Observation chamber
Written by | Zeng Wei
Consumption upgrade, I am afraid that in recent years we have heard the most of a word, what to improve the housing, what to replace the purchase of a car, and so on, in fact, reflect the strong desire of the Chinese people to upgrade consumption.
In the automobile consumption, the proportion of 150,000-class SUVs in consumption is quite high, and in the TOP 15 SUV sales in 2021 alone, there are as many as 7 150,000-class models. Compared with the 100,000 level, the 150,000 domestic SUV has been a consumption upgrade, and the needs of consumers have also undergone profound changes - the car is not only a safe and reliable energy communication tool, but a special consumer product that can bring them more pleasure and enjoyment.
With the rise of Chinese brands, the 150,000 SUV as a whole are advancing. When everything became the market rule, no one expected that the second generation of Changan CS75PLUS actually came to a leapfrog upgrade - the whole series is equipped with Aisin 8AT. There is no doubt that this operation, which exists only at the same level, will bring a sense of pleasure to the most mainstream consumer groups in China that has never been felt before.
The incense of Aisin 8AT, don't say you can't smell it
In the past two years, the author of large and small domestic SUVs has test-driven no less than twenty models. It is generally said that when describing the feeling of the gearbox, it is said that "the 7-speed dual-clutch gearbox equipped with this car has significantly improved the smoothness of the shift.". Yes, in our minds, we have formed an inherent thinking about domestic SUVs with a standard 7-speed dual-clutch transmission. When it comes to 8AT, the first thing that comes to mind is brands like BMW and Volvo. However, even for luxury brands, even BMW has used 7DCT to distinguish between low-end models such as X1 and 2 Series. There is no need to repeat the technical advantages and cost differences between the two. Those who can give Aisin 8AT, whether it is professional media or ordinary consumers, will approve. You say that the car you bought is Aisin 8AT, and others will think that you understand cars.
Recently, the "car of tomorrow" Chang'an second-generation CS75PLUS has once again exploded on the whole network, for the simple reason that it is equipped with Aisin 8AT as standard. Among them, 1.5T + Aisin 8AT is the first time in the industry, positioning the threshold for the use of 8AT to the range of 120,000-140,000, which undoubtedly re-establishes a new benchmark for Chinese brand power.
Recently, the author just tested the 1.5T + Aisin 8AT version of Chang'an second-generation CS75PLUS. The first impression of this gearbox is smoothness. In order to confirm this, the author also compared the third-generation Haval H6 equipped with 7DCT and the Toyota Rongfang with CVT. I deliberately felt the changing feeling of Changan's second-generation CS75PLUS, aisin 8AT at low speed, and the whole shift process was minimal, fast and soft. If you don't frequently refuel and collect oil in low gear, you basically don't feel the gearbox shifting process. The third-generation Haval H6 equipped with 7DCT has a slight frustration in the starting process of 1st to 3rd gear. Although the current 7DCT advances are already very obvious, the innate structure determines that it is definitely inferior to AT in terms of smoothness.
Of course, Toyota Rongfang's CVT is very smooth, but the acceleration is gentle and linear, there is no upshift and downshift process at all, and it is anxious when overtaking at high speed. Changan second-generation CS75PLUS, the Aisin 8AT, in the rapid acceleration of the deep throttle, the gearbox can even drop 3 gears in a row, its fast and accurate oil pressure control, can make the overall shift response increase by 40%, the entire acceleration overtaking in one go. The unity of people and cars is probably this feeling. On the domestic SUV, the 1.5T has never enjoyed the sense of transmission premium, Changan's second-generation CS75PLUS for the first time.
The smarter the simpler, the more you use the more you like
The upgrade of the power system makes Changan's second-generation CS75PLUS really cool to open. What makes driving easy and enjoyable is the intelligent configuration. Now Changan's second-generation CS75PLUS can be unlocked without car keys, and the bluetooth of the mobile phone can be unlocked. Once in the car, face ID scans and then tap the brake pedal to activate. At this time, the seat, the rearview mirror, and the theme display are all the way you are used to. Company colleague Shizuko had test-driven for a few days before, and she said that the little woman's "lazy cancer" was about to be committed.
Recently I opened this Chang'an second-generation CS75PLUS, and my favorite thing is to go out and play around on weekends. Especially at high speeds, its intelligent driver assistance system is really easy to use. With one button in your left hand, press the button on the left side of the steering wheel, and the IACC full-speed intelligent cruise function is turned on. It integrates lane departure warning, lane centering, speed limit reminder and so on. The comprehensiveness of the function, now the domestic brand is doing no problem, it must be mentioned that the second generation of CS75PLUS's IACC full-speed segment intelligent cruise is really easy to use, automatic follow-up stop, center cruise are very smooth and smooth.
To put it simply, when using the intelligent driver assistance system of Changan's second-generation CS75PLUS, the driver will be more assured and the driving process will be easier. It's not like some assist systems are too slow to react, you have to pay attention to the road conditions at all times, but it makes assisted driving a burden.
Great value for money is the essence of pleasure
The leapfrog upgrade brought by the Aisin 8AT and the driver assistance system has brought Changan's second-generation CS75PLUS a driving pleasure that has never been seen before in its SUV. But its advantages are not limited to the dynamic experience, some static level of comfort technology configuration, so that the driver and occupants can get a sense of comfort, enjoyment of pleasure.
In the vast majority of models, the entry level is often not recommended, and the most important reason is because it is too much of a version. For example, weaving seats, manual adjustment, mechanical instrumentation, manual air conditioning and so on. Many years ago, consumers could. Nowadays, the car is no longer a single means of transportation, and the purpose of consumption upgrading is to obtain additional pleasure. And great value for money is the essence of pleasure.
Changan's second-generation CS75PLUS comes standard with Aisin 8AT, which is already a value-for-money leapfrog upgrade from the core three major pieces. In addition, we see in the configuration table of Changan's second-generation CS75PLUS that the 12.3-inch full LCD instrument, 12.3-inch central control large screen, giant screen panoramic sunroof, 540 ° high-definition panoramic image, on-board WeChat, NAPPA textured ultra-slim leather seat, racing sports integrated seat, main driver's seat electric 6-way seat adjustment, which have been fully equipped with standard in entry-level models. Therefore, the entry level of Changan's second-generation CS75PLUS is 1.5T automatic luxury. It really explains what is really entry and luxury.
Take the third-generation Haval H6, the most direct competitor of the same level. For example, in the entry-level model, in addition to the span of the power system, the panoramic image and the electric adjustment of the driver's seat are all extremely frequently used configurations.
(*Comparison of low-end model configurations)
In terms of medium-sized models, the difference between the two cars is only 3,000 yuan, but the configurations of Changan's second-generation CS75PLUS truly reflect the comfort and pleasure required for consumption upgrades.
(*Comparison of mid-range models)
On the Changan second-generation CS75PLUS top-mounted 2.0T automatic flagship, it is full of power, comfort and intelligent configuration. Leaving aside what everyone has, Changan's second-generation CS75PLUS is still more abundant. Actively closing the grille and gesture control are more given by luxury brands or higher intelligent models. Therefore, at a similar price point, who can bring better consumption upgrades and driving pleasure, the answer is clear at a glance.
(*Comparison of top-of-the-line models)
『 Tell me the point of view 』
As mentioned at the beginning of the article, Chinese brand SUVs have crossed from 100,000 to 150,000. For the price, consumers have gladly accepted. But the ensuing product synergy also needs to be matched. Prior to this, everyone tacitly maintained a close level, similar configuration. The second-generation CS75PLUS of Changan was launched, from the new power system, intelligent assistance and comfort technology configuration, from the 150,000-class SUV redefined. The standard is that other brands are highly matched, and who is more valuable is chosen, and the consumer door is clear.
For the industry, this level of SUV used to be stuck to 1.5T+7DCT, and no one was willing to break the window paper. But the rules are always broken, And Changan's second-generation CS75PLUS comes standard with Aisin 8AT, redefining the new standard of the industry. Will 8AT become a new direction for Chinese brands to upgrade their consumption? We're not quite sure about that. But what is certain is that the arrival of Changan's second-generation CS75PLUS has opened up a new world of consumption for 150,000-level SUVs. In the future, it will become a benchmark for consumers to choose a car at this price point.
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