Zongshen Sai Kelong RX6, a multi-functional hugh travel using European power, European design, and European standard Chinese intelligence, is original from scratch, and works with international partners to deeply study the current and future use needs of hugh travel users, just so that Chinese users can also enjoy a riding partner with a look and texture, driving quality and control experience that exceeds the same level.
European RX6
European Dynamics
European design
European standards
Made in China
After the launch of the RX6 project, Zongshen Seclon and the Ricardo team carried out a new development based on the Norton 1200cc V4 power platform to design this two-cylinder water-cooled eight-valve ND650 engine. It adopts the most cutting-edge thermodynamic research results, with advanced mechanism, excellent performance characteristics, its power data benchmarking international first-line brands are not too much, the maximum power of 52kW / 8500rpm (70.7 horsepower), the maximum torque of 62N.m / 7000rpm.
After improving the power platform, Ricciardo carried out a full package design for the RX6 vehicle, including the overall vehicle shape design, a full set of frame development, engine tuning, electronic control system integration, riding texture tuning, etc. This is also a new attempt made in China: with the help of international top design resources, to create an original model that not only meets the international standard, but also has a unique oriental aesthetic.
In April 2019, the Zongshen Secoron team went to the Ricciardo Design Center in Italy to conduct the first evaluation of the RX6 model prototype. After fully evaluating the use habits and scenes of the model in China, he and the Ricardo design team put forward optimization opinions, including appearance, man-machine control evaluation, maintenance analysis and testing, regulatory compliance inspection, detailed structural inspection and so on. Successfully passing this round of evaluation is only the first step in the long march of RX6 mass production and listing. Only the successful completion of this step can lay the foundation for the subsequent rigorous tests (laboratory tests, closed road tests, open road tests, etc.) for nearly 2 years.
At the same time as the first evaluation, the development team also made corresponding judgments on the use habits and application scenarios of the model in China, and Zongshen Jiyan and the Ricardo design team jointly proposed new optimization opinions, including appearance, man-machine control evaluation, maintenance analysis and testing, regulatory compliance inspection, detailed structure inspection and so on.
Successfully passing this round of evaluation is only the first step in the mass production and listing of RX6. Next, it will undergo more than 2 years of rigorous testing (laboratory testing, closed road testing, open road testing, etc.), laying a solid foundation for a real listing.
Of course, after the design is finalized, the car is also constantly being optimized and adjusted. The core element of everything is to meet the riding needs of the actual user, and to strike a balance between the use case and the performance of the vehicle design. There is a lot of learning, but there is also a lot of research and experimentation, including demand and performance, art and aesthetic habits, cost and technology content, regulations and convenience, and so on. Each link needs to be fully prejudged, then followed by subsequent verification, and then finalized through experimental data and test results. For example, in terms of the improvement of the prototype car, after several rounds of in-depth discussion between China and foreign parties, the RX6 was first revealed:
Engine hanger welding process
Improvement of the welding process for engine hangers. The use of stiffer reinforcement materials while improving stress structure ensures more stable engine mounting and better vibration suppression.
Before improvements
After improvements
Turn signal styling improvements
Turn signal styling adjustment. The new matrix LED light cluster design is adopted, which not only makes the appearance more aesthetic, but also improves the actual warning effect.
Improvements in tail cap seam process
Rear design adjustments and functional upgrades. Improve the tail cover seam process to enhance the sense of unity, optimize the tail light design, make it more coordinated and recognizable, and optimize the structure to facilitate the rear driving recorder.
Muffler appearance and installation structure improvements
Muffler appearance and installation structure improvements. Without affecting the thick exhaust sound wave, the muffler length is shortened as much as possible, the distribution of the vehicle's center of gravity is improved, the body becomes more compact, and the curb weight is also reduced.
The engine under the guard was changed to nylon + glass fiber
The engine underwing is repurposed with a new material. A new nylon + glass fiber blend is selected, which combines strength and toughness with lightweight properties and controllable costs.
TFT instrumentation, front end optimization
Comprehensive optimization of the front of the car. Including the replacement of the latest generation of TFT color screen, hand handle holder, upper and lower connection plate re-styling, brake oil cup reinforcement, hood installation optimization (reduce exposed screws) and so on.
With the arrival of the 2022 New Year, the Sycoron RX6 has finally ushered in mass production. For a better riding experience and a more international standard model positioning, all the long waits are undoubtedly worth it. In accordance with the laws and logic of industry to build a good car, not exaggerated, not in a hurry, with a pragmatic attitude to face the market and consumers, such an RX6, worthy of your personal experience...
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European multi-functional rest RX6 "Five Years of Grinding a Sword" series, to be continued, stay tuned!