In the domestic automotive circle, there is a group of brands and models that do not like to blindly follow and follow the trend, some of them still focus on natural inhalation; some are obsessed with four-wheel drive systems; some are keen on hardcore off-road and so on. Among them, Changan CS75 PLUS as a representative of the Chinese brand, for the AT gearbox is some stubborn, from 2020 to the present, the whole series has always adhered to the use of AT gearbox, which is generally used in the domestic dual-clutch environment, obviously some "unique". But it is this kind of intransigence that makes the sales volume of Changan CS75 PLUS always at a high level in the domestic SUV market. Now, its second-generation model is also about to be launched, and consumers are excited that the second-generation Changan CS75 PLUS will continue to be equipped with an AT transmission. Of course, with the advancement of intelligence, our standard for measuring the quality of automobiles has long been not limited to the mechanical quality itself, but hopes to have more cutting-edge scientific and technological attributes. So what surprises will the second generation of Changan CS75 PLUS bring us this time? Check out our test drive.
The visual impact is stronger, and the "bilateral four outs" is enough to scare people
The sales volume of the "Changan CS75 Family" has exceeded 1.5 million units, and as the sales force in the family, the Changan CS75 PLUS can be recognized by consumers, in large part because of its outstanding appearance. The second-generation Changan CS75 PLUS has been strengthened in this regard, making the vehicle more visually impactful at the same time, through the enhancement of details, more sporty, trendy.
For example, the new style grille of the new car is a design change; the sharp headlights and through-LED day running lights have a high degree of recognition both day and night, and echo the rear through LED taillights. At the same time, the bilateral four-out true exhaust is also exclusive to the 2.0T model, and with the "diffuser" under the rear bumper, the visual impact is upgraded again.
The evolution of the car is also everywhere, from the double 12.3-inch large joint screen to the contrast color matching, from the simple layout to the large area of leather included, on the surface, the second generation of Changan CS75 PLUS is to create a trendy, avant-garde driving atmosphere, but in fact, the new car in the intelligent aspect of the effort, and this change is not even at all lost to the mainstream "new force of car building".
The intelligentization of complexity is easy to use, and the prompt for irregular behavior can be more brutal
Nowadays, any newly launched model, manufacturers like to label it "intelligent", the main purpose is not only to make the vehicle more in line with the times, but also hope to be more able to cater to young people. However, with the increasingly fierce competition, some manufacturers have gradually begun to be biased in the development of vehicle "intelligence", only promoting functions and not paying attention to experience. So in this regard, how is the second generation of Changan CS75 PLUS doing?
First of all, let's take a look at what are the configurations and functions of the second generation of Changan CS75 PLUS intelligence, which uses the Wutong CarLink 3.0R ecosystem, equipped with MTK8666 chip, with multi-scene voice control, car WeChat, Tencent ecological entertainment, OTA4.0, etc., whether it is hardware specifications or software richness, it has reached the current mainstream level.
From the actual experience of the feeling, there is not much difference between operating on the 12.3-inch central control screen and operating on the iPad, the screen is clear, the slide is smooth, there is almost no Caton, but in several categories of menu switching, there will be a delay of a few tenths of a second, which does not affect daily use. It is commendable that although the car machine system can operate many functions, but the logic is very simple, the left side of the screen placed the home page, navigation, music, driving settings, system settings and other fixed first-level menus, click can be displayed on the right side of the secondary menu, most of the functions in the secondary menu can be completed, easy to get started.
As one of several features, we focused on the on-board WeChat, which also has a shortcut key on the steering wheel, and of course, after the first login, you can also wake up directly by voice. In terms of specific operations, the car WeChat can broadcast weChat unread information, and can also reply by voice. The voice operation process is very convenient, the dialogue is also very precise, the reaction speed is fast enough, and even the dialect can be accurately recognized, which is quite easy to use. In addition, the car WeChat can also directly select WeChat friends and initiate voice calls, which to a certain extent replaces the call/answering function of the mobile phone and improves the convenience and safety of driving.
The voice function of the second generation of Changan CS75 PLUS car machine system has also reached the mainstream level, for most of the functions of the vehicle can be controlled, no need to use hands, but it also has another intelligent gesture control function, simply put, it is to make a gesture in the front area of the central control screen, such as "than the heart", the system can complete some operations such as navigating home / going to the company, in fact, it is equivalent to a "shortcut key", although it is not a high-tech, but the practicality is very good.
Before the test drive, the manufacturer introduced the face ID face recognition function about the vehicle, as well as the non-standard behavior prompt function, originally thought that these were more symbolic, not much practicality, but actually very good to use. For example, after getting on the car, face ID can identify the driver's information, and according to your previous car habits, automatically adjust the seat, carry out vehicle settings (such as rearview mirror reversing assist, automatic high beam, headlamp delay, etc.), and synchronize the account, which invisibly makes the preparation before driving much less.
At first, we didn't care about the irregular behavior prompt function, but during the driving process, once the driver picked up the mobile phone to make a call, the system will prompt, and the scope of the reminder is not limited to this, there are smoking reminders, intersection distraction reminders and so on. However, here, I think this function is better if it is more "fierce" when reminding, such as not only voice reminders, but also full-screen warnings on the dashboard, car lighting sound effects, etc., I believe that the help for safety will be greater.
The second-generation Changan CS75 PLUS also uses in-car cameras to achieve children's intelligent reminders and children's video surveillance; safer and more convenient APA5.0 intelligent parking; OTA4.0 platform that can upgrade the body domain/driving domain/power domain/chassis domain; and even has a light show that enriches daily life. All in all, the second generation of Changan CS75 PLUS in the intelligent not only functional stacking, but also practical and experience improvement, I believe this is more meaningful than blindly following the trend.
2.0T+8AT matching has nothing to say, custom mode point to end is very good
The biggest highlight of the second generation of Changan CS75 PLUS is that the power system has been upgraded compared to the previous generation model, on the basis of the use of the AT gearbox in the whole series, the original 6AT of the 1.5T model has been upgraded to 8AT, which also means that the second generation of Changan CS75 PLUS will be equipped with an 8AT gearbox in the whole series, I believe that the future will cause a lot of pressure on many opponents who use dual clutch transmissions, after all, from the perspective of popularity, AT transmissions are still better than double clutches. Not to mention that the second generation of Changan CS75 PLUS uses Aisin's 8AT.
This time we test drive is the second generation of Changan CS75 PLUS 2.0T+8AT model, the engine we are more familiar with, is the new generation of Blue Whale 2.0T, the maximum horsepower of 288 horses, the maximum torque of 390N·m, matching Aisin's new generation of 8AT transmission has some highlights, with lower lock-stop speed and idle neutral control technology, in terms of fuel consumption and starting response will be better. In terms of chassis, the second generation of Changan CS75 PLUS uses front McPherson + rear multi-link independent suspension, using 225/55 R19 inch aluminum alloy wheels.
In terms of actual driving, with 4700/1865/1710mm of length, width and height, and 2710mm wheelbase of the second generation of Changan CS75 PLUS driving without the slightest sluggishness, the steering feel is very uniform, gentle, but not as with some electronic power steering as no sense of road, in the process of cornering, lane change, you can obviously feel the steering wheel moderate feedback, in short, in the relaxed, will not let you feel no driving pleasure.
In fact, there is not much to say in the power system, the power combination of 2.0T+8AT is the leading level in the same level, both in terms of mechanical structure and power parameters, even if it is placed in the 300,000 yuan luxury products, it can also be taken. Driving on the city streets, the second generation of Changan CS75 PLUS, whether starting or accelerating, is very smooth, the mid-section acceleration is also easy and free, with strong power, overtaking in some sections, the gearbox does not even need to be downshipped to complete, very calm.
Of course, if you want to get a strong push back feeling, just need to step on the throttle deeply, at this time the gearbox will react immediately, continuously downshift to pull up the speed, but this process is still in a smooth, smooth process, will not be like some matching double-clutch 2.0T models, instantaneous "chicken blood", in line with the positioning of the vehicle itself. During the test drive, we drove into a mountain road, comfortable driving mode, half foot throttle uphill, the front wheel will break through the grip in an instant, while the ESP will intervene, fortunately will recover immediately, which seems to remind the 2.0T power at all times, the mountain road driving to slow down.
The second generation of Changan CS75 PLUS has four driving modes, in addition to our familiar comfort, sports, economy, there are custom modes, drivers can adjust the steering force, power mode, etc., each mode has a difference in driving control, but compared to some models to give a complex custom driving mode, but reduce some adjustment items. I think this approach is just right, after all, for most drivers, they are not sensitive, on the contrary, cumbersome adjustments will only increase the difficulty of getting started, so it is good to give proper autonomy.
summary:
The second-generation Changan CS75 PLUS equipped with an 8AT gearbox can be said to be a very special presence in the same class. After the test drive of the second generation of Changan CS75 PLUS, the biggest impression given to us is that the mechanical quality of the product is still maintained at the same level of high level, on this basis, the intelligence of the vehicle is fully upgraded, and its own functions and characteristics have been created. For consumers, these improvements undoubtedly have another reason to buy it, so if you ask whether the second-generation Changan CS75 PLUS will continue the previous success this time, I think there is no problem.