[Aika car shopping guide original]
When buying digital products, we often say that buying new is not buying old, after all, every new product release can bring a lot of fresh technology. This is also the case for buying a car, but this is more about the replacement than the annual small change, after all, sometimes the annual small change will operate in the opposite direction, not only the price will be slightly increased, the configuration will be slightly reduced. Today, I recommend four cars that can wait to buy new ones and never buy old ones.
●GUANGQI Honda Binzhi
● Official guidance price: 12.78-17.68 million yuan
As the star model of the domestic joint venture small SUV, Honda Binzhi and the "brother" model XR-V basically occupy half of the market segment. In terms of appearance, Binzhi adopts the Japanese version of the shape, which is more original. The stout chrome mesh with matrix LED headlights looks particularly fierce. The rounded body contour, two-tone wheels and flexible waist and tail lines make Binzhi look particularly small and dynamic.
In terms of interior, the asymmetrical design adopted by Binzhi is very personalized, and the interior color matching is also characteristic enough to provide a variety of choices such as leather black, combination brown, combination black, leather red, fabric black and so on. Although the central control screen is only 8 inches, it is functionally equipped with Honda CONNECT intelligent guidance interconnection system and Honda SENSING intelligent driving assistance system. Although the instrument is a conventional mechanical + LCD form, the style is very dynamic, and the red backlight ring is full of combat.
In terms of power, the 1.5L and 1.5T models have two power options, of which the 1.5L engine has a maximum power of 96kW (131Ps)/6600rpm and a peak torque of 155Nm/4600rpm; the maximum power of the 1.5T engine is 130kW (177Ps)/6000rpm, and the peak torque is 220Nm/1700-5500rpm. In terms of transmission system, except for the entry-level model, which matches a 6-speed manual transmission, the rest are matched with a CVT transmission. Because Binzhi's space performance for mm design concept is also outstanding, in addition, the current market terminal has a discount of about 12,000 yuan, which is still worth buying.
But the new generation is undoubtedly more worth buying, using the latest design language in terms of appearance, changing the previous old-fashioned and moderate design style. The front face adopts a large hexagonal grille design, which is composed of a number of transverse chrome trim strips, and is paired with narrow and sharp LED headlights on both sides, which provides a very good visual effect. The straight waistline runs through the side of the car, making it look more slender, and the slightly slippery roof shape presents a bit of a déjà vu of a coupe SUV. The hidden design of the rear door handles has been continued, and the simple shape of the tail is somewhat similar to the crown road. In terms of body size, the length/width/height of the new generation of Binzhi is 4330/1790/1580mm, and the wheelbase is 2610mm, which is basically equivalent to the current model.
In the interior part, the new generation of Binzhi adopts the latest family design style, the overall shape is simple, and the design of a large number of horizontal lines not only stretches the visual width but also adds a sense of layering, but also makes the functional partitions clearer. The instrument is still in the form of mechanical + LCD display, but the LCD screen is larger in size and the information that can be displayed is more abundant. The central control screen has changed from embedded to suspended design, retaining the shortcut buttons and adjustment knobs of common functions, and the operation is very smooth.
In terms of power, the new car uses a new L15Z 1.5L four-cylinder engine, with a maximum power of 87 kW (117 hp) and a peak torque of 142 Nm, matching the CVT transmission of the same model as the fourth-generation Fit, but with a lower gear ratio. In addition, the new generation of Focus is available in a hybrid version with an e:HEV hybrid system that combines a LEC 1.5L i-VTEC petrol engine with two electric motors. The maximum power of the engine is 78 kW (105 hp), the peak torque is 127 Nm, the maximum power of the electric motor is 96 kW (129 hp), and the maximum torque is 253 Nm. The new car is expected to be available within this year.
●Dongfeng Yueda Kia Kia KX5
● Official guidance price: 16.28-19.18 million yuan
Although The country has "renewed" a wave of life for the KX5, its performance is still slightly behind today's joint venture SUVs. In terms of appearance, even if you look at the KX5 now, it is still not outdated, the front of the car adopts an integrated mid-mesh, and the grille is connected to the headlights on both sides, effectively expanding the visual width of the front face. The lines on the side of the car, although simple, look powerful. The design of the rear through taillights not only improves the recognition but also increases the layering of the tail, and the wide silver skid plate below is completely sporty with the thick oval exhaust tail on both sides.
The interior is not Kia's latest design, but it still looks good. The center console adopts a symmetrical layout, the functional layout is reasonable, and the frequently used physical buttons are designed at easy reach. The materials used inside the carriage also meet the standards of the joint venture SUVs, and most of the areas are made of plastic-lined materials. The 12.3-inch multimedia display on the center console is standard, except for the lowest model, the rest support navigation, road call rescue, voice recognition, Internet of Vehicles and other functions.
In terms of power, the KX5 offers two different powertrains of 2.0L+6AT and 1.6T+7DCT, with a maximum power of 121kW (165Ps) and 130kW (177Ps) and a peak torque of 203Nm and 265Nm, respectively. Nowadays, the terminal discount is about 20,000 yuan, which is a relatively low price in a compact SUV.
Although the current KX5 can reach the level of mainstream joint venture compact SUVs, it has been replaced for many years or made it appear to be ineffective in competition with competitors. With the "own brother" Hyundai Tucson L has completed the replacement, now the Kia KX5 will also usher in a comprehensive replacement. KX5 overseas counterpart is Kia SPORTAGE, the new car adopts a new "Opposites United" family design language, compared to the current model, more radical and young, rich and sharp lines not only increase the three-dimensional sense of the vehicle, but also make the new car look more fashionable and dynamic. In addition, the body size and space that have been criticized by everyone have finally been fully upgraded, and the new car length/width/height is 4660/1865/1660mm, and the wheelbase is 2755mm, which is superior to most of today's joint venture compact SUVs.
Compared with the exaggerated exterior design, the interior of the new generation KX5 is relatively convergent. However, even if there is some convergence, there are still many unique designs in the details, and many high-tech design elements are also integrated. The center console as a whole is biased towards the driver's side, and the curved double screen that occupies 1/3 of the area of the center console is equipped with the air outlets of the "Ge" type on both sides, which is very unique and innovative.
In terms of power, the overseas version is available in a variety of power versions such as 1.6T engine, 2.0T diesel engine, hybrid and plug-in hybrid. As for the domestic version, or the domestic Tucson L powertrain, including a 1.5T engine + 7-speed dual-clutch transmission; and a 2.0L hybrid + 6AT transmission.
Summary: Binzhi needless to say, even if it is not replaced, with the current product strength and Honda's brand influence, it is not a problem to fight for another year or two. After the replacement, the product strength will be further improved, and it is believed that it will still become a hit. As for kia KX5, although the product strength has increased after the "continuation", in the face of the fierce competition in the compact SUV market, whether it is compared with Japanese, German, American or domestic brands, it is insufficient. The new KX5 not only has the shape and interior design, powertrain and intelligent configuration that are not inferior to competitors at the same level, in terms of pricing, with reference to Beijing Hyundai Tucson L, it should be maintained in the range of 150,000-220,000 yuan, and there is no doubt that the competitive advantage will be more obvious.
Binzhi & KX5
●SAIC Volkswagen Lingdu
● Official guidance price: 14.99-18.69 million yuan
As a Volkswagen that has been working in China for many years, almost every model under it can be well known to consumers. But there is also one car exception, that is, SAIC Volkswagen's Lingdu, which seems a bit lonely in the midst of the hustle and bustle. In the period when it was first launched, it was indeed the highlight moment of Lingdu. However, with the passage of time, Lingdu, which has not made a big move for 5 years, has gradually become an unpopular door. Although it has not changed for many years, with today's aesthetic standards, Lingdu, which has the title of "wide-body coupe", interprets the flat design concept of the Volkswagen family very well, although it is somewhat low-key, but it is absolutely different.
The interior is still the same design style of the 7th generation golf era, the simple center console has a T-shaped layout, the top is soft-lined plastic material, and the middle is decorated with silver panels imitating brushed aluminum, which enhances the sense of sport. Lcd instruments, touch-type central control screen are equipped, display style and operation logic are relatively simple. The smoothness of the mismatch is higher than the latest car system on the 8th generation Golf.
In terms of power, Lingdu has launched GTS models equipped with the same power of GTI, and now only 1.4T high/low power engines are available. The low-power version has a maximum power of 96 kW (131 hp) and a peak torque of 225 Nm, and a high power version of 110 kW (150 hp) and a peak torque of 250 Nm. The entire drivetrain is matched with a 7-stop dual-clutch transmission. Although the terminal discount now exceeds 20,000 yuan, it is still difficult to support sales.
In order to save the decline, the new Lingdu L is coming. Today, it has been replaced by a "smiling front face" design, which is a "groundbreaking" design in the Volkswagen family, compared with the previous familial front face, the new Lingdu is obviously different. The side of the body looks quite CC charm, and the addition of triangular windows makes the vehicle more slender. On top of that, the new Lingdu L uses a bezel-less door that highlights the car's identity and a hatchback tailgate design, which is unique in its class. In terms of body size, the new Lingdu L has achieved the name of "luxury wide-body coupe", with a body width of 1831mm and a wheelbase of 2731mm.
The interior adopts Volkswagen's latest digital design, integrated screen design, format touch buttons, and lever-type electronic barrier rods make the car look simple and stylish, but also full of scientific and technological sense. The 1.025-inch LCD instrument and the middle connection part of the 12-inch central control screen have been bent, and the overall bias is biased to the driver's side, which is more conducive to operation during driving. As for the UI design and function of the instrument and the central control screen, it is consistent with the Golf.
In terms of power, the new Lingdu L will continue to be equipped with Volkswagen's golden powertrain, the EA211 1.4T high-power engine matched with a 7-stop wet dual-clutch transmission, the maximum power of the engine is 110 kW (150 hp), and the peak torque is 250 Nm. In addition, the new Lingdu L has also been upgraded in terms of driving assistance, providing automatic parking, Travel Assist intelligent driving assistance and other configurations, which can achieve L2 level assisted driving.
● Changan Ford Mondeo
● Official guidance price: 19.28-226,800 yuan
Like LingDu, Mondeo is also an "old face", and the last replacement was 9 years ago. Although it has a "Martin" face, the body lines are also very smooth and dynamic, and the slip-back design is still a popular fashion nowadays. Even after a minor makeover, the underside of the car becomes sharper, and the middle of the taillights is connected by chrome trim, which enhances the sense of layering and sportiness to a certain extent. But after 9 years, even if it looks good and enduring, everyone will still be aesthetically tired after watching for a long time.
Entering the car, the simple T-shaped center console comes into view, the black color scheme supplemented by silver trim is very suitable for the aesthetics of young consumers, the center speedometer + the combination of the LCD screen on both sides and the sense of movement. In order to pursue a sense of technology, a vertical 12.8-inch touch screen was installed in the central control area, and the barrier bar also adopted the form of a knob. Although the central control screen does forcibly enhance the sense of technology in the interior, it always feels a little out of place and does not seem advanced enough.
In terms of power, Mondeo offers two power options of 1.5T and 2.0T, the 1.5T engine has a maximum power of 134kW (182 hp) / 6000rpm, a peak torque of 243Nm/ 1750-4500rpm, a maximum power of 152kW (207 hp) / 5000rpm, and a peak torque of 354Nm / 1850-4000rpm. In terms of drivetrain, both engines are mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission. Although Mondeo has not been replaced for many years, with a market terminal of about 35,000 yuan, it still has sales of about 2,000 vehicles per month.
Although the Mondeo is still the second best-selling model of the Changan Ford family, in terms of the competitiveness of the current Mondeo, it is difficult to help Changan Ford to have too high a harvest in the joint venture B-class car market. So here comes the new generation of Mondeo. The new car adopts the same new family design elements as EVOS, the front face is an octagonal grille, the interior is a dot matrix layout, with split lights and a three-stage air intake design below, the overall look is very stylish and dynamic. Pulled to the side of the body, giving people the biggest feeling of "big", the new car length / width / height reached 4935 / 1875 / 1500mm, the wheelbase also increased by 95mm to 2945mm, successfully with the Camry, Accord and so on to open the gap, almost reached the level of their own higher level Taurus.
When I came to the car, it was as if I was sitting in a "new car-making force". The overall design continues the style of EVOS, like an IMAX giant screen, the central control screen is connected by a 27-inch 4K resolution central control giant screen and a 2K resolution 12.3-inch LCD instrument cluster. The center console without a single button or knob with a knob-style stop lever directly fills the tech atmosphere. The use of a large number of soft materials enhances the texture and luxury of the car.
In terms of power, from the information currently revealed, the new generation of Mondeo will be equipped with the same EVOS 2.0T Ecoboost engine, the maximum power of 238 horsepower, peak torque of 376Nm, the data is quite eye-catching. In terms of transmission system, it will also match the 8-speed automatic transmission on EVOS.
Summary: From the "popular fried chicken" of that year to today's "small transparent", Lingdu can be said to have experienced great ups and downs, although it has also undergone a slight upgrade, the terminal offer is not small, but it is still tepid, the reason is that everyone is striding forward, it is walking. However, the launch of the new Lingdu L is a one-hitter to catch up with competitors, and the frameless doors, hatchback design, which are unique in their class, make it look different. For Mondeo, although the sales of the current model are still reasonable, the launch of the new generation of Mondeo is absolutely into the heart of the needle, whether it is the exterior interior design, body size and space or power parameters, it has a more significant advantage over competitors, as long as the pricing is reasonable, it must not be worried about selling.
Editor's comments: Well, the above are the four cars that are about to be replaced, compared to the current model, there is a significant improvement in product strength. Although these models currently have certain discounts at the terminal, in my opinion, the improvement of new cars in all aspects can fully make up for this part of the difference. So, if you're thinking about buying these four cars, you might as well wait a little longer, and the new ones will be here right away.
Highlights review:
The new Honda Binzhi official map was released or listed in China within the year
A touch of red Volkswagen style really shoot SAIC Volkswagen Lingdu L
The new generation of Ford Mondeo is officially released 9 years to grind a sword
Lingdu & Mondeo