The domestic SUV built based on the Japanese version of the Corolla Cross is divided into two, GAC Toyota's called Fenglanda, AND FAW Toyota's called Corolla Ruifang. A few days ago, FAW Toyota Corolla Ruifang has not yet been listed, while GAC Toyota Fenglanda has been listed, and a total of 5 models of new cars have been launched, priced at 125,800-16.98 million yuan. Fenglanda is based on the TNGA-C platform to create, positioning compact SUV, see here, do you think this SUV is very "close to the people"? To know that its price is basically similar to the domestic compact SUV, such as the third generation Haval H6, it is priced at 11.59-15.70 million yuan, there is a large number of price overlap areas between the two, is Toyota also began to take the "people-friendly" route?
In fact, the Frontlander is just an entry-level compact SUV, its body size is smaller, 4485 * 1825 * 1620mm of length, width and height and 2640mm wheelbase is "one lap smaller" than the third generation of Haval H6, Haval H6 is 4653mm length and 2738mm wheelbase, in the compact SUV size is larger. Second, Fenglanda uses a torsion beam type non-independent rear suspension, which is not as good as the haval H6's multi-link independent rear suspension in terms of cost. Third, the overall configuration of Fenglanda is not high, such as satellite navigation, voice recognition control, Internet of Vehicles and OTA upgrades, etc. Only the top and sub-top models are equipped, and it does not provide LCD dashboards in all series, and the configuration is not rich. As long as you can accept its three shortcomings, considering its price similar to that of domestic compact SUVs, and the premium ability of the Toyota brand, Fenglanda is still very fragrant. Of course, if you choose a domestic SUV at the same price, you can get more abundant power output, more spacious interior space and richer configuration. The trade-offs are entirely up to the individual.
In terms of exterior design, Fenglanda is still very domineering, just like a smaller Veranda, looking very hardcore. In addition to domestic compact SUVs, Fenglanda's competitors also include Dongfeng Nissan Qashqai, GAC Mitsubishi Yige, Honda Binzhi and XR-V "Two Brothers", etc., and the future SUV market will only become more and more lively.
Powered by a 2.0L naturally aspirated engine with a maximum power of 171 hp and a maximum torque of 205 Nm, the drivetrain is a CVT stepless gearbox. Its COMPREHENSIVE FUEL consumption of NEDC is 5.8L/100km, and it is still easy to do six or seven oils if you open it personally. If you are a "self-absorbing party", now in addition to the Qashqai, the price is a new option.
Fenglanda adopts a mechanical + LCD combination dashboard, the TOP model of the LCD screen is 7 inches, the rest of the models of the LCD screen is 4.2 inches. Its top and sub-top models are equipped with a 9-inch central control screen, the rest of the models are 8 inches, although the functions of the low-end models are not rich, but they can use CarPlay, CarLife and Huawei HiCar to connect smartphones, rich function expansion. In addition, its threshold for opening the panoramic sunroof is very high, only the top model is equipped, and the standard and sub-low models do not even have LED daytime running lights and rear air conditioning outlets.
Feng Landa's seat comfort is very high, the seat cushion is wide, the support for the thighs is sufficient, the backrest can be adjusted, the rear floor platform is not high, and the riding texture is still very good, but the rear leg space is not spacious, not as good as most compact SUVs. Its trunk volume is decent, there are "bulging bags" on both sides, and the rear seats are not flat after being reclined, and the expansion ability is limited.
On the whole, the advantages and disadvantages of Fenglanda's product strength are obvious, if your car purchase budget is not much, and you are very fond of the Toyota brand, Fenglanda is still worth considering, if you consider from the cost performance, or domestic compact SUV has more advantages. So, what do you think about GAC Toyota Fenglanda?