[Aika Car Test Drive Original]
Opening Changan Automobile's 2021 sales report card, the CS75 series continues to occupy the top spot with the sales of 281862 vehicles, and the brand moat is jointly built by the product array composed of the new CS75PLUS (officially known as the second-generation CS75PLUS), CS75PLUS, and the new CS75 Blue Whale Edition. Focusing on the explosive single CS75PLUS, 70% of consumers chose 1.5 models, and after the redesign, the sales director replaced the Aisin 8AT gearbox with a low loading rate at the same price. So, this wave of "roll king" throne is stable?
In January, the new CS75PLUS officially announced the pre-price range, which is 127,900-15.49 million yuan, and the one that accompanies me to punch in the 8D magic city of Chongqing is a 1.5T automatic pilot model, with an official pre-price of 138,900 yuan.
Previously, my colleagues have taken the lead in experiencing the 2.0T model, interested friends can click the portal "Test Drive the Second Generation CS75PLUS Yan Control also loves the strength of the faction" directly to the original text.
Blue Whale's new generation NE1.5T high-pressure direct injection engine adopts dual outlet integrated exhaust manifold, double scroll tube electronically controlled turbocharging and other technologies, the maximum power is 138kW (188 horsepower) / 5500rpm, the maximum torque is 300Nm / 1500-4000rpm, and the parameters are more eye-catching in the same displacement model.
Competitors equipped with 1.5T engines match 7DCT or CVT, while CS75PLUS has always insisted on using AT, and this revision is the first time to introduce Aisin 8AT for 1.5T models, firing the first shot in the inner roll of the transmission of Chinese brands.
Brisk is the starting texture that most products of the same level are pursuing, and the new CS75PLUS is no exception, the lighter accelerator pedal with positive initial feedback allows the vehicle to quickly establish speed under the pressure of your right foot, and will not "lightly step on or go, deep on the jump".
Continuous acceleration, the driver basically does not feel the turbo lag, with the increase in speed, the power continues to release, push back feeling is indeed unsatisfactory, but you do not have to worry about the problem of reserves. Even in the face of the 60-100km/h acceleration of the big test, this engine is not difficult, but compared to 2.0T, it will still make people feel that the "home base" is not so thick.
The Aisin 8AT transmission is smooth and smart, passing the 100km test drive test smoothly, and cleverly hiding itself in the stop-and-go congested road. NORMAL mode tends to upshift, keeping the speed in the economic zone. In addition, with the dual blessing of this gearbox and idle start-stop technology, the vehicle has a lower lock-up speed and a softer start at rest.
Switching to SPORT mode further improves throttle response, while the gearbox delays gearshifting appropriately to create a sporty atmosphere. The ECO mode "seals" the power, and only when the throttle pedal travel exceeds 2/3 will the gearbox reluctantly lower a gear, which is really Buddhist.
In terms of chassis, the new CS75PLUS adopts front McPherson independent suspension + rear multi-link independent suspension, and the structure and materials are familiar with the taste. Chassis tuning focuses on comfort, the damping of the shock absorber is weak, the suspension compression amplitude is large, which is convenient for better handling of fine vibrations, and it is not stiff when rolling over the speed reduction belt. Entering the foggy complex elevated system, the vehicle does not exaggerate in the bend, but unfortunately there will be a slight floating feeling on the highway section, which is not close enough to the ground.
Normal mode steering feel is lighter, the torque with the speed gain linear, in line with the low speed light, high speed calm standards. The small angle in the central area is not tight enough, and the steering torque changes with the angle is too flat, and the communication with the front wheel is slightly out of touch. The steering feel of the SPORT mode is overall heavier and the tightness is also improved.
NVH performance has reached the proper level, no vibration is transmitted to the pedal and steering wheel when idling, and the control of engine noise, wind noise and tire noise during driving is also worthy of recognition.
The ADAS performance is stable, the IACC+ full-speed intelligent cruise system is easy to open, and the dashboard and HUD display information synchronously, which is very intuitive. The rhythm of following the car is not hurried, and there is no regret in the experience except that the distance is too large and easy to be plugged. Lane keeping can fix the vehicle in the center of the lane with a moderate correction frequency.
The 1.5T is not a "virtual whale", the 8AT is properly matched, and the first duet performance of the two is undoubtedly a success. In the future, if we can get access to 1.5T test drive, we will conduct fuel consumption tests to see how the 8AT will affect fuel economy.
New CS75PLUS丨 Transmission Roll
The front face structure adjustment is the most intuitive change of the new CS75PLUS, the standard whale tail wave grille (crystal matrix needs to be optional) taken from the 46.7 ° sharp angle in the Chang'an Logo, symbolizing the angle where the Yangtze River and the Jialing River meet.
According to the on-site staff, the appearance of the gold trim strip and the blue and white color matching interior are bound to each other, and neither can be selected separately, and everyone pays attention to the distinction when purchasing.
The low-saturation gray-black color scheme reflects Changan's progress in the CMF field, with a new steering wheel, integrated dual screens, air conditioning outlets, and large areas of soft materials to create a "leapfrog" cockpit pursued by consumers.
The left side of the dashboard of the old model has two columns of virtual buttons for controlling vehicle functions such as start and stop, and due to the low utilization rate, the new model integrates them into the car machine for easy searching.
The new CS75PLUS has multiple cameras in different positions in the car, each of which performs its own duties, some can improve driving safety, and some can record the joy and beauty along the way. At the same time, they all provide software- or hardware-level switches, and it's up to you to decide whether to be convenient or private.
Editor's comments: The compact SUV market has developed to the "roll in the roll" stage, and Chinese brands understand the principle of not breaking and not standing. The new CS75PLUS plays the Aisin 8AT card, supplemented by a novel interior and exterior design, rich intelligent configuration, and may have sought the largest common divisor of consumer demand. The new model may be launched this month, when it will be sold with the old model, I believe the order will tell us whether 1.5T+8AT will become the next Red Sea.
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