In recent years, with the improvement of the national consumption level and the liberalization of the three-child policy, the domestic MPV market has also developed by leaps and bounds. As the first silver label product of Wuling Motors, Wuling Capgemini has won the favor of many consumers with its flexible seat layout and the "4+X" expandable space of the large four-seater. In order to enrich consumer choices, Wuling Automobile launched a high-power version of Wuling Capgemini 280T on February 22, and the new car launched two models with a guidance price of 11.58-12.58 million yuan. The highlights of the new car are the power upgrade and the upgrade of the Ling OS Lingxi system, in addition to the NVH and comfort optimization.
1. Model and price
First of all, let's take a look at the models and prices of Wuling Capgemini 280T, this time a total of two models were launched, namely the 2022 280T CVT Premium and the 2022 280T CVT flagship, with the guidance price of 115,800 yuan and 125,800 yuan respectively. From the price point of view alone, the price positioning of Wuling Capgemini 280T is still more sincere, so how is its product performance? Let's start from the dimensions of design, power, space, safety, intelligence, etc., and analyze them one by one!
Second, the characteristics of the model
1. Appearance
Wuling Capgemini 280T continues to follow the design concept of "wing dynamic aesthetics", still maintaining a young, rhythmic aesthetic tone, a large number of sharp lines, look very sharp and dynamic. In the front part, the large polygonal grille uses a number of transverse chrome trim strips inside, which enhance its sophistication with sharp split headlights on both sides and multi-rib line hood design.
In the body part, the straight and sharp waist line runs through the entire body, from the front fenders to the taillights, and the front and rear door handles are connected together, and the D-pillar part uses blackened trim panels to create the visual effect of the suspended roof. The rear part of the car, the rear shape is rich in layering, the top spoiler shape is more dynamic, the flat taillight design is more sharp, and it echoes with the front LED daytime running lights. In terms of body size, its length, width and height are 4875mm/1880mm/1700mm, and the wheelbase is 2800mm.
2. Interior
The interior style is more modern and simple, using black series and adding piano paint material, the center console layout is simple and stretched, the multi-functional steering wheel is partially chromed, and the 7-inch LCD instrument and 10.25-inch floating touch screen have a good texture. It is worth mentioning that the floating central control screen is equipped with the latest generation of Ling OS Lingxi system, which has been improved in UI design and functionality, the UI interface style is more concise and clear, and the functionality is more abundant, supporting remote control, Bluetooth key, road book and cultivation game and other functions. In addition to the common multimedia, the speech recognition function also supports some commonly used wake-free commands, such as volume adjustment, music up and down adjustment, and air conditioning temperature adjustment.
3. Configuration
The standard configuration is rich, body stability control, tire pressure display, ISO FIX child seat interface, Bluetooth remote control key, remote start, keyless entry/start, cruise control, reversing image, uphill assist, aluminum alloy wheels, multi-function steering wheel, running computer, 7-inch full LCD dashboard, imitation leather seats, rear seat adjustment, front/rear seat central armrest, rear independent air conditioning, matrix LED headlights, multi-layer soundproof glass, exterior mirror heating, rear wiper, 10.25-inch central control large screen, OTA remote upgrades and Bluetooth/car phones, etc. The high-end model is also equipped with high-end features such as active braking, fatigue driving tips, full-speed adaptive cruise, 360-degree panoramic imagery, front/rear radar, open panoramic sunroof and automatic air conditioning.
4. Seats and space
The interior space is still a large four-seat "4 + X" seat layout, black imitation leather seats, ride comfort is acceptable, the second row of seats is set independently, and also supports many functions such as front and rear sliding, left and right translation, backrest adjustment and leg rest adjustment. In terms of seating space, after the 175CM experiencer sits in the front row and adjusts the seat position, the head space remains about one punch, the rear seat is more flexible, the head space has about four fingers, and the leg space can slide the seat forward and backward according to the demand.
5. Power system
The new car is equipped with a 1.5T engine of model 280T, with a maximum power of 130kW, a maximum horsepower of up to 177Ps, and a peak torque of 290N·m, which is 30Ps and 40N·m higher than the current model. In terms of suspension system, front McPherson independent suspension and rear torque beam type non-independent suspension are used.
Third, the model recommendation
2022 280T CVT Premium
Guidance price: 115,800 yuan
Recommendation Index: ★★★ ☆
Model evaluation: If you are partial to practicality, then the 2022 280T CVT Premium model with a guidance price of 115,800 is not bad, the standard tire pressure display, ISO FIX child seat interface, remote start, keyless entry/start, reversing image, aluminum alloy wheels, multi-function steering wheel, 7-inch full LCD instrument panel, rear seat adjustment, rear independent air conditioning, matrix LED headlights, multi-layer soundproof glass, fixed speed cruise, 10.25-inch central control large screen, OTA remote upgrades and bluetooth/car phones and other functions are enough to meet the daily travel needs of consumers.
2022 280T CVT flagship
Guidance price: 125,800 yuan
Referral Index: ★★★★
Model evaluation: If you pay attention to quality and have a sufficient budget, you can choose the 2022 280T CVT flagship, the new configuration has active brakes, fatigue driving tips, front radar and openable panoramic sunroof, etc., the optimized and upgraded configuration has full speed adaptive cruise, 360-degree panoramic image and automatic air conditioning, etc., spend 10,000 yuan more in exchange for these configurations, or more value for money.