Born in the mid-1990s, Dongfeng Dolica light trucks have gone through a 26-year journey. From the initial "small three capital" 1061 in the mouth of card friends, to the second-generation light truck featuring "emerald" painting later; from the comprehensive innovation of the third generation of high-voltage common rail EFI models, to today's D5/D6/D7/D8 and other D platform new series models... Through years of development and several iterations, its brand influence has been deeply rooted in the hearts of the majority of card friends. Today, the model we want to take you to experience is the economical entry-level compliant light truck in the Dongfeng Dollika Ruineng Edition - D6-N Ruineng Edition.
Dongfeng Dorica D6 Sharp Edition
The shooting vehicle is painted in knight gold, and the beautiful metallic paint is quite textured, giving people a simple but not simple feeling. The cab is a standard medium body specification, the upper part is a three-door pattern plate 4200×2100×400mm standard cargo box, optional five-door pattern plate 4170×2100×400mm cargo box, the actual measurement can carry 1.8 tons of cargo. The cargo box size, vehicle specifications and engine displacement are all fully in line with the requirements of the new regulations for light trucks, which can achieve blue card worry-free.
"D6 Sharp Edition" door markings
Close-up of the front face
The front face design is very sharp, and the double "V" type mesh structure makes the whole car look vibrant. Two flying chrome trim strips run through the left and right, perfectly connecting the combined lights on both sides and increasing visual malleability. Through the rich line outline, the entire front face shape looks more three-dimensional. The classic "Double Flying Swallow" three-dimensional logo is placed in the center of the front face, with the chrome logo of the hair body "Dongfeng" Dorica, highlighting its deep historical heritage.
Left rearview mirror
Right rearview mirror
Both side mirrors adopt a split design, which increases the rearview effect while reducing post-maintenance costs, and the front and right side blind mirrors are readily available. A little attention will also find that the Dolica D6 sharp version of the rearview mirror swing amplitude is larger, so the design has advantages and disadvantages, can achieve better rearview effect, but also will make the vehicle in the narrow roads of the village and town poorer.
Combination lights on the right
The combination lights are designed in an irregular art shape and are perfectly connected to two chrome decorative strips. The lamps adopt a variety of light source combinations, and the lamp group integrates halogen light source marker lights, turn signal lights, far and near light headlamps, and LED daytime running lights attached to the edge of the headlights, and the lamp shape is quite artistic.
Open the door and hold hands
The door handle is unique, and the combination of square and round shape design looks very cartoonish, smart and cute. The horizontal opening design is also very convenient to operate.
Woven fabric main seat
The seats of the woven fabric are commendable, and the overall use of a more dirt-resistant gray and black color scheme, the advantage of the weaving material is that even if you sit up in winter, you will not feel too cool. After sitting, it was found that the leg support and back support of the entire seat were just right.
Left cup holder, air conditioner outlet, DPF button
The water cup holder on the right side and the air conditioner outlet
Water cup holders are intimately set up on both sides of the center console, and the upper air conditioner outlet can be used to heat or cool the drink, so the humanized design must be praised. Below the left cup holder are the light angle adjustment knob and the DPF button.
Four-panel multifunction steering wheel
Symmetrical instrument cluster
The four-panel multi-function steering wheel is small and beautiful, with silver trim panels, it looks like a passenger car, and has a concave design at "3:09 o'clock" for easy grip. The two functional areas integrate cruise control, multimedia volume adjustment, track switching, Bluetooth phone and other functions to facilitate the driver's hand to operate without leaving the steering wheel. The dashboard adopts a symmetrical design, and multiple pointer gauges make it easy for the driver to understand the vehicle condition in time. The red double flashing warning light switch is cleverly set on the right frame of the instrument panel for easy access. In addition, there is a deep storage slot above the dashboard, and its slope design is very practical, even if it is a sharp acceleration and a sharp brake, the items will not be scattered.
Center console layout
Center console ribbon
The center console is also a dark gray color, the shape is decent, simple and practical, there is no fancy configuration, but there are many practical functions, one large above and two small storage compartments below can provide convenience for the driver to place more bits and pieces.
All-diesel Q23-136E60 four-cylinder diesel engine
In terms of power configuration, the car is equipped with a full-diesel Q23-136E60 inline four-cylinder engine that meets the emission standards of China VIB, with a displacement of 2.3L, which meets the requirements of the new regulations for blue light trucks. With a maximum output of 100 kW (136 hp) and a maximum torque of 380 N.m, both torque and horsepower exceed the competitive configuration. In the range of 1000-2800rpm, the maximum torque can be output, and the economic speed range is wide, which is conducive to energy saving and consumption reduction.
Wanlin WLY6TS40-6021 manual transmission
Shift handle
Matching the full chai 2.3 engine is the Wanliyang WLY6TS40-6021 six-speed manual transmission, which is designed for a fully synchronizer for a smoother shifting experience. Combined with the Q23 136 hp engine, the power optimization scheme is realized. After a simple test drive, it was found that the gearbox gear switching was clear and smooth, with Dongfeng's excellent chassis tuning, the sense of control was good, and the driving experience was very good.
3.5 tons of Dongfeng Dana axle
The chassis structure of the Dolica D6 Ruineng Edition is relatively solid, and the front and rear axles are adopted by Dana Axle, which is mainly promoted by Dongfeng, and adopts the front and rear multi-leaf spring design, which can meet the strong bearing needs of users. The rear drive axle uses a 3.5-ton Denna bridge with a main reduction ratio of 4.875. It is understood that the vehicle can also provide a series of rear axle speed ratios such as 4.33, and users can freely choose according to their actual needs.
7.00R16LT low rolling resistance vacuum tire
The whole car adopts a vacuum tire with a specification of 7.00R16LT low roll resistance, which has high tire durability and low driving noise, which is suitable for urban and suburban road use, and is quite reliable as a floor tire.
80L high-strength lightweight plastic fuel tank on the left side of the frame
On the left side of the frame is an 80L high-strength lightweight plastic fuel tank, which does not have rust problems, better durability, and can effectively reduce the weight of the vehicle while ensuring the endurance of the vehicle.
12V starting battery and urea box on the right side of the frame
The right side of the frame is equipped with a 12V starting battery and a urea box. It is worth mentioning that the use of single battery power supply can effectively reduce the weight of the body, at the same time, the reinforced 12V battery meets the daily start of the 2.3L all-diesel engine without any problems.
Through the experience, we have a preliminary understanding of the Dongfeng Dollica D6 Ruineng Edition light truck. It can be seen from the vehicle power chain and functional configuration that the logistics fields of urban distribution and suburban counties are the "main battlefield" of this cost-effective light truck. Realistically speaking, the "war" on this battlefield is very fierce! Whether it is offensive or defensive requires a solid foundation of quality and strong brand strength. Can the Dorica D6 Sharp Edition inherit the classics, maintain vitality, and continue the historical legend of Theolika 20 years on this fierce "battlefield"? We'll see.