The highest popularity of SAIC Volkswagen's network in recent days is the upcoming SAIC Volkswagen Lingdu L. First of all, in terms of appearance and appearance, netizens have mixed praise and criticism. Secondly, although the Lingdu L is a new generation (second generation) model, like the eighth generation of Golf, Audi A3 and other mass production cars, it is born on volkswagen's MQB EVO platform, but unlike the above two car product positioning, SAIC Volkswagen Lingdu L will be the only frameless door + hatchback design model within the price of 160,000, and at the same time built-in dual screen + Porsche 911 same electronic gear handle. So, do you still love the "Volkswagen Lingdu" that has changed its shell?
As a new generation of cars, what has changed? First of all, Volkswagen Lingdu L adopts a new design style that is very different from volkswagen ID.3 in design, with a dot-matrix grille design under the front face, surrounded by chrome trims, with narrow and sharp squinting headlights on both sides, and the outline of four sharp lines on the hood, thus giving people a magical smiley face visual feeling, and the cement gray car paint color also shows a stronger charm.
The second change is the name, the previous generation of models named Lingdu, and now after the replacement of the "L" suffix added to the tail, it also means that the new Lingdu L has a significant increase in body size compared to the previous generation model, the new Lingdu L's length, width and high wheelbase are: 4784x1831x1469x2731mm, and the length, width and height wheelbase are increased by 169mm, 5mmmm, 44mm and 75mm compared to the previous generation model. The overall model data of the new Lingdu L is most similar to that of Toyota Asiatic Lion. On the side of the body, the new Lingdu L adopts a distinct waistline design, so that the upper and lower parts of the body side can bring a clear sense of layering. At the same time, the wheel hub of this car also adopts an 18-inch whirlwind design, combined with a large slipback shape + borderless door, with only one purpose, that is, to release its "sporty" nature.
The exhaust tail throat of the rear of the car adopts a hidden layout, but fortunately, chrome trim is added to the lower surrounding part to enhance the sports atmosphere of the tail, and it is more interesting that the Volkswagen LOGO of the rear is connected with the tail light group, and the logo of the traditional fuel car will shine, which is relatively rare in the market. In addition, due to the design of the new Lingdu L hatchback tailgate, it will be more convenient to obtain enlarged items than traditional sedans.
The interior is also the use of Volkswagen's current latest design language, the more popular dual screen design is standard to the new car, through the air conditioning outlet to further enhance the visual width of the car. The steering wheel of the new car and the same electronic gear handle of the Porsche 911 are believed to be familiar to everyone, and have a high degree of similarity with the eighth generation of Volkswagen Golf. In terms of specific configurations, the top model will be equipped with: head-up display, lane change assist, 8 speakers, front seat heating/ventilation, steering wheel heating and other functions.
In terms of powertrain, the 1.4T engine with a maximum power output of 96 kW (131Ps) carried by the previous generation of the entry-level version was not retained, but the 1.4T engine with the model OF DJ above was retained, with a maximum power of 150 horsepower and a maximum torque of 250 Nm, and the transmission system matched with a 7-speed dry dual-clutch transmission. The chassis is a combination of front McPherson independent suspension + rear multi-link independent suspension. The new Lingdu L is expected to be officially launched at the end of March. According to the exposed configuration information, the new car or will launch 4 models, the pre-sale temporary price range of 159,990-199,900 yuan. More information about the new Lingdu L new car, we will continue to pay attention to your report.