Text/Shore Qing
In recent years, many consumers are more inclined to spacious and comfortable car space, but also feel that the size of the SUV is too large, so the medium and large sedan has become the preferred choice of many friends, if the budget is less than 300,000, want to buy a second-tier luxury brand of medium and large cars, how to choose?
Today we will take the 2021 Hongqi H7 and 2022 Cadillac CT5 as an example to compare and analyze the advantages and disadvantages of these two cars, the 2021 Hongqi H7 has a total of three models to choose from, the official and dealer prices are 252,800 yuan - 288,800 yuan, the 2022 Cadillac CT5 has a total of four models, the official guidance price is 277,900 -341,700 yuan. After the terminal discount, the price range is 244,700 yuan to 306,700 yuan, and the two are in the same price dimension.
In this article, we will take the Hongqi H7 flagship version priced at 288,800 yuan and the Cadillac CT5 premium type with a market price of 285,700 yuan as an example, through the appearance, interior, power performance, configuration and other multi-dimensional comparative analysis, to see which of the two is better or worse.
First of all, in terms of appearance, Hongqi H7, as a domestic luxury brand, has a consistent low-key and solemn atmospheric style, pure black body atmosphere and elegance, the red LOGO of the front face has become the finishing touch, and the headlights on both sides use LED light sources and the middle grid
The grille is decorated with the usual vertical silver chrome, which also has the style of the Hongqi family grille.
The appearance of cadillac CT5 is full of fashion and youthfulness, which is in stark contrast to the red flag H7, with a blackened grille in the middle, the headlight shape is sharp, the visual impact of the front face is obvious, and there is a slightly raised ducktail design at the tail, which is a prominent highlight.
The length, width and height of the Hongqi H7 is 5095mm/1875mm/1485mm, the wheelbase is 2970mm, and the length, width and height of the Cadillac CT5 are 4924mm/1883mm/1453mm, respectively, and the wheelbase is 2947mm. The Red Flag H7 is a little more slender from the side.
In terms of power performance, the Hongqi H7 is equipped with a 2.0T turbocharged engine with a maximum engine of 150KW and a maximum torque of 260N·m, which is matched by a 6-speed automatic transmission. The maximum speed is up to 200km/h, and the combined fuel consumption of NEDC is 9.0L/100km.
The 2022 Cadillac CT5 is also equipped with a 2.0T turbocharged engine with a maximum power of 174KW and a peak torque of 350N· m, matched by a 10-speed automatic transmission. The maximum speed can reach 240km/h, and the combined fuel consumption of NEDC is 7.2L/100km. The 0-100km/h acceleration time is 7.3 seconds.
In terms of interior design, the central control screen of Hongqi H7 adopts embedded design, and the 8-inch touchable central control screen supports Bluetooth phone, mobile phone interconnection, navigation, and voice control functions. The wood grain trim at the front of the center console highlights the highlights and enriches the sense of hierarchy in the car, in addition, the Hongqi H7 uses a mechanical instrument panel, and the middle driving computer size is 4.2 inches, which shows a wealth of content. The multi-function steering wheel is made of leather material, which supports up and down + front and rear four-way angle adjustment.
The interior of the Cadillac CT5 is more technological, and the steering wheel is also made of leather, which supports four-way adjustment and heating. The central control area is equipped with a 12-inch LCD instrument and a 10-inch central control screen, which supports functions such as the Internet of Vehicles, OTA upgrades, and voice recognition control systems. The interior of the car is covered with a large number of soft materials and leather, which is soft to the touch and highlights the sense of luxury.
In other configurations, Hongqi H7 full car window support one-button lifting, exterior mirror support heating, electric folding, memory, lock car automatic folding, equipped with an electric sunroof, rear privacy window, three-zone air conditioning, support temperature independent adjustment, rear with lighting makeup mirror, front fog lights, main driver's seat support electric adjustment and seat memory function, passenger seat also support electric adjustment. The front seats support heated ventilation, while the rear seats add massage capabilities.
Cadillac CT5 only has a one-button lift function for the window, equipped with multi-layer soundproof glass in the front, dual-zone air conditioning, rear exhaust air outlet, pm2.5 filter device in the car, front lung airbag, soft and hard variable suspension adjustment, front seat heating function, and free switching of three driving mode modes.
Both are equipped with front and rear parking radar, reversing images, active safety warning system, active braking, parallel assist, 4 airbags, etc., which can achieve the L1 level of intelligent driver assistance.
summary:
The characteristics and target groups of the two models are different, and if you pursue seat comfort and low-key luxury, it is recommended to buy Hongqi H7. Friends who pursue appearance personality and dynamic performance, it is recommended to choose Cadillac CT5.