In recent years, China's auto market has begun to transform, from the incremental era to the stock era. As consumers become more and more aware of cars and their purchasing power increases, higher requirements are also put forward for products. In addition to the conventional appearance, space and configuration, everyone pays more and more attention to driving quality, while conforming to the trend of scientific and technological development, paying special attention to intelligence.
When consumers' focus returns from brand priority to the product itself, it is a good sign for independent brands. Therefore, they have adapted to the consumption upgrade and launched more high-end models in order to achieve a counterattack.
For example, the third-generation Haval H6, Changan CS75 PLUS, Roewe RX5 MAX and other models are all leaders. Among them, the Roewe RX5 MAX has just launched the annual new model, and the product strength has been fully upgraded.
Recently, we got the new 2022 1.5T automatic flagship model (1.5T top), and conducted an in-depth test drive experience in the snowy days of Beijing, and we will share it with you below.
Looks: The appearance is domineering and exquisite, and the interior double screen grabs the camera
Frankly, although it's only been about a year since the last redesign, when we first met the 2022 new Roewe RX5 MAX, we were still fascinated by its exterior design. Although the front face is still the familiar "rhythm", but the designer obviously has higher requirements, spindle-shaped middle net, with a giant star yao dragon scale grille inside, 60 Ronglin pieces spread over the entire front face, conveying a kind of impact of "li pulling up the mountain and the world", which can instantly catch people's eyes, which is a refreshing and very attractive type.
The lighting design of the front face is split, which is rare in the roewe family products and is refreshing. Above is the through-type LED day running light, using a narrow and long shape, integrated with the top of the front net, below is the energy cube LED headlight group, using vertical bars arranged up and down, surrounded by four small blue light beads, making people feel sharp and cool.
On the side of the body, the style of the B-pillar and C-pillar is very familiar, and the waist line is still a very straight line, such as the raised rib line introduced under the door, which fills the muscle of the body waist, and the overall front low and high back create a swooping body posture.
This is complemented by concealed door handles, "Ginger Iron Horse" designed mirrors and tail fins, and multi-spoke 19-inch wheels with two-tone livery to further enhance the sporty atmosphere.
The shape of the rear of the car is relatively full, the chrome strip in the middle connects the taillights, and maintains a level with the bulge under the tailgate, the exhaust is a solid bilateral co-out of the real exhaust, while adding corner elements at the top, the details are very well grasped.
The interior design style is also transformed into youthful, like the multi-function steering wheel operation knob of the game lever and the sports-style seat color scheme with red line decoration, and when you are in it, there is an immediate urge to go to the track.
In particular, the double 12.3-inch transverse through-type large joint screen, the visual impact is very strong, but also the most significant change compared with the previous generation, very scientific and technological atmosphere, feel like driving a spaceship. And with a certain inclination, forming a hugging effect. The application of a large number of flat lines in the car makes the entire center console appear simple and bright, rich in functions and not cluttered.
In terms of materials, it maintains the consistent high standards of its own brand, and the places that are often contacted are covered with soft materials, supplemented by a large number of chrome or paint materials to set off, and the sense of luxury is created in place. It's also very conscientious in terms of configuration, with an openable panoramic sunroof, a 9-speaker BOSE sound and 256-color light-guided ambient lights that bring a rich hormone to the car at night.
Finally, let's talk about the size of the car, although the positioning is still a compact SUV, but the length and width are 4676/1875/1725mm, the wheelbase is 2760mm, such data is closer to the medium-sized SUV, not only visually more atmospheric, the space performance is also very outstanding, such as the rear row, the back angle of the chair can be mediated, I am 178mm tall sitting inside, the space can be said to be very spacious, the leg space is more than two fists, and even the legs of the Erlang can be very comfortably cocked, not living up to the name of MAX.
Thanks to the space performance of the skipper, the trunk has a good loading capacity, which can easily fit three suitcases of 20/24/28 inches, the car is also equipped with a partition to make better use of space, and the rear row also supports to be put down, even if it is a long-distance self-driving tour, the new Roewe RX5 MAX can easily be competent.
Play: Human-computer interaction is upgraded, and the more "Venus" is used, the smarter it is
In today's highly integrated car and technology, intelligent networking has become a just need for young people. The Roewe RX5 is one of the earliest models involved in automobile intelligence in China, and when it was put on the market in 2016, it became a "dark horse" in the industry with the zebra system cooperated with Ali.
Nowadays, the cooperation between SAIC And Ali in the field of intelligence has been deepening, and the research on human-vehicle interaction has also entered the deep water area. The new Roewe RX5 MAX 1.5T model is equipped with the Venus Intelligent System for Internet Cars and mediatek 2712P processors.
According to official information, the Internet Car Venus Intelligent System has the functions of voice service "Small Heel Spot", driving service "AR Real Scene Navigation", "IOT Remote Control", ecological service "Open Ecological Application", Chejia Interconnection, NetEase Cloud and B Station Video (New). At the same time, IT also supports FOTA upgrades, and soft power can be continuously iterated.
Taking the "Little Heel Spot" voice service as an example, through Venus's exclusive anthropomorphic AI virtual character - Roewe Eggshell, people and the car machine can communicate very smoothly. Moreover, it has a strong learning ability, and the more you use it, the smarter you are. At the same time, users can also train it in a targeted manner and pay attention to its growth value at any time.
In this regard, we did a test and experienced that the function of this "Roewe eggshell" is really powerful. When you first say "Please play Zhao Lei's Chengdu", and then simplify it and say "Zhao Lei, Chengdu", it knows what you want. As for navigation, playing music, and vehicle-related controls, it is even more important.
Moreover, the latest Roselle smart cockpit equipped with the 2.0T model is equipped with a 7-nanometer Snapdragon 8155 chip, which has stronger performance. At the same time, "Little Heel Spot" is exclusive to Roselle, and also imported the artificial intelligence learning platform of Ali Dharma Academy, which can be "understood, learned faster, and will be more", and carry out emotional communication, which can be described as cross-era progress.
At the same time, there are also dharma semantics, dual-screen interconnection, multi-finger control and MR scene reconstruction. If you have higher requirements for intelligence, it is indeed worth starting, and if it is just ordinary daily use, the 1.5T Venus intelligent system is more than enough.
Open up: 1.5T+6AT gold power, sex can be used stable and reliable
Finally, let's talk about the power and handling of this car. First of all, the new Roewe RX5 MAX has two powertrains, 1.5T+6AT and 2.0T+8AT. Compared with the previous generation, the gearbox of the 2.0T model has been changed from the original 6-speed wet dual clutch to the Aisin 8AT. Relatively speaking, consumers are more fond of Aisin's 8AT gearbox. The 1.5T model continues the previous generation, and this power combination has been recognized by users, and the mature and stable performance is very suitable for urban transportation.
We are test driving a 1.5T+6AT version of the model, first look at the parameters, the maximum power of 133W (181 horsepower), the maximum torque of 285N·m. Although the parameters are weaker than 2.0T, the manufacturer's low speed and high torque adjustment can achieve a maximum torque of 1500 revolutions (2.0T is 2000 revolutions), so starting, accelerating, and overtaking can be done with ease, never drag mud with water, the power is not worried at all, and the driving texture is very good, and even has surpassed some joint venture SUVs.
Our test drive route is mainly the road conditions in Beijing. The 6AT gearbox is good enough in terms of smoothness and reliability, especially in Beijing, where there are many stop-and-go situations, but you can be completely assured that you don't have to think about how to drive more scientifically like a dual clutch.
Moreover, this car has a total of 4 driving modes of sport, economy, standard and comfort to choose from, adapting to different scenarios. The steering force can be adjusted in a customized way, and different forces can meet the needs of different users.
Of course, to measure the performance of a car, in addition to power and handling, safety is the top priority.
In terms of passive safety, the new Roewe RX5 MAX adopts a high-strength cage safety body, high-strength steel accounts for more than 80%, known as the "pillar of life" A and B pillars, both use high-strength thermoformed steel, these invisible materials are in the same level of competitors are at the leading level.
In terms of active safety, that is, in terms of automatic driving assistance, this 1.5T top-mounted model is basically full. In addition to the familiar ABS, ESP, etc., high-end configurations such as lane departure, lane keeping, active braking active safety, front and rear parking radar, 360-degree panoramic imagery and full-speed adaptive cruise are also arranged. Even if today's test drive, we encountered a rare snow day in Beijing, the road is very slippery, but the overall driving stability of the new Roewe RX5 MAX is still good, it will not be afraid of people, you can safely and boldly drive.
In addition, in the crash test of China Insurance Research Institute, the main indicators such as the new Roewe RX5 MAX occupant safety index, the pedestrian safety index and the vehicle auxiliary safety index are all G (excellent).
Overall, the new Roewe RX5 MAX is a car that is very much in line with the target user settings, the space is very abundant, the comfort performance is relatively good, and after updating the design and interior technology configuration, it will be able to meet the needs of today's consumers, especially young consumers who like to pursue technology and fashion.
Write at the end
Consumption upgrading will inevitably bring product upgrades, and unlike the high cold of joint venture brands, independent brands are not only very close to the people in price, but also technically never squeeze toothpaste. Whether it's power and handling, safety performance, or intelligence, the new Roewe RX5 MAX is enough to be among the first echelons in the industry.
For ordinary home users, mainly urban transportation, 1.5T models are completely enough, and the price of 129,800-165,800 yuan is also very close to the people. If you're a geek who loves to play performance, the 2.0T+8AT is obviously a bit more perfect, and has a more advanced Roselle Wisdom cockpit blessing with almost no slot points.
If you happen to have a car purchase plan in the near future, you may wish to go to the 4S store to take a look, open it, and then make a horizontal comparison with other alternative models, I believe there will be a more intuitive feeling.