New energy vehicles are accelerating the replacement of fuel vehicles at a speed beyond our imagination and are gradually becoming the mainstream choice in the market. In addition to the new forces of traditional car manufacturing, the luxury brand camp led by traditional automobile manufacturers, such as Mercedes-Benz BMW Audi, has also turned to embrace the new era of electrification. In 2021, BBA will launch a number of blockbuster pure electric vehicle models in the Chinese market. Meeting the market demand has also disappointed many fans who adhere to traditional fuel vehicles. The 6-cylinder engine has gradually become a luxury, the 4-cylinder small displacement is all over the world, and the cars with less and less personality to speak of gradually make the majority of car fans feel sad. How long are there left in the days of fuel car madness? In 2022, what gasoline vehicles will the three major BBA manufacturers make us excited? Today we will sort out the new car planning for 2022 known by the three luxury brands of Mercedes-Benz, BMW and Audi. Since the focus of this article is on the inventory of fuel vehicles, new energy products are presented in a simple tabular form.
● Audi brand
2022 is a big year for Audi brand products, in addition to the modification and replacement of conventional fuel models, we will continue to make efforts in new energy. FAW Audi has launched at least 7 new models in China, including the mid-term redesign of A6L, mid-term redesign of Q3 family, Q4 e-tron 3 domestic models, as well as mid-term revamp of A8 family, e-tron GT family, mid-term redesign of S8L, new S4 Avant 4 imported models. There are many models and a wide variety, and the Audi brand in 2022 is worth paying attention to.
Mid-term redesign of the A6L
Mid-term redesign of the Audi A6L S-Line version
According to previous overseas media reports, Audi's mid-term modification of A6 is expected to debut in the first quarter, and the domestic medium-term modification of A6L has also begun road tests last year and is expected to be listed within the year. Recently, a set of declaration charts for mid-term modifications to A6L on the Internet were exposed. As a mid-term redesign, the new Audi A6L will adjust the appearance details, including the front and rear LED light groups, bumper shape, etc., and the effect will be closer to the A8L. The interior of the new car will be consistent with the current model, and the virtual cockpit composed of three screens will be more technological. In terms of power, the new car will be replaced by a high-power version of the 2.0T turbo engine like the Audi A7L, with a maximum power of 245 horsepower, matching a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission.
Mid-term revamp of the Audi Q3
Judging from the previous media information, the domestic medium-term remodeling Q3 and Q3 coupes are undergoing technical transformation work, and new cars are expected to be released and listed this year. It is expected that the main changes in the mid-term modification of the Q3 and Q3 coupes will focus on the adjustment of details such as the front face and the interior, further enhancing the sportiness of the appearance and the luxurious sense of the interior. The new car will improve the distinction between the S-line and Design line, adjusting the position of the air intakes on both sides and chrome elements, bumpers and door handles. The interior is covered with an upgraded leather and stitching treatment. In terms of power, the mid-term modification of the Q3 family may be equipped with the latest 1.5T engine of the Volkswagen Group and provide a 2.0T engine option.
Mid-term revamp to the A8 family
The mid-term redesign of the Audi A8L model focuses on cosmetic adjustments, enhancing more youthful design elements, and offers the S-Line sports kit. The visual effect of the grid grid in the dot matrix is also more domineering than the current banner type. The interior of the new car basically continues the design of the current model, and the Horch version of the model launched for the Chinese market further enhances the luxury of the whole vehicle. In terms of power, the Audi A8L continues to be equipped with a plug-in hybrid system composed of 3.0T (high and low power) + 48V mixing system, 4.0T + 48V light mixing system engine and 3.0T + electric motor, while the A8L Horch is equipped with a 3.0T + 48V light hybrid system, and the new car transmission system is matched with 8AT gearbox and equipped with quattro four-wheel drive system as standard.
The mid-term redesign of the S8L is the same as the mid-term redesign of the A8 family, mainly the design has been replaced, and the overall visual effect is more sporty. In terms of power, the medium-term modification of the S8L follows the 4.0T+48V light hybrid engine, the maximum power is 420kW, the peak torque is as high as 800N·m, the transmission is matched with the 8AT transmission, and equipped with the quattro four-wheel drive system, and the acceleration of 100 kilometers only takes 3.8s.
New S4 Avant
According to previous news, Audi will introduce a new S4 Avant in the second half of this year, and the first batch of cars will be delivered as soon as the end of the year, but the current sedan S4 may be replaced by this. The appearance and interior of the new S4 Avant are basically the same as the S4 currently on sale, the most obvious difference is its body shape, the new car is equipped with a 3.0T engine, the maximum power is expected to be 260kW, the peak torque is 500N·m, the transmission system matches the 8AT gearbox, equipped with the quattro four-wheel drive system.
SAIC Audi will launch three models, including the Audi A7L, Audi Q5 e-tron and Audi Q6L.
A7L
As saicide Audi's first domestic model, the A7L is based on the MLB EVO platform, with a length of 100mm longer than the imported version, a wheelbase length of 98mm, and a significant increase in the rear seating space. Different from the import, the new car will change the slipback body shape to the traditional sedan design style, the whole series is equipped with S-Line appearance kit, compared with the A6L positioning is more fashionable and sporty, but also for the domestic market to introduce a higher-end configuration. Powered, the new car is available in 2.0T and 3.0T sizes, with a drivetrain that matches a 7-speed wet dual-clutch transmission and is equipped with a quattro all-wheel drive system.
Q6L
SAIC Audi Q6L, the current car name is just speculation, because SAIC Audi registered the Q6L trademark. This car is based on volkswagen MLB platform, and it is also saicus Audi's first fuel SUV, positioning itself in the medium and large SUV market. Whether it is a special model of China is still unknown. Due to the precedent of the previous Hui Ang and A7L collinear production, audi Q6 and Tuon collinear line is not surprising, the model size may refer to SAIC Volkswagen Tuon, the car uses a 3-row 7-seat layout.
From the current spy photos, it can be seen that SAIC Audi Q6 SAIC Audi Q6 continues to use a family-style hexagonal large-size front grille, with a criss-crossed style of the middle net inside, the headlight groups on both sides may adopt a split structure, the upper part is the flowing water turn signal and LED daytime running lights, and the lower part is the headlight group integrating near and far light.
The rear is a standard Audi high-end SUV design, the through-type taillights and hidden exhaust pipes have a strong Audi flavor, and the overall shape is indeed somewhat similar to the silhouette of Tuon. The SAIC Audi Q6 will be unveiled in the second half of 2022 to face the domestic BMW X5L, and the price may be between 500,000 and 600,000 yuan. In terms of power, the SAIC Audi Q6 is expected to be equipped with 2.0T and 3.0T engines, matched with a 7-speed wet dual-clutch transmission, and some models will be equipped with quattro four-wheel drive system.
● BMW brand
In 2022, BMW brand new car planning will push 26 models, and in the Chinese market to focus on the field of pure electric models, the launch of up to 5 pure electric models, including BMW iX3, BMW iX, BMW i4, the first pure electric luxury flagship sedan BMW i7 and pure electric BMW 3 Series (BMW i3) produced at BMW Brilliance factory in Shenyang. The fuel vehicle series is also worth looking forward to, including the new generation of BMW 7 series led, domestic X5, X7, 8 series and other flagships ushered in a major overhaul. In addition to the more playful M240i, BMW's X3 M40i, X4 M40i and other SUV models will also appear; in order to meet the trend of electrification, BMW M will also launch models such as the i4 M50 and iX M60.
The new generation bmw 7 series
A new generation of BMW 7 Series hypothetical drawings
BMW has released official test photos of the seventh generation of the 7 Series overseas, and the car will be officially unveiled in 2022. From the spy photos that have been exposed many times, it can be basically confirmed that the new generation of the 7 series will adopt a split headlight design and have a larger double kidney grille. The air intakes that surround the sides of the front are sharply shaped, and the taillight group is more slender, consisting of two very slender LED light groups, but does not use a penetrating LED light source.
The interior of the car will use the same one-piece curved double screen as the BMW iX, equipped with a three-spoke flat-bottom multi-function steering wheel, and an electronic gear shift mechanism below. In terms of power, it is expected to provide a low/high power 3.0T engine as well as a 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 engine
X7 mid-term redesign
The million-dollar BMW X7 ushered in a mid-term redesign, and the road test spy photos of the mid-term redesign of BMW X7 have been exposed. The new car adopts a split headlight set design similar to the new BMW 7 Series, and the biggest change is to replace it with BMW's new family front face, which will be fully applied to BMW's new products in 2022. The rear tail light group may adopt a new flat design of the rear tail light group, and may continue to be powered by a 3.0T in-line six-cylinder engine and a 4.4T V8 engine.
8 series mid-term reform
In 2018, the BMW 8 Series returned to the stage, but the recognition has remained at a very low level. Nowadays, the 8 series has reached the day of the mid-term redesign, and overseas media have taken spy photos of the mid-term redesign of the 8 series. In terms of appearance, the lateral grille that has not changed much has been used, the details of the front face have been adjusted, the size of the intake grille has been increased, and the adjusted headlight inner cavity has improved the recognition of the front face of the new BMW 8 Series. In terms of interior, the watch will not change much. However, with the latest version of bmw's iDrive system, the infotainment changes in the car are worth looking forward to.
In the power part, the regular version of the new car is expected to be equipped with a 3.0T L6 engine, a maximum horsepower of 340Ps, and a peak torque of 400N·m; the M-Power version, equipped with a 4.4T V8 engine, with a maximum horsepower of 530Ps and a peak torque of 749N·m, are matched with an 8-speed manual transmission.
Domestic X5
The domestic BMW X5 has obviously lengthened the body, and from the declaration information, the body length and wheelbase of the domestic BMW X5 have increased by 130mm compared with the current model. The domestically produced BMW X5 has a body length, width and height of 5060*2004*1779mm, and a wheelbase of 3105mm.
In terms of appearance, the domestic BMW X5 basically continues the overall design style of the overseas version of the model. In terms of details, the sides of the front surround have been replaced with new chrome trims with more chic shapes, making the sense of luxury stronger. The most significant feature of the rear part of the car is the nameplate of "BMW Brilliance" at the bottom left of the tailgate, which is also consistent with the design of the overseas imported version of the model. In terms of power, the domestic BMW X5 will be equipped with 2.0T engines and 3.0T engines. Among them, the maximum power of the 2.0T engine is 200kW, and the maximum power of the 3.0T engine is 272kW.
Mid-term revamp of the 3 series
The mid-term redesign of the BMW 3 series is no secret in terms of appearance, and the overseas road test spy photos have been exposed many times before. The front face is still in a family design style, the size of the double kidney-shaped grille seems to have increased slightly compared to the current model, the internal structure of the headlight groups on both sides has also been adjusted, and the daily running lights have been transferred to the top of the light group, and the style is more sharp.
In terms of tail styling, it is expected that the internal structure of the tail light group has been adjusted to be more layered. The lower bracket of the fuel version is equipped with a total of two exhaust ports on both sides, while the lower bracket of the pure electric version is similar to the iX3. On the power side, the possibility of adjustment in the powertrain is not very likely, but it is expected to add a 48V light mix system to improve fuel economy and improve smooth performance.
M240i
The M240i model was officially introduced in the third quarter of 2022, and the new car is based on BMW's CLAR platform, which is the performance version of the current generation of the 2 Series Coupe. The car is powered by a 3.0T turbocharged inline six-cylinder engine with a maximum power of 374 horsepower. With a new and widened wheelbase and chassis structural parts, with the B58+8AT color correction, it is the only large toy in the same level and price that can achieve the rare attributes of 6 cylinders + rear drive.
X3/X4 M40i
The significance of the introduction of BMW X3 M40i and BMW X4 M40i is not only to enrich the BMW M family product line, but also to give consumers a new choice of 3.0T. The price is more acceptable than the X3 M/X4 M, and the handling performance will be more meaningful than the regular X3 and X4. In terms of power, the two models are equipped with a 3.0T engine and match the 48V hybrid system, with a maximum power of 284 kW (386 hp) and a maximum torque of 500 Nm.
● Mercedes-Benz brand
Mercedes-Benz said in its 2022 new car plan in China that it will launch 21 new cars in China this year. This includes 8 pure electric and plug-in hybrid models, the most noteworthy of which is mercedes-EQ's first pure electric car based on the EVA platform in China - Beijing Benz EQE. In addition, the new cars released during the year included the Mercedes-Benz C-Class Plug-in Hybrid Edition, the Mercedes-Benz S-Class Plug-in Hybrid Edition and the Mercedes-Maybach S 680 4MATIC Ingenious Couture Premiere. AMG celebrates its 55th anniversary, and a number of performance cars, including the Mercedes-AMG SL 63 and the first Mercedes-AMG EQS 53 4MATIC+ pure electric model, will also be available within the year.
The new Mercedes-Benz C-Class plug-in hybrid version
The exterior design of the new car and the long-wheelbase C-class sedan on sale are basically the same, using a sporty version of the big label style. Unlike the fuel version, the new car adds a port to the rear and left rear fenders, one is slow charging and the other is fast charging. Regarding the exterior and interior, there is no difference from the Mercedes-Benz C-Class on sale. However, mercedes-Benz C-class currently has a C 300e model in overseas markets, using a 2.0T engine with an electric motor to form a plug-in hybrid system, the maximum power of the engine is 204 horsepower, the maximum power of the motor is 129 horsepower, the acceleration time of 100 kilometers is 6.1 seconds, and the extreme speed is 245km/h. At the same time, the car is also equipped with a lithium-ion battery pack with a capacity of 25.4 kWh, and the maximum cruising range in pure electric mode is 100 kilometers.
Mercedes-AMG SL 63
The Mercedes-AMG SL63 is based on the recently released new Mercedes-AMG SL series, featuring a classic two-door four-seat seat layout. This version will position itself in a track orientation, outperforming the AMG SL in terms of handling and performance. When the new car is launched, it will be able to compete directly with the "GT" series of porsche 911s. The front face of the new car features a straight waterfall grille from the Mercedes-AMG family, and the sharp and slim headlights are also the signature Mercedes-Benz family style, and the exaggerated design of the front surround deflector channel shows its excellent aerodynamic design as much as possible.
On the side of the body, the new car maintains the SL's classic long front suspension short rear suspension body proportions, the front cabin leaves enough space to ensure that it can accommodate a large displacement engine, the cockpit adopts a double-row seat design, and the rear will accommodate a soft-top convertible mechanism.
The interior has a layout similar to the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, allowing the sports car to have a luxurious interior. The 12.3-inch full LCD instrument panel is equipped with an 11.9-inch central control screen with a freely adjustable angle, and integrates the second generation of MBUX infotainment interactive system, making the interior of the car highly tech-based
In terms of power, the AMG SL 63 will be equipped with a 4.0T twin-turbo V8 engine with a maximum power of 585Ps (430 kW), a peak torque of 800 N·m, a 0-100 km/h acceleration of 3.6 seconds, and a top speed of 315 km/h. The transmission is matched by the AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 9-speed transmission.
summary
With the Chinese government to increase the promotion of new energy vehicles from the perspective of multi-party guidance and stimulation of policies, the penetration rate of new energy vehicles continues to rise, and the development of the automobile market has also ushered in major changes. Friends who hold the indicators of new energy electric vehicles in their hands, the luxury brand electric vehicles available in 2022 are more abundant, which is a good thing. If you are a "conservative" fuel faction, are you looking forward to the three major BBA luxury brand fuel vehicles in 2022? Don't panic too much, and don't believe the tone of the fuel car on the Internet. Perhaps the internal combustion engine of the 8-cylinder large-displacement engine is indeed rare, but the powerful 6-cylinder sports models such as bmw M240i, X3 M40i, and Audi S4 Avent can still be bought, and fuel vehicles can still meet the pursuit of mechanical charm by gasoline car enthusiasts with stock market opportunities.