Today's MPV market does not lack strength models, especially with the national two-tire and three-tire policies have been gradually liberalized, and the high-end MPV market segment has become a blue ocean market that car companies are eager to try. Among them, there are both Odyssey, the pioneer of domestic household MPV, and the Alexander who is partial to the business route, and even includes Buick GL8, Mercedes-Benz V-Class and other models.
With the change of the times, these popular models continue to bring high-quality experience to users, and for more and more new middle-class families, I believe that these models are worth starting with high-quality and diversified value choices.
GUANGQI Honda Odyssey
Guidance price: 23.58-35.48 million yuan
The new Odyssey, which was launched at the end of last year, belongs to the mid-term redesign model, and the new car has obviously become more refined and fashionable in terms of styling, coupled with the upgrade for the configuration, which can further meet the needs of consumer cars.
In terms of styling, the new Odyssey can be described as a new look, using the new design concept of "STYLISH PREMIUM", in which the shape of the headlight group is consistent with the current Honda new generation model, and the large size of the horizontal design of the net is very eye-catching, with the new paint and sports modeling wheels, the shape looks more fashionable and dynamic.
The overall change in the side shape is not large, but there are adjustments in the details, such as adjusting the wheel style. As for the rear of the car, the use of through-type chrome trim, coupled with a more eye-catching tail light group, creates enough visual impact. It is worth mentioning that this new car is equipped with an electric tailgate and supports kick induction opening and closing functions, and the upgrade of this configuration can be described as a highly anticipated, which is enough to see the sincerity of the new Odyssey.
In terms of interior, the new Odyssey has optimized the central control layout, focusing on adding more practical elements, such as the optimization of the storage space, and it will be more convenient to place items at hand. The central control screen is upgraded to a 10.1-inch floating central control screen, and the latest generation of Honda CONNECT3.0 car engine system is built-in, which is a very forward-looking configuration in the joint venture MPV. In addition, the new car is equipped with a three-spoke steering wheel and a push-button gear shift mechanism.
Of course, the new Odyssey still did not disappoint in terms of driving and riding, the second row of seats of the new car maintains a flexible and changeable feature, supports four-way movement of front and rear, left and right, suitable for different occupants and travel scenarios, after adjusting the seat to the last, outermost position, the overall space performance is still good, can meet the needs of the whole family.
In terms of power, the new Odyssey is equipped with a hybrid system consisting of a 2.0-liter Atkinson engine and an electric motor, with a maximum engine power of 107 kW, which is matched by an E-CVT continuously variable transmission, which ensures considerable fuel consumption performance while maintaining efficient power.
Dongfeng Honda Ellison
Guidance price: 27.98-33.18 million yuan
As a competitor of Odyssey, Alexand also launched a new model at the end of last year, the overall style of this new car is more refined, luxurious, the configuration has also been improved, and the overall product strength has been significantly upgraded.
In terms of appearance, the biggest change in the new Alexand is concentrated in the front part of the car, and the front face design looks more sporty and eye-catching, especially the design of the large-size grille with the black border, and there is a certain sporty style in the visual effect. The headlights use a new blackened LED light group, the tail lights also have certain changes, the tail light area is much smaller than before, and the visual effect is more exquisite.
As for the interior of the new car, it continues to be simple in style, and still has a good practicality, and the color selection of the interior is more abundant, and the overall clarity is better after the LCD instrument and the central control screen have been upgraded. In addition, the gear shift mechanism adopts a button design, with details such as metal welcome pedals, which effectively enhances the sophistication of the interior and makes the new Alexon's sense of grade even better.
In terms of configuration, the new Alexand is equipped with the latest Honda CONNECT 3.0 intelligent guide interconnection system, which supports the mainstream mobile phone remote control, car home interconnection, OTA online upgrade and other functions. In addition, the new car is equipped with Honda SENSING Safety Super Sense, which will be very helpful for improving travel safety.
In terms of power, the new Alexand is equipped with Honda's third-generation i-MMD hybrid system, which is composed of a 2.0L Atkinson engine and an electric motor, matching the E-CVT stepless transmission, which also has excellent performance and fuel consumption performance, which adds points to the comprehensive strength of Alexand.
Buick GL8
Guidance price: 23.29-533,900 yuan
As a leader in the joint venture MPV market, Buick GL8 currently offers onshore business class, ES Luzun and Aivia versions, of which land business class and ES Luzun are more impressive in price and the optional versions are also very rich.
After the annual redesign, the new GL8 land business class adopts a typical family-style design style in appearance, with the new "Desert Gold" new paint to further enhance the business atmosphere. There are also upgrades in terms of configuration, such as the new Buick Intelligent Driver Assistance System shortcut menu, which will be more convenient to use in driving trips and further expand the intelligent experience.
In the power part, the 2022 Buick GL8 land business class is equipped with a 2.0T wheel supercharged engine in the whole series, and a 48V light hybrid system is added, with a maximum power of 174 kW and a peak torque of 350 N·m. Transmission section, mated to a 9-speed automatic transmission.
The new Buick GL8 ES Lu Zun adopts a dynamic and luxurious front design, the boxy body is very helpful for space performance, can ensure that the use of internal space is more efficient, while there are side sliding doors that facilitate passengers to get on and off the car, and the body color has been added to tourmaline brown and desert gold.
Interior part, as an MPV model, ES Luzun still takes the space utilization rate as the highest priority, and the LCD instrument and the central control large screen adopt a floating design that is connected, which directly enhances the scientific and technological impact of the interior, which belongs to the mainstream design of the interior and also helps to enhance the sense of grade of the interior. In addition, the new color scheme of the interior provides consumers with more choices and is also very good in the interior texture.
In terms of power, ES Luzun is also equipped with a 2.0T engine, and matches a 48V light hybrid system, with a maximum power of 174kW, and the transmission part matches a 9-speed manual transmission.
Model Summary:
On the whole, the overall style of Odyssey is more suitable for daily home use, and the strength after the upgrade is more comprehensive, equipped with Honda CONNECT 3.0 intelligent guidance interconnection system, to meet the needs of young consumers. The Alexand and Buick GL8 have a clear business style, which can also be remarkable in terms of grade and driving experience, and it is believed that it will be a suitable choice for consumers with business travel needs.