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What the people need, Wuling will make. In 2020, Wuling Motors gained insight into the blue ocean market of Chinese family cars, officially launched the main four-seater model of Wuling Capgemini, and achieved sales of 100,000 units in just over a year. In response to consumer demand for Capgemini models, the family car that pioneered the new four-seater category added a 280T engine and a new Ling OS system. Two cores fly together, how does the test drive of the Capgemini 280T version after the departure of the heavy core feel? Let's look down.
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The 2022 Capgemini 280T model, which was test-driven, is powered by a high-power version of a 1.5T in-cylinder direct-injection turbocharged engine with a maximum power of 130kW (177 hp)/5300rpm and a peak torque of 290Nm/1500-3500rpm. The addition of this engine allows Capgemini Power, which was once relatively weak, to finally be able to play. The engine uses full new pressure intensifier technology with a low inertia lightweight impeller, which increases the response speed by 10%. By optimizing the airway design, the supercharger can intervene at 1000 rpm, greatly enhancing the power performance at start-up.
In terms of drivetrain, it is matched by an 8-speed CVT stepless transmission. The gearbox shifts smoothly and smoothly, fulfilling its job as a household gearbox.
In terms of suspension system, the Capgemini 280T version continues the combination of front McPherson independent suspension and rear torque beam semi-independent suspension.
The high-power 1.5T engine features direct injection in-cylinder technology and is powered by BorgWarner BorgWarner's mid-mounted DVVT variable valve timing technology. It can intelligently determine the early opening or delay of the valve opening, which can improve the power response speed by 20%-40%. Achieve the optimal intake of the engine and improve the combustion efficiency of the engine.
As a real family car of about 100,000 yuan, Capgemini has a large space configuration and a large four-seat layout that makes it achieve gratifying sales results. But the relatively weak motivation makes people can only test drive it with a normal mind. After the high-power 1.5T engine was replaced this time, the first feeling of giving people was that the power increase was obvious, and there was a little "small channel" in the initial stage, which made people have a little driving pleasure. There is also a certain mid-section acceleration force at medium and high speeds, which can give the driver good driving confidence.
After the power is improved, the most obvious feeling is that the driving is more confident after a full load of passengers. Whether it is accelerating overtaking or driving at medium and high speeds, people dare to make movements and are full of confidence. For a professional "driver" who is full of the whole family, he can also drive less tired and can better enjoy the fun of traveling with his family.
As a well-known family car, the Steering Wheel steering of the Capgemini 280T version is still very light, with a certain amount of ore, which makes people very relaxed and comfortable to drive. The initial section of the brake pedal is a bit empty, which requires a certain learning cost. But overall, although the Capgemini 280T version is an MPV model, you won't feel its size when you drive, but it can be easily driven.
The suspension structure is consistent with the old model, because Capgemini is equipped with the FSD high-end shock absorber valve of the Dutch KONI company, and with a higher cost hydraulic bushing, it can effectively avoid the resonance of the spring and the body, which makes Capgemini this model gain the comfort and certain handling that the MPV model should have. This is rare for an MPV model of about 100,000 yuan.
While this high-power 1.5T engine gives the 2022 Capgemini a considerable amount of power boost and driving quality improvement, it also brings more engine noise. Especially when you press the throttle deeply at the mid-speed, the engine noise is noticeable. The performance on the NVH side needs to be strengthened.
Summary: As Capgemini engineers said, when the 2022 Capgemini was equipped with a 280T high-power 1.5T engine, the power finally hit. Although it is a people-friendly family MPV model, it can finally bring a certain driving pleasure to the driver after this core change. This is also The professional insight of Wuling Capgemini for china's exclusive drivers.
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The 2022 model is a minor redesign of the year, and the exterior and interior of the Capgemini 280T version continue the old design. As the first flagship model of Wuling Global Silver Label, Capgemini adopts a new design concept of "wing dynamic aesthetics" in terms of exterior design. The overall design is based on refinement, generosity and soothing. Although the look has been on the market for more than a year, it still seems to be quite attractive.
The front face adopts the Falcon wing array grille design, and the wide front grille is matched with the Wuling Global Silver Logo LOGO, which shows the breakthrough trend of the eagle strike long sky and is full of tension. The interior of the grille is made up of chrome-plated pieces that run horizontally through, like the wings of a falcon, and the breathtaking industrial beauty is unobstructed.
In terms of interior like the exterior, Capgemini still continues the old style, although there are more hard-lined plastic materials in the cost car. However, in the overall layout, it can still be seen that Capgemini's strength as the world's first flagship model of the silver label will not be repeated here. In addition to the new 1.5T engine, the 2022 280T Capgemini is also equipped with a new Ling OS system in the interior.
Let's go straight to the point, Ling OS Lingxi system is a continuous iterative growth open intelligent ecosystem independently developed by Wuling. Compared with other car-machine systems, the system pays more attention to the direct relationship between "cars, people, and lives" and the operating system. The system also came into being an exclusive fun cartoon IP image. The avatar is able to communicate with the driver and occupants continuously, so that the driver is not alone. It can also accompany passengers and make travel more enjoyable.
The system also adds functions such as team travel, riders' square, seamless navigation, and road book customization. It can make your outings more efficient and fun.
The Ling OS system can also be connected to the mobile phone, and through the Ling ID Super Account, the driver can easily control the status of the whole car. This makes the mobile phone a key, which can realize remote vehicle control. It can also open smart travel sensorless payment, massive music library and exclusive radio functions. The system also supports all-scenario OTA capabilities and dedicated services.
In terms of seats, Capgemini uses ergonomic, aviation-grade seats. The seat perfectly fits the curve of the seat at the waist, hips and shoulders of the human body, minimizing pressure, and is paired with independent leg rests in the second row of seats with a maximum 72° opening angle in the same class. In addition, the first and second rows of seats can also be fully flattened backwards at 180 degrees, connecting into a comfortable large bed, not to lose the name of the real four seats.
Editor's Summary: After the replacement of the 280T high-power 1.5T engine and the Ling OS system, the product strength of the 2022 Capgemini 280T model continues to strengthen. And in the case of such a double core change, consumers only need to add less than 10,000 yuan of budget to get it, which is indeed quite cost-effective.
Highlights review:
Wuling Capgemini 280T was officially listed for sale from 115,800 yuan
Wuling Capgemini 280T officially released Power improvement is the focus
Wuling Capgemini's sales exceeded 10,000 in January
Continuation of the silver label shape