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Geely playing matryoshka dolls? Haval change soup does not change the medicine? These new models are actually the old formula

In recent years, in the highly competitive automotive market, we have seen the revival of many older models, and while some models are not the same and are listed as entirely new models, the technology and configuration are still very old.

GilliBoyue x

As a mid-term updated model, Geely Boyue x adopts a new design concept in appearance, which is significantly different from the model product designed by the family. Taking the front face as an example, the upper, middle and lower parts of the smoked medium grid grid, with eye-catching LED headlights, decorated in orange, give people a feeling of being bright. However, the chrome line under the most iconic window on the side of the body still stands out, and the 1831mm width and 2670 wheelbase are in line with the old model.

Geely playing matryoshka dolls? Haval change soup does not change the medicine? These new models are actually the old formula

Not only has the vehicle technology platform not changed, but the existing configuration has not changed, and the engine and gearbox have followed the combination of "1.8T DCT". Although it is outstanding in a series of 1.5T engines in the same class, due to the large exhaust volume, insufficient light mixing system and outdated technology, compared with many 1.5T models, the measured fuel consumption data is more than 2L higher, accounting for 1.8T in front of most consumers pursuing fuel consumption

Herb's first love

Harvard First Love was built on the latest lemon platform, but as a low-positioning car, it didn't use Harvard's latest engine. The GW4G15K engine is the GW4G15B engine of the old Harvard H6 in 2012, corresponding to the National VI, in addition to the torque increase of 10Nm, the maximum output power of 110kW and the maximum output speed of 5600rpm are basically the same.

Geely playing matryoshka dolls? Haval change soup does not change the medicine? These new models are actually the old formula

In terms of gearbox, the 7-speed wet dual-clutch transmission used by Hong Kong First Love was first launched in 2017, but the transmission efficiency of the gearbox is not bad, which can control the comprehensive fuel consumption of Hong Kong First Love below 9L. In the chassis section, The front suspension of Harvard's first love uses a McPherson-style independent suspension, and the rear suspension uses a torsion beam suspension. Regarding this rear suspension, there have also been a lot of complaints after the official publication. From the price point of view, the Harvard Red Rabbit with better powertrain, equipped with 1.5T output power of 184 horsepower, using four-wheel independent suspension, the first love of 1.5T automatic minimum fit added more than 10,000.

Geely playing matryoshka dolls? Haval change soup does not change the medicine? These new models are actually the old formula

Five Stars

As the first SUV model of silver label Wuling, Wuling Star has been given the heavy responsibility of opening up more markets. In terms of design, compared with previous models, it does look obscene, and the overall atmosphere of fashion is felt. However, inside, just like another Baojun 530, it is also 1554/1549mm wheelbase and 2750mm wheelbase, and the suspension structure is the same. In addition, Wuling Star has nothing new in terms of core technology, equipped with Liuji LJ0 engine, which is an engine manufactured based on universal transfer technology, in addition to emission standards and models, which is basically consistent with LL5 data. Although the platform is very old, Wuling Star has a good product power in similar products at a price of 69,800-9.98 million. Or because of the high appearance, there are also many fashionable configurations, and the practicality of Wuling has been widely recognized, so it can attract some consumers.

Geely playing matryoshka dolls? Haval change soup does not change the medicine? These new models are actually the old formula

Overall, the hardware infrastructure and safety of the new platform are theoretically superior to the old platform, but the manufacturer has made technical improvements to some classic models. Whether it is a newly developed model or a model based on the development of the old platform, when choosing a car, it is necessary to consider comprehensively from its own needs, product strength and cost performance.

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