American cars have many advantages, such as advanced engine technology, strong power, solid chassis and high configuration. The online car market sorted out 10 new American brand cars that are expected to be released or listed this year, of which the high degree of attention is a new generation of Mondeo for the Chinese market, it is worth noting that the previous American cars were equipped with a large number of 3-cylinder engines but the sales were not ideal, this time Ford and Chevrolet respectively brought 4-cylinder versions of Fox and Chuangku, of which the lowest price may be the new Focus is expected to start at about 120,000 yuan.
Jiangling Ford's new Lingrui
Estimated price: 130,000-150,000 yuan
Expected time to market: March 17
Known as the mid-size SUV, the body size and power output of the Lingrui are upgraded compared to the Lingrui S of the same brand model, but it is still a compact SUV in the strict sense. The interior is replaced by a large joint screen, and supports ar real-life navigation and OTA online upgrades. In terms of power, the new car is equipped with a 1.5T engine, and the drivetrain is matched with Getrag's 7-speed dual-clutch transmission. From the perspective of positioning, after its listing, it will compete with Chery Tiggo 8PLUS, Changan UNI-K, Geely Haoyue and other models.
Lincoln Z
Pre-price: 255-342,000 yuan
Estimated time to market: First quarter
The Lincoln Z is positioned as a mid-size sedan, which can be regarded as the successor of the Lincoln MKZ, and the new car will be officially launched as soon as March. In appearance, the front is equipped with a dot matrix type middle net, and equipped with through-type daytime running lights. In terms of size, the new car is longer than the imported 5 Series and the price is much cheaper than the 3 Series. In terms of power, the new car is equipped with a 2.0T turbocharged engine and matches the 8AT gearbox. From the perspective of positioning, after its listing, it will compete with BMW Brilliance 3 Series, FAW-Volkswagen Audi A4L, SAIC-GM Cadillac CT5 and other models.
Ford's all-new F150
Scheduled: First quarter
The new ford F-150 pickup has been upgraded in the exterior and interior, and the front has been replaced with a new shape of the daytime running light strip and headlights. Interior, the new car offers a full LCD instrument and a larger central control screen, while retaining some physical buttons for intuitive operation, and the vehicle provides OTA in-flight software upgrades. In terms of power, the new car will continue to be equipped with a 3.5T EcoBoost twin-turbo V6 engine. From the perspective of positioning, its future will compete with Toyota's Tantu models.
Chevrolet is new to cool
Estimated price: about 140,000 yuan
Estimated time to market: first half of the year
Chevrolet Chuangku positioned a small SUV, and the new 1.5T model continued the design of the model on sale in terms of appearance, and also brought the RS series. In terms of power, the new car is equipped with a 1.5T four-cylinder engine, which is expected to replace the 1.3T model, and the 1.0T model will continue to be retained. Compared with the current model, the power of the new 1.5T will be significantly improved. From the perspective of positioning, its future will compete with Dongfeng Honda XR-V, FAW-Volkswagen Exploration, SAIC-GM Buick Oncora and other models.
Changan Ford's new generation of Mondeo
Expected starting price: about 180,000 yuan
Estimated time to market: Q2
The new generation of Mondeo arrives as soon as April, with a large blackened grille and blackened mesh on the outside, and the middle daytime running light has a breathing light effect that is very eye-catching. The interior is newly designed and equipped with a large 27-inch screen. The body size has increased significantly compared to the current model. In terms of power, the new car will be equipped with a 2.0T engine and match the 8AT transmission. From the perspective of positioning, after its listing, it will mainly compete with GAC Honda Accord, FAW-Volkswagen Magotan, SAIC-GM Buick Regal and other models.
Ford's all-new Focus
The new Focus will abandon the three-cylinder engine and replace the entire series with a four-cylinder engine. In terms of appearance, the new car is equipped with a large air intake grille, the shape of the headlights on both sides is narrow and long, and it is equipped with through-day running lights. In terms of power, the new car is equipped with a 1.6-liter self-priming engine and a 1.6-liter turbocharged engine, matching the 6MT/6AT/8AT transmission. From the perspective of positioning, its future will compete with FAW-Volkswagen Golf, SAIC-GM Buick Velang, Changan Mazda 3 Axela and other models.
Changan Ford is a new generation of explorers
The new generation of Explorers has completed the declaration, but in terms of model changes, it is expected to be a mid-term redesign. The interior has been replaced by a new family-style screen design, and it is likely that it will be equipped with the new Mondeo 27-inch large screen. In terms of power, the new car will continue to be equipped with a 2.3T engine, and the transmission system will match the 10-speed manual transmission. From the perspective of positioning, its future will compete with SAIC Volkswagen Tuang, FAW-Volkswagen Lanjing, Lynk & Co 09 and other models.
Cadillac LYRIQ
Pre-price: 439,700 yuan
Estimated time to market: Mid-year
Cadillac LYRIQ is the first production model of GM's Ultium platform and the first pure electric SUV of Cadillac, and the new car is equipped with the largest screen in the same class and provides a body size that exceeds the competitive products at the same price. In terms of power, the rear-drive luxury version model is equipped with a rear-wheel single motor, the battery capacity is 95.7 kWh, and the comprehensive cruising range has reached 650km. From the perspective of positioning, after its listing, it will mainly compete with SAIC Audi Q5 e-tron, BMW iX3, Weilai ES8 and other models.
Buick's new SUV
Expected time to market: second half of the year
The picture shows the current Oncora model
Buick will launch a sporty compact SUV code-named 9BQB. According to the positioning point of view, higher than the current Oncora GX, the new car will adopt a differentiated competitive strategy, or more inclined to a coupe design. In terms of power, the new car is expected to use the same 1.3T engine as the Oncora GX, and the price is expected to be around 160,000-200,000 yuan. From the perspective of positioning, its future will compete with Dongfeng Honda XR-V, Guangqi Honda Binzhi, FAW-Volkswagen Exploration and other models.
Changan Ford's new sharp world
Estimated time to market: fourth quarter
The picture shows the current Sharp World PLUS
The new Ford Sharp Edge positions a mid-size SUV and is expected to be a replacement. There is no information on the specific parameters of the new car, but according to past experience, the new car will upgrade the exterior and interior. In terms of power, the new car is expected to continue to be equipped with a 2.0T engine, and the drivetrain is matched with an 8AT gearbox. From the perspective of positioning, its future will compete with SAIC Volkswagen Tiguan L, GAC Toyota Highlander, SAIC-GM Buick Encore Plus and other models.