+ level.
However, it is not certain that these intelligent configurations are practical. Taking the HWA high-speed driving assistance function as an example, the official claims that it can realize the functions of automatic following on the highway, automatic lane change with turn signals, and automatic overtaking the slow car in front. But at least from its performance on the Mocha model, the system still has problems such as abrupt deceleration and hesitation in changing lanes, which is not enough to make people completely reassured.
Even if the system becomes very useful on mythical beasts, consumers will not be able to rely too much on the system out of respect for regulations and the safety of others, and in most cases they will need to drive their own cars.
The divine beast's car machine system adopts the top car specification level chip - Qualcomm Snapdragon 8155, the picture quality, fluency are quite high, and the UI interface is clear and easy to use. However, its central control area is all touch-screen design, and no physical buttons are retained, and we have reservations about the practicality of this setting.
It is worth mentioning that the shift mechanism of the mythical beast has also become a pocket block, and the electronic handbrake has also become controlled by the car machine page or long pressing the side button of the pocket block, which is very similar to Tesla.
Haval Beast
Tesla Model 3 pocket block
Although I don't deny that Tesla is the benchmark in the field of intelligence, I still feel that car companies do not have to emulate Tesla everywhere.
Overall configuration level
Similar to H6
In addition to the intelligence aspect, the overall configuration level of the divine beast is not much higher than that of the third generation of H6. Taking the respective 2.0T four-wheel drive top models as an example, the divine beast is 10,000 yuan more expensive than the third-generation H6 guidance (the terminal price difference may be larger), but the configuration only has more hidden door handles, two-row seat adjustment, etc., while the steering assist lights, front fog lights and other configurations are missing.
It is worth mentioning that the same as the 1.5T precursor top of the god beast and the third generation of H6, the configuration difference is basically the same as the content shown in the above table.
In addition to the top model, the configuration level of the divine beast is basically sandwiched between two different versions of the third-generation H6. Taking the 1.5T series as an example, the configuration level of the Entry Model of the Divine Beast is probably between the three generations of H6 times low and medium, closer to the next low:
The configuration level of the divine beast is probably between the third generation of H6 and the secondary top match, which is closer to the middle match:
In terms of guidance price, the divine beast will be about 10,000 yuan more expensive than the three generations of H6 with the closest configuration level. Considering that H6 also has preferential treatment, the divine beast with the same configuration level will be about 15,000 yuan more expensive than the third generation of H6. As for whether the Divine Beast is worth the price, it depends more on how much you like the exterior interior and large space of the Divine Beast.
How cost-effective is the Divine Beast?
Hoshigoshi L: You came at me?
The guidance price of the entire series of divine beasts is 13-167,000 yuan, of which the 1.5T precursor version is 13-147,000 yuan, the 2.0T version is 147,000-167,000 yuan, and only 167,000 yuan is the top belt with four-wheel drive.
Since the car has just been launched, it is unclear which version is the best-selling version. However, we speculate that the 1.5T full series and 2.0T entry model may be the most popular versions. In that case, the main sales price range of the divine beast should be 130,000-150,000.
There are many opponents at this price point, but only the Geely Star-More L is the most suitable opponent as a mythical beast, because it is also a "flagship" model, or a compact SUV with a size close to a mid-size SUV.
The price range of the two also overlaps highly, although the guidance price of the entire Series of Xingyue L is 13.72-18.52 million yuan, but the more advanced version only sells for 13.72-16.52 million yuan.
The size of hoshikoshi L is very close to that of the Divine Beast, and the spatial performance is equally outstanding. At the same time, Hoshigoshi L did not use a slipback shape, and the head space was larger.
Unfortunately, the rear floor of the Hoshikoshi L is not flat
Here the divine beast does better
Unlike the Divine Beast, the Hoshikoshi L does not have a small displacement version, and the whole series is equipped with 2.0T as standard, but it is divided into high and low power. Among them, the high-power engine only matches 8AT and four-wheel drive, and the low-power engine only matches 7DCT and front-drive.
The power and torque of the Divine Beast 2.0T engine are between the high and low power of the Xingyue L, but the starting price of the Xingyue L low power precursor is only 137,200 yuan, and the sub-low configuration is only 145,200 yuan, which is lower than the starting price of 147,000 yuan of the 2.0T Divine Beast. If you want a 2.0T model, it is obviously a better choice to buy a low-end of 2.0T Star Yue L at the price of 1.5T Divine Beast.
It should be noted that we understand that at least in the current Beijing area, the Xingyue L entry/sub-low configuration is difficult to buy, and the cheapest version that is easy to buy is the 155,200 front-drive version, and it will take at least about two months to pick up the car. If a similar situation exists in your area, you may wish to leave a message in the comment area to tell you.
It is worth mentioning that the four-wheel drive of the Star-Over L is the latest BorgWarner sixth-generation system, which reacts faster and has a more refined power distribution than the fifth-generation system of the Divine Beast. The Hoshigoku L's rear axle also features a torque active distribution device (which the Mythical Beast does not have), which gives it the leading handling stability and ability to get out of trouble in an urban SUV at the same price.
Hoshikoshi L rear axle
The price of the four-wheel drive star is as high as 175,200-18.52 million yuan, which is much higher than the 167,000 yuan of the four-wheel drive divine beast. As for whether the four-wheel drive system is worth it, it is a matter of opinion.
In terms of interior, Hoshikoshi L and The Divine Beast are very particular about the materials used in the workmanship, and they can also create a strong sense of refinement.
Hoshikoshi L red brown/off-white themed interior
Mythical Beast Pink/White themed interior
The interior of both models is also very technological, especially the Hoshikoshi L. It has a large triple screen, each screen size has 12.3 inches, which is more imposing than the double screen of the divine beast.
As for the experience of using the car machine system, both cars are smooth and easy to use. However, Hoshigoshi L did not integrate almost all the functions into the car machine like the divine beast, so the car machine interface is more refreshing and simple, and the existence of physical buttons also makes blind exercises less difficult.
Overall, the two cars have their own characteristics in terms of space, power and interior quality. If you insist on saying that the two of them are more cost-effective, I cast a vote for the star more L.
BYD Song Pro DM-i
If you jump out of the category of pure fuel vehicles, there is also a highly competitive plug-in hybrid at the same price - BYD Song Pro DM-i.
Its guiding price is 13.48-15.98 million yuan, and a total of 5 models have been launched, of which 3 models have a pure electric mileage of 51 km (134,800-14.88 million) and 2 models have a pure electric cruising range of 110 km (151,800-15.98 million).
Although the biggest highlight of this car is the DM-i hybrid system, one of the advantages of the hybrid system is the low power loss and fuel consumption. Because the system can flexibly determine whether the engine is used to generate electricity or drive the wheels directly, it is in an efficient operating range for a long time.
Although the Song Pro DM-i has just been listed, its big brother, Song PLUS DM-i, has proven that BYD's hybrid system is quite fuel-efficient. Some car owners reported that the power loss fuel consumption of Song PLUS DM-i was about 5 or 6. This system is very energy-efficient on the Song PLUS DM-i, and it is expected to perform better on the lighter and smaller Song Pro DM-i.
In addition to being able to get a green card + low power loss fuel consumption, Song Pro DM-i is also very competitive in other aspects. It has a length, width and height of 4650/1860/1700 mm, and a wheelbase of 2712 mm. In the compact SUV, such a size can only be regarded as average, and there is a significant gap between the space and the god beast, but it is not insufficient.
As a plug-in hybrid, the Song Pro DM-i's power performance in pure electric mode is brisk and supple, without annoying noise and jitter. And for people with fixed charging piles, it not only has a good driving texture, but also a low cost of use.
In addition, the interior of this car also creates some sense of technology and refinement as much as possible. In terms of configuration, in addition to the 134,800 entry-level models, other versions are equipped with lane keeping/deviation warning, adaptive cruise, active braking, 360 ° surround shadow and other configurations, and the functions commonly used by the average person are basically complete.
To sum up, song pro DM-i has done a very good job in terms of car cost, configuration, comfort, etc., which most people are more concerned about. The divine beast can neither be on the green card nor plugged in, and the fuel consumption performance and driving texture are certainly not comparable to the hybrid car. Although the exterior interior of the divine beast is more eye-catching and the space is larger, the Song Pro DM-i may be more able to meet the needs of most people's cars.
There are also many joint venture rivals
But there is no need to choose them
In fact, the price of some joint venture brands of compact SUVs and even medium-sized SUVs is almost the same as that of the mythical beast. For example, Chevrolet Explorer and Ford Impreza, the 1.5T version of the two is currently preferential, and the terminal price can fall within 130,000-150,000.
However, these are also relatively weak brands in the joint venture, the design and technology are relatively old, and the product strength is not obviously superior to the Divine Beast, Xingyue L, BYD Song Pro DM-i, etc. If it is not a special love for the joint venture brand, the competitiveness of these cars is not very obvious.
Write at the end
To be fair, the Divine Beast did not show a clear competitive advantage. Regardless of the other opponents from Chang'an and Chery, just by facing the Auspicious Star Yue L and BYD Song Pro DM-i, it is difficult for the Divine Beast to give a reason why it does not buy.
In addition, the Mythical Beast and the third-generation Haval H6 did not show obvious differentiation, still looking like a derivative of the H6, rather than a stronger model. Whether it is the power or configuration level, the improvement of the divine beast is relatively limited, and the improvement of intelligence is not enough to change the positioning of a car.
However, the value of the mythical beast is that its exterior interior is very outstanding, personalized, the space performance is excellent, and the riding comfort is also quite outstanding. If you just want an SUV with a lot of space and good comfort, or just like the exterior and interior of the mythical beast, there is nothing wrong with choosing it.
So, what do you think of the Divine Beast car? With a similar budget in hand, what car would you choose? Everyone is welcome to speak freely in the comments section.