In recent years, as the MPV market has gradually heated up, there have been many high-quality medium and large MPV models launched on the market for a while, and they have pointed the spearhead at the benchmark model GL8 at this level. SAIC Maxus is no exception, having recently launched its medium and large MPV G90. So does it have the strength to compete with the joint venture brand, and what are the odds compared with the Trumpchi M8, the representative model of the independent MPV at this level? Let's analyze it together and see how it really is?
Appearance: Dual appearance available IKEA is not wrong
Now MPV is not as single as the previous design, and like many SUVs, it also offers dual appearance options. For example, in addition to the ordinary version, the Buick GL8 also has the Ivy version to choose from; the Trumpchi M8 has a lead series and a master series selection and so on.
The same is true for G90, from the declaration chart, the ordinary version adopts a similar middle network design with the family G20 and G50, and also optionally with a V-shaped grid network, the two appearances can meet the needs of different consumers and bring different visual effects.
G90 Normal Edition exterior
Personally, I think that the G90 is actually similar to the M8 in terms of design, its ordinary version is suitable for home use, while the V-shaped medium network version gives people a more advanced impression, has the momentum of not losing Alpha, and is more suitable for business occasions. Of course, referring to the M8 approach, the V-version of the model is also more expensive.
As mentioned earlier, the launch of new models of medium and large MPV is basically compared with gl8. We can see from the body data in the figure below that the G90 has a comprehensive size that exceeds the GL8 ES Luzun series, and occupies a certain advantage in size. Compared with its most direct competitor, the Trumpchi M8 Master Series, it is also quite ahead, and the advantage of such a large size is that the rear seating space is not bad.
Interior: The large through-screen is the highlight
Looking at its interior, it adopts a large through-screen composed of instruments, central control and co-pilot screen, which is more powerful than the gl8 double screen. It is no exaggeration to say that it is also several grades higher than Alpha. But then again, the core of the MPV focuses on comfort, the big screen is good, but for business reception, the big guys will not play this, so the big screen is only to increase the competition weight, good or not to use it still needs to be verified by the market.
Judging from the high-end models of the previous experience, the Chase G90 adopts the "2+2+2" six-seat layout that is more common in MPV models, and the second row is equipped with two independent seats, and the comfort is beyond doubt. And in addition to some of the more common with a number of electric adjustment, leg rest function. Like the exclusive LCD chair back screen, JBL audio, independent air conditioning, 220V movie interface and cup holder, USB interface, small table board, etc., basically the mainstream MPV configuration that can be seen at present is equipped with no obvious shortcomings.
Power: Equipped with mainstream 2.0T power
In terms of power, the new car will be equipped with SAIC's 2.0T turbocharged four-cylinder engine, with a 48V light hybrid system, a maximum power of 172 kW, and a maximum torque of 390 N·m. In terms of transmission, it matches the Aisin 8AT gearbox, and the gear shift mechanism adopts the form of a pocket gear.
From the perspective of power parameters, it is not low in the same level of 2.0T, and it is closer to trumpchi M8. At the same time, thanks to the 48V light mixing blessing, relatively speaking, the fuel economy performance in the later period will be better.
Price: or 160,000-280,000 yuan?
As for the price, with reference to the pricing of trumpchi M8, it is expected that the price of the G90 will overlap, and it is not ruled out that there are some special editions or welfare editions that can be launched in the later stage.
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Full text summary: From the current market point of view, there are not many 200,000 self-owned brand MPV models available, especially in the field of high-end MPV, many car companies are still in a blank state. The launch of the G90, although it is not a frontal hard player with the GL8, but if the 200,000 can have a model like the G90 that combines excellent shape, space comfort and strong sense of technology, then it can also attract many potential users of gl8, which is also successful for the G90. Of course, after the G90 is listed, it will also face such a powerful opponent as trumpchi M8, as for the result, we look forward to another PK game after the listing.
According to the E-Car App sales list, buick GL8 ranked first in MPV sales in February 2022, and Trumpchi M8 ranked second with sales of 5,001 units; while the G90 hot list rose 23 places to rank 11th in the MPV hot list. For more data, please check it in the e-car App.