A few days ago, always relying on the ideal of "one car to hit the world", we finally ushered in the second mass production model - the ideal L9. The new car is positioned higher than the ideal ONE, which is a full-size SUV, and the ideal L9 is pre-priced at 450,000-500,000 yuan and will be officially released at this year's Beijing Auto Show.
As we all know, the full-size SUV market has always been the home of luxury brands, and the ideal strong entry is undoubtedly to eat meat with "BBA". I believe that many riders' impression of domestic brands still stays at the level of "low price" and "low brand advantage". If you let it choose a model within the 500,000 range, the first choice will definitely be "BBA" or a slightly weaker second-tier luxury brand. But with the rise of the Kochi group and the dilution of brand advantages, the situation seems to have reversed.
Compared with the ideal ONE that still retains the design sense of fuel models, the design language of the ideal L9 is more in line with the aesthetics of new energy models. The iconic closed grille with blackened grille-style lower bracketing can not only strengthen the sense of attributes of new energy, but also enrich the front face level. In addition, the new through-line LED strip is more integrated with the front face.
The side is not much different from the ideal ONE, and the suspended roof, the three-dimensional tough waistline, and the chrome trim at the corners are still familiar. The difference is that the ideal L9 has changed the blackened multi-width wheels, using a chrome cyclone design, which is more integrated.
In terms of the tail, you can still feel the figure of the ideal ONE. The through-line taillights that echo the front face are combined with the hidden exhaust to create a good minimalist style.
The appearance advantages of the new ideal L9 are many, for example, it is young and energetic, and the design is fashionable and sci-fi. But there are also two problems, one is the lack of full-size SUV models of the atmosphere, too paranoid about youthfulness. On the other hand, there is a collision with the exterior design of the Xiaopeng G9, although the elements are different, but the general layout is similar, and it is inevitable that there is a suspicion of "similarity".
In terms of interior, the ideal L9 is particularly bold. The breakthrough canceled the traditional dashboard and replaced it with the safe driving interactive screen + HUD function on the steering wheel, the effect was not mentioned for the time being, and the "forced grid" did increase. Dual 15.7-inch central control screens with full touch screen design integrate entertainment, comfort, driving and other functions into one.
In terms of size, the length, width and height of the ideal L9 are 5200/1998/1800mm, the wheelbase is 3100mm, the data is lower than mercedes-Benz GLS, higher than BMW X7 and Audi Q8, just hit the domestic users on the "big" pain point. The Nappa leather-clad seats are equipped with electric adjustment and seat heating, so even passengers in the third row can retain a good ride.
In terms of configuration, with the assistance of millimeter wave radar, ultrasonic radar, 4 surround view cameras, 7 ADAS cameras, 2 front-facing cameras, Horizon J3+J5 chip and SP controller customized Orin-X chip, the ideal L9 will have L4 level intelligent driving assistance functions, not only including most of the active driving configurations on the market, but also has a more humane processing method, which can be described as arming technology to the teeth.
In terms of comfort configuration, the ideal L9 adopts a 7.3.4 panoramic sound layout, and the number of speakers reaches 14. With Dolby Atmos technology and 4D immersive AV systems, you can enjoy cinema-like services in the car. In addition, it is equipped with electric preload seat belts, seat ventilation, car refrigerators, car entertainment screens and other configurations. In addition, all 6 seats are equipped with electric adjustment and seat heating, and are covered in Nappa leather.
Although many riders are very critical of the 6-seat design, the 6-seat arrangement can not only ensure the independence of each area, provide a comfortable riding environment, but also maximize the release of space in the car. As far as the editor is concerned, the 6-seat design is still very "YYDS".
In terms of power, it is currently known that the new car still uses a range-extended power system, but it will be replaced with a Miller cycle 1.5T four-cylinder engine, the CLTC has an endurance of up to 1200 kilometers, and the rest of the more specific power information needs to be further revealed at the Beijing Auto Show.
At last:
Can the ideal L9 fit with its positioning of the "Daddy God Car"? First of all, in terms of appearance, although there is a slight doubt about the shirt, the effect is still qualified and durable. Secondly, the simple and unpretentious interior design, the successful holding of the huge space and the cruising range of thousands of years have made the ideal L9 reach the standard in the field of milk fathers. But the price is an obstacle that the ideal L9 cannot cross, after all, the optional models with a price range of 450,000 to 500,000 are too many, and if they want to be popular, the ideal L9 needs to have more excellent performance.